Sports news summaries — Page 104
Essential facts and source links for recent sports stories.
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Gaethje backs Tsarukyan as next title challenger, calls Topuria undersized
Justin Gaethje says Arman Tsarukyan would be his next opponent if he defends the UFC lightweight title, which he won by stopping Ilia Topuria. Gaethje calls Topuria undersized for the division and says he has not decided whether to fight again while recovering from injuries. -
Watson aims to win Browns fans over as Carolina visits Sunday
Deshaun Watson hopes to earn Browns fans’ support with wins as he returns for Sunday’s home opener against Carolina. Cleveland is coming off a road win over Tampa Bay. In that game, Watson threw for more than 200 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions. -
Judge sidelined as Yankees weigh Wild Card roster and third-base options
The Yankees are set to face Boston in the Wild Card Series after Tampa Bay clinched the AL East, but will be without Aaron Judge, who has a moderate right calf strain. Cam Schlittler and Max Fried are projected starters; third base remains unsettled. -
A Sun win could give Toronto and Connecticut equal 2027 top-pick odds
Toronto Tempo and Connecticut Sun meet Thursday in the Sun’s last Connecticut game before its move to Houston. A Sun win would leave both at 11-33, giving them equal 2027 No. 1-pick lottery odds under rules that factor in two-year records. -
Brock Bowers likely to play against Saints in Week 3, report says
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers is more likely than not to play against the New Orleans Saints in Week 3, a report says, but his availability is not confirmed; practice concerns could keep him out. The Raiders are 2-0 without him. -
SB Nation writer again backs Natalie Nakase for WNBA Coach of the Year
SB Nation’s writer again votes for Golden State Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase as WNBA Coach of the Year, citing the team’s 31-12 record, second-best in the league, and 99.4 defensive rating, the WNBA’s best, after an eighth-seed finish last season. -
Brenden Schooler practices as Patriots begin his 21-day return window
The Patriots opened Brenden Schooler’s 21-day return-to-practice window Wednesday, and the 2025 captain practiced after missing all of training camp. He remains on the reserve/non-football injury list through Week 4 and cannot be activated before then. -
After nine walks in seven innings, writer urges Red Sox to avoid Erik Miller in playoffs
Erik Miller has issued nine walks over his last seven innings, prompting a SB Nation writer to urge the Red Sox not to use him in close playoff games. The writer says Miller was a key culprit in last night's loss and the team's loss to the Rangers last Wednesday. -
Jaxson Dart out for 2026; Jayden Daniels sidelined for weeks, Caleb Williams may miss Week 3
Giants QB Jaxson Dart is out for 2026, Commanders QB Jayden Daniels will miss multiple weeks with a dislocated left elbow, and Bears QB Caleb Williams may miss Week 3. Their injuries leave fantasy outlooks for all three teams’ pass-catchers uncertain. -
Brock Bowers set for practice as Raiders weigh his Sunday availability
Raiders tight end Brock Bowers will practice Wednesday, but coach Klint Kubiak says he remains day-to-day ahead of Sunday's game at New Orleans. Bowers missed the first two games after knee surgery 15 days ago and will be evaluated through the week. -
Doncic vows to chase Lakers championships after James' departure
Luka Doncic says he “won’t rest” until the Lakers win more NBA championships, making a title run his goal for 2026–27. With training camp opening Sept. 29, he enters the season as Los Angeles’ central star after LeBron James left for Philadelphia following eight seasons. -
Scherzer will wait until season’s end to discuss his MLB future
Max Scherzer says he is not ready to publicly discuss whether he will continue playing and will wait until the season ends to address his MLB future. In his 19th season, the 42-year-old Blue Jays starter is 3-8 with a 6.07 ERA in 16 starts. -
After LSU’s 32-24 loss, Kiffin calls Ole Miss matchup ‘their Super Bowl’
LSU coach Lane Kiffin called Saturday’s game against his former team, Ole Miss, “their Super Bowl” after LSU lost 32-24. Ole Miss led 24-7 at halftime, gave up the lead, then intercepted LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt in the end zone to stop LSU’s late drive. -
West's IR placement leaves 49ers with three healthy defensive tackles
The 49ers placed defensive tackle CJ West on injured reserve; his injury is undisclosed. James Thompson Jr. is also sidelined with a high-ankle sprain, leaving San Francisco with three healthy defensive tackles and likely requiring a practice-squad elevation. -
Fangio says Greenard has a better Week 3 chance, but isn’t ready for a full load
Vic Fangio said Jonathan Greenard has a better chance to play against the Chicago Bears in Week 3 than in the season’s first two games, but the edge rusher is not ready for a full workload after a pectoral injury and limited conditioning. -
Jason Moore’s Ohio State role grows as his production picks up
Ohio State senior defensive tackle Jason Moore has nine tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss and half a sack through three games, exceeding his 2025 tackle total. He led Buckeye defensive tackles with 25 snaps in the 59-3 win over Kent State but is not a starter. -
Harry Kane may consider NFL kicking, with MLS a possible seasonal link
Harry Kane said he would consider NFL kicking more seriously later in his career, depending on his motivation and how the next five or six years go. He suggested MLS could help connect the sports’ seasons, but said he wants to play soccer as long as possible. -
Seattle promotes Rodney Thomas II as Anthony Bradford goes on IR
Seattle placed starting guard Anthony Bradford on injured reserve Wednesday, sidelining him for at least four games; he is ineligible to return before Week 7 against Kansas City on Oct. 25. Safety Rodney Thomas II also moved from the practice squad to the active roster. -
Mahomes says Chiefs’ 220-yard opener drew Colts’ focus to the run
Patrick Mahomes said the Indianapolis Colts focused on stopping Kansas City’s run after the Chiefs rushed for 220 yards against Denver in Week 1, opening play-action opportunities in Week 2. Two of his first three completions came on under-center play-action. -
J.J. Spaun says he'd choose Ryder Cup putt over another major
J.J. Spaun missed Brandt Snedeker’s U.S. Presidents Cup team despite finishing 10th in qualifying; four players below him were selected. After his Ryder Cup debut, Spaun said he would rather make the winning putt for his country than win another major. -
Cubs and Red Sox reportedly plan Friday doubleheader before weekend rain
The Cubs and Red Sox reportedly plan a Friday doubleheader at Fenway Park before rain expected Saturday and Sunday; Wild Card seeds remain unsettled. MLB.com says postponed games would be made up Monday only if their results affect playoff seeding. -
Buckley’s first FSU goal and assist help Seminoles rally to 2-2 tie
Florida State's Shaneil Buckley scored her first goal and recorded her first assist in a 2-2 tie with NC State, helping FSU battle back in its first ACC game of the season. Through seven games, she has played 423 minutes, with nine shots and three on target. -
32 players, double-in rules and £150,000 top prize define 2026 World Grand Prix
The 2026 World Grand Prix runs Sept. 28-Oct. 4, with 32 players in set play: each leg requires a double to start scoring and another to win. First-round ties include Luke Littler vs. Luke Woodhouse and Michael van Gerwen vs. Ryan Joyce; the listed winner’s prize is £150,000. -
Texas A&M’s offense faces LSU’s disruptive front after Kentucky loss
Texas A&M visits LSU this Saturday after a 31-21 home loss to Kentucky, its first defeat of the season; LSU is also coming off a loss. The preview expects the Tigers’ defensive front to disrupt the Aggies and predicts a 38-17 LSU win. -
After Jaxson Dart's injury, retired four-time Pro Bowler Derek Carr answers Giants chatter with a joke
After Jaxson Dart injured his knee, Ian Rapoport reported the quarterback is likely to undergo season-ending surgery. Retired Derek Carr dismissed speculation he could join the New York Giants, joking online that he was busy finding a level 40 crew to join. -
Indiana Fever’s 96-77 win highlights top-seeded Lynx’s defensive slide
The Indiana Fever beat the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx 96-77 Tuesday, highlighting Minnesota’s defensive slide before the playoffs. Since July 1, the Lynx rank 11th defensively, allowing 109.1 points per 100 possessions; in May and June, they ranked first at 97.4. -
Minnesota’s offense could hinge on Darius Taylor’s status at Washington
Minnesota gained just 13 rushing yards against Mississippi State, where running back Darius Taylor left with an injury. He missed last week’s 41-7 win over Akron, and his availability for the Big Ten opener at Washington is uncertain. -
Valdes-Scantling moves from Chargers practice squad to active roster
The Chargers signed wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling from their practice squad to the active roster, bringing the team to six active wideouts. With Ladd McConkey still healing from a rib injury, Valdes-Scantling could see snaps against the Bills if needed.
