The marquee fight between Brian Ortega and Aljamain Sterling at UFC Shanghai will now be conteste...

<p>The marquee fight between Brian Ortega and Aljamain Sterling at UFC Shanghai will now be contested as a catchweight bout, the promotion announced.</p><p>Both fighters came in at 153 pounds Friday morning in China. Ortega appeared to be the one who struggled to cut down to 145 pounds, leading the UFC to make the change for the Fight Night card that will take place Saturday.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Concerning <a href="https://t.co/Hg6zQqNcw8">pic.twitter.com/Hg6zQqNcw8</a></p>— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) <a href="https://twitter.com/arielhelwani/status/1958730908535845053?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 22, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Ortega and Sterling rank fifth and seventh in the featherweight division, respectively.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Ortega, a two-time featherweight title challenger, has lost three of his previous four fights. He most recently suffered a unanimous decision loss to Diego Lopes at UFC 314 in September 2024, though he submitted Yair Rodriguez before that.</p><p>Meanwhile, Sterling last fought in December, suffering a unanimous decision defeat to Movsar Evloev. The former bantamweight champion is 1-1 in the UFC since moving up to featherweight.</p><p>UFC Shanghai is headlined by a light heavyweight bout between Johnny Walker and Zhang Mingyang, who both made weight.</p>

SHANGHAI, CHINA - AUGUST 22: (L-R) Opponents Brian Ortega and Aljamain Sterling face off during the UFC Fight Night weigh-in at the Hengshan Garden Hotel on August 22, 2025 in Shanghai, China.

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<p>The SEC will implement a nine-game conference football schedule starting in 2026, the league announced Thursday.</p><p>SEC teams have played eight conference football games each season since 1992.</p><p>As part of the SEC's updated schedule, each school will play three annual opponents with a focus on traditional rivalries. Each team's remaining six league games will rotate among the remaining schools in the conference.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The new format will also have each team face every other SEC school at least once every two years and every opponent home and away in a four-year stretch.</p><p>The SEC is keeping its single-standing, non-divisional structure.</p><p>"Adding a ninth SEC game underscores our universities' commitment to delivering the most competitive football schedule in the nation," SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said in a statement. "This format protects rivalries, increases competitive balance and, paired with our requirement to play an additional Power opponent, ensures SEC teams are well prepared to compete and succeed in the College Football Playoff."</p><p>SEC teams are also required to schedule at least one extra high-quality non-conference matchup from the ACC, Big Ten, or Big 12 conferences or Notre Dame each year.</p><p>Four SEC teams - Georgia, Mississippi State, Arkansas, and Kentucky - need to cancel non-conference games next season, according to <a href="https://x.com/bmarcello/status/1958637036744708248">CBS Sports' Brandon Marcello</a>.</p><p>The SEC's decision to go from eight to nine conference football games comes amid constant talks about revamping the current College Football Playoff model.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">The Big Ten has said it wouldn't support a 5+11 playoff model unless the SEC went to nine conference games. <br><br>So this could make a CFP change in 2026 more likely again. Big Ten and SEC control what the format will be. <a href="https://t.co/HKoD4g032D">https://t.co/HKoD4g032D</a></p>— Chris Vannini (@ChrisVannini) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChrisVannini/status/1958636965290811865?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 21, 2025</a>
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STARKVILLE, MS - SEPTEMBER 03: SEC logos on the chains before the game between the Mississippi State Bulldogs and the Memphis Tigers on September 3, 2022 at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, MS,

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Anthony Richardson's agent, Deiric Jackson, said he's unsure of the quarterback's future in India...

<p><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188125" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188125">Anthony Richardson</a>'s agent, Deiric Jackson, said he's unsure of the quarterback's future in Indianapolis after the Colts named <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97984" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97984">Daniel Jones</a> as their <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3327725" href="https://thescore.com/news/3327725">starter</a> for the 2025 season, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/46023457/agent-trust-questionable-now-anthony-richardson-colts">ESPN's Stephen Holder</a>.</p><p>"We have a lot to discuss," Jackson said about future discussions with the Colts.</p><p>While Jackson stopped short of demanding a trade, the agent hinted that the relationship between Richardson and the Colts may be strained. </p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"Trust is a big factor, and that is, at best, questionable right now," Jackson said. "Anthony came back and made the improvements in the areas he needed to improve. And by all accounts, he had a great camp."</p><p>Richardson said Tuesday he respects coach Shane Steichen's decision to go with Jones.</p><p>The 2023 No. 4 pick is having a roller-coaster start to his NFL career. Indianapolis benched the oft-injured passer for two games last season, with Steichen saying he wanted the 23-year-old signal-caller more invested.</p><p>The Colts lost two games with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/2945" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/2945">Joe Flacco</a> under center in 2024 before turning to Richardson again.</p><p>"When they needed a big play last year, whose hands did they put the ball in? Anthony's," Jackson said.</p><p>Richardson finished the 2024 season with 11 appearances, completing 47.7% of his passes for 1,814 yards and eight touchdowns against 12 interceptions.</p><p>Indianapolis signed Jones to a one-year contract this offseason and held a QB1 competition at training camp. Richardson and Jones each started one preseason game.</p>

WESTFIELD, INDIANA - AUGUST 14: Anthony Richardson #5 of the Indianapolis Colts throws a pass during the Green Bay Packers and Indianapolis Colts joint practice at Grand Park on August 14, 2025 in Westfield, Indiana.

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A five-round fight between middleweight contenders Reinier de Ridder and Anthony Hernandez will s...

<p>A five-round fight between middleweight contenders Reinier de Ridder and Anthony Hernandez will serve as the main event of UFC Vancouver on Oct. 18, the promotion announced Tuesday.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">OFFICIAL: Reinier de Ridder vs. Anthony Hernandez is set to headline <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UFCVancouver?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UFCVancouver</a> 🇨🇦 <a href="https://t.co/QmoBltWrmO">pic.twitter.com/QmoBltWrmO</a></p>— Nolan King (@mma_kings) <a href="https://twitter.com/mma_kings/status/1957940006741307611?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Ranked fifth in the middleweight division, de Ridder is still unbeaten since making his UFC debut in November 2024. The 34-year-old most recently defeated Robert Whittaker via split decision on July 26.</p><p>Hernandez, the No. 6-ranked middleweight, enters the bout on an eight-fight winning streak. The 31-year-old last fought Aug. 9, submitting Roman Dolidze in the fourth round.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The UFC also announced Tuesday that a welterweight bout between Kevin Holland and Mike Malott will take place at UFC Vancouver. The card will additionally feature a meeting between top-10 bantamweights Marlon Vera and Aiemann Zahabi, among other fights.</p>

ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES - JULY 26: Reinier de Ridder of The Netherlands prepares to face Robert Whittaker of New Zealand in a middleweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at Etihad Arena on July 26, 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

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Gable Steveson is finally making his transition to MMA.  The standout wrestler - who won back-to-...

<p>Gable Steveson is finally making his transition to MMA.</p><p>The standout wrestler - who won back-to-back NCAA Division I titles at 285 pounds and captured a gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics - is joining Legacy Fighting Alliance to begin his MMA career, the promotion announced Tuesday.</p><p>Steveson will make his debut in the co-main event at LFA 217 on Sept. 12 in a heavyweight fight against Braden Peterson in Minnesota.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Welcome to the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LFANation?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LFANation</a> 🔥<br>Congratulations to top prospect <a href="https://twitter.com/gablesteveson1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@gablesteveson1</a> on officially signing with the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LFA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LFA</a> <br><br>We’re excited to have you on board 🎖️ <a href="https://t.co/lEcjaL0Die">pic.twitter.com/lEcjaL0Die</a></p>— LFA (@LFAfighting) <a href="https://twitter.com/LFAfighting/status/1957928347914133691?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>"We are thrilled to bring a stacked card back to Minnesota, headlined by two of the bantamweight division's most exciting fighters and the MMA debut of one of the most accomplished wrestlers of all time," LFA CEO Ed Soares said in a statement. "Steveson's arrival in the sport is a historic moment, and pairing it with a high-level bantamweight clash makes LFA 217 an event you can't miss."</p><p>A bantamweight clash between Christian Strong and Mitch McKee will headline LFA 217.</p><p>Steveson attempted to transition to the NFL last year. The 25-year-old signed a deal to play defensive line for the Buffalo Bills during the 2024 offseason but was released prior to the regular season.</p>

DETROIT, MI - MARCH 19: Gable Steveson of the Minnesota Golden Gophers defeats Cohlton Schultz of the Arizona State Sun Devils in the 285-pound final match during the Division I Men's Wrestling Championship held at Little Caesars Arena on March 19, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan.

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Former UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar is coming out of retirement and plans to make his r...

<p>Former UFC lightweight champion Frankie Edgar is coming out of retirement and plans to make his return in bare-knuckle fighting, his manager, Ali Abdelaziz, confirmed to <a href="https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/46012143/frankie-edgar-unretiring-43-join-bkfc-debut-expected-oct-4">ESPN's Brett Okamoto</a>.</p><p>Edgar, a New Jersey native, has inked a contract with BKFC, and his debut in the promotion is scheduled for Oct. 4 against fellow UFC veteran Jimmie Rivera at Prudential Center in Newark. The bout is still pending approval from the New Jersey State Athletic Control Board, sources told <a href="https://x.com/arielhelwani/status/1957611893771698454">Uncrowned's Ariel Helwani</a>, who was first to report the news.</p><p>"I'm super excited to get back in competing, especially here in Jersey," Edgar said.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Edgar's return gives BKFC 82 yet another notable fight. The event will be headlined by a clash between reigning King of Violence champion Mike Perry and former UFC veteran Jeremy Stephens.</p><p>UFC 320 is also scheduled to take place Oct. 4. However, BKFC's event will end before 10 p.m. ET that night to avoid a potential schedule conflict with the UFC's pay-per-view broadcast, BKFC officials told Helwani.</p><p>Edgar lost his retirement fight in the UFC in November 2022. The 43-year-old, who claimed the UFC's lightweight title in 2010 and retained it three times, was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame last year.</p>

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 12: Frankie Edgar prepares to fight Chris Gutierrez in a bantamweight bout during the UFC 281 event at Madison Square Garden on November 12, 2022 in New York City.

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Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Cam Ward and Pro Bowl defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons got i...

<p>Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/209905" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/209905">Cam Ward</a> and Pro Bowl defensive lineman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/108405" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/108405">Jeffery Simmons</a> got into a scuffle during Monday's practice.</p><p>It all started after Ward threw a touchdown pass to receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/99606" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/99606">Calvin Ridley</a>. The first-year QB then celebrated the play by giving Simmons a shove and doing his signature "<a href="https://x.com/EAMaddenNFL/status/1956015000104894776">Zombieland</a>" celebration in front of the defender, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/46010242/titans-qb-cam-ward-scuffles-dt-jeffery-simmons-camp">ESPN's Turron Davenport</a>.</p><p>Simmons responded with a two-hand push to Ward's facemask. Titans offensive linemen took an issue with Simmons' reaction and came to the passer's defense.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Most notable thing from Titans practice today: Cam Ward and Jeff Simmons getting physical<br><br>Redzone drill. Ward hit Ridley for a really nice corner TD. Offense was all hype. Ward went up and gave Simmons a shove in the back, then hit him with the 🫢🫳 celebration.<br><br>Simmons gave…</p>— Easton Freeze (@eastonfreeze) <a href="https://twitter.com/eastonfreeze/status/1957484354420023385?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 18, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>"You don't want your quarterback there, period," Tennessee guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188134" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188134">Peter Skoronski</a> said Monday, according to <a href="https://mainstreetmediatn.com/articles/injuries/ward-simmons-ignite-shoving-match-in-the-heat-of-mondays-titans-practice/">Terry McCormick of TitanInsider.com</a>. "(Ward has) got to know to be smart and not bark up the wrong trees. But then again, we're not hitting our quarterback, either. I don't care what he does."</p><p>Ward and Simmons have seemingly become close since the Titans drafted the signal-caller first overall in April. They <a href="https://x.com/CamWardMuse/status/1951104973367804025">shared</a> a photo together July 31.</p><p>"Brothers fight," cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199938" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199938">Jarvis Brownlee Jr.</a> said. " ... You never want to see your quarterback in the middle of those kinds of things. But when it does happen, it shows you the kind of dog he has in him. He ain't going to take nothing."</p><p>Simmons is entering his seventh season in the NFL. He's been a cornerstone of Tennessee's defense, having claimed three Pro Bowl nods and two second-team All-Pro berths since joining the team as a first-round pick in 2019.</p>

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - JUNE 12: Cam Ward #1 of the Tennessee Titans looks on during Day 3 of Titans Mandatory Training Camp at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park on June 12, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee.

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<script async="" src="https://www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script></figure><p>Tennessee informed Aguilar and other players about its decision to turn to the transfer QB during a team meeting Sunday, according to <a href="https://www.knoxnews.com/story/sports/college/university-of-tennessee/football/2025/08/17/joey-aguilar-tennessee-football-starting-quarterback-vs-syracuse/85667021007/">Adam Sparks of the Knoxville News Sentinel</a>. He competed for the role with redshirt freshman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/197365" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/197365">Jake Merklinger</a> and freshman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/211706" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/211706">George MacIntyre</a>.</p><p>Aguilar joined Tennessee in May from UCLA as a potential replacement for <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/184768" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/184768">Nico Iamaleava</a>, the Vols' 2024 starter who transferred to the Bruins this offseason. Iamaleava led the Volunteers to their first College Football Playoff berth last season.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Aguilar previously starred across two seasons at Appalachian State, passing for 6,760 yards and 56 touchdowns in 25 appearances.</p>

BOONE, NORTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 19: Joey Aguilar #4 of the Appalachian State Mountaineers looks to pass the ball during the second half of a football game against the South Alabama Jaguars at Kidd Brewer Stadium on September 19, 2024 in Boone, North Carolina.

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<p>The Washington Commanders have been shopping running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174076" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174076">Brian Robinson Jr.</a> to teams around the NFL, sources told NFL insider <a href="https://x.com/Schultz_Report/status/1957206673741021438">Jordan Schultz</a>.</p><p>Robinson is entering the last year of his rookie contract. The 2022 third-round pick has topped 700 rushing yards in each of his first three NFL seasons and had a career-high eight touchdown runs in 2025 while averaging 4.3 yards per carry to go along with 20 receptions.</p><p>Robinson previously topped 1,000 scrimmage yards in 2023. However, he's battled multiple injuries and has yet to play a full season since being drafted out of Alabama.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The Commanders also roster running backs <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/81875" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/81875">Austin Ekeler</a> and seventh-round rookie <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/210131" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/210131">Jacory Croskey-Merritt</a>, among others. Croskey-Merritt has stood out in his first training camp in Washington.</p>

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 26: Brian Robinson Jr. #8 of the Washington Commanders looks on prior to the NFC Championship Game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on January 26, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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<p>Several veterans are at risk of losing a roster spot as NFL teams have to trim down their roster to 53 players by Aug. 26. Here's a look at trade candidates and players who could be released before each club solidifies its roster.</p><h3>Kenny Pickett, QB, Browns</h3><p>Deshaun Watson won't play in 2025, so four quarterbacks headline Browns training camp: Joe Flacco, rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders, and Pickett. With Cleveland unlikely to carry four QBs in the regular season, someone has to go. Flacco is the favorite to start and offers plenty of experience ahead of his 18th season. Gabriel is a third-round pick, and Sanders - a Round 5 selection - turned heads in his first preseason start. Pickett, who has 25 starts under his belt, landed with Cleveland in an offseason trade. However, the 27-year-old lacks Flacco's resume and has never shown much upside.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/795062/cropped_GettyImages-2219062357.jpg?ts=1753115730" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/795062/w220xh124_GettyImages-2219062357.jpg?ts=1753115730 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/795062/w320xh180_GettyImages-2219062357.jpg?ts=1753115730 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/795062/w640xh360_GettyImages-2219062357.jpg?ts=1753115730 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/795062/w768xh432_GettyImages-2219062357.jpg?ts=1753115730 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/795062/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2219062357.jpg?ts=1753115730 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Nick Cammett / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><h3>Travis Etienne, RB, Jaguars</h3><p>Although Jaguars coach Liam Coen downplayed a potential Etienne trade in the offseason, early reports from training camp suggest Tank Bigsby is the early favorite to lead the team in carries. Jacksonville also drafted Bhayshul Tuten in the fourth round this year. Etienne started the preseason opener, but he's worth monitoring as a potential trade candidate. Sending the former first-round pick to another team would save the Jaguars $6.1 million in salary-cap space.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><h3>Romeo Doubs, WR, Packers</h3><p>Reports out of training camp describe Doubs as one of Green Bay's most explosive pass-catchers. However, the Packers may have too many mouths to feed after using two top-100 picks on wideouts, including first-rounder Matthew Golden. They join Jayden Reed, Dontayvion Wicks and Christian Watson on the depth chart. Reed and Watson are recovering from injuries but will have roles when healthy. Doubs was frustrated with his usage last year, so you have to wonder how Green Bay views the 25-year-old ahead of a contract year. The club would get $3.4 million in cap savings by moving him.</p><h3>Taysom Hill, TE, Saints</h3><p>The versatile Hill turns 35 this month and is still recovering from a torn ACL that will likely sideline him for at least part of the 2025 season. Additionally, the rebuilding Saints and first-year coach Kellen Moore should be trying to create opportunities for younger players. If Hill successfully recovers from his injury, a playoff contender could benefit from scooping up the NFL's best Swiss Army knife. He's scored 44 scrimmage touchdowns while passing for 11 touchdowns since entering the league. In the meantime, New Orleans can save $10 million in cap space by releasing him.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/603982/cropped_GettyImages-1765188700.jpg?ts=1701368576" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/603982/w220xh124_GettyImages-1765188700.jpg?ts=1701368576 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/603982/w320xh180_GettyImages-1765188700.jpg?ts=1701368576 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/603982/w640xh360_GettyImages-1765188700.jpg?ts=1701368576 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/603982/w768xh432_GettyImages-1765188700.jpg?ts=1701368576 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/603982/w1080xh607_GettyImages-1765188700.jpg?ts=1701368576 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Dylan Buell / Getty Images Sport / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><h3>Kendrick Bourne, WR, Patriots</h3><p>Limited to eight games in 2023 due to an ACL injury, the 30-year-old Bourne has struggled to regain his form. Stefon Diggs, DeMario Douglas, Kayshon Boutte, and Kyle Williams top a revamped Patriots receiving corps that leaves Bourne on the outside looking in. He also injured his foot before the preseason opener. Bourne managed a breakout campaign under Josh McDaniels in 2021, but the wideout's reunion with the coordinator could be short-lived.</p><h3>Devin Singletary, RB, Giants</h3><p>When the Giants signed Singletary to a three-year contract in 2024, they expected him to be a steady hand for an offense that lacked an identity. But Tyrone Tracy Jr. surged to the top of the depth chart instead. New York has since added rookie Cam Skattebo, and Dante Miller is turning heads this preseason, making Singletary a potential casualty of the team's youth movement. The Giants would free up $1.5 million in much-needed cap space by cutting the soon-to-be 28-year-old.</p><h3>Darren Waller, TE, Dolphins</h3><p>Nearly two years removed from meaningful snaps, it's difficult to envision Waller regaining the form that helped him become a Pro Bowler in 2020. The veteran admitted he was unenthused during his one-year stint with the Giants in 2023 after they asked him to block more, but he says he rediscovered his passion during his brief retirement. The Dolphins need a tight end after trading Jonnu Smith. Waller is attempting to get up to speed, but he hasn't even been practicing, so don't be surprised if the Dolphins pull the plug on this project. Moving on from the 32-year-old would save Miami $2 million that the club is better served using elsewhere. </p><h3>Tyler Higbee, TE, Rams</h3><p>Higbee was once a staple of the Rams' offense, but he missed most of 2024 while rehabbing from a torn ACL. His snaps, targets, and maybe even roster spot could now be in danger with Colby Parkinson, Davis Allen, and Terrance Ferguson nipping at his heels. L.A. drafted Ferguson in the second round in April, presumably to serve as Higbee's replacement sooner or later. Higbee is on the wrong side of 30 and entering a contract year. Sean McVay may have an affinity for him, but you could've said the same about Cooper Kupp not long ago.</p><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/497110/cropped_GettyImages-1237966737.jpg?ts=1644614960" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/497110/w220xh124_GettyImages-1237966737.jpg?ts=1644614960 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/497110/w320xh180_GettyImages-1237966737.jpg?ts=1644614960 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/497110/w640xh360_GettyImages-1237966737.jpg?ts=1644614960 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/497110/w768xh432_GettyImages-1237966737.jpg?ts=1644614960 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/497110/w1080xh607_GettyImages-1237966737.jpg?ts=1644614960 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> <span class="article-segment--image-attribution">Icon Sportswire / Icon Sportswire / Getty</span></figcaption></figure><h3>Kyle Dugger, DB, Patriots</h3><p>Dugger has practiced with the Patriots' second-team unit a year after signing a four-year, $58-million contract. A key starter under Bill Belichick and Jerod Mayo, he may not fit as well in New England's defensive system under new coach Mike Vrabel. The Pats would save $10.7 million in cap space while taking on $4.5 million in dead money by trading the versatile 29-year-old.</p><h3>Justin Jones, DL, Cardinals</h3><p>Jones inked a three-year, $31.1-million deal with Arizona after posting double-digit tackles for loss with the Bears in 2022 and '23. However, an injury limited him to three games in '24, and the team brought in significant competition this offseason in the form of Calais Campbell, Dalvin Tomlinson, and rookie Walter Nolen. Cutting Jones would come with $11.2 million in dead money, but the Cardinals would get most of that amount ($8 million) in cap savings if they trade the 28-year-old.</p><p>(Salary-cap figure source: <a href="https://overthecap.com/">Over the Cap</a>)</p>

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<p>Cleveland Browns quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/210099" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/210099">Shedeur Sanders</a> isn't expected to play in Saturday's preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles, the team announced Wednesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1955719299588317387">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.</p><p>Sanders left Wednesday's practice early after suffering an oblique injury during drills and didn't play the rest of the session.</p><p>"Further medical testing and examination on Shedeur Sanders revealed an oblique strain," the Browns said. "He is considered day-to-day, won't practice tomorrow, and is unlikely to play in the game on Saturday."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Sanders, a fifth-round pick this year, stood out in his preseason debut last week, completing 14 of 23 passes for 138 yards with two first-half touchdowns against the Carolina Panthers.</p><p>The Browns selected the Colorado product 144th overall in April, following one of the most controversial falls in NFL draft history.</p><p>The 23-year-old is one of four passers who top Cleveland's QB depth chart this year, along with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/2945" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/2945">Joe Flacco</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/173994" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/173994">Kenny Pickett</a>, and rookie <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/209984" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/209984">Dillon Gabriel</a>.</p><p>Gabriel was sidelined last week against the Panthers due to a hamstring injury, but the third-round pick has practiced lately and is in line to start versus the Eagles, according to <a href="https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/sports/pro/browns/2025/08/13/dillon-gabriel-browns-nfl-debut-eagles/85566638007/">Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal</a>.</p>

CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 08: Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders (12) during a NFL preseason football game between the Cleveland Browns and the Carolina Panthers on August 8, 2025, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C.

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<p>Cincinnati Bengals offensive linemen weren't happy after rookie pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/209924" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/209924">Shemar Stewart</a> bumped into quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97638" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97638">Joe Burrow</a> at the end of a play at training camp Wednesday.</p><p>Bengals center <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/54502" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/54502">Ted Karras</a> said he likes what Stewart brings to the table, but the veteran lineman doesn't want to see Burrow hit again.</p><p>"Be smarter," Karras said about Stewart later Wednesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/char_cliff/status/1955668471913542136">Charlie Clifford of NBC 5 Cincinnati</a>. "He's a great rusher. ... Great player, but come on, man, that's all our hopes and dreams right there. But we've got to be better, too. That's on us."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Burrow stumbled to the ground following the play, notes <a href="https://x.com/Trags/status/1955675573067370929">Mike Petraglia of the "Jungle Roar Pod</a>."</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">I was following the ball so the camera pans away, but this is the play where Shemar Stewart hit Joe Burrow ...<br><br>It led to the scuffles between Stewart, Lucas Patrick and the Bengals' offensive and defensive lines. <a href="https://t.co/hdLrMaTz0C">https://t.co/hdLrMaTz0C</a> <a href="https://t.co/kJQnwogmnh">pic.twitter.com/kJQnwogmnh</a></p>— James Rapien (@JamesRapien) <a href="https://twitter.com/JamesRapien/status/1955674601754616094?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 13, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>"They kicked our ass," Karras said about Cincy's D-line at practice, per Petraglia.</p><p>Tempers flared between the Bengals' offensive and defensive lines as a result of the incident.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Shemar Stewart and Lucas Patrick mixing it up.<br><br>Stewart got a quick swing in on Patrick’s helmet ahead of the brief scuffle <a href="https://t.co/6iSVt9942R">pic.twitter.com/6iSVt9942R</a></p>— Charlie Clifford (@char_cliff) <a href="https://twitter.com/char_cliff/status/1955654666697707625?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 13, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Cincinnati defensive tackle <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/162172" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/162172">T.J. Slaton Jr.</a> believes Stewart can help the team.</p><p>"His aggression and his attitude, that's all on him and how he approaches the game," Slaton said, according to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zXFG9j6eWk">Cincinnati Bengals Talk</a>. "As you can see out there, he has real love for the game. As long as it's controlled aggression, hey, we'll use it all day." </p><p>The Bengals drafted Stewart 17th overall in April to bolster a defensive unit that had a lot of issues in 2024.</p><p>Burrow battled injuries at camp in previous years, but the 2020 No. 1 pick has stayed healthy in 2025. He led the league in completions (460), passing yards (4,918), and touchdowns (43) last season.</p>

CINCINNATI, OH - AUGUST 01: Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) in action during the Cincinnati Bengals training camp at Kettering Health Practice Fields on August 1, 2024 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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<p>Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/747" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/747">Aaron Rodgers</a> isn't a fan of the new helmet he's been wearing at practice this year.</p><p>"I don't like it," Rodgers said Tuesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/bybrendanhowe/status/1955326173870702855">Brendan Howe of Steelers Now</a>. "I'm trying to change. We're in the process still. It looks like a damn spaceship out there."</p><p>Rodgers wore the Schutt Air XP Pro Q11 LTD last season. However, that specific helmet model has been banned because it doesn't meet the NFL's new safety standards. Now the 41-year-old's been practicing in the Schutt Air XP Pro VTD II with a <a href="https://x.com/HelmetStalker/status/1948717404906783136">custom F7 facemask</a> and a two-point cloth chinstrap.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"We got to change it," Rodgers added. "The facemask doesn't fit the helmet because that's an old facemask, obviously, just like I'm old. But we're trying to find the right helmet right now."</p><p>Rodgers complained about changing his helmet after joining the Steelers at minicamp.</p><p>"I've worn a Schutt for 20 years and somehow it finally didn't pass the safety standard," the four-time NFL MVP said in June, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45957271/aaron-rodgers-dislikes-new-helmet-says-looks-damn-spaceship">ESPN's Brooke Pryor</a>.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">For the equipment folks, Aaron Rodgers settled on another <a href="https://twitter.com/schuttsports?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@schuttsports</a> helmet after his previous one was banned. Of the one at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Steelers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Steelers</a> minicamp (first pic), he said, “I can’t stand the helmet.” He opened training camp with one closer in design to his old one (last two pics). <a href="https://t.co/4jbYgKwo15">pic.twitter.com/4jbYgKwo15</a></p>— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeGarafolo/status/1948798315870441816?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 25, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Rodgers may not feel comfortable in his new helmet, but it didn't prevent him from making big plays during Tuesday's practice.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">AR12 ——&gt; RW10 👀👀👀<br><br>What a PLAY 🔥🔥🔥‼️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HereWeGo?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HereWeGo</a> <a href="https://t.co/mgQzyJRP3C">pic.twitter.com/mgQzyJRP3C</a></p>— Steel City Recaps (@SCRecaps) <a href="https://twitter.com/SCRecaps/status/1954981595712012359?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 11, 2025</a>
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PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JUNE 10: Aaron Rodgers #8 of the Pittsburgh Steelers in action during Minicamp at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on June 10, 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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<p>Five-star edge rusher Jake Kreul announced his commitment to Oklahoma on Tuesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/Hayesfawcett3/status/1955303839059317216">Rivals' Hayes Fawcett</a>.</p><p>Kreul ranks as the No. 4 defensive end and No. 22 overall recruit on the <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/256598/jake-kreul">ESPN 300</a>.</p><p>The Florida native picked Oklahoma over fellow finalists Texas and Ole Miss.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>"What really excites me about my opportunity with Oklahoma is how they utilize their edge rushers," Kreul told <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/news/oklahoma-jake-kreul-commits-brent-venables-sooners/">Rivals' Steve Wiltfong</a>. "In particular, (Sooners pass-rusher) <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/171692" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/171692">R Mason Thomas</a>, as we have very similar games."</p><p>Kreul is the third ESPN 300 prospect to join Oklahoma's 2026 class after four-star quarterback Bowe Bentley and wide receiver Daniel Odom.</p>

NORMAN, OK - NOVEMBER 19: Head coach Brent Venables of the Oklahoma Sooners celebrates after the defense broke up a pass by the Oklahoma State Cowboys to end their drive late in the fourth quarter during Bedlam at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on November 19, 2022 in Norman, Oklahoma. The Sooners won 28-13.

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<p>Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay provided a positive update about <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/680" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/680">Matthew Stafford</a>, saying the veteran quarterback didn't have any throwing limitations during a workout Saturday morning.</p><p>"It was awesome. He looked good. He threw the ball really well," McVay told reporters, including <a href="https://x.com/IraGorawara/status/1954368304937902270">Ira Gorawara of the Los Angeles Times</a>. "There was no limitations in terms of the types of throws. Deep, intermediate, short. ... He felt really good."</p><p>McVay added that Stafford threw more than 60 passes during his workout.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>The two-time Pro Bowl passer is dealing with an aggravated disk in his back, which has kept him out of team drills since the start of training camp. The Rams remain optimistic about his Week 1 availability.</p><p>Stafford is scheduled to resume individual drills next week, according to <a href="https://x.com/sarahbarshop/status/1954370231323042098">ESPN's Sarah Barshop</a>.</p><p>"We're looking forward to progressing him back into practice on Monday," said McVay, who added that he didn't know whether the veteran QB is still dealing with pain in his back.</p><p>The 37-year-old is under contract for two more years after signing a restructured extension worth $84 million this offseason. Stafford has averaged 3,675 yards and 24 touchdowns per season since joining Los Angeles in 2021. He led the team to a Super Bowl title in his first year in town.</p>

Inglewood, CA - August 09: Quarterback Matthew Stafford #9 of the Los Angeles Rams in the first half of a pre-season NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Saturday, August 9, 2025.

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<p>UFC bantamweight Elijah Smith delivered an epic knockout to take down Toshiomi Kazama in the first round at UFC Fight Night on Saturday in Las Vegas.</p><p>Smith hit Kazama with an unbelievable powerbomb reminiscent of Quinton "Rampage" Jackson's memorable KO slam. Smith is now 9-1 in his MMA career, including 2-0 in the UFC.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FEurosport%2Fvideos%2F715572874817724%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=476&amp;t=0" width="476" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></figure><p>Jackson, a former UFC light heavyweight champion and one of MMA's biggest pioneers, delivered his trademark slam knockout in June 2004 against Ricardo Arona.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">HIS TRADEMARK SLAM 😱<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OnThisDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OnThisDay</a> in 2004, Quinton "Rampage" Jackson finished Ricardo Arona by body slam at PRIDE Critical Countdown! <a href="https://t.co/QS2WMuGVld">pic.twitter.com/QS2WMuGVld</a></p>— UFC on This Day (@UFConThisDay) <a href="https://twitter.com/UFConThisDay/status/1935805638699082128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 19, 2025</a>
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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - AUGUST 09: (R-L) Elijah Smith knocks out Toshiomi Kazama of Japan in a bantamweight fight during the UFC Fight Night event at UFC APEX on August 09, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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<p>The Buffalo Bills wanted <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174030" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174030">James Cook</a> to play Saturday's preseason game against the New York Giants, but the star running back chose to stay on the sideline, head coach Sean McDermott said, according to <a href="https://x.com/_billsoutlet/status/1954289683992580548">Bills Outlet</a>.</p><p>Cook dressed and participated in warmup prior to Buffalo's preseason opener, but he didn't play as his hold-in continues. The two-time Pro Bowler is entering the final year of his rookie contract and has yet to sign an extension with Buffalo.</p><p>"We wanted him to play. I wanted him to play," McDermott said after a 34-25 loss to the Giants. "There's really no change at this point in time from what it was going into this weekend and the game today. ... At this point, due to his situation and the position he's in, he was not willing to play."</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>McDermott added that he had a "good conversation" with the tailback.</p><p>While Cook sat out of practices this past week, he took part in walk-throughs and team meetings. The final season of Cook's current deal carries a $5.27-million base salary.</p><p>Bills general manager Brandon Beane <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3320136" href="https://thescore.com/news/3320136">said</a> Monday that he's disappointed in the situation but added the two sides have been negotiating a new deal throughout the offseason.</p><p>Cook ran for 1,009 yards last season and led the NFL with 16 rushing touchdowns. He added three more scores in the playoffs.</p><p>The Bills drafted Cook in the second round in 2022.</p>

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 02: James Cook #4 of the Buffalo Bills and AFC on the field during the 2025 NFL Pro Bowl Games at Camping World Stadium on February 02, 2025 in Orlando, Florida.

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<p>Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/210099" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/210099">Shedeur Sanders</a> made a great impression in his NFL preseason debut, passing for two touchdowns in the first half of Friday's 30-10 win over the Carolina Panthers.</p><p>Sanders didn't lead a scoring drive on the Browns' first three offensive series, but the fifth-round pick looked more comfortable as the contest progressed.</p><p>The 23-year-old put a nice touch on the ball on his first touchdown, connecting with receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174678" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174678">Kaden Davis</a> for a 7-yard completion in the second quarter.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">we're on the board!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CLEvsCAR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CLEvsCAR</a> on NFLN, <a href="https://twitter.com/WEWS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@WEWS</a> &amp; NFL+ <a href="https://t.co/TXCvXCbGWM">pic.twitter.com/TXCvXCbGWM</a></p>— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) <a href="https://twitter.com/Browns/status/1953966373110976603?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 8, 2025</a>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Shedeur Sanders to Kaden Davis AGAIN for the TD!<br><br>CLEvsCAR on <a href="https://twitter.com/nflnetwork?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLNetwork</a><br>Stream on <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLPlus?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NFLPlus</a> <a href="https://t.co/9ucfAJiMNY">pic.twitter.com/9ucfAJiMNY</a></p>— NFL (@NFL) <a href="https://twitter.com/NFL/status/1953975691219022336?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 9, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>Sanders led another touchdown drive after halftime and played most of the third quarter before being replaced by <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/105226" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/105226">Tyler Huntley</a>. Sanders finished with 14 completions on 23 pass attempts for 138 yards and two touchdowns. He didn't throw any interceptions and rushed for 19 yards.</p><p>Sanders, who's competing for a spot on the Browns' 53-man roster, said he isn't focused on where he stands in the team's quarterback competition.</p><p>"I just think about when I get out there doing what I gotta do. Everything else is out of my hands," Sanders said postgame, according to <a href="https://x.com/AkronJackson/status/1954009812594807272">Zac Jackson of The Athletic</a>.</p><p>Sanders, the son of Hall of Fame cornerback Deion Sanders, was considered one of the top quarterback prospects of the 2025 NFL Draft but shockingly fell to the fifth round, where Cleveland picked him with the 144th pick.</p><p>"I'm comfortable being uncomfortable," Shedeur Sanders <a href="https://x.com/AkronJackson/status/1954008190397690075">added</a> Friday. "Overall, I felt like me out there."</p><p>Deion reacted to his son's standout preseason debut on social media.</p><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Oh yeah what now! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CoachPrime?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CoachPrime</a></p>— COACH PRIME (@DeionSanders) <a href="https://twitter.com/DeionSanders/status/1953975577251373283?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 9, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><p>In addition to Sanders, the Browns added <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/2945" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/2945">Joe Flacco</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/173994" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/173994">Kenny Pickett</a>, and third-round rookie <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/209984" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/209984">Dillon Gabriel</a> to their QB depth chart this year.</p>

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - AUGUST 8: Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates during an NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on August 8, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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<p>Colorado head coach Deion Sanders lost his best players on both sides of the ball ahead of the 2025 season, but he still believes the Buffaloes will find ways to win.</p><p>"The next phase is we're going to win differently, but we're going to win," Sanders said, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/45927316/healthy-vibrant-sanders-expects-colorado-win-differently">ESPN's Adam Rittenberg</a>. "I don't know if it's going to be the Hail Marys at the end of the game, but it's going to be hell during the game, because we want to be physical and we want to run the heck out of the football."</p><p>Sanders helped Colorado post a 9-4 record last season, up from 4-8 in his first year with the team. However, Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter, starting quarterback Shedeur Sanders, and other starters left Boulder earlier this year. Quarterbacks <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/163050" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/163050">Kaidon Salter</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/209867" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/209867">Julian Lewis</a> are among the players who joined the Buffaloes ahead of this season.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Coach Prime admitted that it'll feel "a little weird" to not coach his son, Shedeur, after the Cleveland Browns drafted him in the fifth round of the NFL draft in April. Hunter, meanwhile, went second overall to the Jacksonville Jaguars.</p><p>Sanders, 57, recently rejoined Colorado after a cancerous tumor was discovered and he had his bladder removed. He said he feels great going into the new season.</p><p>"I'm healthy, I'm vibrant, I'm my old self," Sanders said. "I'm loving life right now. I'm trying my best to live to the fullest, considering what transpired."</p><p>The Buffaloes kick off their 2025 season against Georgia Tech on Aug. 29.</p>

TAMPA, FL - JULY 23: University of Colorado Head Coach Deion Sanders watches the Buccaneers go thru a drill during Training Camp on July 23, 2025 at the AdventHealth Training Center at One Buccaneer Place in Tampa, Florida.

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<p>Dallas Cowboys wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/120335" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/120335">CeeDee Lamb</a> doesn't expect <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161667" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161667">Micah Parsons</a> to go anywhere despite the disgruntled pass-rusher's recent trade request.</p><p>"I feel like he's going to be here," Lamb said about Parsons on Friday, according to <a href="https://x.com/toddarcher/status/1953919022321606871">ESPN's Todd Archer</a>. "The (trade request) reaction was crazy. (The extension process) is a little disappointing, but it is what it is. You gotta do what you gotta do, and he's gotta do what's best for him, his family."</p><p>Parsons recently requested a trade from the Cowboys, with the two sides unable to agree on a contract extension. The 26-year-old is in the fifth and final year of his rookie deal.</p><div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><p>Cowboys owner Jerry Jones quickly shut down any discussion of moving the team's top defensive player following the request. However, he has said he's not optimistic about Parsons playing in Dallas' season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sept. 4.</p><p>Lamb, who faced his own contract saga last year, seemingly criticized the Cowboys in a social media post on Aug. 1, saying they should reward Parsons.</p><p>Dallas has become known for not rushing to sign its top players to long-term deals. Lamb held out of the team's training camp before inking a four-year, $136-million extension weeks before the start of the 2024 regular season.</p><p>The disgruntled Parsons remains with the Cowboys at camp, but the All-Pro defender reportedly missed Thursday's practice due to back tightness.</p>

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - OCTOBER 29: CeeDee Lamb #88 and Micah Parsons #11 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrate after the win over the Los Angeles Rams at AT&T Stadium on October 29, 2023 in Arlington, Texas.

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