Ex-Cardinals tight end Travis Vokolek medically retires from NFL

The Arizona Cardinals signed tight end Travis Vokolek in 2023. Photo by Isaac Esquivel/EPA Former Arizona Cardinals tight end Travis Vokolek, who injured his neck in October, medically retired from the NFL, he announced on social media. The 28-year-old appeared in eight games over the last three years. He was a free agent this off-season. Vokolek, who played at Rutgers and Nebraska, entered the…

Pool-jumping Tyreek Hill details recovery, still has ‘no power’ in leg

Star wide receiver Tyreek Hill sustained a dislocated left knee and ligament tears in September. File Photo by Larry Marano/UPI | License Photo NFL wide receiver Tyreek Hill showed off his progress from knee surgery by aqua jogging and jumping out of the pool at his home in South Florida. Hill released footage of himself performing the exercises Wednesday on YouTube. The 10-year NFL veteran, who…

Carolina Panthers showcase renderings of $1.3B in renovations

The Carolina Panthers unveiled new renderings of Bank of America Stadium renovations, which are worth an estimated $1.3 billion. Photo by the Carolina Panthers The Carolina Panthers released new renderings Thursday, showcasing $1.3 billion in stadium renovations. Team owner David Tepper will invest an additional $500 million into the renovations. The team also announced a long-term extension on a…

Chiefs release renderings of $3 billion Kansas stadium

A rendering is shown of the Kansas City Chiefs' new stadium, which is scheduled to open in 2031 in Kansas City, Kan. Photo by the Kansas City Chiefs The Kansas City Chiefs released concept renderings of their new stadium Wednesday, showcasing the $3 billion facility, which features a translucent roof. The 70,000-seat stadium is scheduled to open in 2031 in Kansas City, Kan. The Chiefs have played…

New York Jets to unveil white helmets for 2026 home opener

Running back Breece Hall models one of the white helmets the New York Jets will wear against the Green Bay Packers on Sept. 20 in East Rutherford, N.J. Photo by the New York Jets The New York Jets will wear new white helmets for their 2026 home opener, they announced Tuesday. Jets players will sport the new look, along with white jerseys and pants, as part of a white-out campaign for fans when they…

Dolphins, All-Pro linebacker Jordyn Brooks agree to $51M extension

Miami Dolphins linebacker Jordyn Brooks (C) led the NFL in combined tackles and solo takedowns last season. File Photo by Kevin M. Cox/UPI | License Photo The Miami Dolphins and All-Pro linebacker Jordyn Brooks agreed to a three-year, $51 million contract extension, a league source told UPI on Monday. The pact includes $35 million in guarantees. Brooks, 28, led the NFL with 183 combined tackles and…

Piitch-timer gamesmanship triggers scuffle between Pirates, Yankees

New York Yankees shortstop Jose Caballero (pictured) frustrated pitcher Dennis Santana during a win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday in New York. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo New York Yankees shortstop Jose Caballero triggered a benches-clearing scuffle with the Pittsburgh Pirates through manipulation of MLB's pitch clock. Caballero, known for his gamesmanship with the…

Green Bay Packers, tackle Devonte Wyatt agree to $67M extension

Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt (L) started a career-high 10 games last season. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo The Green Bay Packers and defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt agreed to a three-year, $67 million contract extension, he confirmed Monday on Instagram. Wyatt's pact features a $20 million signing bonus. He will now be under contract with the Packers through the…

Roger Goodell says NFL wants to hold regular-season game in Japan

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell has hinted that the league also could have a future franchise based outside of the United States. File Photo by Aaron Josefczyk/UPI | License Photo The NFL wants to hold a regular-season game in Japan, commissioner Roger Goodell said. Goodell spoke about the idea during an interview with Sportico on Thursday in New York. The NFL will hold a record nine international…

Tennessee Titans to induct Chris Johnson into Ring of Honor

1 of 5 | Tennessee Titans franchise legend Chris Johnson (L) announced last month that he was diagnosed with ALS. File Photo by Frederick Breedon IV/UPI | License Photo The Tennessee Titans will induct franchise legend Chris Johnson into their Ring of Honor on Sept. 13 in Nashville, they announced Friday. "Chris Johnson holds a special place in the hearts of our organization and our…

Francisco Alvarez hits two homers to lead Mets past Phillies

New York Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez hit his 10th and 11th home runs of the season in a win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday in Philadelphia. File Photo by John Angelillo/UPI | License Photo Francisco Alvarez clobbered home runs in the third and seventh innings to lead the New York Mets over the Philadelphia Phillies in Philadelphia. The veteran catcher hit both long balls off Phillies…

Cincinnati Reds, pitcher Chase Burns agree to $105M contract

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Burns is 11-1 through 18 starts this season. File Photo by Tannen Maury/UPI | License Photo The Cincinnati Reds and starting pitcher Chase Burns agreed to a seven-year, $105 million contract, agent Vayner Sports confirmed Thursday. Burns, the No. 2 overall pick by the Reds in the 2024 MLB Draft, was 11-1, with a 2.54 ERA, through his first 18 starts this season en…

Brewers finalizing trade for Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr.

Veteran pitcher Lance McCullers Jr., who is headed to the Milwaukee Brewers, appeared in eight games this season. File Photo by Archie Carpenter/UPI | License Photo The Milwaukee Brewers are finalizing a trade for Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. Sources told MLB.com, The Athletic and the New York Post about the agreement on Wednesday. The Astros are also expected to send minor league…

Rays’ Junior Caminero avoids broken pinky from 98-mph pitch

Riley O'Brien hit him in the third inning of the All-Star Game. 1 of 5 | American League third baseman Junior Caminero lies on the ground after being hit by a pitch from National League pitcher Riley O'Brien in the third inning of the 2026 MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Photo by Laurence Kesterson/UPI | License Photo…

Yankees, pitching lead AL past NL in 2026 MLB All-Star Game

1 of 5 | New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger holds the crystal bat after being named MVP of the 2026 MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Photo by Laurence Kesterson/UPI | License Photo American League pitchers combined to allow just three hits in a domination of the National League for the first All-Star Game shutout victory in 13 years Tuesday in…

Cardinals’ Jordan Walker clubs 6 straight for walk-off Home Run Derby

1 of 5 | St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker watches his winning home run to defeat Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber in the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby on Monday at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Photo by Laurence Kesterson/UPI | License Photo St. Louis Cardinals slugger Jordan Walker hit six consecutive blasts to shock hometown favorite Kyle Schwarber…