New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel gave an update on rookie quarterback Behren Mortons progress and role with the team prior to the start of the teams seventh training camp practice.Speaking to reporters on Saturday, Vrabel stated that Morton has been developing well with the valuable workload that he has been given in practice thus far.I think hes got a live arm, Vrabel said. I think that he learns quickly. I think hes been able to operate that third group and get those guys going and build a connection with some of the young receivers.The Patriots selected Morton with the No. 234th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. The Texas Tech product had a strong senior year with the Red Raiders last season, having led the Big 12 in completion rate at 66 percent and thrown for 2,780 yards.Morton is currently the Patriots third string quarterback behind Drake Maye and Tommy DeVito. Vrabel has given Morton a healthy share of opportunities in practice this summer, which has the rookie quarterback in position to make an even greater impression on the coaching staff and vie for a larger role on the depth chart for the remainder of the offseason.I think its just a balance, Vrabel said regarding the seemingly larger amount of reps that Morton has gotten compared to last seasons third-string quarterback in training camp. Its just trying to find a balance of, how much does Tommy need as the backup? And how much does Behren need as a young player that we are excited about developing. And then be able to, at some point, put him in a competition for that job.The Patriots have six more training camp practices after their go-round on Saturday, including three joint practices, which will give Morton more opportunities to develop under Vrabel.Follow Patriots Wire onTwitterandFacebook.This article originally appeared on Patriots Wire: Mike Vrabel thinks Patriots rookie QB has 'live arm' in training camp

Real Madrid seal deal for Hugo GinerLa Liga giants Real Madrid have late this week closed a deal for a fresh addition to the clubs defensive ranks at academy level. This comes after Los Blancos reached an agreement with Valencia to bring in youngster Hugo Giner.Giner, for his part, is a 17-year-old defender, who chiefly operates at left-back. The teen has long been considered one of the standout up-and-coming talents in Valencias famed youth system, hailed for his abilities on both sides of the ball.Such gifts have seen Giner already establish himself as a Spanish youth international, boasting the captains armband at club level, too.Safe to say, then, that all of a Los Che persuasion will no doubt be disappointed to learn of the latest developments surrounding their young stoppers future.As per a report from COPE:This is a high-profile signing in youth football.Real Madrid have acquired Hugo Giner, one of the brightest talents from the Valencia CF Academy.Ahead of the expiration of the full-backs contract in 12 months time, the brass at the Santiago Bernabu worked out an agreement with their Mestalla counterparts regarding compensation for the final year of Giners deal.Conor Laird GSFN

The San Francisco 49ers announced Aug. 1 that wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will be placed on Injured Reserve, ending his 2026 season before it began.Niners GM John Lynch told reporters on Aug. 1 that Pearsall will have season-ending surgery to repair the PCL in his knee, an injury that he suffered last season.While the hope was to avoid surgery, ultimately, Pearsall did not recover to the point that he was able to play without it."Most (PCL injuries) resolve themselves without surgery," Lynch said. "Unfortunately, Rickys did not. He did well throughout the offseason. He got to the point that he ramped it up to last gear right before camp. And he came to camp and the rigors of camp, competition and whatnot, he swelled up right away."Pearsall sat out three days into training camp with pain from a swollen knee and missed San Francisco's July 29 practice, causing concern amongst the team's decision-makers.San Francisco had searched for someone to fill the void at wideout following Pearsall's injury and the ongoing Brandon Aiyuk saga, resulting in a reunion with Deebo Samuel Sr.Pearsall's IR designation made room on the roster for the return of Samuel, the team said. Samuel signed with the 49ers, finalizing a return to the team that drafted him in the second round of the 2019 NFL Draft.The veteran receiver signed a one-year deal, worth up to $7 million on July 30, as confirmed by USA TODAY Sports' Tyler Dragon.Ricky Pearsall injury updateThe 25-year-old receiver he suffered the PCL injury in Week 4 during the 2025 season. Pearsall started in nine games for San Francisco where he posted career-highs with 36 receptions for 528 yards in the 2025 season.He dealt with his knee injury throughout all last season that kept him out six contests.The 49ers later said they would be "exploring all options," including surgery. As a result, Pearsall will be sidelined for the entire 2026 season.This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Ricky Pearsall injury update: 49ers wide receiver out for 2026 season

The Justice Department moved to dismiss the criminal case against Olympian David Hearn, who was alleged to have vandalized the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting pool, acknowledging the damage to the pool "was the result of flawed installation by the contractor."Hearn pleaded not guilty to a felony destruction of property charge earlier this month after the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro accused him of allegedly "forcefully and violently" ripping up parts of the pool floor.Pirro's office said in a filing Friday seeking to drop the case that it only learned of evidence pointing to "a rushed and flawed installation process" after Hearn had been indicted by a grand jury.Finn Gomez/Getty Images - PHOTO: The drained Reflecting Pool and Lincoln Memorial are seen on the National Mall on July 22, 2026, in Washington, DC. The filing stated Pirro herself visited the Reflecting Pool on July 17 after it had been fully drained and became aware of significant damage throughout the pool area, which spurred the DOJ to request all documents from the U.S. Interior Department about how the pool was lined.Olympian David Hearn indicted for alleged vandalism of Reflecting PoolThose documents indicated a flawed installation by the contractor, Atlantic Industrial Coatings, "with repeated failures of the lining during the installation process, and extensive peeling of the lining throughout the Reflecting Pool" and a rush to complete the renovation project before the America 250 celebration on July 4, according to the filing.Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images, FILE - PHOTO: U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro speaks during a press conference at the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia on July 2, 2026, in Washington, D.C. "Because these recently-produced materials significantly undermine the evidentiary basis for the indictment initially supplied by the DOI and U.S. Park Police, the USAO-DC respectively moves to dismiss the indictment without prejudice," the court filing said, meaning the case could be brought again.The filing includes an email sent on June 11 by a National Park Service engineer to others in the Department of the Interior describing their "concern" that overspray of the new pool coating along the perimeter of the pool could lead to a one-to-two-foot strip "that is vulnerable to peeling."Some of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool liner appears to be falling apartThat was the area along the perimeter that Hearn was alleged to have pulled up, according to the filing.At a news conference on July 2 announcing Hearn's indictment, Pirro told reporters that the "the evidence shows and we will prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Hearn willfully destroyed property at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool," and she said the evidence showed that Hearn was observed"forcefully and violently" removing liner material from the bottom of the pool.Mark Schiefelbein/AP Photo, FILE - PHOTO: APTOPIX Lincoln Memorial Reflecting PoolThe filing from her office on Friday concluded: "Given all of this newly discovered information, it is difficult to attribute the widespread damage to the Reflecting Pool to vandalism, let alone to establish that fact beyond a reasonable doubt."Attorneys representing Hearn said in a statement Friday that the case against their client should never have been brought."Its dismissal today does not erase the abuse of government power in arresting and charging a patriotic American who did nothing wrong. The government's approach was ready, fire, aim," the statement from attorneys Norm Eisen, Mary Dohrmann and Steve Levin said.Elizabeth Frantz/Reuters, FILE - PHOTO: Former U.S. Olympic canoeist David Hearn exits the courthouse following his arraignment on a felony destruction of property charge related to vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, at DC Superior Court in Washington, July 9, 2026."The administration owes Mr. Hearn an apology," they added.The U.S. attorney's office declined to comment on the dismissal of charges.It is not known when the judge will make a decision on the U.S. attorney's motion.Billed as a signature project to beautify Washington, D.C. by President Donald Trump, the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was plaguedwith algae and peeling paint since the $16 million renovationof the landmark was completed.Trump has repeatedly blamed the issues on vandals, including one he said used a boxcutter or knife to make a more than 300-foot gash in the pool.Reflecting Pool renovations to cost more than $16 millionAt the time, five people had been arrested and five others issued federal citations for alleged vandalism at the Reflecting Pool, according to the Interior Department.On Saturday, the president chastised Pirro in a social media post for dropping the charges, though he acknowledged there may have "been some contractor difficulty" with the project."I disagree 100% with Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, on the Reflecting Pool. I dont know what she was thinking? To me, it was a pure case of VANDALISM," he wrote.Atlantic Industrial Coatings was paid more than $14.6 million to resurface the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, according to the most recent federal contracting records.The company was awarded the contract after a no-bid process in part to expedite the project in time for July 4.Last month, the company acknowledged in a statement that "some areas in the Reflecting Pool" required repairs. The company did not immediately respond to a request for comment about the DOJ's conclusions about the damage to the pool.ABC News' Peter Charalambous and Emily Change contributed to this report.

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The Miami football program added an elite recruit to its 2027 recruiting class on Friday. Five-star cornerback Amir Sears committed to the Hurricanes after recently reclassifying to the 2027 class. MORE:Indiana football coach Curt Cignetti rips SEC hype machineSears is the second-best recruit in Florida and the No. 11 overall recruit in the nation, per 247Sports Composite rankings. Hes one of the top recruits in the Hurricanes 2027 class, which is now ranked second in the country behind the Texas A&M Aggies, per 247Sports. The Hurricanes are set to make another run at a national title this season after coming so close to winning it all last season. They got to the College Football Playoff National Championship Game before losing to the Indiana Hoosiers, 27-21. The Hurricanes are also looking to win the ACC title this upcoming season after the Duke Blue Devils won it last year. Hurricanes head coach Mario Cristobal is heading into his fifth season at the helm and has a 35-19 record over the last four seasons. The first two seasons of his tenure were a bit rocky, but he has done a much better job over the last two years. Were officially four weeks away from the start of the 2026 college football season, and the Hurricanes will open the year against the Stanford Cardinal on Sept. 4. Their first ACC game will be on Sept. 18 against the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. Kickoff for the Hurricanes-Cardinal contest will be at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN. Enjoy free coverage of the top news & trending stories with The Big Lead Newsletter

ST. LOUIS, MO - MARCH 26: Ryne Stanek #55 of the St. Louis Cardinals takes the field during player introductions prior to the game between the Tampa Bay Rays and the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on Thursday, March 26, 2026 in St. Louis, Missouri. (Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)MLB Photos via Getty ImagesWith the St. Louis Cardinals shifting from unexpected postseason hopefuls to near-certain deadline sellers over the past two weeks, the clubhouse has experienced plenty of anxiety.As the front office determines which veterans can be traded away from some younger talent, trade rumors around the team are now consistent. During a recent interview with MLB Network, veteran Cardinals reliever Ryne Stanek admitted that teammates have been asking him what to expect and whether or not they might be traded.While the interview was mostly focused on the Cardinals intention to sell, host Harold Reynolds did ask Stanek, a veteran of numerous trade deadline transactions, what its like when your team opts to acquire win-now talent."It's always cool, Stanek responded. It's just a little jolt of life. Going like, 'Oh, we're pushing for it. We know where we're trying to head' and some extra reinforcements always kind of bump the morale in the right direction.FORBES | By Peter ChawagaPhillies Former Trade Deadline Addition Violates $20 Million Deal With Viral Scooter AccidentSt. Louis Cardinals Veteran Praises Trade Deadline Acquisitions As Team Moves Toward SellingOnly weeks ago, St. Louis might have been positioned to buy. Instead, a difficult stretch after the All-Star break made it clear that the team should stick with a longer-term rebuilding plan. That could include swapping Stanek for a promising prospect."The Cardinals' skid coming out of the All-Star break has dropped them below .500 and cemented them as sellers, Steve Adams wrote for MLB Trade Rumors. Recently extended infielder and Rookie of the Year candidate JJ Wetherholt obviously isn't going anywhere, and the Cardinals aren't moving Home Run Derby champ Jordan Walker now that he's finally enjoying a breakout performance. Beyond the list of usual suspects known to be available Dustin May, JoJo Romero, Ryne Stanek, Lars Nootbaar the Cardinals are at least open to offers on first baseman Alec Burleson"As a result, Stanek's comments on MLB Network carry some additional significance because he experienced both sides of the deadline equation as a player whose team brought in reinforcements as well as one who seems likely to be traded away.FORBES | By Peter ChawagaAlex Cora Sends Message As Red Sox Surge Into The Trade DeadlineWithout HimSt. Louis Cardinals Veteran Acknowledges Reality Of Deadline DealsStanek has spent enough time around the league to understand why contenders value experienced bullpen arms on short-term contracts and the Cardinals might have originally picked him up with the hopes of moving him at this point.The Cardinals signed him hoping his elite velocity would translate into more strikeouts in 2026. Even during a challenging season, Stanek continued to showcase one of baseball's hardest fastballs with a plus slider, splitter and sweeper. His ability to miss bats remained attractive to postseason hopefuls searching for bullpen depth.This article was originally published on Forbes.com

Barcelona identify 26-year-old midfielder as an option after De Jong injury reportBarcelona were dealt a cruel blow at the start of pre-season when it emerged that captain Frenkie de Jong had suffered a medial collateral ligament tear.The Dutchman, who played through the injury at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, possibly aggravating it, is expected to be out for four to five months.De Jong opted against surgery and chose to go with conservative treatment to give him the best chance of returning to the pitch as early as possible.Regardless, for Barcelona and Hansi Flick, he is set to be a huge miss, as the club not only lose one of the best midfielders but also a leader on the pitch.Now, according to Gonzalo Tortosa on El Chiringuito TV, the Catalan club are exploring midfield options to replace the injured Dutchman.Ounahi enters Barcelonas shortlistOn Barcelonas radar. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)Girona midfielder Azzedine Ounahi is emerging as one of the names under consideration.The Morocco international had a good World Cup that saw his stock rise, and he could be on the move this summer following the Catalan clubs relegation to the Segunda.Barcelona have been linked with other midfielders since Frenkies injury, with Rodri the most high-profile name, but the Spaniard looks Real Madrid-bound.Ounahi would represent a very different profile. The 26-year-old is known for his technical ability, progressive carrying and composure in possession.He was one of the breakout stars at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, and his stock has only risen ever since.A more affordable alternative?Unlike Rodri, Ounahi would likely be a far more realistic financial opportunity if Barcelona ultimately decide they need a replacement for De Jong.The clubs priority is still to work around a difficult financial situation, and they need to figure out whether they need to spend money in a position where the club have many options.The concern with the Moroccan, however, is that he is not a natural like-for-like for Frenkie, should Bara choose to pursue him.Expected to leave Girona. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)While he may represent a great market opportunity with Girona now relegated, it is still significant money that Bara will need to spend.Ounahi looked close to an Ajax move until very recently, but it looks like his future is very much up for grabs.Barcelona should promote from withinEven if Barcelona bring in another midfielder, the club already have several internal alternatives.Marc Bernal and Gavi are both set to compete to become starters alongside Pedri. Marc Casado, Brian Farinas, Xavi Espart and Tommy Marques can all stake a claim for a role.While the Ounahi option might have been tantalising in some other scenario, this is not a bullet that Barcelona must bite.The club have other transfer priorities, like striker and central defender, and that is how it should be this summer.

Report: Liverpool star heading for the exit after latest breakthroughCurtis Jones to Inter Milan: Liverpool Weigh 30m Exit Amid Transfer Talks and Szoboszlai FlashpointInter Milan are growing in confidence over a deal for Curtis Jones, with Liverpool facing a situation that increasingly points towards a decision in the coming days rather than the closing stages of the window. According to TeamTalk, the Serie A club believe there is a workable path to signing the midfielder after sustained contact and renewed efforts behind the scenes.The latest offer, reported at 25million, was rejected by Liverpool. That part of the story appears straightforward. What matters now is the next move. Inter are said to be trying to put together a package of around 30million, while Liverpool have been valuing Jones at closer to 35million / 30million, a number the club consider fair in the current Premier League market.There is also a key detail shaping the mood around this case. Jones is entering the final 12 months of his contract, and contract talks with Liverpool are not currently on the agenda. In practical terms, that leaves Liverpool with a choice, either commit fully to an extension plan, or seriously entertain a sale while the player still holds significant market value.Inter Milan push gathers paceInters interest is not new. Their pursuit dates back to January, and the consistency of that attention matters. Clubs do not tend to stay engaged over that length of time without genuine intent. The current feeling is that intermediaries have kept discussions alive and are now looking for a structure that can break the deadlock.Jones, crucially, is understood to be open to the move to Inter. That does not make a transfer inevitable, but it does shift leverage. Once a player is receptive and a buying club senses movement, the pressure often turns to the selling clubs valuation and timing.Iraola wants clarity at LiverpoolAndoni Iraola is described as a huge admirer of Jones and would ideally keep him at Anfield. That is an important part of Liverpools internal picture. Yet there is realism too. If a deal is going to happen, the new head coach wants swift resolution and would prefer matters settled sooner rather than later.Photo: IMAGOThat stance feels logical. Liverpool are still shaping their squad and uncertainty over a homegrown midfielder with senior experience can affect planning, minutes, and recruitment strategy. If Jones stays, Iraola needs him fully aligned. If he goes, Liverpool need time to respond.Szoboszlai incident adds fresh scrutinyThe backdrop to all this has been sharpened by events after the pre-season win over Wrexham. Sources close to Liverpool acknowledged an on-field disagreement involving Jones, Dominik Szoboszlai and Kostas Tsimikas following the final whistle. The report states Jones was left frustrated after Szoboszlai handed the captains armband to Tsimikas when he was substituted, rather than passing it to the England midfielder.Liverpool insist the incident should not be viewed as a major issue inside the dressing room, and that message should be taken seriously. Pre-season moments can be overplayed. Even so, in a transfer situation already carrying uncertainty, any visible flashpoint tends to draw extra attention. Inter, significantly, believe the timing could now work in their favour.Our ViewFrom a worried Liverpool supporters perspective, this feels uncomfortable on a few levels. Jones is one of our own, and those situations always carry more emotion than a normal transfer. If he truly is open to leaving, and if contract talks are going nowhere, then Liverpool may have little option but to act. Even so, accepting around 30million for a homegrown midfielder with Premier League experience feels light in this market.The bigger concern is the message it sends. Iraola may admire Jones, but if a player valued internally is still allowed to drift into the final year of his deal, that points to planning gaps. Supporters will ask why this was allowed to reach such a delicate stage. The Szoboszlai incident may well be minor, and the club are right not to inflate it, but fans know how these moments can become symbolic when a players future is already uncertain.There is also the squad angle. Liverpool need depth, energy and tactical flexibility across midfield, and Jones offers all three when fully engaged. Selling him now only makes sense if the club are convinced his long-term future lies elsewhere, or if a replacement plan is already advanced. Otherwise, there is a risk of weakening the group while trying to tidy up an unresolved contract situation. For supporters watching this unfold, the hope is simple, decide quickly, get full value, and make sure Liverpool come out stronger rather than merely cleaner.

Red Sox vs. Dodgers Series Schedule: Dates, Channels, Streams for AL vs. NL Games originally appeared on NESN. Add NESN as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The Red Sox will attempt to take down the reigning World Series champions when they travel to Los Angeles for an AL vs. NL series against the Dodgers.After a slow start to the 2026 season, Boston rattled off 15 straight wins in July, climbing up the standings and putting the team in position to compete for a playoff spot. The Red Sox will look to keep the Dodgers' bats quiet with an expected rotation of Ranger Suarez, Payton Tolle and Jake Bennett.Los Angeles is nearly 30 games above .500 and once again on track to capture the NL West title. With stars like Shohei Ohtani, Freddie Freeman and World Series MVPYoshinobu Yamamoto on the roster, the Dodgers will give a hot Red Sox squad one of their toughest tests of the year.Here is everything you need to know about Red Sox vs. Dodgers, including TV and streaming options for the series.How to watch Red Sox vs. Dodgers: TV channels, live streamsTV channels:NESN, NBCLive streams:NESN 360,fubo,PeacockGames between the Red Sox and Dodgers will air on NESN (July 31 and Aug. 1) and NBC (Aug. 2). Those games will also be available to stream onNESN 360(July 31 and Aug. 1),fubo(July 31 and Aug. 1) andPeacock(Aug. 2).Fubooffers a free trial for new subscribers, so you can try the service before you buy. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100-plus top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)Red Sox vs. Dodgers series scheduleHere is the full schedule for the Red Sox vs. Dodgers series:DateOpponent/ResultTime (ET)TV/Live streamJuly 31Red Sox 9, Dodgers 4Aug. 1at Dodgers9:10 p.m.NESN,NESN 360,fuboAug. 2at Dodgers7:20 p.m.NBC,PeacockRed Sox upcoming schedule 2026Here is the Red Sox's upcoming schedule:DateOpponentTime (ET)Aug. 4vs. White Sox7:10 p.m.Aug. 5vs. White Sox7:10 p.m.Aug. 6vs. White Sox7:10p.m.Aug. 7vs. Athletics7:10p.m.Aug. 8vs. Athletics4:10p.m.Aug. 9vs. Athletics1:35 p.m.Aug. 10at Blue Jays7:07 p.m.Aug. 11at Blue Jays7:07p.m.Aug. 12at Blue Jays7:07p.m.Aug. 13at Blue Jays3:07 p.m.More Red SoxLatest Red Sox news2026 Red Sox schedule2026 Red Sox rosterComplete history of Red Sox championships