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NFL legend Mike Ditka dies at 86 — 1dMike Ditka, who led the 15-1 Bears to a 46-10 Super Bowl XX win and was the first tight end in the Hall of Fame, died at 86 on October 9, 2026.

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Disney+ to Stream ESPN’s First Super Bowl Production — 3dESPN’s first Super Bowl production streams on Disney+ on Feb. 14, 2027, in English and Spanish, reaching more than 55 international markets.

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Chargers Place Pro Bowl Tackle Slater on IR — 1dChargers placed Rashawn Slater on IR Friday after high-ankle surgery; he misses at least four games, earliest return Nov. 16 at Baltimore.

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Buccaneers Fall to 0-4, Bowles Faces Job Pressure — 6dThe Buccaneers fell to 0-4 with a 17-14 loss to the Packers, extending Tampa Bay’s struggles with turnovers, penalties and a sputtering offense. The skid has intensified calls for coach Todd Bowles to be fired, with critics also questioning his decision to pass on a potential 65-yard tying field goal; Bowles has said he must do more and the team needs to correct its mistakes.

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Bananas, Tailgaters Set for Inaugural Banana BowlSports — 6dThe Savannah Bananas and Texas Tailgaters rallied from opening playoff losses, winning their games and decisive Showdowns to reach Banana Ball’s inaugural championship. They will meet in the Banana Bowl on October 10 at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Football Legend Mike Ditka Dies at 86 — 1dMike Ditka, a three-time Super Bowl champion and two-time NFL Coach of the Year, died on Friday, his family announced. He was 86. Before he was known as coach of the 1985 champio… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Bowling Green rallies past Miami 24-20 on late touchdown — Oct 3, 2026Leo Kemp's 2-yard run with seconds left capped a 75-yard drive as Bowling Green beat Miami 24-20 in the MAC opener.

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Rachel Meyers Leo Kemp's two-yard run sealed it nicely for the Falcons. Miami needs to figure out how to hold leads in conference games.

South Florida beats Bowling GreenSports — Sep 27, 2026

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Shanahan Set to Pass Walsh as 49ers Longest-Serving Coach vs Broncos — Oct 2, 2026Kyle Shanahan is set to surpass Bill Walsh as the 49ers’ most tenured head coach, reaching the franchise milestone in his 10th season when San Francisco faces Denver. The matchup carries a family connection: Shanahan’s father, Mike, coached the Broncos to two Super Bowl titles; Kyle has led the 49ers to two Super Bowl appearances but has yet to win a championship.

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JINYA plans 83rd restaurant in GreenvilleLifestyle — 4dJINYA Ramen Bar is opening its second South Carolina location at Greenville’s Magnolia Park Shopping Center, bringing its portfolio to 83 restaurants. The new restaurant centers on customizable ramen made with broths simmered for more than 20 hours, alongside small plates and rice bowls.

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Missing Kentucky Teen Found Safe in IdahoWorld — 4dA missing 16-year-old from Bowling Green, Kentucky, was found safe in Idaho with a 32-year-old truck driver, who was taken into custody; the girl has since reunited with her family. The FBI said the recovery was part of a broader operation that located or identified more than 1,400 child victims.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Commanders hand Super Bowl champs first loss, 33-31 — Sep 27, 2026Commanders upset Super Bowl champion Seahawks 33-31 as Mariota threw three TDs and Medrano returned a pick 50 yards for a late score.

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Elena Vasquez That 50-yard pick return by Medrano turned the whole game around in the final minutes.

Lane Johnson Retirement Draws Backlash Over ESPN Remarks — 4dPhiladelphia Eagles tackle Lane Johnson announced his retirement midway through his 14th NFL season, saying he needs to prioritize his mental health and family. A five-time All-Pro and two-time Super Bowl champion, Johnson spent his entire career with Philadelphia and is regarded as one of the greatest players at his position.

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Communities plan fundraisers supporting farms, food accessLifestyle — 4dCommunities in Missouri, Louisiana and Ontario are hosting food-centered fundraisers this fall, including farm-to-table dinners benefiting local organizations and Baton Roots’ community farm, plus Stratford’s Empty Bowls event supporting people facing food insecurity. The events pair local food and entertainment with fundraising for community programs.

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Falcons Pro Bowler Jeff Van Note Dies at 80 — Oct 2, 2026Six-time Pro Bowl Falcons center Jeff Van Note, who played all 18 NFL seasons in Atlanta, died at 80; the team announced it October 2, 2026, with no cause given.

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Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

Cowboys set to face 0-4 Buccaneers Thursday — 4dThe Cowboys enter Thursday’s matchup with Tampa Bay riding a high-powered offense, while the winless Buccaneers are without Baker Mayfield and will start rookie Jalon Daniels. Though Dallas is favored, Tampa’s close losses and running back Bucky Irving’s production make the struggling team a threat the Cowboys shouldn’t overlook; another defeat could intensify pressure on coach Todd Bowles.

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Steelers Add Murphy-Bunting, Place Harmon on IR — 5dThe Pittsburgh Steelers signed veteran cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting off the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ practice squad to reinforce a depleted secondary after trading Joey Porter Jr. and with Jamel Dean sidelined by an ankle injury. The Super Bowl LV champion brings 65 career starts, though he is returning after missing the 2025 season with a torn ACL.

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Undefeated 49ers Go Sack-Free Through Four Games — 6dThe 49ers improved to 4-0 with a 24-14 win over Denver, powered by veteran playmakers and a second-half surge. San Francisco also became the first team since the 2005 Colts to allow no sacks through its first four games, though another report cautions that the 49ers’ own pass rush remains a concern for their Super Bowl hopes.

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How to use chopsticksLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For first-time users facing rice bowls or noodles who want a steady pinch that lifts food cleanly.

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Priya Raman The steady pinch trick finally let me lift rice without it scattering everywhere.

Mayfield Dislocates Thumb in Buccaneers' Loss — Sep 27, 2026Baker Mayfield dislocated his right thumb on fourth-and-13 in the Bucs' 23-16 loss; Bowles confirmed, MRI Monday, "likely to miss time."

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Elena Vasquez Daniels coming in cold probably sealed the loss, though Mayfield needs to hang onto the ball instead of forcing throws under pressure.

Theater Scene Spans Galas, Ghost Films, Musical RunsEntertainment — Oct 4, 2026Santa Barbara’s Legends Gala honored Bo Derek, Meryl and Chuck Zegar, and the Santa Barbara Bowl for their contributions to local arts and culture. Other theater news includes documentaries exploring haunted West End and Broadway venues, a theatrical cinema presentation of Doctor Who’s “The Satan Pit,” and Sutter Street Theatre’s 16th season of Evil Dead The Musical.

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Iowa State routs Bowling Green 55-7 — Sep 19, 2026Iowa State beat Bowling Green 55-7 as Aiden Flora posted 194 rush yards and 296 all-purpose yards and Cameron Pettaway added a school-record 100-yard kickoff return TD.

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Chris Dalton Iowa State put up a clinic on offense, Flora's all-purpose yards and that kickoff return sealed it early.

Eagles Sign Former Pro Bowl Cornerback Kenny Moore — Sep 22, 2026The Philadelphia Eagles are signing Kenny Moore II to their practice squad on a one-year deal worth up to $3 million, adding a former Pro Bowl cornerback with extensive Colts tenure to bolster the secondary. The 31-year-old nickel specialist is known for his coverage, run support, and versatility in Vic Fangio's system, giving Philadelphia veteran depth as it pursues another championship run.

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Jared Kim This adds useful depth for the secondary but probably won't change their playoff odds much.

Iowa State Singletary Taken Off Field on Backboard — Sep 19, 2026Iowa State CB Jaheim Singletary was carted off on a backboard after colliding with teammate Willie Breland III on Bowling Green's 59-yard TD and taken to Mary Greeley Medical Center.

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Marcus Bell Iowa State secondary is already thin so this injury could hurt them down the line.