August 6 49ers' George Kittle jokes he 'considered retirement' after NFL memo bans substance he uses for gameday boost The NFL banned smelling salts and ammonia packets for all teams due to FDA safety concerns and potential to mask concussion symptoms during games.
August 5 Rory McIlroy's absence from first portion of PGA Tour postseason draws concerns from organizers The PGA Tour mulls new rules after reigning Masters champion Rory McIlroy takes advantage of legal loophole to skip St. Jude Championship and manage his schedule.
August 5 Shedeur Sanders expected to start Browns' first preseason game vs Panthers: report Fifth-round pick Shedeur Sanders is expected to get his first NFL starting opportunity with the Browns against the Carolina Panthers in the team's preseason matchup on Friday night.
August 4 Trump to sign executive order establishing Olympics task force ahead of 2028 Los Angeles Games Donald Trump will establish an Olympics task force for 2028 Los Angeles Games security and logistics, building on protocols ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup preparations.
August 4 Former NFL running back convicted on 6 felony counts in record-breaking dog fighting operation Ex-NFL player Leshone Johnson was found guilty of federal dog fighting charges in case involving a record-190 dogs seized from a single individual.
August 4 Savannah Chrisley slams 'vile' messages she's received since Trump pardoned her parents Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley posted a hateful Instagram message targeting her following President Donald Trump's pardon of her parents Todd and Julie Chrisley.
August 4 Raiders safety suffers broken leg in collision with Maxx Crosby during practice Raiders safety Lonnie Johnson Jr. broke his leg in a practice collision with Maxx Crosby during a running play at Allegiant Stadium, requiring medical cart removal.
August 4 Sydney Sweeney's shooting skills go viral as she makes first appearance since American Eagle controversy Sydney Sweeney attended a screening for "Americana" amid her American Eagle ad controversy as the movie star's 2019 gun range training video resurfaced.
August 4 Rangers' Jacob deGrom sets new MLB strikeout record in just 240 career games against Mariners Jacob deGrom breaks Randy Johnson's record to become the fastest MLB pitcher to 1,800 strikeouts during the Texas Rangers' 5-4 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Sunday.
August 3 Noah Lyles shoved by rival Kenny Bednarek after 200M victory, sparks heated confrontation Drama unfolded after Kenny Bednarek shoved Noah Lyles following his close lose in the 200-meter final at US track and field championships, escalating their ongoing sprinting rivalry.