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Lynden Lakovic is one of the early Capitals standouts at his first-ever pro training camp: ‘You can feel he’s got confidence and a little bit of swagger’

Lynden Lakovic is one of the early Capitals standouts at his first-ever pro training camp: ‘You can feel he’s got confidence and a little bit of swagger’

Lynden Lakovic is already turning heads at his first-ever professional training camp with the Washington Capitals. The 27th overall draft selection from just three months ago had an impressive rookie camp in Annapolis, MD, and now a competitive two days mixed in with the Capitals’ veterans at MedStar Capitals Iceplex. Lakovic has been so impressive that he’s already caught the …

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NHL rookie camp roundup: The biggest standouts from tournaments across the league

NHL rookie camp roundup: The biggest standouts from tournaments across the league

NHL rookie tournaments marked the start of the league’s 2025-26 calendar over the weekend. The Athletic’s team of writers attended tournaments and games in Buffalo, Montreal, Edmonton, St. Paul, Minn., Wesley Chapel, Fla., Irvine, Calif. and more. These tournaments are an important kickoff of training camps and an opportunity for prospects — from top draft picks to potential free agents …

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Defensive Grades, Standouts, Film Takeaways

Defensive Grades, Standouts, Film Takeaways

In a season-opening clash that doubled as a test for both programs, Nebraska and Cincinnati delivered a defensive chess match at Arrowhead Stadium. For the Huskers, it was an opportunity to showcase Matt Rhule’s third-year defensive identity, featuring aggressive fronts, versatile safeties, and improved pursuit angles. Cincinnati countered with tempo, misdirection, and a quarterback who tested Nebraska’s eye discipline and …

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Standouts from strong first joint practice vs. Titans

Standouts from strong first joint practice vs. Titans

Offensive observations (Waack): – For the first time in training camp, the Falcons went through 7-on-7 drills. Head coach Raheem Morris has publicly said he’s not a fan of them, but alas, another team is in town and a compromise must have been made. Quarterbacks Michael Penix Jr. and Kirk Cousins threw five passes apiece. Penix connected on all of …

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Notable PFF grades, standouts from Vikings’ preseason win over Texans

Notable PFF grades, standouts from Vikings’ preseason win over Texans

The big storyline from Saturday’s Vikings preseason opener was how J.J. McCarthy looked in his first game since tearing his meniscus a year ago. But what the preseason is really about are younger players and guys on the roster bubble looking to make an impression. After some starters played a bit in the first quarter, it was the second and …

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Vikings training camp recap, Day 11: Rondale Moore among standouts

Vikings training camp recap, Day 11: Rondale Moore among standouts

Coming off of Monday’s night practice and an off day, the Vikings were back to their regularly-scheduled programming on Wednesday afternoon at TCO Performance Center. It wasn’t the most eventful session, but here’s what I noticed, starting with an impressive day from a new wide receiver. Due to Justin Jefferson’s current hamstring injury and Jordan Addison’s three-game suspension to begin …

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Standouts From Ravens-Colts Joint Practice

Standouts From Ravens-Colts Joint Practice

After a few weeks of hitting each other, the Ravens got their first crack at hitting another team on Tuesday. Two days ahead of their preseason opener in M&T Bank Stadium, the Ravens and Indianapolis Colts held a joint practice at the Under Armour Performance Center. Tuesday’s practice was a good measuring stick for Baltimore’s starters, who played seven out …

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A.J. Epenesa among standouts from Day 9 of Buffalo Bills training camp

A.J. Epenesa among standouts from Day 9 of Buffalo Bills training camp

The Buffalo Bills returned to the practice field Sunday morning following their popular Return of the Blue and Red session at Highmark Stadium, and defensive end A.J. Epenesa was among the Bills who enjoyed a sensational practice at St. John Fisher University. Today’s edition of Buffalo Rumblinks leads off by examining who else joined Epenesa in standing out during Sunday’s …

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Fact or Fiction: Camp standouts, biggest jumps

Fact or Fiction: Camp standouts, biggest jumps

The offensive player taking the biggest leap in camp is OL Evan Neal. John Schmeelk: Fiction – Neal has been good in his shift over to guard and I am optimistic that he can find a long-term home there as a starter in the NFL. But I want to take a moment to give credit to another player that has …

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