A horse almost didn’t race in the Preakness. Thanks to a jockey’s suggestion, it won. NBC News Top Stories By: Andrew Greif 17 May 2026 at 02:01 Before winning the 151st Preakness Stakes, Napoleon Solo almost wasn’t entered in the race known as the middle jewel of horse racing’s Triple Crown © Nick WassHorse trainer Chad Summers, right, celebrating Napoleon Solo's win with jockey Paco Lopez and owner Al Gold following the 151st Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park on Saturday.
Aaron Rodgers returning to Steelers for 22nd NFL season, per reports NBC News Top Stories By: Andrew Greif 17 May 2026 at 00:20 Quarterback Aaron Rodgers is returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a 22nd season in the NFL, according to multiple reports © ElsaPittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers tries to quiet the crowd during a game against the Baltimore Ravens on Jan. 4.