Saturday, June 17, 2023

Eight key takeaways from NFL offseason heading into summer

With mandatory minicamps over, NFL teams are on break until training camps begin next month. But the last few weeks featured some key developments.

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Sat Jun 17 2023

 
San Francisco 49ers quarterback coach Brian Griese talks with quarterback Sam Darnold (14) during the NFL football team's organized team activities in Santa Clara, Calif., Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

With mandatory minicamps over, NFL teams are on break until training camps begin next month. But the last few weeks featured some key developments.

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Ross Chastain, Kyle Larson (top front), Kyle Busch 98) and William Byron (24) battle for the lead on a restart at Darlington Raceway on May 14, 2023.
 

Analysis: Busch, Byron, Truex surging as NASCAR Cup drivers get weekend off

The NASCAR Cup Series has the weekend off, giving teams time to take stock before the regular season resumes with 10 races until the playoffs.

A fan holds up a sign supporting the Phoenix Mercury's Brittney Griner.
 

Mercury's Brittney Griner gets big greeting from Mystics fans

A hip injury kept Phoenix Mercury's Brittney Griner out of Friday's game, but she received an ovation from Washington Mystics fans.

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Bobby Miller throws against the New York Yankees during the second inning at Dodger Stadium on June 4.
 

Rookie pitcher's historic start has saved Dodgers' injury-riddled rotation

Dodgers rookie starting pitcher Bobby Miller is off to a historic start, helping the Dodgers at a time when rotation is decimated with injuries.

Rory McIlroy reacts on the 15th hole during the second round of the U.S. Open.
 

Rory McIlroy in US Open contention after watching himself on YouTube

Rory McIlroy, who won the last of his four majors nine years ago, is learning to be more patient and not rely on his driver all the time.

Gerald Garth, LA Pride Board president applauds as Sister Unity and Sister Dominia of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence are given the Community Hero Award on Pride Night prior to the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Francisco Giants at Dodger Stadium.
 

Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence cheered, honored at Dodger Stadium

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence were honored ahead of the Dodgers' Pride Night, and they were met with applause as they were announced.

Becky Sauerbrunn addresses the USWNT before a 2022 game.
 

Becky Sauerbrunn's absence will be a huge loss for USWNT at World Cup

Becky Sauerbrunn is not only one of the best center backs in the world, she's the consummate leader for the USWNT.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Tony Snell is defended by Memphis Grizzlies guard Ziaire Williams (8) in the first half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, March 8, 2022, in Memphis, Tenn. (AP Photo/Brandon Dill)
 

Ex-NBA player diagnosed with autism at 31 after son's diagnosis

Former NBA forward Tony Snell revealed that his son's autism spectrum disorder diagnosis led him to get tested and discover he had it, too.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant  reacts after scoring a basket against the Los Angeles Lakers during Game 4 of their NBA playoffs series at Crypto.com Arena.
 

Ja Morant is lucky NBA suspension wasn't longer than 25 games

Ja Morant's suspension could have been much harsher after he brandished a handgun during an Instagram Live video for second time in about two months.

Phil Mickelson greets fans during the second round of the U.S. Open at Los Angeles Country Club.
 

Phil Mickelson, once US Open darling, heckled on birthday, misses cut

Phil Mickelson, who has finished runner-up at the US Open six times, turned 53 Friday. He is no longer the fan favorite since joining LIV Golf.

 

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