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Aaron Rodgers Says Jets Rumors Don't Have 'Legitimate Legs' amid Buzz of Saleh Rift
Bleacher Report - Zach Bachar
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers denied rumors of a rift between himself and head coach Robert Saleh in an interview with NFL Network's Kyle Brandt on Friday. "There's a lot of stories, naturally because we're in the New York market, that most of the time don't have any legitimate legs," …
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Oregon's Dillon Gabriel Throws 2 1st-Half INTs as CFB Fans Criticize QB vs. MSU
Bleacher Report - Zach Bachar
Dillon Gabriel struggled during the first half of No. 6 Oregon's matchup with Michigan State on Friday night, but the Ducks were still able to jump out to a 21-0 lead. Gabriel finished 12-of-20 for 171 yards through two quarters, throwing a touchdown to go along with two interceptions. Both were …
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Kyle McCord, Syracuse Offense Excites CFB Fans vs. Hajj-Malik Williams, No. 25 UNLV
Bleacher Report - Zach Bachar
Kyle McCord thrived during Syracuse's clash with No. 25 UNLV on Friday night. McCord was 28-of-44 for 248 yards and two touchdowns through three quarters of action, helping the Orange offense put up 31 points with 15 minutes left in regulation. He completed his first 10 passes of the game and added …
ESPN
5 hours ago
Unbeaten Orlando Pride aims to secure first NWSL Shield at home
ESPN - Jeff Kassouf
The Orlando Pride can clinch the franchise's first National Women's Soccer League Shield at home on Sunday with a victory over the second-place …
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Shohei Ohtani Excited for NLDS, MLB Playoff Debut with Dodgers: 'Childhood Dream'
Bleacher Report - Zach Bachar
Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is eagerly anticipating his postseason debut ahead of the team's matchup with the San Diego Padres in the National League Division Series. "It's always been my childhood dream to be able to be in an important game," Ohtani said through an interpreter, per …
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Bryce Young Rumors: Panthers' David Tepper 'Signed Off On' QB's Benching for Dalton
Bleacher Report - Paul Kasabian
Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper reportedly signed off on the team benching second-year quarterback Bryce Young for veteran Andy Dalton, per Adam Jahns and Joe Person of The Athletic: "After the Panthers managed 13 points in getting outscored by 60 the first two weeks, Canales — along with …
7 hours ago
Report: UFC contenders Almeida, Spivac to fight in January
thescore.com - Caio Miari
UFC heavyweight contenders Jailton Almeida and Serghei Spivac are expected to fight each other Jan. 18, 2025, sources told Nolan King and Farah …
ESPN
8 hours ago
Transfer Talk: Barcelona shop for Ansu Fati replacement
ESPN - Danny Lewis
The winter transfer window won't reopen in Europe for a while yet, but there are plenty of moves in the works and gossip swirling around. Transfer …
ESPN
8 hours ago
Tigers to start lefty Tyler Holton to open ALDS vs. Guardians
ESPN - Jesse Rogers
CLEVELAND -- It worked once, so why not try it again? That's the attitude the Detroit Tigers are taking in tabbing lefty Tyler Holton to start Game 1 …
Bleacher Report
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49ers Make Uniform Change for Cardinals Game Ahead of Possible Record Temperatures
Bleacher Report - Zach Bachar
The San Francisco 49ers will wear alternate throwback uniforms that feature white pants to prepare for projected record-breaking temperatures during the team's Week 5 matchup with the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium. Temperatures are expected to be about 95 degrees at kickoff on Sunday and will …
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Billy Shaw Dies at 85; Former Bills Guard Was Inducted into Pro Football HOF in 1999
Bleacher Report - Zach Bachar
Former Buffalo Bills guard and Pro Football Hall of Famer Billy Shaw died on Friday. He was 85 years old. His family announced that he died of hyponatremia. Shaw spent all nine years of his career at left guard for the Bills from 1961 through 1969, earning eight AFL All-Star nods. He also helped …
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Kirby Smart's Georgia Contract Details, Bonuses, Buyout Terms Revealed for $130M Deal
Bleacher Report - Paul Kasabian
Georgia football head coach Kirby Smart agreed to a 10-year, $130 million contract last May, making him the highest-paid coach in the sport. On Friday, more details in the contract were revealed via Marc Weiszer of the Athens Banner-Herald following an open records request. For starters, Smart's …
ESPN
7 hours ago
Dodgers' Roberts 'expecting' Freddie Freeman (ankle) for Game 1
ESPN - Alden Gonzalez
LOS ANGELES -- Freddie Freeman is still hobbled by the sprained right ankle he suffered Sept. 26, but Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts …
9 hours ago
Pro Football Hall of Famer Billy Shaw dies at 85
nbcsports.com - Charean Williams
Pro Football Hall of Famer Billy Shaw died Friday at his home in Toccoa, Georgia, his family announced. Billy’s wife, Patsy, and their three …
ESPN
10 hours ago
Ahead of NLDS, Padres say Joe Musgrove needs Tommy John
ESPN - Alden Gonzalez
LOS ANGELES -- San Diego Padres right-hander Joe Musgrove suffered damage to his ulnar collateral ligament during his Wednesday start and will soon …
USA TODAY
10 hours ago
Rape survivor and activist sues ex-Michigan State coach Mel Tucker for defamation
USA TODAY - Kenny Jacoby
One year ago, Michigan State University fired head football coach Mel Tucker amid allegations that he sexually harassed a rape survivor he had hired to teach his players about sexual assault prevention. On Friday, that woman filed a lawsuit against him for defamation. Brenda Tracy, whose …
BBC News
13 hours ago
Paul Pogba: Juventus and France midfielder has doping ban reduced to 18 months
BBC News - Simon Stone
Paul Pogba says his "nightmare is over" after a four-year ban for a doping offence was reduced to 18 months following a successful appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas). Sources close to the 31-year-old Juventus midfielder told BBC Sport he can resume training in January 2025 and will …
NBC News
18 hours ago
Karl-Anthony Towns talks about his Dominican roots and his work off the court
NBC News - By Edwin Flores
The NBA star, who just left the Minnesota Timberwolves for the New York Knicks, said that “to be recognized for what I do off the court is all I’ve ever wanted to do." It's been quite a year for NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns. This week it became official that Towns, the Minnesota Timberwolves 7-foot …
17 hours ago
Utah names Keller 1st captain in franchise history
thescore.com - Sean O'Leary
The Utah Hockey Club named star forward Clayton Keller the first captain in franchise history Friday. The organization hasn't had a captain since …
Associated Press
16 hours ago
A deadly hurricane is the latest disruption for young athletes who already have endured a pandemic
Associated Press - By JOHN RABY
Pisgah High School in western North Carolina reopened its football stadium last year after Tropical Storm Fred tore through in 2021. Now it has to be rebuilt again after being demolished by Hurricane Helene. Amid the lives lost and the catastrophic damage, high schools in dozens of communities in …
Sports Illustrated
1 day ago
Rashee Rice Officially Lands on Chiefs IR Due to Knee Injury
Sports Illustrated - Karl Rasmussen
Rice will be out until at least Week 10. The Kansas City Chiefs are still awaiting a more definitive update on Rashee Rice's knee injury amid concerns …
16 hours ago
Blue Jackets recall five players
yardbarker.com - Josh Erickson
For the second time in the past few days, the Blue Jackets have summoned some reinforcements from AHL Cleveland to get another crack in exhibition …
17 hours ago
Aaron Rodgers on Davante Adams: Great guy and great player, rest is out of my hands
nbcsports.com - Josh Alper
Given the reports out of Las Vegas over the last few days, it was a safe bet that Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers would be asked about Raiders wide …
Bleacher Report
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Mike Tyson Posts New Training Video in 'Final Stretch' Before Jake Paul Boxing Fight
Bleacher Report - Zach Bachar
Boxing legend Mike Tyson posted a new short video of himself training for his upcoming fight against Jake Paul. "Final stretch," Tyson wrote. "Less than 50 days left." The former world heavyweight champion will face off against Paul in the ring on Nov. 15 at AT&T Stadium. They were originally …
Bleacher Report
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Jayden Daniels, Derrick Henry, Goff Headline Madden 24 Week 5 Player Ratings Update
Bleacher Report - Timothy Rapp
EA Sports released its weekly ratings update on Thursday, with Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry, Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels and Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff highlighting the adjustments. Henry was bumped up by one rating point to a 96 overall after rushing …
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Mike Evans scores 98th career receiving touchdown, 12th vs. Falcons
nbcsports.com - Charean Williams
Receiver Mike Evans scored his 98th career receiving touchdown on the Buccaneers’ first drive Thursday night. Perhaps none has been easier. The …
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NFL could sell media assets to Skydance, RedBird
nbcsports.com - Mike Florio
Earlier this year, a deal between the NFL and ESPN regarding the league’s NFL media conglomerate seemed to be inevitable. Then, it didn’t happen. Now, …
Bleacher Report
2 days ago
Dwyane Wade Not Ruling Out Future NBA Coaching Role: 'You Never Know'
Bleacher Report - Paul Kasabian
NBA legend Dwyane Wade isn't shutting the door on becoming a coach someday. However, he cautioned that the gig may not be his thing either. Wade made his remarks while sitting down as the latest guest on the Unapologetically Angel podcast with Chicago Sky star Angel Reese. During the fan question …
Sports Illustrated
1 day ago
Dodgers Change Starting Pitching Plan for Game 1 of NLDS vs. Padres
Sports Illustrated - Tom Dierberger
Jack Flaherty no longer will take the mound in Game 1. The Los Angeles Dodgers have tweaked their pitching plan for their upcoming NLDS series against …
Bleacher Report
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Marshawn Lynch to Be College GameDay Guest Picker; Cal Legend to Appear on 'No Sleep'
Bleacher Report - Andrew Peters
A Cal football legend will appear on College GameDay this Saturday. Marshawn Lynch, who played for the Golden Bears from 2004 to 2006, will be the guest picker on GameDay this week as the show heads to Berkley for the first time ever for a matchup between Cal and No. 8 Miami. After the show announced …
Bleacher Report
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Stephen Curry, LeBron James and Highest-Paid NBA Player Contracts for 2024-25 Season
Bleacher Report - Julia Stumbaugh
Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry will enter the 2024-25 season with the highest cap hit in the NBA, according to Spotrac's salary rankings. Curry is set to cost $55.7 million against the cap this season, over $4 million more than Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid or Denver Nuggets' Nikola …

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