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Atkins, wearing No. 17 for Auburn, was named to the Bednarik Award preseason watch list ahead of the 2026 college football season.
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Las Vegas placed defensive lineman Chigozie Anusiem on the reserve/injured list on Saturday, a roster move that tightens the Raiders’ defensive-line depth picture as preseason preparation carries on.
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Yusei Kikuchi is expected to return to the active rotation after more than two months on the injured list, but the Angels must clear space on their full 40-man roster to do it.
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On a day where weather affected one stop, Philadelphia’s minor league system saw a late swing from Reading and an early exit for the Dominican Summer League Phillies in the DSL Cup tournament.
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On a busy MMA Saturday, the UFC staged its return to Sacramento led by a middleweight pairing between Anthony Hernandez and Gregory Rodrigues, while the PFL held its spotlight fight in Tampa as Cris Cyborg closed out her career against Ketlen Vieira.
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The fourth-year quarterback’s clean execution in a key moment reinforced what Los Angeles is looking for behind its starter: quick reads, accurate timing, and the confidence to play the offense immediately.
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Two preseason appearances into the 49ers’ summer slate, De’Zhaun Stribling is drawing praise for both on-field chemistry with Brock Purdy and the kind of attitude veteran leaders, including George Kittle, want from every receiver.
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At the 2026 preseason midpoint, Seattle’s staff is expected to look closely at running back and wide receiver play as the roster decisions tighten before the second half of the exhibition slate.
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A position-by-position review after Detroit’s second 2026 preseason game highlights who looked ready for Week 1 roles and who needs to sharpen their case.
