Verlander, riding hot streak, wants to pitch in ’26
Giants pitcher Justin Verlander, who has a 2.17 ERA in his past 11 games, wants to return — after he turns 43 in February — for a 21st season in 2026.
Texans’ Ward won’t face domestic violence charge
A grand jury has decided not to indict Houston Texans safety Jimmie Ward, months after he was arrested on suspicion of third-degree felony domestic violence.
Urban Meyer on Arch Manning, J.J. McCarthy, Clemson, USC’s defense | FULL INTERVIEW | The Herd

Urban Meyer joins Colin Cowherd to discuss Arch Manning’s start at Texas, J.J. McCarthy’s injury woes, and whether or not USC has fixed their defense.
‘Model Program’ of The Big East? Creighton AD Says $300M Project Will Help

Creighton announced a $300 million facilities project that will encompass 11 new or upgraded buildings and outdoor spaces.
Senga not a roster lock if Mets make postseason
When he takes the mound for Triple-A Syracuse on Thursday night, Kodai Senga might be pitching for a spot on the Mets’ postseason pitching staff.
FIFA Rankings: Spain Over France, Argentina at No. 1; USA at No. 16

Spain and Lamine Yamal have taken top spot from Argentina and Lionel Messi in the new FIFA men’s rankings.
Ex-NC State athletes allege sexual abuse in suit
Fourteen former NC State male athletes have filed a civil lawsuit in state court alleging sexual abuse under the guise of treatment and harassment by the Wolfpack’s former director of sports medicine.
MLB down period aims to ease amateur ‘pressure’
MLB hopes that a new Amateur Recovery Period Policy, as ordered in a memo obtained by ESPN, will “alleviate the pressure on young players” hoping to play professional baseball.
UM gets donation for Testaverde, Torretta statues
The Miami Hurricanes will build on-campus statues of Heisman Trophy winners Vinny Testaverde and Gino Torretta, thanks to a $1.81 million donation.
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