- The Seahawks waived RB Anthony Hankerson after a brief preseason cameo (5 carries for 10 yards, 2 catches for 9).
- He’s among 16 players a Louisiana judge cleared to seek a fifth college season; once he clears waivers he could enter the transfer portal to return to school.
- Hankerson was an undrafted rookie from Oregon State who ran for 1,086 yards and 9 TDs last season — a strong college resume that fuels the "NFL vs. college" talking point.
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- A judge cleared RJ Luis Jr. to start practicing and potentially play for LSU this season after granting a preliminary injunction against the NCAA.
- Luis had short stints with the Utah Jazz and Boston Celtics but never played in an NBA or G League game — a key point in his eligibility fight.
- His attorneys called the ruling “precedent,” arguing U.S. players deserve the same NCAA exceptions given to overseas pros; the broader legal battle continues.
- A Louisiana court ruling could let former NFL players — notably Dae’Quan Wright if he clears waivers — regain college eligibility and potentially join LSU, a rare NFL-to-college move.
- LSU coach Lane Kiffin says he’s recruiting those players, signaling schools may sign them, while the transfer portal was briefly reopened for the plaintiffs.
- The SEC and many coaches strongly oppose pros returning to college, calling the situation chaotic and unfair and urging legislative action.
- Former NFL undrafted rookie Dae’Quan Wright — waived by the Browns — could join LSU, which would make him the first known player to return to college after playing in the NFL.
- A Louisiana judge’s ruling granted certain players an unexpected fifth year of eligibility and briefly reopened the transfer portal, prompting colleges to recruit recently pro players.
- The SEC is strongly opposed and wants Congress to act, while coaches are split—Lane Kiffin is recruiting these players and others call the situation chaotic.
- Browns name Deshaun Watson the Week 1 starter over Shedeur Sanders after a close camp battle — Monken said Watson gives the best chance to move the ball, though Sanders’ future is still bright.
- Texans trade for Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte (for safety Jaylen Reed + a 2028 seventh) to bolster depth after a season-ending injury to Jayden Higgins.
- Giants’ Malik Nabers is trending toward being ready for Week 1 after knee rehab — a big boost for young QB Jaxson Dart and New York’s offense.
- Phillies on a nine-game winning streak, powered by slugger Kyle Schwarber’s MLB-leading 39 home runs.
- Headline pitching duel tonight: Zack Wheeler vs. Logan Gilbert — both are 10-game winners.
- Other conversation starters: Reds’ ace Chase Burns is 14-2 with a 2.51 ERA, plus Cubs vs. Diamondbacks on the slate.
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