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Aaron Donald Returns: Rams Sign DT to $20M Deal

Aaron Donald ends his retirement to rejoin the Los Angeles Rams on a one-year contract, reuniting with reigning Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett

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Jonathan Kuminga Signs With Timberwolves: Contract Details

Jonathan Kuminga agrees to a two-year, $12.4 million deal with Minnesota, landing a starting role alongside Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball

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Ohio State vs. Texas 2026: Preview of College Football's Biggest Early Game

Arch Manning's second season as Texas' starter meets Jeremiah Smith and Ohio State in a September 12 rematch of their 2024-season CFP semifinal

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Jeremiah Smith 2026: Ohio State WR's Heisman Case Explained

Jeremiah Smith enters his junior season as college football's unanimous top receiver, chasing three Ohio State records and a return to the national title game

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Highest-Paid NFL Players 2026: Top Salary at Every Position

From Patrick Mahomes' record QB deal to Jahmyr Gibbs' new running back record, here's who leads every position in salary right now

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