The pair of veteran heavyweights square off in London on Saturday

After a couple of years in the gutter, the New England Patriots are back where they belong: in the thick of Super Bowl contention.As special as their 14-win AFC championship season was, now is no time for complacency. New England excelled in the 2025 offseason, but sustaining that success will require continued roster buildingespecially through the draft.The Patriots preserved their draft capital in recent cycles and now enter the 2026 Draft with 11 total picks, including all seven of their own, a fourth-rounder from Chicago, and multiple sixth-round selections.Patriots Draft Picks:Round 1:Pick 31Round 2: Pick 63Round 3: Pick 95Round 4: Pick 125Round 4: Pick 131Round 5: Pick 171Round 6: Pick 191Round 6: Pick 198Round 6: Pick 202Round 6: Pick 212Round 7: Pick 247New England has spent aggressively in free agency to patch immediate needs. Even this offseason, after moving on from Stefon Diggs and KLavon Chaisson, they quickly filled those gaps by signing Romeo Doubs and DreMont Jones to multi-year deals.For as well as Eliot Wolf and the front office have handled the short term, long-term building blocks are still needed. Outside of quarterback Drake Maye and cornerback Christian Gonzalez, few players project as foundational pieces.Patriots Positions of Need:EDGEIOLWROTTEKey Draft Targets for Patriots:KC Concepcion WR Texas A&MMayes rookie season exposed a lack of reliable weapons. While recent additions stabilized the group, the Patriots still need long-term playmakers. Concepcion offers versatility, burst, and route-running ability, along with value as a returneranother area of need.The star Aggie projects to be a first-round pick and may be available for the Patriots first selection at pick No. 31.View this post on InstagramT.J. Parker Edge ClemsonOnce viewed as a potential top-10 pick, Parkers stock dipped after a quieter 2025 season. Still, his 2024 production11 sacks, 19.5 tackles for loss, and six forced fumblesspeaks to his upside. His pass-rush ability and run defense make him an intriguing fit, especially under Mike Vrabel.Parker is another candidate for the Patriots first-round pick as the 27th-ranked prospect in the 2026 NFL draft.Blake Miller OT ClemsonDespite Clemsons underwhelming year, Miller stands out as a high-end athlete on the edge. He posted a 9.97 Relative Athletic Score at the combine, ranking among the best offensive tackle marks in decades, which reflects his standing as a first-round talent and target at 31st overall for the Patriots. With Morgan Moses entering his age-35 season and the final year of his deal, Miller could be a natural successor.If the postseason revealed anything, its that New England needs reinforcements in the trenches. With a deep pool of draft capital, the Patriots are well-positioned to build a sustainable contender for years to come.The post New England Patriots 2026 NFL Draft Preview appeared first on The Lead.

An executive order signed by President Donald Trump on Friday aims to limit NCAA athletes to a five-year playing window and how often they can transfer between schools.

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Gujarat Titans (GT) gear up to host their first home game of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad against the Rajasthan Royals on Saturday.

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NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings registered an impressive five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in their IPL 2026 clash at Chepauk, chasing down a big target of 210 with confidence. Despite CSK putting up a strong total, PBKS handled the pressure better and sealed their second straight victory of the season.After being put in to bat, CSK built their innings around a solid partnership between Ayush Mhatre and Ruturaj Gaikwad. The duo added 96 runs for the second wicket, giving the team a strong platform. Mhatre was the standout performer, scoring a fluent 73 off 43 balls with a mix of boundaries and sixes.In the later stages, Sarfaraz Khan played a quick cameo, smashing 32 off just 12 balls, while Shivam Dube remained unbeaten on 45, finishing the innings strongly. Their efforts pushed CSK to a competitive total of 209/5 in 20 overs, which looked challenging on the surface.In reply, PBKS came out attacking and maintained a steady run rate throughout the chase. Young opener Priyansh Arya provided a quick start, while others chipped in to keep the scoreboard moving. PunjabKingsIPL (@PunjabKingsIPL) Captain Shreyas Iyer played a key role, scoring a composed 50 off 29 balls and guiding the innings.Even when wickets fell at intervals, PBKS didnt panic and continued to play positive cricket. Contributions from the middle order ensured the chase stayed on track, and they eventually reached 210/5 in 18.4 overs.While CSK impressed with the bat, their bowlers struggled to contain runs. PBKS, on the other hand, executed their chase smartly and deservedly came out on top.

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Cristiano Ronaldo made a triumphant return to action on Friday, netting a crucial brace to guide Al-Nassr to a dominant 5-2 victory over Al-Najma. The Portuguese superstar showed no signs of rustiness as he celebrated his 100th appearance in the Saudi Pro League by moving his side six points clear at the top of the table. 100th Saudi Pro League appearance for CR7 Ronaldo ensured his milestone 100th appearance in the Saudi Pro League would be one to remember. After a brief spell on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury that ruled him out of the last three league matches, the 41-year-old returned to the starting lineup with the same hunger that has defined his career, scoring twice in the second half to break Al-Najmas resolve. The stats continue to defy age for the former Real Madrid and Manchester United man. Ronaldo has now racked up 97 goals in his first 100 league games in Saudi Arabia, a staggering 39 more than his closest rival, Abderrazzaq Hamed-Allah, has managed in the same timeframe. With a match-high eight shots and four big chances created, Ronaldo looked every bit the game-changing player Al-Nassr need for the final title run-in. Ronaldo celebrates return on social media Following the match, the legendary forward shared his excitement on Instagram, posting to his followers: "Its good to be back! We move forward together!" The Portuguese superstar's message echoed his satisfaction with a successful return to action after his injury layoff. The victory at Al-Awwal Park puts immense pressure on rivals Al-Hilal, who now sit six points behind ahead of their clash with Al-Taawon. Early scares and a Mane masterclass Despite the eventual scoreline, Al-Nassr didn't have it all their own way in the opening period. They were stunned in the 44th minute when Felippe Cardoso displayed impressive strength to hold off defenders before teeing up Rakan Al Tulayhi, who rifled a finish past the helpless goalkeeper. It was a momentary lapse in a half otherwise dominated by Jorge Jesus' side, but they responded with the clinical edge required of champions. The turnaround began before the halftime whistle even blew. Abdullah Al Hamddan restored parity by ghosting in at the back post to convert Abdulelah Al Amris flick-on from a Marcelo Brozovic cross. Then, in the ninth minute of stoppage time, Sadio Mane took center stage. The Senegalese forward embarked on a dazzling solo run, weaving past three defenders before arrowing a strike into the top-right corner to give Al-Nassr the lead at the break. Ronaldo takes control after the break Al-Najma threatened to spoil the party again early in the second half when Cardoso found the net himself, curling a precise effort into the corner following David Tijanic's cut-back. However, the parity lasted only until Ronaldo stepped up to the plate. When Abdullah Al Hawsawi was penalized for a handball inside the area, the Al-Nassr captain made no mistake from the penalty spot to restore the advantage. Ronaldos second of the night in the 73rd minute was a classic poachers finish. Collecting a low cross from Nawaf Bu Washl with a delicate first touch, he fired home from close range. While the assistant referee initially raised his flag for offside, a lengthy VAR review eventually confirmed the goal was legal, much to the delight of the home crowd. Mane then added further gloss to the result in the 95th minute, tapping in a cross from Salem Al Najdi to seal the 5-2 win.

SRH's bowling attack had come under scrutiny after their opening fixture against defending champions RCB.