Новости за 31.07.2018

Though Allen Iverson would make it clear rather quickly that “we’re talking about practice,” Seahawks rookie linebacker Shaquem Griffin intercepted starting quarterback Russell Wilson on a pass at the goal line on Monday. The one-handed standout from UCF jumped in front of a quick spot route (no, it wasn’t a slant) to tight end Nick [more]

It was time.

"Those conversations are ongoing," said the Major League Soccer commissioner.

There’s plenty of uncertainty regarding the new helmet rules. For Washington safety D.J. Swearinger, one thing definitely is certain: Head injuries will be traded for leg injuries. “They want us to, I guess, hit with our shoulder,” Swearinger said, via ESPN.com. “I guess not hit a guy when he ducks. So I guess we just [more]

"We just got guys that love to play basketball." —LeBron on the Lakers' roster

The next level is within reach for these five Americans abroad, whether a step to stardom or a move toward a new permanent home.

Parker Kligerman: ‘You’ve got to think someone in this sport is going to take notice of (Ross Chastain) and say, I can find value in what he’s doing.’

Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins called Jerry Jones a “bully.” 49ers cornerback Richard Sherman was not as kind. “The owner of the Dallas Cowboys, with the old plantation mentality,” Sherman told Jarrett Bell of USA Today. “What did you expect?” Jones declared last week that the Cowboys would require their players to stand for the national [more]

On Monday’s PFT Live, former Jon Gruden pupil Chris Simms predicted that Gruden eventually will snap regarding the Khalil Mack holdout, insisting that the Raiders do whatever it takes to sign their best defensive player to a long-term deal, ending his holdout. While that may eventually happen, Gruden went in a different direction on Monday. [more]

It appears Vadal Alexander has played his last down with the Raiders. Jon Gruden said Monday the Raiders will “move on” from offensive linemen Vadal Alexander in the next few days. Oakland placed Alexander on the reserve/did not report list last week. Scott Bair of NBC Sports Bay Area said Gruden wouldn’t give a reason [more]

Josh Jones is ready to fill in for Kentrell Brice for however long the strong safety is out. But Jones is rooting for his teammate’s return. “Oh, man. That was bad, man,” Jones said, via Rob Demovsky of ESPN. “You hate to see that, especially as a player. That’s your brother. You don’t like to [more]

"I went there twice, which is big, but with not winning it can only be an experience," said the Liverpool manager.

Alex Bowman doubled his lead over the playoff cutline with a third-place finish in the Gander Outdoors 400, daring the competition to match it.

Patriots quarterback Tom Brady turns 41 on Friday. And his head coach joked on Monday about possible buying Brady something to commemorate the milestone. “After 19 years, is your relationship with Tom Brady to the point where you’ll get him a birthday gift this Friday?” Belichick was asked by reporters. “I still have a couple [more]

With a long-term injury befalling Florian Lejeune, Rafa Benitez and Newcastle may look to add to its Midlands shopping list.

In the offseason, the Dolphins signed receiver Albert Wilson to a three-year, $24 million deal. The $8 million annual average matches the rate paid to receiver Kenny Stills. And while the Dolphins know Stills’ role in the offense, they don’t quite know yet what Wilson will be doing. “We’ve really been working on developing the [more]

The Browns announced the signing of offensive lineman Kevin Bowen. To make room on the roster, the team waived offensive lineman Victor Salako. Bowen is in his third NFL season out of East Central. He originally signed with Washington as an undrafted free agent in 2016. Bowen missed each of the previous two seasons with [more]

Raiders coach Jon Gruden has said repeatedly that he wants to get a contract done that will end Khalil Mack‘s holdout and bring the star pass rusher to camp, but Gruden also noted that even with Mack, Oakland’s defense will have plenty of work to do. Gruden said on NFL Network that the Raiders’ defense [more]

Is the Manchester United boss really the best bet to get canned before any of his peers?

The Rangers avoided arbitration with another restricted free agent, but how long before he is traded?

No matter how many times he’s asked or how well Baker Mayfield performs, Browns coach Hue Jackson insists he won’t change his mind. Barring injury, Tyrod Taylor will begin the season as the team’s starting quarterback. It is not an open competition despite the No. 1 overall pick “exceeding expectations.” “No, I do not have [more]

Toronto is looking for a little more depth at the five.

Last week in Knoxville, two former University of Tennessee football players were acquitted of rape in an incident that happened nearly four years ago. Longtime NFL defensive end Robert Ayers, a free agent who most recently played for the Buccaneers and who played at Tennessee before the two accused players, had some harsh words for [more]

Quarterback Sam Darnold got on the field shortly after signing his contract on Monday and his teammates marked the first-rounder’s long-awaited start to training camp with a slow clap. Coach Todd Bowles said after practice was over that anyone who signs a big contract after missing part of camp is “going to catch ribbing from [more]

The Titans revealed Monday they placed receiver Rishard Matthews on the physically unable to perform list to start training camp, Terry McCormick of titaninsider.com reports. He remains unable to practice. “Basically, he’s just not able to practice right now,” Titans coach Mike Vrabel said. Vrabel did not reveal what injury Matthews has. Matthews missed two [more]