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		<title>Seahawks cut ties with high-priced rookie for rare reason</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Michael Moraitis]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:32:15 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[It isn't every day you see a team cut a player with the kind of designation the Seattle Seahawks used on one of their rookies.]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/tag/seattle-seahawks/">Seattle Seahawks</a> have decided to waive one of their <a href="https://www.seahawks.com/news/seahawks-sign-seven-undrafted-rookie-free-agents">undrafted free-agent signings</a>, and the reason for doing so is not one you see in the NFL everyday.</p>

<p>According to the <a href="https://x.com/AaronWilson_NFL/status/2055028598902235633">NFL transactions wire</a> on Thursday, Seattle cut ties with wide receiver Michael Briscoe, who just signed his contract on May 1.</p>

<p>The rookie was waived with a “failure to disclose physical condition” designation.</p>

<p>While we don’t know the exact issue, the designation is pretty self-explanatory. </p>

<p>Clearly Briscoe had some kind of physical problem he didn’t tell the team about and the Seahawks found out about it. Now, he’s looking for a new NFL home.</p>

<p>Briscoe <a href="https://gopoly.com/sports/football/roster/michael-briscoe/10096">played his college ball</a> at Cal Poly-San Luis Obispo. </p>

<p>He had his best collegiate season in 2025 with 779 receiving yards and seven touchdowns. Briscoe posted 1,765 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns from 2020 through 2025.</p>

<h2>High-priced UDFA</h2>

<img fetchpriority="high" src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/default-711-1024x683.avif" /><figcaption>Sep 6, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Utes cornerback Elijah Davis (9) and Cal Poly Mustangs wide receiver Michael Briscoe (10) battle for a pass during the second quarter at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images</figcaption>

<p>According to Spotrac, Michael Briscoe got an above-average UDFA deal with the Seattle Seahawks.</p>

<p>Briscoe inked a <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/player/_/id/107711/michael-briscoe/contract/#:~:text=Michael%20Briscoe%20signed%20a%203,average%20annual%20salary%20of%20%241%2C038%2C333.">three-year, $3.1 million deal</a> with the Seahawks that included $125,000 guaranteed and a $15,000 signing bonus.</p>

<p>Of course, that’s not a huge sum of money as compared to a lot of NFL deals, but it is significant for an undrafted player. That means the Seahawks thought highly of him.</p>

<p>It’ll be interesting to see if the Seahawks will try to recoup some or all of that money because of the designation Briscoe was waived with.</p>

<p>We would say there’s at least a chance that happens.</p>

<h2>Rough rookie minicamp</h2>

<p>Michael Briscoe did not enjoy much success in rookie minicamp with the Seahawks.</p>

<p>Corbin K. Smith of the Emerald Spectrum reports that Briscoe <a href="https://x.com/CorbinSmithNFL/status/2055026539016994898">“dropped several passes in rookie minicamp,”</a> so things weren’t exactly going smoothly for him.</p>

<p>It’s going to be tough sledding for Briscoe to find another NFL opportunity after what transpired in Seattle.</p>

<h2>What’s next for the Seahawks?</h2>

<p>With rookie minicamp in the rearview mirror, the Seahawks will now turn their attention to Organized Team Activities (OTAs) later this month.</p>

<p>Seattle’s OTAs will begin on May 26, and will also run from May 28-29, on June 1, and from June 3-4, per the <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/2026-nfl-offseason-program-dates-workout-schedule-all-32-teams/">team’s offseason schedule</a>.</p>

<p>After that, Seattle will get the entire team together for mandatory minicamp, which runs from June 9-11.</p>

<p>The Seahawks will enjoy a nice summer break following mandatory minicamp and will return for the start of training camp in late July.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>2026 PGA Championship Round 2 tee times &#038; pairings</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Josh Sanchez]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 10:58:44 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The 2026<a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/golf"> PGA Tour</a> season continues on Friday, May 15, with the second round of the PGA Championship, which is the second major tournament of the year. All of the action is going down at Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, just outside of Philadelphia.</p>

<p>Entering the second round, no one has been able to set themselves apart from the field, with seven golfers tied for the lead at 3-under, including reigning champion Scottie Scheffler. </p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/eagles-big-dom-represents-philly-in-pga-championship-voiceover/">Eagles’ Big Dom represents Philly in PGA Championship voiceover</a></strong></p>

<p>Scheffler is paired with Matt Fitzpatrick and Justin Rose for the second round, as we determine who will make the cut. The trio is set to tee off from Tee No. 10 at 8:40 a.m. ET on Friday morning. </p>

<img src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/default-700-scaled.avif"/><figcaption><p>May 12, 2026; Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, General view of flags over the eighteenth hole grandstand during a practice round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at Aronimink Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images</p></figcaption>

<p>The second round on Friday will air live from 12:00 p.m. ET to 7:00 p.m. ET on ESPN, with live streaming available from <a href="https://www.pgatour.com/live">PGA Tour Live on ESPN+</a> beginning at 8:15 a.m. ET. PGA Tour Live will include featured group and featured hole coverage.</p>

<p>When will your favorite golfer be hitting the course?</p>

<p>A full look at the tee times and groupings for Round 2 on Friday, May 15, can be seen below (all times Eastern).</p>

<p><strong>MORE:<a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/tiger-woods-spotted-returning-to-u-s-after-rehab-in-switzerland/"> Tiger Woods spotted returning to U.S. after rehab in Switzerland</a></strong></p>

<h2>2026 PGA Championship Round 2 tee times & pairings</h2>

<img src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/default-698-scaled.avif"/><figcaption><p>May 14, 2026; Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, USA; Scottie Scheffler reacts to his putt on the 14th green during the first round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at Aronimink Golf Club. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images</p></figcaption>

<p><strong>Tee No. 1</strong></p>

<p>6:45 a.m. – Michael Block, Rasmus Højgaard, Dustin Johnson<br>6:56 a.m. – Mark Geddes, Steven Fisk, David Lipsky<br>7:07 a.m. – Sungjae Im, Austin Hurt, Casey Jarvis<br>7:18 a.m. – Andrew Putnam, Michael Kartrude, Matt Wallace<br>7:29 a.m. – Martin Kaymer, Elvis Smylie, Davis Riley<br>7:40 a.m. – Jason Dufner, Haotong Li, Jimmy Walker<br>7:51 a.m. – Nick Taylor, Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen, Jordan Smith<br>8:02 a.m. – Emiliano Grillo, Patrick Reed, Pierceson Coody<br>8:13 a.m. – Brian Campbell, Adam Schenk, Christiaan Bezuidenhout<br>8:24 a.m. – Marco Penge, Sepp Straka, Patrick Rodgers<br>8:35 a.m. – Aaron Rai, Travis Smyth, Sami Valimaki<br>8:46 a.m. – Sam Stevens, Jayden Schaper, Garrett Sapp<br>8:57 a.m. – Timothy Wiseman, Matti Schmid, Austin Smotherman<br>12:15 p.m. – Aldrich Potgieter, David Puig, Denny McCarthy<br>12:26 p.m. – William Mouw, Chris Gabriele, Taylor Pendrith<br>12:37 p.m. – Tom Hoge, Bryce Fisher, Joaquin Niemann<br>12:48 p.m. – Keith Mitchell, Billy Horschel, Ian Holt<br>12:59 p.m. – Gary Woodland, Jason Day, Sam Burns<br>1:10 p.m. – Wyndham Clark, Cameron Smith, Brian Harman<br>1:21 p.m. – Patrick Cantlay, Min Woo Lee, Sahith Theegala<br>1:32 p.m. – Si Woo Kim, Derek Berg, Joe Highsmith<br>1:43 p.m. – Bryson DeChambeau, Ludvig Aberg, Rickie Fowler<br>1:54 p.m. – Xander Schauffele, Brooks Koepka, Tyrrell Hatton<br>2:05 p.m. – Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, Jon Rahm<br>2:16 p.m. – Daniel Hillier, Ryan Vermeer, Max McGreevy<br>2:27 p.m. – Paul McClure, Mikael Lindberg, Angel Ayora</p>

<p><strong>Tee No. 10</strong></p>

<p>6:50 a.m. – Andrew Novak, John Parry, Jordan Gumberg<br>7:01 a.m. – Ben Polland, Kurt Kitayama, Nico Echavarria<br>7:12 a.m. – Akshay Bhatia, Ricky Castillo, Michael Thorbjornsen<br>7:23 a.m. – Luke Donald, Jesse Droemer, Stewart Cink<br>7:34 a.m. – Hideki Matsuyama, J.J. Spaun, Max Homa<br>7:45 a.m. – Ben Kern, J.T. Poston, Russell Henley<br>7:56 a.m. – Adam Scott, Corey Conners, Daniel Berger<br>8:07 a.m. – Viktor Hovland, Collin Morikawa, Shane Lowry<br>8:18 a.m. – Chris Gotterup, Robert MacIntyre, Tommy Fleetwood<br>8:29 a.m. – Cameron Young, Keegan Bradley, Justin Thomas<br>8:40 a.m. – Scottie Scheffler, Matt Fitzpatrick, Justin Rose<br>8:51 a.m. – Zach Haynes, Alex Smalley, Chandler Blanchet<br>9:02 a.m. – Bernd Wiesberger, Sudarshan Yellamaraju, Andy Sullivan<br>12:10 p.m. – Braden Shattuck, Alex Fitzpatrick, Ben Griffin<br>12:21 p.m. – Francisco Bide, Harry Hall, Ryan Gerard<br>12:32 p.m. – Johnny Keefer, Rico Hoey, Nicolai Højgaard<br>12:43 p.m. – Shaun Micheel, Michael Brennan, Garrick Higgo<br>12:54 p.m. – Y.E. Yang, Jhonattan Vegas, Matt McCarty<br>1:05 p.m. – Lucas Glover, Tom McKibbin, Stephan Jaeger<br>1:16 p.m. – Daniel Brown, Adrien Saddier, Harris English<br>1:27 p.m. – Jacob Bridgeman, Bud Cauley, Alex Noren<br>1:38 p.m. – Chris Kirk, Max Greyserman, Kristoffer Reitan<br>1:49 p.m. – Maverick McNealy, Thomas Detry, Padraig Harrington<br>2:00 p.m. – Ryan Lenahan, Ryan Fox, Kazuki Higa<br>2:11 p.m. – Jared Jones, Michael Kim, Ryo Hisatsune<br>2:22 p.m. – Tyler Collet, Kota Kaneko, Brandt Snedeker</p>

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		<title>Drake disses LeBron James on new album &#8216;Iceman&#8217;</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 07:22:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Drake has finally delivered his long-awaited Iceman album on Friday, May 15, and it did not take long for fans to start digging through the lyrics for any hidden messages or direct disses. Iceman is 18 tracks with features from…]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="https://thebiglead.com/tag/drake">Drake</a> has finally delivered his long-awaited <em>Iceman </em>album on Friday, May 15, and it did not take long for fans to start digging through the lyrics for any hidden messages or direct disses. </p>

<p><em>Iceman </em>is 18 tracks with features from Future, 21 Savage, and Molly Santana, but it’s Track 14 that caught the attention of sports fans. On “Make Them Remember,” Drake takes a shot at his former friend <a href="https://thebiglead.com/tag/lebron-james">LeBron James</a>, who Drake felt spurned by during his heated feud with Kendrick Lamar. </p>

<p>“I shouldn’t even be shocked to see you in that arena, because you always made your career off of switching teams up,” Drake rapped.</p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/rapper-drake-disses-lebron-james-after-covering-up-tattoo-another-nba-superstar/">Rapper Drake disses LeBron James after covering up tattoo with another NBA superstar</a></strong></p>

<p>The line disses LeBron for jumping from the <a href="https://thebiglead.com/tag/cleveland-cavaliers">Cleveland Cavaliers</a> to the <a href="https://thebiglead.com/tag/miami-heat">Miami Heat</a> to the <a href="https://thebiglead.com/tag/los-angeles-lakers">Los Angeles Lakers</a> in search of a title, while also acknowledging LeBron’s presence at the <a href="https://thebiglead.com/tag/kendrick-lamar">Kendrick Lamar</a> concert in Los Angeles. </p>

<img src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/default-696-scaled.avif"/><figcaption><p>May 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after a foul in game three of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images</p></figcaption>

<p>“Please stop asking what’s going on with 23 and me,” Drake adds, “he’s not, it’s in my DNA.”</p>

<p>That’s another shot at LeBron and Kendrick, referencing the NBA star’s jersey number and Lamar’s hit song “DNA” from the Grammy-winning album <em>DAMN</em>, which includes the line, “I got loyalty, got royalty inside my DNA.”</p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/fans-believe-drake-has-taken-a-shot-at-lebron-james-in-new-freestyle/">Fans believe Drake has taken a shot at LeBron James in new freestyle</a></strong></p>

<p>If you were wondering whether LeBron was the only NBA player to get a mention on Iceman, of course, he wasn’t. Drake also referenced Stephen Curry, but it was a positive bar on the track “2 Hard 4 The Radio.”</p>

<p>“Back when they was asking about where Davidson was at,” Drake rapped, “now everybody got a blue 30 on they back,”</p>

<p>All of the information you need to listen to the <em>Iceman </em>album can be seen below. </p>

<h2>‘Iceman’ Album Info & Track List</h2>

<img src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/default-693-scaled.avif"/><figcaption><p>Feb 14, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer and actor Drake looks on during player introductions prior to the NBA All Star Game at Air Canada Centre. Mandatory Credit: Peter Llewellyn-Imagn Images</p></figcaption>

<p><strong>Release Date</strong>: Friday, May 15<br><strong>Run Time</strong>: 18 songs, 1 hour 8 minutes<br><strong>Label</strong>: © 2026 OVO, under exclusive license to Republic Records, a division of UMG Recordings, Inc.</p>

<p><strong>Streaming Links</strong>: <a href="https://music.apple.com/us/album/iceman/6769568449">Apple Music</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0OAv7DCME2AV4q1KPO95HY?si=EH34g899Rpi2zbOwt3idXg">Spotify</a></p>

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<li>Make Them Cry</li>

<li>Dust</li>

<li>Whisper My Name</li>

<li>Janice STFU</li>

<li>Ran To Atlanta <em>(feat. Future & Molly Santana)</em></li>

<li>Shabang</li>

<li>Make Them Pay</li>

<li>Burning Bridges</li>

<li>National Treasures</li>

<li>B’s On The Table <em>(feat. 21 Savage)</em></li>

<li>What Did I Miss?</li>

<li>Plot Twist</li>

<li>2 Hard 4 The Radio</li>

<li>Make Them Remember</li>

<li>Little Birdie</li>

<li>Don’t Worry</li>

<li>Firm Friends</li>

<li>Make Them Know</li>
</ol>

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		<title>Mitch Marner continues MVP-level run as Golden Knights knock out Ducks</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 06:03:23 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/tag/vegas-golden-knights/">Vegas Golden Knights</a> are back in the <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/category/nhl/">NHL</a>‘s Western Conference Final, and <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/tag/mitch-marner/">Mitch Marner</a> sits at the center of everything, driving their playoff surge.</p>

<p>Vegas closed out the <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/tag/anaheim-ducks/">Anaheim Ducks</a> series with a commanding 5-1 win in Game 6 on Thursday night at Honda Center, securing the second-round series in six games. Marner opened the scoring just 62 seconds into the game and added another assist, continuing a postseason run that has pushed him into the Conn Smythe conversation.</p>

<p>Marner now leads the <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/tag/2026-stanley-cup-playoffs/">2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs</a> with 18 points through 12 games. His impact has gone far beyond raw production. Vegas has leaned on him in every situation, and the winger has responded with the most complete playoff hockey of his career.</p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/oilers-gm-stan-bowman-reveals-why-edmonton-fired-coach-kris-knoblauch/">Oilers GM Stan Bowman reveals why Edmonton fired coach Kris Knoblauch</a></strong></p>

<p>“Hart has found his game,” former NHL defenseman <a href="https://x.com/ryanwhitney6/status/2055141356545200571?s=20">Ryan Whitney posted on X</a>. “Eichel is a superstar. Marner could win MVP. This is nuts. Wagon.”</p>

<p>That no longer feels like an exaggeration.</p>

<h2>Mitch Marner is driving Vegas’ playoff identity</h2>

<p>Marner’s early goal in Game 6 summed up his postseason perfectly. He slipped behind Anaheim’s defense, fought through contact from Jackson LaCombe, and finished between his legs while falling toward the crease. It was skill, balance, and confidence in one sequence.</p>

<p>But the larger story is how well his game fits the structure John Tortorella has built since taking over behind the bench in late March.</p>

<p>Vegas is playing direct, fast hockey without losing defensive shape. Marner has become the connector between those layers. He leads the club in puck possession metrics, and he has transformed the Golden Knights’ penalty kill into a weapon. Vegas owns an 87.9 percent penalty-kill rate this postseason, with Marner contributing four shorthanded points.</p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/kirill-kaprizovs-136m-deal-draws-heavy-criticism-after-wilds-playoff-exit/">Kirill Kaprizov’s $136M deal draws heavy criticism after Wild’s playoff exit</a></strong></p>

<p>That two-way value matters in the MVP discussion.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/tag/nathan-mackinnon/">Nathan MacKinnon</a> remains the favorite because Colorado entered the playoffs as the Stanley Cup front-runner, while goalie Frederik Andersen (8-0-0) has built a strong case in Carolina with elite goaltending numbers. Still, Marner’s playoff resume keeps growing because he is influencing every area of the game, not just the scoresheet.</p>

<h2>Golden Knights built for a deeper run</h2>

<img src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/default-692-1024x683.avif" /><figcaption>Anaheim Ducks goaltender Lukas Dostal (1) makes a save against Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mitch Marner (93) during the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images</figcaption>

<p>The Ducks pushed Vegas harder than the final result suggests. Anaheim split the first four games and showed real growth under Joel Quenneville, but the experience gap became obvious late in the series.</p>

<p>Vegas responded to pressure with cleaner execution, especially in Games 5 and 6. Pavel Dorofeyev scored twice in the clincher, Brett Howden added another shorthanded goal, and Carter Hart delivered 31 saves despite missing top defenseman Brayden McNabb because of a suspension.</p>

<p>The bigger test arrives next.</p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/maple-leafs-cast-wide-net-amid-torontos-coaching-hunt/">Maple Leafs cast wide net amid Toronto’s coaching hunt</a></strong></p>

<p>Colorado eliminated Minnesota in five games and carries home-ice advantage into the Western Conference Final. MacKinnon against Marner now becomes more than a star matchup. It could decide the Conn Smythe race and the path to the <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/tag/stanley-cup-final/">Stanley Cup Final</a>.</p>

<p>Right now, Marner looks fully comfortable in that spotlight.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>Chargers troll Mike Vrabel, Dianna Russini in schedule release video after NFL greenlight</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 01:01:28 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We were wondering if there was going to be any NFL team out there taking a shot at the <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/new-footage-of-dianna-russini-mike-vrabel-surfaces/">Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini controversy</a> in their schedule release videos.</p>

<p>Well, we can say that there was one team brave enough to do it, and it was the team you’d expect: the Los Angeles Chargers.</p>

<p>The Chargers have become the king of the schedule release video in recent years. </p>

<p>They routinely have one of, if not the best schedule release videos. Los Angeles’ social media team is just the best in the business, plain and simple.</p>

<p>And they didn’t disappoint in 2026, as the Chargers went on to reference the Vrabel-Russini drama in their video when it came time to announce their game against the New England Patriots.</p>

<p>At one point in the video, you see “Next photo dump: 1 mile,” which references all of the different <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/mike-vrabel-dianna-russini-kissing-new-photos/">affair-proving photos of Vrabel and Russini</a> that have come to light.</p>

<p>Then, we see a phone-type notification in the bottom right of the video that says, “NY Post sent you a message,” which is a reference to the outlet that <a href="https://pagesix.com/2026/04/07/celebrity-news/new-england-patriots-mike-vrabel-and-top-ny-times-nfl-reporter-dianna-russini-hold-hands-and-hug-at-luxury-hotel/">first published the incriminating photos</a> that kicked off the Russini-Vrabel saga.</p>

<p>You can check out the references to the Vrabel-Russini drama at the 3:30 mark of the video below.</p>

<p>We absolutely love what the Chargers did here.</p>

<p>They didn’t blatantly reference the Vrabel-Russini drama, but instead threw in subtle references that anyone who has followed the story closely would know.</p>

<p>Well done, Chargers.</p>

<h2>NFL’s hands-off Mike Vrabel policy</h2>

<img src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/default-1695-1024x683.jpg" /><figcaption>Feb 25, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel speaks during the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images</figcaption>

<p>While we thought there was a chance the NFL would tell teams not to do what the Chargers did with Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini, it was actually the exact opposite.</p>

<p>According to <a href="https://frontofficesports.com/nfl-staying-hands-off-schedule-videos-vrabel-jokes-loom/?utm_source=TWITTER&utm_medium=Article&utm_campaign=Editorial">Mike McCarthy of Front Office Sports</a>, the NFL <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/mike-vrabel-dianna-russini-nfl-schedule-release-day/">did not tell teams to avoid the topic</a> in their schedule release videos.</p>

<p>“The league is not reviewing videos in advance,” McCarthy said. “Instead, clubs will continue to control the content of their memes and videos from start to finish. The young, aggressive, social media wags at all 32 clubs will be free to mock Vrabel and the Patriots if they wish.”</p>

<p>We love this approach from the NFL.</p>

<p>It would be tone deaf to force teams to avoid the elephant in the room and the NFL didn’t take that route.</p>

<p>As for the Chargers, they have once again won schedule release day with those two simple references. Hats off.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Liberty and expansion Portland Fire meet Thursday again at Moda Center after Portland stunned New York 98-96 on Tuesday for the first win in Fire franchise history. Sarah Ashlee Barker won it on a buzzer-beating putback, while Bridget Carleton…]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Liberty and expansion Portland Fire meet Thursday again at Moda Center after Portland stunned New York 98-96 on Tuesday for the first win in Fire franchise history. Sarah Ashlee Barker won it on a buzzer-beating putback, while Bridget Carleton scored a career-high 26 points and Carla Leite added 21 in the upset.</p>

<p><strong>MORE:</strong> <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/early-favorites-for-the-2026-wnba-mvp-award/" type="link">Early favorites for the 2026 WNBA MVP Award</a></p>

<img src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/default-632-scaled.avif"/><figcaption><p>May 10, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart (30) argues a call with referee Toni Patillo (76) during a stoppage in play against the Washington Mystics in the second half at CareFirst Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images</p></figcaption>

<h2>How to Watch Liberty vs Fire</h2>

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<li>When: Thursday, May 14, 2026</li>

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<p>New York comes into the rematch short-handed, with Sabrina Ionescu and Satou Sabally both missing the Portland trip because of injuries. Rookie Pauline Astier helped carry the Liberty on Tuesday with a career-high 24 points, and Marine Johannès added 18, but New York committed 18 turnovers and let a seven-point halftime lead slip away.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://amzn.to/3P4JWjf" type="link">– Live Stream Liberty vs Fire with Prime –</a></strong></p>

<p>For Thursday’s rematch, the big question is whether the Liberty can clean up the late-game execution and defensive mistakes that cost them the opener in Portland. The Fire, meanwhile, have a chance to prove Tuesday was more than a one-night upset, especially if Carleton, Leite, and Barker can again pressure a Liberty rotation missing key stars. The game is scheduled for Thursday, May 14 at 7 p.m. PT / 10 p.m. ET at Moda Center.</p>

<p>This is a great NBA matchup that you will not want to miss; make sure to tune in and catch all the action.</p>

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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Wendi Oliveros]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:55:33 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Ravens NFL schedule release revealed a big logistical nightmare in Week 2. On September 20, the Ravens host the New Orleans Saints at 1 pm ET. Later that day, the Orioles host the Milwaukee Brewers at 7:20 PM…]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Baltimore Ravens <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/category/nfl/">NFL </a>schedule release revealed a big logistical nightmare in Week 2. On September 20, the Ravens host the New Orleans Saints at 1 pm ET.</p>

<p>Later that day, the Orioles host the Milwaukee Brewers at 7:20 PM ET.</p>

<p>This will make for an interesting and chaotic day in Baltimore.</p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/2026-nfl-schedule-release-full-week-by-week-list-games/">2026 NFL schedule release: Full week-by-week list of games</a></strong></p>

<h2>Why is this a big deal?</h2>

<p>The Ravens and Orioles’ stadiums are close to one another, and they share parking.</p>

<p>While there are a few hours between the presumed end of the Ravens game and the beginning of the Orioles game, that assumes that fans will file out quickly after the football game before gates open at Camden Yards which is usually 1 1/2 hours before the first pitch, at approximately 5:50 PM.</p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/7-nfl-revenge-games-watch-2026-regular-season/">7 NFL revenge games to watch during 2026 regular season</a></strong></p>

<h2>Fans could make a day of it and go to both</h2>

<p>Under the mantra of “if you can’t beat them, join them,” smart fans who have cash to spend could go to both games. They could park at one spot and walk to both venues.</p>

<img src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/default-1079-1024x683.jpg" /><figcaption>Apr 13, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jeremiah Jackson (82) celebrates with teammates after hitting a sixth inning grand slam against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images</figcaption>

<p>It would be a long day, but it is rare that the Ravens and Orioles play on the same day, so it will be a fun story for fans to share especially if the Ravens and Orioles both win their games. </p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>2026 NFL schedule snubs five teams from primetime</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:53:15 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The 2026 <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/2026-nfl-schedule-release-full-week-by-week-list-games/">NFL schedule</a> is out, and reactions are already pouring in. Fans, teams, and media outlets can now start planning for another exciting season of professional football.</p>

<p>One of the most scrutinized aspects of the NFL schedule release is the number of prime-time games each team receives. The Buffalo Bills lead the league in 2026 with seven prime-time appearances.</p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/7-best-nfl-schedule-release-videos-highlighted-chargers-chiefs-more/">7 best NFL schedule release videos highlighted by Chargers, Chiefs & more</a></strong></p>

<p>However, five teams failed to land a single prime-time slot. While flex scheduling could change that later in the season, nothing is guaranteed. Here are the five teams shut out of prime time in 2026:</p>

<img src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/USATSI_9627447-1024x682.jpg" /><figcaption>Oct 23, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA;  New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith (7) is tackled by Baltimore Ravens nose tackle Brandon Williams (98) during the first half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports</figcaption>

<h2><strong>New York Jets</strong></h2>

<p>All five teams left off the prime-time schedule missed the playoffs last season, including the New York Jets. Still, their exclusion feels somewhat surprising.</p>

<p>New York remains one of the league’s biggest media markets, and the roster features several first-round rookies eager to make an impact. Did the NFL make the right call?</p>

<h2><strong>Tennessee Titans</strong></h2>

<p>The Titans enter 2026 with a new coaching staff, a promising young quarterback, and renewed optimism. Even so, Tennessee won’t get the chance to showcase Cam Ward under the bright lights of prime time.</p>

<p>This marks the second straight season the Titans have gone without a prime-time appearance. The decision is certainly debatable, though Tennessee could still earn a flexed prime-time game later in the year.</p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/9-must-watch-prime-time-games-in-the-2026-nfl-schedule/">9 must-watch prime time games in the 2026 NFL schedule</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong>Las Vegas Raiders</strong></h2>

<p>The Raiders feature a Super Bowl-winning head coach, a No. 1 overall pick at quarterback, and star pass rusher Maxx Crosby. Still, Las Vegas went 0-3 in prime-time games last season.</p>

<p>Given those struggles, the NFL’s decision makes sense. The Raiders now face a prove-it season if they hope to return to prime time in 2027.</p>

<img src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/USATSI_27499328-1024x683.jpg" /><figcaption>Nov 3, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA;  Dallas Cowboys defensive end Dante Fowler Jr. (13) sacks Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) in the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images</figcaption>

<h2><strong>Arizona Cardinals</strong></h2>

<p>Arizona missing out on prime-time games is far less surprising. Questions surround the quarterback position, the team is adjusting to a new head coach, and uncertainty continues to cloud the franchise’s future.</p>

<p>The Cardinals also compete in a division loaded with NFC contenders, making the road ahead even tougher. For Arizona fans, this season could be a grind — or perhaps the NFL did them a favor.</p>

<h2><strong>Miami Dolphins</strong></h2>

<p>The Dolphins received plenty of prime-time exposure beginning in 2022, but that era is over. Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill, and Mike McDaniel are all gone, and Miami suddenly looks much closer to the team it was in 2019.</p>

<p>Playing in the same division as the Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots won’t make things any easier. At least Dolphins fans can say they aren’t the Jets … right?</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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		<title>How to live stream Golden Knights vs Ducks: NHL Playoffs, TV channel</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Golden Knights visit the Ducks on Thursday night for Game 6 at Honda Center with Vegas leading the Western Conference second-round series 3-2.</p>

<p><strong>MORE:</strong> <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/oilers-urged-to-avoid-panic-move-involving-74m-d-man-after-early-playoff-exit/" type="link">Oilers urged to avoid panic move involving $74M D-man after early playoff exit</a></p>

<img src="https://www.thebiglead.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/default-625-scaled.avif"/><figcaption><p>May 12, 2026; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Anaheim Ducks goaltender Lukas Dostal (1) makes a save against Vegas Golden Knights left wing Brandon Saad (20) during the third period of game five of the second round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images</p></figcaption>

<h2>How to Watch Golden Knights vs Ducks</h2>

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<li>When: Thursday, May 14, 2026</li>

<li>Time: 9:30 PM ET</li>

<li>TV Channel: TNT / truTV</li>

<li>Live Stream: DIRECTV (<a href="https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-101470546-17023955?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2Fsports%2Fnhl-hockey%2F"><strong>try for free</strong></a>)</li>
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<p>Vegas took control of the series Tuesday with a 3-2 overtime win in Game 5, as Pavel Dorofeyev scored twice, including the winner 4:10 into OT. Jack Eichel assisted on the decisive goal and finished with two helpers, while Carter Hart made 34 saves to put the Golden Knights one win from the Western Conference Final.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-101470546-17023955?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.directv.com%2Fsports%2Fnhl-hockey%2F" type="link">– Live Stream Golden Knights vs Ducks with DIRECTV –</a></strong></p>

<p>Anaheim still has a path back home after pushing Game 5 to overtime on Olen Zellweger’s late tying goal, and Beckett Sennecke has been one of the Ducks’ best stories after scoring in four straight playoff games. But the Ducks will need to protect Lukas Dostal better after he faced 32 shots in Game 5, and Vegas’ depth scoring has started to tilt the series.</p>

<p>One major Game 6 storyline is Brayden McNabb’s absence after he was suspended one game for a late hit on Ryan Poehling in Game 5. That removes a veteran defenseman from Vegas’ lineup in a close-out game and gives Anaheim a little more room to attack as it tries to force Game 7.</p>

<p>This is a great NHL matchup that you will not want to miss; make sure to tune in and catch all the action.</p>

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		<title>7 best NFL schedule release videos highlighted by Chargers, Chiefs &#038; more</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:29:56 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The 2026 <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/category/nfl/">NFL</a> schedule release videos are one of the biggest parts of the offseason, and the social media departments for many teams delivered in a massive way.</p>

<p>Football fans get to dive into their favorite team’s rundown of opponents for the next season after Thursday’s release. However, some squads also delivered the news with incredible creativity as the season looms in the next four months.</p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/2026-nfl-schedule-release-full-week-by-week-list-games/">2026 NFL schedule release, Full week-by-week list of games</a></strong></p>

<p>The entire regular season schedule dropped for NFL fans, including <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/7-nfl-revenge-games-watch-2026-regular-season/">many enticing revenge games</a> for top players visiting their old teams. That includes new Kansas City Chiefs RB Kenneth Walker III visiting the Seattle Seahawks after helping the team win Super Bowl 60.</p>

<p>However, fans are so caught up in teams dropping their own schedule hype videos that they cannot contain their excitement for football to return in September.</p>

<p>Several teams are traditionally stellar when it comes to releasing their schedules, including the Los Angeles Chargers and Tennessee Titans.</p>

<h2>Best NFL schedule release videos for 2026 season</h2>

<p><strong>Los Angeles Chargers</strong></p>

<blockquote><p lang="en" dir="ltr">should we REALLY make our schedule release video in halo?<br><br>yes yes yesyes<br>yesyes yes yes yes<br>yes yes yes yes yes<br>yes yesyes yes yes<br>yes yesye yes yes<br>yes yes yesyes <a href="https://t.co/eusK9QmNGd">pic.twitter.com/eusK9QmNGd</a></p>&mdash; Los Angeles Chargers (@chargers) <a href="https://twitter.com/chargers/status/2055068428978004027?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 14, 2026</a></blockquote>

<p>The Chargers did not disappoint whatsoever with their stunning recreation of the iconic video game series “Halo.” Los Angeles used the popular role-playing game to bring Justin Herbert and the Chargers schedule to life.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, LA did call out the <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/mike-vrabel-dianna-russini-nfl-schedule-release-day/">Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel scandal</a> with a quick jab at the former The Athletic reporter and New England Patriots head coach. </p>

<p><strong>MORE: <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/7-nfl-revenge-games-watch-2026-regular-season/">7 NFL revenge games to watch during 2026 regular season</a></strong></p>

<p><strong>Kansas City Chiefs</strong></p>

<blockquote><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The ’90s called. They want their schedule release back. <a href="https://t.co/Gzc456uPbC">pic.twitter.com/Gzc456uPbC</a></p>&mdash; Kansas City Chiefs (@Chiefs) <a href="https://twitter.com/Chiefs/status/2055068138463478053?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 14, 2026</a></blockquote>

<p>Meanwhile, the Kansas City Chiefs stepped their game up their year with a 1990’s-inspired informercial that includes hilarious actor and comedian Rob Riggle.</p>

<p><strong>Tampa Bay Buccaneers</strong></p>

<blockquote><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Tampa Bay Watch is on the scene 🏖️😂<br><br>Our lifeguards are always on duty & this season, we protect the bay at all costs. <a href="https://t.co/NysSRqqLic">pic.twitter.com/NysSRqqLic</a></p>&mdash; Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) <a href="https://twitter.com/Buccaneers/status/2055068139738853515?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 14, 2026</a></blockquote>

<p>The NFC South franchise delivered a hilarious rendition of “Bay Watch” as the popular show prepares to make a <a href="https://www.thebiglead.com/livvy-dunne-shows-off-iconic-slow-mo-baywatch-run-video-jimmy-fallon/">comeback with Livvy Dunne</a> and other major stars involved. It’s a fantastic effort from Tampa Bay before the 2026 NFL season.</p>

<p><strong>Las Vegas Raiders</strong></p>

<blockquote><p lang="en" dir="ltr">You don't get it. It's the 2026 Schedule Release!<br><br>📰 <a href="https://t.co/CIxG8eTk9u">https://t.co/CIxG8eTk9u</a> <a href="https://t.co/O4h2dbM5ZN">pic.twitter.com/O4h2dbM5ZN</a></p>&mdash; Las Vegas Raiders (@Raiders) <a href="https://twitter.com/Raiders/status/2055068502281884004?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 14, 2026</a></blockquote>

<p>Las Vegas is fully embracing its number one overall pick Fernando Mendoza and veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins. It seems as though their budding “Step Brothers” relationship is going to be an exciting one as the Raiders build their frachise around the former Indiana Hoosiers superstar.</p>

<p><strong>Atlanta Falcons</strong></p>

<blockquote><p lang="en" dir="ltr">This is Falcons Football: 2026 Compilation <a href="https://t.co/JWM7ip9xoW">pic.twitter.com/JWM7ip9xoW</a></p>&mdash; Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) <a href="https://twitter.com/AtlantaFalcons/status/2055068140082803171?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 14, 2026</a></blockquote>

<p>This play on classic “This is SportsCenter” commercials certainly adds some serious hype to Atlanta for the new season. New Falcons GM Matt Ryan even played a funny role in the skit, which certainly would make Stuart Scott and other ESPN legends proud. </p>

<p><strong>Jacksonville Jaguars</strong></p>

<blockquote><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The Cut 💈  <br> <a href="https://twitter.com/Kissimmee?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Kissimmee</a> | 🎟️: <a href="https://t.co/EpEGvYmb92">https://t.co/EpEGvYmb92</a> <a href="https://t.co/A6iDwbpMqW">pic.twitter.com/A6iDwbpMqW</a></p>&mdash; Jacksonville Jaguars (@Jaguars) <a href="https://twitter.com/Jaguars/status/2055068173880234153?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 14, 2026</a></blockquote>

<p>The Jaguars delivered an iconic concept this year after showing off star quarterback Trevor Lawrence and his beloved long, flowing hair. The only catch is that Jacksonville based its video around having Lawrence cut his trademark look.</p>

<p><strong>Tennessee Titans</strong></p>

<blockquote><p lang="en" dir="ltr">You never know who you'll see on the street <a href="https://twitter.com/Shift4?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Shift4</a><br><br>NFL Schedule Release Show 5/14 on <a href="https://twitter.com/nflnetwork?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nflnetwork</a> at 7PM CT <a href="https://t.co/uddftsZab2">pic.twitter.com/uddftsZab2</a></p>&mdash; Tennessee Titans (@Titans) <a href="https://twitter.com/Titans/status/2055068535290724797?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 14, 2026</a></blockquote>

<p>The Titans continue to dominate schedule release day with another memorable concept. This year, Tennessee’s social team found look-a-likes for NFL players on teams that the Titans will face. It’s not quite as good as the legendary “guess the logo” idea from years ago, but it’s still really funny.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
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