Brandon Graham, celebrated for his defensive prowess, ends his career on a high note as a key member of the Philadelphia Eagles' Super Bowl-winning team. Derek Stingley Jr. of the Houston Texans has secured a monumental three-year, $90 million contract extension, showcasing his value as an All-Pro cornerback. In MLB news, All-Star shortstop will miss the season-opening Tokyo Series due to illness, as revealed by Dodgers manager Dave Roberts. Other notable transactions include the Cincinnati Bengals' long-term extensions for wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, and the Kansas City Chiefs signing running back Kareem Hunt to a one-year deal.

In the world of basketball, Lionel Messi dazzled fans in a thrilling match for Inter Miami against Atlanta United, where he scored a stunning equalizer. Meanwhile, major NCAA basketball programs like Duke, Auburn, and Florida are poised to contend in the upcoming 2025 tournament, which is expected to feature a record number of teams from the SEC.