Sports & Fitness News Today — October 23, 2026
LeBron responds to Trump's criticism, calls it 'slow news day in office' and more — today's news signal.
The sports world is buzzing today with a mix of on-field action and off-field drama. In the NFL, the preseason is heating up, with Luther Burden III making a big play to set up a D'Andre Swift touchdown for the Bears - you can follow all the live updates from that game. Meanwhile, Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey is speaking out in defense of quarterback Lamar Jackson, taking issue with what he calls "slander" against his teammate.
But it's not all about football - the sports world is also reacting to news off the field. LeBron James made headlines with his response to criticism from former President Donald Trump, calling it a sign of a "slow news day in the office". And in other news, a Steelers fan event in Paris has been canceled due to civil unrest, while Utah defensive tackle Brandon Wallace is under investigation for allegedly sending explicit videos on social media. As we celebrate a milestone - 'Pardon the Interruption' is turning 25 - it's clear that sports and current events are as intertwined as ever.
Today's signal:
• LeBron responds to Trump's criticism, calls it 'slow news day in office' (espn.com)
• Follow live: Luther Burden III's long catch sets up D'Andre Swift TD for Bears (espn.com)
• Ravens CB Humphrey displeased with 'slander' against QB Jackson (espn.com)
• Steelers fan event at Bastille bar canceled amid civil unrest in Paris (espn.com)
• Utah DT Wallace under rape investigation, allegedly sent videos on social media (espn.com)
• 'Pardon the Interruption' turns 25: A look back at what makes it work (espn.com)