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Kawhi Leonard's Raptors legacy pulls him back
sports23 days ago

Kawhi Leonard's Raptors legacy pulls him back

Kawhi Leonard reportedly chose to rejoin the Toronto Raptors as a legacy move, turning down interest from other teams such as Detroit and Minnesota. He was traded from the Clippers to Toronto in a package that included Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, two unprotected first-round picks, one first-round pick swap, and two second-round picks, after an NBA investigation led to fines for Leonard and Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and penalties for the Clippers. Leonard had previously led the Raptors to their first NBA title in 2019, and this move marks a return to a franchise-building on that legacy.

Hellebuyck Tops September NHL Trade Targets Board
sports1 month ago

Hellebuyck Tops September NHL Trade Targets Board

Connor Hellebuyck remains atop the September 2026 NHL Trade Targets Big Board as teams mull cap space and roster needs, with Dylan Larkin and Brock Boeser among the other heavily speculated players; new entries Chris Kreider and Zach Whitecloud join the list while a broad group of veterans and RFAs—Pettersson, Karlsson, Zacha, and others—continue to surface in rumors ahead of training camps during a notably quiet market.

sports1 month ago

Batch Doubts Steelers’ Four-QB Roster as Trade Talk Heats Up

The Steelers kept all four quarterbacks on their initial 53-man roster, and Charlie Batch remains adamant that it won’t last, predicting at least one roster move could come via a trade. Four-QB depth is mirrored by the Vikings, Eagles, and Falcons, with teams eyeing a Jets deal for a backup quarterback as the likely path. Mason Rudolph stands out as the potential trade chip, though Pittsburgh hasn’t received acceptable offers yet; Allar and Howard remain in the mix, keeping the door open for changes before the season starts.

Jobity, Heidenreich highlight Steelers’ 53-man winners as Khan reshapes the roster
sports1 month ago

Jobity, Heidenreich highlight Steelers’ 53-man winners as Khan reshapes the roster

The Steelers trimmed to 53 players and crowned three winners— undrafted defensive lineman Kevin Jobity Jr. and a surprising Eli Heidenreich— while GM Omar Khan earned praise for two trades that added draft capital (Broderick Jones to Dallas, Kaleb Johnson to Green Bay). Losers included Will Howard and DeShon Elliott, who landed on IR; the moves signal a reshaped depth chart heading into the season.

Vikings trim to 53, eye QB market and depth upgrades
sports1 month ago

Vikings trim to 53, eye QB market and depth upgrades

The Minnesota Vikings reduced their roster to the 53-man limit, keeping four quarterbacks for now while exploring trades and waivers; the notes detail cuts and preserves across all positions, including a Walter Rouse trade to the Patriots for a 2027 6th, the selection of Brett Thorson over Johnny Hekker, and indications of further depth moves at guard and edge as they monitor roster needs and Harrison Smith’s status.

Packers reveal 2026 53-man roster amid trades and injuries
sports1 month ago

Packers reveal 2026 53-man roster amid trades and injuries

Green Bay announced its 2026 initial 53-man roster after a busy day of trades and injuries, with Jordan Love at quarterback (Tyrod Taylor backing him), Kyle McCord traded to Miami, Kaleb Johnson acquired, and Mark Redman added to bolster the tight end group as Luke Musgrave remains on the PUP list. The defense features seven interior defensive linemen and four edge defenders (Collin Oliver on IR), Zaire Franklin at middle linebacker, Kamal Hadden in the slot, and Xavier McKinney and Javon Bullard at safety, while Trey Smack handles kicking, Daniel Whelan punts, and Matt Orzech returns as long snapper.

Patriots lock in 53-man roster, mix of rookies and trades
sports1 month ago

Patriots lock in 53-man roster, mix of rookies and trades

The New England Patriots finalized their 53-man roster for 2026 after a weekend of moves, keeping three quarterbacks (Maye, DeVito, Morton), three running backs (Ste Stevenson, Henderson, Kiner), a loaded receiver corps, and a sizeable offensive/defensive depth chart. Surprises include cornerback Channing Canada beating Kindle Vildor and seventh-rounder Quintayvious Hutchins earning a role on the edge, aided by trades that added Walter Rouse and Corey Kiner. Eight of nine draftees made the cut, along with two undrafted free agents (Tanner Arkin, Khalil Jacobs); 37 players were waived/released, with Harold Landry on PUP and Brenden Schooler on NFI, and Marcus Bryant placed on IR. The roster will continue to evolve in the coming days.

sports1 month ago

Steelers Reveal 2026 Initial 53-Man Roster with Draft Picks, IR Moves

Pittsburgh has set its initial 2026 53-man roster: 26 on offense, 24 on defense, and 3 on special teams, including all 10 draft picks with Eli Heidenreich as the final selection. Joey Porter Jr. was activated off Active/PUP, Kevin Jobity is a surprise UDFA on the DL, and DeShon Elliott will start the year on IR with a return designation. Over the weekend, Broderick Jones and Kaleb Johnson were traded away, boosting Ryan McCollum’s odds to stick, while Donte Kent moved to Reserve/PUP for at least the first four games. The roster remains fluid ahead of Week 1 against Atlanta.

nfl1 month ago

Steelers Open to Trade Talks, Not Actively Shopping as Deadline Nears

The Steelers say they aren’t actively shopping players but will listen to trade offers during cut-down weekend, with RB Kaleb Johnson and QB Mason Rudolph identified as the most likely targets if a deal materializes. Johnson could move via a waiver or late pick swap; Rudolph could fetch a fifth-round pick for the right team, while CB Joey Porter Jr.'s hold-in complicates any move. GM Omar Khan remains active on the trade market as the 53-man roster deadline approaches.

Chiefs edge closer to 53-man roster with two trades and multiple cuts
sports1 month ago

Chiefs edge closer to 53-man roster with two trades and multiple cuts

The Kansas City Chiefs must whittle their 90-man roster to 53 by Sunday at 5 p.m. Central, adding two linemen via trades (Josh Ezeudu and Diego Pounds) and releasing a string of players (Kaiir Elam, Emmanuel Ogbah, Tre Watson, Jacob De Jesus, Ethan Hurkett, Xavier Loyd, Wesley Bissainthe, Pete Nygra, D’Arco Perkins-McAllister, Zelmar Vedder, Kam Arnold) as they prepare for the Sept. 14 regular-season opener against the Denver Broncos, following a 9-9 preseason tie with Seattle.

Ravens 53-man roster tracker: trades, cuts and last-minute decisions ahead of deadline
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Ravens 53-man roster tracker: trades, cuts and last-minute decisions ahead of deadline

Baltimore Beatdown is tracking every Ravens roster move as they trim from 90 players to the 53-man limit by Sunday’s 6 p.m. ET deadline, including trades sending DT C.J. Okoye to the Giants and OT Diego Pounds to the Chiefs, along with list updates for IR/designated-to-return, waived players, and anticipated practice squad candidates as Baltimore navigates cuts and potential waiver claims.

Dolphins Should Target Bubble Players for a Quick Roster Lift
sports1 month ago

Dolphins Should Target Bubble Players for a Quick Roster Lift

In a rebuild-heavy 2026 scenario, Dolphins GM Jon-Eric Sullivan should aggressively target affordable, high-upside veterans on the waiver or trade market to bolster the roster. Potential options include Jaguars CB Christian Braswell for corner depth and special-teams value, Cowboys edge rusher James Houston as a wildcard addition, and quarterback upside targets like J.J. McCarthy or Quinn Ewers to bolster the QB room behind Malik Willis.

Lakers Face Offseason Crossroads After Kuminga Snub
sports1 month ago

Lakers Face Offseason Crossroads After Kuminga Snub

With Jonathan Kuminga choosing elsewhere, the Lakers are weighing a trade or roster cuts (likely Dalton Knecht or Jaden Hardy) as they navigate limited open roster spots and scarce assets. A starting-caliber forward remains a goal (Saddiq Bey is a common name) but may be tough to obtain; alternatively, a backup center could be pursued to complete the fifth starter. The core’s multi-year contracts aim to boost buy-in, coaching staff stays largely intact, and ownership changes could slow new hires in scouting/analytics. In short, LA must balance cap, depth, and defensive upgrades during a nuanced offseason.