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Giants rookie QB Jaxson Dart shrugs off his hamstring injury and says he’ll play vs. the Eagles
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Jaxson Dart has been playing through a hamstring injury since making and winning his first NFL start late last month. He does not plan to let it keep him off the field. The rookie quarterback brushed off any concern about the sore hamstring Tuesday and insisted he’ll play for the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Why NFL field goals are getting longer, and what’s changed this season
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The 50-plus-yard field goals that once were a rarity in the NFL are now as routine as far shorter kicks a generation ago. The range for many kickers now exceeds 60 yards, changing late-game strategy in a major way. The kicking revolution has sparked questions about whether the balls are ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Desperate for defensive help, Ravens sign C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the practice squad
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
OWINGS MILLS, Md. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens signed safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the practice squad Tuesday, two weeks after he was cut by the Houston Texans. Baltimore (1-4) is desperate for help on defense after allowing 177 points through five games. Safety Kyle Hamilton missed last weekend’s loss to the Texans, and the Ravens ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Alex Ovechkin is ready for his 21st season in Washington and his first after turning 40
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — When Alex Ovechkin was asked what he is most looking forward to on opening night this season, his answer was a subtle reminder that the 40-year-old version of the star forward is different than the player who entered the NHL two decades ago. “Warmups,” he said with a grin. “I hope ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jaguars, Broncos and Patriots can’t let down after big statement victories
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
The Jaguars, Broncos and Patriots had statement victories in Week 5. How they follow up will determine if they’re ready to be real contenders. Trevor Lawrence led Jacksonville to an incredible 31-28 comeback victory over Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday night, overcoming a few of his own miscues and saving his ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!McDavid says two-year contract extension shows commitment to winning with Oilers
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
EDMONTON — Connor McDavid says his new two-year, US$25 million contract extension with the Edmonton Oilers reflects his commitment to winning — not chasing top dollar. The deal keeps his salary cap hit unchanged at $12.5 million through the 2027-28 season. McDavid says getting the contract done before the opener avoids any distraction as the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!NFL fines Jerry Jones $250,000 for obscene MetLife gesture he says was inadvertent
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The NFL said Tuesday it has fined Jerry Jones $250,000 for an obscene gesture toward fans at MetLife Stadium that the Dallas owner said was “inadvertent” and intended for fans of the Cowboys, not the New York Jets. The incident came late in Dallas’ 37-22 victory on Sunday. Jones said on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tigers-Mariners ALDS Game 3 delayed by rain
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
DETROIT (AP) — Game 3 of the AL Division Series between the Seattle Mariners and Detroit Tigers has been delayed by rain. Detroit was set to host Seattle with a late-afternoon start Tuesday, but the infield was covered within an hour of the scheduled first pitch. Forecasts called for steady rain through the early evening ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!QB John Mateer could miss No. 6 Oklahoma’s rivalry game vs. Texas with injury
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer might not be healthy in time for Saturday’s rivalry game against Texas in Dallas. Mateer suffered an injury to his right hand — his throwing hand — during Oklahoma’s 24-17 win over Auburn on Sept. 20. He played three quarters with the injury and scored the go-ahead ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Michigan’s Bryce Underwood one of many Big Ten quarterbacks starting in 1st or 2nd year of college
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Bryce Underwood took a shotgun snap, dropped back, stood tall and delivered a 33-yard pass to Donaven McCulley up the sideline with perfect placement to show a flash of his talent in a win over Wisconsin. Three snaps later, Michigan’s quarterback looked like the freshman he is. Underwood rolled left ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Deion Sanders will undergo a procedure related to blood clots, plans to coach Colorado this weekend
By Canadian Press on October 7th, 2025
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Colorado coach Deion Sanders will undergo a procedure later Tuesday that’s related to his blood clots, with the hope of being back at practice the next day and on the sideline this weekend against Iowa State. The surgery is called an aspiration thrombectomy, which involves the left popliteal — located behind ... Read More »
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