Top Headlines in Sports: Deals, Wins, and Historic Moments

The summary delves into significant events in sports, highlighting the Texans' deal with QB Davis Mills, the Texas Rangers' walk-off victory, major wins in cycling and tennis, and noteworthy NFL updates including tightened security for games in Brazil. Also mentioned are emotional tributes in NHL and statements from Paris mayor on the Paralympics.

In the world of sports, several notable developments have taken place, capturing the attention of fans and analysts alike. The Houston Texans have reached a one-year contract extension with backup quarterback Davis Mills through the 2025 season, as reported by NFL Network. Mills will play a supporting role to C.J. Stroud, last season's NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.

Meanwhile, in MLB, Wyatt Langford's dramatic walk-off grand slam secured a 7-4 victory for the Texas Rangers over the New York Yankees. Langford's game-winning hit came in a tense ninth inning, sending the 407-foot shot into the stands.

Over in Spain, Australia's Kaden Groves triumphed in a wet sprint to win his third stage of the Vuelta a Espana. The victory in Stage 17 adds another accolade to Groves' impressive record.

Elsewhere, NFL teams are gearing up for the new season. The Kansas City Chiefs are aiming for an unprecedented Super Bowl three-peat, while increased security measures have been put in place in Sao Paulo for the continent's first NFL game in South America.

On the tennis court, Frances Tiafoe and Taylor Fritz are set for an 'epic' showdown in the US Open semi-finals, marking the first all-American Grand Slam semi-final since 2005.

In NHL news, Montreal Canadiens forward Cole Caufield is paying tribute to his idol Johnny Gaudreau by changing his jersey number to 13, following Gaudreau's tragic death. Lastly, Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo has reiterated her support for Ukraine and criticized the participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in the Paralympics under a neutral banner.

(With inputs from agencies.)