The Los Angeles Rams signed safety Quentin Lake to a three-year contract extension through 2028, recognizing his versatile play and leadership. Lake, who has played 50 NFL games and emerged as a key player and team captain, was having a strong season before an elbow injury placed him on Injured Reserve. The team plans for him to return for the Wild Card round of the playoffs.
The Chicago Cubs signed pitcher Colin Rea to a one-year, $6.5 million deal for 2026 with a club option for 2027, effectively extending their commitment and adding flexibility for the upcoming season, with Rea contributing solid performance in 2025.
Matt Rhule has signed a two-year extension with Nebraska through 2032, increasing his buyout and potential earnings, with the deal tied to team success and playoff appearances.
Nebraska has extended head coach Matt Rhule's contract through 2032, increasing his buyout and including incentives for College Football Playoff appearances, reflecting the program's recent success and Rhule's positive impact.
National Guard troops in Washington, DC, will remain deployed at least until February 2026, following an extension by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, amid ongoing legal disputes and questions about the mission's purpose and duration.
President Donald Trump expressed his desire to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his Asia tour and indicated he might extend his trip to make the meeting happen if Kim agrees.
Bungie is extending the Marathon Closed Technical Test by two days to conduct backend stress testing, with server resets and new loot rewards for participants, aiming to evaluate game performance under heavy load.
The Detroit Tigers are in negotiations with pitcher Tarik Skubal, who is expected to seek a record-breaking contract potentially exceeding $400 million, as he enters his final arbitration year and is a top contender for a second consecutive Cy Young Award. The team has made a previous offer below $100 million, but Skubal's performance and market trends suggest he could command a historic deal, with options including a long-term extension or trade, though the team prefers to retain him.
The Dallas Cowboys face a contract dilemma with receiver George Pickens, who has been performing exceptionally well and will likely demand a $30 million+ annual salary. The team is considering whether to extend, tag, or trade him, with a potential tag-and-trade strategy in early 2026 to maximize value, especially given their existing investment in CeeDee Lamb.
Duke has extended head coach Jon Scheyer's contract through the 2030-31 season, recognizing his successful first three seasons that include multiple championships, high NCAA tournament finishes, and top recruiting classes, ensuring his leadership for the future of Duke basketball.
Bengals center Ted Karras signed a one-year extension, marking his 11th NFL season and 100th start, emphasizing his importance to the team and community, with goals to win a championship and potentially surpass Bengals' center game records.
The Seattle Seahawks have extended right tackle Abraham Lucas for three years and $46 million, signaling confidence in his recovery from knee surgery and his importance to the team's offensive line, with Lucas becoming only the second Seahawks offensive lineman since 2010 to receive such an extension.
Broncos edge rusher Nik Bonitto has agreed to a four-year contract extension worth up to $120 million, with a base of $106 million and $70 million guaranteed, after a breakout 2024 season with 13.5 sacks and multiple touchdowns.
Jakobi Meyers requested a trade after failing to reach an extension with the Raiders, but will start the season with the team while remaining uncertain about his future, expressing readiness to play regardless of the outcome.
Running back Jaylen Warren has agreed to a two-year extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers, securing his position on the team through the 2026 and 2027 seasons, after joining as an undrafted player in 2022 and making significant contributions in both regular season and postseason games.