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P&G flags major profit impact as oil prices drive costs higher

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:02:22 GMT

CINCINNATI, Ohio: Procter & Gamble has warned that surging oil prices could shave about US$1 billion off its fiscal 2027 profit, underscoring the widening impact of the war in Iran on global corporations beyond the energy and airline sectors.

The maker of brands such as Pampers and Tide said the hit reflects rising costs across packaging, raw materials, and transportation, as crude prices have climbed from a

Report: Jerome Tang to return to Baylor coaching staff

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:40:37 GMT

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Former Kansas State head coach Jerome Tang is returning to Baylor as the associate head coach, ESPN reported on Tuesday.

Tang reportedly was working with the university to finalize a multi-year contract to rejoin longtime coach Scott Drew's staff.

Tang, 59, spent nearly two decades on the Bears' coaching staff, including when Baylor won the national championsh

Damon Jones agrees to plea deal in federal gambling case

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 18:40:22 GMT

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Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones accepted a plea agreement, becoming the first to take a deal in the federal gambling investigation that led to more than two dozen arrests.

Jones, 49, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in a federal court in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Tuesday, one day after former Charlotte Hornets and Miami Heat guard

Ryan Vilade, Rays chase series-clinching win over Guardians

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:05:07 GMT

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Ryan Vilade had brief stints with four teams during his first three seasons in the majors. The 27-year-old outfielder looks as if he finally has found a home with the Tampa Bay Rays.

Vilade is batting .458 (11-for-24) with a .500 on-base percentage over his past 10 games for the surging Rays.

Tampa Bay continues its three-game series in Cleveland on Tuesday w

Guardians to call-up Travis Bazzana, 2024 No. 1 overall pick

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:19:04 GMT

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The Cleveland Guardians are expected to call up second baseman Travis Bazzana, the top overall selection in the 2024 draft, on Tuesday for the second game of a home series against the Tampa Bay Rays.

According to multiple media reports, rookie Juan Brito, who had started five of the last seven games at second base, will be

Arch Manning favorite to be top pick in '27 NFL draft

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:55:14 GMT

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Arch Manning has opened as the favorite to be the No. 1 pick in the next NFL draft for the second consecutive year.

The Texas quarterback was installed as the +250 favorite by DraftKings. That's ahead of fellow quarterbacks Dante Moore (+380) of Oregon, Notre Dame's CJ Carr (+650) and South Carolina's LaNorris Sellars (+1200).

After only two quarterbacks wer

Ryan Vilade's go-ahead RBI single gives Rays win over Guardians

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:05:02 GMT

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Ryan Vilade singled in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning off Hunter Gaddis, and Steven Matz worked a season-high seven innings to rally the visiting Tampa Bay Rays to a 3-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Monday night.

Cleanup hitter Vilade had two RBI singles in a three-inning span as the Rays scored three unanswered runs to erase a 2-0 deficit. Vilade

Blue Jays' Max Scherzer placed on IL with forearm, ankle issues

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:55:13 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays placed veteran right-hander Max Scherzer on the 15-day injured list with left ankle inflammation and right forearm tendinitis on Monday.

The 41-year-old has been one strikeout shy of a milestone 3,500 for the past nine days but couldn't hit that mark in losses to the Arizona Diamondbacks on April 18 and the Cleveland Guardians on Friday.

Blue Jays' Max Scherzer placed on IR with forearm, ankle issues

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:55:13 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays placed veteran right-hander Max Scherzer on the 15-day injured list with left ankle inflammation and right forearm tendinitis on Monday.

Rockies-Reds series pits two of NL's surprise teams

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:19:11 GMT

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Two teams coming off impressive weekend series meet when the Colorado Rockies visit the Cincinnati Reds in the opener of a three-game series Tuesday night.

The Reds have been one of the better stories in the National League to open the season. They've won all 11 of their games decided by two runs or less in racing to the top of the

Giants, John Harbaugh not concerned about WR Malik Nabers' draft feedback

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:55:24 GMT

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Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers traded his helmet for a draft analyst cap and shared a less than flattering assessment of the team's investment in Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese with the No. 5 pick in the 2026 draft.

Among other thoughts shared by Nabers, he said he would have preferred Ohio State teammate Caleb Downs, a safety he 'would rather play with

Facing Jays, Red Sox hope managerial change sparks turnaround

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 07:05:15 GMT

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Boston Red Sox players have been more than open about their feelings behind the organization's decision to fire manager Alex Cora and five members of the coaching staff Saturday.

An unpopular choice made by the front office could spark an early-season turnaround, though, as Boston has won back-to-back games entering the opener of a three-game series Monday against the

Rays' Steven Matz looks for continued success against Guardians

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:25:19 GMT

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The Cleveland Guardians spent the weekend on a working vacation in Toronto, playing a series against the Blue Jays and attending Game 3 of the NBA playoff series between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Toronto Raptors.

Now, they're back at home to begin a three-game set Monday against the surging Tampa Bay Rays.

Guardians left-hander Parker Messick (3-0, 1.76 ERA)

NBA roundup: Spurs storm past Blazers in Victor Wembanyama's return

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:19:03 GMT

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De'Aaron Fox scored 28 points and Victor Wembanyama had 27 in his return from concussion protocol, helping the visiting San Antonio Spurs to a 114-93 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers in Game 4 of their Western Conference first-round series on Sunday.

Fox sank 11 of 17 shots from the floor and drained four 3-pointers to aid the Spurs in overcoming a 19-point

Guardians place RHP Shawn Armstrong (groin) on 15-day injured list

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:55:13 GMT

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The Cleveland Guardians placed right-hander Shawn Armstrong on the 15-day injured list on Sunday because of a right groin strain.

The move was retroactive to Thursday. In a corresponding move, the Guardians recalled right-hander Colin Holderman from Triple-A Columbus.

Armstrong, 35, last pitched on Tuesday, retiring all three batters he faced in an 8-5 home win o

(SP)CANADA-TORONTO-NBA-PLAYOFF SERIES-CAVALIERS VS RAPTORS

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 01:48:55 GMT

(260427) -- TORONTO, April 27, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Brandon Ingram (R) of Toronto Raptors fights for a rebound with Jarrett Allen of Cleveland Cavaliers during the 2025-2026 NBA first-round playoff series basketball game between Toronto Raptors and Cleveland Cavaliers in Toronto, Canada, on April 26, 2026. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

Jesus Sanchez hits tiebreaking HR as Blue Jays beat Guardians

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:40:49 GMT

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Jesus Sanchez homered and drove in three runs on Sunday afternoon to help the Toronto Blue Jays earn a 4-2 victory over the visiting Cleveland Guardians.

Vladimir Guerrero had three hits and an RBI for the Blue Jays, who took two of three from Cleveland. Toronto starter Patrick Corbin went 4 ? innings, allowing two runs on six hits, striking out four and walking two.

Spencer Torkelson ties franchise record, as Tigers defeat Reds

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:40:35 GMT

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Hao-Yu Lee belted a pinch-hit, go-ahead two-run homer and Spencer Torkelson had three hits and homered in his fifth straight game as the visiting Detroit Tigers rallied for an 8-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday in Cincinnati.

Kerry Carpenter doubled and tripled, while Gleyber Torres added three hits, including a two-run hom

Raptors win low-scoring Game 4 over Cavaliers to level series

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:19:17 GMT

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Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes each scored 23 points Sunday afternoon and the Toronto Raptors held off the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers, 93-89, to even the best-of-seven first-round playoff series at 2-2.

Game 5 of the series is Wednesday at Cleveland.

RJ Barrett added 18 points for the Raptors, and Collin Murray-Boyles scored 15 with 10 rebounds. Jakob Poe

Why US Republicans are headed for a midterm crash

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:49:09 GMT

It appears the curse of the midterm elections is going to hit the ruling party head-on

The midterms are still seven months away, and the Republicans must contend with an American voter whose mood has noticeably changed.

After regaining the White House in 2024, President Donald Trump - seeking revenge after being "cheated" of the presidency in the 2020 election - confidently declared victory

Giants' Landen Roupp on a roll entering series finale vs. Marlins

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:19:04 GMT

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A pair of 27-year-old right-handers who are off to successful starts will face relatively unfamiliar opponents on Sunday afternoon when Max Meyer and the Miami Marlins close a three-game road series against Landen Roupp and the San Francisco Giants.

The teams have split the first two games of the set, with the Giants drawing even Saturday in a 6-2 win after the M

Yankees play waiting game about Giancarlo Stanton before finale vs. Astros

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:40:26 GMT

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The New York Yankees have yet to make a decision on the availability of designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton, who departed in the sixth inning of the series opener in Houston on Friday with lower-leg tightness.

Stanton did not play in the Yankees' 8-3 win over the Astros on Saturday, a victory that secured the three-game series for New York, which has an eight-game winn

Light-hitting Reds keep finding ways to win ahead of finale vs. Tigers

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:25:06 GMT

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It's fair to call the Cincinnati Reds the surprise team of the National League a month into the season. After entering the year without an abundance of household names, the Reds are tied for second in the majors with 18 wins.

Cincinnati will search for its 10th win in 12 tries on Sunday afternoon in the series finale against the visiting Detroit Tigers.

Despi

Rays pitcher Griffin Jax backed by powerful lineup against Twins

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:19:02 GMT

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Looking for a way to get right-handed reliever Griffin Jax back on track, Tampa Bay manager Kevin Cash is starting him against the team that traded him last summer, the visiting Minnesota Twins, in their series finale on Sunday.

Jax was one of the American League's top setup relievers when he was obtained on July 31 for starter Taj Bradley. But Jax is off to a s

Guardians need to cut down on defensive lapses vs. Blue Jays

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 08:40:29 GMT

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The visiting Cleveland Guardians could use improved fielding Sunday afternoon to help their chances in the rubber match of the three-game series with the Toronto Blue Jays.

The Blue Jays took the middle game of the three-game series on Saturday 5-3 with some help from some shaky Guardians defense.

Guardians second baseman Juan Brito let Daulton Varsho's gro

MLB roundup: Red Sox rout Orioles, fire manager Alex Cora

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:19:18 GMT

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Garrett Crochet pitched six shutout innings and Andruw Monasterio drilled a late-game grand slam as the Boston Red Sox snapped a four-game losing streak in dominant fashion with a 17-1 win over the host Baltimore Orioles Saturday afternoon.

Later on Saturday, the Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora and five others on staff. Chad Tracy, the club's manager at Triple-A

2026 NFL Draft Grades: Raiders, Browns score near perfect

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:19:12 GMT

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With the 2026 NFL Draft in the books, we're ready to check the work of all 32 teams.

The good news for the teams who paid the price to pick early in this year's draft is many of them made of the most of the opportunity.

Our analysts break down the work of every team's front office and assign a letter grade with rapid reaction to the draft class of every club.

Max Arfsten nets early goal as Crew proceed to blank Union

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:05:15 GMT

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Max Arfsten scored in the fifth minute and Patrick Schulte made three saves to help the Columbus Crew defeat the visiting Philadelphia Union 2-0 on Saturday.

After Arfsten staked the Crew (3-4-3, 12 points) to the lead, an own goal by Union defender Nathan Harriel in the third minute of first-half stoppage time provided the final margin.

The Union (1-7-2, 5

Sal Stewart's big day powers Reds' runaway win over Tigers

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:08:42 GMT

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Sal Stewart homered and drove in five runs on Saturday night to help the streaking Cincinnati Reds earn a 9-2 victory to clinch a series win over the visiting Detroit Tigers.

Brady Singer (2-1) allowed two runs on eight hits across 5 1/3 innings for the Reds, who have won nine of their last 11 games. Singer struck out three and TJ Friedl went 3-for-4 with a solo hom

Max Arfsten nets early goal as Crew proceeds to blank Union

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:08:08 GMT

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Max Arfsten scored in the fifth minute and Patrick Schulte made three saves to help the Columbus Crew defeat the visiting Philadelphia Union 2-0 on Saturday.

After Arfsten staked the Crew (3-4-3, 12 points) to the lead, an own goal by Union defender Nathan Harriel in the third minute of first-half stoppage time provided the final margin.

The Union (1-7-2, 5

Kevin Denkey's 2nd straight brace helps Cincinnati best Red Bulls

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:07:56 GMT

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Kevin Denkey scored twice late in the first half and FC Cincinnati recorded a 2-0 victory over the visiting New York Red Bulls on Saturday night.

Denkey notched a multi-goal game for the second straight game after scoring twice in Wednesday's 4-4 draw with New York City Football Club. It was Denkey's third MLS brace, coming one day shy of the anniversary of his fi

NFL Draft Day 3: Jermod McCoy to Raiders, Jets trade up for Cade Klubnik

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:06:34 GMT

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The third and final day of the 2026 NFL Draft began with a name many thought would go in the first round.Instead, Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy went No. 101 overall to the Las Vegas Raiders, as the opening pick of the fourth round on Saturday in Pittsburgh.The Buffalo Bills owned the No. 101 selection entering the day, while the Raiders sat at No. 102. Las Vegas tr

Blue Jays hold on to get one back from Guardians

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:05:34 GMT

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Kevin Gausman pitched an effective 6 2/3 innings, Kazuma Okamoto homered and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Cleveland Guardians 5-3 on Saturday afternoon.Gausman (2-1) allowed two runs, six hits and no walks with three strikeouts.Louis Varland allowed one run on two singles and a double in the ninth to pick up his second save.Andres Gimenez keyed a three-ru

Reds place slugger Eugenio Suarez (oblique) on 10-day IL

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:05:20 GMT

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The Cincinnati Reds placed veteran designated hitter/third baseman Eugenio Suarez on the 10-day injured list Saturday due to a left oblique strain.

The move is retroactive to Thursday.

Cincinnati recalled outfielder JJ Bleday from Triple-A Louisville to fill the roster spot.

Reds manager Terry Francona doesn't expect Suarez to be sidelined long.

'Th

2026 NFL Draft: Round 4 and 5 recap

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:40:33 GMT

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Galaxy, Real Salt Lake clash, dealing with crowded schedule

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:25:10 GMT

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The rivalry between Real Salt Lake and the Los Angeles Galaxy is generally spirited, but both teams will be tasked with generating renewed energy when they meet Sunday at Carson, Calif.

Both teams are winding down a busy stretch of the schedule with their third matches in nine days. Putting together the lineups will be carefully calculated.

'There's going to

Blue Jays: Nathan Lukes (hamstring) to IL; Trey Yesavage (shoulder) close to return

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:25:10 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays added yet another player to the injured list Saturday when outfielder Nathan Lukes was placed on the 10-day IL with a hamstring strain.

In Friday night's 8-6 loss to the visiting Cleveland Guardians, Lukes led off the Toronto first against Gavin Williams with a double to right but hobbled into second with left hamstring discomfort. He was replac

Raptors 'expect the unexpected' from Cavaliers in Game 4

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:19:12 GMT

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The Toronto Raptors understand they must be ready for anything Sunday afternoon when they attempt to even their Eastern Conference first-round series with the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers.

The Cavaliers hold a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series after the Raptors' 126-104 home victory in Game 3 on Thursday.

'Every game in this series so far, it was diff

F Arnau Farnos signs first-team contract with NYCFC

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:55:13 GMT

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New York City FC signed forward Arnau Farnos to a first-team contract through the rest of this season, the team announced Saturday.

The deal also has an option for an extension through the 2027-28 season.

Farnos, 23, previously signed four short-term agreements with the franchise.

'Arnau has taken advantage of his opportunities with both the first team a

Light-hitting Reds chase 4th straight series win in matchup vs. Tigers

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:05:10 GMT

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The Cincinnati Reds will look to clinch their fourth consecutive series victory Saturday night when they host the Detroit Tigers in the second contest of a three-game set.

The Reds are off to their best start (17-9) in the first 26 games of the season since beginning 18-8 in 2006. Fueled by a balanced lineup, manager Terry Francona's upstart club has won eight of

Sizzling second baseman face off as Marlins, Giants meet again

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:55:11 GMT

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Two second basemen who have demonstrated early on that they're serious about making the National League All-Star team hope to continue fast starts at the other's expense Saturday afternoon when Xavier Edwards and the Miami Marlins once again visit Luis Arraez and the San Francisco Giants.

Both players had three hits Friday night, and Edwards' teammates collected 13 m

Blue Jays to use new bullpen approach vs. Guardians

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:55:14 GMT

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The Toronto Blue Jays will be going to a closer-by-committee if the situation arises Saturday afternoon against the visiting Cleveland Guardians.

Jeff Hoffman has struggled as the closer this season and he was told Friday by manager John Schneider that the team will mix-and-match for now instead of putting the onus on one particular pitcher in the ninth inning.

MLB roundup: Cubs overtake Dodgers late for 10th straight win

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:40:34 GMT

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Dansby Swanson hit the go-ahead two-run home run in the ninth as the visiting Chicago Cubs rallied for a 6-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the opener of a three-game series on Friday.

The Cubs won their 10th straight game as they came back from a 4-0 deficit, scoring all their runs over the final three innings.

Swanson was 2-for-3 with two runs, a tripl

Nathaniel Lowe's walk-off blast ends Reds' rainy win over Tigers

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:40:32 GMT

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Nathaniel Lowe belted a two-run walk-off home run late Friday night, lifting the Cincinnati Reds to a 9-8 victory over the Detroit Tigers.

After Detroit closer Kenley Jansen (0-1) recorded two quick outs in the ninth, Spencer Steer fell behind 0-2 in the count, then singled on a 2-2 pitch. Lowe connected on an 0-1 sinker, hitting his second homer of the game -- an

NFL Draft Rounds 2 & 3: Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald lands with Texans

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 03:40:27 GMT

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Kayden McDonald was in Pittsburgh for the NFL draft on Thursday night, and the defensive tackle watched 15 of his peers make the walk from the backstage green room to the stage to be announced as first-round selections.

The only player left in that room when the 32-player round ended was McDonald.

McDonald returned to the scene Friday night, and he didn't have to

Angel Martinez blasts pair of 2-run HRs as Guardians top Blue Jays

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:19:30 GMT

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Angel Martinez launched a pair of two-run home runs Friday night and the visiting Cleveland Guardians held on to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-6.

Daniel Schneemann had a solo shot for the Guardians in the opener of a three-game series.

Jesus Sanchez and Kazuma Okamoto homered for the Blue Jays.

The Guardians led 5-2 after one inning.

Schneemann led

Cowboys acquire 49ers starting LB Dee Winters for 5th-round pick

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:19:26 GMT

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The Dallas Cowboys continued to bolster their defense on Friday, trading a fifth-round draft pick for San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dee Winters.

Winters, 25, started all 17 regular-season games last season and had team-high 101 tackles as well as eight tackles for loss, five passes defended and one interception which he returned 74 yards for a touchdown.

NFL Draft Round 2: Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald lands with Texans

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:55:18 GMT

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Defensive tackle Kayden McDonald was in Pittsburgh for the NFL draft on Thursday night, and the defensive tackle watched 15 of his peers make the walk from the backstage green room to the stage to be announced as first-round selections.

The only player left in that room when the 32-player round ended was McDonald.

McDonald returned to the scene Friday night, and

Fire endeavor to keep unbeaten run alive vs. last-place SKC

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:05:03 GMT

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After letting a second-half lead slip away in their last outing, the host Chicago Fire renew their rivalry with fellow Midwestern foe Sporting Kansas City on Saturday night.

While the Fire (4-2-2, 14 points) are unbeaten in their last five matches across all competitions (4-0-1), they blew a 3-1 second-half lead against FC Cincinnati on April 18. Evander's penalt

Cincinnati, Red Bulls enter clash off matching 4-4 ties

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:05:17 GMT

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The New York Red Bulls and FC Cincinnati spent Wednesday scoring four goals in their respective matches.

Most times, that's enough to register a win, but neither team could clamp down defensively, each settling for one point.

Two teams coming off differing types of draws and trying to gain ground in the Eastern Conference standings get together Saturday night wh

Daniel Gazdag meets old squad as Crew welcome Union

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:05:12 GMT

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Now that forward Daniel Gazdag has finally scored and the Columbus Crew have won a home match, they can set their sights on climbing the Eastern Conference standings, starting with hosting the Philadelphia Union on Saturday.

It has been a rough go for the Crew's designated player since the Union's all-time leading scorer (59 goals) was acquired in a trade a year

Galaxy Gas: The legal high ruining American childrens lives

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:56:48 GMT

Nitrous oxide can cause severe injury, paralysis and even death. So why is it easier to get for teenagers than energy drinks or cigarettes?

Welcome to America's next public health crisis that is being underwritten by big business and ignored by the US government.

Nitrous oxide has been around for many decades and used in a variety of products, including in whipped cream canisters, and car e

Rays acquire RHP Casey Legumina from Mariners

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:05:05 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Rays acquired Casey Legumina from the Seattle Mariners on Friday in exchange for fellow right-hander Ty Cummings.

To make room on the 40-man roster, the Rays transferred right-hander Edwin Uceta (right shoulder impingement) to the 60-day injured list.

Legumina, 28, is 0-1 with a 4.63 ERA in eight relief appearances this season with Seattle. He w

Cincinnati big man Moustapha Thiam transfers to Michigan

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:19:12 GMT

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Former Cincinnati center Moustapha Thiam told ESPN on Friday that he has committed to play for national champion Michigan.

Thiam, who is listed at 7-foot-2 and 250 pounds, has two seasons of eligibility remaining and is expected to aid in the Wolverines' revamped frontcourt.

The Senegal native joins fellow transfers J.P.

CF Montreal bid to pick up steam vs. struggling NYCFC

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:55:21 GMT

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Under new leadership, CF Montreal are looking for their first set of consecutive wins this season when they host New York City FC on Saturday afternoon.

Following a 1-6-0 start, Montreal fired Marco Donadel on April 12. Interim head coach Philippe Eullaffroy helped lead the club to its first home victory of the season -- a 4-1 triumph over the New York Red Bulls last

Blue Jackets part ways with three assistants after missing playoffs

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:40:30 GMT

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The Columbus Blue Jackets announced Friday that assistant coaches Mike Haviland and Scott Ford will not return for the 2026-27 season.

In addition, the team is set to part ways with video coach Aron Augustitus.

All three were under contract through 2025-26. Haviland and Ford joined the Blue Jackets prior to the 2024-25 campaign and Augustitus joined the organ

Cubs bring 9-game win streak into opener vs. Dodgers

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:40:21 GMT

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The Chicago Cubs carry the longest winning streak in the major leagues into the opener of a three-game road series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night in a battle of division leaders.

Chicago extended its winning streak to nine games with an 8-7 victory in 10 innings over the Philadelphia Phillies (nine straight losses) on Thursday.

'A nine-game win

Yordan Alvarez, Astros strive to do damage against Yankees' stellar pitching staff

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:19:12 GMT

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The New York Yankees experienced a four-game blip with their pitching last week when they were unable to consistently record outs against the Los Angeles Angels.

The pitching has corrected itself during sweeps of the Kansas City Royals and Boston Red Sox, and the Yankees are on a six-game winning streak as their pitchers will attempt to keep MLB home run leader Yor

Twins starter Taj Bradley gears up to face former Rays teammates

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:40:29 GMT

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Minnesota right-hander Taj Bradley, once regarded as the Tampa Bay Rays' No. 1 prospect, will face his old team for the first time since getting sent to the Twins at last year's trade deadline when the two teams open a three-game series on Friday night in St. Petersburg, Fla.

Bradley (3-0, 1.63 ERA), who went 19-25 with a 4.70 ERA over 69 games (67 starts) wit

(SP)CANADA-TORONTO-NBA-PLAYOFFS-CAVALIERS VS RAPTORS

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:45:25 GMT

(260424) -- TORONTO, April 24, 2026 (Xinhua) -- James Harden (R) of Cleveland Cavaliers vies with Jamal Shead of Toronto Raptors during the 2025-2026 NBA first-round playoff series basketball match between Toronto Raptors and Cleveland Cavaliers in Toronto, Canada, on April 23, 2026. (Photo by Zou Zheng/Xinhua)

Reds, Tigers riding high heading into weekend series

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:40:30 GMT

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Off to their best 25-game start to a season in two decades, the Cincinnati Reds host the Detroit Tigers in an interleague series opener on Friday night.

Coming off a road trip that saw them sweep three games against the Minnesota Twins and take two of three from the Tampa Bay Rays, the Reds have won 16 of their first 25 games for the first time since beginning 17-8

2026 NFL Draft: Best available on Day 2

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:25:14 GMT

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Round 1 of the NFL Draft came and went on Friday, starting the slide for prospects who were once viewed as first-rounders. Here's a look at the best players still available as we head into Round 2 of the draft:

Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee -- McCoy missed the entire 2025 season due to a torn right ACL, and his drop isn't surprising given the news that there was st

NBA roundup: Hawks get by Knicks again to take 2-1 series lead

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:19:09 GMT

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CJ McCollum scored 23 points and sank the game-winning basket with 12.7 seconds left, lifting Atlanta to a 109-108 win over the visiting New York Knicks on Thursday and giving the Hawks a 2-1 lead in their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series.

The Hawks led 96-85 with 8:06 to go in the fourth quarter, but the Knicks roared back to tie the game at 105-105 on

New Rams QB Ty Simpson among biggest NFL draft surprises

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 03:25:09 GMT

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Titans select Ohio State WR Carnell Tate at 4

If you had a bet out on Tate being the first Ohio State player taken, you probably made some money. The Titans had many needs and committed heavily to taking wide receivers in the mid-rounds last year, so the position wasn't really on the radar for Tennessee.

Tate fits extremely well into the wide receiver room, provi

Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett help Raptors halve Cavs' series egde

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 03:05:11 GMT

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Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett each scored 33 points Thursday night and the Toronto Raptors defeated the visiting Cleveland Cavaliers 126-104 in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series.

Reserve Jamison Battle scored all of his 14 points in the fourth quarter to ignite a Toronto surge that reduced Cleveland's series lead to 2-1.

Game 4 of the best-of-se

NFL draft sees surprises galore after Raiders' Fernando Mendoza slam dunk

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:40:45 GMT

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Fernando Mendoza's next mission might be his toughest yet: Try to turn Sin City into Win City.

The Las Vegas Raiders tabbed Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft on Thursday. The 22-year-old will be the centerpiece of a franchise rebuild following his meteoric rise at Indiana, where he won the Heisman Trophy and led the program to its first national titl

Trade tracker: Chiefs move up to take CB Mansoor Delane No. 6

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:19:04 GMT

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The Kansas City Chiefs made the first move up the board of the 2026 NFL Draft, swapping three places with the Cleveland Browns to select LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane on Thursday night.

The Chiefs moved from No. 9 to No. 6 overall, while the Browns received a third-rounder (74th overall) and a fifth-rounder (148th) in addition to the ninth overall pick from Kansas City

Raiders draft new centerpiece QB Fernando Mendoza No. 1 overall

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:19:12 GMT

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The Las Vegas Raiders selected Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday, confident the Heisman Trophy winner and national champion just keeps winning.

The 22-year-old becomes the centerpiece of a franchise rebuild following his own meteoric rise, culminating in the Hoosiers claiming a football national title for t

Bipartisan bill offers paid family and medical leave to OH workers

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:11:26 GMT

A bipartisan group of Ohio lawmakers is aiming to create a statewide paid family and medical leave program.

Senate Bill 396 offers eligible workers up to 14 weeks of paid leave within a 12-month period.

Sen. Beth Liston, D-Dublin, said millions of workers statewide face significant financial chall

Ohio postal workers say residents need option to vote by mail

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:30:04 GMT

Mail carriers in Ohio said it is critical for residents to have the option to vote by mail.

The American Postal Workers Union has launched a new campaign across the state urging the expansion of vote-by-mail options.

Jen Lem

Darren Woodson "honored" with the Caleb Downs comparisons

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 22:32:30 GMT

Nick Eatman

FRISCO, TexasIt's been more than 20 years since Darren Woodson donned a Cowboys uniform, so his days of watching film are long gone. But the legendary safety doesn't have to live in the film room to know the Cowboys just landed another great safety.

"I think Caleb Downs is a phenomenal pick," Woodson said following Thursday night's selection. "I'm not going to sit here and say I

Falcons rookie jersey numbers revealed for 2026 draft class

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:00:32 GMT

See the jersey numbers for Avieon Terrell, Zachariah Branch and the rest of the Falcons' rookies.

Will McFadden

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. Their names have been called, and now their numbers have been assigned.

The Atlanta Falcons revealed the jersey numbers for their six draft picks on Tuesday. None of the players is carrying over his jersey number from college, so each player will be defined by a new dig

Browns spotlight community during the 2026 NFL Draft

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:00:29 GMT

Browns front office, coaches and support staff wore shirts featuring logos of initiatives

Kelsey Russo

As the Browns front office members selected their next draft class, they also put a spotlight on giving back to the community and supporting fans over the course of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Each day, Browns front office members, coaches and support staff wore custom shirts with logos to highlight Stay i

Nerdy Birds: 2026 Draft Class

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 13:00:06 GMT

Recapping the Falcons incoming rookie class.

Matt Haley

Day 2

Round 2 | No. 48 Overall | CB Avieon Terrell

Atlanta selected cornerback Avieon Terrell in the second round with the 48th overall pick. Terrell played in 39 games over three seasons (2023-25) at Clemson, totaling 125 tackles (90 solo), 25 passes defensed, eight forced fumbles, four sacks and three interceptions. He is a two-time

Jets Did Their Homework on Round 4 Pick, QB Cade Klubnik

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 12:10:00 GMT

GM Darren Mougey: Young, Athletic, With Upside

Jack Bell

The Jets were expected to select a quarterback after the first round of the NFL Draft. And they did. But Clemson'sCade Klubnikwasn't one of the names bandied about much before the event in Pittsburgh. The Jets traded a pair of fourth-round picks (Nos. 128 and 140) to Cincinnati to move up 18 spots to take the QB who went 26-14 as a starter for the T

Draft Day Lookback: Rod Woodson

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:55:00 GMT

Teresa VarleyIn honor of the 2026 NFL Draft being held in Pittsburgh, we are highlighting the day members of the Hall of Honor were drafted by the Steelers.The feature will run from April 17-May 1, featuring some of the team's most iconic players.Today we feature Rod Woodson.April 28Rod WoodsonCornerback1987-96Drafted April 28, 1987There are not many players who earn first-ballot Hall of Fame honors. Oftentimes, players h

Giants Now: The Athletic's best scheme fits from 2026 NFL Draft

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 GMT

Matt Citak

The Athletic's best scheme fits from 2026 NFL Draft

The Athletic's Ted Nguyenrecently broke down the 10 best scheme fits from the 2026 NFL Draft.

Landing all the way at the top of the list was Ohio State linebacker Arvel Reese's fit with the Giants.

"Reese's tape playing inside linebacker was superb, and he should make an immediate impact on the second level," wrote N

Rhett Lewis: Analyzing the Raiders' 2026 draft class

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:30:00 GMT

Rhett Lewis

NFL Network host and Raiders.com contributor Rhett Lewis gives his analysis of each of the Silver and Black's 2025 draft selections and how they fit in on the roster.

Round 1, No. 1: Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana

HEISMAN, WON. NATTY, DONE. DRAFTED, ONE. Great line by the Raiders social media team to describe the accomplishments of Fernando Mendoza. The former Hoosiers quar

Which Hall of Fame Edge Rusher Does David Bailey Study the Most

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT

He's a Student of the Game, Has Speed to Burn, and Knows One QB He'd Like to Sack Now That He's in the NFL

Randy Lange

Five things to know about edge rusherDavid Bailey, the Jets' top pick and No. 2 overall selection of the draft on Thursday night:

A Regular Speed Demon

Perhaps you've heard that Bailey's speed off the edge was among the best in college football for Texas Tech

10 things to know about Arvell Reese & Francis Mauigoa

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:45:00 GMT

Matt Citak

The Giants made two selections in the top 10 of this year's NFL Draft, adding Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese at No. 5 before taking Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa at No. 10.

Here are 10 things to know about the two first-round picks.

1. Arvell Reese finished his Buckeye career having played in 38 games with 14 starts across three seasons. His career totals include 112 tackles,

Cover 3: One word to describe Giants' draft class

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:40:05 GMT

byJohn Schmeelk,Dan Salomone&Matt Citak

The Giants.com crew members pick one word to sum up the 2026 draft class and explain why.

John Schmeelk:Vision.Not many people love the draft as much as I do. So much work goes into finding the right players that are going to be the future of the franchise. But the irony of the exercise remains that whatever playe

La Voz de la Razn: La Clase 2026 de los Denver Broncos

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:50:36 GMT

Jorge Tinajero

El Draft de la NFL 2026 ya es parte de la historia y dej como resultado la conformacin de la nueva clase de novatos de los Denver Broncos. Con siete selecciones para trabajar, distribuidas entre el segundo y tercer da del Draft, la gerencia y el staff de entrenadores se enfocaron en jugadores que complementen el roster actual de cara a la prxima temporada.

El evento, celebrado en la ciudad de

Around the AFC North: Draft Grades & Recap of Rivals' Picks

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:31:33 GMT

Justin Robertson

With the 2026 NFL Draft now in the rearview mirror, here is a look at how the Ravens' rivals did:

Cleveland Browns: Offense Revamped With Early Selections

Round 1: OL Spencer Fano, Utah (9th overall)

Round 1: WR KC Concepcion, Texas A&M (24)

Round 2: WR Denzel Boston, Washington (39)

Round 2: S Emmanuel McN

Vikings Exercise 5th-Year Option for Jordan Addison

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:55:00 GMT

byLindsey Young&Craig Peters

EAGAN, Minn.The Vikings exercised the team's fifth-year option on receiver Jordan Addison, the team announced Monday.

The move occurred about a month after Executive Vice President of Football Operations Rob Brzezinski had indicated the team's intent while speaking to reporters at the Annual League Meeting.

"He's a really important player for us, an im

A look at the Steelers 2026 Draft Class

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Teresa Varley

The Steelers had 10 selections in the 2026 NFL Draft, adding new faces on both sides of the ball throughout the three days.

The team kicked the draft off selecting offensive tackle Max Iheanachor from Arizona State in the first round with the 21st overall pick.

"I'm very excited about Max," said Coach Mike McCarthy. "Our offensive line coaches are bouncing off the wall. He's great for us

Enter to win a VIP experience at Browns Training Camp

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:40:05 GMT

Deadline to apply is May 29

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Ohio 529 CollegeAdvantage and the Cleveland Browns are giving away a $5,000 college savings award, helping them jumpstart their or their child's college savings and set the stage for a successful future. This lucky Browns fan will also receive four tickets to a VIP experience at the Browns Training Camp, including a mascot meet-and-greet and a piece of autog

Browns announce 2026 season of Jr. Browns Backers

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:42 GMT

The Jr. Browns Backers kids club is in its third season

ClevelandBrowns.com

BEREA, Ohio The Cleveland Browns announced today the launch of the 2026 season of "Jr. Browns Backers", presented by University Hospitals Rainbow Babies and Children's and in association with Cardinal Credit Union.

"The continued growth of Barking Backers and Jr. Browns Backers shows how much these clubs mean to our fans and

Browns announce 2026 season of Barking Backers

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:42 GMT

Barking Backers is celebrating its five-year "anni-fur-sary"

ClevelandBrowns.com

BEREA, Ohio The Cleveland Browns announced today the launch of the 2026 season of "Barking Backers", presented by Milk-Bone.

Barking Backers, the beloved Fan Club for Dogs, is celebrating its five-year "anni-fur-sary."

"The continued growth of Barking Backers and Jr. Browns Backers shows how much these clubs mean

Morning Break: Meet Saints 2026 Draft class, undrafted free agents

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:00:21 GMT

A collection of headlines and news about the Saints and the NFL for Monday, April 27

New Orleans Saints

Saints News from Nola.com

How did Saints WR Jordyn Tyson reach the peak? By leaning on family through the valleys.

Dawn would not yet have broken in north Texas when John Tyson would hear the familiar sounds of a garage door jolting to life, the hum of a car engine, the ga

'What They're Saying' about all 7 Cowboys picks

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 05:33:00 GMT

Nick Eatman

FRISCO, TexasThree days of the NFL Draft. Eight initial draft picks turned into seven players, thanks to two trades. But there's a lot more numbers to describe a wild weekend for the Cowboys, including five press conferences and seven conference calls.

Add it all up and you've got a lot different voices talking about these seven players, including the headliners of this Cowboys

2026 NFL Draft Grades: Falcons get high marks for Day 2

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:24:33 GMT

Now that the draft has wrapped, lets take a look at the national media grades for the Falcons.

Will McFadden

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. The Atlanta Falcons picked up an extra selection during draft weekend and ultimately came out of the NFL Draft with six new players in Ian Cunningham's first event as the team's general manager.

Four of those selections were used on defense, where the Falcons added one of

New Orleans Saints agree to terms with 10 undrafted free agents

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:00:35 GMT

Undrafted free agents join New Orleans' eight selections from the 2026 NFL Draft

New Orleans Saints

New Orleans Saints Executive Vice President/General Manager Mickey Loomis announced today that the club has agreed to terms with the ten rookies following the conclusion of the NFL Draft: running backCJ Donaldson, tight endCody Hardy, tackleAlan Herron, defensive endMichael Heldman, cornerbacksDaShawn Jones

Draft Grades: What They're Saying About the Titans 2026 Draft Class

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:51:47 GMT

Jim Wyatt

NASHVILLEThe draft picks are in, eight of them in all:

Round 1 (No. 4): WR Carnell Tate, Ohio State

Round 1 (No. 31): Edge Keldric Faulk, Auburn

Round 2 (No. 60): LB Anthony Hill, Jr., Texas

Round 5 (No. 142): G Fernando Carmona, Jr., Arkansas

Round 5 (No. 165): RB Nick Singleton, P

Draft Makes The Grade As Bengals Grind Back Into A Contender

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 12:25:35 GMT

Geoff Hobson
In the most expensive offseason of any NFL team, the Bengals roared into this draft and by the time they were done Saturday at dinnertime they had many graders eating out of their hands.
The Sporting News gave them an A. CBS Spots gave them an A-minus. Pro Football Focus went B-plus. SI.com went B, just like ESPN's Who The Hell is Mel Kiper.
In the span of a week, the Bengals showed they

Eric DeCosta Explains Why the Ravens Didn't Draft a Center

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 02:28:52 GMT

Ryan Mink
One of the Ravens' biggest needs entering the draft was at center following the departure of Pro Bowler Tyler Linderbaum in free agency.
By the end of the three days, the Ravens came away with 11 new rookies but zero true centers.
So, why didn't the Ravens draft a center? General Manager Eric DeCosta answered that following the draft, saying it was "unfortunate," while expressing his confide

Meet the Team: 2026 New Orleans Saints Draft Picks

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:30:03 GMT

The New Orleans Saints drafted eight players in the 2026 NFL draft
New Orleans Saints
Here's the full list of players selected by New Orleans in each round of the NFL Draft.
The Saints drafted Arizona State wide receiverJordyn Tyson, University of Georgia defensive tackleChristen Miller, University of Georgia tight endOscar Delp, Auburn guardJeremiah Wright, North Dakota State wide receiverBryce Lan

Your 2026 Houston Texans Draft Class

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:20:52 GMT

The Houston Texans made eight selections in the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.
Hear from Head Coach DeMeco Ryans and Executive VP & GM Nick Caserio on the last day of Draft:
**Round 1, Pick 26: G Keylan Rutledge, Georgia Tech**
The Texans traded up two spots with the Buffalo Bills to open the draft, and Caserio made clear the decision wasn't complicated.
Every scout in the building had grad

Why Colts exclusively picked Big Ten, SEC players in 2026 NFL Draft

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:03:46 GMT

General manager Chris Ballard only selected players from the Big Ten and SEC in the 2026 Draft
Abby Halpin
The Colts went eight-for-eight in the 2026 NFL Draft with selections from the two best conferences in college football.
General manager Chris Ballard selected players from Georgia (LB CJ Allen), LSU (S AJ Haulcy), Kentucky (G Jalen Farmer and RB Seth McGowan), Oregon (LB Bryce Boettcher), Flori

New Orleans Saints add offensive weapons, speed in NFL Draft

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:02:06 GMT

"I think it was a little something for everyone offense, defense and special teams"
John DeShazier
The New Orleans Saints believe they got what they sought from the 2026 NFL Draft, which concluded with rounds 4 through 7 on Saturday.
Three receivers, a tight end, a defensive tackle, an offensive guard, two defensive backs and an edge rusher (acquired via trade) capped the weekend as New Orleans, per

Jets Visit Familiar April Themes with Vigor During the 2026 NFL Draft

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:00:00 GMT

GM Darren Mougey & HC Aaron Glenn Add College Production, Speed & Winning to the Roster with Their 8 Picks
Randy Lange
The Jets made eight the hard way. That's as in eight draft picks, only two with the Jets' original draft positions, the octet assembled with 28 players or picks either coming or going as general manager Darren Mougey and head coach Aaron Glenn orchestrated their second draft toget