Tua Tagovailoa will back up J.J. Penix Jr. for the Dolphins, while the Colts put D'Wayne Pierce on IR for the season. Angel Reese left LSU’s win after an elbow.

Key roster moves

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will serve as the backup to J.J. Penix Jr. on Thursday, the team confirmed in a brief statement.

Indianapolis Colts officials placed wide receiver D'Wayne Pierce on injured reserve, making him unavailable for the remainder of the season.

College basketball incident

Angel Reese left the win over Liberty early after receiving an elbow to the face, according to the game report.

LSU officials said medical staff evaluated Reese on the court and she was escorted to the locker room for further assessment.

Additional injury updates

Arizona State’s head coach declined to discuss a workout that left a player in a coma, citing privacy concerns.

Texas running back Hollywood Smothers was added to the injury report without a specified reason.

NBA veteran Marcus Smart walked away from the Los Angeles Lakers after what he described as a disrespectful offer, the league office noted.

Motorsport preview

Kimi Antonelli is set for his third consecutive win as the Formula 1 season moves to Azerbaijan this weekend.

Fans can watch the practice session for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix on the network’s live stream.

Implications for upcoming games

The Dolphins’ depth change comes ahead of their next regular‑season matchup, while the Colts’ IR move frees a roster spot for a potential activation.

Both teams will adjust their game‑day preparations based on the latest roster information.