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Oregon Coach Dana Altman Retires After 16 Seasons — 11hOregon's Dana Altman retires after 16 seasons and a 382-182 record, announced Oct. 7, 2026, less than three weeks before the Ducks' opener.

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Lightning beat Capitals 3-1 as Carlson faces former team — 4dLightning beat Capitals 3-1 in their home opener as John Carlson faced Washington for the first time after 17 seasons.

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Priya Raman Carlson looked solid in his first game back but the Capitals still could not find enough offense to match Tampa Bay.

Penguins, Canadiens Set for Season Opener — 5dThe Penguins host the Canadiens Saturday after opening with a 7-0 rout of Philadelphia, the largest road shutout in an NHL season opener, while Montreal comes off a 3-2 win over Toronto. Montreal is counting on its strong road play and preparing for Sidney Crosby, whom captain Nick Suzuki called a dream to play alongside at the Olympics.

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Marcus Bell Montreal's road record looks solid after beating Toronto but facing Crosby at home is a different challenge. Suzuki's Olympic comment was nice but the Penguins are the tougher matchup here.

Flyers reportedly sign Bunting to $1.2M deal — 1dThe Philadelphia Flyers signed forward Michael Bunting to a one-year, $1.2 million contract as they seek a spark after opening the season 0-2-2. Bunting had 14 goals and 33 points in 74 games split between Nashville and Dallas last season.

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Braves Even NLDS; White Sox, Rays Take Leads — Sep 30, 2026The Braves face a win-or-go-home Game 3 against the Phillies, opening with left-hander Ray Kerr before turning to Grant Holmes in an effort to contain Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper. Atlanta will also need to generate offense against Aaron Nola to keep its season alive.

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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.

Wisconsin Routes Michigan State 31-3Sports — Sep 28, 2026Wisconsin hosts Michigan State after its upset of Penn State, with the Badgers favored as they look to carry that momentum into their conference opener. The Spartans arrive on a two-game losing streak with season-ending injury to key running back Cam Edwards and mounting offensive problems, including turnovers and sacks, though both teams’ coaches emphasized moving forward and staying focused.

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Seahawks’ Darnold Diagnosed With Glute Injury — Sep 10, 2026Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold suffered a muscle-related hip/glute injury early in the season opener, with no fracture detected and the team holding him out for at least Week 2 as Drew Lock steps in; the timeline for a return ranges from a couple of weeks to potentially Week 3 or later, depending on recovery. Coaches and insiders have indicated the injury is muscular and not catastrophic, keeping Seattle optimistic about Darnold’s eventual return while Lock leads the team in the short term.

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Falcons Rout Packers 35-14 at Lambeau Field — Sep 22, 2026The Green Bay Packers host the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday Night Football at Lambeau, with Green Bay chasing a NFL-record 14th consecutive home-opener win as they aim to extend their early-season momentum behind quarterback Jordan Love. The short week spotlight includes Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. returning from injury and a heavy emphasis on tight game-planning, while fans can tune in via Prime Video and various NFL streaming options.

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Baylor Rules Out DJ Lagway; Bennett to Start — Sep 11, 2026Baylor will start quarterback Nate Bennett against Prairie View A&M after DJ Lagway suffered a left ankle injury in the season opener and is ruled out for Saturday, though not expected to be long-term. Bennett will make his first career start as Baylor aims to maintain the explosive passing game Lagway displayed against Auburn, a performance that featured 333 passing yards and two touchdowns but also turnovers and efficiency concerns.

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Marcus Bell Hope the ankle heals quick since Lagway showed real promise but Bennett deserves a fair shot to prove himself this week.

TCU routs Grambling State 63-7 behind Craig’s four touchdowns — Sep 13, 2026TCU rolled to a 63-7 win over Grambling behind Jaden Craig’s career-high 391 passing yards and four touchdowns as the Frogs rebounded from their season-opening loss; the offense piled up 676 yards while the defense stifled Grambling with a 67-yard pick-six and several stops. The victory featured strong contributions from Kari Ashley, Jeremy Payne, and a balanced attack on the ground, signaling a clear turnaround for TCU entering conference play.

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Maya Lindstrom TCU's offense looked unstoppable with over 670 yards and Craig throwing four touchdowns to get back on track.

Astros top Mets 3-1 as Brown fans season-high 10 in series opener — Aug 28, 2026Hunter Brown struck out 10 over 6 2/3 innings to lift the Astros to a 3-1 win over the Mets at Citi Field, with Daulton Varsho delivering a go-ahead two-run single in the sixth and Yainer Diaz adding an RBI. Houston reinforced its grip on the AL West as they went 3-1 in New York, while Mets starter Christian Scott struggled with control in a pivotal late frame.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

NFL season kicks off Wednesday, raising fresh scheduling questions — Sep 4, 2026As the NFL season kicks off, analysts highlight potential waiver-wire paths to league-wide success, discuss opening-week challenges, and engage in on-air season previews, while critics argue the league’s ongoing anti-racism messaging remains performative without meaningful accountability. The conversation also spotlights under-the-radar high school football storylines in California and Colorado, including Mater Dei’s looming test against Valor Christian and Santa Ana Valley’s bid for a 3-0 start.

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Maya Lindstrom Mater Dei vs Valor Christian on opening week is basically a bowl game, ridiculous talent on both sides.

Sakamoto beats retiring Nishikori, earns US Open spot — Aug 28, 2026Japan’s Rei Sakamoto defeated Kei Nishikori 6-4, 7-6(3) in the US Open qualifying final to earn a main-draw spot, signaling a changing of the guard as Nishikori—who has said this will be his final season—continues toward retirement. Sakamoto, 20, fired 19 aces and spoke of idolizing Nishikori, whose farewell is framed against the backdrop of the rising Japanese talent.

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No. 3 Kentucky sweeps No. 6 Wisconsin in Milwaukee — Aug 22, 2026Kentucky, ranked No. 3, swept No. 6 Wisconsin 3-0 at the AVCA First Serve to open the 2026 season, riding a blistering .385 team hitting percentage while Wisconsin struggled at .186 and was outblocked 10-5. The Wildcats were balanced across the lineup with Brooklyn DeLeye and Morgan Gaerte each reaching double-digit kills and Carr, DeLeye, and Gaerte fueling a high-powered attack, though Wisconsin showed bright spots in Audrey Flanagan and Eva Travis as the Badgers edge closer to competing with top teams.

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Air Force Opens Season With 34-0 Shutout of Duquesne — Sep 6, 2026Air Force opened the 2026 season with a 34-0 shutout of Duquesne, piling up 431 rushing yards while holding the Dukes to 107 total yards and no red-zone entries, anchored by Liam Szarka’s two rushing touchdowns. The dominant ground game and stout defense set up a Week 2 matchup with North Dakota State.

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Priya Raman Holding Duquesne to zero red-zone trips says everything about that defensive front. NDSU will be a real test though.

Can you actually read a map?Quizie — QuizFifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.

Rays Beat Tigers 4-1 as Rasmussen Extends Win Streak — Aug 24, 2026Drew Rasmussen worked six strong innings to earn the win against Detroit, allowing one run on three hits as the Rays opened their three-game series with a 3-1 victory and continued his solid run this season. With a 14-5 record and a 2.95 ERA, he’s poised to face the Mets next as Tampa Bay tries to maintain its AL East lead and rebound from recent struggles.

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Patriots Kicker Borregales Takes Diggs’ Former No. 8 — Sep 6, 2026Patriots kicker Andy Borregales switched from No. 36 to No. 8, a number that traces back to his earliest days in football and became available after Stefon Diggs left the team. Entering his second season, he aims to build on a strong rookie year (27 of 32 FG, 53 of 55 XP, 134 points) and establish himself in the season opener against the Seahawks after a rocky preseason.

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Rachel Meyers Funny how a jersey number just becomes available and it means so much to a guy. Good story, hope he balls out against Seattle.

Mizzou golf finishes eighth as Trent Mierl cracks top 10 in opener — Sep 1, 2026Several college programs posted solid early-season results: Mizzou opened the Visit Knoxville Collegiate with an eighth-place finish led by Trent Mierl’s top-10, while Chattanooga led the same event after Day 1 and Belmont stood third after 36 holes at the Jaguar Invitational; RMU also started with an eighth-place showing at the Virtues Intercollegiate. The performances featured consistent contributions from veterans and newcomers, with Mierl, Hawkins and others delivering noteworthy rounds as teams gauge depth and form early in the season.

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Priya Raman Belmont sitting third after 36 holes is encouraging, hope they can close strong on the final round.

Kim 59 Leads 3M Open; Sub-60 History — Jul 23, 2026Michael Kim shot a 59 at the 3M Open, the first sub-60 round of the PGA Tour season and the 16th such score in Tour history, setting a course record at TPC Twin Cities. He finished with a dramatic 24-foot birdie at No. 18 to seal a 12-under performance.

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Omolo Leads Central Arkansas Past UT Martin 36-24Sports — Aug 28, 2026Central Arkansas opened its season with a 36-24 victory over No. 23 UT Martin, led by Donovyn Omolo’s three touchdown passes in his first game with the Bears. The win showcased UCA’s new quarterback and improved offense, while UT Martin entered as a preseason favorite with momentum from last season, making the matchup a meaningful early test for both programs.

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NDSU steamrolls Jacksonville State in FBS opener — Aug 27, 2026North Dakota State opened its FBS era with a 33-7 win over Jacksonville State, featuring a first-time starting quarterback Nathan Hayes and a standout defensive effort that produced key turnovers as the program looks ahead to the Mountain West move and a large, energized home crowd. Separately, U-32 High School is building a younger, veteran-guided squad after a 2025 positive showing, with just three seniors and a strong junior contingent prepping for a season opener against Fair Haven and an extended rebuild underway.

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John Waters Joins Fiddler on Roof Australia TourEntertainment — Jul 21, 2026Australian screen and stage legend John Waters joins Fiddler on the Roof as Lazar Wolf, reuniting with Sigrid Thornton. The Australian tour opens in Sydney on July 31, with dates in Brisbane and Melbourne before a Perth season in January 2027.

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Florida WR Singleton Highly Questionable Against Campbell — Sep 6, 2026Florida wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr. left the season opener with an ankle injury and is listed as highly questionable for Week 2 against Campbell, with coach Jon Sumrall saying development will come midweek; Emmanuel Oyebadejo is also questionable with a similar issue, while Evan Pryor’s hip already limited him. In Singleton’s absence, Florida leaned on Bailey Stockton and TJ Abrams Jr. to produce in a dominant 66-21 win as they seek to get Singleton back soon after he entered with an FBS-leading 37-game receiving streak that ended with zero targets in the opener.

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Memphis rallies past early deficit to defeat Arkansas State 42-24 — Sep 6, 2026Memphis opened their renovated Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium with a 42-24 win over Arkansas State, riding a dominant rushing attack that produced 335 yards and a standout four-TD night from Jaylin Carter. The Tigers pulled away after halftime, with Carter compiling 183 rushing yards and Memphis’ defense sealing the victory with multiple interceptions as they move to 2-0 on the season.

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Priya Raman yards rushing as a team is wild, Memphis just wore them down after halftime. 2-0 start looks promising.