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In college football, Texas Tech athletic director Kirby Hocutt is walking a tightrope. Hocutt released a lengthy statement Wednesday continuing to back quarterback Brendan Sorsby through his recovery from an admitted gambling addiction, while leaving the door open for Sorsby to suit up again this season. His words were measured but direct — quote, no perfect answer — and that about sums up the weight of this situation for everyone involved.
Shifting to the NFL, New York Giants head coach John Harbaugh is expressing cautious optimism about wide receiver Malik Nabers, saying he's hopeful the young pass-catcher returns soon after missing time with an injury. Harbaugh specifically called out the progress Nabers has made recently, and for a Giants offense that needs all the weapons it can get, that's news worth watching closely as training camp approaches.
And on the NBA front, the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes just got louder. Reports surfacing around the idea of him becoming a quote historic franchise cornerstone have the Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers, and Golden State Warriors all paying very close attention. Three of the league's most storied franchises circling one of its biggest stars — the offseason just shifted into another gear entirely.
That's your play-by-play. Sports Desk, back to the booth.
