Mac Jones returned to the practice field Friday in a limited capacity but won’t play against Green Bay because of a high ankle sprain.
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NASCAR drivers fuming over concussions suffered in new car
With Alex Bowman set to miss Sunday’s race with a concussion, drivers are again airing their frustrations with the Next Gen cars.
Sports Digest: U.S. women’s cruise to gold medal game at World Cup
Breanna Stewart scores 17 points as the United States routs Canada, 83-43.
NFL notebook: Winston misses another practice for Saints
New Orleans quarterback Jameis Winston is dealing with a back injury, clouding his status for Sunday morning’s game in London against the Vikings.
Women’s basketball World Cup: U.S. advances to semifinals against Canada
The U.S. gets its toughest test, but still rolls past Serbia and now faces an opponent that has not earned a World Cup medal since 1986.
Sports Digest: Russian players given OK to play NHL games in Czech Republic
The host country for the season-opening Global Series between the Sharks and Predators decides against a ban of Russian players.
MLB roundup: Cubs extend Phillies’ slide to five games
Philadelphia loses more ground in the NL wild-card race as it tries to end an 11-year playoff drought.
Red Sox push Orioles to brink of elimination
J.D. Martinez hits a tiebreaking home run in the eighth inning, lifting Boston to a 5-3 win.
No excuse for Patriots to wilt, despite Mac Jones injury
After Sunday’s tough game at Green Bay, New England has a favorable schedule and should be able to stay afloat, even with Brian Hoyer at quarterback.
MLB roundup: Braves fall to Nationals 3-2 on Abrams walk-off hit in 10th
Washington wins in 10th inning on CJ Abrams’ third hit of the game.