Senior linebacker Arion Carter returns to Tennessee for his fourth season with the Vols in 2026. He represented Tennessee at SEC media days on Monday in Tampa, Florida.The 6-foot-1, 238-pound linebacker discussed his post-football aspirations."I want to be an orthopedic surgeon," Carter said. "I'm a public health major. That's what I'm studying in my undergrad, but speaking on that topic I've made so many great relationships at the University of Tennessee. It's a blessing just to come back and have so much gratitude for that. Just to be a VFL, it is an honor, it is a privilege and it is a blessing."I take advantage of that opportunity and don't take it for granted every day of the week. With those opportunities, I met so many people. I've met so many professors and entrepreneurs that can help lead me in the right direction in that pathway after football."Carter has appeared in 23 games, including 13 starts, at Tennessee from 2023-25. The Smyrna, Tennessee native has recorded 161 tackles, 13.5 tackles for a loss, 1.5 sacks, one interception, 10 pass deflections, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery.More: 2026 SEC football projected order of finish, where Tennessee ranksFollow Vols Wire onFacebookandX(formerly Twitter).This article originally appeared on Vols Wire: Arion Carter discusses post-football aspirations at SEC media days

FOXBORO The expectations have restored normalcy.The New England Patriots are contenders from the onset of training camp. Foxboro is a free agent, and trade, destination again. A future Hall of Famer pushed to join New England on the back practice field for the first summer day of camp.Drake Mayes opening pass attempt of the summer was a back shoulder fade, against Christian Gonzalez, to A.J. Brown in front of a packed training camp on Saturday, July 25. What follows over the next weeks, and season, is New England meeting such promising prospects after reaching the Super Bowl in Mike Vrabels first season as head coach.Our job is to re-create the things that we did really well last year, Vrabel said. The culture, the ability to win in different ways and find ways to win. Understand how to win and understand how to prepare, and you know we're going to have a more difficult journey. That's just how it goes each and every year. That's what we're expecting, so we want it that way, and we'll prepare accordingly.Cam Carreiro has rushed to his spot on the hill, as the first fan against the ropes, watching over the main practice field for over a decade. The East Providence native is as veteran to the practice fields as any of those wearing blue and white jerseys. Hes been rewarded for his patience through the end of the Bill Belichick era and a year of setbacks with Jerod Mayo. But the 20-year-old isnt letting New England rest on its laurels.The expectations this season is to make sure that we show the league that we weren't just a fluke of a team last year, and it wasn't just an easy schedule, Carreiro said. We have to come out Week 1 and go to Seattle and come back with that [win] and just have our head on the right shoulders and don't think about last year.Browns arrival, after a June trade with Philadelphia, only reminds Carreiro of how New England once competed. Romeo Doubs opting to sign with the Patriots and DeAndre Hopkins asking to be in Foxboro in a coaching role makes consecutive 4-13 seasons in 2023-24 seem so distant.Tomorrow, I got [Browns] poster for Sunday training camp, Carreiro said. I'm excited to see how he's going to bring his size. He's a huge wide receiver and in a crowded wide receiver room. He's a veteran presence, and we got [Hopkins] here, too. We got DeAndre Hopkins in practice right now. It's just going to be amazing.Maye and Brown didnt connect much, and its hard to gauge offensive success without the pads, on Day 1. But its the duo that instills extra confidence in the fans and team with a rematch against the Seahawks looming in about six weeks.One-on-one over there with [Gonzalez], I tried to start camp off with a bang, Maye said. I got to make a better throw for him. I think its great competition for them two all camp, and [Carlton Davis]. We have two great corners, we have Marcus [Jones] inside, a great secondary.More: Patriots News 24/7Gonzalez is searching for a new contract and was a full participant in Saturdays practice. Robert Kraft said earlier in the day that the Patriots offered to make him the highest-paid corner in the league. A new deal hasnt been inked yet, but Gonzalez was there in a sign of good faith and another star for Patriots fans to see.I tore my ACL, MCL and PCL my freshman year in high school playing football, Carreiro said. I just wanted to find a way to get back into [football], and I got back into it by doing this.This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: Patriots training camp opens in Foxboro. Here's what happened

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Durham sign Australian midfielder LoweDurham have completed the signing of Australian midfielder Rachel Lowe.The Wildcats announced the news via a post on their official club website earlier today.The 25-year-old moves to Maiden Castle off the back of a decade playing her football in her native Australia. Lowe started her career with Western Sydney Wanderers before going on to turn out for Sydney FC, Sydney University and Sydney Olympic. The midfielder joined latest club Melbourne Victory in 2023 and she has spent the last three years at AAMI Park.On the international stage, Lowe has been capped by Australia on one occasion. That cap came back in 2018.After joining Durham, Lowe said Its nice to finally be here. Ive had a warm welcome, all the girls are really friendly and Ive had my first session so Im feeling good.Ive played for ten years in the A-League, so I was ready for a change and a challenge. The BWSL2 is only getting more and more competitive, so I was wanting to try something new and get a challenge.Ive played professionally for ten years and Ive had experience with the national set-up for Australia and in a professional league, so Ill be looking to use that knowledge and experience.Im excited to play for Durham and hopefully, I can do well for the club and we can have a great season.Lowe is Durhams third signing of the summer transfer window.

The Philadelphia 76ers were able to land the biggest name in free agency by bringing in LeBron James to a 2-year $8 million deal. The Sixers will now feature a starting lineup of James, Tyrese Maxey, VJ Edgecombe, Joel Embiid, and Jaylen Brown. This is one of the best lineups in the history of the game in terms of talent.As the Sixers now move forward, one has to wonder how this came about. James could have ended his brilliant career with the hometown Cleveland Cavaliers or with the Miami Heat, where he played from 2010-2014, and finished business there. Or, he could have played with buddy Stephen Curry with the Golden State Warriors. Instead, James is joining the Sixers in a town where the fans are relentless and they expect a championship--something the Sixers haven't accomplished since 1983. If James were to bring a title to Philadelphia, he would be idolized. If he doesn't? There will be disappointment in a number of ways.Per ESPN, James believes the Sixers are his best shot to win one last title:A source familiar with James' thinking told ESPN that James' choice hinged on the pursuit of a fifth championship. After weighing his options, he landed on Philadelphia as the best situation for that.Also, Embiid was a key part in having James join the Sixers.Per league sources, Joel Embiid was a heavy figure in LeBron's recruitment, and that recruitment lasted throughout the process Tony Jones (@Tjonesonthenba) July 24, 2026Either way, as the Sixers look to move forward, James will have a lot to accomplish in Philadelphia and help the team reach the mountaintop. As Philadelphia moves into this next phase of its chase for a title, it helps to have a guy like James around to help it materialize.This article originally appeared on Sixers Wire: Details of why LeBron James signed free agent deal with Sixers emerged

Juventus seal 1-0 pre-season friendly victory over Standard LiegeJuventus have their first pre-season victory under their belts thanks to a 1-0 win away against Standard Liege in Belgium: Fabio Miretti providing the only goal of the game.This was Luciano Spallettis second pre-season test of the summer following a 0-0 draw against Basel last weekend. The Bianconeri head coach was still without several of his key first-team stars, many of whom are still on holiday after their involvement at the 2026 World Cup.That meant no Gleison Bremer, no Weston McKennie, no Francisco Conceicao nor Jonathan David. Khephren Thuram and Kenan Yildiz are also working their way back up to full fitness and were not involved in Belgium on Saturday.INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA JUNE 25: Kenan Yildiz of Turkiye in action during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D match between Trkiye and USA at Los Angeles Stadium on June 25, 2026 in Los Angeles, United States. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)It was a mix of youth and experience on the pitch for Juventus against Standard Liege. Lois Openda was the only senior centre-forward available in the matchday squad, but he was left out of the starting line-up with a loan move to Lyon in Ligue 1 on the horizon.That meant that there was an opportunity for 18-year-old striker Arman Durmisi in the starting line-up. He was supported by Vasilije Adzic and Jeremie Boga in attack with Manuel Locatelli and Douglas Luiz starting together in central midfield.Click here to read more about how todays teams lined up.LECCE, ITALY MAY 09: Head coach of Juventus FC Luciano Spalletti smiles during the Serie A match between US Lecce and Juventus FC at Stadio Via del Mare on May 09, 2026 in Lecce, Italy. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images)The hosts came flying out of the blocks and put Juventus under immediate pressure on the edge of their penalty area. Their first major chance of the game came after 10 minutes when Gustav Mortensen crossed in for Timothe Nkada, who was unable to apply the finishing touches in the area.An error from Andrea Cambiaso after 22 minutes almost saw Standard Liege go 1-0 up, but Federico Gatti was able to get a vital block to Alexis Trouillets shot to turn it behind for a corner.Douglas Luiz and Manuel Locatelli saw shots sail over the crossbar midway through the first half, which began to peter out heading towards the interval.Spalletti made several personnel changes at the interval and also swapped formations from a 3-4-2-1 to a 4-2-3-1. Mattia Perin, Zeki Celik, Joao Mario, Arthur Melo, Fabio Miretti and Justin Oboavwoduo were the players introduced at half-time.Zeki Celik joins Juventus (Source: Juventus)The breakthrough came 10 minutes into the second period when Miretti slammed a powerfully-driven free-kick into the back of the net from the edge of the penalty area.The midfielder was left alone and had an opportunity for a quick-fire brace almost immediately afterwards, but was off-balance when he triggered his shot, Ibe Hautekiet grateful to have got a late block to it.Standard Liege 0-1 JuventusMiretti 55.Line-upsStandard Liege: Epolo; Mortensen, Hautekiet, Karamoko, Drammeh, Fossey, Ilaimaharitra, Trouillet, Nielsen, Abid, Nkada.Juventus first-half XI (3-4-2-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Gatti, Kelly; Cambiaso, Locatelli, D.Luiz, Licina; Adzic, Boga; Durmisi.Juventus second-half XI (4-2-3-1): Perin; Celik, Kalulu, Kelly, J.Mario; Arthur, Locatelli; Cambiaso, Miretti, Oboavwoduo, Boga.

PSG preparing fourth offer for Liverpool target Maghnes AklioucheAccording to a report fromLquipe, Paris Saint-Germain are in the process of preparing a fourth offer to send to Monaco to sign Maghnes Akliouche (24) this summer. The French attacking midfielder as been identified as a key target for the French champions.The fourth set to be sent to Les Mongasques is thought to be in the region of 50m. PSG have already seen 3 offers rejected by the Principality club for the 24-year-old this summer. The most recent rejected offer was in the region of 40m. This would still fall short of Monacos 70m asking price for the attacking midfielder.Liverpool also interested in AkliouchePSG are no longer the only club interested in signing the Monaco academy graduate. Liverpool have enquired over the availability of Akliouche in recent days. The Premier League club could rival Les Parisiens for the playmakers services if they are unable to reach an agreement with Monaco.GFFN | Liam Wraith

New York Yankees infielder George Lombard Jr (96) hits a two-RBI double during the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectMUST stash Yankees Prospect in Fantasy BaseballFantasy baseball championships are often won by managers who act before everyone else, not after. That's exactly why New York Yankees top prospect George Lombard Jr. should be one of the top stash candidates in fantasy baseball right now. While he hasn't officially been promoted yet, all signs point toward his MLB debut happening very soon, and fantasy managers who wait until the announcement may already be too late.Jon Heyman of the New York Post, via The Yankee Report on X, says the Yankees are expected to call up their No. 1 prospect within the next two weeks. If that timeline holds, Lombard could quickly become one of the most added players across fantasy leagues.The Yankees are expected to call up No. 1 prospect George Lombard Jr. within the next two weeks according to Jon Heyman of the NY Post. pic.twitter.com/qNiOB82woK- The Yankee Report (@YankeeReport_) July 24, 2026George Lombard Jr. Could Have Immediate Fantasy ValueThe Yankees have received very little offensive production from the shortstop position this season, creating a clear opportunity for Lombard to step in and make an impact.Whenever a top-10 overall prospect gets an opportunity with one of baseball's best lineups, fantasy managers should pay attention. Lombard has the talent to contribute in multiple categories, and if he secures an everyday role, he'll have plenty of chances to score runs and produce counting stats in New York's potent offense.Rather than fighting through waiver claims after his inevitable promotion, fantasy managers should consider adding him now while the acquisition cost is minimal.His Promotion Could Create a Fantasy Domino EffectLombard's expected call-up could have fantasy implications well beyond his own value.For starters, it would likely end speculation that the Yankees are searching for a shortstop ahead of the trade deadline or considering including Lombard in a blockbuster trade. Instead, New York could use its deep farm system to address other needs while keeping its prized prospect.That could put players like Spencer Jones, Jasson Domnguez, Elmer Rodriguez, Carlos LaGrange, and Dax Kilby at the center of trade discussions. Jones, Domnguez, and Rodriguez are especially intriguing from a fantasy perspective, as a move to another organization could provide a clearer path to everyday playing time and significantly boost their fantasy value.Bad News for those holding out hope for Anthony VolpeNew York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe (11) reacts after flying out against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the second inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectIf Lombard becomes the Yankees' everyday shortstop, it could spell the end of Anthony Volpe's fantasy relevance for the remainder of the season.Volpe has already struggled to provide consistent offensive production, and a Lombard promotion would likely result in reduced playing time or a diminished role. In most standard fantasy formats, that would make Volpe difficult to justify holding onto outside of the deepest leagues.Fantasy managers are always looking for the next impact rookie before the rest of their league catches on. With Lombard reportedly on the verge of reaching the majors and a starting job seemingly waiting for him, now is the time to stash the Yankees' top prospect. Waiting until the promotion becomes official may mean missing out on one of the most intriguing fantasy additions of the second half.More Fantasy Sports On SI News Top DFS DraftKings Picks for UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. GuskovTee Higgins vs. Malik Nabers: Who Has the Higher Fantasy Football Ceiling?Tucker Kraft And 3 Other Potential TE Fantasy Football Breakout CandidatesMarvin Harrison Jr. And 2 Other WRs To Avoid Drafting In Fantasy FootballThis article was originally published on www.si.com/onsi/fantasy as Top Prospect George Lombard Jr Being Called Up Could Be A Fantasy Baseball Disaster For Another Yankees Star.

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - NOVEMBER 02: Tory Horton #15 of the Seattle Seahawks catches a touchdown against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium on November 02, 2025 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images) | Getty ImagesThe Seattle Seahawks are in the middle of their first training camp practice, with fans and the HBO Hard Knocks filming crew all in attendance. Excitement is in the air for the Super Bowl champions, and theres already a big positive to reveal before practice is even finished.Second-year wide receiver Tory Horton, whose promising rookie season was cut short due to a shin injury, will not begin camp on the PUP list. There was optimism from Coach Mike Macdonald that he would be ready for training camp (without committing to Day 1), and heres evidence of Hortons readiness.No PUP list for Tory Horton.The WR is onto the field for the first #Seahawks training-camp practice, after season-ending shin injury last November.@thenewstribune@933KJRpic.twitter.com/s5239a7TBF Gregg Bell (@gbellseattle) July 25, 2026Hortons final game of last season saw him catch two touchdowns against the Washington Commanders, ending the year with five touchdown grabs on 13 catches. He also showcased his speed on special teams, returning a punt 95 yards for a score in a blowout September win over the New Orleans Saints.When Seattle traded for Rashid Shaheed at the deadline, it was not because of Hortons injury. Unfortunately, we never got to see Horton, Shaheed, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and Cooper Kupp all healthy at the same time as anticipated. Well have that opportunity soon as long as they all get through training camp and preseason safely.Any thought about a setback for Horton can be put aside; no PUP, no waiting for next week, hes ready to rock and roll starting today.