From Aaron Rodgers to first-round rookies, quarterbacks once again seized the spotlight as teams made their final tune-ups before the regular season.
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Houston Texans announce rookie C.J. Stroud will be starting QB
C.J. Stroud, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft, was named the Texans’ starting quarterback by coach DeMeco Ryans on Sunday night.
Phoenix Mercury’s postseason streak ends at 10 seasons
The Phoenix Mercury were one possession away from keeping its season alive, but the Dallas Wings outlasted them for a 77-74 win.
How Simone Biles captured her record eighth national title at US gymnastics championships
Simone Biles became the only gymnast to win eight all-around titles at the U.S. gymnastics championships.
El Segundo, California wins Little League World Series championship on walk-off home run
It was a storybook ending for the kids of El Segundo, California, as they captured the championship in Williamsport in walk-off fashion.
Final round of 2023 Tour Championship set to resume after play suspended due to weather
With Viktor Hovland holding a six-shot advantage and on hole No. 2, officials pulled the golfers off East Lake Golf Club due to weather concerns.
Lionel Messi will miss ‘at least’ three games this season with Inter Miami, coach says
Lionel Messi has been a star in his short time in MLS, but he won’t play in every game for Inter Miami this season, coach Tata Martino said.
Former Olympian Alexandra Paul killed in car crash at 31, Skate Canada says
Former Canadian Olympic figure skater Alexandra Paul died in a collision involving seven vehicles in Ontario, according to Skate Canada. She was 31.
Nightengale’s Notebook: Cody Bellinger’s revival with Cubs has ex-MVP primed for big payday
Dumped unceremoniously by the Dodgers after struggling for a few years, 2019 NL MVP Cody Bellinger has the Cubs in the thick of the NL playoff race.
Angels’ Chase Silseth taken to hospital after being hit in head by teammate’s errant throw
Angels pitcher Chase Silseth was taken to the hospital after he was struck in the head by a teammate’s throw during the game against the Mets.