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The Chicago Cubs have signed RHP Jake Woodford to a minor league contract, as reported by Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors. Woodford, a former first-round pick by the St. Louis Cardinals, has a career 4.29 ERA over 80 Major League outings but struggled recently with a 7.97 ERA in limited appearances for the Chicago White Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates. With key pitchers sidelined, the Cubs hope Woodford's ability to provide innings will add depth...

The Tennessee Titans have faced criticism for poor NFL draft decisions, notably trading A.J. Brown and selecting Treylon Burks at No. 18 overall in 2022, who has struggled with injuries and underperformance. Head coach Brian Callahan addressed Burks' performance amid trade rumors, noting that recovering from surgery can affect a player's conditioning but expressing optimism about Burks' progress. However, new general manager Mike Borgonzi's acquisition of veteran wideouts suggests a lack of confidence in Burks,...

Summary Rayan Cherki, a young talent from Lyon, expressed his ambitious goals to the club's former academy director, Jean-Francois Vulliez, by stating his desire to win the Champions League and the Ballon d’Or. Vulliez recalls this moment with amusement, highlighting Cherki's determination and aspirations for greatness in football. This exchange signifies not only Cherki's potential but also his commitment to achieving high honors in the sport. Full Article

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence has focused on improving his footwork this offseason, with head coach Liam Coen noting significant growth during OTAs. Lawrence acknowledged footwork as a previous weakness, which is essential for accuracy and timing within Coen's offensive scheme, where each play has its own rhythm. As the Jaguars' offense is still in the learning phase, Coen highlights the importance of solid fundamentals, stating that while not every throw is perfect, Lawrence is...

The Texas Longhorns will host a camp in Austin on Thursday, attracting top prospect four-star quarterback Kavian Bryant, who confirmed his attendance on social media. As a dual-threat player, Bryant has excelled in high school football, amassing impressive stats including 2,718 passing yards and 856 rushing yards in his sophomore year, resulting in 34 passing and 14 rushing touchdowns. Ranked as the No. 36 overall player and No. 3 quarterback nationally by 247Sports, Bryant is...

The second year of the UFL showed a decline compared to the first, with in-person attendance dropping by five percent and a significant 20 percent decrease in TV viewership. While Michigan experienced a notable 30.4 percent increase in attendance, Memphis saw a sharp decline of 42.1 percent, and St. Louis's attendance fell by 14 percent despite averaging 29,537 fans per game. The UFL, facing these challenges and the impact of a scheduling shift to Friday...