Coach News Today — August 17, 2026
Sources: Cardinals RB Love has high ankle sprain and more — today's coach signal.
The sports world is buzzing with a mix of injury updates, exciting competition results, and behind-the-scenes developments. In the NFL, teams are navigating the challenges of the preseason, with several key players dealing with injuries. The Arizona Cardinals are expected to be without running back Kyren Love to start the season due to a high ankle sprain, while Los Angeles Rams defensive star Aaron Donald's status remains uncertain, with coach Sean McVay indicating no rush on a decision. The Tennessee Titans are also managing an injury, as quarterback Marcus Mariota recovers from an MCL sprain, though he's still on track to return for Week 1.
On a brighter note, the golf world is celebrating a major achievement by 22-year-old Seminole star Sam Whaley, who has won the U.S. Amateur title. In the NFL, San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is eyeing a return to practice and is optimistic about playing in the season opener in Australia. Meanwhile, college football is abuzz with BYU coach Kalani Sitake gaining recognition as a respected leader among his peers, earning him the reputation as a favorite among other coaches. These stories and more are shaping up to be significant as their respective seasons get underway.
Today's signal:
• Sources: Cardinals RB Love has high ankle sprain (espn.com)
• Seminoles star Whaley, 22, wins U.S. Amateur title (espn.com)
• Kittle eyes return to practice, opener in Australia (espn.com)
• Mariota has MCL sprain; Week 1 return expected (espn.com)
• McVay: No 'invisible deadline' on Donald decision (espn.com)
• Why BYU's Kalani Sitake is your favorite coach's favorite coach (espn.com)