Watt Returns to Texans Practice After Injury Layoff
J J Watt resumed training camp with the Houston Texans in White Sulphur Springs West Virginia after missing all of last preseason and parts of last season due to back surgeries. The three time Defensive Player of the Year expressed relief to be back on the field with teammates as he plans a measured ramp up. Texans coach Bill O'Brien welcomed his return noting Watt is a top defensive player and crucial to a stout pass rush alongside Jadeveon Clowney. Watt vows to be smart with his practice load to protect his back.
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Jets claim WR-KR Whitehead after Cowboys cut him
The Jets claimed Lucky Whitehead two days after Dallas cut him over a shoplifting report that later proved to be a case of mistaken identity. Whitehead, a three year veteran, had 30 games with the Cowboys including 33 kickoff returns and 44 punt returns.
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Cardinals and Rockies test shorter innings to speed pace
In St Louis the Cardinals and Rockies trialed a 1 minute 45 second between half innings. Players said they barely noticed the change as the 3-2 game stretched 3 hours 11 minutes. MLB considers more pace of play tweaks next year.
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Rupp and Nola pace Phillies to 9-0 win over Astros
Cameron Rupp slugged two homers and four RBIs while Aaron Nola struck out a career high ten over six innings as Philadelphia blanked Houston 9-0. Maikel Franco and Tommy Joseph added power, and the Phillies piled up 14 hits in interleague play.
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NCAA limits 29 fall practices amid two-a-day history
The NCAA adopts a rule limiting full contact two-a-day sessions by reducing practice days to 29 total in preseason. Coaches debate benefits for injury reduction and conditioning, with some suggesting fewer contact sessions could still build readiness while preserving season preparation.
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