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Antonio Rüdiger is hanging up his international boots. The Real Madrid defender announced on Instagram that he's retiring from Germany duty following the two thousand twenty six World Cup. At thirty three, Rüdiger called it a natural moment to step aside and make room for the next generation. A decorated career on the international stage, and he's going out on his own terms.
Shifting to Green Bay, the Packers have two significant injury questions heading into the two thousand twenty six season. Running back Josh Jacobs remains a genuine uncertainty, but GM Brian Gutekunst confirmed Tuesday he does expect Jacobs to suit up at some point this year. Meanwhile, on the defensive side, linebacker Micah Parsons is on track to return after approximately four games, with the team describing him as pretty close. Two big names, two timelines to watch.
And over in fantasy football, preseason is doing what preseason does — reshuffling everything you thought you knew. Ohio State product TreVeyon Henderson is drawing concern after coaching decisions and snap count signals raised red flags. Analyst Joel Smyth is urging managers to look beyond the hype and focus on what teams are actually showing on the field before draft day arrives.
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