Motosport News Today — August 13, 2026
Source: Roberts back with Steelers on 1-year deal and more — today's motosport signal.
The sports world is buzzing with comebacks and contract news. In the NFL, the Pittsburgh Steelers are welcoming back a familiar face as they've agreed to a one-year deal with a player, while Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is confident he can still perform at an elite level despite the ever-changing landscape of the league. Meanwhile, in the NBA, a potential ownership change is on the horizon for the Los Angeles Lakers as sources indicate a deal is in the works.
On the international stage, soccer fans are relieved to see Argentine superstar Lionel Messi back on the bench for Inter Miami after a personal setback, and in baseball, there are concerns about the velocity of Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Skenes after he was lifted early from his latest outing. In other news, fantasy football enthusiasts are getting ready for the new season with expert advice from Mike Clay on how to strategize for different league types and scoring setups.
Today's signal:
• Source: Roberts back with Steelers on 1-year deal (espn.com)
• Messi back on Miami bench after father's death (espn.com)
• Chiefs' Kelce: I can still 'play at a high level' (espn.com)
• Mike Clay's Playbook: Strategy tips for 10 different league types and scoring setups (espn.com)
• Sources: Kushner, Iger to buy Lakers for $12.5B (espn.com)
• Skenes lifted after 65 pitches, mum on velo drop (espn.com)