Carolina Panthers LB Shaq Thompson to miss remainder of season with torn Achilles

The Carolina Panthers confirmed that linebacker Shaq Thompson will miss the remainder of the season after an MRI on Monday revealed that he suffered a torn Achilles. Per ESPN’s Ian Rapoport:“#Panthers standout LB Shaq Thompson, who was
NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo dies of brain cancer at age 58

The NBA shared in a statement on Monday that NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has died from brain cancer at the age of 58. Mutombo, renowned for his defensive dominance and finger-wagging celebration, was diagnosed with
Denver Broncos RB Tyler Badie carted off field during game vs. Jets with back injury

Denver Broncos running back Tyler Badie was carted off the sidelines and placed on a backboard by medical personne between the first and second quarters of Sunday’s game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. The
Cowboys DE DeMarcus Lawrence out 4-8 weeks with foot injury

According to ESPN’s Todd Archer, the Dallas Cowboys will likely send DeMarcus Lawrence to IR after suffering a Lisfranc injury to his right foot. Lawrence is looking at a potential return in November, if his recovery goes
Former Minnesota Vikings QB Tommy Kramer reveals dementia diagnosis

Former Minnesota Vikings quarterback Tommy Kramer has been diagnosed with dementia and stated he has been given two to 10 years to live. Kramer, 69, shared the news on social media, and cited Brett Favre’s revelation a
Former NBA MVP Derrick Rose retiring from league after 16-year career

Former NBA MVP Derrick Rose announced on Thursday that he is retiring from the NBA after a 16-year career. Rose announced his decision on social media and also took out full-page ads in the local newspapers of
UNLV QB Matt Sluka announces intent to transfer over NIL dispute

UNLV starting quarterback Matt Sluka will use his redshirt and not play in any more games for the school this season, over claims of unfulfilled verbal NIL promises or ‘commitments’ made to him from a UNLV assistant
NY Yankees starter Nestor Cortes to have MRI on pitching elbow

New York Yankees left-handed starter Nestor Cortes will undergo an MRI on his pitching elbow, per Jack Curry of the YES Network. Cortes, 29, was slated to start Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles, as the Yankees seek
New Orleans Saints center Erik McCoy expected to miss 6-8 weeks after groin surgery

Sources confirmed to ESPN on Tuesday that New Orleans Saints Pro Bowl center Erik McCoy will require groin surgery that is expected to sideline him for 6-8 weeks. Per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo: “#Saints Pro Bowl C Erik
Hall of Fame QB Brett Favre reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis during congressional hearing

Former NFL QB Brett Favre revealed during his testimony at a congressional hearing on federal welfare reform on Tuesday that he was “recently diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease”. Parkinson’s disease is a condition that causes deterioration in the