Peter Malnati's last win on the PGA Tour was nearly two and a half years ago at the 2024 Valspar Championship. The following year he missed the cut 13 times and this year already, he's failed to make it to the weekend ten times, including at last week's 3M Open. The 39-year-old admits "the struggle has been real," but says he was determined to flip the script this week and through the first round, he has."I was kind of at a low point last week," Malnati said. "I worked really hard on some stuff and it just didn't quite work and I played awful. So, this week I was really determined to have a bit of a new mindset."Well, it worked. Malnati shot a career-low 61 to claim the clubhouse lead following his bogey-free first round at the Rocket Classic. The father of two confessed that he was horrible to himself last week after how he played and lamented, "I felt awful." This week he made a decision to approach the game differently and he said he could feel it working from the first tee."I was going to really enjoy my good shots and when I hit bad shots, I wasn't going to let that be a reflection of me and who I am. I was going to let it be like a data set. Like what's going on and how can I improve. I really felt that today on the course," Malnati explained.He came out the gate on Thursday guns blazing and birdied eight out of first 11 holes at the Detroit Golf Club. Armed with his new mental tools, Malnati appeared to play freer and credited his fast start to staying in the present for a change. He said prior to today, he's been carrying a lot of anxiety along with him on the course because he knows he's not ready to give up his childhood dream of playing golf, but also knows he needs to play better to make that happen."I didn't feel the same level of like anxiety of like if I hit a bad shot, it means I suck. I just felt no, I'm going to enjoy the good ones. If I hit a bad one, I'm going to figure out why and how can I improve. That mindset was really, really helpful for me. So, I think that maybe helped trigger the zone a little bit for me," Malnati said.He knows he needs to come out in a similar headspace on Friday if he's going to have success this weekend: take the good shots along with the bad, learn and move forward. But not focusing another low number. "If I come out tomorrow and try to or expect to or want to have a chance to shoot 59 again, that's probably not the right thing to do," Malnati explained. While he's aiming to stay present for a good finish this weekend, he's focused on the future. Malnati said he's been talking to his coach over the last few weeks about his goal to be in the top 100 players at the end of the fall.

Right now there is a quarterback who was a former top three pick in the 2018 NFL draft that is negotiating for a new contract. This quarterback infamously busted with the team that drafted him, played for the Carolina Panthers and another team before resetting his career with an NFC team that joined the league in 1976. In a few short months, there will be another quarterback who was a former top three pick in the 2018 NFL draft that will be negotiating for a new contract. This quarterback also busted with the team that drafted him, played for the Carolina Panthers and another team before achieving NFL immortality with an NFC team that joined the league in 1976. Of course I am talking about Tampa Bay Buccaneers signal caller Baker Mayfield, who is seeking an extension as he enters the final year of his current three-year deal. However, the contract situation is quickly devolving into a public standoff between the Bucs and Mayfield, who feels "disappointed" by the amount of years and money offered to him by Tampa. Baker Mayfield tells ESPN the Bucs offered him a two-year deal, which was probably the most disappointing part. Wanted long-term commitment. Added Bucs were pretty far from $50+M per club, which he wanted to enter. More to come on @SportsCenterpic.twitter.com/B0ydNRWG8U Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) July 30, 2026The reason I am bringing any of this up is obvious. There are countless parallels between Baker Mayfield and Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold, as I mentioned in the beginning paragraph. Seattle should be paying close attention to how this dilemma between Mayfield and Tampa plays out, because it could potentially be a "past is prologue" sort of situation. Baker Mayfield has been every bit a capable starter during his time in Tampa. He's started all 54 possible games, including the playoffs - which he has guided Tampa to twice during his tenure, including a Wild Card victory in 2023. Even with that resume, it's clear the Bucs still have some hesitancy long term with him. A two-deal just means they're back in the same situation next offseason. Could the Seahawks be finding themselves in a similar spot when it comes to determining if they want to keep Darnold around? After all, the only reason Darnold is in Seattle is because they were willing to move on from Geno Smith. Plus, the Seahawks drafted Jalen Milroe only last year, and with that Super Bowl LX ring, Darnold won't be playing on the discounted deal he is right now. Despite all that, I truly believe the Seahawks are going to do their best to avoid a similar situation. For starters, Sam Darnold is... let's just say, "lower maintenance" than Baker Mayfield is personality wise. Darnold is not the kind of player to take a dispute public. Additionally, Darnold is two years younger than Mayfield. Investing more years in him is a safer bet than a quarterback who is 31, and will be 32 next year. Not that early 30's is the crypt keeper age in today's NFL, but youth is on Darnold's side here. There is of course the aforementioned Super Bowl ring. In one season, Darnold did exactly what was needed and helped guide the Seahawks to their second Lombardi trophy in franchise history. General manager John Schneider tends to handle his business quickly and quietly, and the Seahawks aren't afraid to pay their guys big money when earned. Of course, with the new ownership, we will have to keep an eye to see if their spending philosophy remains in line with the Allen family's policies. For now, the Seahawks will observe the unfolding situation in Tampa from afar, assuredly taking notes on what to do... and more importantly, what to avoid. This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: Could Seahawks, Sam Darnold have similar contract dilemma as Bucs and Baker Mayfield?

With three holes to go en route to shooting 5-under 65 at Detroit Golf Club on Thursday in the opening round of the Rocket Classic, Keegan Bradleys caddie, Scottie Veil, shared good news from his phone that brought a smile to his face.Yeah, my son got through Drive, Chip & Putt today. I'm just so proud of him, really cool, Bradley said.That would be son Logan, who finished third in the Boys 7-9 age group at a local qualifier at the Club of Quail Ridge in Boynton Beach, Florida. That is good enough to advance to a sub-regionalqualifier on Aug. 15 at BallenIsles CC.He was going at 8:40, so I was thinking about it and I kind of, I wanted to know but I didn't want to know, Bradley said. Then my caddie told me on my third-to-last hole, he showed me that he made it. I'm just so happy for him.Those who move on from the next stage of qualifying will make it into one of the regional finals at TPC Sawgrass and the winner will advance to the 2027 Drive, Chip and Putt final at Augusta National, which will be conducted on the Sunday before Masters week.I don't care if he makes it, I'm just happy that he had a good time, said Bradley, the 2025 U.S. Ryder Cup captain and eight-time Tour winner. He's been working really hard on it, so I'm really pumped for him.Speaking of kids, Bradley, who turned 40 last month, played with the Tours latest new kid on the block in Jackson Koivun, the winner of last weeks 3M Open in just his third career pro start.He's just an incredible player, Bradley said. How old is he, 20, 21, something in there? Yeah, he seems more mature and older, which makes him unique is a lot of the younger players that I have seen come out that are really good play a much different game. He's not a 195-ball speed guy, he's just a really solid player. I was really impressed.Adam Schupak is a senior writer for Golfweek, covering the PGA Tour.This article originally appeared on Golfweek: Keegan Bradley celebrates son Logan qualifying for next stage of Drive, Chip & Putt

The Detroit Lions placed offensive tackle Giovanni Manu on he Active/Non-Football Injury list on Wednesday afternoon.Manu joined defensive back Christian Izien (Active/Non-Football Illness list) and left guard Christian Mahogany (Active/Non-Football Injury list) as Lions players on the respective NFI lists.On Thursday morning, Lions head coach Dan Campbell updated Manu's injury status."Yeah, obviously put him on NFI. He had an injury, a previous injury over the summer that was not disclosed. And so, came off the practice field, didn't feel good. Got it checked, sure enough, that's what it was. So, he will be out for a period of time. I don't know how long that's going to be. Call it 12 weeks, 14 weeks. I don't know We'll figure it all out down the road, but he is NFI," Campbell said.Manu, a 2024 fourth-round NFL draft pick, logged 69 offensive snaps last season, perPro Football Focus. The 6-foot-7, 345-pounder started for theLionsat left tackle in Week 5 of last season at theCincinnati Bengals. Manu has appeared in four NFL games thus far.Detroit's other pair on the NFI lists are expected to return quickly.""Izzy just had a little flu bug. We're going to make sure he's good to go, hopefully by Friday we get him in practice here. Mahogany needs a couple of days and then he'll be ready," Campbell said of Izien and Mahogany.For moreLionscoverage, follow us on X,@TheLionsWire, and give ourFacebookpage a like.Follow Josh on X,@JoshOnLionsThis article originally appeared on Lions Wire: Lions update OT Giovanni Manu's injury status, return timeline

Day two is in the books for Raiders training camp. Things heated up a bit -- and I don't just mean the weather. After a light first day, they had more team sessions and picked up the intensity. Making for some more plays to be made. Here's who made the biggest ones.TE Brock BowersBowers ran a deep out route and Kirk Cousins put it on the sideline for him. The All Pro tight end, made a perfect catch, tapping his toes inbounds while securing the ball.WR Jalen NailorAround the same part of the field, Cousins threw the ball for Nailor before he had turned back. The defender was to the inside, so Cousins placed it to Nailor's outside shoulder. He turned and quickly located the ball, leapt up, reached behind him, and high-pointed it to pull it in. Made it look easy too.WR Brandon JohnsonJohnson's catch did not look easy. Because it wasn't. It came on an intermediate route in which Johnson was on the right side, going toward the sideline. The Mendoza pass was low, so Johnson laid out and dug it out to secure the catch. High degree of difficulty on that one.CB Jermod McCoyPlaying the left outside cornerback spot, he came off his man on a short pass completion. The catch was made -- perhaps by RB Roman Hemby, but it was hard to tell -- so McCoy pulled at it and ripped it loose. Then picked it up and ran it back for a touchdown. I guess he's healthy.This article originally appeared on Raiders Wire: 4 standouts for Raiders on training camp day 2

Elijah Bieniemy the son of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy will not appear in court until undergoing a mental-health competency evaluation, per court records. Elijah, 27, was arrested Monday and charged with malicious wounding, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, and discharge of a firearm inside of a dwelling after his mother, Mia, was reportedly shot in the chest and arm. In a court filing, Elijahs public defender argued that Elijah appears to suffer from significant mental health issues and does not appear able to assist in his own defense at the present time, per The Athletic. Elijahs public defender filed for two motions, one of which a request for a mental-health competency evaluation was granted. The other motion, a request for a mental-health evaluation was temporarily withdrawn, per The Athletic. Due to the evaluation, the judge set Elijahs preliminary hearing to Sept. 9. Following the shooting, Mia was transported to the hospital and was said to be stable, according to Chiefs head coach Andy Reid. On Wednesday, Reid announced Mia was doing great and was out of the Intensive Care Unit. There is no timetable on Erics return to the Chiefs. If Elijahs preliminary hearing takes place as currently scheduled, it would occur just days before the Chiefs take on the Denver Broncos in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL regular season.

Gladbach open to Giovanni Reyna transfer as Strasbourg plan a moveRC Strasbourg are pushing to sign Giovanni Reyna and have already opened talks with both the player and Borussia Mnchengladbach, according to Sky Germany's Florian Plettenberg.While negotiations are still at an early stage and no agreement is close, Strasbourg are actively working on a deal for the United States international.Plettenberg adds that Gladbach would be open to letting Reyna leave if a suitable offer arrives.The 23-year-old only joined Gladbach last summer after leaving Borussia Dortmund and is now attracting interest from France, with Strasbourg emerging as a potential destination should talks progress in the coming weeks.

Across the NFL, players have unique indicators that tell them when they're ready for training camp and the start of the season. For some, there's a longing to return to the game or their teammates. Others might successfully hit a specific goal relative to weight gain or weight loss, or with their playbook. Bengals tight end Erick All Jr. was attempting to cross a street in Greece in June when knew he was ready for Bengals training camp this summer, and the realization literally hit him as he was struck by a three-wheeled vehicle and thrown.All spoke on his harrowing experience after Day 2 of Bengals training camp July 30 at Paycor Stadium. His recounting of the incident was playful, and he was able to laugh and smile as he conveyed the details, including that the driver of the three-wheeled appeared to be fleeing someone or something.All said he wasn't seriously injured by the collision. In fact, it fired him up. "It was really huge. It was huge for my confidence," All said. "That did a lot of good things for the mental, I'm telling you... He hit me pretty good. I think that guy was trying to 'get out of Dodge.' It's a little different out there."It could have been very bad." Prior to being struck by a vehicle, All was looking to bounce back from surgeries that caused him to miss the 2025 season. Evidently, the surgeries and being tossed around on a Grecian street by a moving vehicle won't deter him from attempting to contribute in 2026."I feel like I'm ready to go full-go," All said. "I feel great." This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Erick All Jr. knew he was ready for Bengals camp when a vehicle hit him

NEW DELHI: Ajinkya Rahane's decision to retire from international cricket on Thursday triggered an outpouring of tributes from some of Indian sport's biggest names, with Sachin Tendulkar leading the emotional farewell by recalling the qualities that defined the veteran batter's remarkable career.Rahane, who represented India in 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is between 2011 and 2023, brought the curtain down on an international career highlighted by his calm leadership during India's historic 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph in Australia.Among the many messages, Tendulkar's stood out for its personal touch, having shared both the Mumbai dressing room and the crease with Rahane early in his career."Congratulations on a remarkable career, @ajinkyarahane88. The first time we batted together for Mumbai, I saw someone who never chased moments. They came to you because you were willing to do the hard yards for the team," Tendulkar wrote on X.Reflecting on Rahane's defining captaincy stint in Australia, the batting legend added: "That same quality defined your finest hour in Australia. You showed that composure isn't the opposite of aggression. It is often what gives a team the confidence to be fearless. Congratulations on a wonderful career! Wishing you and your family all the very best." sachin_rt (@sachin_rt) Tendulkar was at the other end when Rahane made his Test debut against Australia in Delhi in 2013, encouraging the youngster to embrace the occasion.Shastri recalls 'yeoman service' to Indian cricketFormer India head coach Ravi Shastri, under whom Rahane enjoyed many of his biggest Test successes, also paid tribute to the veteran batter."One of India's most committed cricketers who was an integral part of my tenure as coach and gave yeoman service to Mumbai and Indian cricket. Well done Jinks." RaviShastriOfc (@RaviShastriOfc) Rahane's finest chapter came under Shastri's coaching when he stepped in for Virat Kohli after the Adelaide Test in 2020 and led an injury-ravaged Indian side to a memorable 2-1 series victory in Australia, including the famous triumph at the Gabba.Cricket fraternity celebrates Rahane's legacyCheteshwar Pujara congratulated his long-time batting partner on "a career you can be incredibly proud of," saying it had been an honour sharing countless partnerships and memories with him.The BCCI thanked Rahane for his "immense contribution to Indian cricket and all the memories that will be cherished forever." BCCI (@BCCI) Former opener Virender Sehwag described Rahane as "one of the most underrated cricketers" and hailed him as "the man who led India to its greatest ever overseas Test series win," adding that he "never made any noise and kept giving his best."Shikhar Dhawan remembered Rahane as a composed leader and dependable teammate, while former all-rounder Irfan Pathan thanked him for creating "outstanding Australian memories."Double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu also joined the tributes, recalling Rahane's memorable 103 at Lord's in 2014, calling it an innings of "immense character and class."Rahane retires with 5,077 Test runs, including 12 centuries, and an unbeaten record as India's Test captain, having registered four wins and two draws in six matches. His calm leadership, resilience under pressure and ability to deliver in overseas conditions remain defining features of a career that earned widespread respect across the cricketing world.

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