Vivianne Miedema deals Chelsea first defeat of season as Man City seize first-leg lead

DJ Bien-Aime covers the Houston Texans for ESPN, joining in 2022 after covering the New York Jets. Defensive end Danielle Hunter has agreed to a one-year, $35.6 million contract extension with the Texans, adding to his previous deal after a successful season. Hunter's performance helped the Texans rank fifth in sacks and forced turnovers, contributing to their AFC South title and playoff success. Full Article

In the 1960s, Lance Alworth starred for the San Diego Chargers for $20,000 at the start of his Hall of Fame career, while Jerry Rice later signed for $32 million over seven seasons with the San Francisco 49ers. Fast forward to now, wide receivers like Cincinnati’s Ja’Marr Chase are signing contracts averaging $40.25 million per season, with other players like Justin Jefferson, CeeDee Lamb, and DK Metcalf also earning over $30 million annually. Defensive players...

Liverpool left-back Andy Robertson has dismissed criticism of his performances this season, stating his time at Anfield is not ending despite being linked with other left-backs. After recovering from an injury, Robertson regained his place in the starting XI under Arne Slot and remains confident in his abilities. The Scotland captain finds solace in joining the national team during the international break following Liverpool's recent struggles in the Champions League and Carabao Cup final. Full...

Jeff Carlisle reports on United States midfielder Weston McKennie's comments ahead of the Concacaf Nations League semifinal against Panama, emphasizing the need for the U.S. team to bring "nastiness" to their game. McKennie and winger Christian Pulisic highlight the importance of embodying this aggressive mentality in their play, acknowledging the challenge posed by Panama's strong players in previous matches. Despite past defeats, the U.S. players are focused on approaching the upcoming game with determination and...

Jacob Fearnley, a 23-year-old tennis player from Edinburgh, is thrilled to be playing alongside the world's best players after going through the American collegiate system at Texas University. He studied kinesiology at Texas Christian University and achieved numerous accolades, including topping the doubles rankings and winning National Indoor Championships. Fearnley's success continued as he won his first ATP Challenger title in 2024, cracking into the top 500 and winning four more Challenger titles in a...

The Minnesota Vikings have signed wide receiver/returner Rondale Moore, who will likely compete for the No. 3 receiver role behind Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison. With Brandon Powell's free agency status uncertain, Moore's versatility as a receiver and potential punt returner adds depth to the team. Despite missing the 2024 season due to injury, Moore brings experience from his time with the Arizona Cardinals and Atlanta Falcons, making him a valuable addition to the Vikings'...