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RENTON, WASHINGTON - JULY 25: Jadarian Price #8 of the Seattle Seahawks reacts during practice at Virginia Mason Athletic Center on July 25, 2026 in Renton, Washington. (Photo by Jack Compton/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Seattle Seahawks have been without first-round running back Jadarian Price over the past two days due to a “lower body soreness” issue, which naturally created cause for concern given he’d otherwise practiced all camp. Seattle has also dealt with the likes of high draft pick running backs Rashaad Penny and Kenneth Walker III missing parts of camp and/or preseason games due to injury as rookies.Head coach Mike Macdonald’s latest update on Price is still not that specific, but at least the timeline should calm any worried fans down.“We are going with a lower body soreness,” Macdonald said after Saturday’s Football Fest at Lumen Field. “Somewhere between the upper leg and lower body soreness. I’m not making light of it. It’s a minor issue right now. It’s a matter of days, so he will be back soon.”The Seahawks, meanwhile, signed running back Justin Jones presumably to just take some carries in upcoming practices while Price looks to return soon.The former Notre Dame back was on the sidelines at Football Fest after not being at Friday’s practice at all. With Price out, the bulk of the work at practice has gone to the trio of Emanuel Wilson, George Holani, and Velus Jones Jr. With Jacardia Wright also out injured, T.J. Harden has also taken some reps at the position.Seattle has an off-day on Monday before resuming practice on Tuesday for their preseason opener against the Dallas Cowboys.

Heat linked to $342M elite shooter, three-time All-Star to pair with Giannis Antetokounmpo originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.Bradley Beal has been a well-liked veteran throughout his career, and he could have had an even more successful NBA career if he had not dealt with injuries as frequently as he has. Throughout his career, he has played alongside stars such as Russell Westbrook, Kevin Durant, and Devin Booker.The 14-year veteran had the opportunity to return to the Los Angeles Clippers for the upcoming season. However, Beal declined his player option and will now become an unrestricted free agent.“LA Clippers guard Bradley Beal has declined his $5.6 million player option for next season and will become an unrestricted free agent. Beal signed with the Clippers last summer but the guard played in only six games after suffering a fracture in his left hip that required season-ending surgery. Beal averaged career lows of 8.2 points and 20.2 minutes per game while shooting 36.8% from 3,” ESPN’s Ohm Youngmisuk wrote.One team that Beal has been in contact with is the Miami Heat.“Among the free agents currently available who the Heat has already shown some level of interest in are veteran guard Bradley Beal and veteran forward DeMar DeRozan," Miami Herald's Anthony Chiang wrote. "The Heat has had discussions with the representatives for both players, according to league sources.”Miami could be an excellent destination for Beal, especially because the Heat are in need of additional shooting. The organization is believed to be a strong fit for Beal and his playing style.“A team such as Miami would seem to be an ideal fit for Beal. After waiting on James and seeing him land in Philadelphia, the Heat are looking at filling their roster with more shooters and scorers, and Beal would be a nice fit,” ESPN wrote.If the Heat were able to land Beal, it would open up the floor significantly for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. Miami has also shown significant interest in Klay Thompson, but Beal could bring more offensive versatility to the roster.Beal has made $342 million in contracts throughout his career. If he can stay healthy, he could be a great addition for the Heat. Adding another veteran presence to the locker room would also be valuable for a team looking to compete at the highest level.If Beal joins an already talented offense, Miami could become a much more difficult matchup for opposing defenses.More NBA news:Lakers predicted to trade Dalton Knecht for $45M sniper, NBA champion in 3-team blockbusterLakers predicted to part ways with $18M former first-round blunder to end disappointing stintCavaliers predicted to sign $349M former MVP, nine-time All-Star over Jonathan KumingaLakers urged not to sign $46M ex-Warriors NBA champion, focus on Klay Thompson, PJ Washington

Who's going to come out on top in the high school football season? Now, it's the fans' turn to voice their choice.The Florida High School Athletic Association kicks off its new season during the week of Aug. 21 across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, leading to the state championships in Miami and The Villages during December. And even though playoff spots won't be determined until the final weeks, anticipation for the district chase is already building.So, the big question: Which team will come out on top of FHSAA District 4-3A? The winner receives automatic qualification for the regional playoffs.Teams listed in the district for the new season are Menendez, Palatka, Westside and Wolfson.Vote for the district winner at the link below. This poll will remain open through 10 a.m. Aug. 21.

Report: Nottingham Forest set to complete move for £34m defenderNottingham Forest closing in on Ousmane Diomande in major defensive moveNottingham Forest are on the verge of completing one of the more eye-catching defensive deals of the summer, with the Athletic reporting that Ousmane Diomande is set to join from Sporting CP for €40million (£34.3m; $46.2m). The agreement is now being finalised and, if the remaining details fall into place, the 22-year-old is expected to travel for a medical before signing a proposed five-year contract at the City Ground.This has been building for some time. Forest were previously described as being in advanced talks and there was wider interest in Diomande from across Europe, which makes this a significant development. In market terms, it reads as a decisive push by a club determined to back Oliver Glasner early in his tenure and put the right profile of player into a squad that already contains quality in key defensive positions.Ousmane Diomande transfer points to clear Forest strategyThere is logic to the move beyond the headline fee. Diomande has made 132 appearances for Sporting since arriving from Midtjylland in January 2023 and has also played 16 times for Ivory Coast. He represented his country at the World Cup this summer, alongside Forest midfielder Ibrahim Sangare, a detail that may help his adaptation in the dressing room.Forest have already moved for Xaver Schlager on a free transfer, while Sangare and Murillo have signed new contracts through to 2029 and 2030 respectively. Seen together, those decisions suggest long-term planning rather than opportunism. Diomande fits that model, young, established, physically impressive and already tested in high-pressure environments.Oliver Glasner back three taking shape at City GroundThe key football point in the report is that Diomande could become the missing piece in Glasner’s preferred system. The analysis describes the deal as “not only a significant statement of intent from Forest, but it could also provide a key piece of Oliver Glasner’s defensive jigsaw.” That feels accurate.Forest already have a strong pairing in Murillo and Nikola Milenkovic, but Glasner’s teams have often relied on a balanced back three, each defender bringing a different strength. Diomande is viewed as someone who can complement what is already there, adding athleticism, presence and composure in possession. As the report puts it, “Diomande would add some of the height and physical presence Glasner believes his squad needs to help them to thrive from set pieces at both ends of the pitch. But he is also confident and capable on the ball.”That profile matters. Milenkovic offers authority and aerial strength. Murillo brings mobility and quality in build-up. Diomande appears to offer a blend that can connect the two, which is why this deal has the feel of a carefully selected tactical addition rather than a simple squad-strengthening exercise.Forest making statement in transfer marketTiming is important too. Forest believed they were close to getting this done during their Portugal training camp, and while the final steps have taken longer than expected, there is a sense that this could become “a pivotal moment in the early stages of Glasner’s tenure.” If completed, it would reinforce the idea that Forest are giving their head coach the platform to implement the structure he wants from the outset.There is also a broader message in signing a player who had interest from multiple European clubs. Forest are showing ambition, and they are doing so in a targeted way. A fee of £34.3m for a 22-year-old defender is substantial, but for the right age profile and the right tactical fit, clubs increasingly view that as the modern market rate.Should the final formalities be completed as expected, Forest will have landed a centre-back with pedigree, upside and clear relevance to Glasner’s plans. On paper, at least, this looks like one of the more coherent Premier League moves of the window.Our ViewAs Forest fans, this is exactly the sort of news that gets the pulse racing. Diomande feels like a proper statement signing, young, powerful, proven at a high level, and coming in with a reputation that suggests Forest have beaten serious competition to get him. When you read that he has had “suitors from across Europe this summer”, it makes the whole thing feel even bigger. This is not a gamble pulled from nowhere, this is a club moving with confidence.The exciting part is how he could fit with Murillo and Milenkovic. You can already picture that back three, strength, pace, aggression and quality on the ball. If Glasner gets the balance right, Forest could become an awkward side for anyone to play against. The line that Diomande is “a key piece of Oliver Glasner’s defensive jigsaw” says plenty, because supporters want to see a clear plan, and this looks like one.There is also a sense of momentum around the club. New contracts for Murillo and Sangare, Schlager arriving, and now a £34.3m move for Diomande, it all suggests Forest are not standing still. From a supporter perspective, that is what you want, ambition with a purpose. If this one gets over the line, the City Ground will believe something exciting is building under Glasner.Source: ATHLETIC

Rangers have made an improved bid for PSV Eindhoven winger Couhaib Driouech, 24. (Sun)Driouech was left out of PSV's squad against Fortuna Sittard but not because a transfer is imminent. (Inside Futbol)Motherwell's Alex Lowry is eager to do justice to sporting the number 11 once worn by Davie Cooper at Fir Park. (Record - subscription required)Former Scotland winger Pat Nevin believes Hibernian are trending in the right direction under head coach David Gray. (Edinburgh Evening News - subscription required)Sabri Guendouz admits Hearts "didn't carry out the plan" set out by head coach Wouter Vrancken in Thursday's 6-1 defeat by Benfica. (Edinburgh Evening News - subscription required)Neil Farrugia's absence from recent Dundee United games was planned as he manages his way back from groin trouble. (Courier - subscription required)Dundee have injury worries over forwards Ash Hay and Joe Westley following Saturday's 2-0 win over Aberdeen. (Courier - subscription required)Barca make second bid for Rodri - Sunday's gossipPSV reject improved Rangers offer for Driouech - gossip

FC Barcelona is reportedly angry with its midfielder Frenkie de Jong, who refuses to undergo surgery while showing no signs of improvement some six weeks after becoming injured.Getty ImagesFC Barcelona is angry with Frenkie de Jong according to SPORT, citing anonymous sources, with the midfielder refusing to undergo surgery while showing no signs of improvement some six weeks after becoming injured.De Jong returned to Catalonia with a foot injury following the Netherlands’ last 32 World Cup exit to Morocco at the World Cup. That defeat came on June 30, and De Jong is still yet to go under the knife or show signs of improvement.In a major blow to Hansi Flick and his squad planning ahead of the new season, De Jong’s absence timeframe has been put at three months in normal circumstances and anything up to six depending on how he handles it. Furthermore, there’s also a feeling that De Jong didn’t give his all at the end of last season because his main priority was the World Cup.February 22nd was the last time he played a full game for the club, which he joined in a high-profile move from Ajax in 2019 as the Champions League’s best midfielder that term.He was then out for nine games, losing his place to the likes of Marc Bernal and Gavi across the last six matches he came back for for.In the last two of the 2025/2026 campaign, De Jong played no part at all prior to linking up with Ronald Koeman’s Netherlands outfit.On the eve of another season, Barça wants Frenkie to make a decision. Surgery is the club’s preferred method of treatment, but Frenkie opts for something more conservative that would reportedly keep him out of action for four months.This could be Frenkie de Jong’s last season at FC BarcelonaThat four month timeframe could have its benefits. If Barça manages to land Rodri, it can restructure the wage bill and fall on the right side of Financial Fair Play limits.In normal circumstances, were he not injured, De Jong might already be placed on the transfer market just like midfielders such as Marc Casado and Tommy Marques, who have their exits described as “imminent”.Rodri’s expected arrival after agreeing terms provides an “overbooking” in midfield, and the Spain captain is direct competition for De Jong.In his injured state, there is no way that De Jong is moved on any time soon despite past links with Premier League giants such as Manchester United. Effectively, though, this could be his last season at FC Barcelona if Rodri becomes the starting pivot charged with acting as a mentor to Marc Bernal.This article was originally published on Forbes.com

Jayden Bogle: Getting back in our home was importantAfter putting in his usual marauding display down the right-hand-side and being part of a defensive unit that kept a clean sheet over 120 minutes against RB Leipzig, Jayden Bogle gave his post-match thoughts to LUTV.The 26-year-old has been a regular in pre-season and enjoyed his time on the pitch during the tour of the US, but he admitted it was a great feeling to return to West Yorkshire for this one and to get another win. “Yeah, it was good,” Jayden explained. “It was enjoyable and nice to be back as well. Overall, it was a good game in both sixties. Even though it is still pre-season, getting back in our home was important. We had a good few games away as well but, yeah, everyone was buzzing to be back.“It was nice [playing and training in the USA], a bit different to what we have done previously. But again, I think as it got towards the end, everyone was excited to get back home and get back for this game as well.”The Whites have had to face teams showing different styles of play during the summer so far and Bogle sees that as a positive, after coming up against an aggressive Bundesliga outfit at Elland Road on Saturday afternoon.“That is what we have been working on as well. We know that in the Premier League, you are going to get teams that are going to counter-press really quick.“You have to be good on the ball but stay as calm as possible to try and take the press out of it. So yeah, I think we showed that really well at times today.”Bogle’s last question to answer in his post-match interview was about the upcoming clash with Manchester United in midweek, where he was asked whether it can really be called a friendly.“No, you can’t,” he laughed. “Even though it is pre-season, it is not going to be a friendly. We will recover now and then prepare for that one next.”

Britain’s Cameron Norrie has been knocked out of the National Bank Open following a 2-6 6-7 (8) defeat against Arthur Fils in Montreal.The French 18th seed looked dominant early, utilising his powerful serve well to wrap up the first set without much hassle.Norrie stepped up a gear in the second, matching Fils’ power to force a tiebreak.Despite creating two set-point opportunities, Norrie was ultimately unable to convert when it mattered and Fils sealed the win in one hour and 43 minutes.Fils will face Spain’s Rafael Jodar in the quarter-finals, after he upset eighth-seed Jiri Lehecka in straight sets.Brandon Nakashima and Luciano Darderi also progressed to the next round with gruelling three-set victories over Arthur Rinderknech and Nuno Borges, respectively.

Lionel Messi missed Inter Miami’s match against Monterrey after the death of his father Jorge amid a flurry of tributes from fans and team-mates.Jorge Messi, who was a hugely influential figure during his son’s early career and also worked as his agent, is reported to have died in Rosario on Friday night after battling long-term illness.Inter Miami held a minute’s silence before kick-off in their 2-1 defeat in the Leagues Cup group stage on Saturday night, while Jorge’s name was displayed on the screens at Nu Stadium.A poignant tribute came from Messi’s fellow Argentina international Rodrigo De Paul, who opened the scoring for Miami in the 32nd minute and took off his shirt to reveal a number 10 Messi jersey underneath.Miami took the lead going into half-time, before Belgian striker Hugo Cuypers equalised.Diego Rossi then struck in the 90th minute to seal the win for Monterrey.Ahead of the match, Inter Miami said in a statement: “Our hearts are with our captain, Leo, and the entire Messi family.”Inter Miami players wore black armbands after Lionel Messi's father passed away (Getty)Messi’s team-mates also wore black armbands in tribute to Jorge.The suspended Luis Suarez shared on Instagram that Messi’s father would be watching over his son “with pride”.The Messi family previously released a statement during the World Cup to say that Jorge Messi had been “under medical monitoring, recovering and evolving favourably within the condition he presents”.Announcing Jorge’s death on Saturday, a Newell’s Old Boys statement read: “Jorge was the support and the person who underpinned with vision, rigour and affection the career of the best player of all time together with his wife, Celia Cuccittini.“His constant accompaniment and leadership behind the scenes were fundamental to support Lionel’s every step, from his beginnings in Malvinas to the maximum glory of world football.“Thank you for teaching him to love these colors.“The board of directors, members, athletes and the entire leproso family embrace with affection Celia, Lionel, Rodrigo, Matias and Maria Sol and all their loved ones and relatives in this difficult time.”

Ronald Araujo purchase option confirmed with Barcelona captain set for Liverpool medical and loanLiverpool will have the option to sign Ronald Araujo permanently for a fee of €55m (£47.1m) during his loan spell from Barcelona.Araujo is travelling to Merseyside today to undergo his medical ahead ofcompleting a season-long loan move to Liverpool.The 27-year-old is set to become the Reds' third signing of the summer, following deals for Jeremy Jacquet and Victor Munoz. Araujo will add defensive depth for Andoni Iraola, following the departure of Ibrahima Konate to Real Madrid.Liverpool are understood to consider Araujo as an option at centre-back and right-back, with the latter another position lacking depth.Conor Bradley remains sidelined with a serious knee injury and no return date has been confirmed for the 23-year-old, while Jeremie Frimpong has struggled to make an impact at Anfield.Araujo arrives at Anfield after a disappointing period at Barcelona, andFabrizio Romano has reported that the Reds are confident that he can rediscover his form amid a new challenge.The Uruguayan international has made 213 appearances for Barcelona, winning three La Liga titles, though took a break from football last season to concentrate on his mental health, following criticism of his performances.The Barcelona captain could make his debut when Liverpool face Como in their final pre-season friendly on August 16th, before the club begin theirPremier League campaign at Newcastle United a week later.

Liverpool Starting XI vs AS Monaco: Confirmed Team News and Predicted LineupVictor Munoz set for Liverpool debut against Monaco at AnfieldLiverpool are expected to give Victor Munoz his first appearance this weekend, with Monaco the opposition and Andoni Iraola edging closer to a side that actually looks like his own.Munoz arrived from Osasuna for £34.5 million before the World Cup, the first signing of the new regime. His integration has been delayed by Spain’s run in North America, even if he did not play a minute after suffering an injury early in the tournament. Rules are rules, he was due a three-week break, and that should have pushed his Liverpool start until after this game.Instead, he cut the holiday short. He reported for training on Wednesday and has made it clear he wants in immediately. “Well, I think I’m ready,” Munoz said. “Obviously if the coach says so after training and asks me to feature in the starting XI, I’ll be there. “I’m keen and I can’t wait to get started. [Against] Monaco, why not?”That is the correct attitude. It also helps that, thanks to his lack of World Cup minutes, he should be relatively fresh. A start is possible. Ninety minutes would be another matter.Photo: IMAGOMunoz debut adds pace to Iraola planThis game matters because Liverpool still need sharpness, shape and some clarity. Iraola got a strong first-half showing against Leeds before things drifted in a 4-2 defeat. There were encouraging signs, particularly in midfield, where Trey Nyoni did enough to deserve another chance ahead of Ryan Gravenberch.The likely setup has Nyoni alongside Dominik Szoboszlai, with Florian Wirtz operating as the No 10 behind Alexander Isak. That gives Liverpool mobility, technical quality and a centre-forward who can finish. Munoz, if selected from the start, would add directness from a wide area, something this squad needs.Alisson and Van Dijk return boosts Liverpool XIAlisson Becker only resumed pre-season on Tuesday after his World Cup involvement with Brazil, though he should still get some minutes. Virgil van Dijk and Cody Gakpo are in a similar position and are expected to feature. Gakpo has been linked with Tottenham, but for now that is background noise.At the back, Liverpool may have to improvise. Jeremy Jacquet is still waiting for his debut after a knock picked up on the USA tour. If he misses out, Ifeanyi Ndukwe is on standby to partner Van Dijk. Jeremie Frimpong remains a doubt after coming off against Leeds, although the issue was described as precautionary.Liverpool team news for Monaco friendlyAlexis Mac Allister is not due back until next week following his World Cup break. Hugo Ekitike, Joe Gomez, Giovanni Leoni and Conor Bradley are all out injured. Wataru Endo is also a doubt.Predicted Liverpool XI, Alisson, Frimpong, Ndukwe, Van Dijk, Kerkez, Nyoni, Szoboszlai, Munoz, Wirtz, Ngumoha, Isak.Kick-off is 2.30pm BST on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at Anfield.

If you are one of those people that say “ooh, it’s just another friendly” or worse, “it’s a semi-friendly”, then stop reading now. I bloody love the cups, always have done, so for me this was as competitive as two gladiators fighting dragons (I don’t know who was a gladiator and who was a dragon in the context of this game, but just go with it).I’m actually not in England at the moment but knew this game was on TV, so the night before I scoped out a local bar to tap the owner up into showing the game for me. To be fair, I’d visited this bar two years ago to watch us play Birmingham City in the season opener, so I knew what I was getting.Because the game was on the red button, he made it clear he wouldn’t know if he could show the game until kick-off, or at worst, five minutes after kick-off. To set the scene, the bar has about 18 screens dotted throughout the place and the most random selection of footie shirts you’ve seen pinned to the wall. One of our very own Waitrose classics was displayed very close to the screen I ended up watching.I faced an anxious wait to see if our game would be shown, so I calmly and expertly ordered a local draught beer – a beer I called “a waiting beer”. As he flicked through the games, it became clear I’d have to wait until after kick-off to see our lads do battle.Barnsley, Bradford City, Bristol City… Burnley, Burton Albion, Cardiff City all appeared, but not us (side note: those little dots indicate where we should have been). By now, I was worried. The bar was filling with slicked-back-hair, Asics-wearing West Ham United fans to watch their game against Portsmouth (I mean literally the worst two teams going) on the big screen with the sound, and I was sat there with a local beer, watching the owner cycle through thousands of channels. Just as I’d finished the complimentary BBQ Ruffles, we appeared, like a unicorn in the highlands of Scotland. Show time!In celebration, I ordered another local draught beer and settled down, hoping for a) a win and b) to block out the commentary of the other game (which in itself proved to be a skill). We started well, the kit looking good in the sunshine and the ball being sprayed around well. So good in fact that we actually scored through a comprised strike via the baby-faced assassin Josh Stokes. He really does look about 12 but, if he scores on the regular, I’ll overlook it completely.The camera panned to the dugout and it was a contrast of styles clothing-wise. Here is my review below:Leam Richardson: All black. Brave, given the weather. Not a badge in sight. Wouldn’t look wrong on the sidelines of La Liga.John Coleman: Badged-up. Chunky trainers. Mismatch of colours. Looked like a lost dad at an all-inclusive buffet in Cyprus.Bromley manager Andy Woodman: Competition winner.After the goal, it’s not wrong to say we collapsed. We conceded a goal that would have been a shambles for a Sunday league team, let alone a professional outfit that have access to free bottles of water and Powerade. For me, Joel Pereira is solely to blame for that. Paudie O’Connor had too much on his player with both the striker and the ball, and needed Pereira to come and smash it. He didn’t, got ‘megged and somehow the Bromley fella made it look more difficult to score than miss (seriously, watch it. He looks like a penguin in Piccadilly Circus putting it in the net).At half-time I was 2.5 beers deep, felt awkward asking for a fourth bowl of complimentary Ruffles and needed a wee. I did the wee first, then ran down the stairs (I forgot to say this bar was on the first floor) and into the local supermarket to buy my own bag of Ruffles and ordered another beer.Listening to another game while watching ours was seriously testing my patience. At one point, the commentator was talking about a team targeting one of Hull City’s best players. “Why would Bromley be in for him?” I thought to myself and then realised it was West Ham. A genuine Matrix-style feeling that needed a lot of concentration.The second half was a little better. Kyreece Lisbie was enjoying the fruits of his labour and earned a penalty. Lewis Wing stepped up, hit the post and it ended up going out for a throw-in – something I’d never seen before in my whole life. From about the 70th minute, I felt it was going to pens and it seemed like both teams agreed with me. We huffed and puffed but couldn’t start the fire and, as such, our first competitive game of the season was decided by death-kicks.A perfect set of pens and a save from Pereira saw us into the hat of the second round. Ultimately, we lacked composure in the middle with Wing and Andy Rinomhota. We also didn’t create enough from those spots until Charlie Savage came on, creating four chances in his cameo.Lisbie looked OK. The rest were pretty average and you’d hope for a much-improved performance against Luton Town in the league opener. As I left the bar, I made a mental note of how much Sim owed me from the TTE kitty given that I’d left a pool, a beer machine and my sun lounger to roll down a mountain (hill) in 35-degree heat (yes, I know it’s hot at home but this is different heat) to watch this. I also wondered how I’d feel in February when I’d be walking down Wembley Way to watch our boys in the final of this competition. We can hope, right?Until next time.