FC Bayern open to listening to exceptional offers for Davies and ItoSky Sports understand FC Bayern are not closing the door for potential departures of Alphonso Davies and Hiroki Ito this summer. The Canadian international continued to struggle with injuries and fitness issues during the World Cup, while Ito also had similar issues since joining the club from VfB Stuttgart.Although FC Bayern were previously reported to keep Davies at all costs, there seems to be a change of approach after the signing of Nathaniel Brown. The former Eintracht Frankfurt defender was the starting left-back for Germany at the World Cup.Meanwhile, FC Bayern are working intensively in finding permanent transfers for Joo Palhinha, Sacha Boey, Bryan Zaragoza and Armindo Sieb this summer. All four players spent part of last season away on loan deals, but Vincent Kompanys side will now look for permanent solutions.

The Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars have controlled the AFC South the past four seasons. Will that hold true in 2026?Jacksonville and Houston both earned playoff berths last year, with a razor-thin margin at the top of the division. The Jaguars rode 13 wins to take the AFC South crown, while Houston punched a playoff ticket via the wild card with a 12-5 record.The Jaguars bookended the last four years with division titles, while the Texans won the AFC South in back-to-back years in 2023-2024.Roster-wise, things will look largely the same in 2026. The Jaguars lost key free agents in RB Travis Etienne Jr. and LB Devin Lloyd, but they will get two-way star Travis Hunter back from injury. Houston still figures to be problematic again as most starters return for a defensive unit that ranked No. 1 in total defense in 2025.Jacksonville and Houston are the favorites, but the Indianapolis Colts and Tennessee Titans shouldnt be overlooked. The Colts raced out to an 8-2 start a year ago before injuries derailed them. Meanwhile in Tennessee, Cam Ward gained valuable experience in Year 1, and the Titans drafted WR Carnell Tate and splurged during free agency to support their passer.Will the AFC South change hands in 2026 or will the Jaguars and Texans continue to have a stranglehold on the division? USA TODAY Sports gives a very early look and prediction of the AFC South race.Houston TexansThe Texans return almost all of their starters from a Super Bowl-caliber defense last year, which ranked No. 1 in total defense and No. 2 in points allowed. However, a vulnerable offensive line, poor running game and ill-advised giveaways on offense are what led to Houstons demise a season ago.The Texans say C.J. Strouds had a good offseason after a turnover-prone postseason, during which he threw five interceptions and lost two fumbles. Houston also added three new starters to its weak offseason line and traded for downhill running back David Montgomery. The Texans have earned double-digit wins for three straight seasons.Indianapolis ColtsIndy's investment in Daniel Jones and Alec Pierce will be under a microscope in 2026: Jones has been inconsistent throughout his career and Pierce has never been asked to be a No. 1 wide receiver, and while both enjoyed career years, they're also coming off injuries. To that end, Jonathan Taylor remains the engine of the Colts offense: the running back has compiled over 1,400 rushing yards two years in a row. Indy must improve defensively after ranking near the bottom of the league in both pass rush and run stop win rate.Jacksonville JaguarsTrevor Lawrence tossed a career-best 29 touchdown passes despite a down year from wideout Brian Thomas Jr. The departures of both Etienne and Lloyd are holes the Jags need to fill, but they should get a boost from the healthy return of two-way playmaker Travis Hunter (knee) who is set to play more cornerback this year. Jacksonvilles AFC-best 31 takeaways last season helped them win the division in Liam Coens first year at the helm.Tennessee TitansThe Titans spent an NFL-high in overall contract value this offseason, per Over the Cap. As a result, 2025 No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward has more talent around him, including first-round pick WR Carnell Tate and free-agent addition Wan'Dale Robinson; both should aid a pass offense that was the third worst in the league in 2025. The Titans signed Jeffery Simmons to a record-breaking extension and gave him a high-priced running mate along the D-line in John Franklin-Myers.AFC South prediction: Texans win division behind stifling defenseReturning almost every starter from the leagues No. 1 defense, the Texans are poised to have one of the NFLs stingiest defenses again in 2026. With edge rushers Anderson Jr. and Hunter, cornerback Stingley Jr. and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair, the Texans have playmakers on every level of their defense. That all makes the Texans a dark-horse Super Bowl contender if quarterback C.J. Stroud makes positive strides this season.Strouds regressed since his superb rookie season, but general manager Nick Caserio and the team have praised Stroud this offseason in anticipation of an improved year. A revamped O-line to pave the way for David Montgomery could provide dividends for the offense, too.The Jaguars figure to be Houston's No. 1 competition. The Jags won an impressive 13 games last season and should once again be considered a playoff contender. Jacksonville boasts a good receiving trio in Thomas Jr., Jakobi Meyers and Parker Washington, but there are questions at running back and tight end. Defensively, it might be difficult to replicate the amount of turnovers the unit produced last year, especially without Lloyd.The Colts and Titans shouldnt be overlooked. The Colts got off to an 8-2 start last year before injuries derailed their season. The Titans onboarded talented players on both sides of the ball in efforts to improve.Follow USA TODAY Sports' Tyler Dragon on X@TheTylerDragon.This article originally appeared on USA TODAY Sports: Texans' stifling defense or Jags' star duo? Predicting the AFC South

Despite the ongoing contract negotiations, New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez showed up for training camp. For those wondering about the extent of his participation, Gonzalez is expected to participate in practice, according to Patriots coach Mike Vrabel on Friday. He is here.I expect him to participate, Vrabel said. So, those contract negotiations are ongoing between the club and his agents. And Im excited about having Christian back here with us and the impact he can make on our football team. Really enjoy the person, enjoy the player, and thats what Im looking forward to.Gonzalez's contract situation has been one of the biggest stories of the offseason. The star defensive back is eligible for a contract extension, but he has yet to agree to a new deal with the team. Gonzalez has proven himself to be among the best cornerbacks in the NFL, and he might have a chance to reset the market at the position. The Patriots picked up the fifth-year option on his contract, which technically gives them through the 2027 season to hammer out a new deal. However, things could get complicated with Gonzalez currently set to make $4.8 million in 2026. The Patriots might have to agree to a long-term deal or sweeten his current contract to keep him on the field. With that said, Gonzalez's arrival, along with Vrabel's confidence, is promising that a deal could eventually get done. It's simply a matter of time.Follow Patriots Wire onTwitterandFacebook.This article originally appeared on Patriots Wire: Did Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez report for training camp?

The Wisconsin Badgers recently received an expert prediction to land class of 2028 offensive lineman Brock Barrows.Barrows stands 6-foor-2, 277 pounds, and is an unranked recruit, according to 247Sports.Back on July 21, Badger247's Nick Osen logged an expert prediction that the Missouri native will commit to Wisconsin."I think it really solidified them as my top school even more than they already were. I just loved being able to get coached by Coach Mateos, Coach Rabach, and just everybody," Barrows told Osen (subscription required).The Badgersmade a big splash by securing a huge commitment from 2028 linebacker Cale Britt out of Florida. Britt marked the team's first class of 2028 commitment back on July 15.As for Barrows, On3's Evan Flood notes he's working on adding visits with teams such as Indiana, Iowa State, Minnesota, and Missouri. According to 247Sports, he took an unofficial visit with Missouri last September.Contact/Follow@TheBadgersWireon X (formerly Twitter) and like our page onFacebookto follow ongoing coverage ofWisconsin Badgersnews, notes and opinion.You can also follow Jordon Lawrenz on X @jordonlaw_pxp.This article originally appeared on Badgers Wire: Wisconsin given expert prediction to land 2028 offensive lineman

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