Former Auburn coach Bruce Pearl said the NCAA should consider levying harsh consequences against Alabama for its role in Charles Bediako joining the team midseason.

Bediako, a two-year starter at Alabama from 2021-23, was in the midst of his third G League season before being granted a temporary restraining order to return to college for the remainder of the campaign.

Pearl said the NCAA should consider banning Alabama from the NCAA tournament this year for allowing Bediako to return to the school years later.

“I think they should consider it,” Pearl said in an interview with OutKick on Saturday, Jan. 31. “I think it’s something that should be talked about. … So, the NCAA, Alabama went ‘Hey, we want to get Bediako eligible. We think there’s some argument that he’s getting treated differently as an American that played professionally vs. European kids.’ It’s a good argument to have but the NCAA said no.

‘They said, ‘No, he’s not eligible. You guys are part of the SEC, you’re part of the NCAA. You guys choose to be here. Therefore, you choose to play by our rules.’ And so, when we don’t like the ruling, what do we do? We go to court and get an injunction.”

Bediako’s temporary restraining order states the NCAA can’t impose sanctions or bans to Alabama as a result of Bediako being allowed to play. In other words, the NCAA can’t consider banning the Crimson Tide from the NCAA Tournament.

Bediako has been a huge boost to Alabama’s frontcourt already. He scored 13 and 14 points, respectively, in his first two games this season against Tennessee and Missouri. ESPN’s Seth Greenberg even called the Crimson Tide a national championship contender with Bediako in the fold.

Regardless, it’s a harsh statement from Pearl, who retired from coaching ahead of the 2025-26 college basketball season. Pearl coached Auburn from 2014-25 and, prior to coaching the Tigers, led Tennessee from 2005-11. His son, Steven Pearl, is in his first season as head coach at Auburn after taking over for his dad.

Pearl led Auburn to two Final Four appearances in 2019 and 2025 and accumulated a 244-123 record in 11 seasons.

Kidd was asked about reports of ‘criticism’ he’d received for playing Flagg, the top pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, at point guard. Dallas’ fifth-year coach interrupted the question, responding with a profanity-filled rant slamming those reports while flexing his career resume.

‘I don’t give a (expletive) about the criticism. Criticism? That’s your opinion. You guys write that bull(crap),’ Kidd said. ‘That’s not … I’ve done this. I’ve played this game. I’ve played it at a very high level. I know what the (expletive) I’m doing.

‘But I don’t give a (expletive) what you guys write. Because you guys have never played the game. And so, I build players. So, I know what the (expletive) I’m doing. So, to take criticism, it only makes me better. Because if I wasn’t doing it right you guys wouldn’t be poking holes in what I’ve done.’

Flagg had 34 points, 12 rebounds, five assists and a block in the loss. In his prior outing he set an NBA record for a teenager, scoring 49 points in a loss against the Charlotte Hornets.

The Mavericks have lost four consecutive games. Their next matchup is Tuesday, Feb. 3 against the Boston Celtics at the American Airlines Center in Dallas.

News emerged in recent days that legendary Notre Dame football coach Lou Holtz had been placed in hospice care. On Saturday, Jan. 31, his family provided an update.

Kevin Holtz, his son, posted an update on the 1988 national championship-winning coach on his Facebook account on Jan. 31, confirming Lou Holtz is in hospice care.

“The Holtz family, Luanne Altenbaumer, Skip Holtz, Liz Holtz Messaglia, share the difficult news that our father, Coach Lou Holtz, is presently facing a health challenge,“ Kevin Holtz posted on Facebook. ”While this is a challenging time, our focus is on maintaining his comfort, quality of life and care in his Orlando home.

“As family has always been the highest importance to Coach, we are holding to each other and focusing on making every moment and day count. The whole family appreciates your thoughts, prayers, and support but ask for privacy as we navigate this journey. Psalm 41:3.″

Skip Holtz offered another update on Lou Holtz’s health on Feb. 1.

‘Appreciate everyone’s text and prayers,’ the former head coach of the UFL’s Birmingham Stallions wrote on X. ‘Dad is 89 and he is STILL fighting the fight! Only the man upstairs knows how much time is left on the clock. Cherishing the time we still have together in Orlando.’

Lou Holtz spent 33 seasons as a head coach, posting a 249-132-7 record with stops at William & Mary, NC State, Arkansas, Minnesota, Notre Dame and South Carolina over his career. He also had a one-year stint in the NFL with the New York Jets.

He was elected into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2008 and worked for ESPN as a college football analyst after his retirement.

England’s Justin Rose holds a commanding six-shot lead entering Sunday’s final round of the.2026 Farmers Insurance Open.

On the strength of a 10-under-par 62 in his opening round, Rose has put himself in position to go wire-to-wire for his 13th career PGA Tour victory. He began Feb. 1 at 21 under par, six strokes clear of American Joel Dahmen and eight in front of Japan’s Ryo Hisatsune and South Korea’s Si Woo Kim at the famed Torrey Pines Golf Club in La Jolla, California.

Making his return to the PGA Tour this week, Brooks Koepka began the day at 2-under, 19 shots back.

IN PROGRESS SCORES: 2026 Farmers Insurance Open

The second event on the West Coast has a deep field competing for a total purse of $9.6 million. Here’s how the prize money breaks down.

What’s the total purse for the 2026 Farmers Insurance Open?

The total purse for the 2026 Farmers Insurance Open is $9.6 million. A year ago, it was $9.3 million.

How much money does the winner make at the 2026 Farmers Insurance Open?

The winner of this year’s Farmers Insurance Open will receive $1.728 million. That’s up from the $1.674 million Harris English banked for his win in the 2025 tournament.

Farmers Insurance Open 2026 prize money payouts

$1,728,000
$1,046,400
$662,400
$470,400
$393,600
$348,000
$324,000
$300,000
$280,800
$261,600
$242,400
$223,200
$204,000
$184,800
$175,200
$165,600
$156,000
$146,400
$136,800
$127,200
$117,600
$108,000
$100,320
$92,640
$84,960
$77,280
$74,400
$71,520
$68,640
$65,760
$62,880
$60,000
$57,120
$54,720
$52,320
$49,920
$47,520
$45,600
$43,680
$41,760
$39,840
$37,920
$36,000
$34,080
$32,160
$30,240
$28,320
$26,784
$25,440
$24,672
$24,096
$23,520
$23,136
$22,752
$22,560
$22,368
$22,176
$21,984
$21,792
$21,600
$21,408
$21,216
$21,024
$20,832
$20,640
$20,448
$20,256
$20,064
$19,872
$19,680
$19,488
$19,296
$19,104
$18,912
$18,720
$18,528
$18,336
$18,144
$17,952
$17,760

Tottenham forward Dominic Solanke may have scored the goal of the season in a 2-2 draw with Manchester City on Sunday, Feb. 1.

The 28-year-old contorted his body to score a rare scorpion-kick goal, earning his side a share of the spoils at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in north London.

Solanke’s acrobatic finish in the 70th minute completed his brace and ensured Spurs secured a point at home against City.

It looked like City would cruise to three points against Thomas Frank’s struggling side after Rayan Cherki and Antoine Semenyo scored before the break to give the visitors a 2-0 lead.

But Solanke halved the deficit in the 53rd minute before scoring his second in absurd fashion 17 minutes later.

Conor Gallagher’s cross from the right was behind Solanke, who still somehow managed to reach his right foot behind him and make enough contact to loop the ball over the outstretched arm of Gianluigi Donnarumma.

‘I was trying to make something out of nothing,’ Solanke told Sky Sports after the game. ‘I’ll be watching that back a few times!’

The two goals were the first Premier League strikes of the season for Solanke, who only recently returned after four months out due to ankle surgery.

Tottenham remained in 14th place with the draw. City, meanwhile, lost valuable ground on Arsenal. Pep Guardiola’s side ends the weekend in second place, six points back of the Gunners.

Just one game remains in the 2025 NFL season. The New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will face off in Super Bowl 60 to determine which team is able to emerge with the Lombardi Trophy in a Super Bowl 49 rematch.

What about the rest of the teams around the NFL? They have shifted their focus to the offseason and have begun preparing for free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft.

The top of the 2026 NFL Draft could end up being unpredictable. Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza is a near-lock to be the No. 1 overall selection, but Oregon quarterback Dante Moore’s return to school has thrown the remainder of the top five into flux.

Will the New York Jets go with a defensive talent at No. 2 with Moore off the board? If so, players like Arvell Reese, Rueben Bain Jr. and David Bailey will draw attention. Should the Jets want to continue building up their offense, they could roll with receiving weapons like Carnell Tate, Jordyn Tyson or even Makai Lemon.

There are a few other blue-chip stars who play at lower-value positions that could interest the Jets. Notably, running back Jeremiyah Love and safety Caleb Downs could draw consideration as the team looks to improve in all facets of the game.

How could the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft look? Below are the latest expert projections with both the first-round order and the draft pool largely set.

2026 NFL mock draft roundup: Round 1

Here’s how the first 32 picks in the 2026 NFL Draft could unfold, according to draft experts from CBS Sports, NFL Media, The Athletic and Yahoo Sports as Super Bowl 60 draws nearer.

1. Las Vegas Raiders

CBS Sports (Blake Brockermeyer): Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
NFL Media (Eric Edholm): Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
The Athletic (Nick Baumgardner and Scott Dochterman): Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana
Yahoo Sports (Charles McDonald and Nate Tice): Fernando Mendoza, QB, Indiana

Yahoo Sports: ‘Mendoza is a clean operator whose sheer professionalism could lift the floor up for a franchise that’s been in the doldrums for oh so long. Mendoza is accurate, has good size, moves well in the pocket, and constantly finds the right answer from the pocket (he’s already a standout in situations like third down, the red zone and two-minute drives). He’s not an overwhelming athlete, but can create and scramble for yards when things go astray.’

2. New York Jets

CBS Sports: Arvell Reese, edge, Ohio State
NFL Media: Arvell Reese, edge, Ohio State
The Athletic: Arvell Reese, edge, Ohio State
Yahoo Sports: Rueben Bain Jr., edge, Miami (FL)

NFL Media: ‘Reese is far from a finished product, and there will be pressure on the Jets to weaponize him early, but if they’re patient, he could become a forceful pressure player and eventual game-changer.’

3. Arizona Cardinals

CBS Sports: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami (FL)
NFL Media: Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
The Athletic: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami (FL)
Yahoo Sports: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami (FL)

CBS Sports: ‘Francis Mauigoa excelled during the Hurricanes’ playoff run and has been a model of consistency over the past two seasons at right tackle. He’s thickly built with excellent power and can move defenders against their will in the run game. He’s above average in pass protection with good technique and the feet to play in space.’

4. Tennessee Titans

CBS Sports: Rueben Bain Jr., edge, Miami (FL)
NFL Media: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
The Athletic: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
Yahoo Sports: Arvell Reese, edge, Ohio State

The Athletic: ‘The Titans could go edge at No. 4 (Texas Tech’s David Bailey), but everything in GM Mike Borgonzi’s world right now has to be about helping quarterback Cam Ward. There are spots in need of upgrades all over the place, but the Titans are pretty desperate for a true WR1.’

5. New York Giants

CBS Sports: Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
NFL Media: Makai Lemon, WR, USC
The Athletic: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
Yahoo Sports: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State

NFL Media: ‘Don’t rule out an offensive lineman here, but Lemon and Malik Nabers could be an excellent duo for Jaxson Dart and a new Giants offense. Lemon is a tough, competitive, yards-after-catch specialist who’ll fit a hard-nosed John Harbaugh team.’

6. Cleveland Browns

CBS Sports: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State
NFL Media: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami (FL)
The Athletic: Spencer Fano, OT, Utah
Yahoo Sports: Spencer Fano, OT, Utah

Yahoo Sports: ‘Cleveland has to rebuild its offensive line, no matter who is the head coach of this team next season. The Browns are getting a little old up front (and, frankly, bad) so it’s time to add talent at offensive tackle. Spencer Fano has the ability to start right away with long-term development upside that the Browns need.’

7. Washington Commanders

CBS Sports: David Bailey, edge, Texas Tech
NFL Media: David Bailey, edge, Texas Tech
The Athletic: David Bailey, edge, Texas Tech
Yahoo Sports: David Bailey, edge, Texas Tech

CBS Sports: ‘David Bailey is a natural edge rusher with the ability to win with speed and exceptional quickness in tight spaces. He’s a dynamic player who can wreck a game and has shown improvement against the run.’

8. New Orleans Saints

CBS Sports: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
NFL Media: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
The Athletic: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
Yahoo Sports: Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio State

NFL Media: ‘The Saints don’t need to splurge for a back this early, but Love might be too good to pass up. Kellen Moore thrived with a balanced Eagles attack in 2024, and he could add a terrific playmaker to a budding offense behind Tyler Shough. Imagine Love’s spin moves on the Superdome turf – it could be electric.’

9. Kansas City Chiefs

CBS Sports: Keldric Faulk, edge, Auburn
NFL Media: Rueben Bain Jr., edge, Miami (FL)
The Athletic: Rueben Bain Jr., edge, Miami (FL)
Yahoo Sports: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame

The Athletic: ‘Miami led the nation in sacks, and Bain was an offense-wrecking machine. He frequently drew double teams, yet still finished with 9.5 sacks and 83 total pressures, according to PFF. Lined up alongside Chris Jones, Bain immediately would revitalize the Chiefs’ slumping defense.’

10. Cincinnati Bengals

CBS Sports: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
NFL Media: Caleb Downs, S, Ohio State
The Athletic: Keldric Faulk, edge, Auburn
Yahoo Sports: Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU

CBS Sports: ‘The Bengals’ defense, especially the secondary, had a rough season, but help is on the way. Caleb Downs is a high-IQ leader who excels in both phases. He can erase tight ends, play in the box as a run stuffer and is an excellent tackler in space.’

11. Miami Dolphins

CBS Sports: Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
NFL Media: Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon
The Athletic: Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
Yahoo Sports: Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee

Yahoo Sports: ‘McCoy is still in the running to be the first cornerback selected despite not playing this season due to a knee injury. The Dolphins could draft any position and it would make sense, but they could use a young cornerback with some pedigree.’

12. Dallas Cowboys

CBS Sports: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre Dame
NFL Media: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
The Athletic: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
Yahoo Sports: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State

NFL Media: ‘It won’t shock me if Styles ends up going higher than this come April, even if off-ball linebackers don’t tend to come off the board in the top 10 very often in this era. Styles is a prospect bursting with upside and potential – and one of my favorite players in the entire class.’

13. Los Angeles Rams (via Falcons)

CBS Sports: Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama
NFL Media: Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
The Athletic: Makai Lemon, WR, USC
Yahoo Sports: Aveion Terrell, CB, Clemson

CBS Sports: ‘[Simpson] has a strong arm, can hit every area of the field with velocity and touch and processes quickly with strong anticipation. Experience will be his biggest hurdle.’

14. Baltimore Ravens

CBS Sports: Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State
NFL Media: Olaivavega Ioane, G, Penn State
The Athletic: Olaivavega Ioane, G, Penn State
Yahoo Sports: Keldric Faulk, edge, Auburn

The Athletic: ‘A big, powerful athlete with quick hands and plenty of grit in the run game, Ioane played both guard spots, right tackle and even a bit of center at Penn State. One of the few consistent bright spots for the Nittany Lions this season, Ioane just feels like a Raven.’

15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

CBS Sports: Cashius Howell, edge, Texas A&M
NFL Media: Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
The Athletic: Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon
Yahoo Sports: C.J. Allen, LB, Georgia

Yahoo Sports: ‘Allen has been a steadying force for Georgia’s defense ever since he stepped on the field as a freshman. He has intangibles and a well-rounded game that would fit in Todd Bowles’ defense. And really any defense, to be fair.’

16. New York Jets (via Colts)

CBS Sports: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
NFL Media: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State
The Athletic: Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama
Yahoo Sports: Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona State

NFL Media: ‘The Jets probably can’t afford to get out of Round 1 without some offensive firepower, and Tyson brings it. He’s a splash-play machine and a deep threat, although his injury history could be a limiting factor.’

17. Detroit Lions

CBS Sports: Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia
NFL Media: Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson
The Athletic: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
Yahoo Sports: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah

The Athletic: ‘The Lions’ offensive line could use a youth infusion, and Lomu, more than any of the other available offensive tackles, would fit perfectly with what Dan Campbell wants. He is durable (800 snaps at left tackle last season) and allowed only two quarterback hits all year, according to PFF. It’s possible he could step in at guard before shifting outside, if required.’

18. Minnesota Vikings

CBS Sports: Jermod McCoy, CB, Tennessee
NFL Media: Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, S, Toledo
The Athletic: Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre
Yahoo Sports: Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State

NFL Media: ‘We don’t yet know if Harrison Smith will return for another season, but either way, the Vikings must upgrade at safety. I’ll bet Brian Flores will love watching the highly impactful McNeil-Warren meet ball-carriers and make plays all over the field.’

19. Carolina Panthers

CBS Sports: Makai Lemon, WR, USC
NFL Media: Keldric Faulk, edge, Auburn
The Athletic: Kayden McDonald, DT, Ohio State
Yahoo Sports: Peter Woods, DT, Clemson

Yahoo Sports: ‘Woods could go much higher than this, or much lower. His flashes are as good as any defensive player in this draft class, but he had a maddeningly inconsistent year on an underwhelming Clemson team. The Panthers need to continue to add needle-movers to their defense and if Woods reaches his ceiling, the Panthers could have a monster front with Woods and Derrick Brown.’

20. Dallas Cowboys (via Packers)

CBS Sports: Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio State
NFL Media: Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina
The Athletic: Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina
Yahoo Sports: Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina

The Athletic: ‘Cisse was known as one of the fastest players in South Carolina’s program last year after transferring from NC State. That’s some serious gas on a team that includes world-class sprinter Nyck Harbor, who has topped 22 miles per hour on the GPS.’

21. Pittsburgh Steelers

CBS Sports: Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
NFL Media: KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
The Athletic: Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
Yahoo Sports: Makai Lemon, WR, USC

CBS Sports: ‘Kadyn Proctor settled in this season and had his best year for the Tide. I’d consider kicking him inside to guard, where I think he can excel. He can maul in the run game and has shown better consistency in protection.’

22. Los Angeles Chargers

CBS Sports: Olaivavega Ioane, G, Penn State
NFL Media: Cashius Howell, edge, Texas A&M
The Athletic: Peter Woods, DT, Clemson
Yahoo Sports: Olaivavega Ioane, G, Penn State

NFL Media: ‘The Chargers don’t mind pass rushers with atypical measurements, and Howell matches the temperament they are looking for, with a violent, urgent play style. This feels like a great match to protect against Khalil Mack’s potential departure/retirement.’

23. Philadelphia Eagles

CBS Sports: Zachariah Branch, WR, Georgia
NFL Media: Colton Hood, CB, Tennessee
The Athletic: Cashius Howell, edge, Texas A&M
Yahoo Sports: Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia

Yahoo Sports: ‘Freeling has been a big riser over the back half of the college season and might go even higher than this when this cycle is all said and done. He has good size with long arms and a frame that could add even more bulk.’

24. Cleveland Browns (via Jaguars)

CBS Sports: Lee Hunter, DT, Texas Tech
NFL Media: Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
The Athletic: Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
Yahoo Sports: Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama

The Athletic: ‘Trying to land QB2 in this draft class (whether it’s Simpson or another prospect) should be on the table for Cleveland, either by trading up or sticking at 24 and hoping he falls. If that doesn’t work, though, landing Boston – a big receiver who runs like a smaller receiver (with great ball skills) – would be a fine alternative.’

25. Chicago Bears

CBS Sports: Zion Young, edge, Missouri
NFL Media: T.J. Parker, edge, Clemson
The Athletic: Caleb Banks, DT, Florida
Yahoo Sports: Lee Hunter, DT, Texas Tech

NFL Media: ‘Parker’s declined production in 2025 could keep him out of Round 1, but he checks a lot of boxes for the type of edge the Bears seek, with his long-arm rush a difference-making move.’

26. Buffalo Bills

CBS Sports: KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
NFL Media: C.J. Allen, LB, Georgia
The Athletic: C.J. Allen, LB, Georgia
Yahoo Sports: T.J. Parker, edge, Clemson

CBS Sports: ‘Explosive on screens and slants, KC Concepcion can break tackles and also stretch the defense vertically. He has good acceleration, separates after the catch and attacks the ball in the air. He’s also a dangerous return weapon.’

27. San Francisco 49ers

CBS Sports: Peter Woods, DT, Clemson
NFL Media: Caleb Lomu, OT, Utah
The Athletic: KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
Yahoo Sports: Blake Miller, OT, Clemson

Yahoo Sports: ‘Miller is a right tackle with good size, quickness and light feet as a pass protector. His agility would make him a great fit for a Shanahan offense that likes to have its linemen constantly on the move.’

28. Houston Texans

CBS Sports: Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon
NFL Media: Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama
The Athletic: Anthony Hill Jr., LB, Texas
Yahoo Sports: Kadyn Proctor, OT, Alabama

CBS Sports: ‘Kenyon Sadiq is a fluid mover who runs like a big wide receiver. He catches naturally away from his body, finds soft spots in coverage and is a dependable target you can count on. He offers big-play ability after the catch and is a solid blocker.’

29. Los Angeles Rams

CBS Sports: Brandon Cisse, CB, South Carolina
NFL Media: Ty Simpson, QB, Alabama
The Athletic: Avieon Terrell, CB, Clemson
Yahoo Sports: Denzel Boston, WR, Washington

The Athletic: ‘ACC offenses wisely stayed away from Terrell this year, but that didn’t limit his impact. The younger brother of Falcons starter A.J. Terrell, Avieon didn’t record an interception but broke up nine passes and forced five fumbles. His play is reminiscent of former LSU and NFL star Tyrann Mathieu.’

30. Denver Broncos

CBS Sports: Denzel Boston, WR, Washington
NFL Media: Jake Golday, LB, Cincinnati
The Athletic: Mansoor Delane, CB, LSU
Yahoo Sports: Anthony Hill Jr., LB, Texas

Yahoo Sports: ‘A long-term linebacker prospect is exactly what the Broncos need and they get a talented one here in Hill. He was injured to close the season, but the Broncos can use his talents here to give them a more complete defense with young talent at all three levels.’

31. New England Patriots

CBS Sports: Akheem Mesidor, edge, Miami (FL)
NFL Media: Akheem Mesidor, edge, Miami (FL)
The Athletic: Monroe Freeling, OT, Georgia
Yahoo Sports: Kenyon Sadiq, TE, Oregon

NFL Media: ‘The Patriots’ first four picks a year ago were on offense, and though they could continue helping Drake Maye, a pass rusher also makes sense. Mesidor fits their needs, assuming his age and injury history are not overly concerning to New England decision-makers.’

32. Seattle Seahawks

CBS Sports: Emmanuel Pregnon, G, Oregon
NFL Media: R Mason Thomas, edge, Oklahoma
The Athletic: T.J. Parker, edge, Clemson
Yahoo Sports: Cashius Howell, edge, Texas A&M

CBS Sports: ‘Emmanuel Pregnon is physical at the point with excellent strength and leverage, and he’s also effective as a puller. He can maul defenders and has held up well in pass protection with good hands and a strong anchor.’

The NBA has suspended Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George for 25 games without pay for violating the league’s anti-drug program, the league announced Saturday.

George’s suspension will start with Saturday night’s home game between the 76ers and the New Orleans Pelicans. The suspension will cost him $11.7 million in salary. George is making $51.6 million this season.

‘Over the past few years, I’ve discussed the importance of mental health, and in the course of recently seeking treatment for an issue of my own, I made the mistake of taking an improper medication,’ George said in a statement. ‘I take full responsibility for my actions and apologize to the Sixers organization, my teammates, and the Philly fans for my poor decision-making during this process.

‘I am focused on using this time to make sure that my mind and body are in the best condition to help the team when I return.’

George, 35, is averaging 16 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in 27 games this season for Philadelphia (26-21), who are in sixth place in the Eastern Conference entering tonight’s contest.

The Cleveland Cavaliers have acquired guards Keon Ellis and Dennis Schroder in a deal that sends De’Andre Hunter to the Sacramento Kings and also involves the Chicago Bulls, according to a report from ESPN’s Shams Charania.

The Kings received Hunter, a small forward, and are also sending Dario Saric and two future second-round picks to the Bulls.

Ellis and Schroder join a Cleveland roster that already includes Donovan Mitchell and Darius Garland, adding more depth to the Cavs’ backcourt as they look to make a deep playoff push. Ellis and Schroder can help stretch the floor and also hurt defenses with penetration. Both players are active defenders that give ballhandlers headaches.

The Cavaliers currently sit fifth in the Eastern Conference standings at 29-21.

Three-team trade details

Sacramento Kings receive: De’Andre Hunter
Cleveland Cavaliers receive: Dennis Schroder, Keon Ellis
Chicago Bulls receive: Dario Saric, two future second-round picks

Winners and losers

This is a rare case where I don’t think there are any ‘losers’ in this deal. No one likes that idea, but it’s sort of true.

Well, not really. The loser is the Chicago Bulls. The winners are the ones who really wanted to make the trade − the Kings and Cavaliers.

The odd team is the third team involved to make it all work out − the Bulls. They did their Central Division foes a favor by being the bridge that allows the Cavs to add more depth in their backcourt, especially at point guard.

In return, the Bulls get Saric and two future second-round picks, but at this point it doesn’t seem like anything that will turn their 24-25 record into a playoff berth. Chicago waived Jevon Carter to make space for Saric, according to Charania.

The Cavaliers not only add to their backcourt but they get guys that aren’t afraid to get gritty. Ellis has a style of defensive play where, when at his best, he’s someone that makes opposing guards work for every shot. Schroder doesn’t back down from big moments, or conflict − consider his postgame dust-up with Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic, which he received a three-game suspension for. That type of edge can actually provide a positive spark for a playoff-contending team.

Additionally, the Cavaliers created $50 million in salary and tax savings, according to reporting from ESPN’s Charania.

The Kings continue their quest for a silent rebuild and Hunter fits their timeline for that. Whether he’ll be in Sacramento long-term is up to him, as he’ll be an unrestricted free agent in July 2027, barring any contraction extensions from the Kings.

Hunter adds versatility at the wing position, length defensively and has the ability to be a threat offensively. If the Kings can keep him around long-term then this trade could prove to be even better than it appears.

One thing it shows for Sacramento is that it’s clearing the depth chart of guards. Interesting timing following the first-half performance of Kansas freshman guard Darryn Peterson, who had 18 points in the Jayhawks’ 90-82 win against BYU. Peterson left the game with a cramp. Potential 2026 NBA Draft lottery pick AJ Dybantsa had 17 points for BYU.

In the meantime, rookie Nique Clifford has been seen bringing the ball up the floor and playing more point guard as of recent. Sacramento still has Russell Westbrook for the rest of the season and he’s been a bright spot for the Kings.

One the underrated parts of this move is how it allows Sacramento to convert Dylan Cardwell’s two-way contract to a standard deal.

De’Andre Hunter age, contract details

Hunter is 28 years old. He was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers with the fourth overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft and traded to the New Orleans Pelicans in the Anthony Davis deal. He then was traded again to the Atlanta Hawks.

Hunter signed a four-year $90 million rookie contract extension with the Hawks on Oct. 17, 2022. He was traded to Cleveland last year near the trade deadline on Feb. 6, 2025 for Caris LeVert, Georges Niang, three second round picks, and two pick swaps.

Hunter will be an unrestricted free agent after the 2026-27 season.

Dennis Schroder age, contract details

Schroder, 32, was part of a sign-and-trade with the Detroit Pistons and sent to the Kings last offseason. He signed a three-year $44.43 million contract in July 2025. He becomes a free agent in July 2028.

Keon Ellis age, contract details

Ellis is a 26-year-old, fourth-year guard out of Alabama and Florida Southwestern, a junior college in Fort Myers, Florida. Ellis went undrafted in the 2022 NBA Draft, but signed a two-way deal with the Kings. He signed a second two-way with Sacramento in 2023 that was converted to a standard deal with a team option.

Sacramento exercised a $2.3 million option in June 2025.

Keon Ellis 2025-26 regular-season stats

Here are Ellis’ average statistics so far though the 2025-26 regular season:

Games played: 43
Minutes: 17.6
Points: 5.6
Rebounds: 1.3
Assists: 0.6
Steals: 1.1
Blocks: 0.5
Field goal: 39.7%
3-point field goal: 36.8%
Free throw: 62.5%

Keon Ellis career stats

Here are Ellis’ average statistics so far though his four-year NBA career:

Games played: 196
Minutes: 19.2
Points: 6.3
Rebounds: 2.0
Assists: 1.2
Steals: 1.1
Blocks: 0.6
Field goal: 46%
3-point field goal: 41.6%
Free throw: 76.9%

Dennis Schroder 2025-26 regular-season stats

Here are Schroder’s average statistics so far though the 2025-26 regular-season.

Games played: 40
Minutes: 19.2
Points: 12.8
Rebounds: 3.1
Assists: 5.3
Steals: 0.8
Blocks: 0.2
Field goal: 40.8%
3-point field goal: 34.3%
Free throw: 82%

Dennis Schroder career stats

Here are Schroder’s career average statistics so far though his 12-year NBA career:

Games played: 882
Minutes: 27.3
Points: 13.9
Rebounds: 2.9
Assists: 4.9
Steals: 0.8
Blocks: 0.1
Field goal: 43.1%
3-point field goal: 34.2%
Free throw: 83.5%

De’Andre Hunter 2025-26 regular-season stats

Here are Hunter’s average statistics so far though the 2025-26 regular-season.

Games played: 43
Minutes: 26.2
Points: 14.0
Rebounds: 4.2
Assists: 2.1
Steals: 0.7
Blocks: 0.1
Field goal: 42.3%
3-point field goal: 30.8%
Free throw: 86.9%

De’Andre Hunter career stats

Here are Hunter’s career average statistics so far though his seven-year NBA tenure.

Games played: 370
Minutes: 29.6
Points: 14.7
Rebounds: 4.1
Assists: 1.6
Steals: 0.7
Blocks: 0.3
Field goal: 44.8%
3-point field goal: 36.5%
Free throw: 82.5%