- Rams name Stetson Bennett as Matthew Stafford’s No. 2, pushing rookie Ty Simpson to third-string QB.
- Cardinals sign WR Michael Wilson to a three-year extension, keeping him in Arizona through 2029.
- Giants RB Cam Skattebo says he briefly considered retirement after a brutal ankle injury — now back and set to play a key role.
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- Proud of a 42-30-2 season last year and eager to improve this year — confident handicapper vibes.
- Bold game calls: expects Miami to roll Stanford (roughly 42–10) and likes Oregon to have the edge over Boise thanks to a dominant D-line.
- Week 1 betting angles lean toward underdog value — backing Cal (+104), Tarleton State (+114) and Florida State (+136) while eyeing a Texas first‑half play.
- A Louisiana judge issued a preliminary injunction allowing LSU to list some former NFL players on its roster just before the SEC roster deadline — timed right before LSU’s season opener vs. Clemson.
- The SEC immediately sued LSU and is threatening heavy penalties (fines, suspensions, loss of voting rights), so the eligibility fight could stay tied up in court.
- Players like Zxavian Harris and Dae’Quan Wright testified they briefly went pro only because of previous rules and have compelling personal stories (some even repaid pro earnings) as they try to return to college play.
- All three hosts pick the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to win the NFC South in 2026 — citing Baker Mayfield’s return, a strengthened offensive line and a retooled defensive front.
- There’s clear skepticism about Panthers QB Bryce Young — two hosts see Carolina near the bottom, though Danny Parkins is more optimistic thanks to rookie WR Tetairoa McMillan and edge addition Jaelan Phillips.
- The Falcons are viewed as a wildcard: Nick Wright calls them a nine-win sleeper behind Bijan Robinson and Michael Penix Jr., but others worry the QB situation and durability undermine their upside.
- The U.S. says it is investigating after an analysis indicated a likely direct hit by a U.S. munition on an Iranian wedding that killed several people.
- Heartbreaking scenes at funerals as families mourn civilian victims, including children, with dozens reported wounded.
- The strikes escalated regional tensions and pushed oil prices higher (Brent topped $96), though major attacks appeared to ease afterward.
- Traded to the Patriots this offseason, Brown arrives with a fresh start after publicly clashing with the Eagles — a natural “can he rebound?” conversation starter.
- Analysts are split: some cite age and a recent statistical slide to argue he’s past his peak, while others think he can still be a top-10 receiver.
- The big question for 2026: was last year’s dip about chemistry with Jalen Hurts (and scheme) or a true, lasting decline?
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