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Speaking on Sirius XM’s “Deals and Dunks” on Monday, NBA insider Marc Stein tabbed theCelticsas a team that could be in the running for the two-time MVP if the Bucks opt to move him after a disappointing 2025-26 season. “Because they’ve created this [cap] flexibility for themselves when it looked like it was gonna be really hard to do so — I feel like they’re gonna be able to make moves,” Stein said of the Celtics. “There will inevitably be people who bring back the, ‘Do they break up Tatum and [Jaylen] Brown’ — like, that storyline will probably come back.“There have been some rumblings at various points during the season that the Celtics could be a stealth Giannis team and a team that potentially interests Giannis. So let’s keep our eye on the Celtics.We know Brad Stevens is not afraid to make big moves and take big swings. So I think we have to be ready for just about anything with Boston.”

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Arsenal keen to end 20-year wait for Champions League final when it hosts Atletico Madrid

LONDON (AP) — Arsenal has waited 20 years to get back into another Champions League final, and 22 years for another Premier League title.

Atletico Madrid's head coach Diego Simeone, left, greets Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta after a Champions League semifinal, first leg, soccer match between Atletico Madrid and Arsenal in Madrid, Spain, Wednesday, April 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Jose Breton)

Atletico Madrid's Antoine Griezmann attends a training session in London, Monday, May 4, 2026, ahead of the Champions League semifinal second leg soccer match between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid on Tuesday. (Steven Paston/PA via AP)

Atletico Madrid's Antoine Griezmann, right, attends a training session in London, Monday, May 4, 2026, ahead of the Champions League semifinal second leg soccer match between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid on Tuesday. (Steven Paston/PA via AP)

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta attends a press conference in London, Monday, May 4, 2026, ahead of the Champions League semifinal second leg soccer match between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid on Tuesday. (Steven Paston/PA via AP)

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Now both are within reach, starting with the second leg of their semifinal at home against Atletico Madrid on Tuesday.

The first leg ended 1-1 in Madrid last week after offsetting penalties for two teams looking for a first European Cup title. Arsenal will be hoping its home field advantage at Emirates Stadium makes the difference in the return.

“After 20 years to be in this position again,” Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said. "We are so hungry to get the game that we want (Tuesday) and go through to that final.”

Arsenal routed Atletico 4-0 at home in the league phase in October, but expect Diego Simeone's side to be a lot more solid defensively in the return to London.

“I’m going to try to tell the team to play like they did in the second half (in Madrid)," Simeone said. "If it’s that easy it would be great. We have a lot of faith in what we’re doing.”

Both teams have been boosted by injury returns as forward Julian Alvarez is expected to play for Atletico and Arteta said captain Martin Odegaard and forward Kai Havertz are both available.

Atletico reached the final twice under Simeone, in 2014 and 2016, losing both times to crosstown rival Real Madrid.

Arsenal lost its only final in 2006 to Barcelona. This time, defending champion Paris Saint-Germain or Bayern Munich will await the winner. Those two play their second leg on Wednesday after apulsating 5-4 winfor PSG in the first leg.

Arsenal's quest for a first Premier League title was also boosted on Monday by Manchester City drawing at Everton 3-3, meaning the Gunners can clinch the trophy by winning their last three games.

Atletico is only fourth in La Liga, 25 points behind leader Barcelona.

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Jalen Williams injury update: OKC Thunder star ruled out for Game 1 vs. Lakers

OKC ThunderstarJalen Williamshas been ruled out forGame 1 of a second-round playoff seriesagainst theLos Angeles Lakersat 7:30 p.m. CT Tuesday.

Williams is still dealing with aGrade 1 left hamstring strainthat hesustained on April 22 during Game 2 of a first-round series against the Phoenix Suns. He's being re-evaluated on a weekly basis.

"He's progressing according to plan, I would say," Thunder head coachMark Daigneaultsaid of Williams on Monday. "In terms of a timeline, we're not going to release that. We’ll continue to let you guys know on a week-to-week basis.”

The only other player on OKC's injury report is rookie centerThomas Sorber. He's out for the entire season due to atorn ACL in his right knee.

Meanwhile, Los Angeles remains withoutLuka Dončić. The superstar guard is still recovering from a Grade 2 left hamstring strain that he sustained on April 2.

More:Thunder star Jalen Williams carries 'good energy' despite new hamstring injury

Justin Martinez covers the Thunder and NBA for The Oklahoman. Have a story idea for Justin? He can be reached at jmartinez@oklahoman.com or on X/Twitter at @Justintohoops. Sign up for theThunder Sports Minute newsletterto access more NBA coverage. Support Justin's work and that of other Oklahoman journalists by purchasing adigital subscription today at subscribe.oklahoman.com.

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Lawmakers demand answers from Secret Service and beyond on DC dinner

WASHINGTON — More than a week after prosecutors say a gunman allegedly tried to storm theWhite House Correspondents' Association dinnerand assassinatePresident Donald Trump, lawmakers, former Secret Service officials and security experts say that the official response leaves a broader set of questions unresolved.

The Secret Service says itslayered security plan workedin preventing the suspect from reaching the ballroom and wounding any of its VIP protectees, but much remains unclear about what happened outside the agency's perimeter separating the annual event for about 2,500 people from the very busy Washington Hilton hotel where it took place.

Some said Congress, at the very least, should hold hearings on the shooting,just like it didafter the Secret Service allowed another would-be assassin to injure Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania in July 2024 before being shot and killed by an agency counter-sniper.

At the April 25 dinner, accused gunmanCole Tomas Allen− a guest at the hotel − was able to sprint through a metal detector at the outer Secret Service perimeter carrying a shotgun before stumbling, falling and being restrained by security personnel.

Attending the event were not only Trump but also Vice PresidentJD Vance, numerous Cabinet members and others in thepresidential line of succession, all the way down to 92-year-old Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley.

Sen. Josh Hawley, a Missouri Republican, called for an oversight hearing to determine whether the Secret Service deployed enough resources and did its job right − and whether reforms the protective agency had promised after the Butler close call were put in place.

Hawley notedin a letter to its Republican chairmanthat the Senate Homeland Security Committee conducted a bipartisan investigation after Butler, held a public hearing, produced detailed reports documenting serious deficiencies and developed proposals to address them.

"This was an important part of a broader effort to understand and fix what had gone wrong," including communications failures, technical issues and resource shortfalls, Hawley told Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky.

"The American people," he said, "deserve full transparency following yet another apparent assassination attempt ofPresident Trump."

One attendee at the Correspondents' dinner, Republican Rep. Mike Lawler of New York, went even furtherin a post on X.

FILE PHOTO: Director of the U.S. Secret Service Sean M. Curran speaks at a press conference, at the venue of the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner after a shooting incident, in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 25, 2026. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz/File Photo

"There (were) numerous glaring security issues," Lawler said, calling for "a complete and thorough" review of "how the gunman got from his hotel room into a secure area with numerous guns."

More:Outside probe needed of DC gala shooting, says ex-Secret Service chief

'The site was set up perfectly'

So far, the Secret Service is sticking with its official position that it did everything right in stopping Allen one floor above where the president and other protectees were dining with journalists and VIPs.

Secret Service Director Sean Curran told Fox News on April 30 that the agency's "multilayer approach" worked as intended.

Allen did breach the perimeter, Curran acknowledged, but other uniformed officers and agents, a rifle team and "other assets" stood between him and the agency's protectees.

"We do a study. We do blast analysis. And from start to finish, you're talking almost 355 feet from magnetometer to podium," where Trump was sitting, Curran said. "That's a long distance to get to."

Taking everything into account, Curran said, "The site was set up perfectly."

Trump and the White House staff were "standing by the leadership of Secret Service" and the president "personally thinks they did an excellent job neutralizing the shooter" and moving him, first ladyMelania Trumpand Vice President JD Vance to safety, the White House said in an April 27 statement.

The White House saidChief of Staff Susie Wileswouldmeet with the leadershipof the Secret Service and the Department of Homeland Security to discuss security after the shooting.

And Grassley, thepresident pro temporeof the Senate and chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has said he’llreview the protective agency's protocols.

On May 4, Secret Service spokesperson Joseph Routh told USA TODAY that Curran met last week with Republican and Democratic lawmakers in the House and Senate, and gave them "a comprehensive brief on the security plan and events leading up to the shooting."

Law enforcement personnel detain Cole Tomas Allen, a suspect in the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, in Washington, D.C., U.S. April 25, 2026.

'An absolute joke'

Still, the public statements defending the Secret Service have not answered a series of questions raised by lawmakers, former officials and security experts.

Juliette Kayyem, a top Homeland Security official in the Obama administration, said she initially thought the Secret Service could conduct its own review of the incident to determine what went wrong and how it could improve.

But after hearing Curran's remarks, she told USA TODAY, she now disagrees.

"Now that this has become so politicized, I don't have much confidence in the Secret Service review," said Kayyem, whose security firm advises host cities and private sector partners on World Cup security. "I couldn't believe it when the director said that."

It's one thing to say the perimeter worked, but other aspects of the security at and around the dinner raise serious questions, Kayyem said, such as whether the Secret Service should play a larger role in helping secure the space outside its perimeter and in investigating and surveilling potential threats. Allen arrived at the hotel a day earlier with the alleged intention to assassinate Trump and others in his administration.

"To say everything was fine," Kayyem said, "I mean, that's just an absolute joke."

Significant unanswered questions

Other unanswered questions remain as well about what happened, went might have gone wrong − inside and outside the protective perimeter − and which agencies, if any, bear responsibility.

Former Secret Service director John Magaw hascalled for an outside reviewof his former agency by the FBI, saying, "you don't want to investigate it yourself. The public won't believe it."

Longtime security consultant James Reno told USA TODAY that even when the primary security perimeter is strong, "the public and adjacent spaces outside of it can present different challenges that are harder to control in real time."

“What incidents like this highlight is the complexity of securing large, high-profile events that span multiple zones, agencies, and layers of responsibility," said Reno, vice president of Shooter Detection Systems and Alarm.com.

Tom Lynch, a spokesman for the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC, said it's too soon to resolve at least some of the key questions, including how local police agencies like MPD can best support the Secret Service on such events.

"We're in the fifth day or sixth day since this happened and reviews of this magnitude can take months to years to be comprehensive," Lynch told USA TODAY in May 1 interview.

Who was in charge outside the Secret Service perimeter?

Beyond the shooting itself, the incident has exposed broader questions about what could be security gaps in the public areas of the sprawling hotel, which takes up an entire city block several miles north of the White House.

The hotel, outside of which another would-be assassin tried to kill President Ronald Reagan in 1981, was open to guests and other visitors during the event, including hundreds of Washington VIPs and journalists attending more than a dozen pre-event parties on various levels of the hotel.

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 26: The exterior of the Washington Hilton Hotel is seen, where President Donald Trump was expected to speak during the annual White House Correspondents Association Dinner on April 26, 2026 in Washington, DC. U.S. President Donald Trump, first lady Melania Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and other cabinet officials were rushed out of the Washington Hilton hotel on April 25th during the event when a gunman shot a U.S. Secret Service agent inside a security checkpoint. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images)

Lawler said in his post that no one asked him for a photo ID, and that there was "no verified list of attendees."

"There was not a good handle on how many members of Congress were at the event and where they were in the room," Lawler wrote.

He also said there were no metal detectors to keep a potential gunman from the many pre-parties occurring in nearby parts of the hotel that were also attended by government leaders.

At least some of that security is supposed to be provided by theUnited States Capitol Police, the primary protective agency for congressional lawmakers, including at events outside the Capitol. The agency did not respond to USA TODAY requests for comment.

In emails and other writings uncovered by investigators, accused gunman Allenmarveled at the lackof security at the hotel, from being allowed to check in with a small arsenal of weapons to wandering the premises in the hours before he breached a Secret Service security perimeter in an effort to get into the ballroom where the event was underway.

"I walk in with multiple weapons and not a single person there considers the possibility that I could be a threat," he said in a letter he wrote to family shortly before the attack that was published by the New York Post. A senior law enforcement official confirmed its contents to USA TODAY.

"The security at the event is all outside, focused on protestors and current arrivals," Allen wrote, "because apparently no one thought about what happens if someone checks in the day before."

The Secret Service has said it was responsible just for the immediate perimeter leading into the ballroom on a lower floor of the hotel.

But Magaw,former Secret Service deputy director A.T. Smithand other security experts told USA TODAY the agency needs to examine how Allen was able to move through the hotel with weapons, including descending a stairwell and emerging near a screening checkpoint — areas generally outside the Secret Service’s secured zone.

More:Witnesses tell investigators Secret Service agent shot by suspect

The senior law enforcement official told USA TODAY those areas are the purview of either hotel security or local police, and that the federal protective agency is barred from singling out people for questioning or searches unless they are acting suspiciously.

What were the responsibilities of supporting security agencies?

Lynch, the MPD spokesman, said the police agency's role was limited and directed by the Secret Service.

"We were not on first base for this,” Lynch said. He said the police department did provide security for the event outside the Secret Service perimeter but declined to discuss details for security reasons, including the number of personnel deployed.

“I’m sure we’ll be a part of their broader review of this, and it could shift the way they want us to support them,” he said. “But we are not, at this point, to my knowledge, on our own reviewing aspects of what we did that day.”

Lynch declined to say whether MPD has identified any issues with its own personnel, cautioning that it is too early for conclusions.

The Capitol Police, has not issued any statements about the dinner except to say this soon after it ended: "The Members of Congress who attended the White House Correspondents’ dinner are safe and secure. We are assisting our federal and local partners with anything they need."

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Murder investigation launched as 25-year-old victim of drive-by shooting in Brixton is named

Amurder investigationhas been launched after a 25-year-old man died ina drive-by shootingat abarbecuein southLondonat the weekend.

Four people were injured aftershots were firedfrom a vehicle in Coldharbour Lane, Brixton, just after 1am on Saturday.

Keanu Taylor, 25, has since died in hospital of his wounds, the Metropolitan Police said.

Three others, aged 21, 47 and 70, who were hurt in theshootingdo not have life‑threatening or life-changing injuries, the force said.

No arrests have been made.

Detective Chief Inspector Allam Bhangoo, who is leading the investigation, said: “As we work quickly to identify those responsible, our thoughts are with Keanu’s family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.

Police officers, including specialist crime officers, were on scene within four minutes and provided emergency first aid alongside the London Ambulance Service (PA)

“This was a shocking act of violence which has had a devastating impact on those involved and the local community. I want to reassure residents that we are working urgently to identify and apprehend those responsible.

“It is vital that anyone who saw what happened, or has any information or footage, comes forward. Even the smallest detail could prove crucial to our investigation.

“Local residents will continue to see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days. If you have any concerns, please speak to officers.”

On Saturday, in the hours after the attack, several police officers could be seen searching an area of grass outside the Southwyck House estate on Coldharbour Lane.

Police searching near the scene in Brixton after four people were taken to hospital with gunshot wounds (Clara Margotin/PA) (PA Wire)

Moh John, 45, who works at supermarket Payless Food & Wine outside Southwyck House estate, said he believed the incident took place during a barbecue party.

He said: “I was putting something there and I heard the noises. It was busy, there was a party. I saw the people run away.

“But then I saw the people, some people try to come in the shop and I locked the door.”

He said those rushing inside the supermarket were “scared”, adding he kept the front door locked for “some time” before he re-opened it.”

Robert, 40, who did not want to give his surname, said he did not see the incident as he was inside all night but said: “I think it happened at the barbecue. It was packed.

“I usually feel safe around here, people know each other and get on. There’s been a few stabbings, and one day one gun was caught, but I don’t think anyone’s ever been shot like this.”

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Eagles' 53-man roster projection following the rookie minicamp

ThePhiladelphia Eagleshave begun week three of their nine-week offseason workout program, and they'll be joined byeight NFL draft picksand about 10 undrafted free agents after the record-setting weekend. Philadelphia talked about swinging the pendulum towards the offense, and the Eagles finished Saturday with five offensive players,with their first five picks going to offensive players who'll play key roles in the future. Of the five, onlyMakai LemonandEli Stowersappear set for Day 1 roles. Markel Bell, Micah Morris, and others may not seed the field until 2027 at the earliest. On defense, the Eagles added Texas Tech safety Cole Wisniewski and New Mexico pass rusher Keyshawn James-Newby, with an intriguing International Pathway Program participant, Uar Bernard, sandwiched in between.

With the rookie minicamp and OTAs fast approaching, here is our first attempt at predicting the 53-man roster for the 2026 regular season.

Quarterback: 3

Jalen Hurts #1, Philadelphia Eagles (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

#1 Jalen Hurts#14 Tanner McKee -- Trade this summer #16 Andy Dalton

#10 Cole Payton, QB, North Dakota State

Jalen Hurts has begun hiswork with Sean Mannion,and the quarterback will benefit from having the former quarterback, along with Josh Grizzard (pass game coordinator) and another former quarterback, Jerrod Johnson, on staff as senior assistants. Tanner McKee returns, whilethe Eagles traded a 7th-round pick to Carolinato acquire veteran quarterback Andy Dalton. Former North Dakota State signal caller Cole Payton joins the roster, and all four players could make the 53-man cuts.

Running back: 4

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 04: Saquon Barkley #26 of the Philadelphia Eagles scores a 10 yard touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter in the game at Lincoln Financial Field on September 04, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

#26 Saquon Barkley#8 Tank Bigsby#28 Will Shipley#39 Dameon Pierce

Barkley played in 16 games (16 starts), running for 1,140 yards on 280 carries (4.1 avg.) with 7 TDs, adding 273 receiving yards on 37 catches (7.4 avg.) With two touchdowns, he became the first Eagle since LeSean McCoy in 2013-14 to post back-to-back 1,000+ yard rushing seasons. A key trade acquisition, the hard-running Bigsby participated in 16 contests (one start) with the Eagles, recording 356 rushing yards on 63 carries (5.7 avg.) and 2 touchdowns. Will Shipley will try to regain his momentum, while the Eagles added former Texans running back Dameon Pierce for more competition.

Wide receiver: 6

DeVonta Smith #6, Philadelphia Eagles (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

#6 DeVonta Smith

#9 Makai Lemon, WR, Southern Cal#0 Hollywood Brown#89 Johnny Wilson

#19 Elijah Moore -signed March 24

#13 Dontayvion Wicks-- Acquired via trade

DeVonta Smith (1,008) and A.J. Brown (1,003) are the only Eagles WR duo to produce 1,000+ receiving yards each in the same season, but the duo will be split up at some point after June 1. Looking to add more to the offense, the Eagles traded up to secure Makai Lemon. The explosive Hollywood Brown had 49 catches for 587 yards and 5 TDs last season. Darius Cooper is the player most impacted by Brown joining the roster. At the same time, Johnny Wilson will look to regain his training camp form from 2025, before he suffered a significant knee injury. This depth chart could drastically change around June 1. The addition of Dontayvion Wicks via trade makes things even more interesting.

Tight end: 3

#88 Dallas Goedert

#87 Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt#83 Johnny Mundt

Offensive line: 9

LT: #68 Jordan MailataLG: #69 Landon DickersonC: #51 Cam JurgensRG: #56 Tyler SteenRT: #65 Lane Johnson

#72 Markel Bell, T, Miami

#76 Micah Morris, G, Georgia

#74 Fred Johnson, #61 Willie Lampkin

The Eagles' offensive line suffered multiple injuries in 2025 but will look to rebound under the new offensive line coach. The Eagles have hired Chris Kuper as offensive line coach.The Vikings didn't retain Kuperafter four years in the same position. During Kuper's tenure, Minnesota ranked 32nd in pressure rate allowed on the interior in three of the last four seasons, including 2025, a ranking that led to his dismissal. Landon Dickerson was excellent in 2024 but finished the 2025 regular season with a 60.3 PFF pass-blocking grade, which ranked only 51st among 81 qualifying guards. Jordan Mailata didn't replicate his elite 2024 campaign, but he was still Philadelphia's best offensive lineman. His 83.8 PFF overall grade ranked seventh among all offensive tackles. Lane Johnson, 35, is a future Hall of Famer with a resume that includes six Pro Bowls, two first-team All-Pro nods, and a pair of Super Bowl wins. Johnson's value is clear: the Eagles were 8-2 with him in the lineup this season,versus 3-4 without him. During his tenure in Philadelphia, the team's record is 94-41-1 when he plays and 15-27 when he doesn't.

Defensive line: 5

Jordan Davis #90, Philadelphia Eagles (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

#98 Jalen Carter#90 Jordan Davis#97 Moro Ojomo#95 Ty Robinson#94 Byron Young

Philadelphia has an elite trio with Carter, Jordan Davis, and Moro Ojomo, with Byron Young and Ty Robinson as capable backups. Despite two badly injured shoulders, Carter was the Eagles' lone Pro Bowl starter. In 12 games this season, he had 33 tackles, 41 QB pressures, 11 quarterback hits, and three sacks. Ojomo's 71.0 PFF grade was the 80th best in the NFL last season, but he's much improved, and Ojomo saw his snap count increase to 60 percent in his third year. He started nine games for the Eagles this season and played in all 17, finishing second on the team in sacks.

Ojomo will enter the final year of his deal with a $3,624,446 cap hit. Jordan Davis just signed a three-year, $78 million deal.

Edge rusher: 5

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#58 Jalyx Hunt#3 Nolan Smith#17 Arnold Ebiketie

#93 Uar Bernard, DT, Nigeria-- International Pathway

#52 Joe Tryon-Shoyinka

Ebiketie joins Nolan Smith, Jalyx Hunt, and Joe Tryon-Shoyinka as athletic, hybrid pass rushers who can get after the opposing quarterbacks. The Eagles could still add Brandon Graham to this group. A solid run defender and explosive pass rusher, Smith missed seven games in 2025, logging 31 tackles, 3 sacks, one forced fumble, 33 QB pressures, 24 QB hurries, and a 67.7 PFF grade in 12 games. The 5th-year option, as it currently stands, is $14 million for 2027. Hunt became the first Eagle to lead the team in both sacks (6.5) and INTs (3) in the same season. He is the second Eagle to have 6.0+ sacks and 3.0+ INTs in a season, joining Seth Joyner (1991-92). Tryon-Shoyinka earned a 72.2 overall PFF defensive grade, and a pass-rush grade of 67.6, with a run-defense grade of 66.2. Tryon-Shoyinka generated 8 total pressures, 0 sacks, 6 hurries, and 2 QB hits. Against the run, he recorded 10 solo tackles. Tryon-Shoyinka has never produced more than 5.0 sacks in a single season and logged only 2.0 in 2024. The former Washington first-round pick only played 142 snaps in 2025.

Linebacker: 5

#53 Zack Baun#30 Jihaad Campbell#54 Jeremiah Trotter Jr.#42 Smael Mondon Jr.

#45 Chandler Martin

Last spring, the Eagles traded up a spot in the draft to pick Jihaad Campbell, whose playing time slowed when Dean returned to the lineup. Dean has departed, and Campbell will miss the off-season due to shoulder surgery. Linebacker depth is one of the strengths for the Eagles, and they'll have Jeremiah Trotter Jr. and Smael Mondon Jr. looking for breakout moments. Chance Campbell is on the roster, and the Eagles just added former Ravens linebacker Chandler Martin on a two-year deal.

Cornerback: 6

# 27 Quinyon Mitchell#33 Cooper DeJean#2 Riq Woolen#7 Kelee Ringo#23 Jakorian Bennett#22 Mac McWilliams

After losing Jaelan Phillips, Reed Blankenship, and Nakobe Dean, the strength of this defense will be at cornerback. Philadelphia has gone from uncertainty at the position to being absolutely loaded afterlanding Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolenon a one-year deal worth up to $15 million. The move allows Cooper DeJean to remain a versatile weapon. At the same time, Michael Carter II could transition to safety, which allows the Birds to keep Jakorian Bennett and Kelee Ringo in reserve roles.

The Eagles' revamped defense will give some of the top passing offenses a run for their money, matching up with outside pass catchers and in the slot. Woolen possesses unmatched measurables for a cornerback as he's tall, athletic, physical, fast, and has top-flight ball skills. Even more impressive, he produced the second-highest lockdown percentage (65%) in the NFL this past season.According to NBC Sports Philadelphiaand Sharp Football, the Eagles used man coverage on 24.5% of their snaps last season. That ranked 12th in the NFL, whereas theSeahawks' man usage (15.2%) ranked 27th.

Safety: 4

Andrew Mukuba #24, Philadelphia Eagles (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images)

#24 Drew Mukuba#35 Michael Carter II#29 Marcus Epps

#21 Cole Wisniewski, S, Texas Tech

The Eagles traded Sydney Brown to Atlanta and quickly re-signed Marcus Epps and added J.T. Gray. Mukuba is a guaranteed starter in Year 2, despite returning from a season-ending injury as a rookie. The second safety spot is up for grabs after Reed Blankenship's departure. Epps is a solid contributor, but he's aging and not a dominant game-changer. Gray is a special teams standout, while Sam and Johnson are back after spending 2025 on the practice squad.

Specialists: 3

Braden Mann #10, Philadelphia Eagles (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)

Kicker: #4 Jake ElliottPunter: #10 Braden MannLong snapper: #37 Rocco Underwood

Mann signed a four-year contract to return to the Eagles, bringing back one of the best punters in the NFL. Elliott reworked his contract, and the team guaranteed his 2026 salary, but he could see competition. The Eagles signed an undrafted free agent long snapper, Rocco Underwood, out of Florida.

The Philadelphia Eagles have begun week three of their nine-week offseason workout program, and they'll be joined byeight NFL draft picksand about 10 undrafted free agents after the record-setting weekend. Philadelphia talked about swinging the pendulum towards the offense, and the Eagles finished Saturday with five offensive players,with their first five picks going to offensive players who'll play key roles in the future. Of the five, onlyMakai LemonandEli Stowersappear set for Day 1 roles. Markel Bell, Micah Morris, and others may not seed the field until 2027 at the earliest. On defense, the Eagles added Texas Tech safety Cole Wisniewski and New Mexico pass rusher Keyshawn James-Newby, with an intriguing International Pathway Program participant, Uar Bernard, sandwiched in between.

With the rookie minicamp and OTAs fast approaching, here's an updated look at the Eagles' 90-man roster.

90-man roster following the NFL Draft

Quarterback: 4

#1 Jalen Hurts#14 Tanner McKee#16 Andy Dalton

#10 Cole Payton, QB, North Dakota State

Running back: 5

#26 Saquon Barkley#8 Tank Bigsby#28 Will Shipley#39 Dameon Pierce#34 Carson Steele

#36 Cameron Latu (FB/TE)

Wide receiver: 11

#11 A.J. Brown#6 DeVonta Smith

#9 Makai Lemon, WR, Southern Cal#0 Hollywood Brown#80 Darius Cooper#89 Johnny Wilson#86 Quez Watkins#82 Danny Gray

#18 Britain Covey

#19 Elijah Moore -signed March 24

#13 Dontayvion Wicks-- Acquired via trade

Tight end: 8

#88 Dallas Goedert

#87 Eli Stowers, TE, Vanderbilt#83 Johnny Mundt#81 Grant Calcaterra#87 Stone Smartt#84 E.J. Jenkins

#36 Cameron Latu

#45 Dae'Quan Wright

Dallas Goedert is back on a one-year deal. Goedert started 15 games, catching 60 passes for 591 yards and a career-high and Eagles franchise high 11 touchdown catches. Philadelphia drafted his successor, landing Eli Stowers in the second round. A Former college teammate of Jalen Hurts at Oklahoma, eaching the end of his rookie contract. Calcaterra played in 62 games with 22 starts. Mundt will play the third tight end, run-blocking role. Cameron Latu will assume the role of fullback. In a reduced role behind Mason Taylor, Smartt caught seven of nine targets for 52 yards while appearing in 15 games for the Jets in the 2025 season.

Smartt played mostly on special teams and drew at least one target in only three of his 15 appearances for the Jets. He spent the previous three seasons with the Chargers and has just one touchdown catch in 53 regular-season NFL games.

Offensive line: 17

LT: #68 Jordan MailataLG: #69 Landon DickersonC: #51 Cam JurgensRG: #56 Tyler SteenRT: #65 Lane Johnson

#72 Markel Bell, T, Miami

#76 Micah Morris, G, Georgia

#74 Fred Johnson, #78 Myles Hinton, #73 Cameron Williams, #67 John Ojukwu, #66 Drew Kendall, #61 Willie Lampkin, #75 Jake Majors, #63 Hollin Pierce, #64 Jaeden Roberts, #67 John Ojukwu

Defensive line: 6

#98 Jalen Carter#90 Jordan Davis#97 Moro Ojomo#95 Ty Robinson#94 Byron Young#96 Gabe Hall

Ojomo will enter the final year of his deal with a $3,624,446 cap hit. Jordan Davis just signed a three-year, $78 million deal.

Edge rusher: 10

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#58 Jalyx Hunt#3 Nolan Smith#17 Arnold Ebiketie

#93 Uar Bernard, DT, Nigeria

#52 Joe Tryon-Shoyinka#43 Jose Ramirez

#77 Ta'Quon Graham

#50 Keyshawn James-Newby, Edge, New Mexico

#46 Joshua Weru UDFA

Linebacker: 7

#53 Zack Baun#30 Jihaad Campbell#54 Jeremiah Trotter Jr.#42 Smael Mondon Jr.#59 Chance Campbell

#45 Chandler Martin

#47 Deontae Lawson

Cornerback: 10

# 27 Quinyon Mitchell#33 Cooper DeJean#2 Riq Woolen#7 Kelee Ringo#23 Jakorian Bennett#32 Jonathan Jones#22 Mac McWilliams#41 Tariq Castro-Fields

#34 Kapena Gushiken#38 Ambry Thomas

Safety: 9

#24 Drew Mukuba#35 Michael Carter II#29 Marcus Epps#48 J.T. Gray#31 Andre' Sam#49 Brandon Johnson

#21 Cole Wisniewski, S, Texas Tech

#37 Tucker Large

#36 Maximus Pulley

Before last Friday, Philadelphia had Mukuba, Sydney Brown, Andre Sam, and Brandon Johnson on the roster. On Friday afternoon, the Eagles traded Brown to Atlanta and quickly re-signed Marcus Epps and added J.T. Gray. Mukuba is a guaranteed starter in Year 2, despite returning from a season-ending injury as a rookie. The second safety spot is up for grabs after Reed Blankenship's departure. Epps is a solid contributor, but he's aging and not a dominant game-changer. Gray is a special teams standout, while Sam and Johnson are back after spending 2025 on the practice squad.

Specialists: 3

Kicker: #4 Jake ElliottPunter: #10 Braden MannLong snapper: #37 Rocco Underwood

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Fresh off thefirst perfect gameof her storied career, Texas Tech softball starNiJaree Canadynow knows what the future holds for her after the Red Raiders wrap up the season.

The Athletes Unlimited Softball League held its 2026 draft on Monday night and Canady went second overall to the Texas Volts.

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Wide receiver: 6

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Offensive line: 9

Defensive line: 5

Edge rusher: 5

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