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AP Source: Michael Pittman Jr.'s back injury adds new concern to Colts growing injury list
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- Displaced Buccaneers appreciate having families and pets out of the path of Hurricane Milton
- Spencer Rattler set to start at QB for the Saints against the Buccaneers
- Josh Allen shouldering the blame for Buffalo's offensive struggles following 2 losses
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Milton damages the roof of the Rays' stadium and forces NBA preseason game to be called off
- Chris Paul makes exhibition debut with the Spurs, sets up Wembanyama for dunk with 1st assist
- Napheesa Collier, the unassuming and unflappable superstar, has led the Lynx back to the WNBA Finals
- Sky officials are light on details in discussing their decision to fire Weatherspoon after 1 year
- Mavs guard Dante Exum has wrist surgery as team offers no timeline for return
MLB »
Francisco Lindor's grand slam sends Mets into NLCS with 4-1 win over Phillies in Game 4 of NLDS
- Yankees' Juan Soto focused solely on the playoffs, even though a lucrative offseason looms
- Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. embraces the boos from Royals fans in the new role of playoff villain
- Giancarlo Stanton hits go-ahead homer in the eighth, Yankees beat Royals 3-2 in Game 3 of the ALDS
- Pending free agent Pete Alonso extending his Mets tenure with every postseason homer
NHL »
Shesterkin stops 29 shots as Rangers open season by drilling Sidney Crosby and the Penguins 6-0
- Sam Montembeault makes 48 saves, Canadiens beat Maple Leafs 1-0 in season opener
- Senators sign goalie Ullmark to four-year contract extension worth $33 million
- Dylan Guenther scores twice as Utah Hockey Club holds off Chicago for franchise's 1st win
- Bennett scores twice, Panthers open their title defense by getting past rival Bruins 6-4
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Georgia's Smart suspends Young 1 day after arrest on assault on unborn child, battery charges
- Tre Stewart's 3 total TDs help Jacksonville State ease by New Mexico State 54-13
- Pick Six Previews: A statistical look at BYU football after its first bye week
- QB struggles and injuries prove to be a tough obstacle for FSU, UNC and NC State
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His final course design, Black Desert to serve as memory of the legacy of former pro Tom Weiskopf
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- Tony Finau having to miss Utah tournament to be with son in a national PGA tournament
Soccer »
Panathinaikos defender Baldock found dead in his Athens home
- Man City stuns title holder Barcelona in Women's Champions League. Bayern's Harder downs Arsenal
- Harry Kane set to miss England's game against Greece in Nations League because of minor injury
- SoFi Stadium will host the CONCACAF Nations League final four in 2025 and 2027
- Tchouaméni's proud to lead France against Israel in Nations League in Mbappé's absence
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Sinner avenges Shanghai defeat to Shelton. Tsitsipas rants at umpire
- Wimbledon tennis tournament replaces line judges with technology in break with tradition
- Frances Tiafoe yells a string of curses at a Shanghai Masters chair umpire after a loss
- Djokovic eases into Shanghai Masters fourth round to face Safiullin who beat Tiafoe
- Florida women's tennis coach Roland Thornqvist retires after 500 wins and 4 NCAA titles
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Ex-Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo is courted by Australian Supercars series
- 2 teams suing NASCAR ask court to recognize them as chartered while antitrust case proceeds
- Michael Jordan and Front Row's Bob Jenkins standing firm in their fight against NASCAR: Analysis
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- Stenhouse snaps 65-race losing streak after late crash at Talladega scrambles playoff picture
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Francisco Lindor's grand slam sends Mets into NLCS with 4-1 win over Phillies in Game 4 of NLDS
Mike Fitzpatrick, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 10:01 p.m. | Save Story
Francisco Lindor hit a grand slam in the sixth inning, his latest clutch swing in a storybook season, and the New York Mets reached the National League Championship Series with a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. Edwin Díaz struck out Kyle Schwarber with two runners aboard to end it as New York finished off the rival Phillies in Game 4 of their best-of-five Division Series, winning 3-1 to wrap up a postseason series at home for the first time in 24 years. After three days of rest, New York will open the best-of-seven NLCS on Sunday at the San Diego Padres or Los Angeles Dodgers. San Diego held a 2-1 lead in their NLDS heading into Game 4 on Wednesday night.
Milton damages the roof of the Rays' stadium and forces NBA preseason game to be called off
The Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 9:44 p.m. | Save Story
Concerns over Hurricane Milton and its effects on Florida have forced the cancellation of Friday's NBA preseason game in Orlando between the Magic and the New Orleans Pelicans. The game won't be rescheduled. Orlando was playing at San Antonio on Wednesday night and was scheduled to return to Central Florida on Thursday. Those plans are now in flux because of the storm, which made landfall near Siesta Key, Florida, on Wednesday night.
Yankees' Juan Soto focused solely on the playoffs, even though a lucrative offseason looms
Dave Skretta, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 9:23 p.m. | Save Story
Yankees slugger Juan Soto says he is focused solely on helping New York win the World Series, and not thinking at all about a potentially lucrative offseason. The four-time All-Star is poised to become the biggest free agent on the market, potentially landing a contract worth a half-billion dollars. But he said before the Yankees' 3-2 victory over the Royals in Game 3 of their AL Division Series that he is content with leaving his contract situation in the hands of his agent, Scott Boras. Soto hit .288 with 41 homers and 109 RBIs this season while leading the league with 128 runs scored.
Tre Stewart's 3 total TDs help Jacksonville State ease by New Mexico State 54-13
The Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 9:20 p.m. | Save Story
the last being an interception by Travis Franklin Jr. in the end zone on the final play of the game.
Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. embraces the boos from Royals fans in the new role of playoff villain
Dave Skretta, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 9:19 p.m. | Save Story
Turns out that Yankees third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. is just fine playing the role of playoff villain. He made headlines after New York dropped Game 2 of its AL Division Series to the Royals when he said they "just got lucky." And the sellout crowd of 40,312 that greeted him in Kansas City for Game 3 made sure to remind him of it, booing him lustily every time he touched the ball or stepped to the plate. The Yankees won 3-2 behind an eighth-inning homer by Giancarlo Stanton and a masterful performance by their bullpen. They will try to clinch the series on Thursday night.
Giancarlo Stanton hits go-ahead homer in the eighth, Yankees beat Royals 3-2 in Game 3 of the ALDS
Dave Skretta, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 9:10 p.m. | Save Story
Giancarlo Stanton hit a go-ahead homer in the eighth inning, and the New York Yankees beat the Kansas City Royals 3-2 in Game 3 of their AL Division Series at Kauffman Stadium. The Yankees will send six-time All-Star Gerrit Cole to the mound Thursday night with a chance to advance to the American League Championship Series. Stanton had three hits, drove in two runs and stole a base for the first time in four years for the Yankees, who won despite another tough night for MVP front-runner Aaron Judge. Kyle Isbel and Michael Massey drove in the runs for Kansas City, which was hosting a playoff game for the first time since Game 2 of the 2015 World Series.
Pending free agent Pete Alonso extending his Mets tenure with every postseason homer
Mike Fitzpatrick, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 9:06 p.m. | Save Story
to keep playing for the New York Mets. Poised to become an attractive free agent next month, the big slugger is an enormous reason the wild-card Mets are still marching along this October. With three home runs in a span of four playoff games, Alonso has helped New York reach the National League Championship Series. He says the playoffs bring pressure, but this is the most fun he's ever had playing baseball.
Chris Paul makes exhibition debut with the Spurs, sets up Wembanyama for dunk with 1st assist
The Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 8:50 p.m. | Save Story
Chris Paul and Victor Wembanyama seem to already be clicking. Paul made his preseason debut with San Antonio on Wednesday night, getting a loud ovation from his new home crowd when he was the final player announced as part of the Spurs' starting lineup. Paul's first assist in his new uniform was an alley-oop lob that set Wembanyama up for a dunk late in the first quarter. Paul finished with five points and three assists, two of them to Wembanyama, in 23 minutes.
Sam Montembeault makes 48 saves, Canadiens beat Maple Leafs 1-0 in season opener
The Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 8:45 p.m. | Save Story
Sam Montembeault made 48 saves, Cole Caufield scored on a first-period power play and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 1-0 on Wednesday night in the season opener for both teams. Caufield scored at 7:48 of the opening period, finishing off a tic-tac-toe play with Juraj Slafkovsky and Kirby Dach. The Canadiens were 1 for 5 on the power play after going 0 for 30 in the preseason. Anthony Stolarz made 26 saves for Toronto after expected starter Joseph Woll was held out of the lineup. Coach Craig Berube said Woll had "lower-body tightness."
One pitch wipes out summer of success, and Phillies fall short for 16th straight season
Ronald Blum, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 8:38 p.m. | Save Story
The World Series title drought for the Philadelphia Phillies has stretched to 16 years. And in each of the last three seasons, Bryce Harper & Co. keep getting knocked out further from the trophy. Francisco Lindor's sixth-inning grand slam off Carlos Estévez lifted the New York Mets to a 4-1 win and a four-game NL Division Series victory. The Phillies finished the regular season 95-67 to win the NL East for the first time since 2011, but the postseason lasted less than a week.
MLB Postseason Glance
The Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 8:17 p.m. | Save Story
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Shesterkin stops 29 shots as Rangers open season by drilling Sidney Crosby and the Penguins 6-0
The Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 8:17 p.m. | Save Story
Igor Shesterkin stopped 29 shots and the New York Rangers opened the season with a 6-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Chris Kreider scored twice for the reigning Metropolitan Division champions. Sam Carrick, Alexis Lafreniere, Filip Chytil and Vincent Trocheck also scored for New York, which dominated Pittsburgh while beating the Penguins for the fifth time in their last six meetings. Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was held scoreless in his 20th season opener.
Ex-Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo is courted by Australian Supercars series
The Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 7:46 p.m. | Save Story
Daniel Ricciardo's career in Formula 1 might be over, but he has an open invitation from the Australian Supercars chief if he wants to race on the touring car circuit. Eight-time F1 race winner Ricciardo was released by Red Bull Racing in late September following a disappointing 2024 campaign, ending a 14-year F1 career. The 35-year-old Ricciardo made a lasting impact on F1 as one of the faces of the sport's boom in the United States driven by Netflix's "Drive To Survive" series. But he has shown no interest in moving to American motorsports. Supercars chief Shane Howard on Thursday said the Australian would be welcome to drive on his home country's biggest racing series.
Freddie Freeman scratched from lineup as Dodgers face elimination from NLDS
The Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 6:44 p.m. | Save Story
All-Star first baseman Freddie Freeman was a late scratch from the Los Angeles Dodgers' lineup for Game 4 of the NL Division Series against San Diego due to a bothersome ankle sprain. Manager Dave Roberts originally had Freeman in the lineup, batting third and playing first. But less than two hours before first pitch, Freeman was replaced at first base by Max Muncy, who was to bat fourth. Kiké Hernández moved from center field to take Muncy's spot at third base while Chris Taylor played center field. The Padres have a 2-1 lead in the best-of-five series.
AP Source: Michael Pittman Jr.'s back injury adds new concern to Colts growing injury list
Michael Marot, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 6:40 p.m. | Save Story
The Indianapolis Colts began Week 6 in another holding pattern. Starting quarterback Anthony Richardson did limited work at Wednesday's practice and 2021 NFL rushing champion Jonathan Taylor sat out. Then the found out top receiver Michael Pittman Jr. also has a back injury, according to a person with knowledge of the injury. The person asked for anonymity because the team has not made details of the injury public. That means the Colts could be without their starting quarterback, their best running back and their top receiver for Sunday's key AFC South game at Tennessee.
Raiders return to Aidan O'Connell as starting QB against the Steelers, benching Gardner Minshew
Mark Anderson, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 6:05 p.m. | Save Story
Antonio Pierce's first major act after becoming the Las Vegas Raiders' interim coach midway through last season was naming then-rookie Aidan O'Connell the starting quarterback. Pierce is now the full-time Las Vegas coach. He is turning again to O'Connell as the Raiders reach a critical part of their season and is benching Gardner Minshew with the Pittsburgh Steelers visiting on Sunday. O'Connell went 5-4 after he became the starter last season.
5 former employees sue the San Diego Wave and the National Women's Soccer League
The Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 6:04 p.m. | Save Story
Five former employees of the San Diego Wave have filed a lawsuit in San Diego Superior Court accusing the women's soccer club of discrimination, harassment and wrongful termination, among other allegations. The lawsuit stems partly from claims made earlier this year on social media by former Wave video and creative manager Brittany Alvarado. She was joined by four other plaintiffs in the lawsuit. The NWSL and the Wave declined to comment on the lawsuit, citing the ongoing legal proceedings.
Displaced Buccaneers appreciate having families and pets out of the path of Hurricane Milton
Fred Goodall, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 5:56 p.m. | Save Story
five days before Sunday's game against the NFC South rival Saints. They practiced Wednesday at Tulane Stadium, trying as much as possible to replicate the usual schedule they have would have followed in Tampa. But instead of driving home from the team's regular training facility, players and coaches boarded buses to return to hotel rooms being shared with family members and pets who evacuated with the team.
Cleveland shut out by Detroit for 2nd straight game in AL Division Series
Larry Lage, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 5:54 p.m. | Save Story
The Cleveland Guardians knew what was coming in Game 3, and it didn't matter. The pitching plans for the Detroit Tigers are working quite well at the moment. Detroit sent six pitchers to the mound while shutting out Cleveland for the second straight game, winning 3-0 to take a 2-1 lead in their AL Division Series. Cleveland has a chance to send the ALDS back home with a win on Thursday night. Vogt said Tanner Bibee will start Game 4 for the AL Central champions. The Tigers are looking to advance to the American League Championship Series for the first time since 2013.
Spencer Rattler set to start at QB for the Saints against the Buccaneers
Brett Martel, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 5:43 p.m. | Save Story
New Orleans Saints rookie quarterback Spencer Rattler is scheduled to take his first regular-season NFL snaps on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Saints coach Dennis Allen discussed Rattler's promotion after confirming that usual starter Derek Carr will miss at least one game because of a left oblique injury. Carr was hurt in New Orleans' loss on Monday night in Kansas City. Second-year pro Jake Haener served as Carr's backup against the Chiefs and entered the game in the fourth quarter. But Allen says after thorough discussion with his staff, he decided it was time to give Rattler a chance to make his debut as New Orleans tries to end a three-game losing streak.
Tigers blank Guardians 3-0 in ALDS with clutch hitting and strong pitching, taking 2-1 series lead
Larry Lage, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 5:31 p.m. | Save Story
Riley Greene and Spencer Torkelson each drove in a run, and six pitchers combined to lift the Detroit Tigers to a 3-0 win over Cleveland Guardians and a 2-1 lead in their AL Division Series. The Tigers, baseball's hottest team the past two months, will have their first chance to advance to the American League Championship Series since 2013 on Thursday night in Game 4 at Comerica Park. Cleveland has gone 20 straight innings without scoring since opening the series with a five-run first and a two-run sixth in its 7-0 win.
Josh Allen shouldering the blame for Buffalo's offensive struggles following 2 losses
John Wawrow, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 5:15 p.m. | Save Story
Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox says it's unfair for Josh Allen to shoulder the blame for the team's offensive struggles following two straight losses. Knox says there's plenty of blame to go around. An efficient offense that helped Buffalo put together a 3-0 start has suddenly veered into a rut. First-half and first-down production is down. And Allen is having trouble completing passes to a new-look group of receivers. Things don't get easier, with Buffalo preparing to face the New York Jets on Monday night. The Jets have limited the Bills to 20 or fewer points three times in splitting the past four meetings.
Abdul Salaam, a member of the Jets' 'New York Sack Exchange' in the 1980s, dies at 71
Dennis Waszak Jr., Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 5:14 p.m. | Save Story
Abdul Salaam, a member of the Jets' famed "New York Sack Exchange" in the 1980s, has died. He was 71. The team announced Salaam's death Wednesday. ESPN reported the former defensive lineman died Tuesday after battling multiple health issues, according to his widow Debbie. Salaam was known as Larry Faulk when he was drafted by the Jets in the seventh round in 1976 out of Kent State. He converted to Islam the following year and changed his name which means "soldier of peace." Salaam joined future Pro Football Hall of Famer Joe Klecko, the sack dancing Mark Gastineau and the gritty Marty Lyons to form the Jets' formidable defensive line that wreaked havoc on opposing offenses.
Will Levis practices as the Titans hope QB plays against the visiting Colts
Teresa M. Walker, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 5:07 p.m. | Save Story
Will Levis returned to practice Wednesday, testing his recovery from a sprained right shoulder as the Tennessee Titans target the second-year quarterback's return in time for Sunday's home game against the Indianapolis Colts. Levis said he feels good but will need to see how he progresses through the week. Levis hurt his throwing shoulder trying to stretch the ball out for a first down in Miami. Mason Rudolph replaced Levis as the Titans beat the Dolphins for coach Brian Callahan's first win. Levis flexed his left shoulder showing the bump around his left AC joint and said this injury isn't as bad as that was.
ACC's additions of Cal, Stanford create test for coast-to-coast basketball scheduling plans
Aaron Beard, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 4:58 p.m. | Save Story
The Atlantic Coast Conference's additions of California and Stanford have created a new challenge for men's and women's basketball teams playing a coast-to-coast league slate. The Bears and Cardinal are joining the ACC this year along with SMU to push the league to 18 basketball members. The ACC adopted a model for the California-based teams to play two games on their trips east. The same would apply for teams from the league's traditional eastern footprint when they visit the Cardinal and the Bears. The ACC men's basketball schedule is 20 games, while the women's is 18.
Panathinaikos defender Baldock found dead in his Athens home
The Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 4:58 p.m. | Save Story
Panathinaikos defender George Baldock, a former Greece international who also played for Sheffield United for seven seasons, has been found dead in his Athens home, Greek media reported. He was 31. State-run ERT television said Baldock was found in his swimming pool in the southern suburb of Glyfada. The cause of death was not immediately clear. Baldock joined Panathinaikos in May, on a three-year contract.
Pro Picks: Only 3 home teams are favorites in Week 6
Rob Maaddi, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 4:51 p.m. | Save Story
A whopping 10 road teams are favorites in Week 6. That includes three teams with losing records and two who are winless away from home. Overall, home field hasn't been much of an advantage this season. Road teams are 35-37, excluding two international games. Only Philadelphia, Green Bay and Baltimore are home favorites. Road or away, Pro Picks likes 12 of 14 favorites this week. The schedule kicks off with San Francisco visiting Seattle on Thursday night and Jacksonville takes on Chicago early Sunday morning in London.
Giants rookie WR Nabers still in concussion protocol while OLB Thibodeaux has wrist surgery
Tom Canavan, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 4:48 p.m. | Save Story
New York Giants edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux has had wrist surgery and will be week to week, coach Brian Daboll said Wednesday. Thibodeaux played in Sunday's 29-20 win over the Seahawks in Seattle. Daboll did not say when the injury happened but he said "not anymore" when asked if it required surgery. Rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers remains in the concussion protocol, but the sixth overall pick in the draft is making progress. He was on the field when the team was stretching and then went to another field and worked with a trainer when the team went through individual drills.
Doubs returns to practice as Packers say they're moving past his 1-game suspension
Steve Megargee, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 4:38 p.m. | Save Story
Green Bay Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs returned to practice after serving a one-game suspension handed down by the team. Doubs' teammates expressed confidence the issue won't cause any lingering distractions. Doubs totaled 10 catches for 234 yards and one touchdown in Green Bay's two playoff games last year. He caught 59 passes for 674 yards and eight touchdowns last year. But he has 12 receptions for 169 yards and no touchdowns this season.
Dodgers turn to Brasier to start NLDS Game 4 vs Padres as they try to stave off elimination
Bernie Wilson, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 4:30 p.m. | Save Story
The Los Angeles Dodgers are going with reliever Ryan Brasier as their starter for Game 4 against the San Diego Padres as they try to avoid elimination in their NL Division Series. Manager Dave Roberts said a day earlier that the Dodgers would go with a bullpen game. Brasier was announced as the starter about four hours before the first pitch of Game 4 at Petco Park. The right-hander pitched in relief in Games 1 and 2 at Dodger Stadium, earning the win in a 7-5 victory in the series opener. The Padres are turning to right-hander Dylan Cease to start on short rest.
Injuries along the offensive line haven't derailed the Broncos' rebound from an 0-2 start
Arnie Stapleton, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 4:29 p.m. | Save Story
The Denver Broncos could be down to their backup center and their third-string right tackle when they host the league's best defensive team Sunday in the Los Angeles Chargers. The Broncos' offensive line was intact last year for all but the season finale. They haven't been so fortunate this year. Right tackle Mike McGlinchey is on IR with a knee injury and his replacement Alex Palczewski got injured last weekend along with starting center Luke Wattenberg.
A 4-1 start has created long-starved hope and optimism around the Washington Commanders
Stephen Whyno, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 4:13 p.m. | Save Story
There's reason for hope around the Washington Commanders for the first time since the team has had this name. Players who have endured years of losing and fans who have seen decades of bad football sense something different this time around. Washington is 4-1 for the first time since 2008. And in rookie Jayden Daniels, the Commanders seem to have found their long-awaited answer at quarterback. Their game this weekend at the Baltimore Ravens is a litmus test but far from a must-win early in a season that holds so much promise.
John Harbaugh says the Ravens need to improve their pass defense to reach their goals this season
Todd Karpovich, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 4:11 p.m. | Save Story
Baltimore coach John Harbaugh thinks the Ravens need to do a better job with their pass defense to win the AFC North for a second consecutive season and make a meaningful playoff run. The Ravens are ranked 31st out of 32 NFL teams against the pass going into their game against the Washington Commanders. They allowed Cincinnati's Joe Burrow to throw for 392 yards and five touchdowns last weekend. Baltimore has hired veteran assistant Dean Pees as a senior adviser on defensive coordinator Zach Orr's staff.
Bears appreciate 'bossy' QB Caleb Williams and get acclimated to London
Ken Maguire, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 3:56 p.m. | Save Story
Bears wide receiver DJ Moore says rookie quarterback Caleb Williams has been "bossy" lately. Seems to be working. The Bears are in London to face the Jacksonville Jaguars after back-to-back wins in which Williams began to show why he was the No. 1 pick in the draft. Williams threw two touchdown passes to Moore in Chicago's 36-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers. That followed a 24-18 win over the Los Angeles Rams. Moore says "that's him being a leader." The Bears face the Jaguars on Sunday at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Deshaun Watson under siege as QB's dismal play leads to criticism, calls for benching
Tom Withers, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 3:44 p.m. | Save Story
Deshaun Watson has been dealing with criticism for his poor play through five weeks. His performance in Sunday's loss at Washington led to coach Kevin Stefanski being asked if he'll bench the team's $230 million QB. Stefanski is sticking with Watson, who has yet to throw for 200 yards in a game this season and has been sacked a league-leading 26 times. Watson knows he needs to play better and said his confidence has not been shaken. The Browns play at Philadelphia on Sunday.
Napheesa Collier, the unassuming and unflappable superstar, has led the Lynx back to the WNBA Finals
Dave Campbell, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 3:44 p.m. | Save Story
The Minnesota Lynx are back in the WNBA Finals for the first time in seven years behind their unassuming and unflappable superstar Napheesa Collier. She had 27 points on 10-for-16 shooting, 11 rebounds, four assists, four blocks and one steal in a vintage performance in the Game 5 win over Connecticut in the semifinals. Collier was fifth in the league in scoring and third in rebounding this season. She also won the WNBA Defensive Player of the Year award. The Lynx have raved about her consistency and humility. Collier and the Lynx face the New York Liberty in the finals.
Tumpane replaces Drake on umpire crew for Phillies-Mets Division Series
The Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 3:38 p.m. | Save Story
John Tumpane has replaced Rob Drake on the umpire crew for Game 4 of the NL Division Series between the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies. Drake worked right field in the opener and left field in Game 2. He was at third base on Tuesday night and left mid-game because of a non-emergency medical issue. Tumpane had been assigned to the Division Series as a replay umpire at Major League Baseball's office.
Georgia's Smart suspends Young 1 day after arrest on assault on unborn child, battery charges
Charles Odum, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 3:22 p.m. | Save Story
Georgia coach Kirby Smart has suspended wide receiver Colbie Young for an indefinite period of time. The suspension was announced one day after Young's arrest on two battery charges and one charge of assault on an unborn child. The arrest followed an altercation with a 20-year-old woman who told Athens-Clarke County police she is Young's ex-girlfriend. Smart said he met with Young on Wednesday morning. Young is not expected to be available when No. 5 Georgia plays Mississippi State on Saturday. Young had three catches for a team-leading 51 yards in last week's 31-13 win over Auburn.
Man City stuns title holder Barcelona in Women's Champions League. Bayern's Harder downs Arsenal
Graham Dunbar, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 3:21 p.m. | Save Story
Title holder Barcelona was beaten 2-0 by Manchester City to start the Women's Champions League with a rare loss in the group stage. Man City outplayed the two-time defending champion early and took a 36th-minute lead through Naomi Layzell. Barcelona rallied strongly but Bunny Shaw sealed the win in the 77th. Pernille Harder's 13-minute hat trick lifted Bayern Munich to a 5-2 win over Arsenal. A back-and-forth game that both teams had led was poised at 2-2 in the 73th before the veteran Denmark forward struck. Also Tuesday, Hammarby beat St. Pölten 2-0 and Juventus won 1-0 at Vålerenga.
2 teams suing NASCAR ask court to recognize them as chartered while antitrust case proceeds
Jenna Fryer, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 3:17 p.m. | Save Story
The two teams suing NASCAR have asked for a court order to compete under the 2025 charter agreement as their antitrust case moves through federal court. 23XI Racing is owned by Michael Jordan, veteran driver Denny Hamlin and Curtis Polk. Front Row Motorsports is owned by Bob Jenkins. The teams sued NASCAR and chairman Jim France last week, accusing NASCAR of being "monopolistic bullies" in the new charter system that they refused to sign.
Seahawks look to snap skid against rival 49ers
The Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 3:16 p.m. | Save Story
The San Francisco 49ers have won five consecutive matchups against the Seattle Seahawks going back to 2021, the longest 49ers win streak in series history. QB Geno Smith has been the biggest offensive bright spot for the Seahawks so far this season, with a league-high 1,466 passing yards and five passing touchdowns.
Next Met Gala chairs: Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky and LeBron James
Jocelyn Noveck, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 3:15 p.m. | Save Story
The theme of the next Met Gala and its celebrity chairs have been announced: Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, A$AP Rocky and LeBron James will help the museum celebrate Black style in menswear over the centuries. Williams and Hamilton were on hand Wednesday to help museum officials announce "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," the exhibit that will be launched by the Met Gala on May 5. Also present was Vogue editor Anna Wintour, who oversees the gala and will also serve as co-chair. James will serve as honorary chair. It's the first Met fashion exhibit in over 20 years to focus exclusively on menswear.
Houston utility player Dubón has surgery to repair thumb ligament
The Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Houston utility player Mauricio Dubón had surgery to repair a ligament in his left thumb Wednesday. General manager Dana Brown made the announcement about the procedure to repair the ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb. The team said he played through the injury after sustaining it in early September and that he should be healthy for the start of spring training.
Sky officials are light on details in discussing their decision to fire Weatherspoon after 1 year
Andrew Seligman, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 2:25 p.m. | Save Story
Chicago Sky officials were light on specifics when discussing their decision to fire former coach Teresa Weatherspoon after one season. They say there was no particular catalyst and that it was simply time to move on from the Naismith Hall of Famer. General manager Jeff Pagliocca says the Sky "just felt it was time to make a change." The Sky fired Weatherspoon two weeks ago after finishing with a 13-27 record and missing the playoffs for the first time since 2018 despite getting significant contributions from rookie post players Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso. The next coach will be the team's fourth since the Sky won the WNBA championship in 2021.
Harry Kane set to miss England's game against Greece in Nations League because of minor injury
The Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 2:23 p.m. | Save Story
England captain Harry Kane is set to miss the team's game against Greece in the Nations League on Thursday because of an injury. The striker joined up for England duty on Monday nursing an apparent leg injury, having been substituted in the second half of Bayern Munich's 3-3 draw with Eintracht Frankfurt a day earlier. Interim England coach Lee Carsley says "we won't take a chance" with Kane against Greece because he has a "small knock." John Stones will take over as captain. Carsley later said Kane hasn't been ruled out of the game but definitely will not be starting. Carsley says it's hoped the striker will be in contention for Sunday's game away to Finland.
Sports betting: Prop bets have been in demand as the NFL season rolls along
Ryan Hannable Of Betmgm Sportsbook, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 2:21 p.m. | Save Story
Prop bets have been in demand as the NFL season rolls along. One popular prop bet option is anytime touchdown scorer, meaning if that player scores a touchdown at any time, the bet wins. The top running backs for this week include Kenneth Walker III of the Seattle Seahawks, Bijan Robinson of the Atlanta Falcons and David Montgomery of the Detroit Lions. The top wide receivers on the list include Deebo Samuel of the San Francisco 49ers, Zay Flowers of the Baltimore Ravens and DJ Moore of the Chicago Bears.
NFL leading receiver Nico Collins to miss at least 4 games after Texans place him on injured reserve
Kristie Rieken, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 2:20 p.m. | Save Story
Nico Collins, the NFL's leading receiver, will miss at least four games after the Houston Texans placed him on injured reserve with a hamstring injury Wednesday. Collins left Houston's 23-20 victory over the Bills on Sunday after scoring on a 67-yard reception late in the first quarter. Coach DeMeco Ryans said Monday that he considered Collins week to week with the injury before the Texans made the move to shut him down for a month Wednesday.
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Chicago Bears stay focused on city's lakefront for new stadium, team president says
Ken Maguire, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 1:59 p.m. | Save Story
The Chicago Bears remain focused on the city's lakefront as the location for a nearly $5 billion stadium development project. Team president Kevin Warren spoke at a news conference at the team's hotel outside London ahead of Chicago's game on Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. He says the Museum Campus "remains our focus at this point in time." A proposal unveiled earlier this year calls for an enclosed stadium next door to their current home at Soldier Field as part of a major project that would transform the lakefront. The Bears are asking for public funding to help make it happen.
Mavs guard Dante Exum has wrist surgery as team offers no timeline for return
The Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 1:47 p.m. | Save Story
Dallas Mavericks guard Dante Exum has had surgery on his injured right wrist, and the team isn't saying how long he will be sidelined. The injury to Exum came during training camp in Las Vegas. Star guard Luka Doncic injured his calf in a workout before the team left for Nevada. Exum is entering his second season with the Mavericks. His absence will hurt the team's depth at guard. Dallas added Klay Thompson to the backcourt in the offseason. The Mavs open the season Oct. 24 at home against San Antonio.
QB struggles and injuries prove to be a tough obstacle for FSU, UNC and NC State
Aaron Beard, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 1:39 p.m. | Save Story
Quarterback troubles are contributing to struggles at Florida State, N.C. State and North Carolina through the first half of the season. All three teams added transfer passers. The preseason ACC favorite Seminoles have just one win while getting inconsistent play from former Clemson and Oregon State QB DJ Uiagalelei. Injuries have been the culprit for the Wolfpack and Tar Heels. N.C. State twice has seen Coastal Carolina transfer Grayson McCall knocked from games amid concussion concerns. UNC lost opening-night starter Max Johnson to a season-ending injury and has started three quarterbacks this season.
Campbell's rallying cry about no outright titles in 133 years inspires unbeaten and No. 11 Cyclones
Eric Olson, Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 1:22 p.m. | Save Story
Iowa State football players get a short history lesson almost every day from Matt Campbell. He will say or shout at practice that the 11th-ranked Cyclones have never won an outright major conference championship in the program's 133 years. Senior Jaylin Noel said the reminder inspires him and his teammates to ask why they shouldn't be the first to do it. The Cyclones have won their first five games for the first time since 1980, and a win Saturday at West Virginia would make them 6-0 for the first time since 1938.
Drake Maye gets nod to start at QB as Patriots try to snap four-game losing streak
Jimmy Golen, Associated Press | Posted Oct. 9 - 1:16 p.m. | Save Story
The Patriots are going with Drake Maye as the starter for Sunday's game against the Houston Texans. Coach Jerod Mayo confirmed the decision Wednesday. Mayo said he hopes the rookie out of North Carolina can help the team win now. New England has lost four in a row and is tied for the worst record in the NFL.
Rodgers says allegations that he played a role in Saleh's firing as Jets coach are 'patently false'
Dennis Waszak Jr., Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 1:12 p.m. | Save Story
Aaron Rodgers insisted he played no role in the firing of Robert Saleh as the New York Jets coach and called such allegations "patently false." The star quarterback made his weekly appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show" on Wednesday, a day after Jets owner Woody Johnson fired Saleh after the team got off to a 2-3 start in the coach's fourth season. There was speculation by some media and fans that Rodgers might have had a hand in influencing Johnson, who said during a conference call Tuesday the decision was "my decision and my decision alone." Defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich will be the Jets' interim head coach the rest of the season.
Investing in Utah rugby: Warriors sign 5 homegrown talents to pro deals
Sean Walker, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 9 - 1:03 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Warriors announced the signing of six local standouts from their own backyard Wednesday, adding to the state's professional rugby outfit after the weekend's Pro-ID camp in Salt Lake City.
SoFi Stadium will host the CONCACAF Nations League final four in 2025 and 2027
The Associated Press | Updated Oct. 9 - 12:56 p.m. | Save Story
The semifinals and final of the 2025 and 2027 CONCACAF Nations League will be played at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. Next year's event will take place from March 20-23. Opened in 2016, SoFi Stadium is scheduled to host eight matches during the 2026 World Cup. It was the site of the 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup final The Nations League final four was held in Denver in 2021, Las Vegas in 2023 and Arlington, Texas, this year. The United States won the first three editions of the event.
