The 2026 football season for theFlorida State Seminolesis nearly here. Ahead of a critical season for FSU, here is a look at one of the key players for the Seminoles.Running back Ousmane Kromah was seen as one of FSU's top additions ahead of the 2025 season, and the runing back showed flashes as a freshman. He was never able to put it all together, but appears to be primed for a breakout sophomore campaign after a strong offseason.The Seminoles have a crowded backfield after they added Texas Longhorns transfer Quintrevion Wisner and returned veteran Sam Singleton Jr. However, Kromah is pushing for more and more carries, and his emergence could be critical for FSU's offense to take another step.Regardless of who wins the starting job to start the season, FSU is expected to use all three running backs and will likely have two on the field a good bit with head coach Mike Norvell back calling plays. Get to know freshman running back Ousmane Kromah before the 2026 season by checking out hisFSUfootball player profile below.Ousmane Kromah's player profilePosition:Running BackHometown: Leesburg, GeorgiaHigh School: Lee CountyHeight:6-1Weight:216Class:SophomoreOusmane Kromah as a recruitRecruiting class: 2025Overall rank: No. 76Position rank:No. 4 State rank:No. 10Rating:Four-starOther schools in the mix:Georgia BulldogsOusmane Kromah's career statsSeasonGamesCarriesYardsTDsYPC2025127240805.7Ousmane Kromah's PFF Report CardSeasonOffensiveRunningPass BlockingReceiving202579.780.552.671.4Follow us@FSUWireon Xand like our page onFacebookto follow ongoing coverage ofFlorida Statenews, notes, and opinions.This article originally appeared on FSU Wire: Ousmane Kromah's 2026 FSU football player profile

NASCAR's Brickyard 400 race has finally arrived at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis.Follow along for the latest leaderboard and track updates, race start time, how to watch, starting grid, schedule, and more:What time does NASCAR Brickyard 400 race at Indianapolis start today, Sunday, July 26, 2026? When does NASCAR Cup Series green flag drop in Indianapolis?The NASCAR Brickyard 400 will take place at 2 p.m. ET Sunday, July 26, 2026.NASCAR in Indianapolis Brickyard 400 starting lineup grid: Cup Series qualifying results, drivers at Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayRow 11, Carson Hocevar, 186.598 mph2, Daniel Suarez, 186.382Row 23, Tyler Reddick, 186.0774, Ty Gibbs, 185.966Row 35, Denny Hamlin,185.8356, Michael McDowell, 185.762Row 47, Corey Heim, 185.4568, Alex Bowman, 185.368Row 59, AJ Allmendinger, 185.34510, Kyle Larson, 185.315Row 611, Chase Briscoe, 185.26912, Cole Custer, 185.265Row 713, Ryan Blaney, 185.19714, Erik Jones, 185.060Row 815, Chris Buescher, 184.99116, Brad Keselowski, 184.896Row 917, John Hunter Nemechek, 184.87718, Riley Herbst, 184.782Row 1019, Joey Logano, 184.69920, Austin Dillon, 184.699Row 1121, William Byron, 184.57422, Ross Chastain, 184.540Row 1223, Christopher Bell, 184.28724, Ricky Stenhouse Jr., 184.245Row 1325, Shane van Gisbergen, 184.23726, Josh Berry, 184.128Row 1427, Chase Elliott, 183.88728, Ty Dillon, 183.869Row 1529, Bubba Wallace, 183.86130, Zane Smith, 183.494Row 1631, Connor Zilisch, 183.13232, Austin Hill, 183.083Row 1733, Noah Gragson, 182.99034, Ryan Preece, 182.786Row 1835, Austin Cindric, 182.72636, Todd Gilliland, 182.460Row 1937, Cody Ware, 182.07238, Casey Mears, 179.522Row 2039, Daniel Dye, 178.9622026 Brickyard 400 tickets: NASCAR Cup Series race ticket price, cost at Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayRace tickets begin at $45. Children 15 and under are admitted free with a purchase of an adult flex or general admission ticket.2026 Brickyard 400 NASCAR schedule at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for Sunday, July 26: What time does Brickyard 400 start?10 a.m.: Gates open11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Track walk ($30 voucher required)1-1:10 p.m.: Drivers' brick walk1:05 p.m.: Driver introductions2 p.m.: Brickyard 400 Cup Series raceWhat channel is 2026 Brickyard 400 NASCAR race at Indianapolis? What is NASCAR Sunday TV schedule for Cup Series?TV: TNT, TruTV, HBO MaxWatch the Brickyard 400 on SlingWhere to stream, watch the 2026 Brickyard 400 NASCAR race today, Sunday, July 26? Streaming NASCAR Cup Series at Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayStreaming options includeSling, which offers a free trial, plus the driver cam on Max (subscription required).Catch the Brickyard 400 live on SlingHow to watch, stream the 2026 Brickyard 400 NASCAR race today, Sunday, July 26? Streaming NASCAR Cup Series at Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayCatch all the motorsports racing action from Indianapolis through multiple viewing platforms, includingTNT (Sling offers free trial), TruTV (qualifying) and Max (in-car driver camera).Watch the NASCAR Brickyard 400 live with a Sling free trialHow to listen to 2026 Brickyard 400 NASCAR race on radio today, Sunday, July 26? Streaming NASCAR Cup Series at Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayRadio: IMS Radio NetworkStreaming:SiriusXMChannel 902026 NASCAR In-Season Challenge championship, Brickyard 400 Indianapolis today: Ryan Blaney vs Todd GillilandThrough four rounds of seeded matchups since June 28 at Sonoma Raceway in California, the NASCAR In-Season Challenge championship matchup is set between Ryan Blaney and Todd Gilliland. The better finisher between them wins $1 million.Blaney who won in Atlanta on July 12 as the No. 3 seed finished better than No. 30 Josh Berry at Sonoma Raceway in California, No. 14 Shane Van Gisbergen at Chicagoland Speedway, No. 11 William Byron at EchoPark Speedway in Atlanta, and No. 10 Christopher Bell at North Wilkesboro Speedway in North Carolina.Gilliland who is seeded No. 25 has sneakily defeated No. 8 Daniel Suarez at Sonoma Raceway, No. 9 Carson Hocevar at Chicagoland Speedway, No. 32 Alex Bowman at EchoPark Speedway, and No. 4 seed Chase Elliott at North Wilkesboro Speedway.2026 NASCAR Cup Series playoff point standings: NASCAR race winners(Through July 19; race winners are in the 16-driver playoffs that begin Sept. 6; the other spots are filled by points winners):Tyler Reddick, 5 winsDenny Hamlin, 4 winsRyan Blaney, 2 winsChase Elliott, 2 winsShane Van Gisbergen, 2 winsChase Briscoe, 1 winTy Gibbs, 1 winCarson Hocevar, 1 winJoey Logano, 1 winDaniel Suarez, 1 win2026 NASCAR Cup playoff point standings: Drivers who have not won a raceKyle Larson, 616 pointsChris Buescher, 585Christopher Bell, 574William Byron, 546Bubba Wallace, 531Austin Cindric, 4952026 NASCAR Cup playoff point standings: NASCAR drivers below the 16-driver cut lineErik Jones, 462Ryan Preece, 447Brad Keselowski, 437Michael McDowell, 412Ross Chastain, 4122026 Brickyard 400 driver entry list: NASCAR Cup Series drivers at Indianapolis Motor Speedway(With car number, driver, team, engine)1,Ross Chastain, Trackhouse Racing, Chevrolet2,Austin Cindric, Team Penske, Ford3,Austin Dillon, Richard Childress Racing, Chevrolet4,Noah Gragson, Front Row Motorsports, Ford5,Kyle Larson, Hendrick Motorsports, Chevrolet6,Brad Keselowski, RFK Racing, Ford7,Daniel Suarez, Spire Motorsports, Chevrolet9,Chase Elliott, Hendrick Motorsports, Chevrolet10,Ty Dillon, Kaulig Racing, Chevrolet11,Denny Hamlin, Joe Gibbs Racing, Toyota12,Ryan Blaney, Team Penske, Ford16,A.J. Allmendinger, Kaulig Racing, Chevrolet17,Chris Buescher, RFK Racing, Ford19,Chase Briscoe, Joe Gibbs Racing, Toyota20,Christopher Bell, Joe Gibbs Racing, Toyota21,Josh Berry, Wood Brothers Racing, Ford22,Joey Logano, Team Penske, Ford23,Bubby Wallace, 23XI Racing, Toyota24,William Byron, Hendrick Motorsports, Chevrolet33, Austin Hill, Richard Childress Racing, Chevrolet34,Todd Gilliland, Front Row Motorsports, Ford35,Riley Herbst, 23XI Racing, Toyota38,Zane Smith, Front Row Motorsports, Ford41,Cole Custer, Haas Factory Team, Ford42,John Hunter Nemechek, Legacy Motor Club, Toyota43,Erik Jones, Legacy Motor Club, Toyota45,Tyler Reddick, 23XI Racing, Toyota47,Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Hyak Motorsports, Chevrolet48,Alex Bowman, Hendrick Motorsports, Chevrolet51,Cody Ware, Rick Ware Racing, Ford54,Ty Gibbs, Joe Gibbs Racing, Toyota60,Ryan Preece, RFK Racing, Ford62,Casey Mears, Beard Oil Motorsports, Chevrolet67, Corey Heim, 23XI Racing, Toyota71,Michael McDowell, Spire Motorsports, Chevrolet77,Carson Hocevar, Spire Motorsports, Chevrolet78,Daniel Dye, Live Fast Motorsports, Chevrolet88, Connor Zilisch, Trackhouse Racing, Chevrolet97,Shane Van Gisbergen, Trackhouse Racing, ChevroletChris Sims is a trending reporter for Midwest Connect Gannett. Follow him on Twitter:@ChrisFSims.Our editors independently choose our recommendations. Some content is produced with paid support from a third party, however our editorial decisions remain independent. If you buy through our links, the USA TODAY Network may earn a commission. Prices and availability may change.This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: NASCAR at Indianapolis Brickyard 400 live updates: When does race start?

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The Minnesota Vikings have had a hard time establishing the run in recent years under head coach Kevin O'Connell. Despite their best efforts and bringing in various players, it has simply not panned out as a big part of their offense. But now, heading into 2026, the run game seems to be poised to play a larger role, it almost has to. ESPN's Kevin Seifert wrote in his training camp preview of the team that the run game for the team is worth keeping an eye on as the weeks pass by. Seifert writes, "The Vikings made some incremental improvement in their running game last season after trading for Mason, but O'Connell went looking for more substantial elevation this offseason. He hired longtime NFL offensive line coach Frank Smith as his assistant head coach, and also promoted Keith Carter to offensive line coach, with an eye toward better scheme execution across the board. It will be worth watching progress here, especially as it relates to creating the conditions for an explosive run."He also points out that the Vikings are tied for the NFL's fewest rushes of at least 20 yards (23). The passing game already has a lot of responsibility to help this team achieve success; it is long past time for the run game to be more involved and pull their proverbial weight. This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: ESPN has their eyes on the Vikings' run game in 2026

Victor Wembanyama gets kudos for what he did heading into Spurs season originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.Victor Wembanyama obviously did an unselfish thing when he inked his five-year, $252 million max contract extension with the San Antonio Spurs, giving the franchise financial flexibility to help bring in more talent to get back to the NBA Finals.Plenty of NBA stars have made this kind of move but not all of them. It's not lost on the NBA world that Wembanyama was willing to take a pay cut. It'll help the Spurs get the kind of talent that can help him win a championship.Now, Wembanyama is getting some due props for the decision. At the same time, the Spurs are being called the No. 2 best team in the league going into 2026, thanks to his move.Spurs receive high ranking in NBA power rankingsESPN has unleashed its NBA power rankings going into the 2026 season. In it, they have the Spurs at No. 2, only behind the Oklahoma City Thunder. Those pesky guys.They note that adding Tobias Harris from the Detroit Pistons was a huge win. That's on top of Wembanyama's unselfish move also being a big win."Franchise superstar and reigning NBA Defensive Player of the Year Victor Wembanyama improved the front office's chances of keeping the squad together even longer by giving the organization a huge discount on what should have been a supermax extension," Michael C. Wright says.He adds, "San Antonio also enhanced its roster in free agency by acquiring a savvy, reliable veteran in Harris to bolster the team's presence inside."So, the future is bright for the Spurs. A lot of it is thanks to their rising franchise star.More NBA news:Draymond Green news should silence his criticsPistons receive reality check about Jalen Duren situationLakers found a gem nobody expected to be this good and he's a perfect Luka Doncic complement

TROON, Scotland (AP) After waiting more than 10 years for her second LPGA win, South Korean golfer Jenny Shin secured a two-shot victory at the Womens Scottish Open on Sunday.The 33-year-old Shin, who won the Texas Shootout in May 2016, carded a 3-over 75 on the Dundonald Links to finish at 9 under. My first one didnt really feel like a win at the time, Shin said. I didnt feel like I deserved it. It felt very accidental. But this one definitely feels a lot different. This one feels like I earned it. I worked hard for it.Shin was in tears after the final putt dropped on the 18th and was doused with water and champagne by a group of friends.Leading since the first round, Shin could afford three straight bogies on Nos. 6-8 after starting the final round with a five-shot lead over Thailand's Pajaree Anannarukarn (74). Shin also bogeyed two of the last three holes but had made two birdies earlier.I wasnt as nervous as yesterday, Shin said. "I feel like Ive done everything right but just wasnt hitting it like I was the last three days and just hitting it into bunkers and bushes and that wasnt fun.With three bogies in a row, I thought, oh boy, I dont know where this is going to go. But yeah, I hung in there, so Im quite proud of myself and very happy.A Lim Kim finished second after a 4-under 68, with four straight birdies helping her leapfrog two shots ahead of Anannarukarn, who dropped to third. The Womens Scottish Open is part of a three-tournament swing through Europe between the final two majors the Evian Championship and the Womens British Open starting Thursday at Royal Lytham & St. Annes.___AP golf: https://apnews.com/hub/golf

Red Sox get significant $15 million Garrett Crochet update on $170M contract originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The Boston Red Sox have had a roller coaster of a 2026 MLB season. They've struggled for much of the year, but after their recent 15-game win streak, they're right back in contention and expected to be deadline buyers.They've already traded for Curtis Mead using Connelly Early, a young lefty starting pitcher, to upgrade the offense. More could be on the horizon as well.But one of the bigger pieces of news that came out recently involves Garrett Crochet. As USA Today's Bob Nightengale highlighted, Crochet, the left-handed ace, is now going to stick around through at least 2031 with a huge update to his $170 million contract.Red Sox get huge Garrett Crochet news amid lengthy injury absence"Boston Red Sox starter Garrett Crochet's injury prevents him from opting out of his contract after 2030 now that he'll have spent 120 days on the IL," Nightengale writes. "It also triggers a $15 million club option in 2032."This piece of news is a significant one for the Red Sox and their team building over the next few seasons. The left-handed ace, who was the Cy Young runner-up a year ago, isn't leaving Boston for a long time.He's now under contract through the 2031 season on a six-year, $170 million deal, with a $15 million club option for the 2032 season that, if Crochet returns to form, the Red Sox surely would pick up.Nick Pivetta, a former Red Sox starter, has a similar situation with the San Diego Padres. However, his contract won't be extended if he misses time, but rather it'd be cut short, and he'd miss out on $32 million.MORE:Nick Pivetta has to return from IL by August 22 to avoid missing out on $32 million contract with PadresCrochet will have his deal further guaranteed, but loses the ability to opt out after 2030 now that he's missed the 120 days while on the injured list.Compared to the contract situation coming into the regular season, where Crochet might've had a chance to leave the Red Sox after the 2030 season, this new update is a massive one for the future of the team.The 27-year-old is now going to stick in Boston for at least the rest of 2026 and all of the way through the 2031 season now that he can't opt out of his contract.He might not have opted out anyway, but now there's no doubt about his future in Boston. Crochet is a Red Sox starter for the next five seasons, if not more, depending on what the Red Sox do with the club option.More MLB news:Braves injury update on Spencer Strider has execs pessimistic about a 2026 returnDodgers' Shohei Ohtani injury update essentially ends Cy Young chancesYankees send scouts to Cubs vs. Twins series amid trade interest in three playersPhillies would love to trade for Mets reliever Luke WeaverMLB execs believe Padres will trade Mason Miller at trade deadline

METLIFE STADIUM, EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES - 2026/07/19: Enzo Fernandez of Argentina looks dejected as he leaves the pitch after being sent off by the referee during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final football match between Spain and Argentina. Spain won 1-0 over Argentina after extra time. (Photo by Nicol Campo/LightRocket via Getty Images)LightRocket via Getty ImagesEnzo Fernandez didnt hesitate in rubbing salt into Englands wounds as Argentina knocked England out of the 2026 World Cup. The midfielder was a thorn in the side of the Three Lions throughout their semi-final encounter and celebrated in front of the England supporters in Miami.Fernandez was already renowned for being an antagonist. It was only a few months ago that the midfielder was suspended by Chelsea for openly discussing a potential move to another club. Speculation continues to swirl around Fernandezs future, provoked further by Fernandez now being a villain in the eyes of many English soccer fans.Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez during the Premier League match at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland. Picture date: Sunday May 24, 2026. (Photo by Richard Sellers/PA Images via Getty Images)PA Images via Getty ImagesMeanwhile, Chelsea is rebuilding its squad under new manager Xabi Alonso. The Spaniard has a clear style of play and the Stamford Bridge outfit is remoulding itself in the image of the former Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid boss who has taken on his first Premier League job over the summer.Signed from Benfica on the back of his performances for Argentina at the 2022 World Cup, Fernandez is established as a key figure for Chelsea. Nobody played more league minutes for the Stamford Bridge outfit last season than Fernandez who registered 10 goals and four assists.However, there might not be an obvious role for Fernandez in Alonsos new-look team, particularly after the statement signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa. The England international has arrived at Stamford Bridge to be one of Alonsos dual number 10s alongside Cole Palmer, suggesting Fernandez wont be used in an advanced role.SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 26: Manager Xabi Alonso of Chelsea during training session at the Allianz Stadium on July 26, 2026 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)Chelsea FC via Getty ImagesFernandez could be deployed as one half of a midfield double pivot, but his qualities arent best utilised in a deeper area of the pitch. Instead, Chelsea appear intent on signing another midfield capable of playing in that position with Bournemouths Alex Scott reportedly on the clubs radar this summer.Real Madrid is reportedly on the verge of landing Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig with Vinicius Junior possibly on his way out of the Spanish club. Another position change could see Aurelien Tchouamani leave with Fernandez signed in his place. Real Madrid is also believed to be interested in 2026 World Cup winner Rodri.The future of one of Argentinas World Cup finalists could quickly become uncertain even as his quality is clear for all to see. Real Madrid might want Fernandez, but does it want Rodri more? Will the money still be available if Diomande is also coming in the door? Fernandez might have no choice but to prove his worth to Alonso.This article was originally published on Forbes.com

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