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Raiders No. 1 Pick Mendoza Makes NFL Debut — 21hRaiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza made his NFL debut in a blowout loss to the Patriots, entering in the fourth quarter with Las Vegas down 45-17. He completed 6 of 8 passes for 48 yards but failed to convert a late fourth down; Kirk Cousins is expected to remain the starter for now.

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Dodgers name Blake Snell Game 2 starter — Oct 3, 2026Dodgers name Blake Snell Game 2 starter after 5-3 win; Snell: if you want to be a legend, "it all happens in October."

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Priya Raman Yamamoto getting game three gives the Dodgers a nice advantage if they can steal one on the road early.

Memphis, UAB Set for Battle for BonesSports — 4dMemphis hosts UAB in the Battle for the Bones, with the teams competing for a 94-pound rack-of-ribs trophy after UAB upset Memphis last year. Former Memphis players CJ Smith and Jeremiah Jordan, now UAB starters, return to face their old team.

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Tennessee's Javin Gordon Questionable for ArkansasSports — 4dTennessee running back Javin Gordon is questionable for Saturday’s game at Arkansas after missing three straight games, while quarterback Faizon Brandon is also questionable with a shoulder injury, making George MacIntyre a likely starter. The Vols, who lost their last visit to Arkansas in 2024, will face the Razorbacks in Fayetteville at 4:15 p.m. ET.

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Tennessee ends Fayetteville drought, beats Arkansas 24-17 — 3dNo. 15 Tennessee beat Arkansas 24-17 in Fayetteville, ending a four-game road losing streak against the Razorbacks and winning there for the first time since 2001. First-time starter George MacIntyre helped keep the Vols in the game, while DeSean Bishop’s late touchdown drive sealed the win and extended Arkansas’ SEC losing streak.

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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.

Iowa QB Hank Brown questionable against Washington — 5dIowa quarterback Hank Brown is questionable for Friday’s game at Washington after spraining his throwing shoulder against Ohio State. Coach Kirk Ferentz said Brown may be medically cleared, but Jeremy Hecklinski is taking first-team reps and is the likely starter if Brown isn’t ready.

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Suns’ Ighodaro Starts Preseason Opener Against Pistons — 6dOso Ighodaro started at center for Phoenix in its preseason opener against Detroit, but his quiet showing did little to settle the competition with rookie Khaman Maluach. Ighodaro may open the season as the starter, while Maluach’s upside and impact in the paint have fueled speculation that he could eventually take the role.

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Hawaii, Massachusetts Voters Weigh Housing MeasuresPolitics — 5dMassachusetts voters will decide whether to cap minimum lot sizes at 5,000 square feet on residential land with public water and sewer, a change supporters say could enable more affordable starter homes and ease the state’s housing shortage. The measure also tests whether voter-led zoning reform can build support for expanding housing supply, though its impact remains uncertain.

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LeBron, Embiid, Maxey sit out 76ers preseason opener — 6dLeBron James, Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey will miss Philadelphia’s preseason opener against the Knicks, with only Jaylen Brown and VJ Edgecombe available among the Sixers’ projected starters. James is managing chronic foot arthritis and lower-back sciatica, while the team has said it wants to balance preseason playing time with rest.

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Dana Whitfield LeBron managing arthritis and sciatica this early means the Sixers need to be careful with his minutes all year.

Hawks Lose Preseason Opener After 49-26 QuarterSports — 5dAtlanta opened the preseason with a loss to Memphis after a disastrous 49-26 second quarter exposed defensive problems among the reserves, though the starters were more effective and the team rallied later. The performance raised questions about bench roles and rookie Zuby Ejiofor’s playing time, but reports cautioned against drawing firm conclusions from one game, especially with Lu Dort and other key players unavailable.

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Pelicans Rally From 24-Point Deficit, Beat Thunder — 6dThe Pelicans rallied from a 24-point deficit to beat the Thunder 116-110 in their preseason opener, powered by an 18-0 third-quarter run and a strong showing from the reserve unit led by Bennedict Mathurin. The comeback offered promise from New Orleans’ bench, but its starters and defense struggled against an Oklahoma City team resting several key players.

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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.

College Teams Release Availability Reports Ahead of GamesSports — 5dCollege football availability reports ahead of this weekend’s games list Florida receiver Vernell Brown III and Alabama tight end Josh Ford as questionable, with Florida safety Bryce Thornton and Louisville quarterback Lincoln Kienholz probable. Oklahoma State receiver Wyatt Young and lineman Johnny Dickson III are questionable, while Florida State’s Darryll Desir is questionable; Oklahoma State defensive tackle Landon Dean is out, and UCF reported several starters unavailable.

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Rays Beat Yankees 1-0 Behind Rasmussen — Oct 3, 2026The Yankees were held hitless through six innings by Tampa Bay starter Drew Rasmussen in Game 1 of the ALDS, trailing 1-0. Gerrit Cole started for New York in his postseason return from Tommy John surgery, while Aaron Judge’s availability for the series remained uncertain.

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Sam Okafor It's going to be hard for New York if Judge stays out, they already struggled to get anything going today.

Mariners’ 15 Arbitration Salaries Projected at $58.3M — Oct 4, 2026Seattle’s 2027 arbitration-eligible players are projected to cost about $54.4 million, excluding Bryce Miller, with Logan Gilbert leading at $15.4 million; those estimates are not settled contracts or simply new payroll costs. The figures sharpen questions about the Mariners’ spending flexibility, while Gilbert’s projected salary is cited as a reason to keep rather than trade the established starter.

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Jamal Murray Starts Nuggets Preseason GameSports — Oct 5, 2026Jamal Murray is set to start against Utah in Denver’s preseason rematch, while Spencer Jones is day-to-day with a hamstring strain that could keep him out of several preseason games. The Nuggets are also weighing roster and lineup questions: salary-cap constraints and limited preseason minutes could hurt Lonnie Walker IV’s bid for a roster spot, and Cam Johnson—not Christian Braun—is identified as the starter most at risk of being demoted.

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Winless Titans’ Cam Ward threatens press walkout — Oct 5, 2026After Tennessee’s 24-18 loss to Baltimore dropped the Titans to 0-4, quarterback Cam Ward was caught on the team livestream warning he might leave his postgame press conference because reporters had not arrived. The clip drew criticism amid scrutiny of his 3-18 record as a starter, though some observers said his frustration was understandable given the reporters’ delay; Ward stayed and answered questions about the loss.

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Fa’avae, defense lead New Mexico over UTEP 61-7Sports — Oct 1, 2026Toa Fa’avae has emerged as New Mexico’s starting quarterback after the Lobos moved away from a multi-quarterback rotation, with his running ability helping secure the job. After a promising first game as the sole starter, he is expected to keep developing as a passer while the team works to limit the hits he takes.

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Mariota Ruled Out of London Game With Knee Injury — Sep 30, 2026The Commanders ruled out Jayden Daniels, who is recovering from a dislocated left elbow, for their Week 4 game against the Colts in London and named Marcus Mariota the starter. Daniels had returned to limited practice and expressed hope he could play, but Washington said it would reassess his status for the following week.

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Idaho Stuns No. 1 Montana State, 35-34 — Oct 2, 2026Idaho stunned top-ranked Montana State 35-34 on Joshua Wood’s touchdown pass as time expired and his successful two-point run, handing the Bobcats their first loss in 19 games. The upset was Idaho’s first win of the season and its first-ever victory over a No. 1-ranked team; Montana State was without several injured starters.

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Priya Raman Idaho's last second score and two point run was the perfect way to end their winless streak against the top team.

Braves’ Chris Sale Game 2 Start Remains Uncertain — Oct 2, 2026Chris Sale helped Atlanta clinch its Wild Card Series against Philadelphia by recording the final four outs after starting earlier in the series, leaving his availability for the NLDS against Los Angeles uncertain. Manager Walt Weiss has not ruled out Sale starting Sunday’s Game 2 but says the Braves will prioritize his health, as their thin rotation could otherwise put added pressure on inexperienced starters and the bullpen.

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Marcus Bell They need to keep Sale out Sunday and lean on the bullpen early even if it means more work for the younger guys later on.

Astros Face Offseason Decisions After Playoff ExitSports — Oct 3, 2026After an 81-81 season and a home playoff sweep, the Astros face pressure to overhaul their baseball operations and strengthen a roster weakened by rotation injuries, limited speed and unreliable outfield production; proposed fixes include pursuing a frontline starter and giving a new baseball executive authority over the club’s direction. They must also make key contract calls, including whether to exercise Isaac Paredes’ option and whether to retain reliever Bryan Abreu at a measured price.

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Texas Tech Beats Colorado Amid Playbook Controversy — Sep 29, 2026No. 12 Texas Tech is preparing to face either Julian Lewis or Isaac Wilson at quarterback when it visits Colorado, after Wilson replaced Lewis at halftime in the Buffaloes’ loss to Baylor; coach Deion Sanders has not officially named a starter. Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire expects Colorado’s offense to remain focused on the run regardless of who plays, while the unbeaten Red Raiders look to clean up their own execution.

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Olivia Miles Wins Unanimous WNBA Rookie Award — Sep 27, 2026Minnesota Lynx guard Olivia Miles was unanimously named the WNBA’s 2026 Rookie of the Year and also received the Associated Press rookie honor after a standout debut season. She set a league rookie scoring record with 790 points, averaged 19.8 points and 6.0 assists, and was the only rookie selected as a WNBA All-Star starter.

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LSU Routs McNeese 63-14, Improves to 4-1 — Sep 29, 2026LSU’s improved rushing attack has become a defining strength under coach Lane Kiffin, with Wisconsin transfer Dilin Jones leading the backfield while taking on blocking duties as the offense adjusts. With injuries mounting ahead of Saturday’s game against McNeese State, LSU may rest starters, creating opportunities for reserves as McNeese leans on quarterback Jake Strong, running back Omiri Wiggins and receiver Curtis Deville Jr.

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