TODAY’S BEST BET ON TELEVISION
Even the most devout Redskins fans should be curious enough to tune into Hard Knocks, HBO’s training camp series that stars the Dallas Cowboys this summer. 10 p.m., HBO.
Newsmakers
Brett Favre
If ever an athlete needed his own television network — or at least a reality show — it’s the prodigal Packers QB.
Redeem Team
America’s Olympic men’s basketball team got its wake-up call with a tight tuneup against Australia.
Tiger Woods
As another major tees off without him this week, the injured superstar steals the spotlight with an ESPN interview.
A high-profile start to the season with two Hall of Famers and a preseason win in front of a raucous crowd.
Fights
Fielder vs. his pitcher, Steve Smith vs. one of his cornerbacks and Brock Lesnar gets another UFC shot on Saturday.
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1. Bruce Smith. Former Bills, Redskins star is the only first-ballot lock among the fresh faces.
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