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TOPFantasy Basketball Rookie Rankings (2025)
The 2025 NBA Summer League provides early glimpses of the rookie class, prompting fantasy basketball rookie rankings. While Summer League performance isn't a definitive predictor, first impressions are notable, highlighted by Cooper Flagg's 31-point game after a poor start, Tre Johnson's street-ball style offense, and Joan Beringer's shot-blocking. Cooper Flagg (Dallas Mavericks) is ranked highly, though his fantasy ceiling for next season is seen as somewhat capped due to the talented roster around him. Despite this, his versatility on both ends of the court is expected to give him an elite fantasy floor, and he should start immediately. Dylan Harper (San Antonio Spurs) possesses skills like rim attacking, distribution, and defense that suggest he'll be an impactful fantasy player early. However, questions about his exact role (starter or bench leader) within the Spurs' rotation remain unanswered until the season starts. Ace Bailey's (Utah Jazz) opportunity share looks significantly boosted due to Utah trading away John Collins, Jordan Clarkson, Collin Sexton, and Johnny Juzang. Despite early Summer League offensive struggles, a subsequent 18-point game eased concerns, and little stands in his way to be a top fantasy rookie. VJ Edgecombe (Philadelphia 76ers) produced eye-catching highlights in his Summer League debut but then suffered a thumb injury. His fantasy stock faces competition from Tyrese Maxey, Jared McCain, and Quentin Grimes, but his athleticism and defense provide a solid fantasy floor foundation. Tre Johnson (Washington Wizards) is showcasing his scoring ability, his primary skill from college. While Washington's crowded backcourt (CJ McCollum, Khris Middleton, Marcus Smart) is a concern for his fantasy outlook, it's expected coach Brian Keefe won't relegate the talented Johnson to the bench all season. The New Orleans Pelicans experimented with playing Derik Queen next to Yves Missi in Summer League, indicating the starting center spot is open. Playing both next to Zion Williamson is considered problematic. If Queen wins the job, his offensive talent is seen as a major fantasy asset. Khaman Maluach's rookie season might resemble Yves Missi's previous year. However, Maluach's poor three-point shooting in Summer League (1-for-6 in his debut) contrasts with Missi attempting only one three his entire rookie season, raising a point of attention for his fantasy profile.
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TOPNBA Summer League Fantasy Takeaways: Who cooked, who's draftable and who holds dynasty intrigue
The 2025 NBA Summer League opening weekend highlighted several standout players worth attention across fantasy formats. Cooper Flagg demonstrated NBA readiness, impressing with his composure and vision while handling point guard duties. His playmaking enhances his fantasy versatility, making him a likely top-5 round pick. Alex Sarr excelled defensively, setting a Vegas Summer League record with 8 blocks in one game and shooting 48% from the field. While raw offensively, his rim protection and mobility suggest top-100 fantasy potential as a projected starter. Keyonte George (Utah) met expectations, averaging 12 points, 5 rebounds, and 8 assists across three games. Though efficiency may vary, he projects as a cheap late-round source of assists. Matas Buzelis displayed increased physicality, averaging 2.5 combined steals and blocks and attempting 20 free throws in two games. This development could significantly boost his scoring profile if it carries into the regular season. Jaylen Wells stepped up for Memphis in Ja Morant's absence, averaging over 20 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 3.0 three-pointers, and 1.5 steals. A starting role with 30+ minutes would make him draftable in deep leagues. Kyle Filipowski dominated, averaging 29.3 points, 7.6 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 3.3 three-pointers over three games, positioning him for All-Summer League honors and MVP contention with a style reminiscent of Lauri Markkanen. Terrence Shannon Jr. unsurprisingly excelled, leveraging his playoff experience to average 22 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists in two appearances before likely concluding his summer league. Rob Dillingham showcased improved playmaking, averaging 7.5 assists per game. Reducing turnovers could solidify his role as a key rotational piece behind Mike Conley in Minnesota. Bilal Coulibaly's fantasy draft stock could rise significantly if the Wizards continue experimenting with him at point guard, making him a player to monitor closely during the offseason.
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Band issues statement after 9 hospitalized, 3 with severe injuries, following tour van crash in McHenry
A traveling band from Mexico has announced that all members are expected to survive following a severe crash in McHenry. Their van struck a tree, resulting in three members sustaining severe injuries and six others being hospitalized. The accident occurred around 7:20 p.m. Saturday at Route 31 and Prime Parkway. Emergency crews, including the McHenry Township Fire Protection District and McHenry Police Department, responded to reports of a crashed transport van with multiple injuries. They arrived within six minutes, finding the van heavily damaged after hitting an electrical pole. Occupants were found injured outside the vehicle; none were trapped. Firefighters began triage and treatment. Damaged, arcing power lines posed a hazard, requiring ComEd response, and a malfunctioning transformer caused a power outage in parts of McHenry. An investigation by McHenry Deputy Police Chief Thomas Walsh determined the cause: the driver of the northbound white Ford E-350 van (towing a trailer) fell asleep at the wheel. This caused the van to veer into the southbound lane and strike a utility pole in front of 1501 South Front Street. Battalion Chief Ryan Mastandrea confirmed 14 adults occupied the van at the time of the crash. Due to the number of injured, a significant emergency response was deployed, including two fire engines, multiple fire chiefs, and seven ambulances. Nine occupants were transported to area hospitals with injuries ranging from minor to severe. Among these nine, three suffered severe injuries; one critically injured victim was airlifted by LifeNet helicopter to Advocate Condell Medical Center, a Level 1 trauma center in Libertyville.
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Carney says US-Canada trade deal likely to include some tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney indicated that Canada might need to accept some tariffs as part of a future trade agreement with the United States. He stated there is little evidence the Trump administration would completely abandon levies in any deal, noting that all of President Trump's past trade negotiations have included tariffs. This comment was made ahead of a cabinet meeting in Ottawa. The context is an ongoing trade war since Trump took office, marked by US tariffs on Canadian goods and Canadian countermeasures. Last week, President Trump announced a new 35% tariff on Canadian goods set to start August 1st, replacing the current 25% rate which includes exemptions. Trump has also imposed global tariffs, including 25% on steel and aluminium and 25% on non-US built cars and trucks, plus a recently announced 50% tariff on copper imports effective next month. Prime Minister Carney did not explicitly state if he would accept tariffs in a deal but reiterated he would only sign an agreement "that's in Canada's best interest." He also warned Canada is prepared to impose further counter-tariffs if no deal is reached with Washington. These US tariffs are particularly damaging to Canada as it sends about three-quarters of its exports to the US, especially in vulnerable sectors like auto manufacturing and metals supply. However, the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (CUSMA) currently exempts much of the cross-border trade between the US, Canada, and Mexico from additional levies. US media reports confirm the agreement remains in effect. Despite Canada's exports to the US declining since April, compliance with CUSMA has increased. Data cited from the US Census Bureau shows approximately 91% of Canadian exports to the US crossed the border duty-free.
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Highlights: Kym seals maiden ATP Tour win in Gstaad 2025 | ATP Tour | Tennis
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How Trump woke me up for surprise interview - and the key takeaways
BBC reporter Gary O'Donoghue received an unexpected phone call from President Donald Trump on Monday evening. O'Donoghue had been hoping for an interview to mark the anniversary of the assassination attempt on Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, believing his previous reporting on that event might secure the rare opportunity. After a false alarm the previous night, he had given up and was asleep when the White House called. Awoken by the call, O'Donoghue was connected to Trump via Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Despite initial technical difficulties where the line dropped, the call resumed, and O'Donoghue spoke with the president for nearly 20 minutes. Their conversation covered the Butler shooting, Trump's frustrations with Vladimir Putin, his views on NATO, and his opinion of the UK. Key takeaways from the conversation included Trump sounding reflective and vulnerable when discussing the assassination attempt. He expressed discomfort talking about it, stating he tries not to dwell on it ("I don't like dwelling on it... I don't want it to have to be that") and prefers "the power of positive thinking, or the power of positive non-thinking." O'Donoghue noted moments of reflection and unusually long pauses before answers, contrasting Trump's typical unfiltered style. When asked if he trusted Putin, after a long pause, Trump replied, "I trust almost nobody to be honest with you."
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I work in HR and am a fan of AI. After interviewing with an AI bot, I think it should stay out of job interviews.
Emily Fenech, a 41-year-old marketing VP at HR tech company AllVoices, explores AI applications for HR. After a LinkedIn post she made about AI tools for HR went viral, commenters repeatedly suggested an AI interview tool, prompting her to test it via a mock interview. She had a negative experience. The interview featured a robotic voice and a static logo instead of an avatar. Fenech found the interface off-putting while answering high-stakes questions. Although initially considering it potentially useful as a screener, the interaction deteriorated. The tool created a hypothetical scenario for an office manager role. Fenech, jokingly claiming 25 years of experience in a field she doesn't work in (she's a marketer), received exaggerated praise like "Wow, that's so impressive." Even when she sarcastically stated her responsibilities included planning birthday parties and ordering toilet paper, the AI responded positively, complimenting her party planning skills. This consistent, unwarranted praise made her feel "gaslit" and indicated the tool would find something positive in any response, lacking critical assessment. Fenech was surprised to learn from LinkedIn comments that companies are already using this technology. She criticized the tool for creating a robotic interaction dynamic, explaining that humans naturally match conversational energy, leading her to give short answers because she didn't want to engage with a non-person. While critical of this specific application, Fenech supports using AI in HR for beneficial tasks like transcribing conversations, tracking performance goals by analyzing emails and meetings, or enabling employees to find policies (e.g., PTO, W2 forms) without HR intervention.
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KRVN 880 – KRVN 93.1 – KAMI - Two injuries in Medicine Creek SRA boating accident
Two individuals were injured in a boating accident at Medicine Creek State Recreation Area on July 13th at 4:30 p.m. while tubing. According to the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, a tube carrying a 45-year-old man from Indianola, his 11-year-old son, and a 13-year-old boy from Danbury collided with a moored boat while being pulled. The 45-year-old man sustained severe injuries to his head, back, and pelvis. He was transported by ambulance to CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney and is reported in stable condition. The 13-year-old boy was also taken to Good Samaritan Hospital for treatment of injuries to both his legs. The 11-year-old son did not sustain injuries requiring medical attention. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission and the Frontier County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the accident, assisted by the Nebraska State Patrol.
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Brain injury of Australian soldier matches that of dead US Navy SEALS
Evidence of blast injury has been discovered within the brain of a deceased Australian veteran. This finding represents an unusual pattern of brain scarring associated with repeated exposure to blast waves. While similar blast injuries have been identified in the brains of deceased US veterans in the past, this marks the first documented instance of such evidence being found in an Australian veteran. In response to this discovery, Australian Army Chief Lieutenant General Simon Stuart stated that the army is collaborating with the United States to further investigate this condition. The report includes a warning that it contains details of a suicide, which may disturb some readers.
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Highlights: Hernandez rallies past Daniel in Los Cabos 2025, earns biggest win of his career
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Video: USD in the News Highlights for June 2025
The University of San Diego announced the release of a new open access book titled "Marine Mammal Acoustics in a Noisy Ocean". The book was co-edited by USD faculty member Dr. Ann Bowles. This volume, published by Springer Nature, focuses on the field of marine mammal acoustics and the challenges posed by ocean noise. The announcement highlights Dr. Bowles' editorial contribution to this scholarly work.
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2025 MLB All-Star Game odds, line, start time, picks, best bets for Tuesday, July 15, matchup from proven expert
The 2025 MLB All-Star Game features the American League aiming for its second consecutive win and 11th victory in the last 12 meetings against the National League. The AL won the 2024 game 5-3, following the NL ending a nine-game losing streak in 2023. Historically, the AL holds a narrow 48-44-2 advantage in the all-time series and has outscored the NL 388-380 across 94 games. The game is scheduled for Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET at Truist Park in Atlanta. Betting odds from DraftKings Sportsbook list the National League as a -112 favorite on the money line, requiring a $112 wager to win $100. The over/under for total runs scored is set at 7. The AL boasts a dominant 22-4-1 record in the All-Star Game since 1997. SportsLine expert Matthew Severance, who holds a 182-110-1 record over his last 293 MLB money line picks (returning over $1,000 for $100 players), is recommending a pick for the game. He is leaning towards betting the Under on the run total and has identified a critical x-factor making one side a strong value pick. His analysis suggests which team to back for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game.
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Betting the Home Run Derby: Cal Raleigh is the favorite, but look out for Oneil Cruz
The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby features seven first-time participants, making it one of the most intriguing contests in recent years. Matt Olson, replacing the injured Ronald Acuna Jr., is the sole player with previous Derby experience and will compete in front of his home fans in Atlanta. Other notable participants include Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh (the current MLB home run leader with 36), James Wood, Junior Caminero, and Oneil Cruz, who hit the hardest home run of the season. The event format has changed, scrapping the bracket system in favor of three rounds: a first round, semifinals, and finals. In the first round, each player has three minutes or 40 pitches (whichever comes first) to hit as many home runs as possible. Players also earn a bonus period lasting until they record three non-home run swings, with an extra out awarded for any home run hit 425 feet or farther during this bonus time. The top four home run totals advance to the semifinals, with ties broken by the longest home run hit. The semifinals and finals give players two minutes or 27 swings, and ties are broken by a 60-second swing-off. Analysis of key participants focuses on their season home run statistics, strengths, weaknesses, and predictions: Cal Raleigh (38 HRs, Long: 440 ft) is the betting favorite. His significant in-game power and calm demeanor are seen as advantages, potentially translating well to the Derby format. However, concerns exist due to the historical lack of a catcher winning the event and potential fatigue from playing nearly every game. He is predicted to reach the semifinals. Oneil Cruz (16 HRs, Long: 463 ft) possesses exceptional power, evidenced by his record 122.9 mph exit velocity home run (hardest-hit ball in the Statcast era) and leading average bat speed. His raw power and bat speed make him a strong contender. The potential drawback is his tendency for a flatter swing in games, which might result in line drives instead of homers in the rapid Derby setting. He is predicted to win the entire event. James Wood (24 HRs, Long: 451 ft) ranks highly in key power metrics (bat speed, exit velocity, barrel rate) and possesses easy power to all fields. He is noted for his Judge-like build and power profile.
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Fantasy Football Rankings, Tiers & Player Notes (2025)
The fantasy football analyst has expanded their annual player rankings from 150 to 200 players for the 2025 season, aiming to provide comprehensive draft preparation. They promise to continuously update these rankings throughout training camp leading up to Week 1. Two specific quarterback analyses are highlighted. J.J. McCarthy (QB - MIN) is strongly endorsed despite limited NFL exposure, based on Minnesota's pass-heavy offensive scheme (8th in neutral passing rate, 3rd in pass rate over expectation in 2024), strong supporting cast, and McCarthy's elite college metrics at Michigan (top 12 in key PFF categories). The analyst expects McCarthy to continue Kevin O'Connell's streak of producing QB1 fantasy quarterbacks, citing Sam Darnold's QB9 finish in 2024 as evidence. Dak Prescott (QB - DAL) is presented as a significant late-round value poised for a QB1 rebound. Key factors include the addition of George Pickens alongside CeeDee Lamb, Dallas's pass-centric approach (8th in neutral passing rate early in 2024), and an expectation of positive touchdown regression after Prescott's TD rate dipped to 3.8% in 2024. The analyst points to Prescott's QB4 finish in 2023 and strong underlying metrics (7th in yards per attempt, 8th in CPOE) as reasons for optimism.
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Fantasy football beginner's guide to salary cap drafts
Ja'Marr Chase is widely recommended as the first overall pick in standard fantasy football drafts due to his exceptional and reliable production. However, managers selecting late in the first round (e.g., 9th or 10th) will miss out on elite players like Chase, Bijan Robinson, or Saquon Barkley, as they have little control over who falls to them in that draft format. The article strongly advocates trying salary cap drafts as a more engaging alternative to standard drafts. Unlike standard drafts where managers passively watch desired players get selected by others, salary cap drafts allow managers to acquire any player they want, including top targets like Chase, Robinson, or Barkley, provided they are willing to spend the necessary budget. Each team starts with a set budget (typically $200 in fake money), nominates players in order, and then bids on them, with the highest bidder winning the player until rosters are filled. This process involves constant strategy and moves quickly. Salary cap drafts require significant strategic planning. Superstar players command high prices, forcing managers to decide their spending limits per player or position. Strategies range from "stars-and-scrubs" (spending heavily on a few stars and filling the roster cheaply) to seeking balanced rosters. Flexibility is crucial, as bidding wars might force managers to abandon initial plans (e.g., for Lamar Jackson) and adapt, potentially securing a cheaper, productive player at one position to free up money elsewhere. Effective budget management is key. Managers are warned against both overspending aggressively early on and being too conservative, holding onto most of their money. Overspending leaves insufficient funds for a complete roster, while underspending can result in leftover money when quality players are gone. Observing bidding patterns helps identify overpriced players and potential bargains, requiring a mix of aggressive spending on targets and patience for value opportunities.
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Fifa Club World Cup criticised by player union Fifpro
Sergio Marchi, president of Fifpro, the global players' union, has issued a scathing statement labeling FIFA's promotion of its Club World Cup as "nothing more than a fiction." He criticized FIFA president Gianni Infantino directly, comparing him to the Roman emperor Nero and accusing the governing body of prioritizing revenue over player welfare. Marchi specifically claimed that FIFA "chose to continue increasing its revenue at the expense of the players' bodies and health," highlighting a lack of dialogue and respect for players. This criticism follows revelations that Fifpro was excluded from a key meeting on player welfare, hosted by Infantino on the eve of the Club World Cup final. The tensions stem from Fifpro's legal complaint filed against FIFA last year, which argued that the expanded Club World Cup schedule abused European competition law by adding excessive fixture pressure. FIFA has denied these allegations, with Infantino countering by calling the tournament "the most successful club competition in the world" and declaring the start of a "golden era of global club football." Marchi elaborated that while the event generated fan enthusiasm and showcased top players, it "hides a dangerous disconnect" from the realities faced by most footballers, such as inequality, precariousness, and inadequate protection. He likened FIFA's approach to Nero's "bread and circuses," suggesting it was superficial entertainment masking deeper issues. FIFA has defended itself by stating that all tournament revenues will be redistributed to clubs and noting support from some players and managers for the revamped format. The event also drew attention for the attendance of US President Donald Trump, who watched the final alongside Infantino.
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Former MLB player convicted of murder in California home invasion
Former Major League Baseball pitcher Daniel Serafini, 51, has been convicted of first-degree murder in the 2021 shooting death of his father-in-law, Robert Gary Spohr, 70. The jury also found him guilty of the attempted murder of Spohr's wife, Wendy Wood, and first-degree burglary. Prosecutors stated Serafini entered the Spohrs' home on June 5, 2021, where security footage captured a hooded figure arriving three hours before the 911 call. Evidence presented at trial indicated Serafini hid inside the house with a .22 caliber gun for those three hours before attacking. Two young children, aged 3 years and 8 months, were present in the home during the shooting. Wendy Wood survived the initial attack but died by suicide in 2023, with her family attributing her death to the trauma of the shooting. The prosecution centered the case on a financially motivated attack, specifically a $1.3 million dispute over a ranch renovation project. Text messages presented as evidence showed Serafini had written "I'm gonna kill them one day" in a message mentioning $21,000. On the day of the shootings, the victims had given $90,000 to Serafini's wife. Serafini, drafted in the first round by the Minnesota Twins in 1992, played for six MLB teams before his career ended in 2007, the same year he received a 50-game suspension for performance-enhancing drug use. A second defendant, Samantha Scott, 33, described as a close friend of Serafini's wife and his lover, pleaded guilty to being an accessory in February 2025. Adrienne Spohr, one of the victims' daughters, called the crime "heinous and calculated," stating her parents had been "incredibly generous" to Serafini and his wife. Serafini remains in custody without bail and faces a potential life sentence at his scheduled sentencing on August 18.
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LYNX VS SKY PREDICTIONS, PICKS & ODDS FOR TODAY’S WNBA GAME
The article predicts Angel Reese will exceed 12.5 rebounds in the Chicago Sky's game against the Minnesota Lynx. Reese leads the WNBA in rebounds per game (12.8) and total rebounds (244), putting her on pace to break the single-season record. She has been instrumental in the Sky's recent competitive streak, averaging 16.1 rebounds over her last seven games, including at least 13 rebounds in six of those contests. Reese has a strong history against the Lynx, grabbing 17 rebounds in their most recent matchup on July 6. She also recorded 19 and 16 rebounds in two games against Minnesota last season. The Lynx defense, allowing 35.1 total rebounds per game over their last seven (tied for 4th most), is susceptible to offensive rebounds (8.7 per game). Reese averages 4.1 offensive rebounds this season and 6.3 per game in her last three matchups against Minnesota, further supporting the prediction of her exceeding the 12.5 rebound line. Despite the Sky's 6-13 overall record, the article notes they have been playing competitively lately, covering the spread in seven consecutive games heading into this matchup, suggesting the home team could keep the game close.
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Penn State Football: Updated Nittany Lions Betting Odds for 2025
Penn State is positioned among the top contenders for the 2026 College Football Playoff title according to major sportsbooks, holding +750 odds at FanDuel. Only Texas (+500), Georgia (+600), and Ohio State (+600) have better national championship odds. Within the Big Ten, FanDuel lists Ohio State (+195) and Penn State (+230) as clear favorites, followed by Oregon (+330) and then Michigan (+1,000). FanDuel also provides several other key odds for Penn State: making the College Football Playoff (-185), going undefeated in the regular season (+450), winning 10 regular-season games (-320), and winning 11 regular-season games (+105). DraftKings lists Penn State as +125 to go over 10.5 regular-season wins and -150 to go under. For individual games, Penn State is a heavy 45.5-point favorite over Nevada in the season opener. They are also a 4.5-point favorite against Oregon for the "White Out" game on Sept. 27. For the Oct. 18 trip to Iowa, Penn State is a 10.5-point favorite. However, they are a 3.5-point underdog (FanDuel) or 4.5-point underdog (DraftKings) to Ohio State for their Nov. 1 matchup in Columbus. Penn State is also a 16.5-point favorite over Indiana on Nov. 8. DraftKings also places Penn State fourth nationally at +750 for the national championship (with Ohio State as the +500 favorite) and lists them as a -300 bet to make the playoffs. This optimism stems from Penn State's strong roster entering the 2025 season under head coach James Franklin. The offense returns experienced players including quarterback Drew Allar, running backs Nicholas Singleton and Kaytron Allen, and five offensive linemen with starting experience. The defense features All-Big Ten and All-America candidates at every level, highlighted by tackle Zane Durant, end Dani Dennis-Sutton, cornerback AJ Harris, and safety Zakee Wheatley. Analyst Urban Meyer highlighted Penn State's high roster retention from last year's 13-3 team, stating fans should "watch out for Penn State" and placing them among the nation's top three rosters alongside Texas and Ohio State.
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DraftKings WNBA Pick6 Fantasy Basketball Picks: Top Plays for Sunday, 7/13/25
Charlie Cummings provides his top DraftKings WNBA Pick6 plays for the four-game slate on Sunday, July 13th. He highlights Pick6 as a unique peer-to-peer fantasy variant where users build a lineup ("Pick Set") of 2+ players, selecting whether each will have more or less than their listed stat projection, to compete for cash prizes. Cummings' first top play is Paige Bueckers (Wings) scoring more than her points projection. He cites her impressive rookie season (averaging 18.1 PPG, All-Star, ROY favorite) and a favorable matchup against a slumping Fever defense that has allowed 80+ points in three straight games. He expects her to take advantage, especially with Indiana readjusting to Caitlin Clark. His second play is Caitlin Clark (Fever) scoring less than her points projection. Despite her All-Star status, Clark has struggled since returning from leg injuries, shooting 9-for-29 and scoring only 22 total points in her last two home games. Cummings doesn't trust her to find her form immediately, even against a weak Dallas defense, viewing her projection as inflated. Cummings' third top play is Aliyah Boston (Fever) exceeding her combined Points/Rebounds/Assists (P/R/A) projection. Boston is having her best season, heading for a third All-Star appearance, and averaging career highs. She's been particularly strong recently (18.4 PPG, 8.6 RPG, 3.2 APG over last 10) and has surpassed 27.5 P/R/A in four of her last five games. He expects her to dominate against the Wings' offense. The summary explains the Pick6 process: users choose players from the same sport and Pick Group (at least two different teams), select "More" or "Less" for each player's stat, finalize their Pick Set, choose an entry fee, and enter contests. Users can track picks in real-time via the "My Picks" tab. Prizes are awarded based on correct picks and credited after contests finalize.
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Miami 2-1 Nashville (13 Jul, 2025) Game Analysis
Lionel Messi scored two goals to lead Inter Miami to a 2-1 home victory over Nashville SC on Saturday night in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, extending his MLS-record scoring streak. His performance was decisive in ending Nashville's club-record 15-game unbeaten streak across all competitions, marking their first loss since April 19. Messi achieved his fifth consecutive MLS match with two or more goals, setting a new league record. This win improved Inter Miami's record to 11-3-5 (38 points) and extended their unbeaten run against Nashville to 4-0-1 in their last five meetings. It also marked Miami's fifth straight MLS win overall and their third consecutive victory since being eliminated from the FIFA Club World Cup on June 29. Messi opened the scoring in the 17th minute with a spectacular free-kick that bypassed Nashville's defensive wall and beat goalkeeper Joe Willis. Nashville equalized in the 49th minute when Hany Mukhtar scored his 10th goal of the season with a header off Andy Najar's cross, assisted by Patrick Yazbek. Messi then secured the win in the 62nd minute by capitalizing on a Willis error, intercepting a poor clearance with his left foot, rounding the goalkeeper, and scoring. With these goals, Messi now has 16 MLS goals this season, tying him for the league lead with Nashville's Sam Surridge. Messi has contributed to 23 goals in MLS matches and scored 22 goals across all competitions this season. Both teams return to action on Wednesday, with Inter Miami visiting Cincinnati and Nashville hosting Columbus.
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San Diego 2-1 Chicago (Jul 12, 2025) Game Analysis
San Diego FC defeated the Chicago Fire 2-1 in an away match on Saturday, extending their road winning streak to four consecutive games. Anders Dreyer scored both goals for the Western Conference leaders in the first half, netting in the 8th minute and again during stoppage time just before halftime. Dreyer's opening goal came after Luca Bombino delivered a precise pass through traffic to the unmarked forward, who calmly finished from close range. His second goal resulted from a well-timed one-touch finish off a cross from Chucky Lozano, marking his 11th league goal of the season. Chicago dominated statistically with an 18-7 shot advantage but struggled to convert opportunities. Key chances included Brian Gutierrez's point-blank attempt saved in the 4th minute, another blocked shot in the 24th, and Hugo Cuypers' missed header in the 37th. The Fire finally scored in the 87th minute when Cuypers converted a corner kick, but couldn't find an equalizer despite late pressure. San Diego goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega, making his first MLS start since 2023, made three crucial saves including a reactionary two-handed stop against Cuypers' point-blank header in the 84th minute. San Diego's defense also blocked seven Chicago shots throughout the match. With the victory, expansion side San Diego improves to 13-6-3 (42 points), while Chicago falls to 8-9-4 (28 points) and a 2-4-4 home record. San Diego has outscored opponents 14-8 during their four-match road winning streak.
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4 Fantasy Football Sleepers to Draft: Tight Ends (2025)
The article promotes fantasy football draft cheat sheets, highlighting expert analysis on draft targets, sleepers, overvalued players, and busts. It specifically details Pat Fitzmaurice’s tight end sleepers for 2025 drafts, featuring four players: Evan Engram (DEN): After an injury-plagued 2024 season (missed 8 games), Engram signed a two-year, $23 million deal with Denver. Head coach Sean Payton plans to utilize him as a versatile "joker" role—previously held by players like Jimmy Graham—emphasizing Engram’s run-after-catch ability. Though duplicating his 2023 career-high stats (114 catches, 963 yards) at age 31 is unlikely, his amplified role makes him a potential value pick. Kyle Pitts (ATL): Despite unmet expectations since his record-setting rookie season (first rookie TE with 1,000+ yards in 60 years), Pitts remains a sleeper at age 24. He recorded 47 catches, 602 yards, and 4 touchdowns in 2024. Factors like adapting to a new offensive coordinator and disappointing QB play (Kirk Cousins) may have hindered him. Optimism exists with increased system familiarity and new QB Michael Penix Jr. Zach Ertz (WAS): The 34-year-old finished as TE8 in half-point PPR scoring last season with 66 catches, 654 yards, and 7 touchdowns. After a slow start (1 TD in first 10 games), he scored 6 TDs in the final 7 regular-season games and added a playoff TD. Re-signing with Washington on a one-year deal, his strong chemistry with QB Jayden Daniels positions him as a sneaky late-round option. Brenton Strange (JAC): With Evan Engram’s departure, Strange ascends to the top of Jacksonville’s TE depth chart. Last season, he posted 40 catches for 411 yards and 2 touchdowns. In 8 games without Engram, he averaged 3.6 receptions and 34.4 yards. At age 24, his expanded role makes him an intriguing sleeper. The article concludes by directing readers to Fitzmaurice’s full cheat sheet and subscription links for further draft preparation.
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Derrick Lewis vs. Tallison Teixeira full fight video highlights
The UFC Nashville main event featured a heavyweight bout between Derrick Lewis and Tallison Teixeira on July 12th at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee. The fight aired live on ESPN and ESPN+. Derrick Lewis secured a dramatic first-round knockout victory over Tallison Teixeira. Early in the round, Teixeira landed a punch that hurt Lewis, causing significant trouble. However, Lewis responded with a powerful counter shot that knocked Teixeira down. Lewis immediately followed up with ground strikes, overwhelming Teixeira and forcing the referee stoppage. Following his knockout win, Lewis performed his legendary celebration. He also made a quick call to the president after his TKO victory.
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'We’re making the playoffs': Ingram ready for statement season with Raptors
Brandon Ingram, now with the Toronto Raptors, is determined to reestablish himself as a top NBA player after injuries and disappointing seasons sidelined him. As a former No. 2 overall draft pick, Los Angeles Laker, and All-Star, he fell off the radar following a high-ankle sprain that limited him to just 18 games last season, none since his trade to the Raptors in February. Ingram, healthy again, aims to showcase his full skill set as the offensive focal point, emphasizing playmaking, movement without the ball, three-point shooting, and competitiveness. His quiet confidence resonates with Raptors fans, who hope he can deliver on his talent, which includes career averages of at least 23 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 5.2 assists over the past six seasons, with a 37.2% three-point shooting rate. However, durability remains a significant risk, as he has averaged only 51 games per season during that span. The Raptors accepted this gamble by trading for him and signing him to a $120 million, three-year contract extension. After months of recovery—which Ingram described as unexpectedly challenging due to severe swelling—he was cleared for full 5-on-5 play in July. He credits the Raptors' training staff for their support and is now optimistic about the team's playoff chances, despite low external expectations, such as an over-under win total of 32.5 for the upcoming season. Ingram confidently predicts a playoff berth, highlighting the team's hard-playing defensive identity and his intention to help build "championship habits" by establishing a cohesive offensive identity without disrupting their existing effort.
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The changes NHL should be looking at to fix its broken playoffs
The Wimbledon men's singles final features a highly anticipated matchup between top-seeded Jannik Sinner and second-seeded Carlos Alcaraz, fulfilling a dream scenario predicted since the tournament's start. Comparatively, the last Stanley Cup Final between teams with the NHL's two best regular-season records occurred 36 years ago in 1989, when first-seeded Calgary defeated second-seeded Montreal in six games. Since that season, the NHL's top regular-season team has reached the final only 10 times across 36 tournaments, while the second-best team advanced just five times. Furthermore, both top-ranked teams simultaneously reached the conference finals (semifinals) in only six of those 36 tournaments. This rarity is attributed partly to frequent playoff upsets—illustrated by Coco Gauff's early Wimbledon exit—and partly to the NHL's playoff bracket format implemented in 2014.
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FC Dallas transfer Leó Chú to Portugal's FC Alverca
FC Dallas announced on Saturday that they have transferred forward Leó Chú to Portuguese top-flight club FC Alverca. The 25-year-old Brazilian forward spent half a season with Dallas after being acquired in January, as part of a trade that sent Jesús Ferreira to Seattle Sounders FC. Chú made four appearances for Dallas, scoring one goal, and previously joined Seattle in August 2021 from Brazilian club Grêmio, completing four total seasons in MLS. FC Alverca, the receiving club, recently earned promotion to Liga Portugal and is co-owned by Real Madrid and Brazil superstar Vinicius Junior.
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