Five-star defensive end JaReylan McCoy committed to Florida, he told On3's Hayes Fawcett.  McCoy ...

Five-star defensive end JaReylan McCoy committed to Florida, he told <a href="https://x.com/Hayesfawcett3/status/1933924036913848405">On3's Hayes Fawcett</a>.McCoy previously decommitted from LSU earlier this year. The Mississippi native also received offers from Texas, Ole Miss, and Auburn.The 6-foot-7, 260-pound standout is the second-ranked defensive end and No. 9 overall recruit on the 2026 <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/playerrankings/_/view/rn300">ESPN 300</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"Florida has been recruiting me the hardest for a while," McCoy told <a href="https://www.on3.com/news/4-star-dl-jareylan-mccoy-loves-the-brotherhood-at-florida-and-he-has-committed-to-the-gators/">On3's Chad Simmons</a>. "I have had some real conversations with Florida, and those coaches want to see me develop. Feeling that from them is amazing."He added: "Coach (Billy) Napier is taking Florida to a championship. It's crazy that I can even be a part of something that he's building."McCoy tallied 120 tackles and 15 sacks across three seasons at Tupelo High School, per <a href="https://www.maxpreps.com/ms/tupelo/tupelo-golden-wave/athletes/jareylan-mccoy/football/stats/?careerid=tlork98bsd4qa">MaxPreps.com</a>.He's now Florida's top-ranked commit this cycle. McCoy joins a 2026 Gators class that includes four-star quarterback Will Griffin, running back Carsyn Baker, and safety Kaiden Hall, among others.Four-star wide receiver Marquez Daniel also committed to Florida on Saturday.

TALLAHASSEE, FL - NOVEMBER 25: Florida Gators football helmet during a college football game against the Florida State Seminoles on Nov 25, 2022 at Doak Campbell Stadium in Tallahassee, FL.

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The New York Jets have made contract offers to cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/173983" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/173983">Sauce Gardner</a> and wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/173982" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/173982">Garrett Wilson</a> amid preliminary talks, according to <a href="https://x.com/JFowlerESPN/status/1933871035864232332">ESPN's Jeremy Fowler</a>.Both are eligible to sign extensions this summer entering their fourth NFL seasons. New York picked up their fifth-year options earlier this offseason, keeping the young stars under contract through the 2026 campaign.The Jets drafted the pair in the top 10 of the 2022 draft, and each won Rookie of the Year on their respective side of the ball.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Wilson has led New York in receptions and receiving yards all three years of his career while also topping 1,000 yards in each. He tallied a personal-best 101 catches, 1,104 receiving yards, and seven touchdowns in 2024.Gardner is a two-time first-team All-Pro as one of the league's best defensive backs since entering the league. He has 181 tackles, 40 pass breakups, and three interceptions in his career."My main focus has been being the best football player I can be, but my team and the Jets have been talking and, you know, I feel pretty good about how the talks have been going," Gardner said this week when asked about extension discussions, per <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/45501462/amid-deal-talks-sauce-gardner-hopes-part-changing-jets-culture">ESPN's Rich Cimini</a>.He added: "Man, I just wanted to show my teammates, show my coaches how much I'm bought into this now. ... I want to be a part of changing the organization."Gardner and Wilson have both been present for the entirety of New York's offseason program under new head Aaron Glenn, including this past week's minicamp."We always talk about competing in practice and making each other better because we're the building blocks," Gardner said of him and Wilson, according to <a href="https://x.com/ZackBlatt/status/1933212658192511084">The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt</a>.Meanwhile, Wilson <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3289459" href="https://thescore.com/news/3289459">said</a> in May that he hopes to be "a Jet for life."The Jets are set to begin training camp sometime in late July.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 19: Sauce Gardner #1 of the New York Jets and New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) visit on set of the TNF on Prime postgame show after an NFL football game between the New England Patriots and the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on September 19, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen had nothing but praise for how new quarterback Danie...

Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen had nothing but praise for how new quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97984" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97984">Daniel Jones</a> performed during Colts mandatory minicamp this week."Very pleased with what we got right now," Steichen told reporters Thursday, according to <a href="https://cbs4indy.com/sports/daniel-jones-has-been-as-advertised-in-pursuit-to-be-colts-starting-quarterback/">Mike Chappell of CBS 4</a>. "He's been doing a hell of a job. Really smart football player. Learned the offense very quickly, making really good decisions out there through OTAs. Obviously, we want to carry that over to training camp."He added, "Great command in the huddle. Ultimate pro."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Indianapolis signed Jones to a one-year, $14-million deal in free agency this offseason. The club brought in the 28-year-old veteran as competition for former fourth overall pick <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188125" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188125">Anthony Richardson</a> for the starting QB job ahead of next season. Jones spent the first six years of his career with the New York Giants, going 22-44-1 as a starter.Colts offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter agreed that Jones has "lived up to the billing" thus far."He's been as advertised, with the work habits and the preparation and going about his business just day in, day out," Cooter said.Meanwhile, Richardson <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3296307" href="https://thescore.com/news/3296307">missed</a> minicamp after recently aggravating the AC joint in his throwing shoulder, an injury that ended his 2023 rookie campaign early."We'll see when he comes back," Steichen said. "Not going to put a timetable for training camp on it, but when he does come back, we'll ease him into throwing, and then we'll go from there. The good thing is, he's not going to need a procedure right now."Colts players are set to report for training camp on July 22.

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - JUNE 11: Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones (17) runs through a drill during the Indianapolis Colts OTA's on June 11, 2025 at the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center in Indianapolis, IN.

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Buffalo Bills wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199774" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199774">Keon Coleman</a> seems to be his own worst critic when it comes to his 2024 rookie season."You want to know exactly what I see? Man, that shit trash - you've got to be better," Coleman <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0hj5E684UA">told</a> reporters when asked about his rookie film at Bills minicamp this week. "It's simple as that. You've got to be more efficient here. You've got to get out of this break. You've got to stack your DB."You've got to give <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/94699" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/94699">Josh (Allen)</a> more room to throw the ball. You've got to catch that. You've got to make that block. You've got to give that extra effort on the touchdown block, so if (<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174030" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174030">James Cook</a>) breaks it, he's up the sideline. Just different things like that. Calling out everything that you're doing wrong to make it right."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Coleman tallied 29 receptions, 556 receiving yards, and four touchdowns across 13 games as a rookie while averaging 19.2 yards per reception. He added three catches for 22 yards during the postseason. Coleman also missed four games with a wrist injury.Buffalo drafted the big-bodied wideout out of Florida State with the first pick of the second round in last year's draft."It ain't no, 'Aw, that was trash. Well, I did do this right.' Nah," Coleman added. "It's either a plus or a minus, and that's just how you go about it."The 22-year-old said he doesn't get frustrated by the mistakes he sees in his game, however, and doesn't need extra motivation to improve his shortcomings."I'm self-motivated. I come here every day to work," Coleman said. "This is a job, but to me it's more. It's a hobby and a profession. So, it's something I love to do, and I don't need nobody to hit me on the back to make me go even harder. I'm coming with it from the jump."

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - DECEMBER 15: Wide receiver Keon Coleman #0 of the Buffalo Bills ooks on prior to an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on December 15, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan.

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Cincinnati Bengals rookie defensive lineman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/209924" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/209924">Shemar Stewart</a> left mandatory minicamp early amid prolonged contract negotiations with the team.The disagreement reportedly centers on a clause Cincinnati wants to include in the first-rounder's rookie deal that would allow the club to void future guarantees under certain conditions. The specific language apparently isn't in <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199745" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199745">Amarius Mims</a>' 2024 rookie deal, the Bengals' previous top pick.Head coach Zac Taylor said Thursday he's had good communication with Stewart but wouldn't make any predictions for when he'll be on the practice field, per <a href="https://x.com/FOX19Joe/status/1933166306175414742">Joe Danneman of Fox19</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Stewart had been attending team activities but declined to practice without a deal. He <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3298613" href="https://thescore.com/news/3298613">said</a> earlier this week that he feels the Bengals "just want to win arguments (more) than winning more games.""That's how he chose to do it, and that's his prerogative," Taylor said Thursday of Stewart's comments to the media. "We look forward to getting him back in the fold."Taylor added: "He's been in the meetings. He's been positive in that way, he's been learning."The Bengals drafted Stewart 17th overall in this year's draft out of Texas A&amp;M.Cincinnati is also without All-Pro edge <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/72083" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/72083">Trey Hendrickson</a>, who's entering the final year of his contract and seeking an extension.The Bengals' defense finished bottom 10 in the NFL in yards and points allowed last season. Cincinnati also ranked 25th in sacks despite Hendrickson leading the league in quarterback takedowns individually.

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - APRIL 24: Texas A&M defensive lineman Shemar Stewart poses for a portrait after being selected 17th overall by the Cincinnati Bengals during the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft on April 24, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

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New York Jets running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174033" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174033">Breece Hall</a> was aware of the trade rumors surrounding him this offseason, but he says he's ready to move forward after getting a reassuring phone call from head coach Aaron Glenn."I was seeing it just like everybody else was seeing it," Hall told reporters Wednesday at Jets minicamp, according to team reporter <a href="https://www.newyorkjets.com/news/breece-hall-prove-im-the-guy-jets">Jack Bell</a>. "But as I said, if people feel like you're not doing your job, you're going to be replaced. It didn't happen. I'm here."The 24-year-old added it "meant a lot" to receive a call from his new head coach to dispel the speculation.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"AG called me and told me: 'Breece, you think I want to trade you?'" Hall said. "And I was like, 'I don't know.' He's like, 'Breece, I don't want to trade you. I want you to be here. You're going to be here; you're our running back.'"The former second-round pick had a down year in 2024, his third NFL season. Hall totaled 876 yards and five touchdowns, averaging a career-low 4.2 yards per carry. He had only one 100-yard performance and ranked 19th among running backs in total touches after finishing seventh in that category the year prior.Hall is set to compete this summer with second-year rushers <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199909" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199909">Braelon Allen</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199907" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199907">Isaiah Davis</a> for the Jets' No. 1 job."I got to prove that I am the guy. That's every day. I feel like my skill set, I'm a three-down back," Hall said. "We have a great running back room and a lot of healthy competition. But my mentality is every day, I'm going to prove that I am the best back on this roster, one of the best backs in the league."

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 29: Breece Hall #20 of the New York Jets runs the ball against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on December 29, 2024 in Orchard Park, New York.

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Petr Yan versus Marcus McGhee has been added to the UFC Abu Dhabi Fight Night event on July 26, sources told <a href="https://x.com/mma_kings/status/1932852093238259783">MMA Junkie's Nolan King</a>.Yan, the third-ranked bantamweight, hasn't stepped into the Octagon since defeating Deiveson Figueiredo via unanimous decision in November. It was the former bantamweight champion's second straight victory following a three-loss skid during which he lost his championship title. Yan, 32, has a 10-4 record overall in the UFC.Meanwhile, McGhee, the No. 13 bantamweight, is 4-0 in the UFC. The 35-year-old has a 10-1 record in MMA, including six straight victories and eight knockouts.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>A middleweight bout between Robert Whittaker and Reinier de Ridder is set to headline the Etihad Arena showcase. It's also scheduled to feature a light heavyweight fight between Nikita Krylov and Bogdan Guskov, as well as Asu Almabayev and Ramazan Temirov facing off in a flyweight bout.

MACAU, CHINA - NOVEMBER 23: Petr Yan of Russia stands in his corner before his bantamweight fight against Deiveson Figueiredo of Brazil during the UFC Fight Night event at Galaxy Arena on November 23, 2024 in Macau, China.

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Davante Adams is already feeling comfortable ahead of his first season with the Los Angeles Rams....

<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/57482" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/57482">Davante Adams</a> is already feeling comfortable ahead of his first season with the Los Angeles Rams."It's been exactly what I needed," Adams said Tuesday at Rams minicamp in Maui, according to team reporter <a href="https://www.therams.com/news/from-the-podium-sean-mcvay-and-davante-adams-discuss-adams-feeling-rejuvenated-jared-verse-and-aaron-donald-s-workout-ota-observations-ahead-of-mauicamp-next-week">Wyatt Miller</a>. "Feeling rejuvenated and really, really enjoying the time with the guys, getting to know them, getting on the same page with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/680" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/680">Matthew (Stafford)</a>, and just kind of gelling with the whole team right now."It feels like I've been on this team for a couple years now, just based off of how open and receptive the guys have been to me." <div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The star receiver joined the Rams in free agency on a two-year, $44-million deal with $26 million guaranteed. It was Adams' first time as a free agent.Rams head coach Sean McVay praised Adams' intelligence alongside his physical skills."(Adams) sees the game through a quarterback lens, and he's got so many experiences and really understands it from an all-22 perspective," McVay said, adding, "But he loves football. There's a consistent passion. There's a real understanding of how it all fits together, the spacing, timing, rhythm."The three-time All-Pro is focused on building chemistry with Stafford, including seeing the game the same way as the Super Bowl champion quarterback. In particular, he said he appreciates the veteran passer's aggressiveness in attacking any misstep he sees in a defense."Based off a couple we had today, (Stafford) don't care what that coverage says," Adams said. "If they're not playing that coverage right, you might get the ball still. ... And you got to be a dog to do that. You got to have a lot of confidence in your arm, in who's across from you, who you're throwing the ball to."He added, "If you got a guy like that, that's gonna make you defend it the proper way, not just allow you to display a coverage and that dictate where the ball goes, you in trouble."

WOODLAND HILLS, CALIFORNIA - MAY 28: Davante Adams #17 of the Los Angeles Rams walks off the field during an OTA offseason workout on May 28, 2025 in Woodland Hills, California.

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Cleveland Browns edge <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87669" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87669">Myles Garrett</a> is excited that <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/747" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/747">Aaron Rodgers</a> is joining the AFC North for one particular reason."I think it's a good opportunity to put him in the graveyard," Garrett told reporters at Browns minicamp, including <a href="https://x.com/DanielOyefusi/status/1932486826687655940">ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi</a>.Garrett famously decorated the front lawn of his house for Halloween with the <a href="https://x.com/StainbrookNFL/status/1448697041694208007?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1448697041694208007%7Ctwgr%5E34f6171e8e2dd55c17154620dfbf4b8e51def797%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fthescore.com%2Fnews%2F2202278">headstones of quarterbacks</a> he's sacked. He also showed up to a 2021 game in a <a href="https://x.com/NFL/status/1454821448363675651?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1454821448363675651%7Ctwgr%5E70777530ed292d8a6f68d5a98de843694fdd9651%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&amp;ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fthescore.com%2Fnfl%2Fnews%2F2213333">grim reaper costume</a> with the names of every passer he'd taken down to that point.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The six-time All-Pro has never sacked Rodgers in his career. They've only matched up once, when Rodgers was a member of the Green Bay Packers. Garrett registered one QB hit versus the four-time MVP.Rodgers officially signed with the Steelers earlier this month after being linked to Pittsburgh throughout the offseason. The 41-year-old has been sacked an NFL-record 571 times in his career.Garrett became the youngest player to achieve 100 career sacks last season and racked up at least 14 sacks for the fourth straight campaign in 2024.The Browns and Steelers play in Weeks 6 and 17 this season.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 08: Myles Garrett #95 of the Cleveland Browns waits for the snap during the first quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Huntington Bank Field on September 08, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Washington Commanders wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87889" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87889">Terry McLaurin</a> isn't attending this week's mandatory minicamp, according to <a href="https://x.com/Schultz_Report/status/1932427970574270654">Fox Sports' Jordan Schultz</a>.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3296280" href="https://thescore.com/news/3296280">Schultz</a> reported last week that McLaurin was frustrated with the lack of progress on a contract extension, as the two sides have had minimal negotiations.McLaurin participated in voluntary workouts earlier this offseason but skipped the Commanders' OTAs last week.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Meanwhile, Washington cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87888" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87888">Marshon Lattimore</a> will attend minicamp after missing OTAs, sources told <a href="https://x.com/JFowlerESPN/status/1932428819874333062">ESPN's Jeremy Fowler</a>.McLaurin is entering the final season of the three-year, $69-million extension he signed in 2022. He's set to earn $19.65 million in 2025, ranking 14th among wideouts, according to <a href="https://www.spotrac.com/nfl/rankings/player/_/year/2025/position/wr/sort/cash_total">Spotrac</a>.The 29-year-old has led Washington in receptions and receiving yards every season since entering the league in 2019 and was Rookie of the Year <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199756" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199756">Jayden Daniels</a>' top weapon last season.McLaurin totaled 82 receptions, 1,096 yards, and a career-high 13 touchdowns while appearing in all 17 games in 2024. His standout performance garnered him a second Pro Bowl nod and the first All-Pro team selection of his career.A former third-round pick, McLaurin has 460 receptions, 6,379 receiving yards, and 38 touchdowns across six seasons. He's missed only three games in his career and none since 2020.The Commanders added multiple wideouts this offseason, including former All-Pro <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87611" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87611">Deebo Samuel</a>.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - JANUARY 18: Wide receiver Terry McLaurin #17 of the Washington Commanders stands on the field during the second half of an NFL football divisional playoff game against the Detroit Lions, at Ford Field on January 18, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.

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Pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/74678" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/74678">T.J. Watt</a> isn't expected to attend the Pittsburgh Steelers' mandatory minicamp this week, a source told <a href="https://x.com/DMRussini/status/1932418487080628430">The Athletic's Dianna Russini</a>.Watt is looking for a new contract entering the final year of his current agreement, but there's been no progress on a long-term deal, according to <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1932419289534906412">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo</a>.The 30-year-old could be subject to fines totaling over $100,000 for missing the three-day mandatory camp, per <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1932421570275823953">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Head coach Mike Tomlin said he's not surprised by Watt's absence and isn't concerned about the star pass-rusher's future with the team, according to <a href="https://x.com/bepryor/status/1932522602746294418">ESPN's Brooke Pryor</a>.A <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3295206" href="https://thescore.com/news/3295206">report</a> earlier in June said Watt and the Steelers were discussing a new contract and that the expectation was to get a deal done before the start of the season.The three highest-paid edge rushers - <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87669" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87669">Myles Garrett</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/60658" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/60658">Danielle Hunter</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/100596" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/100596">Maxx Crosby</a> - signed new agreements this offseason. Garrett leads the pack with his four-year, $160-million contract.Cincinnati Bengals pass-rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/72083" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/72083">Trey Hendrickson</a> is also reportedly <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3298305" href="https://thescore.com/news/3298305">holding out</a> of his team's minicamp amid a contract dispute. Hendrickson and Watt rank first and second, respectively, in the NFL in sacks over the past two seasons.Watt was the league's highest-paid defender when he inked his current deal in 2021. He's set to cost the Steelers $30 million against the cap in 2025.The 2021 Defensive Player of the Year has been named first-team All-Pro four times across eight seasons, all with Pittsburgh. No player has more sacks since Watt entered the league in 2017. He's also led the NFL in quarterback takedowns a record three times and tied the single-season sacks mark with 22.5.Pittsburgh bolstered its offense by adding quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/747" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/747">Aaron Rodgers</a> and wideout <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/111570" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/111570">DK Metcalf</a> this offseason.

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - SEPTEMBER 22: T.J. Watt #90 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks towards the sideline during the third quarter against the Los Angeles Chargers at Acrisure Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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Sovereignty pulled away from Journalism late once again to win the 157th Belmont Stakes at Sarato...

Sovereignty pulled away from Journalism late once again to win the 157th Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on Saturday.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
It’s Sovereignty!! The Kentucky Derby winner takes the Belmont Stakes! <a href="https://t.co/IvvQ3Lhl2F">pic.twitter.com/IvvQ3Lhl2F</a>— FOX Sports (@FOXSports) <a href="https://twitter.com/FOXSports/status/1931492096357306507?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 7, 2025</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Sovereignty, the horse with the second-lowest odds, also won the Kentucky Derby earlier this year before sitting out the Preakness Stakes to prepare for Belmont. He's the first horse ever to win the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes while skipping the Preakness and the first horse since 2018 to win multiple Triple Crown races.Journalism won the Preakness without Sovereignty in the running.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The stretch run played out similarly to the Derby, with Sovereignty and jockey Junior Alvarado hitting another gear late to beat race-favorite Journalism. It was the same trifecta as the first Triple Crown event as well, with Baeza finishing third in both races.Rodriguez rounded out the top four.Here's how the $2 bets paid out based on the results Saturday:<figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>No.</th>
<th>Horse</th>
<th>Win</th>
<th>Place</th>
<th>Show</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>2</td>
<td>Sovereignty</td>
<td>$7.00</td>
<td>$3.20</td>
<td>$2.30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>7</td>
<td>Journalism</td>
<td></td>
<td>$3.20</td>
<td>$2.30</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>6</td>
<td>Baeza</td>
<td></td>
<td></td>
<td>$2.60</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure>And here's how the exotic wagers paid out:<figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th>Combo</th>
<th>Payout</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>$1 Exacta</td>
<td>2-7</td>
<td>$6.60</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>$1 Trifecta</td>
<td>2-7-6</td>
<td>$13.80</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>$1 Superfecta</td>
<td>2-7-6-3</td>
<td>$40.50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure>Here's the final result:<figure class="article-segment--table"><div class="table-responsive"><table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Order of Finish</th>
<th>Horse</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>1</td>
<td> Sovereignty</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2</td>
<td> Journalism</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3</td>
<td> Baeza</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>4</td>
<td> Rodriguez</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>5</td>
<td> Hill Road</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>6</td>
<td>Heart of Honor</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>7</td>
<td> Uncaged</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>8</td>
<td>Crudo</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table></div></figure>The victory marks trainer Bill Mott's second of the Belmont Stakes, with the other coming in 2010 with horse Drosselmeyer.Saratoga Race Course hosted this year's event as well as the 2024 edition. The track will also host next year's race due to Belmont Park's ongoing renovation project. Saratoga Race Course's track is shorter at 1.25 miles, compared to Belmont Park's 1.5 miles.

SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK - JUNE 07: Sovereignty with Junior Alvarado up, heads into the first turn and then wins the 157th running of the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on June 07, 2025 in Saratoga Springs, New York.

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ARLINGTON, TX - OCTOBER 13: Amon-Ra St. Brown #14 of the Detroit Lions walks off of the field after an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on October 13, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.

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CHICAGO, IL - OCTOBER 06: Chicago Bears safety Jaquan Brisker (9) celebrates after a play in action during a game between the Chicago Bears and the Carolina Panthers on October 06, 2024 at Soldier Field, in Chicago, IL.

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - DECEMBER 24: Head coach Dan Campbell of the Detroit Lions celebrates with Jameson Williams #9 after a play in the fourth quarter of the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 24, 2023 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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HENDERSON, NEVADA - MAY 21: Geno Smith #7 of the Las Vegas Raiders looks to throw during an OTA offseason workout at the Las Vegas Raiders Headquarters/Intermountain Healthcare Performance Center on May 21, 2025 in Henderson, Nevada.

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HOUSTON, TX - DECEMBER 25: Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews (89) scores a touchdown in the third quarter during the NFL game between the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans on December 25, 2024 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas.

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