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Good morning and welcome to The Warm Up! In today's edition, we’re kicking off with a showdown as the Chiefs and Ravens start the NFL season with an AFC Championship rematch. In other action, Caitlin Clark and Kyle Schwarber are breaking records, and the Royals are still fighting for a Wild Card spot. We’ll also catch you up on a moving Blue Jackets tribute, Messi’s absence from the Ballon d’Or shortlist, and the Cubs' no-hitter. Plus, don't miss the Storm's battle against Breanna Stewart, and Taylor Townsend’s big run at the U.S. Open, let’s dive in.

Chiefs and Ravens Kickoff NFL Season (5-minute read)

The 2024 NFL season begins with a heavyweight rematch as the Kansas City Chiefs face the Baltimore Ravens in a potential AFC Championship preview. Last year, the Chiefs edged out a 17-10 victory, thanks to a stellar defensive showing and a bit of mind games. This time, KC’s defense will be without key players like L’Jarius Sneed and Willie Gay, raising questions about how they’ll handle Lamar Jackson and new Raven, Derrick Henry, who’s averaged 112 yards per game against the Chiefs. With playoff seeding potentially on the line even in Week 1, the Chiefs’ success hinges on containing Baltimore’s potent rushing attack and keeping Mahomes on the field as much as possible.

Fever Make Playoffs With Win (3-minute read)

Caitlin Clark became the fastest player ever to hit 100 3-pointers in a season during the Indiana Fever's 93-86 win over the L.A. Sparks. With 24 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, she secured her second career triple-double and joined elite company in WNBA history. Aliyah Boston also dominated with 24 points and 14 rebounds, helping the Fever clinch a playoff spot with their fifth straight win.

Schwarber Carries Phillies Past Blue Jays (2-minute read)

Kyle Schwarber is on fire. He matched an MLB record with his 13th leadoff homer this season, fueling the Phillies to a 4-2 win and a sweep of the Blue Jays. Schwarber's 416-foot blast was his 32nd of the year, and the Phillies are surging, winning nine of their last 11. Cristopher Sánchez dominated with seven strikeouts in seven innings, while J.T. Realmuto added his 12th homer to seal the win.

Royals Inch Closer To Post Season (3-minute read)

The Royals finally stopped the bleeding with a 4-1 win over the Guardians, snapping a brutal seven-game losing streak. Tommy Pham’s 423-foot three-run homer in the fourth broke the Royals' scoring drought, and Seth Lugo allowed just one run over seven innings. Despite their struggles, the Royals are still in the Wild Card hunt, with a five-game lead over the Tigers for the final spot.

🕯️ Blue Jackets mourn Johnny, Matthew Gaudreau at vigil

⚽ Ballon d'Or: Messi, Ronaldo both miss short list for first time since 2003

🏆 2024 NFL awards predictions: picks for MVP, DPOY, ROY

⚾ Cubs pitch combined no-hitter vs. Pirates

🏀 Clark’s 100th three of the season

💣 Kyle Schwarber's 13th leadoff HR ties the record for most in a season

🏒 Utah Hockey Club unveils jerseys

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Storm vs. Stewart (4-minute read)

The Seattle Storm's rocky road trip concludes with one final test: Breanna Stewart and the New York Liberty. After going 0-6 against the Liberty since Stewart’s departure, the Storm are hoping to turn the tide in what could be a statement win. A 2-1 road record would boost their playoff momentum, but another loss could leave them in despair as they inch closer to a potential first-round matchup with the powerhouse Las Vegas Aces.

Braves Take On Nationals (3-minute read)

After a key series win over the Phillies, the Braves face their divisional kryptonite: the Nationals. Washington has taken 6 of 8 games from Atlanta this season, and Charlie Morton’s had a rough time, giving up 12 earned runs in 10.2 innings against them. The Nationals' offense isn’t flashy but it's effective, and they’re coming off a series win against Colorado. The Braves' recent improvements on the mound will be tested as they look to avoid a repeat of earlier losses.

US Open Mixed Doubles Final (2-minute read)

Taylor Townsend is on fire at the U.S. Open, reaching the finals in mixed doubles alongside Donald Young—who’s making his retirement tour—and the semis in women’s doubles. Townsend and Young cruised past the No. 8 seeds Aldila Sutjiadi and Rohan Bopanna 6-3, 6-4 to secure their spot in the final. Meanwhile, Townsend and Katerina Siniakova, fresh off their Wimbledon win, are just one match away from another final after a dominant 6-2, 6-3 victory.

Who has scored the most touchdowns in NFL history and how many did they score?

👉️ Answer Below

Jerry Rice scored 208 touchdowns over his 20 years in the NFL.