Daily Recap: Sport — 13 August 2026

The sports day turns on control and positioning, with athletes, leagues and clubs moving to protect brands, shape narratives and lock in talent before competition intensifies. Off the field, disputes over image rights and public comments compete with roster moves, scheduling anno...

Jayden Daniels moves to block LSU from using his name, image and likeness after the school gives his former No. 5 jersey to cornerback DJ Pickett. The Washington Commanders quarterback and Heisman Trophy winner sends a cease-and-desist letter through an attorney, asserting LSU no longer has authorization to use his NIL.

The WNBA condemns what it calls a bad-faith campaign around transgender participation, saying it is pushing back against online narratives that demean or marginalize people. The league also makes clear the issue does not create any immediate player-eligibility question in the current WNBA landscape, framing its response as a defense against misinformation.

The Panthers add veteran help at tight end by agreeing to a one-year deal with Darren Waller. The move brings back a former Pro Bowl player on a short-term contract, giving Carolina an experienced option as it shapes its offense for the season ahead.

Jeremy Doku commits his future to Manchester City by signing a new contract through 2031. The long-term extension secures one of the club’s attacking options ahead of the new season and underlines City’s effort to keep key players in place for the years ahead.

Major League Baseball brings back one of its showcase nostalgia events by setting the 2026 Field of Dreams game for Aug. 13 in Dyersville, Iowa. The Philadelphia Phillies and Minnesota Twins are slated to meet at the movie-site stadium, reviving the special-event format after its earlier run.

Youri Tielemans apologizes to Aston Villa supporters after saying Manchester United are a level above his former club. The remark triggers backlash online from Villa fans following his move to Old Trafford, prompting the midfielder to try to calm the reaction with a public apology.

Ecuadorian police seize a truck loaded with cocaine near the Colombian border after acting on an anonymous tip and arrest the driver. Investigators say the drugs are hidden in a false bottom and packaged in bricks bearing stickers of Norway striker Erling Haaland, an unusual detail in a major narcotics bust.

The Bengals and Lions meet in a preseason game at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Aug. 13, with kickoff and broadcast details laid out for fans. The matchup serves as another early look at both teams before the regular season, with television and streaming options available for viewers.