Record-Breaking NFL Kickoff and More: The Latest in Sports News

This collection of sports news highlights includes record-breaking NFL kickoff game ratings for NBC, the U.S. Open surpassing one million fans for the first time, Miami Dolphins' Tyreek Hill's run-in with the police, and various updates from NFL, WTA, and MLB. Key events and players are spotlighted.

In a thrilling Thursday night showdown between the Baltimore Ravens and Kansas City Chiefs, NBC reported record-setting viewership for an NFL kickoff game, with an average audience of 28.9 million.

The 2024 U.S. Open also made history, surpassing one million fans in attendance at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Taylor Fritz and Jessica Pegula, top American players, faced tough defeats in the finals.

Meanwhile, Miami Dolphins' receiver Tyreek Hill had a tense encounter with police, leading to his brief detention. In NFL updates, Steelers punter Cameron Johnston faces a season-ending injury, and Packers' backup quarterback Malik Willis is set to start. On the tennis front, French players Clara Burel and Diane Parry advanced easily in the Jasmin Open Tunisia. Additionally, WADA reiterated its call for USADA to improve testing standards. In MLB, Yankees prospect Jasson Dominguez was recalled while DJ LeMahieu heads to the injured list.

(With inputs from agencies.)