Despite turning 42, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers appears unwilling to close the book on his NFL career. He even suggests he could return for a 22nd season in 2026, confident that he will have multiple options should he choose to continue.

Sean O’Malley, after suffering consecutive defeats, sought a gentler path in his planned return to the Octagon in 2026. When the UFC declined his request for a less challenging adversary, they offered Song Yadong instead, setting the stage for O’Malley’s upcoming comeback match.

Framber Valdez, the standout pitcher for the Houston Astros, is taking his first steps into free agency after eight seasons. As talk of a possible 2026 return swirls, the spotlight is on whether Houston’s top hurler will strike a new deal or seek a fresh opportunity elsewhere.

Joe Musgrove, the San Diego Padres’ right-handed pitcher, missed the entire 2025 season due to injury. While he did not undertake any minor league rehabilitation starts, Musgrove remains intent on pitching competitively before Spring Training of 2026.