Ex-Arsenal favourite seals Premier League returnCrystal Palace have moved for the versatile Japan international, ending months of uncertainty over his future.Photo by BEN STANSALL/AFP via Getty ImagesCrystal Palace have completed the signing of former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu, handing the popular Japan international another opportunity in the Premier League after an injuries derailed his time in London previously.Tomiyasu left Arsenal in July 2025 after he and the club mutually agreed to terminate his contract despite a year remaining on his deal. The decision allowed the defender to focus on his recovery and search for a new club rather than remain tied to Arsenal while unavailable through injury.His departure brought a sad end to a four-year spell that promised so much.Signed from Bologna in August 2021, Tomiyasu made 84 appearances in all competitions and established himself as one of Arsenals most dependable defenders, when fit, thanks to his ability to play at right-back, left-back and centre-back.A move to Ajax initially appeared to offer the fresh start he needed, but injury again interrupted his progress. After starting against Feyenoord for the Dutch giants, Tomiyasu signalled to the bench in discomfort after going down and was forced off in the 73rd minute, just 192 minutes into his attempt to relaunch his career.Photo via Ajax.nlFollowing his departure from Ajax this summer, Tomiyasu looked set for a return to Italy with Venezia, but Crystal Palace have instead secured his signature after a successful trial.Speaking after completing the move, Tomiyasu said: Im excited to get started. This club is in a good moment, winning three titles in two seasons. Here is where I wanted to be.Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish added: Takehiro has experience at the highest level of European and international football.We are delighted to welcome a player of his calibre to the club and believe he will prove to be a great addition to the squad.For Arsenal supporters, Tomiyasus departure always carried a sense of frustration and disappointment. His quality was never in doubt, but persistent injuries prevented him from making the sustained impact many believed he was capable of delivering.Crystal Palace will now hope the 27-year-old can finally enjoy the run of fitness that so often eluded him during his time at the Emirates.Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images

New Washington Commanders wide receiver Stefon Diggs met with the media on Friday after his first practice. Diggs spoke for close to 15 minutes, expressing gratitude not only to be with a team that has a chance to win big, but, even more importantly, to play for his hometown team. Diggs made it no secret he wanted to play for the Commanders. Throughout the offseason, Diggs was asked about playing for Washington. It was clear that the Maryland native was ready to return home to the region where he grew up. On Friday, Diggs was asked why the Commanders were a good fit for him. "It's home," he responded. "My family's here, my support system is here. I love everything about home. And the organization, they take care of their players. Some good people over here. I had some existing relationships from guys that were in Houston, so some carried over there. They got a great young quarterback. I'm familiar with young quarterbacks. [QB Jayden Daniels] He's a star. He's a superstar. I'm excited for him, excited for this team."The entire time Diggs was speaking, he was fighting off bugs. It was quite funny. He joked several times and smiled throughout. But the final question led to an emotional, thought-out answer. "I got a little chills just now," Diggs said. "I played for a couple of teams actually. The Alexandria Raiders or Titans. And I played for White Oak, and I played for MV. So, I had a couple of teams. I wanna show them all some love. I can't write a better story at this point in my career, and what I wanna do and being able to be healthy and coming off of ACL. Having success and going to your hometown team, you wanna shine for them, and I wanna put on for my city. I'm always gonna want to do that. I did it when I was away, and I wanna do it when I'm home. It definitely means a lot to me. Pulling your heartstrings a little bit, but I know the city is behind me. I know I got a support system here, and I know I got a lot of love here, so all I wanna do is make people proud."Make no mistake, Diggs is happy. It's a perfect situation for both sides. Washington badly needed another impact wide receiver, while Diggs wanted to land in a favorable situation. That favorable situation just also happened to be his hometown story. The Commanders made it to the NFC Championship Game two seasons ago. Diggs was the leading receiver on the AFC Champion New England Patriots last season. Can you imagine if Diggs could help lead the Commanders to the Super Bowl? You couldn't script a better ending. This article originally appeared on Commanders Wire: Why did Stefon Diggs choose the Commanders?

We've officially entered the training camp edition of the Pittsburgh Steelers' countdown to kickoff. With fans needing to wait only 36 more days until the Steel City brand of football returns when the Steelers host the Atlanta Falcons on September 13, we'll take a look at the most recent and best players to ever wear No. 36.Steelers current No. 36: N/AThere isn't currently a No. 36 wearer out of respect for the greatest to ever don the jersey.Last 5 Steelers to wear No. 36Jerome Bettis, 1996-2005Fred Foggie, 1994David Hughes, 1986Todd Spencer, 1984-1985Guy Ruff, 1982Best No. 36 in Steelers history: RB Jerome BettisThere won't be too many historic numbers quite like this on our countdown to kickoff, as the greatest No. 36 in Steelers history is "The Bus," Jerome Bettis.Bettis, who was drafted by the Los Angeles Rams in the first round of the 1993 NFL Draft, played three seasons with the team before he was traded to Pittsburgh during the 1996 NFL Draft in exchange for a 1997 second-round pick and a fourth-round pick. Oh, and what a move that would be for the Steel City brand of football.Bettis, one of the toughest running backs to tackle in NFL history, played in 145 games for the Steelers, recording 10,571 rushing yards and 78 rushing touchdowns. Both rushing statistics are second all-time in Steelers history, only behind the legendary Franco Harris.During his three years with the Rams and 10 with the Steelers, Bettis was named to six Pro Bowls, earned two First-Team All-Pro selections and one Second-Team All-Pro selection. He was the 1993 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and the 2001 Walter Payton Man of the Year.Bettis won one Super Bowl with the Steelers in February 2006 in his hometown of Detroit, Michigan. Bettis retired after the Super Bowl championship and would be named to the Pittsburgh Steelers All-Time Team and Hall of Honor, as well as the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2015, forever cementing his place as the greatest No. 36 in team history.For up-to-dateSteelerscoverage, including any training camp news and updates, follow us on X@TheSteelersWireand give ourFacebook pagea like.This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers Hall of Fame RB leads 2026 countdown to kickoff: Day No. 36

Theres plenty of uncertainty about how Florida footballs offensive line will look this coming season.But the biggest question is how the Gators will replace the leadership of decorated center Jake Slaughter. The longtime starter was a two-time All-American and two-time finalist for the Rimington Trophy, which is awarded to the nations best center.Now, Florida is turning to Georgia Tech transfer Harrison to fill those sizable shoes.Even though Georgia Tech transfer Aaron Philo and sophomore Tramell Jones Jr. are in the middle of a quarterback battle, theres been plenty of praise for Moores abilities.It gives me Jake Slaughter vibes a little bit just because of the way he carries himself, his leadership, said Jones, who played with Slaughter last season. You see him; we work out in the morning, in the summer, and you see him up here at 3 oclock getting perfect snaps, making sure hes perfect.Thats something everyone sees, and thats something that were going to follow and then just him up front, how physical he is, how smart he is. Thats someone thats Jake Slaughter vibes.Moore was named to the 2026 preseason Rimington Trophy watchlist but has yet to play a full season at center.The Southlake, Texas, native played tight end in high school and then transitioned to offensive line in college. At Georgia Tech, Moore took snaps at center last year, which saw him flip between guard and center.Philo recognized Moores leadership ability along with Penn State transfer TJ Shanahan Jr., who made five starts at guard.(Moores) got a dog mentality, theres no other way to put it, Philo said. Hes a trench warrior. Hes going to give it everything hes got every single play, and TJ Shanahan as well.Those two guys have really pushed everybody in the room, and theyre out there every single day getting snaps after practice, and they were doing that even before practice like, throughout the whole summer they were getting snaps. Theyve really worked their butt off. Those guys are going to get everything they work for.Overall, both quarterbacks noted how the offensive line has come together on and off the field.I think theyve grown tremendously, Jones said. How physical they are, how detailed they are and then how close they became as a group, just seeing them together around the facility, seeing them outside the facility, just eating; Im going to a restaurant, Im seeing three or four guys hanging out with each other thats something you want to see, and they can be able to work together and jive as one.Reach Florida Gators writer Andrew Abadie at AAbadie@usatodayco.com or on X (formerly Twitter) at @AndrewAbadie. You can also find him on Facebook at Andrew Abadie Sports Reporter or on Instagram @andrewabadie_sports.This article originally appeared on The Gainesville Sun: Harrison Moore has drawn Jake Slaughter comparisons as Floridas offensive line takes shape

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Gina Ferazzi / Los Angeles Times via Getty ImagesThe Philadelphia 76ers final roster spot is coming down to two former LeBron James teammates.LeBron James signing a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers has allowed the team to add depth to the roster.Speaking of which, the 76ers are currently waiting to fill their final roster spot before the new season. Many believe the spot will go to none other than Kevin Love.However, one former LA Lakers star, who played with James, believes he deserves the spot over the 2016 NBA champion.Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty ImagesMarkieff Morris wants to sign with the Philadelphia 76ersUpon learning that K-Love is being linked to the 76ers as the final player for the team, Markieff Morris quickly explained why hes more deserving to play for Philly.Shiddd if its anybody getting that last Vet roster spot its gonna be me! Philly raised!!! Morris wrote on X.Morris believes his Philadelphia roots make him the perfect fit for the 76ers, which is a strange way to convince the franchise to sign him.Either way, the 76ers will need to trade or waive a player to sign Morris or Love before the new season begins.Considering both players have shared the court with James, it will be interesting to see which player the King picks.Read more:LeBron James ex-teammate destroys Grant Williams claim that Lakers star had a house in Orlando BubbleEx-Lakers star suggests current squad dont respect LeBron James enough