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Spirit Airlines seeks lifeline as fuel costs derail recovery plans

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:31:33 GMT

WASHINGTON D.C.: The Trump administration is considering a financial rescue for Spirit Airlines as the low-cost carrier struggles to emerge from bankruptcy amid soaring jet fuel prices and weak investor interest.

Officials are in advanced discussions with the airline over a potential financing package that could include up to US$500 million in government support, according to sources familiar with the matter. In

Light-hitting Reds keep finding ways to win ahead of finale vs. Tigers

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:25:06 GMT

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It's fair to call the Cincinnati Reds the surprise team of the National League a month into the season. After entering the year without an abundance of household names, the Reds are tied for second in the majors with 18 wins.

Cincinnati will search for its 10th win in 12 tries on Sunday afternoon in the series finale against the visiting Detroit Tigers.

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Rays pitcher Griffin Jax backed by powerful lineup against Twins

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:19:02 GMT

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Looking for a way to get right-handed reliever Griffin Jax back on track, Tampa Bay manager Kevin Cash is starting him against the team that traded him last summer, the visiting Minnesota Twins, in their series finale on Sunday.

Jax was one of the American League's top setup relievers when he was obtained on July 31 for starter Taj Bradley. But Jax is off to a s

MLB roundup: Red Sox rout Orioles, fire manager Alex Cora

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:19:18 GMT

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Garrett Crochet pitched six shutout innings and Andruw Monasterio drilled a late-game grand slam as the Boston Red Sox snapped a four-game losing streak in dominant fashion with a 17-1 win over the host Baltimore Orioles Saturday afternoon.

Later on Saturday, the Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora and five others on staff. Chad Tracy, the club's manager at Triple-A

2026 NFL Draft Grades: Raiders, Browns score near perfect

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 06:19:12 GMT

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With the 2026 NFL Draft in the books, we're ready to check the work of all 32 teams.

The good news for the teams who paid the price to pick early in this year's draft is many of them made of the most of the opportunity.

Our analysts break down the work of every team's front office and assign a letter grade with rapid reaction to the draft class of every club.

Rays send Twins to 8th loss in 9 games

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:10:06 GMT

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Jake Fraley hit a two-run homer and Ben Williamson went 3-for-4 with a triple, double and two RBIs to power the Tampa Bay Rays to a 6-1 victory over the slumping Minnesota Twins on Saturday afternoon in St. Petersburg, Fla.

Junior Caminero extended his hitting streak to 10 games with a single and Yandy Diaz scored two runs for Tampa Bay, which extended its winning

Canadiens seek full control of overtime-laden Lightning series in Game 4

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:07:20 GMT

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The Canadiens look to build a commanding lead in their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series when they face the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 4 Sunday night in Montreal.

Lane Hutson's goal at 2:09 of overtime in Game 3 Friday night gave the Canadiens a 3-2 win and a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series. They now look to move within a game of advancing before the

NFL Draft Day 3: Jermod McCoy to Raiders, Jets trade up for Cade Klubnik

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:06:34 GMT

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The third and final day of the 2026 NFL Draft began with a name many thought would go in the first round.Instead, Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy went No. 101 overall to the Las Vegas Raiders, as the opening pick of the fourth round on Saturday in Pittsburgh.The Buffalo Bills owned the No. 101 selection entering the day, while the Raiders sat at No. 102. Las Vegas tr

Rays send Twins to eighth loss in nine games

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 05:05:50 GMT

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Junior Caminero extended his hitting streak to 10 games with a single and Yandy Diaz scored two runs for Tampa Bay, which extended its winning

Kentucky Derby favorite Renegade draws the dreaded rail

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:55:05 GMT

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Early favorite Renegade was picked to start on the rail for the 152nd Kentucky Derby during the official draw on Saturday at Churchill Downs.

Renegade, the Arkansas Derby winner owned by American billionaire Mike Repole, opened at 4-1 as the 20-horse field became official for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 2, in Lou

Jacob Misiorowski, Brewers bid to halt slide in clash vs. Pirates

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 13:40:23 GMT

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The Milwaukee Brewers will turn to hard-throwing Jacob Misiorowski as they look to snap a three-game skid when they host the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday night.

Misiorowski (1-2, 3.04 ERA) will oppose fellow right-hander Mitch Keller (2-1, 2.79).

Paul Skenes and two relievers combined on a one-hitter to pace the Pirates to a 6-0 victory in the series opener Fr

Rays' Shane McClanahan takes next step on comeback trail as Twins await

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:19:04 GMT

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Tampa Bay left-hander Shane McClanahan will continue his comeback from two major arm surgeries on Saturday afternoon when the Rays face the Minnesota Twins in the second game of a three-game series in St. Petersburg, Fla.

McClanahan (1-2, 5.00 ERA), a two-time All-Star, missed over two seasons with injuries. He was 11-2 with a 3.29 ERA in 21 starts in 2023 bef

Noah Schultz aims to channel emotions as White Sox host Nationals

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:40:28 GMT

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Chicago White Sox rookie left-hander Noah Schultz earned his first major league victory last weekend.

As he aims to win successive starts when he faces the visiting Washington Nationals on Saturday afternoon, Schultz is confident he gained perspective, too.

'Calm myself down with nerves and stuff like that, that hopefully are gone,' he said. 'Getting ahead o

MLB roundup: Cubs overtake Dodgers late for 10th straight win

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:40:34 GMT

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Dansby Swanson hit the go-ahead two-run home run in the ninth as the visiting Chicago Cubs rallied for a 6-4 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the opener of a three-game series on Friday.

The Cubs won their 10th straight game as they came back from a 4-0 deficit, scoring all their runs over the final three innings.

Swanson was 2-for-3 with two runs, a tripl

NHL roundup: OT win gives Habs 2-1 edge on Lightning

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 05:40:36 GMT

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Lane Hutson scored 2:09 into overtime and the host Montreal Canadiens took Game 3 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series with the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 on Friday, moving ahead 2-1 in the best-of-seven set.

While Hutson scored the game-winner, it was Montreal's fourth line that lifted the Habs to victory. Kirby Dach and Alexandre Texier both had a goal and a

Jonathan Greenard, dealt from Vikings to Eagles, gets $100M extension

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:55:14 GMT

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Pass rusher Jonathan Greenard, dealt by the Minnesota Vikings to Philadelphia on Friday, agreed to a big-money extension with the Eagles, multiple media outlets reported.

The Eagles received Greenard and a seventh-round pick in this year's draft in exchange for a third-round pick on Friday (No. 98 overall) and a third-rounder in 2027.

Greenard then reported

Lane Hutson notches OT winner to give Habs 2-1 series lead on Lightning

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:40:33 GMT

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While Hutson scored the game-winner and his second goal of the series, it was Montreal's fourth line that lifted the Habs to victory. Kirby Dach and Alex

Junior Caminero, Jonathan Aranda each homer twice as Rays beat Twins

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:19:17 GMT

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Junior Caminero hit a pair of tape-measure home runs and drove in three runs and Jonathan Aranda also homered twice to lead the Tampa Bay Rays to a 6-2 victory over the visiting Minnesota Twins in the opener of a three-game series on Friday night.It was the fifth career multi-homer game for Caminero, who has hit six home runs during a nine-game hitting streak.Drew Rasmuss

RUSSIA-ST. PETERSBURG-MOTORCYCLE EXHIBITION

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:45:29 GMT

(260425) -- ST. PETERSBURG, April 25, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Motorcycles are displayed during the St. Petersburg Motorcycle Exhibition in St. Petersburg, Russia, on April 24, 2026. (Photo by Irina Motina/Xinhua)

Rays acquire RHP Casey Legumina from Mariners

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:05:05 GMT

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The Tampa Bay Rays acquired Casey Legumina from the Seattle Mariners on Friday in exchange for fellow right-hander Ty Cummings.

To make room on the 40-man roster, the Rays transferred right-hander Edwin Uceta (right shoulder impingement) to the 60-day injured list.

Legumina, 28, is 0-1 with a 4.63 ERA in eight relief appearances this season with Seattle. He w

'Museums' To Ukraine Invasion Open In Schools Across Moscow

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:32:52 GMT

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin has touted the creation of 175 "museums" to the invasion of Ukraine inside schools in the Russian capital.

Sobyanin said in a social media post on April 23 that the museums will "help young Muscovites better understand the modern history of their homeland and its heroes."

The stated number of 175 Moscow schools and colleges that now have invasion museums represents some 8 percen

Surging teams collide as Marlins visit Giants

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 14:05:06 GMT

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Two teams that have ridden strong pitching to recent success will meet Friday night when the Miami Marlins open a three-game road series against the San Francisco Giants.

Right-handers Sandy Alcantara (2-2, 3.06 ERA) of the Marlins and Adrian Houser (0-2, 5.40) of the Giants will kick off a series pairing a Miami team that's won three of its past four games and a San

Brewers open division play vs. Paul Skenes, Pirates

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:40:30 GMT

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The Milwaukee Brewers will turn to veteran Brandon Woodruff as they finally face a National League Central opponent when they host the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night in the opener of a three-game series.

Woodruff (2-0, 3.42 ERA) will oppose fellow right-hander Paul Skenes (3-1, 3.27), the reigning National League Cy Young Award winner.

Milwaukee lost 5

Prolific HR hitters face off as White Sox, Nationals open series

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:19:12 GMT

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After winning both series on a six-game road trip, the Chicago White Sox will aim to stop a six-game home losing streak when they face the Washington Nationals on Friday night in the first contest of a three-game set.

Chicago swept the reigning American League champion Toronto Blue Jays in the first week of April but hasn't won at home since, absorbing sweeps from t

Twins starter Taj Bradley gears up to face former Rays teammates

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:40:29 GMT

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Minnesota right-hander Taj Bradley, once regarded as the Tampa Bay Rays' No. 1 prospect, will face his old team for the first time since getting sent to the Twins at last year's trade deadline when the two teams open a three-game series on Friday night in St. Petersburg, Fla.

Bradley (3-0, 1.63 ERA), who went 19-25 with a 4.70 ERA over 69 games (67 starts) wit

Reds, Tigers riding high heading into weekend series

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:40:30 GMT

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Off to their best 25-game start to a season in two decades, the Cincinnati Reds host the Detroit Tigers in an interleague series opener on Friday night.

Coming off a road trip that saw them sweep three games against the Minnesota Twins and take two of three from the Tampa Bay Rays, the Reds have won 16 of their first 25 games for the first time since beginning 17-8

New Rams QB Ty Simpson among biggest NFL draft surprises

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 03:25:09 GMT

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Titans select Ohio State WR Carnell Tate at 4

If you had a bet out on Tate being the first Ohio State player taken, you probably made some money. The Titans had many needs and committed heavily to taking wide receivers in the mid-rounds last year, so the position wasn't really on the radar for Tennessee.

Tate fits extremely well into the wide receiver room, provi

NFL draft sees surprises galore after Raiders' Fernando Mendoza slam dunk

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:40:45 GMT

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Fernando Mendoza's next mission might be his toughest yet: Try to turn Sin City into Win City.

The Las Vegas Raiders tabbed Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft on Thursday. The 22-year-old will be the centerpiece of a franchise rebuild following his meteoric rise at Indiana, where he won the Heisman Trophy and led the program to its first national titl

Canadiens, Lightning head into critical third game of OT-laden series

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:19:09 GMT

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The Montreal Canadiens return home for Game 3 of their best-of-seven series against the Tampa Bay Lightning and have a chance to maintain the home-ice advantage they claimed in the opening game of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal.

Both of the games in Tampa went to overtime, with each team taking one. After the Canadiens won 4-3 on Sunday, the Lightning r

South Carolina lands 5-star recruit Oliviyah Edwards

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:19:12 GMT

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Five-star forward Oliviyah Edwards of Washington committed to South Carolina's 2026 recruiting class on Thursday.

The 6-foot-3 Edwards reopened her recruitment earlier this month after originally signing with Tennessee in November.

The No. 5-ranked prospect by the 247Sports composite joins Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley's No. 2-ranked incoming class.

Louisville, Jeff Brohm reach 8-year, $64.8M extension

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:55:13 GMT

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Louisville football coach Jeff Brohm agreed to an eight-year, $64.8 million contract extension Thursday that runs through the 2033 season.

The University of Louisville Athletic Association Board of Directors approved the deal for Brohm, who will receive an annual base salary that starts at $6.3 million and scales upward eac

As Pirates visit Rangers, it's rookie vs. Cy Young winner on mound

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:55:12 GMT

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Pittsburgh Pirates manager Don Kelly wants rookie starting pitcher Bubba Chandler to be authentic when he takes the mound against the Texas Rangers on Thursday in Arlington, Texas.

'I want Bubba to be Bubba and sometimes that means him showing emotion,' Kelly said. 'I think it's a fine line for him to learn what that is and how he can control that as he goes thr

"That's really incredible, DK": Indian tennis player Dhakshineswar Suresh gets high praise from US Prez Trump

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:31:52 GMT

Washington DC [US], April 23 (ANI): Madurai-born tennis star Dhakshineswar Suresh got high praise from US President Donald Trump during a recent National Champions Day at the White House.

The 26-year-old Suresh was among the 2025 NCAA Collegiate National Championship teams that had gathered at the White House for the event on Wednesday.

'DK Suresh delivered the clinching point to UCLA 4-2 victory over TCU

MLB roundup: Mets eke out win over Twins, end 12-game skid

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:55:11 GMT

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Mark Vientos redeemed himself for an earlier baserunning miscue by delivering the tiebreaking single in the eighth inning, and the host New York Mets snapped a 12-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.

The losing streak was the longest for the Mets since a 12-game skid from Aug. 10-23, 2002. However, the much-needed victory may have

Nick Martinez helps Rays dispatch Reds, his former team

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:55:10 GMT

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Nick Martinez allowed a run on five hits over eight innings and Junior Caminero homered to lead the Tampa Bay Rays to a 6-1 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday afternoon at St. Petersburg, Fla.

Martinez (1-1) walked one and struck out five against his former team. He threw 71 strikes in 95 pitches.

The Rays averted a sweep in the three-game series and wo

Projecting the top 32 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:19:13 GMT

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For the third time in four years, a Heisman Trophy winner is going No. 1 in the NFL draft.

Indiana's Fernando Mendoza, who led the Hoosiers to an undefeated season and national championship, is headed to the Las Vegas Raiders with the top overall pick. Traveling the route last taken by LSU's Joe Burrow with the Heisman-natty-No. 1 pick trifecta, Mendoza is th

Florida coach Todd Golden shoots down NBA rumors

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:19:12 GMT

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Florida coach Todd Golden shot down reports linking him to a potential vacancy with the Golden State Warriors.

'I'm definitely planning on coaching the Gators,' he told reporters Wednesday when asked if he would be back in Gainesville next season.

Multiple reports this week suggested that the Warriors could target Golden if they decide to move on from Steve

US state probes OpenAI over shooting spree

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:24:00 GMT

ChatGPT advised a Florida man on how to perpetrate an attack at a university which left two dead

Florida has launched a criminal probe into OpenAI and ChatGPT over a shooting spree at Florida State University, which the perpetrator planned with the help of the AI chatbot.

The incident occurred in April 2025, when the suspect allegedly killed two and injured six people. He was subsequently i

Reds go against ex-teammate, Rays' Nick Martinez, in pursuit of sweep

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:40:30 GMT

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The Cincinnati Reds have struggled at the plate this season, languishing at or near the bottom of several key offensive statistics.

That changed a bit, though, after their cold bats caught fire over the past 20 innings.

Fresh off posting a season-high run total, the Reds will look to complete an undefeated six-game road trip on Wednesday afternoon when they sq

MLB roundup: Cubs score 7, win 7th straight as Phils' skid hits 7

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:55:13 GMT

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Shota Imanaga tossed seven stellar innings, Seiya Suzuki and Michael Busch each drove in two runs and the streaking Chicago Cubs posted a 7-4 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday.

Imanaga (2-1) allowed just one run on three hits, striking out one and walking one for the Cubs, who won their major-league-leading seventh straight game. Suzuki and N

NHL roundup: Lightning rally, beat Canadiens in OT to even series

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:19:10 GMT

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J.J. Moser scored 12:48 into overtime, giving the host Tampa Bay Lightning a 3-2 comeback victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday and evening their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series at one win each.

Tampa Bay fully controlled the game in the extra period and was rewarded when Moser found the net. He gained the puck off a faceoff win in the o

NHL scores highest TV ratings in 14 seasons

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:05:12 GMT

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A year after NHL viewership shrunk, the league drew its highest average television audiences in 14 years for the just-concluded regular season, Sports Business Journal and Sports Media Watch reported on Tuesday.

In games on ESPN, ABC and TNT/truTV, the NHL posted averages of 546,000 viewers, per the reports. That's a year-on-year increase of at least 23% and a better

J.J. Moser, Lightning bounce back for OT win over Habs

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:19:12 GMT

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Tampa Bay fully controlled the game in the extra period and was rewarded when Moser found the net. He gained the puck off a faceoff win in the o

Elly De La Cruz (2 HRs, 5 RBIs) leads Reds' demolition of Rays

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 02:05:11 GMT

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Elly De La Cruz recorded his sixth career multi-homer game and drove in five runs, fueling the Cincinnati Reds to a 12-6 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday in St. Petersburg, Fla.

De La Cruz launched a two-run blast in the first inning and a solo shot in the ninth to boost his homer total to eight on the season and sixth while batting right-handed. He had fi

Field Level Media's Top 100

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:40:22 GMT

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Field Level Media Top 100 rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft:

1. QB Fernando MendozaIndiana (6-5, 225)

2. RB Jeremiyah Love Notre Dame (6-0, 210)

3. TE Kenyon Sadiq Oregon (6-3, 245)

4. WR Carnell Tate Ohio State (6-3, 195)

5. OT Spencer Fano Utah (6-4, 300)

6. LB Arvell Reese Ohio State (6-4, 243)

7. EDGE David Bailey Texas Tech (6-3,

Lightning coach: Victor Hedman 'doubtful' to play in first round

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 18:55:08 GMT

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Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman is unlikely to suit up for his team in its first-round series against the Montreal Canadiens, head coach Jon Cooper announced Tuesday.

Hedman hasn't played in a game since exiting in the first period of Tampa Bay's 6-2 victory versus the Vancouver Canucks on March 19 due to illness. Six days later, the Lightning announced He

Golf Glance: LPGA begins major season; PGA Tour's lone team event

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:55:14 GMT

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The LPGA tees off its major season with the Chevron Championship, while the PGA Tour plays its only team event of the season and the DP World Tour returns to action in China.

PGA TOUR

THIS WEEK: Zurich Classic of New Orleans, Louisiana, April 23-26

Course: TPC Louisiana (Par 72, 7,425 Yards)

Thomas Haugh, potential NBA lottery pick, returns to Florida

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:05:12 GMT

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Potential NBA lottery pick Thomas Haugh will return to Florida for his senior season, he told ESPN on Tuesday.

Haugh becomes the third starter from the Gators' 2025-26 Southeastern Conference championship team to announce his return for the upcoming season, joining fellow forward Alex Condon and guard Boogie Fland. Starting center Rueben Chinyelu announced Mon

Report: Mike Tomlin joining NBC as pregame analyst

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:40:26 GMT

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Former Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin reportedly has landed a new job.

Tomlin, 54, will join NBC as an NFL pregame show analyst on 'Football Night in America,' The Athletic reported Tuesday morning. The show airs ahead of 'Sunday Night Football.'

He reportedly will take the spot of Pro Football Hall of Fame member Tony Dungy, who announced his depa

Orioles bid to pick up steam in rematch vs. reeling Royals

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:19:13 GMT

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While the Baltimore Orioles momentarily halted their recent struggles, the Kansas City Royals continue to slide.

The visiting Orioles can build on a needed victory by handing the reeling Royals a ninth straight loss when the teams continue their series on Tuesday night.

Baltimore managed just six hits over 12 innings Monday but won 7-5 in the opener of a three

NASA says new space telescope will create 'atlas of the universe'

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:17:11 GMT

NASAunveiled a new telescope on Tuesday to scan vast swathes of the universe for planets outside our solar system and probe the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.

The Roman space telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of planets, possibly offering clarity about how many could be out there.

"Roman will give the Earth a new atlas of the universe," NASA administrator Jared Isaacman told a n

NASA unveils new space telescope to give 'atlas of the universe'

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:17:11 GMT

The Roman space telescope is expected to discover tens of thousands of planets, possibly offering clarity abut how many could be out there.

"Roman will give the Earth a new atlas of the universe," NASA administrator Jared Isaacman told a news conference at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland, where the telescope went on display.

The 12-metre (39-feet), silvery contraption with massive solar panels w

What You Need to Know About Chargers 2026 Undrafted Free Agents

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:04:00 GMT

Here are quick facts about the 18 undrafted free agents the Chargers agreed to terms with on Saturday night

Omar Navarro

The Chargers announced Saturday night that theyagreed to termswith 18 undrafted free agents.

Here's what to know about the new set of rookies:

Noah Avinger, Utah State, S

The defensive back shined in 2025 at Utah State as he led Utah S

2026 NFL Draft: Reviewing what the Packers accomplished

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:36:31 GMT

Different year, but still plenty of promise

Mike Spofford

GREEN BAY In reviewing his 2026 draft, Brian Gutekunst called it a "unique year" in which his choices gave him "some peace."

So let's examine what each of those phrases means.

It certainly was different for the Packers general manager to draft only six players, his smallest class and the smallest in Green Bay in 22 years, since before t

Meet the Team: 2026 New Orleans Saints Draft Picks

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:30:03 GMT

The New Orleans Saints drafted eight players in the 2026 NFL draft

New Orleans Saints

Here's the full list of players selected by New Orleans in each round of the NFL Draft.

The Saints drafted Arizona State wide receiverJordyn Tyson, University of Georgia defensive tackleChristen Miller, University of Georgia tight endOscar Delp, Auburn guardJeremiah Wright, North Dakota State wide receiverBryce Lan

Why Colts exclusively picked Big Ten, SEC players in 2026 NFL Draft

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:03:46 GMT

General manager Chris Ballard only selected players from the Big Ten and SEC in the 2026 Draft

Abby Halpin

The Colts went eight-for-eight in the 2026 NFL Draft with selections from the two best conferences in college football.

General manager Chris Ballard selected players from Georgia (LB CJ Allen), LSU (S AJ Haulcy), Kentucky (G Jalen Farmer and RB Seth McGowan), Oregon (LB Bryce Boettcher), Flori

Trey Smack was powerful under pressure kicking at Florida

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:51:18 GMT

Packers traded back into sixth round to draft Gators kicker

Wes Hodkiewicz

GREEN BAYTrey Smackisn't impervious to pressure.

He feels it each time he lines up for a kick, regardless of whether it's at the University of Florida practice field or inside a raucous 100,000-seat stadium in the Southeastern Conference.

But here's the thing: Smack loves it. Every part of it.

"I like to have fun

Titans 2026 Draft Notes

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:49:00 GMT

TEAM DRAFT NOTES

Mike Borgonziled the Titans draft process in his second year as general manager.
The 2026 Titans draft class consisted of eight members: wide receiverCarnell Tate(Round 1), edgeKeldric Faulk(Round 1), linebackerAnthony Hill Jr.(Round 2), guardFernando Carmona Jr.(Round 5), r

Vikings Agree to Terms with 2026 Undrafted Free Agents

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:27:09 GMT

Vikings PR

EAGAN, Minn.The Vikings on Saturday announced the team has agreed to terms with the following undrafted free agents (listed alphabetically by last name):

Marcus Allen, CB, North Carolina

Da'Veawn Armstead, CB, North Texas

Dillon Bell, WR, Georgia

Jordan Botelho, OLB, Notre Dame

Tyreek Chappell, CB, Texas A&M

Monkell Goodwine, DL, South Carolina

3 things to know about Bills NFL Draft pick P Tommy Doman Jr.

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Alec White

The Bills drafted a punter for the first time since the 2022 draft, selecting Florida's Tommy Doman Jr. at No. 239 overall in the seventh round.

Here are three things to know about him:

1 Michigan Florida

Doman Jr. was the No. 2 punter prospect coming out of Orchard Lake St. Mary's High School in Michigan.

He began his career at Michigan (2023-24) before trans

5 Things to Know About Bucs Day Three Picks

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:02:01 GMT

Get to know the Buccaneers Day Three selections in Rounds Four-Six

Brianna Dix

Round 4

DB Keionte Scott, Miami (Pick 116)

1. A one-year starter at Miami, Keionte Scott primarily played a hybrid nickel role for the Hurricanes in their 4-2-5 system. He split time between outside corner and the slot, playing with the mentality of a linebacker. In 2025, the seco

Raiders select Brandon Cleveland with the No. 229 overall pick

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:02:00 GMT

Levi Edwards

The Raiders selected defensive tackle Brandon Cleveland with the No. 229 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.

The Tampa, Florida native spent four seasons at North Carolina State, where he appeared in 45 games for the Wolfpack. In that span, he recorded 107 total tackles, 16 tackles for loss and six quarterback sacks.

He's cousins with former NFL receiver Tyrie Cleveland, who played three

Steelers select Spears-Jennings in seventh round

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:48:00 GMT

Teresa Varley

The Steelers selected Oklahoma safety Robert Spears-Jennings with the 224th overall pick in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft.

In four seasons he appea

Five Things to Know About New Chiefs DB Jadon Canady

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:42:35 GMT

The Chiefs selected Canady with the No. 109 pick on Saturday

Matt McMullen

The Kansas City Chiefs made another addition to their secondary on Saturday, selecting former Oregon defensive back Jadon Canady with the No. 109 pick.

Here are five things to know about the newest member of the secondary.

1. Canady allowed the fewest receiving yards among all draft eligible cornerbacks last sea

Everything Landon Robinson Said After Being Drafted By The Bengals

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:34:00 GMT

Did you work with Jerry Montgomery at the East-West Shrine Bowl?
"I did. Yes, he was my coach."
The Bengals seemed to be on you from the get-go ...
"They were. It's a hometown team, so it's a blessing to be even considered by them. To be drafted, it's a blessing."
What is it about your style that is unique and would make you a particular fit for the Beng

Steelers select Rubio in sixth round

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:05:00 GMT

Teresa Varley
📄:Sixth Round: Gabriel Rubio| 📺:Graham on Rubio| 📺:Pick Announcement| 📺:Rubio's college highlights
The Steelers selected Notre Dame defensive end Gabriel Rubio with the 210th overall pick in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Rubio played in six games in 2025, starting five, but missed the final six due to injury.
He appeared in 39 career games for the Fighting Irish, starting

Bucs Conclude 2026 Draft with LSU TE Bauer Sharp in Round Six

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

After trading up 10 spots in the sixth round, the Buccaneers made LSU's Bauer Sharp, an ascending tight end with good speed and route-running skills, their seventh and final pick in the draft
Scott Smith
On a weekend dominated by defensive reinforcements, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers finished up their 2026 drafting efforts with the selection of LSU tight end Bauer Sharp in the sixth round. In order to make su

Raiders select WR Malik Benson with the No. 195 overall pick

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:35:27 GMT

Levi Edwards
The Las Vegas Raiders used their No. 195 overall pick acquired from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to select Oregon wide receiver Malik Benson.
The Kansas native played receiver, cornerback and kick returner in high school before committing to Hutchinson Community College. He continued to excel in his home state recording a record 2,152 receiving yards over two seasons, ranking second in school histo

NFL Draft: Cowboys seleccionan tres jugadores en la cuarta ronda

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:51:03 GMT

Somos Cowboys
FRISCO, Texas -Arrancando el Da 3 del NFL Draft 2026, los Dallas Cowboys mantuvieron el impulso y reforzaron su roster con tres selecciones en la cuarta ronda, apostando por profundidad y talento en ambos lados del baln. Con estas incorporaciones, el equipo contina construyendo una clase de draft slida, sumando piezas que pueden competir de inmediato y aportar al futuro de la franqu

Bucs Bolster O-Line with Notre Dame's Billy Scrauth in Round Five

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:45:00 GMT

Only Tampa Bay's second pick on offense in their 2026 draft, Notre Dame guard Billy Schrauth is a road-grading blocker who contributed to a powerful rushing attack in South Bend
Scott Smith
The Notre Dame football team clearly had a robust rushing attack in 2025, with not one but two running backs Jeremiyah Love (no. 3) and Jadarian Price (no. 32) getting drafted in the first round on Thursday night. On S

Raiders select CB Hezekiah Masses with the No. 175 overall pick

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:41:34 GMT

Levi Edwards
The Las Vegas Raiders selected California corner Hezekiah Masses with the No. 175 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The former two-star prospect out of Florida spent his first three seasons at FIU, totaling 74 solo tackles, four interceptions and 12 interceptions in his time there. He transferred to Cal Berkeley for a dominant senior season, leading the nation with 18 passes defended along wi

Jets Trade Up in Round 4, Select Clemson QB Cabe Klubnik

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:14:00 GMT

Former Tiger: I Was Really Hoping for This
Eric Allen
After trading up in Round 4, the New York Jets selected Clemson QBCade Klubnikwith their second pick in the round (No. 110 overall). General manager Darren Mougey orchestrated his third trade of the draft, completing a pick swap with Cincinnati as the Jets packaged two fourth-round picks (128 and 140) to move up 18 spots and they also received a sixth-

Jets Trade Up in Round 4, Select Clemson QB Cade Klubnik

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:14:00 GMT

Former Tiger: I Was Really Hoping for This
Eric Allen
After trading up in Round 4, the New York Jets selected Clemson QBCade Klubnikwith their second pick in the round (No. 110 overall). General manager Darren Mougey orchestrated his third trade of the draft, completing a pick swap with Cincinnati as the Jets packaged two fourth-round picks (Nos. 128 and 140) to move up 18 spots. They also received a sixt

5 Things to Know About New Chargers OT Travis Burke

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:35:45 GMT

Omar Navarro
The Chargers added to offensive trenches once again Saturday, swinging atrade with the Texansto select Memphis offensive tackle Travis Burke in the fourth round (No. 117 overall).
Get all of your Bolts draft news at theChargers 2026 Draft Hub.
Here are five things to know about the Burke:
1. Year at Memphis
Burke stood out in

Bucs Nab Versatile Miami DB Keionte Scott in Fourth Round

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Dipping into the Hurricanes' pool of talent for a second time this weekend, the Buccaneers drafted the position-versatile Keionte Scott, another aggressive and attacking defender who fits the mold the team has emphasized this offseason
Scott Smith
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers continued to replenish their defense with tough, aggressive players as the third day of the 2026 NFL Draft began on Saturday afternoon.

A CLOSER LOOK: Linebacker Jimmy Rolder

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:34:27 GMT

Tim Twentyman
Player:Linebacker Jimmy Rolder
Pick:Round 4, Pick 18 (118th overall)
Ht/Wt:6-2, 238
Combine results:

Vertical: 36 inches

Broad: 9-foot-11

3-cone: 7 seconds

20-yard shuttle: 4.26 seconds

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Lions draft linebacker Jimmy Rolder

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:20:29 GMT

Tim Twentyman
The Detroit Lions opened Day 3 of the NFL Draft by selecting their second straight Michigan Wolverine.
After selecting edge rusher Derrick Moore in the second round on Friday, Detroit came right back and added Michigan linebacker Jimmy Rolder in Saturday's fourth round with the No. 118 overall pick.
Rolder (6-2, 238) earned a starting role as a WILL linebacker in Wink Martindale's scheme

Cowboys select Devin Moore in fourth-round of 2026 NFL Draft

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:51:44 GMT

Patrik Walker
FRISCO, TexasIt was a bang-bang play to start the fourth round for the Dallas Cowboys in the 2026 NFL Draft. After trading down in the first round with the Philadelphia Eagles to move to No. 23 and grab explosive UCF pass rusher Malachi Lawrence, gaining two fourth-round picks in the process, there were plenty of options for the Cowboys at No. 112 (their original pick) and No. 114 +

Fast Facts: Caleb Douglas

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:29:51 GMT

Travis Wingfield
The Dolphins drafted Texas Tech wide receiver Caleb Douglas Friday night with No. 75 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. In 40 games with the Red Raiders and Florida Gators, Douglas caught 135 passes for 2,031 yards and 16 touchdowns.
Douglas is just under 6 feet 4 inches and ran a 4.39-time in the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.
1. Height-speed combination

Labriola on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:38:00 GMT

Bob Labriola
In golf, it's called "moving day."
In a 72-hole tournament format, moving day typically falls on a Saturday the day after the cut is made and the day before the final 18 holes and it's when players try to make a significant move up the leaderboard to get into contention. It often is characterized by more aggressive play to get within striking distance of the 36-hole leaders and therefore get in

10 players to watch on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:21:21 GMT

The Browns hold five picks on the final day of the draft
Kelsey Russo
The Browns enter the final day of the 2026 NFL Draft with five total picks in the final four rounds.
They have four picks in the fifth round at Nos. 146, 148, 149 and 152 overall, and one in the seventh round at No. 248. The Browns made three trades on the second night of the draft to move around the board and add draft capital.

MIAMI TAKES FOUR PLAYERS ON DAY 2 OF THE 2026 NFL DRAFT

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:03:29 GMT

Dolphins Staff
The Dolphins added to both sides of the ball on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft. The team selected inside linebacker Jacob Rodriguez (43rd overall) and wide receiver Caleb Douglas (75th overall) out of Texas Tech, along with Ohio State tight end Will Kacmarek (87th overall) and Louisville wide receiver Chris Bell (94th overall).
Rodriguez and Douglas became the seventh and eighth Texas Tech playe

Day 2 of NFL Draft brings extra activity for Packers

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:58:56 GMT

Contract extension, trade up in third round add to Friday flurry
Mike Spofford
GREEN BAY That was one heck of a Friday for the Green Bay Packers.
It started with signingJayden Reedto a contract extension, a receiver whom Brian Gutekunst tabbed "a winning football player," and in the same breath the general manager didn't shy away from talking aboutChristian Watsonas his next long-term target.

Versatile Chris McClellan brings it all to Packers' defensive line

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:50:00 GMT

Green Bay traded up to secure its big man in the third round
Wes Hodkiewicz
GREEN BAY As the second day of the NFL Draft rolled along, Brian Gutekunst kept glancing up at the top of the Packers' draft board and seeing one name staring back at him.
Missouri'sChris McClellan.
Green Bay did its research on the 6-foot-3, 313-pound defensive tackle and saw a physical, do-it-all workhorse whose stoc

Daniel Jeremiah's Best Available Players on Day 3 of 2026 NFL Draft

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 03:15:00 GMT

Omar Navarro
The Chargers are currently slated to have a busy Day 3 of the2026 NFL Draft.
The Bolts made their first pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday selecting Miami edge rusherAkheem Mesidorwith the No. 22 overall pick. They followed it up with the selection of offensive linemanJake Slaughterin Round 2.
But with a pair of trade downs, one with

5 Things to Know About Bucs Third-Round Pick Ted Hurst

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 03:12:18 GMT

Get to know the Buccaneers third-round draft selection Ted Hurst
Brianna Dix
1. Ted Hurst played a variety of sports in elementary school and was a running back in Pop Warner before he transitioned to receiver due to size.
2. At Sol C. Johnson High School, Hurst played cornerback his senior year in 2021 and nabbed one interception but was also a two-way player, catching 41 passes for 591 yards and s

What Day 3 Picks do Chargers Have in 2026 NFL Draft

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 03:10:00 GMT

Eric Smith
Day 3 of the2026 NFL Draftis here.
And the Chargers are set to potentially make a boatload of picks after a pair of trades on Day 2.
First, theChargers traded with the Patriotsin Round 2 before taking Florida offensive lineman Jake Slaughter.
The Bolts thentraded with the Brownsthat sent a trio of Day 3 picks to the Chargers.
He

Vikings Draft Northwestern Tackle Caleb Tiernan with 97th Pick

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 03:03:19 GMT

Rob Kleifield
EAGAN, Minn.The Vikings keep stacking players with elite measurables.
Minnesota selected former Northwestern offensive lineman Caleb Tiernan with the 97th overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft on Friday night, addressing its offense for the first time after picking former Florida defensive lineman Caleb Banks at 18 on Thursday, former Cincinnati linebacker Jake Golday at 51 and f

Steelers select Everette in third round

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:37:00 GMT

Teresa Varley
The Steelers selected Georgia defensive back Daylen Everette with the 85th overall pick in the third round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
"Really excited about our pick tonight," said defensive coordinator Patrick Graham. "From a good program down there in Georgia. Came up big in some of the biggest games for that program. He is used to playing in a lot of big games. He gets the ball. The physical att

5 Things to Know About Chargers 2nd Round Pick Jake Slaughter

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:06:09 GMT

Omar Navarro
The Chargers bolstered the offensive trenches on Day 2 by drafting Florida offensive linemanJake Slaughterwith the No. 63 overall pick they acquired in atrade with the Patriots.
Get all of your Bolts draft news at theChargers 2026 Draft Hub.
Here are five things to know about the Florida offensive lineman:
1. Stellar 2025 se

5 Things to Know About Vikings Round 2 Draft Pick Jake Golday

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:42:30 GMT

Lindsey Young
EAGAN, Minn.The Vikings have drafted their second defensive player in two days.
Minnesota kicked off its second day of the 2026 NFL Draft by tabbing former Cincinnati linebacker Jake Golday51st overall. The Vikings initially had the 49th pick butexecuted a tradewith the Panthers to move back two spots and effectively move from the sixth round into the fifth on Saturday by send

Analysts Take: TE Marlin Klein

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:31:01 GMT

Michigan TE Marlin Klein is one of the more unique stories in the 2026 NFL Draft class.
Born in Cologne, Germany, Klein played his first two years of American football with the Cologne Crocodiles before relocating to Georgia and committing to Michigan over offers from Florida State, Ole Miss, and others. Last season, Klein earned All-Big Ten honorable mention as well as his third Academic All-Big Ten selection.

2026 Jets Draft Picks

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Everything You Need to Know About the 2026 Draft Class
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Bucs Trade Down, Gain Fifth-Round Pick | Updates

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:25:00 GMT

Keep informed with our daily updates: News, notes and more throughout the 2026 Offseason
Scott Smith
April 24 Updates
General Manager Jason Licht and the Buccaneers executed a draft-weekend trade for the first time in three years on Friday night, picking up an extra fifth-round pick for moving down seven spots in the third round.
The deal was with the Green Bay Packers and it

Top Internet Reactions to Chargers 2026 NFL Draft Picks

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:22:00 GMT

Here are the top social media reactions to the Chargers 2026 draft picks
Eric Smith
The Chargers bolstered the offensive trenches on Friday with the selection ofJake Slaughter.
They also added some juice to their edge rusher room selection Miami edge rusherAkheem Mesidoron Thursday night at No. 22 overall.
Be sure to check out theChargers 2026 Draft Hu

Minnesota Vikings 2026 NFL Draft Trade Tracker

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Lindsey Young
ROUND TWO TRADES
Vikings Trade Jonathan Greenard to Eagles; Receive 2026 & 2027 Round 3 Picks
Minnesota traded outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard and the 244th overall pick of 2026 to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for a third-round pick in 2026 (98th overall) and a third-round pick in 2027, the team announced Friday during Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft.

5 Things to Know About Second-Round Pick Josiah Trotter

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:46:33 GMT

Get to know the Buccaneers second-round draft selection Josiah Trotter
Brianna Dix
His father, Jeremiah Sr., was drafted in the third round of the 1998 NFL Draft and had three different stints with the Eagles during an 11-year NFL tenure and was voted to four Pro Bowls. Jeremiah Sr. was inducted into the Eagles Hall of Fame in 2016 and played three games for the Buccaneers in 2007.
At St Joseph's Pr

Vikings Draft Cincinnati Linebacker Jake Golday with 51st Pick

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:24:04 GMT

Rob Kleifield
EAGAN, Minn.Not one, not two, but three former Bearcats in the Vikings linebackers room.
Minnesota selected former Cincinnati linebacker Jake Golday with the 51st overall pick of the 2026 NFL Draft on Friday night, providing Defensive Coordinator Brian Flores another puzzle piece after the team drafted former Florida defensive lineman Caleb Banks at 18 on Thursday.
Golda

Vikings Open Night 2 by Trading Picks with Panthers

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 00:15:22 GMT

Lindsey Young
EAGAN, Minn.Trade alert!
The Vikings started off their second day of the 2026 NFL Draft by moving back two spots from No. 49 to No. 51 after trading with the Panthers.
Carolina received picks 49 and 196 in the second and sixth rounds, respectively, and Minnesota received picks 51 and 159 in the second and fifth.
Minnesota drafted former Florida standout Caleb Banks

How Caleb Banks' Unique Traits Could Form Custom Fit with Vikings

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 23:52:01 GMT

Rob Kleifield
EAGAN, Minn.The smiling didn't end after Caleb Banks left the room.
Minnesota's No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft walked out with his entourage of family just minutes prior, and then Vikings Defensive Coordinator Brian Flores walked in with a Banks' sized smile covering his face.
"When you see a guy with this type of, kind of rare size, rare athleticism, you take a real h