Somethings wrong with the Patriots. The challenge at this point is identifying the root cause of it.
On Wednesday, coach Mike Vrabel was asked about a report that there are issues between him and qu… [+1479 chars]

Vrabel said he took the Patriots job because of Maye.

NBCSports.com

Mike Vrabel downplays report of issues between him and Drake Maye - NBC Sports

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AUSTIN, Texas -- University of Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte apologized for the top-ranked Longhorns' vulgar on-field celebrations during their win over Tennessee… [+2559 chars]

Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte apologized for the top-ranked Longhorns' vulgar on-field celebrations during their win over Tennessee and called them "embarrassing" for the school.

ESPN

Texas AD calls Longhorns' vulgar celebrations 'embarrassing' - ESPN

For the first time since 2020, a Washington player has earned NFC defensive player of the week.
Commanders linebacker Sonny Styles earned the honor for his performance in the clubs victory over the … [+410 chars]

For the first time since 2020, a Washington player has earned NFC defensive player of the week.

Sonny Styles wins first NFC defensive player of the week award - NBC Sports

GREEN BAY, Wis. -- Green Bay Packers receiver Jayden Reed will be placed on injured reserve, and his season is over because of the neck injury he sustained in Week 2, coach Matt LaFleur confirmed Wed… [+2162 chars]

Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed will undergo season-ending neck surgery and be placed on injured reserve, coach Matt LaFleur said Wednesday.

Packers WR Jayden Reed to undergo season-ending neck surgery - ESPN

Creating realistic fantasy football trade offers that lead to a deal being accepted is always challenging. Justin Boone's rest-of-season trade value charts can help with that process by serving as a … [+6598 chars]

Fantasy football analyst Justin Boone reveals his running back trade values.

Yahoo Entertainment

2026 Trade Value Charts — Justin Boone's fantasy football running back breakdown for Week 4 - Yahoo Sports

Heading into Week 4, there are five winless teams in the NFL. The Miami Dolphins are one of them. However, it's hard to blame the Dolphins for their 0-3 record, and that's mostly because they've had … [+3490 chars]

The Dolphins have an NFL-high strength of schedule of 1.000, and their Week 4 opponent is undefeated, too

CBS Sports

One NFL team is facing a nightmare early schedule not seen in the last 40 seasons - CBS Sports

The Carolina Panthers will be without their starting cornerback duo for at least the next four games as they placed Jaycee Horn (quad) and Mike Jackson (groin) on injured reserve Wednesday after both… [+2840 chars]

The Panthers have placed starting cornerbacks Jaycee Horn (quad) and Mike Jackson (groin) on injured reserve after both were injured in the Week 3 loss to the Browns.

Panthers CBs Jaycee Horn, Mike Jackson placed on IR - ESPN

I've made a case in the past that it seems a bit unfair that you play 162 games only to have one postseason series given to you, and it's a best-of-three. I feel like there should be a minimum of fiv… [+3402 chars]

Sean Burke and Hunter Brown face off as the Chicago White Sox look to eliminate the Houston Astros and close out the best-of-three playoff series.

Fox News

White Sox look to close out Houston Astros in two games after dominant playoff opener - foxnews.com

HERTFORDSHIRE, England -- Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn said he needs to see more from quarterback Jayden Daniels before deciding whether he can play Sunday against the Colts. But it helps th… [+2938 chars]

Jayden Daniels returned to practice in a limited capacity, but his status for games remains up in the air.

Commanders' Jayden Daniels limited at practice, status up in air - ESPN

The MLB Playoffs are in full swing. Here's how to watch today's Wild Card Series games live with the right streaming subscription or free trial.

PCMag.com

How to Watch the Philadelphia Phillies vs. Atlanta Braves MLB Wild Card Game (Even for Free) - PCMag

The eye test says the line is a disaster. I wanted to know how rare this start actually is, and what happened to recent teams that opened a season the same way.
 Using nflverse play-by-play data (an… [+4443 chars]

The Packers have given themselves a lot to fix.

Acme Packing Company

Green Bay Packers News: Packers trying to dig out of a hole - Acme Packing Company

Novak Djokovic maintained his remarkable unbeaten record at the China Open as he beat Nuno Borges to secure his first win since reaching the Wimbledon semi-finals in July.
The 39-year-old former wor… [+1136 chars]

Novak Djokovic beats Nuno Borges at the China Open to secure his first win since reaching the Wimbledon semi-finals in July.

BBC News

Djokovic wins first match since Wimbledon in China - BBC

To begin my scouting of the Detroit Lions next opponent, I like to watch their most recent game played. For the Carolina Panthers, that means checking in on their 21-18 loss to the Cleveland Browns i… [+5729 chars]

5 lessons we learned about Lions vs. Panthers from Carolina’s loss to the Cleveland Browns.

Prideofdetroit.com

5 Lions vs. Panthers thoughts after watching Carolina’s loss to Browns - Pride Of Detroit

I cant talk about the Packers offensive line renovations without using hyperbolic language.
You generally want to avoid descriptors like desperate and panicked and last-ditch attempt to save their s… [+3118 chars]

We’re living through unprecedented Packers moves.

The Packers’ offensive line renovation is wild and unprecedented - Acme Packing Company

Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola expressed his support for the club Wednesday after the Premier League found City to be guilty of over 100 charges related to the league's financial rules.… [+1824 chars]

Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola expressed his support for the club Wednesday after the Premier League found City to be guilty of over 100 charges related to the league's financial rules.

Bleacher Report

Pep Guardiola Reacts to Manchester City's Guilty Verdict in Premier League Financial Rules Case - Bleacher Report

Amidst their current injury situation, the San Francisco 49ers looked to bring in more bodies at wide receiver ahead of Week 4. Following a tryout, they signed former second-round pick Dante Pettis t… [+2427 chars]

The San Francisco 49ers still need receiving help. Where should they go? One option could be Jacksonville Jaguars former 1st round wide receiver Brian Thomas.

Niners Nation

Could the 49ers be a trade fit for former 1st round WR? - Niners Nation

It sounds like the Minnesota Vikings won't be looking back fondly at the J.J. McCarthy era after this week's trade with the New York Giants.
The Athletic's Alec Lewis spoke to a team staffer who rev… [+1984 chars]

It sounds like the Minnesota Vikings won't be looking back fondly at the J.J. McCarthy era after this week's trade with the New York Giants.

Vikings Insiders Dish on 'Brutal' J.J. McCarthy Era, 'Eye-Rolls' About 'Nine' Nickname - Bleacher Report

This is the kind of weekend that can fool you, college football fans.
There aren't many ranked matchups on the Week 5 slate, and after a September packed with statement games, the schedule might loo… [+13258 chars]

CBS Sports experts Brad Crawford and Chris Hummer make their final picks for college football's best games of Week 5

College football odds, predictions: Ohio State vs. Iowa, Alabama vs. Mississippi State lead Week 5 - CBS Sports

More help is on the way for Green Bays beleaguered offensive line. 
Veteran Kevin Zeitler is signing with the Packers, ESPNs Adam Schefter reports. 
Zeitler, 36, spent last season with the Titans, … [+398 chars]

More help is on the way for Green Bay's beleaguered offensive line.