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Transfer business, trades and reporting from across the leagues. Every item links back to the publisher that filed it, and is marked confirmed or rumour before you click.
Raiders rookie QB Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 pick in April's NFL draft, "will get plenty of reps" in Thursday's preseason opener against the Cardinals, coach Klint Kubiak said.
ESPN· Las Vegas Raiders, Arizona Cardinals
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Raiders coach Klint Kubiak said rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza, April's No. 1 draft pick, will get plenty of reps in Thursday's preseason opener against Arizona.
Golden State's franchise-altering 2027 offseason is just one of the storylines our resident GM is watching closely.
ESPN· Golden State Warriors
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ESPN's front-office analyst poses 10 questions about the 2027 offseason, including a potentially franchise-altering summer for Golden State.
Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers was transported by ambulance to a hospital after collapsing during a joint practice Tuesday with the Buccaneers.
ESPN· New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
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Jets cornerback Qwan'tez Stiggers collapsed during Tuesday's joint practice with the Buccaneers and was taken to a hospital by ambulance.
Free agent forward Ben Simmons is expected to be a full participant with "zero restrictions" at a player-led private minicamp for the Australian men's basketball team in Melbourne, a source told ESPN Andscape.
ESPN
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Free agent forward Ben Simmons is expected to participate fully with zero restrictions at Australia's player-led private minicamp in Melbourne, a source told ESPN Andscape.
Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice says his 30-day jail sentence earlier this year was a "learning experience and a reality check."
ESPN· Kansas City Chiefs
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Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice described the 30-day jail sentence he served earlier this year as a learning experience and a reality check.
Jordan Love is expected to play in the Packers' first preseason game Thursday but said he will still be playing it safe after the thumb injury he sustained before last season.
ESPN· Green Bay Packers
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Jordan Love is expected to feature in the Packers' first preseason game Thursday, though he said he will play it safe following his thumb injury.
Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori (ankle) passed his physical, the team announced Tuesday, clearing the way for his return off the physically unable to perform list.
ESPN· Seattle Seahawks
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Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori has passed his physical after an ankle issue, clearing his return from the physically unable to perform list, the team announced Tuesday.
Barcelona forward Roony Bardghji has torn his ACL, the Spanish champions confirmed Tuesday, scuppering plans for him to be transferred this summer.
ESPN· Barcelona
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Barcelona have confirmed forward Roony Bardghji tore his ACL, derailing plans to transfer him this summer.
Lisandro Martínez has joined up with Manchester United's preseason training camp in the Republic of Ireland as the last of the players afforded an extended break following the World Cup.
ESPN· Manchester United
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Lisandro Martínez has joined Manchester United's preseason training camp in the Republic of Ireland, the last player back after an extended post-World Cup break.
Barcelona remain optimistic of completing the signing of Manchester City midfielder Rodri, while they also plan to offer Marc Bernal an improved contract, a source told ESPN.
ESPN· Barcelona, Manchester City
Alec Pierce remains sidelined after offseason surgery on his left ankle, and the Colts still are not placing a firm timeline on the WR's return.
ESPN· Indianapolis Colts
Saints coach Kellen Moore says defensive end Cameron Jordan "could possibly" miss the start of the regular season with a hamstring injury.
ESPN· New Orleans Saints
In some ways, the perennial title contenders are starting from scratch on one side of the ball.
ESPN· Philadelphia Eagles
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The Eagles have embraced a new offensive system, essentially starting from scratch on that side of the ball despite being perennial title contenders.
What will Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs do for an encore?
ESPN· San Antonio Spurs
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ESPN previews how much the Spurs have improved, asking what Victor Wembanyama and his teammates will do for an encore.
Hafley promised a heavy workload for De'Von Achane, saying that the Dolphins' star RB could have games in which he touches the ball more than 40 times.
ESPN· Miami Dolphins
German 2. Bundesliga club Hannover 96 have signed Marcel Hartel from Major League Soccer team St. Louis CITY SC. St. Louis CITY SC will receive just under €1 million for the star midfielder...
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Hannover 96 have signed midfielder Marcel Hartel from St. Louis CITY SC, who will receive just under €1 million, with Hartel returning to Germany for personal reasons.
Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio expects OLB Jonathan Greenard to miss at least another couple of weeks as he continues to recover from a pectoral injury.
ESPN· Philadelphia Eagles
The Cowboys and star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams have agreed to terms on a three-year, $105.9 million extension to make him one of the highest-paid defensive linemen in the NFL, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
ESPN· Dallas Cowboys
President Donald Trump said in a social media post Monday that ousting FIFA president Gianni Infantino would be a "terrible mistake."
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Alexis Sánchez has joined Major League Soccer club CF Montréal. The legendary Chilean forward, who will turn 38 this December, has signed a deal through the 2027 MLS sprint season...
Transfermarkt· Manchester United, Arsenal
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Alexis Sánchez has signed for MLS club CF Montréal on a deal through the 2027 season, with the Chilean forward turning 38 in December.