Upsets and Triumphs: A Dynamic Week in Sports

An eventful sports week saw the Patriots' strategic win, a serious knee injury for Steelers' punter, Carroll Dawson's passing, and major developments in the NFL. Meanwhile, tennis saw new champions rise at the U.S. Open, and World Boxing urged federations to support its Olympic dream.

An eventful sports week saw various significant occurrences. The New England Patriots started their season with a strategic 16-10 win over the Bengals, underscoring their run-first approach. Head coach Jerod Mayo praised the team's toughness.

In NFL injury news, Steelers punter Cameron Johnston and Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson both faced knee injuries. Johnston is out for the season, while Ferguson's injury is less serious. Longtime Rockets coach Carroll Dawson passed away at age 86.

Furthermore, Cowboys QB Dak Prescott signed a historic contract extension worth $240 million, while the Carolina Panthers face a potential season without DL Derrick Brown due to a knee injury. Tennis saw new champions emerge at the U.S. Open, signaling a shift as the 'Big Three' era wanes. Lastly, World Boxing's president urged federations to support the sport's inclusion in the 2028 Olympics.

(With inputs from agencies.)