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Monken, stressing that he was speaking for himself and not the Browns organization, called the decision a "slippery slope" given Sorsby's situation regardless of his proven talent and skill level. Reports: Steelers LB Nick ⁠Herbig gets $100M ​extension The Pittsburgh Steelers signed outside linebacker Nick Herbig to ⁠a four-year contract extension that brings his total earnings to $103.67 million, according to multiple reports Tuesday.

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NBA Finals officials include first-timer Curtis Blair

The league announced the 12 officials assigned ​to the 2026 NBA finals on Tuesday, with Curtis Blair making his first appearance and ​Scott Foster his 19th. Game 1 between the New York Knicks and ‌host ​San Antonio Spurs is on Wednesday night at 8:30 p.m. ET.

World Cup could cost employers as workers tune into matches, survey finds

As the soccer World Cup is set to take over water cooler chats, employers may have trouble keeping workers focused during the tournament - and even getting them to ‌the office in the first place, a new survey published on Tuesday suggests. Research from UKG estimates that the World Cup, which runs from June 11 to July 19, could cost global employers some $17 billion in lost productivity, with 37% of workers planning to adjust their schedule because of the tournament.

Yankees star Aaron Judge out of lineup, dealing with bone bruise

New York Yankees captain and star outfielder Aaron Judge is day-to-day with ‌a bone bruise on his upper right rib. Judge is out of the lineup for the first time this season when the Yankees begin a homestand Tuesday against the Cleveland Guardians. Jose Caballero ‌will start in his place in right field.

Browns coach Todd Monken: Drafting QB Brendan Sorsby is 'slippery slope'

First-year head coach Todd Monken anticipates there could be peril on the periphery if the Cleveland Browns select Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby in a potential NFL supplemental draft should he lose college eligibility because of gambling. Monken, stressing that he was speaking for himself and not the Browns organization, called the decision a "slippery slope" given Sorsby's situation regardless of his proven talent and skill level.

Reports: Steelers LB Nick ⁠Herbig gets $100M ​extension

The Pittsburgh Steelers signed outside linebacker Nick Herbig to ⁠a four-year contract extension that brings his total earnings to $103.67 million, according to multiple reports Tuesday. The now five-year deal reportedly includes $42 million in guaranteed money.

Giants sign WR JuJu Smith-Schuster, cut K Jason Sanders

The New York Giants signed veteran wide receiver ⁠JuJu Smith-Schuster and released kicker Jason Sanders on Tuesday. Smith-Schuster's signing comes one day after the team added fellow wideouts Odell Beckham Jr. and Braxton Berrios.

NBA-Knicks aim to end 53-year title drought against Wembanyama's Spurs in NBA Finals

The New ​York Knicks will try to deliver the city its first NBA title since 1973 when they face a Spurs team looking to launch a new dynasty behind Victor Wembanyama in ⁠a highly anticipated Finals match-up beginning on Wednesday in San Antonio. Led by versatile point guard Jalen Brunson, the Knicks have powered their way to their first Finals appearance since 1999, winning 11 straight games and posting a record point differential of plus-271 through 14 playoff ⁠contests.

Tigers ​2B Gleyber Torres off IL, leading off against Rays

The Detroit Tigers activated second baseman Gleyber Torres off the injured list, and manager A.J. Hinch told MLB Network Torres will be leading off Tuesday against the Tampa Bay Rays in St. Petersburg, Fla. Torres was placed on the IL with a left oblique strain May 6 -- retroactive to May 4 -- and last played May 2 against the ⁠Texas Rangers.

Tennis-Zverev says Olympic gold ultimate prize despite chasing maiden major

Alexander Zverev may be closing in on an elusive maiden Grand Slam title at the French Open, but the German said on Tuesday ⁠that he would never trade his Olympic gold medal ⁠for one and called it the most difficult thing to win. The second seed has capitalised on a Paris draw missing defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and hit by the early exits of Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, to reach the semi-finals with a 7-6(3) 6-1 6-3 win over Spanish teenager Rafael Jodar.

Report: ‌Derick Hall, Seahawks agree to ‌3-year, $42M extension

Outside linebacker Derick Hall is signing a three-year, $42 million contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks, ESPN reported Tuesday. ​The team has yet to announce the deal.