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

It’s game week, and fans are invited to share their expectations for the 2025 Louisiana Tech football season, featuring a diverse schedule including games against Southeastern, #9 LSU, and Missouri State. Community members can express their predictions and outlook on the season at BleedTechBlue.com, with a special offer of $1 for the first week and a complimentary year of access to The Athletic. Want More Context? 🔎

This past Thursday and Friday marked the official start of the 2025 high school football season in Alabama, with several Alabama Crimson Tide commits showcasing their talents, including Cederian Morgan's impressive 80-yard touchdown and Brian Williams' two touchdowns in Florida. Additionally, Xavier Griffin and Jamarion Matthews contributed to Gainesville High's dominant 49-7 victory, while Owen Cabell excelled with two touchdowns for Christ Presbyterian Academy. Want More Context? 🔎

Pol Espargaro is racing again at the Hungarian Grand Prix, marking his second appearance in three MotoGP events after stepping in for injured Tech3 KTM rider Maverick Vinales at the Czech GP. Although Espargaro progressed directly to Q2, he expressed discomfort with replacing a teammate due to injury. Want More Context? 🔎

On August 23, 2025, Stanford football lost to Hawaii 23-20, with Hawaii's Micah Alejado throwing for 210 yards and two touchdowns, while Stanford's Micah Ford rushed for 113 yards and one touchdown. Interim head coach Frank Reich acknowledged the tough loss but emphasized the importance of continued improvement throughout the season. Want More Context? 🔎

The San Francisco 49ers secured a 30-23 victory against the Los Angeles Chargers in their final preseason game, opting to rest most starters to evaluate depth players before roster cuts. Notable performances included rookie LB Nick Martin with eight tackles and a forced fumble, WR Demarcus Robinson with a touchdown, and LB Curtis Robinson, who returned an interception for a touchdown. Want More Context? 🔎

Luka Doncic is currently with the Slovenian national team preparing for EuroBasket 2025, with their first game against Poland on August 28. After improving his fitness, Doncic showcased his skills in recent tune-up games, prompting German player Franz Wagner to highlight his versatility and offensive manipulation, making him a challenging opponent. Want More Context? 🔎