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ESPN has signed another former NFL quarterback Alex Smith

Alex Smith retired from the NFL, but he didn’t retire from football. ESPN has hired the former quarterback, Andrew Marchand of The New York Post reports. Smith signed as an analyst across ESPN’s NFL shows, appearing on shows like “Monday Night Countdown.” It is a part-time gig but could lead to a larger commitment, per [more]

Stefon Diggs emerged as the best receiver in the NFL last season.

Tennessee added star receiver Julio Jones to an already impressive offense during the offseason, and that’s attracting a large number of bettors.

He might be the single greatest player ambassador the NFL has ever seen. If he can gain some business-side qualifications for the job, Manning might be a great choice.

The Seahawks have added tackle Lukayus McNeil and wide receiver Anthony Ratliff-Williams to the roster ahead of the first preseason game.

A big change is coming for Tua in his second season!

The Texans have no players remaining on the COVID-19 reserve list after activating offensive tackle Geron Christian Sr. on Tuesday. The team activated running back Buddy Howell and wide receiver Taywan Taylor on Monday. All three players went on the COVID-19 reserve list July 27. The Texans claimed Christian off waivers from Washington in May. [more]

Patriots tackle Trent Brown spoke highly of rookie quarterback Mac Jones after Tuesday’s practice.

Freddy Peralta pitched effectively into the sixth inning, Avisail García smacked a go-ahead two-run homer and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 4-2 on Tuesday in the first game of a doubleheader. Willy Adames and Lorenzo Cain also went deep for the Brewers, who are a major league-best 35-19 on the road. Devin Williams got the final three outs for his second save after loading the bases with one out in the seventh.

Saints cornerback Patrick Robinson is retiring despite being a candidate for a starting job. Robinson was a 2010 first-round draft choice by New Orleans and turns 34 in September. Coach Sean Payton said Tuesday he wasn’t expecting Robinson’s decision but understands when veterans decide during training camp they’re ready to retire.

Three Power Five teams looking to have big seasons and two Group of Five teams that have made their mark on the national stage are among the teams.

Rattler is one of the best dual-threat passers in the country and could be the No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft next spring.

Brad Johnson finds the best MLB DFS Plays for Tuesday, August 10. (Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports)

Jordan Love is expected to get the majority of the reps during the Packers’ first preseason game.

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Voit homers in back-and-forth extra-inning 8-6 win

The Yankees and Royals turned a dull game into one of the best of the year, with the Bombers edging out Kansas City 8-6 in extra innings.

In What Are The Odds?, sponsored by Caesars Sportsbook, Eamon McAnaney, Marc Malusis and Sal Licata discuss the Mets’ odds to win the NL East and the reasons behind their current slide.

Just when it seemed as if the Los Angeles Rams had their starting offensive line figured out, there is now uncertainty in the middle of the front five. Rams coach Sean McVay said Brian Allen would see more time at center with the first unit going forward, with Austin Corbett sliding over to guard after lining up almost exclusively at center during offseason workouts and at the start of training camp. … We know also Corbett can be a really good right guard.

Aug. 9—BRISTOL — Eli Bucko wasn’t fazed by the pressure of pitching in the Manchester U-12 Little League All-Star team’s first game of the New England Regional tournament. Instead, the right-hander felt right at home. Bucko allowed one hit and struck out 10 over four innings as Manchester topped Essex Town (Vermont) 3-1 in a second round winners bracket game at Leon J. Breen Field at the A. …

Steve Gelbs asks Bart Scott, Leger Douzable and Ralph Vacchiano about rookie Jets receiver Elijah Moore, who has created a major buzz throughout training camp. Bart uses an Emmanuel Sanders comp while Ralph has seen him develop a growing chemistry with Zach Wilson and Leger feels the ‘sky is the limit for this guy’ due to his dynamic versatility.

Aug. 9—HIGH POINT — Gradually over the weekend, the Rockers adapted to the Atlantic League experimental rule that moved the pitcher’s mound back a foot from home plate to 61 feet 6 inches and went into effect with the start of the second half of the season last Wednesday, On Sunday, High Point starter Tommy Lawrence tossed eight shutout innings and the offense hammered 18 hits in a 9-1 victory …

Aug. 9—CHARLOTTE — High Point University volleyball standout Abby Bottomley was named the Big South Conference Female Athlete of the Year for the 2020-21 season, the conference announced Monday. The candidates for the annual award consist of the players of the year from each sport. The winner is chosen by the league’s athletic directors, senior women administrators and sports information …

Luka Doncic is set to sign a $207 million supermax extension with the Dallas Mavericks, who sent an entourage to the Slovenian star’s home country to finish off the biggest contract in franchise history. Agent Bill Duffy told ESPN and The Dallas Morning News on Monday that Doncic and the Mavericks had agreed to terms. News of Doncic’s five-year deal, which will kick in for the 2022-23 season, came as the Mavericks re-signed his most reliable scoring partner in the backcourt, shooting guard Tim Hardaway Jr., to a $75 million, four-year contract.

After leaving Sunday’s game early, Gleyber Torres has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a left thumb sprain.

The heads of all four sanctioning bodies need to understand that they’re shrinking the pie, and if they keep committing these atrocities upon the sport, the pie is eventually going to cease to exist.

New York Giants QB Saquon Barkley speaks after his first practice since tearing his ACL in Week 2 of the NFL season in 2020. Barkley says it was great to be back out with his teammates playing the game he loves and he is taking everything one day at a time.

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The Rangers and goalie Igor Shesterkin have agreed to a four-year contract, the team announced on Monday.