Happy Monday! As the new football season nears, the spotlight is on rookie quarterbacks making their first mark in the NFL preseason. Despite some skepticism about the 2025 quarterback class, players like Jackson Dart and Chedur Sanders stood out with impressive performances. Tyler Sullivan ranked these rookies, highlighting Dart’s command over scoring drives and Sanders’ calm, sharp field vision, which suggests his spot on the roster is secure. Other notable rookies like Cameron Ward and JJ McCarthy showed promise but had shorter outings. Meanwhile, Travis Hunter had an exciting rookie debut as a versatile two-way player for the Jaguars, contributing both offensively and defensively.
Key highlights from the preseason weekend include Cam Little kicking the first-ever 70-yard field goal, Patrick Mahomes displaying strong efficiency, and Cameron Ward connecting with Titans receiver Calvin Ridley. On the other hand, the Saints’ QB competition revealed some struggles, particularly for rookie Tyler Shough, who had an uneven game with interceptions and sacks. There’s cautious optimism around Shough as a solid option under new coach Kellen Moore, but the situation remains uncertain.
In golf, the FedEx Cup playoffs kicked off dramatically at the St. Jude Championship, where Justin Rose overcame a rocky final round to win in a three-hole playoff, becoming the oldest PGA Tour winner since Phil Mickelson in 2021. Tommy Fleetwood’s late bogeys cost him a potential victory, while Scotty Scheffler battled through challenges to stay near the top.
College football fans are gearing up for the release of the preseason AP Top 25 rankings, with Texas and Ohio State expected to dominate early spots. Alabama’s coach Karan DeBoer faces tremendous pressure to lead the team back to prominence after a 9-4 season, as the national anticipation for the 2025 season builds.
In baseball, the Milwaukee Brewers remain dominant, riding a nine-game winning streak and holding strong at the top of the latest MLB Power Rankings. Their remarkable turnaround since May 24th, with a 48-16 record, signals a team firing on all cylinders, keeping pressure on other contenders like the Phillies, , and Blue Jays.
Looking ahead to Monday’s games, catch the Yankees vs. Twins at 7:05 PM and Brewers vs. Pirates at 7:40 PM on MLB Network.
Fan Take: The Brewers’ streak is a thrilling storyline for baseball fans, highlighting how a mid-season transformation can turn a team into a powerhouse. Their dominance not only shakes up the MLB landscape but also raises the excitement and competitive spirit that keeps the sport captivating.
