The Lions will host 1 p.m. preseason games against the Dolphins and Texans on back-to-back Saturdays in August.

Heisman Trophy odds for the Big 12 Conference start with Arizona State quarterback Sam Leavitt, but the QB has company on the list to win award.

Arizona Diamondbacks starter Ryne Nelson is now plugged into the rotation with Eduardo Rodriguez injured. The Dodgers have lost four straight games.