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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMZay Flowers praises Lamar Jacksons leadership and JaKobi Lanes growthThe Baltimore Ravens expect wide receiver Zay Flowers to play a major role in their offense this season. His quarterback, Lamar Jackson, is already on record. During QB1's first interview at training camp, he went on record to predict "a record-breaking year."As excited as that sounds, this train is just getting going. Ravens fans are enjoying expectations. The bandwagon is certain to add new passengers. During a recent conversation with reporters, the Pro Bowl receiver shifted the spotlight elsewhere.Zay Flowers says Lamar Jackson continues to raise the standard.Flowers couldn't say enough about quarterback Lamar Jackson's leadership, and he was equally enthusiastic when discussing rookie receiver Ja'Kobi Lane. While one has already established himself as one of the NFL's elite quarterbacks and the other is just beginning his professional career, Flowers believes both are helping shape Baltimore's offense in different ways.Rather than focusing on Jackson's arm talent or athletic ability, Flowers took a different approach. He pointed to the work the two have put in behind the scenes."I will say I took it to another level, definitely because you have to make an impression [with] new coaches [and a] new coaching staff. It's something new. The last system we were in, you can get used to something. Then when you get used to it, you can kind of find your ways around it and do things. But [in] this [system], I just want to make a good impression, be back in top-tier shape and put it on the field."Flowers' comments reinforce a recurring theme throughout training camp. Jackson isn't simply learning a new offense. He's helping teammates master it alongside him. Whether through extra conversations, additional film study, or building chemistry outside scheduled practices, Baltimore's franchise quarterback continues to set the tone for the offense. For Flowers, that commitment makes Jackson as valuable off the field as he is on it.Zay Flowers believes Ja'Kobi Lane has a bright futureFlowers was just as complimentary when the conversation turned to Lane. The six-foot-four, 200-pound rookie is already making his impression felt at practice. "Oh, I love [Ja'Kobi Lane]. He works every day. He's willing to listen. He takes keys from everybody, and then he applies them. So, he is learning fast. He is learning fast, and he is keeping up with the tempo so that is good to see."Compliments from veterans during training camp are common, but Flowers' praise carried extra weight because it focused on Lane's approach rather than simply his physical talent. The rookie has already earned respect for the way he's attacked practices and embraced the challenge of learning Baltimore's offense. That's often one of the quickest ways for young receivers to gain trust inside an NFL locker room. Lane still has plenty to prove before the regular season begins, but Flowers believes the rookie is on the right path. Jackson and Lane occupy very different stages of their careers. One is the face of the franchise, while the other is trying to establish himself in the league. Yet Flowers' comments connected them through a common thread. That thread is preparation, and in Baltimore, that's becoming one of the defining traits of an offense intent on building something bigger than individual success.This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Zay Flowers praises Lamar Jacksons leadership and JaKobi Lanes growth0 Comments 0 Shares 48 Views 0 Reviews
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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMChelsea fined but avoid suspended points deductionChelsea have been fined 10m and given a suspended ban from registering new players for two transfer windows for breaching rules relating to payments to agents between 2009 and 2022.But the club have had a six-point deduction, which was suspended until 30 June 2027, "set aside" on appeal.Owners Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital self-reported 74 breaches of Football Association rules when they purchased the club in 2022.Chelsea admitted making 47m in secret payments to unregistered agents and third-parties over transfers between 2011 and 2018.The FA said it was "continuing to investigate individual misconduct arising out of this case".The 10m Chelsea have been fined will be invested into grassroots football.In March, Chelsea were given an immediate nine-month academy transfer ban and a 750,000 fine over the registration of academy players between 2019 and 2022.All of the breaches relate to the period when Roman Abramovich was owner of Chelsea.Abramovich was sanctioned by the UK government in March 2022 over alleged links to Russian president Vladimir Putin - something he has denied.He was granted a special licence to sell Chelsea following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, providing he could prove he would not benefit from the sale.More to follow.Latest Chelsea news, analysis and fan viewsAsk about Chelsea - what do you want to know?0 Comments 0 Shares 47 Views 0 Reviews
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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMChelsea fined 10m and handed suspended transfer ban for breaching FAs agent rulesChelsea have been fined 10m and given a suspended two-window transfer ban by an independent appeal board after admitting breaches of Football Association agent rules, the FA has announced. The Blues were charged last September with 74 alleged breaches of the FAs rules around agent regulations, dealing with intermediaries on transfers, and third-party investments in players. They primarily related to the seasons between 2010/11 to 2015/16, which came under the ownership of Roman Abramovich. Chelsea self-reported the breaches after they were discovered by club staff following the change of ownership in 2022 and referred themselves to the FA. The club admitted to all 74 breaches but an independent regulatory commission imposed a six-point deduction, suspended until 2027, as well as a 10m fine. Chelsea have successfully appealed against the six-point penalty, which was instead replaced by the suspended two-window transfer ban. The club said on Friday that it welcomed the FAs verdict, although the FA will continue to investigate individual misconduct arising out of this case. A club statement said: Chelsea Football Club is pleased to confirm that a final decision has been reached by The FAs judicial bodies in relation to historical regulatory matters that were self-reported by the club.In 2022, the club self-reported potential historical rule breaches to all applicable regulators. Following that report, it has worked openly and transparently with all regulators, including voluntarily and proactively disclosing many thousands of documents.As previously announced, settlement agreements have been entered into with Uefa and the Premier League concerning the same self-reported regulatory matters and topics that have been addressed before. The club is pleased to confirm that, now The FA process has concluded, this brings all regulatory proceedings against the club to a close. We are grateful to Uefa, the Premier League and The FA for their engagement with the club throughout these processes.More follows0 Comments 0 Shares 50 Views 0 Reviews
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Heat Pump Cabin Dehumidifiers Market to Reach USD 1.76 Billion by 2036The global Heat Pump Cabin Dehumidifiers Market is projected to be valued at USD 0.53 billion in 2026 and is expected to reach USD 1.76 billion by 2036, registering a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.9% during the forecast period, according to Fact.MR. The market is expanding as automotive manufacturers increasingly adopt advanced cabin climate control technologies that improve...0 Comments 0 Shares 46 Views 0 Reviews
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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMLuis Arraez Fantasy Baseball Landing Spots That Could Boost His ValueSan Francisco Giants second baseman Luis Arraez will be a welcomed addition to any team that decides to trade for him. Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters ConnectAs the trade deadline approaches, few offensive targets present as unique or impactful a profile as Luis Arraez. In a modern game dominated by elevated strikeout rates and boom-or-bust power, Arraez stands out as baseball's top pure contact hitter. For contenders searching for a true top-of-the-order threat, Arraez represents the ultimate midseason catalyst capable of raising a team's October ceiling.New York Yankees: The Everyday Table-SetterIf Arraez joins the Yankees, he would immediately solve one of their most pressing offensive needs: a permanent, high-level leadoff hitter. New York has cycled through internal options like Anthony Volpe, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Trent Grisham, and Ben Rice without finding a long-term fit.Arraez would serve as the ultimate table-setter ahead of Aaron Judge. While the Yankees' offensive engine thrives on power, they frequently lack high-contact baserunners directly ahead of their main run producers. Slotting Arraez and his league-leading contact rates at the top of the order ensures Judge and company consistently hit with runners in scoring position. Beyond his elite situational hitting in the late innings, Arraez offers practical defensive flexibility across second base, first base, and DH.Boston Red Sox: Fenway Fit & Win-Now ValueAdding Arraez to the Red Sox gives Boston another top-tier bat while stabilizing a second-base position that has suffered from inconsistent production. His spray-hitting approach is tailor-made for Fenway Park. He can line outer-third pitches off the Green Monster or flick late-count pitches down the short right-field line.Slotting Arraez near the top of the lineup (potentially in the No. 2 spot) would create continuous run-scoring opportunities and force pitchers into stressful at-bats before facing Boston's power core. On an expiring contract, Arraez represents a classic win-now acquisition: he elevates the offense for a playoff run without requiring a long-term extension or blocking top prospects. He offers maximum offensive impact with minimal long-term risk.Seattle Mariners: High-Contact Spark PlugSeattle is in desperate need of contact hitters to reduce team swing-and-miss rates, particularly against elite relief pitching. Even in a pitcher-friendly environment like T-Mobile Park, Arraez's rare bat-to-ball skills should allow him to thrive. Hitting at the top of the order gives Julio Rodriguez and the middle of the lineup consistent run-scoring opportunities, while offering opposing pitchers a completely different look from Seattle's power-first hitters.A move to Seattle raises Arraez's fantasy floor considerably. Hitting ahead of Rodriguez keeps his run-scoring totals high, even if his RBI opportunities drop slightly in a leadoff role. Fantasy managers can lock in elite batting average, steady run production, and guaranteed everyday playing time, making him a high-end option in both points and Roto formats for teams looking to dominate the batting average category.Texas Rangers: High-Contact BalanceThe Rangers could use another high-contact bat near the top of their order, making Arraez an ideal candidate. Arguably the best contact hitter in baseball, Arraez routinely posts sub-5% strikeout rates alongside elite contact metrics. He would likely slide into the first or second spot ahead of middle-of-the-order run producers like Corey Seager, Wyatt Langford, and Jake Burger..@JeffPassan lists the Rangers and the Rays as potential fits for Luis Arraez. pic.twitter.com/mLJEGNbgSQ- SleeperMLB (@SleeperMLB) July 28, 2026While Texas possesses dynamic power throughout its roster, power-heavy lineups can periodically fall into high-strikeout slumps. Arraez provides the ultimate counterweight: putting the ball in play, grinding down opposing pitchers, and moving runners over in close games. Joining Texas would significantly boost his run-scoring upside, as the Rangers' lineup depth could push his batting average back toward elite territory.Sign up for our free newsletter and follow us on Facebook, X, and Instagram for all the latest news.Today's best readsYankees' Giancarlo Stanton Continues Fantasy Baseball Tumble With Latest Injury NewsTop Prospect George Lombard Jr Being Called Up Could Be A Fantasy Baseball Disaster For Another Yankees Star4 MLB Trade Deadline Deals We Want To See For Fantasy Baseball: The Phillies Add Byron Buxton To Their LineupFantasy Baseball Injury Updates (Hitters): Vladimir Guerrero Jr Out Of The Lineup While Bobby Witt Jr Ramps UpFantasy Baseball Injury Updates (Pitchers): Edwin Diaz And Another Star Both Back On The Mound TodayThis article was originally published on www.si.com/onsi/fantasy as Luis Arraez Fantasy Baseball Landing Spots That Could Boost His Value.0 Comments 0 Shares 23 Views 0 Reviews
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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMJohn Stones and Giuseppe Bergomi's meetingJohn Stones and Giuseppe Bergomi's meetingJohn Stones' first day as a Nerazzurro featured a welcome with great symbolic meaning. Waiting to greet him at Inter HQ was Giuseppe Bergomi, the Club's legendary former captain, who welcomed the English defender as he began his journey in the Nerazzurri colours. The pair shared a special moment, during which Stones was introduced to Inter's history and tradition. To mark the occasion, Bergomi presented the Club's new defender with a selection of memorabilia, including his iconic number 2 shirt: a symbolic gesture to reflect the passing on of a legacy built on belonging, identity, and pride.0 Comments 0 Shares 24 Views 0 Reviews
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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMDaniel Cormier: 'Crazy' Jon Jones and I never had conversation about our beefDaniel Cormier denies ever telling Jon Jones that he's keeping their rivalry alive for the cameras.Cormier and Jones' rivalry is well-documented. Although their UFC light heavyweight title fights took place a decade ago, the pair continued to trade barbs over the years including during their filming of ALF Global's "Alf Reality" series.Jones claimed that Cormier had a private conversation with him, where he admitted that their beef has made him so much money that he can never be friends with him in front of the people. Cormier reminded Jones that not too long ago, he called him a d*ckhead."How does a person go from, 'He's such an a**hole' to now, 'I would love to have this relationship with him and he doesn't hate me?','" Cormier said on his YouTube channel. "That just didn't happen. ... This is not a conversation that Jon and I had. It just isn't. Have I made a lot of money because Jon Jones and I have been on the wrong side of each other? Yes. And so did Muhammad Ali with Joe Frazier, and so did Muhammad Ali with George Foreman and I'm not comparing myself to him. So did Khabib (Nurmagomedov) with Conor McGregor, and Conor McGregor with other people. You always need a person on the other side in order to make the big dollars. That is not a false thing. Jon and I got big money to go to Thailand."Of course, we make money because our rivalry has been what it's been, but it doesn't mean that it's fabricated. I have told you guys on this show: It's not what it used to be. We can operate around each other. It's actually tolerable being in a certain space with Jon Jones without having to feel that we're going to run at each other and start fighting at every turn. That doesn't mean that I'm forgiving all the wrongdoings and all the things that happened over the course of the career, or I forget all the things we said. Nasty, nasty things about each other, we said nasty stuff things about each other's families. That stuff doesn't just go away unless you're crazy. And I think Jon's crazy."Jones beat Cormier twice in the octagon, first by unanimous decision at UFC 182, then by knockout at UFC 214 which was later overturned to a no contest when Jonestested positive for a turinabol metabolite.This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: Daniel Cormier: 'Crazy' Jon Jones and I never had conversation about our beef0 Comments 0 Shares 23 Views 0 Reviews
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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMFantasy Football Rankings 2026: Jahmyr Gibbs, Bijan Robinson headline top 200 overallTraining camp is finally here, signaling the start of fantasy football season. Early drafts are on the horizon and the Rotoworld team has already compiled their Top 200 Rankings for the 2026 season.These rankings will be updated throughout the summer with training camp news and any final free agent signings or trades.2026 Rotoworld Fantasy Football Team Previews HubGet ready for 2026 fantasy football drafts with in-depth previews for all 32 teams throughout the summer. Rotoworld Staff,RankNameTeamPositionPosition Rank1Jahmyr GibbsDETRBRB12Bijan RobinsonATLRBRB23JaMarr ChaseCINWRWR14Puka NacuaLARWRWR25Jaxon Smith-NjigbaSEAWRWR36Christian McCaffreySFRBRB37Amon-Ra St. BrownDETWRWR48Jonathan TaylorINDRBRB49Justin JeffersonMINWRWR510CeeDee LambDALWRWR611James CookBUFRBRB512Saquon BarkleyPHIRBRB613DeVon AchaneMIARBRB714Drake LondonATLWRWR715Ashton JeantyLVRBRB816Nico CollinsHOUWRWR817Brock BowersLVTETE118Derrick HenryBALRBRB919Kenneth Walker IIIKCRBRB1021Chase BrownCINRBRB1122Omarion HamptonLACRBRB1223A.J. BrownPHIWRWR920George PickensDALWRWR1025Malik NabersNYGWRWR1124Trey McBrideARITETE226Jeremiyah LoveARIRBRB1327Breece HallNYJRBRB1428Kyren WilliamsLARRBRB1529Travis Etienne Jr.NORBRB1630Tetairoa McmillanCARWRWR1231Josh AllenBUFQBQB132Josh JacobsGBRBRB1733Javonte WilliamsDALRBRB1834Tee HigginsCINWRWR1339Rashee RiceKCWRWR1435Chris OlaveNOWRWR1536Bucky IrvingTBRBRB1937Lamar JacksonBALQBQB238Zay FlowersBALWRWR1640Colston LovelandCHITETE341Ladd McConkeyLACWRWR1742Emeka EgbukaTBWRWR1843Cam SkatteboNYGRBRB2044David MontgomeryHOURBRB2145DeVonta SmithPHIWRWR1946Garrett WilsonNYJWRWR2047DAndre SwiftCHIRBRB2248Jayden DanielsWASQBQB349Quinshon JudkinsCLERBRB2350Mike EvansSFWRWR2151Jaylen WaddleDENWRWR2252Bhayshul TutenJAXRBRB2453Luther Burden IIICHIWRWR2354TreVeyon HendersonNERBRB2555Joe BurrowCINQBQB456Davante AdamsLARWRWR2457Jadarian PriceSEARBRB2658Drake MayeNEQBQB559Terry McLaurinWASWRWR2560Jameson WilliamsDETWRWR2661Tyler WarrenINDTETE462Carnell TateTENWRWR2763Jalen HurtsPHIQBQB664Christian WatsonGBWRWR2865Jaylen WarrenPITRBRB2766Blake CorumLARRBRB2867D.J. MooreBUFWRWR2968Chuba HubbardCARRBRB2969Rome OdunzeCHIWRWR3070Brian Thomas Jr.JAXWRWR3171Jordyn TysonNOWRWR3272Dak PrescottDALQBQB773Marvin Harrison Jr.ARIWRWR3374Tony PollardTENRBRB3075Kyle MonangaiCHIRBRB3176Makai LemonPHIWRWR3477Harold FanninCLETETE578Rico DowdlePITRBRB3279DK MetcalfPITWRWR3580Josh DownsINDWRWR3681Rhamondre StevensonNERBRB3382Justin HerbertLACQBQB883Jordan AddisonMINWRWR3784Parker WashingtonJAXWRWR3885J.K. DobbinsDENRBRB3486Jakobi MeyersJAXWRWR3987RJ HarveyDENRBRB3588Tucker KraftGBTETE689Jayden ReedGBWRWR4090Michael WilsonARIWRWR4191Patrick MahomesKCQBQB992Sam LaPortaDETTETE793Caleb WilliamsCHIQBQB1094Alec PierceINDWRWR4295Courtland SuttonDENWRWR4396Chris GodwinTBWRWR4497Kyle PittsATLTETE898Rachaad WhiteWASRBRB3699Aaron JonesMINRBRB37100Jaxson DartNYGQBQB11101WanDale RobinsonTENWRWR45102Chris RodriguezJAXRBRB38103Kenneth GainwellTBRBRB39104Romeo DoubsNEWRWR46105Xavier WorthyKCWRWR47106Jordan LoveGBQBQB12107Jonathon BrooksCARRBRB40108Brock PurdySFQBQB13109KC ConcepcionCLEWRWR48110Jordan MasonMINRBRB41111Jacory Croskey-MerrittWASRBRB42112Quentin JohnstonLACWRWR49113Matthew StaffordLARQBQB14114Keaton MitchellLACRBRB43115Jake FergusonDALTETE9116Woody MarksHOURBRB44117Trevor LawrenceJAXQBQB15118Dalton KincaidBUFTETE10119Travis KelceKCTETE11120Travis HunterJAXWRWR50121Jared GoffDETQBQB16122Michael Pittman Jr.PITWRWR51123Tyrone Tracy Jr.NYGRBRB45124Matthew GoldenGBWRWR52125Kyler MurrayMINQBQB17126Mark AndrewsBALTETE12127Bo NixDENQBQB18128Khalil ShakirBUFWRWR53130George KittleSFTETE13131Tyler AllgeierARIRBRB46133Omar Cooper Jr.NYJWRWR54134Stefon DiggsFAWRWR55136Jayden HigginsHOUWRWR56132Baker MayfieldTBQBQB19135Dallas GoedertPHITETE14144Deebo SamuelFAWRWR57137Jalen CokerCARWRWR58138Dylan SampsonCLERBRB47139Tyjae SpearsTENRBRB48140Oronde Gadsden IILACTETE15141Jauan JenningsMINWRWR59142Rashid ShaheedSEAWRWR60143Sam DarnoldSEAQBQB20146Tyler ShoughNOQBQB21150Juwan JohnsonNOTETE16148Zach CharbonnetSEARBRB49145DeZhaun StriblingSFWRWR61149Brian Robinson Jr.ATLRBRB50147Calvin RidleyTENWRWR62151Isaiah LikelyNYGTETE17152Isiah PachecoDETRBRB51153Tre TuckerLVWRWR63154Denzel BostonCLEWRWR64155Jonah ColemanDENRBRB52156Germie BernardPITWRWR65157Jalen McMillanTBWRWR66158Hunter HenryNETETE18159C.J. StroudHOUQBQB22160Tre HarrisLACWRWR67161Jalen NailorLVWRWR68162Braelon AllenNYJRBRB53163Antonio WilliamsWASWRWR69164Brenton StrangeJAXTETE19165Adonai MitchellNYJWRWR70166Ted HurstTBWRWR71167Daniel JonesINDQBQB23168Jerry JeudyCLEWRWR72169Malik WashingtonMIAWRWR73170Emmett JohnsonKCRBRB54171Alvin KamaraNORBRB55172T.J. HockensonMINTETE20173Tank DellHOUWRWR74174Kayshon BoutteNEWRWR75175Sean TuckerTBRBRB56176Malik WillisMIAQBQB24177Isaac TeSlaaDETWRWR76178Zachariah BranchATLWRWR77179Chig OkonkwoWASTETE21180Kenyon SadiqNYJTETE22182Cooper KuppSEAWRWR78183Tank BigsbyPHIRBRB57184Dontayvion WicksPHIWRWR79186Nick SingletonTENRBRB58187Jaydon BlueDALRBRB59188Elijah SarrattBALWRWR80129Ricky PearsallSFWRWR81189Pat BryantDENWRWR82190Skyler BellBUFWRWR83191Dalton SchultzHOUTETE23192Kaytron AllenWASRBRB60193George HolaniSEARBRB61194A.J. BarnerSEATETE24195Mike WashingtonLVRBRB62196Ray DavisBUFRBRB63199MarShawn LloydGBRBRB64198Rashod BatemanBALWRWR84181JaKobi LaneBALWRWR85200Christian KirkSFWRWR86197Darnell MooneyNYGWRWR87185Brandon AiyukSFWRWR880 Comments 0 Shares 23 Views 0 Reviews
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SPORTS.YAHOO.COMBen Johnson on handling hype: We're the No. 1 regression candidateLiam Coen and Ben Johnson oversaw major turnarounds in their first seasons as NFL head coaches in 2025 and they've been linked again by the topic of motivating their teams for the coming season. In a recent interview, Coen said it has been easy to motivate his players with the Jaguars by pointing out how they've been overlooked despite a 13-win season. Coen said on 1010XL that he doesnt see any discussion of his team while scrolling the NFL's website, but sees 40 pictures of Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. During a Friday press conference, Johnson was asked if he'd heard Coen's comments and whether he feels he has the opposite problem with the Bears because there is more hype around the team. Were the number one regression candidate, so I think weve got plenty of motivation ourselves," Johnson said. "We talked about Caleb in the past. Hes used to handling a lot of attention, so Im not worried about that.There are plenty of cases in NFL history of teams that take big strides one season without being able to sustain that growth in the years to come. Coen and Johnson are coming at that challenge from different angles, but both will have to succeed in order to set themselves up for long runs in their current jobs.0 Comments 0 Shares 23 Views 0 Reviews