Steve Borthwick backs Marcus Smith to rebound from kicking off-day against Scotland

The Michigan football defense enters the 2025 season with strong confidence, while the offense seeks improvement after a disappointing previous year. With new coordinator Chip Lindsey and quarterback Bryce Underwood, expectations are high, especially for the wide receivers, including promising true freshmen Andrew Marsh, Jamar Browder, and Jacob Washington, as they prepare for the season opener against New Mexico. Want More Context? 🔎

Tottenham is interested in signing Manchester City winger Savinho and Como midfielder Nico Paz, while Real Madrid has not yet received any offers from Premier League clubs for Rodrygo. Additionally, Newcastle is preparing for another bid from Liverpool for striker Alexander Isak. Want More Context? 🔎

The Cleveland Browns have started their roster cuts to meet the 53-player limit, officially releasing former Alabama defensive back Tony Brown II. This move was reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter as part of the team's ongoing roster adjustments. Want More Context? 🔎

KTM's top MotoGP rider, Pedro Acosta, acknowledged the need to adjust his approach during qualifying after a significant crash disrupted his promising performance at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Despite improvements in the KTM bike over recent races, Acosta's aggressive riding style has led to challenges in qualifying sessions. Want More Context? 🔎

Reigning MotoGP world champion Jorge Martin is optimistic about returning to victory contention after his strong fourth-place finish at the Hungarian Grand Prix. This race marked only his third competition since making a comeback, highlighting his determination to reclaim his winning form. Want More Context? 🔎

The possibility of Marc Marquez clinching the 2025 MotoGP title at the San Marino Grand Prix has shifted from mere speculation to a tangible reality following his recent 37-point victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix, coupled with a poor performance from his brother Alex, who is in second place. This sets the stage for Marquez to potentially secure the championship at Misano on September 13-14. Want More Context? 🔎