
Miami, LSU gain early ground in CBS Sports playoff projections
Miami is projected to win the ACC, while LSU enters the forecast as the No. 9 College Football Playoff seed after emphatic Week 1 victories.
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Miami is projected to win the ACC, while LSU enters the forecast as the No. 9 College Football Playoff seed after emphatic Week 1 victories.

ESPN reports the New England cornerback has agreed terms on a four-year extension, though formal signing details have not been confirmed.

The defender says limited opportunities at Burnley drove his deadline-day move as he targets his first Wrexham start.

Cardiff have three points from five matches and face Stoke with several players unavailable through injury.

Nick Bosa is expected to play in the 49ers’ meeting with the Rams, while Aaron Donald’s travel and availability remain unresolved.

San Francisco built a 3-0 lead before St Louis mounted a late comeback, but the Cardinals fell short in extra innings.

Sunderland defeated Bristol City 4-0, while Watford and Burnley shared a goalless draw and Southampton beat Durham 3-1.

A heavily rebuilt Manchester City side begins its European campaign at Porto with coach Enzo Maresca managing an unusually deep midfield group.

Atlanta and Philadelphia won two games each in Philadelphia, with Ronald Acuña Jr. producing seven hits and two home runs.

Diario Sport says Barcelona has urged its coach not to discuss Jose Mourinho or Real Madrid as the managers prepare to meet in LaLiga.

The Seminoles’ recent decline has intensified scrutiny of Mike Norvell, but reported contract obligations could make a coaching change one of the university’s most expensive decisions.

No. 19 SMU enters its ACC opener as a narrow favourite against Florida State in Tallahassee, with both teams facing an early test of their conference ambitions.

Houston coach DeMeco Ryans says Buffalo’s changed coaching structure makes the season opener a fresh challenge, while Nico Collins backs C.J. Stroud to improve in 2026.

Kyler Murray, Andrew Van Ginkel and Blake Cashman join five returning captains as Minnesota finalises its leadership group.

The game began at 9.15 p.m. ET at Doak Campbell Stadium with restricted lighting and several unavailable match-management systems.

The Yankees have activated Judge after a three-month absence, but his workload and immediate form remain uncertain as New York fights to stay in the American League East race.

The 35-year-old defensive tackle says his body has responded better than expected, but the Rams are preparing for him to play, sit out or take a limited role against the 49ers.

The ACC Week 1 matchup began more than an hour late in reduced lighting, with officials managing time on the field after several stadium systems went offline.

Shohei Ohtani is back as the Dodgers’ designated hitter, but manager Dave Roberts says there is no timetable for his return to throwing.

The Yankees captain has been cleared to return after three months out with a stress fracture of his first right rib.

A 105-64 win over Czechia secured a 3-0 group-stage record, but CBS Sports’ player assessments identified uneven contributions ahead of the quarter-finals.

Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel were identified in ESPN research as having some of the lowest qualifying QBR figures across consecutive seasons.

Pittsburgh will move away from season-long captains, with weekly selections to be communicated by Burt Lauten.

The three-time American League MVP is scheduled to return against the Colorado Rockies after being activated without a rehabilitation assignment.

The Atlantic Coast Conference opener is set to begin at 9.15 p.m. ET with limited power, no scoreboard and some coach-player communications offline.

The advertised deal requires new users to enter code FOXSPORTS, play $5 and meet additional terms, with the promotion linked to Week 1 fixtures including a Melbourne game.

The New York Giants have released wide receiver Darius Slayton after seven seasons, ending the tenure of the club’s longest-serving player before the team’s opener against the Dallas Cowboys.

Tennessee Titans linebacker Cedric Gray has entered concussion protocol after suffering a concussion and minor injuries while driving a utility terrain vehicle over the holiday weekend.

Fox Sports is advertising Polymarket’s “FOX” promotional code and a $50 bonus, while noting that eligibility and other terms apply.

The promotion covers markets linked to college football, NFL Week 1, MLB and Champions League football, but its full eligibility terms are not provided.

Jesus Luzardo’s career-first complete-game shutout has sharpened Philadelphia’s playoff rotation questions.

Raymond Muratalla has vacated the IBF lightweight championship, leaving former amateur rivals Cruz and Subkhankulov in line to contest the belt.

The wide receiver leaves New York as a free agent after seven seasons, with ESPN reporting the move creates just over $3 million in salary-cap space.

CBS Sports reports that eligible new DraftKings users can receive $200 in bonus bets after placing a first wager of at least $5.

The free joint practice at Cowgirl Stadium will begin at 6pm on Thursday, with seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Yahoo Sports reports that the listed 2026 Monday Night Football schedule begins next week with Denver visiting Kansas City.

Manchester City and Newcastle United are also reportedly interested in the Dortmund midfielder, according to Sky Sports’ Paper Talk.

No. 19 SMU visits Florida State in the ACC opener, with Mike Norvell under pressure after a difficult run for the Seminoles.

Shohei Ohtani has returned against the Cincinnati Reds after sitting out with left biceps, right knee and neck issues, but appears unlikely to pitch again for the Dodgers this season.

The 16-year-old is reported to have completed formal steps ahead of a proposed move to Old Trafford, although neither club has confirmed the transfer.

Carolina running back Jonathon Brooks worked with trainers but remains unconfirmed for Sunday’s season opener against Chicago.

No. 19 SMU is listed as a 2.5-point favourite against Florida State, with SportsLine’s model projecting a lower-scoring game.

Gujarat Titans coach Ashish Nehra says Shubman Gill and Hardik Pandya have contrasting leadership styles, with Gill still developing as captain.

The Brazilian forward says he loves Barcelona’s style of play after entering from the bench under manager Hansi Flick.