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UPCOMING

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FBN--JETS-RELIEVED FIELDS

DESCRIPTION: FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields is “relieved” his dislocated toe wasn’t a more serious injury. Fields was injured last Thursday during practice when a teammate accidentally stepped on his right foot and dislocated one of his toes. The quarterback sat out practice the next day, did 7-on-7 drills last Saturday and then after a day off, returned to 11-on-11 team drills Monday. By Pro Football Writer Dennis Waszak Jr.

UPCOMING: By 07/29/2025 2:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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FBN--GIANTS-NEW-LOOK SECONDARY

DESCRIPTION: For all the New York Giants’ faults last season when they were a tied-for-league-worst 3-14, their pass defense was not a significant problem. That is thanks in large part to the rush, but the secondary got some upgrades with the signings of cornerback Paulson Adebo and safety Jevon Holland and getting more takeaways is one of the goals. By Stephen Whyno. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 07/29/2025 4:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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FBN--SHOOTING-NFL-CTE-EXPLAINER

DESCRIPTION: The former high school football player who killed four people in the New York City skyscraper where the NFL makes its home carried a note saying he had CTE, the degenerative brain disease that can lead to memory loss, depression, violent mood swings and other cognitive and behavioral issues. But for now the disease can only be diagnosed posthumously by examining brain tissue. By Jimmy Golen. 500 words, photos by 2 p.m.

UPCOMING: By 07/29/2025 5:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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FBN--RAIDERS-JEANTY

DESCRIPTION: HENDERSON, Nev. — Las Vegas Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty is known for breaking tackles, but offensive coordinator Chip Kelly said he doesn’t plan to change his running style in the name of durability. Jeanty is the preseason favorite for AP Offensive Rookie of the Year. By Mark Anderson. UPCOMING: 700 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 07/29/2025 8:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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BKL--SPARKS-BRINK RETURNS

DESCRIPTION: LOS ANGELES — Cameron Brink returns to play for the Los Angeles Sparks in her first WNBA game in 13 months after recovering from a torn ACL. The Sparks take a five-game winning streak against the Las Vegas Aces. By Beth Harris. UPCOMING: 500 words, photos.

UPCOMING: By 07/29/2025 10:00 p.m. EDT, Text

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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FBN--SHOOTING-NEW YORK CITY-NFL REACTION

NFL community reacts with sadness to the shooting at the league office that killed 4 people

SUMMARY: Players and coaches around the NFL reacted with sadness Tuesday after the shooting at the NFL’s New York City office killed four people. Brian Daboll of the New York Giants, Aaron Glenn of the Jets, Ben Johnson of the Chicago Bears and Raheem Morris of the Atlanta Falcons offered their thoughts and prayers to the victims of Monday’s shooting. Mayor Eric Adams said the gunman was trying to target NFL headquarters but took the wrong elevator. Tennessee Titans NFLPA representative Jeffery Simmons cited the importance of mental health in conversations with fellow players.

WORDS: 881 - MOVED: 07/29/2025 1:42 p.m. EDT

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BKL--AROUND THE WNBA

Los Angeles Sparks riding five-game winning streak as 2nd half of season is underway

SUMMARY: No team has been playing better since the All-Star break then the Los Angeles Sparks and they’ve been doing it with a stellar offense. The team has won five straight games, including three on the road, heading into Tuesday night’s matchup with the Las Vegas Aces. It’s only the third time in the past five years that the team has won five or more games in a row. The Sparks had a nine-game winning streak in 2020 and a six-game one in 2023. Sparks coach Lynne Roberts says “we don’t play a traditional style, there’s a lot of freedom.”

WORDS: 484 - MOVED: 07/29/2025 12:53 p.m. EDT

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OLY--USOPC-TRANSGENDER ATHLETES

Trump gave the USOPC cover on its transgender athlete policy change. It could end up in court anyway

SUMMARY: The Trump administration has pushed to remove transgender athletes from Olympic sports. They provided a legal brief to the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) explaining how this move aligns with the Ted Stevens Act. This guidance led the USOPC to change its policy, requiring national governing bodies to update their participation rules. Olympic legal expert Jill Pilgrim believes the policy could face legal challenges if a transgender athlete is excluded. The USOPC’s new policy replaces one based on data and science. The committee aims for compliance by the end of the year, amid criticism and legal uncertainties.

WORDS: 901 - MOVED: 07/29/2025 12:52 p.m. EDT

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TEN--US OPEN-VENUS WILLIAMS

Venus Williams receives a wild-card entry with Reilly Opelka to play mixed doubles at the US Open

SUMMARY: Venus Williams’ comeback is headed to the U.S. Open next month. She will enter the redesigned mixed doubles tournament with Reilly Opelka via a wild-card entry. The 45-year-old Williams returned to the tennis tour last week after more than a year away. She and Opelka were among the 14 teams announced Tuesday by the U.S. Tennis Association for its mixed doubles event on Aug. 19-20. Eight of the pairings received direct entry into the field based on having the highest combined current singles rankings. Six were given wild cards by the USTA. The players with spots in the bracket include nine who have won at least one Grand Slam singles title.

WORDS: 692 - MOVED: 07/29/2025 11:37 a.m. EDT

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GLF--ON THE FRINGE-WOAD

Lottie Woad makes a big impression and already is the talk of women’s golf

SUMMARY: Lottie Woad has gone from being the No. 1 amateur in women’s golf to the talk of women’s golf. She won the Women’s Scottish Open in her professional debut. That follows missing a playoff in an LPGA major by one shot and winning the Women’s Irish Open when was still an amateur. Next up is the Women’s British Open at Royal Porthcawl. It’s the final LPGA major of the year and Woad already is listed as a betting favorite over Nelly Korda and Jeeno Thitikul. It’s a good time for women’s golf and Woad looks like she’s just getting started.

WORDS: 923 - MOVED: 07/29/2025 11:21 a.m. EDT

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SWM--SWIM WORLDS

Katie Ledecky remains unbeatable in the 1,500 freestyle taking the title again at the worlds

SUMMARY: Katie Ledecky has ceded a tiny bit of ground in other events, but she’s still unbeatable in the 1,500-meter freestyle. She won it again Tuesday in the swimming world championships in Singapore, finishing in 15 minutes, 26.44 seconds. Simona Quadarella of Italy took silver in 15:31.79 – a European record – with bronze for Lani Pallister of Australia in 15:41.18 in a very quick-paced race. Ledecky was ahead of her world-record pace through 1,250 meters, pushed early by Pallister. It was Ledecky’s second medal in these games after taking bronze in the 400 free behind Canadian Summer McIntosh.

WORDS: 877 - MOVED: 07/29/2025 10:15 a.m. EDT

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SOC--ENGLAND-PARADE

England’s Euro 2025 champions given a heroes’ welcome with some surprise guests getting involved

SUMMARY: Thousands of fans came out to celebrate England’s back-to-back Women’s European Champions in London as coach Sarina Wiegman and her players were given a homecoming to remember. Led by a marching band along the iconic Mall and later serenaded on stage by music stars Burna Boy and Heather Small, England’s players and staff partied in front of Buckingham Palace. England made history by becoming the country’s first national soccer team across the men’s and women’s game to win a tournament on foreign soil with the penalty shootout victory against world champion Spain in Basel. Arriving on two open-top buses with “Champions” emblazoned on them, the players waved to fans who had lined the streets to welcome their heroes.

WORDS: 517 - MOVED: 07/29/2025 8:50 a.m. EDT

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MOVING TOMORROW

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FBN--CHARGERS & LIONS-EXPECTATIONS

The Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Chargers have high expectations entering this season. They’ll kick off their quest for the Super Bowl by meeting in the Hall of Fame game. By Pro Football Writer Rob Maaddi.

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SWM--SWIM WORLDS

SINGAPORE — Day 4 in the pool at the world swimming championships.

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