"Rams deliver statement win over Raiders with season hanging in the balance"

"Rams saw a door crack open with the 49ers’ first loss of the season on Sunday and refused to let it slam shut. Sensing the crossroads they stood at, they thrashed the Raiders 35-21 with the urgency of a team unwilling to let an opportunity to climb back into the division race, and nudge their season back on track.

 At least momentarily..."

https://nypost.com/2026/10/25/sports/rams-deliver-statement-win-over-raiders-with-season-hanging-in-the-balance/ 

The Las Vegas Raiders’ Defensive Problems: What Needs to Change?

The Raiders’ biggest defensive problem is not simply that they need to tackle better. They have been allowing too many yards on the ground and through the air, and opponents have been turning those yards into touchdowns.

Through their first six games, the Raiders were allowing 27 points per game. Here are the areas I would focus on to improve the defense.

The Raiders’ Three 

Biggest Defensive Weaknesses

1. Run defense — the biggest concern

The Raiders were allowing approximately 134 rushing yards per game, ranking near the bottom of the NFL. Opposing running backs have been gaining too much ground, putting pressure on the linebackers and secondary.

What needs to change:

- Rotate defensive linemen more frequently to keep them fresh.

- Give the best run-stoppers more playing time.

- Improve linebacker positioning and gap discipline.

- Bring a safety closer to the line of scrimmage in selected situations.

My priority would be acquiring a strong defensive tackle who can occupy blockers and make it harder for running backs to reach the second level.

2. Pass defense — too many completions and big plays

The Raiders were allowing approximately 237 passing yards per game. Their cornerbacks and safeties need to do a better job limiting easy completions and preventing receivers from getting open downfield.

What needs to change:

- Use more two-deep safety coverage when appropriate.

- Give struggling cornerbacks fewer snaps if a reserve is performing better.

- Provide additional help against opposing teams’ best receivers.

- Mix up defensive formations so opposing quarterbacks cannot predict the coverage.

The trade-off is that extra help in pass coverage can leave the defense more vulnerable to the run. The coaches need to adjust based on the opponent and the situation.

3. Red-zone defense — 

force more field goals

The Raiders were allowing opponents to score touchdowns on too many trips inside the 20-yard line.

What needs to change:

- Tighten coverage near the goal line.

- Use more physical, disciplined run defense.

- Make opposing quarterbacks throw into tighter windows.

- Emphasize finishing tackles and preventing second-effort touchdowns.

Forcing an opponent to kick a field goal instead of scoring a touchdown can make the difference between winning and losing a close game.

Can the Raiders Change Their Players?

Absolutely. They can change starters, increase the playing time of backups, rotate defensive linemen, and experiment with different formations without making a trade.

Here are the positions

 I would review most closely:

Defensive tackle: Adam Butler, Tonka Hemingway, Folorunso Fatukasi, Jonah Laulu, and JJ Pegues.

Linebacker: Nakobe Dean, Quay Walker, Tommy Eichenberg, and Cody Lindenberg.

Cornerback: Eric Stokes, Darien Porter, Taron Johnson, Jermod McCoy, and Darrell Luter Jr.

Safety: Jeremy Chinn, Treydan Stukes, Isaiah Pola-Mao, and Dalton Johnson.

These are players and positions to evaluate, not a claim that a particular backup is automatically better than a starter. Coaches should compare practice performance, missed tackles, coverage results, and game film before making changes.

What About Maxx Crosby?

Maxx Crosby remains a major defensive weapon. I would move him around the defensive line on selected plays, use more stunts and twists, and try to keep him fresh for crucial third-down situations.

The objective should not simply be to increase his sack total. The defense needs to create hurried throws, force turnovers, and get opposing offenses off the field.

Could the Raiders Trade for Somebody?

Yes. The NFL trade deadline is November 10, 2026, so the Raiders have an opportunity to add help before the deadline.

My trade priorities would be:

1. A proven run-stopping defensive tackle. This would be my first choice because the interior run defense has been a major weakness.

2. A dependable starting cornerback. If the coaches determine that coverage is the primary problem, a veteran corner could help reduce the number of easy completions and big plays.

3. An additional pass rusher, if the right deal becomes available. The Raiders had recorded 15 sacks through six games, so I would prioritize the run defense and coverage ahead of adding another pass rusher.

The Raiders would need to consider the player’s salary, the draft picks required, and whether the player is actually available. I have not verified a specific trade target who is currently available at a reasonable price.

Can the Defense Be Fixed This Season?

I believe meaningful improvement is possible. The Raiders have shown they can compete in games, and they have recorded sacks and created turnovers. However, allowing 27 points per game and struggling to stop the run are serious concerns.

My recommendation:

First, change the defensive rotation and make adjustments to the scheme immediately. Second, evaluate whether any backups deserve more playing time. Third, pursue a proven run-stopping defensive tackle or a starting-caliber cornerback if a reasonable trade becomes available.

I would not dismantle the defense or sacrifice valuable future draft picks after only six games. But I also would not keep doing the same things and expect different results.

The Raiders need to demonstrate that their coaching staff can identify the problems, make adjustments, and get better. Otherwise, their playoff hopes will become increasingly difficult to sustain.

Sources and links

NFL.com — Las Vegas Raiders schedule and results:

https://www.nfl.com/teams/las-vegas-raiders/schedule/

Las Vegas Raiders — Team statistics:

https://www.raiders.com/team/stats/

ESPN — NFL team defensive statistics:

https://www.espn.com/nfl/stats/team/_/view/defense

NFL.com — NFL news and trade deadline coverage:

https://www.nfl.com/news/

🏈Calvin University's promising season: a new stadium 🏟️, undefeated after 7 games, what's next?👍

Calvin University Football:

 From Startup Program

 to National Contender ?!

The Calvin University Knights are having a remarkable 2026 football season. In just their third varsity season, the Knights have emerged as one of the most exciting developing programs in NCAA Division III football. As of October 25, Calvin is undefeated at 7–0 overall and 4–0 in Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) play.

A Remarkable Rise

Calvin launched its varsity football program in 2024 under head coach Trent Figg. Building a college football program from scratch is no small task, but the Knights have improved rapidly. After establishing the program in its inaugural season, Calvin made substantial progress in 2025 and has taken another major step forward in 2026.

The team's success reflects the development of its players, returning experience, an explosive offense, and the work of a coaching staff led by Figg, who previously worked at the University of Oregon.

The 2026 Season So Far

Calvin has won its first seven games:

• September 5: 

Defeated Otterbein 53–21

• September 12: 

Defeated St. Norbert 49–7

• September 19: Defeated Franklin 41–7

• September 26: Defeated Olivet 66–20

• October 3: Defeated Adrian 17–12

• October 17: Defeated Kalamazoo 54–9

• October 24: Defeated Albion 52–20

The Knights have demonstrated impressive scoring ability, putting up more than 40 points in most of their victories. The 17–12 win over Adrian was a reminder that they can also prevail in a close, hard-fought contest.

National Recognition

Calvin's outstanding season has earned it national recognition. On October 19, the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) ranked Calvin No. 23 in its NCAA Division III Top 25 poll, marking the first time in program history that the Knights entered the poll.

 Calvin also stood at No. 11 in the Division III National Power Index (NPI), a computer-based rating used in NCAA playoff seeding and at-large selection decisions.

Hope College has climbed to No. 9 in the D3football.com national poll. Trine is another important contender in the MIAA race, even though it has not been ranked in the same national Top 25 polls.

Why Has Calvin Improved So Quickly?

Several factors appear to be contributing to the Knights' rapid development:

• Experience: Players who have spent time together in the program are becoming more comfortable with the demands of college football.

• Coaching: Trent Figg and his staff have been building the program's culture, recruiting, and systems from the beginning.

• Offensive production: Calvin's fast-paced, no-huddle offense has put considerable pressure on opposing defenses.

• Returning talent: The Knights have returning starters and experienced players who can execute the system more effectively.

The next step is to demonstrate that Calvin can beat the strongest teams in its conference and compete with the nation's elite Division III programs.

Three Crucial Games Remain

The regular season is approaching its decisive stretch:

• Saturday, October 31, 1 p.m. : 

Calvin at Trine University

 in Angola, Indiana.

• Saturday, November 7, 1 p.m. : 

Hope College at Calvin in

 Grand Rapids, Michigan.

• Saturday, November 14, 1 p.m. : 

Calvin at Alma College in 

Alma, Michigan.

The October 31 game against Trine is a major test. Calvin defeated Trine 34–31 in 2025, so the Knights have already shown that they can compete with the Thunder. Trine will have home-field advantage this time.

The November 7 matchup against Hope could be even more significant. Hope is nationally ranked and undefeated, making this one of the most anticipated games of Calvin's season. A victory would strengthen Calvin's case as a genuine MIAA title contender and could improve its national standing.

The final game at Alma will also matter as Calvin seeks to finish its conference schedule strongly.

Could Calvin Reach the Division III Playoffs?

Yes. NCAA Division III football has a national playoff tournament, with automatic bids for conference champions and at-large selections for qualifying teams. Calvin's position in the national rankings and the Division III National Power Index makes its remaining games especially important.

The Knights are not merely trying to improve their record. They have an opportunity to establish themselves as a serious contender in the MIAA and potentially earn a place in the national playoff field.

The MIAA has a history of championship success. Albion College won the NCAA Division III national championship in 1994, defeating Washington & Jefferson 38–15 in the Stagg Bowl. That achievement demonstrates that a program from Calvin's conference can reach the top of Division III football.

The Big Question

Can Calvin turn its undefeated start into an MIAA championship and a successful national playoff run?

The Knights have already accomplished something remarkable by becoming nationally ranked in only their third varsity season. But the upcoming games against Trine and Hope will provide a much clearer measure of how far this young program has come.

For Calvin supporters, the next three Saturdays could be the most important stretch in the program's short history.

Go Knights!

https://calvinknights.com/sports/football/schedule/2026 

UCF 39-31 BYU (Oct 24, 2026) Game Recap -+ 2 other upsets

Keyone Jenkins throws TD pass in double OT and

 unranked UCF 

knocks off No. 2 BYU 39-31!

Read about UCF at

https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap/_/gameId/401856835 

LaNorris Sellers has three TDs and unranked  South Carolina rallies to beat No. 11 Tennessee 27-24 !

Drzewiecki's field goal as time expires lifts unranked Minnesota past No. 15 Iowa, 13-10 ?

unbelievable ! "Hoover's TD run lifts No. 6 Indiana to 13-6 OT win at Michigan,

this is a whole new era of college football ! Ohio State barely beats Indiana last week, and today Indiana defeats Michigan (again ! they beat both of them last year). Is this the end of the perennial heavyweights  in college football ? There's upsets every week now. The upsets are becoming the norm.  last weekend:  Auburn beat No. 1 Georgia, BYU beat No. 2 Notre Dame, Tennessee beat Alabama, and Florida came back to beat Texas . October 17 weekend,  five of the AP Top 7 teams lost. The AP described it as the first time in poll history that five of the top seven all lost on the same Saturday !   Today: unranked Cincinnati defeated #8 Texas Tech.

MICHIGAN VS INDIANA

"Hoover's TD run lifts No. 6 Indiana to 13-6 OT win at Michigan, its 1st win at Big House since 1967 ..."

How it unfolded:

First half: Indiana takes a 6–0 lead

Indiana scored on field goals of 22 and 34 yards. Michigan's offense struggled, and an early fumble gave the Hoosiers a scoring opportunity. Indiana also missed a field goal before halftime.

second half: Michigan fights back

Michigan's Zeke Berry intercepted Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover, returning the ball 37 yards to set up Michigan's first points: a 29-yard field goal. Michigan's defense kept the game close, despite its offense repeatedly wasting opportunities.

Final minute: Michigan forces overtime

Trailing 6–3, Michigan drove downfield in the final minute. Trey Butkowski kicked a 26-yard field goal as time expired, tying the game at 6–6.

Overtime: Indiana finally breaks through

On Indiana's first play, Hoover completed a 21-yard pass to tight end Brock Schott. Hoover then ran four yards for the winning touchdown, making it 13–6. Michigan had a chance to answer, but quarterback Tommy Carr's final pass fell incomplete near the end zone.

https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap?gameId=401858496

Unranked Cinci overcomes #8 Texas Tech 37-24

How the game unfolded

Q1

6–3

Texas Tech takes a small lead

Texas Tech led 6–3, but mistakes hurt the Red Raiders. Quarterback Will Hammond lost a fumble, and an intentional-grounding penalty helped stall the offense.

Q2

21–0

Cincinnati explodes for 21 points

The Bearcats scored three touchdowns in the second quarter to take a commanding 24–6 halftime lead. Cole Tabb caught a touchdown, Malachi Henry caught another, and Lyviel Waters hauled in a short touchdown pass after Tabb broke off a 51-yard run.

Q3

7–9

Texas Tech gets a lifeline

Safety Peyton Morgan intercepted a deflected pass from Cincinnati quarterback JC French IV and returned it 53 yards for a touchdown. After video review overturned a targeting-related ruling, Texas Tech cut the deficit to 24–15. But French responded with his fourth touchdown pass, a 17-yard strike to Larenzo Fenner, restoring Cincinnati's cushion.

Q4

6–6

Tabb delivers the knockout blow

With about six minutes left, Tabb ripped off a 58-yard touchdown run that effectively sealed the upset. Texas Tech couldn't make up the difference

"Jim Nantz says he 'learned a lesson' trying to 'Peanut' punch ball from J.J. Watt: Don't do it "

"The NFL joined in the good-natured fun, posting the clip on Instagram and writing, “the peanut punch isn’t for everybody,” along with a laughing emoji.

While Nantz admitted his hand and wrist “did hurt for a while,” he told McAfee that any reports beyond that were “greatly exaggerated.”

“It did sting, I’m not going to kid you,” Nantz said. “But I gave it my best, and as soon as I did it, I regretted it because I felt like everything had been compressed. .."

https://share.newsbreak.com/jx1yfgv4 

Condolences ✝️ "US airman who died after rappel fall at a college football game in Texas is identified -" MyNorthwest.com

"The U.S. airman who died after a rapid fall while rappelling from the rafters of a stadium before a college football game in Texas was a 15-year service member from Georgia, according to the Air Force.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson died after being taken to a hospital following Saturday’s fall at the Alamodome .."

https://mynorthwest.com/national/us-airman-who-died-after-rappel-fall-at-a-college-football-game-in-texas-is-identified/4288068 

Smart move: "Super Bowl winning QB benches himself "- The Horn News

Life is much more important 

than winning another super bowl . 

"Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season after doctors found superficial blood clots in both of his lungs.

https://thehornnews.com/super-bowl-winning-qb-benches-himself/ 

College Football: Top 20 Teams — Week 7 Results, recaps

Sunday, October 18, 2026

Games played Saturday, October 17

What a wild Saturday! Several of the nation's top-ranked teams lost, including No. 1 Georgia, No. 2 Notre Dame, 

No. 5 Indiana, No. 6 Alabama and

 No. 7 Texas. Ohio State, BYU and Tennessee scored major victories.

1. Georgia (#1) — Lost to Auburn (unranked), 24–27. A stunning upset of the nation's top-ranked team.

2. Notre Dame (#2) — Lost to BYU (#8), 24–28. Notre Dame fell in a major road upset.

3. Miami (#3) — Defeated Florida State (unranked), 43–35 in double overtime. Miami survived a thriller.

4. Ohio State (#4) — Defeated Indiana (#5), 19–15. A huge victory over a fellow national contender.

5. Indiana (#5)— Lost to Ohio State (#4), 15–19. The Hoosiers narrowly missed a comeback.

6. Alabama (#6)— Lost to Tennessee (#14), 10–26. Tennessee delivered one of the day's biggest upsets.

7. Texas (#7)— Lost to Florida (unranked), 24–27. Florida pulled off a surprising road victory.

8. BYU (#8) — Defeated Notre Dame (#2), 28–24. One of the weekend's most significant wins.

9. Ole Miss (#9)— Defeated Missouri (#13), 31–3. Ole Miss dominated throughout the game.

10. Texas Tech (#10)— Defeated Arizona State (unranked), 53–25. The Red Raiders produced an impressive offensive performance.

11. Utah (#11)— Defeated Colorado (unranked), 27–24. Utah held on for a close road victory.

12. UCLA (#12) — Defeated Wisconsin (unranked), 17–7. The Bruins' defense helped secure the win.

13. Missouri (#13) — Lost to Ole Miss (#9), 3–31. Missouri struggled to generate offense.

14. Tennessee (#14) — Defeated Alabama (#6), 26–10. A statement victory against a traditional powerhouse.

15. Kentucky (#15) — Defeated Oklahoma (unranked), 21–13. Kentucky earned an important road win.

16. Mississippi State (#16)— Lost to LSU (#22), 0–31. LSU shut out the Bulldogs.

17. Iowa (#17) — No result confirmed in the available Saturday results.

18. Oklahoma State (#18) — Lost to Houston (#20), 32–35. Houston won a close, high-scoring contest.

19. USC (#19) — No result confirmed in the available Saturday results.

20. Houston (#20) — Defeated Oklahoma State (#18), 35–32. Houston held on for a narrow victory.

BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS

- Georgia's loss: Auburn handed the No. 1 team a stunning defeat.

- BYU's breakthrough: Beating No. 2 Notre Dame could propel BYU up the rankings.

- Ohio State's statement: The Buckeyes defeated No. 5 Indiana in a major Big Ten matchup.

- Tennessee's triumph: Beating Alabama by 16 points was one of the day's most convincing upsets.

- Miami's survival: The Hurricanes won a double-overtime thriller against Florida State.

Note: Rankings listed are the pregame AP rankings. The next official poll may change significantly. Results marked unconfirmed require further verification.

"Indiana’s 22-game win streak ends against Ohio State in one of six Top 25 showdowns"

"

The defending national champion and fifth-ranked Hoosiers looked like they were going to rally to beat the Buckeyes, but standout receiver Nick Marsh stepped out of bounds in the end zone and negated what would have been a 27-yard touchdown reception on a fourth-and-4 play in the final minute..."

https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2026/oct/17/indianas-22-game-win-streak-ends-ohio-state-one-six-top-25-showdowns/ 

"Ranking college football best 60 receivers of last 50 years - ESPN

https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/50175757/ranking-college-football-best-receivers-jeremiah-smith 

Tour of Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones' house video

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=BqEq7FE_I2U&t=22s&pp=2AEWkAIB 

"Commanders' Daniels takes blame for botched final play in OT - "

"Even Magic Johnson, one of the team's minority owners, weighed in with a post on X, writing that he was in "total disbelief my Commanders had such poor clock management in today's overtime game. ... All we had to do was kick the field goal and we would have won the game!"

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50162242/commanders-daniels-takes-blame-botched-final-play-ot 

🏈"St. John Bosco avenges playoff loss to Orange Lutheran"

"in the end, Malau’ulu passed for two touchdowns, ran for one touchdown and combined with his cousin, 6-foot-5 sophomore receiver Kuika Moaalii, for several big plays to take down Orange Lutheran 28-14, setting up the Braves (6-1, 2-0) for a Friday showdown next week against No. 1-ranked Santa Margarita (7-0, 2-0)..."

https://share.newsbreak.com/ju2x0cfe 

🏈 KENTUCKY 35, LSU 34: FINAL (OVERTIME)

Saturday, October 10, 2026

Location: Kroger Field, Lexington, Kentucky

THE BIG PICTURE

The Kentucky Wildcats pulled off a major upset, defeating No. 10 LSU 35–34 in overtime.

Kentucky chose to go for a two-point conversion after scoring a touchdown in overtime. Quarterback Kenny Minchey ran into the end zone untouched to secure the victory.

Kentucky improved to 5–1 overall and 3–1 in SEC play, while LSU fell to 4–2 overall.

FINAL SCORE BY QUARTER

                 LSU Kentucky

1st Quarter 10 7

2nd Quarter 7 14

3rd Quarter 3 0

4th Quarter 7 6

Overtime 7 8

FINAL 34 35

FIRST QUARTER:

 LSU STARTS STRONG

LSU opened the scoring with a field goal.

Kentucky answered with a spectacular 77-yard run by C.J. Baxter on the Wildcats' first offensive play. The explosive play helped set up a touchdown.

LSU responded with a scoring drive of its own. Quarterback Sam Leavitt connected with Zach Grace for a 22-yard touchdown pass.

LSU led 10–7 after the first quarter.

SECOND QUARTER: 

KENTUCKY TAKES THE LEAD

Kentucky's Brock Coffman delivered one of the game's biggest plays, returning a punt 55 yards for a touchdown.

LSU answered when Leavitt threw a 10-yard touchdown pass to Jackson Harris, putting the Tigers back in front 17–14.

Kentucky continued attacking on the ground. Kenny Minchey scored on a one-yard quarterback keeper on the final play of the first half.

Kentucky led 21–17 at halftime.

THIRD QUARTER: 

LSU CLOSES THE GAP

The third quarter was quieter offensively.

LSU's defense forced Kentucky into difficult situations, including a fourth-down stop.

LSU eventually put together an 11-play, 73-yard drive, capped by a 24-yard field goal.

Kentucky led 21–20 heading into the fourth quarter.

FOURTH QUARTER: 

A WILD FINISH

Kentucky extended its lead to 24–20 with a 28-yard field goal.

LSU then produced one of the game's most unusual plays. Receiver Jackson Harris threw a 41-yard touchdown pass to Roman Mothershed on a trick play!

LSU took a 27–24 lead with less than ten minutes remaining.

Kentucky had opportunities to respond, but kicker Adam Zouagui missed field goals from 42 and 26 yards.

LSU appeared to be in position to close out the game. However, Leavitt was sacked and fumbled, and Kentucky recovered at the LSU 13-yard line.

Kentucky failed to capitalize on that opportunity, but the Wildcats got the ball back with 1:37 remaining.

Zouagui eventually made a 33-yard field goal with just 12 seconds left, tying the game at 27–27 and forcing overtime.

OVERTIME: 

KENTUCKY GOES FOR TWO

LSU received the ball first in overtime.

Leavitt scored on a 15-yard touchdown run, giving LSU a 34–27 lead after the extra point.

Kentucky needed a touchdown to stay alive.

The Wildcats delivered when C.J. Baxter scored on a one-yard touchdown run, bringing Kentucky within one point at 34–33.

Instead of kicking the extra point and extending the game, Kentucky elected to attempt a two-point conversion for the win.

Minchey took the ball and ran through the middle of the defense, untouched, into the end zone.

KENTUCKY WON 35–34!

It was a gutsy decision by Kentucky's coaching staff, and the players executed when the game was on the line.

KENTUCKY'S BIGGEST STARS

1. C.J. BAXTER — RUNNING BACK

• 123 rushing yards.

• Two rushing touchdowns.

• A spectacular 77-yard run on Kentucky's opening offensive play.

His one-yard touchdown in overtime set up the decisive two-point conversion.

2. KENNY MINCHEY — QUARTERBACK

• 246 passing yards.

• A one-yard touchdown run before halftime.

• The game-winning two-point conversion in overtime.

His final run was the difference between victory and defeat.

3. BROCK COFFMAN — SPECIAL TEAMS

Coffman's 55-yard punt-return touchdown was a huge momentum swing that helped Kentucky stay competitive.

LSU'S STANDOUT PLAYERS

1. SAM LEAVITT — QUARTERBACK

• 275 passing yards.

• Two passing touchdowns.

• One interception.

• A rushing touchdown.

• 39 rushing yards.

Leavitt produced several excellent plays, including his 15-yard touchdown run in overtime. However, his late fumble proved costly.

2. JACKSON HARRIS — RECEIVER AND PASSER

Harris caught a touchdown pass earlier in the game and later threw the remarkable 41-yard touchdown pass to Roman Mothershed.

The trick play temporarily gave LSU the lead late in the fourth quarter.

THREE MAJOR TURNING POINTS

1. THE 55-YARD PUNT-RETURN TOUCHDOWN

Coffman's punt return gave Kentucky a crucial special-teams score and helped the Wildcats stay within striking distance.

2. LEAVITT'S LATE FUMBLE

LSU appeared close to securing the victory, but Leavitt's fumble gave Kentucky possession deep in LSU territory. Although Kentucky failed to score immediately, the turnover kept the Wildcats alive.

3. THE TWO-POINT CONVERSION

Kentucky's decision to go for two rather than kick an extra point was the defining moment.

Minchey found an open path through the middle and scored untouched, completing the upset.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR THE SEC?

KENTUCKY:

• Improved to 5–1 overall.

• Improved to 3–1 in SEC play.

• Earned a major victory over a nationally ranked opponent.

• Won consecutive overtime games by 35–34 scores.

• Strengthened its case for national recognition.

LSU:

• Fell to 4–2 overall.

• Suffered a damaging conference loss.

• Must address costly turnovers and missed opportunities.

• Lost a game it had opportunities to win late in regulation.

THE BIGGEST LESSON

LSU had opportunities to put Kentucky away.

The Tigers held the lead late in the fourth quarter, but the fumble and Kentucky's late drive prevented them from finishing the job.

Kentucky deserves credit for continuing to fight. The Wildcats overcame missed opportunities, tied the game with 12 seconds remaining, and then made the bold decision to go for two in overtime.

OVERALL ASSESSMENT

This was a dramatic comeback victory for Kentucky.

The Wildcats combined explosive running, a special-teams touchdown, timely defensive plays, and an aggressive coaching decision to defeat a top-10 opponent.

LSU produced plenty of offense, but Kentucky made the plays that mattered most at the end.

THE BOTTOM LINE

Kentucky won 35–34 in overtime after converting a two-point attempt.

The Wildcats showed tremendous resilience, while LSU was left to regret missed opportunities and a costly late fumble.

For Kentucky, this was the kind of dramatic victory that can energize a season. For LSU, it was a painful reminder that playing well for most of a game means little if you cannot finish.

OFFICIAL GAME DETAILS

ESPN:

https://www.espn.com/college-football/game/_/gameId/401856715

Kentucky Athletics:

https://ukathletics.com/news/2026/10/10/no-25-kentucky-tops-no-10-lsu-in-overtime/

🏈 GEORGIA 20, ALABAMA 17 — RECAP: Saturday, October 10, 2026

THE BIG PICTURE

The Georgia Bulldogs defeated the Alabama Crimson Tide 20–17 in a thrilling SEC showdown in Tuscaloosa. Georgia overcame a halftime deficit and won with a late fourth-quarter field goal.

Georgia improved to 6–0 overall and 4–0 in SEC play, while Alabama fell to 5–1 overall and 3–1 in the SEC.

FINAL SCORE BY QUARTER

                 Georgia Alabama

1st Quarter 3 0

2nd Quarter 7 14

3rd Quarter 7 3

4th Quarter 3 0

FINAL 20 17

FIRST QUARTER:

 GEORGIA STRIKES FIRST

Georgia opened the scoring with a 43-yard field goal by Peyton Woodring.

The Bulldogs' defense also made an early statement when defensive lineman Joseph Jonah-Ajonye sacked Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell and forced a fumble. Georgia recovered.

Georgia led 3–0 after the first quarter.

SECOND QUARTER: 

ALABAMA TAKES CONTROL

Georgia extended its lead to 10–0 when quarterback Gunner Stockton connected with London Humphreys for a 20-yard touchdown pass.

Alabama responded with a 22-yard touchdown pass from Keelon Russell to Marshall Pritchett, cutting the deficit to 10–7.

Then Alabama linebacker Bray Hubbard intercepted Stockton, giving the Crimson Tide another opportunity.

Alabama capitalized by driving 80 yards in the final 1:42 of the half. Running back EJ Crowell scored on a one-yard touchdown run as time expired.

Alabama suddenly led 14–10 at halftime. It was the first time Georgia had trailed all season.

THIRD QUARTER: 

GEORGIA STRIKES BACK

Georgia came out aggressively after halftime.

Stockton capped an eight-play, 75-yard drive with a 14-yard touchdown run, putting Georgia back in front 17–14.

Alabama answered with a 39-yard field goal by Conor Talty, tying the game at 17–17.

Both defenses continued to make things difficult, setting up a tense fourth quarter.

FOURTH QUARTER: 

THE WINNING FIELD GOAL

With the game tied, Georgia put together a crucial drive late in the fourth quarter.

Running back Dwight Phillips Jr. broke off a 22-yard run, and Bo Walker added a 37-yard run to move Georgia deep into Alabama territory.

Georgia couldn't reach the end zone, but it got close enough for Woodring to attempt a 23-yard field goal.

He made it!

Georgia led 20–17 with 5:25 remaining.

Alabama still had time to respond, but Georgia's defense forced the Crimson Tide to punt on its next possession.

Georgia then held on to the ball and benefited from a 15-yard personal-foul penalty against Alabama as the Bulldogs closed out the victory.

GEORGIA'S BIGGEST STARS

1. GUNNER STOCKTON — QUARTERBACK

• 18 completions on 22 attempts

• 249 passing yards

• One passing touchdown

• One rushing touchdown

Stockton accounted for both of Georgia's touchdowns and delivered an efficient performance under pressure.

2. DWIGHT PHILLIPS JR. — RUNNING BACK

• 120 rushing yards

• 17 rushing attempts

Georgia was without leading rusher Nate Frazier, but Phillips and the other running backs helped the Bulldogs finish with 206 rushing yards. Bo Walker contributed another 69 yards.

3. PEYTON WOODRING — KICKER

Woodring delivered the decisive 23-yard field goal with 5:25 remaining.

Interestingly, he had missed a 39-yard field goal earlier in the game. He recovered to make the kick that mattered most.

4. KEELON RUSSELL — ALABAMA QUARTERBACK

• 16 completions on 30 attempts

• 185 passing yards

• One passing touchdown

• 41 rushing yards

Georgia's defense sacked Russell four times and limited Alabama's passing attack.

THREE KEY TURNING POINTS

1. GEORGIA'S EARLY DEFENSIVE PLAY

The forced fumble gave Georgia an early opportunity to score and established the tone for its defensive performance.

2. ALABAMA'S INTERCEPTION BEFORE HALFTIME

Hubbard's interception helped Alabama regain momentum. The Crimson Tide capitalized with a touchdown as time expired to take a 14–10 lead into the locker room.

3. GEORGIA'S FOURTH-QUARTER DRIVE

The Bulldogs used their running game to move into field-goal range. Woodring made the decisive kick, and Georgia's defense prevented Alabama from answering.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR THE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP RACE?

• Georgia improved to 6–0 overall and 4–0 in SEC play.

• Alabama fell to 5–1 overall and 3–1 in SEC play.

• Georgia strengthened its position in the SEC Championship race.

• The victory strengthened Georgia's College Football Playoff résumé.

• Georgia coach Kirby Smart improved his record against Alabama to 3–7.

• The victory marked Georgia's first regular-season win in Tuscaloosa since 2007.

OVERALL ASSESSMENT

Georgia won with efficient quarterback play, a strong running game, and timely defensive stops.

Alabama had an opportunity to put the Bulldogs away after taking a 14–10 halftime lead. Instead, Georgia adjusted, scored on its opening possession of the second half, and kept the game within reach until the decisive fourth-quarter drive.

One impressive statistic was total offense:

Georgia: 455 yards

Alabama: 346 yards

Despite the narrow final score, Georgia generated considerably more offense overall.

THE BOTTOM LINE

Georgia went into Alabama's home stadium, overcame a halftime deficit, and defeated a top-six opponent.

The Bulldogs demonstrated resilience, balanced offense, and the ability to make critical plays under pressure. Alabama had its opportunities, but Georgia made the decisive plays when it mattered most.

OFFICIAL GAME DETAILS

ESPN:

https://www.espn.com/college-football/game/_/gameId/401856712

UCLA 17, Oregon 15 (Oct 10, 2026) Bruins 🐻 remain Undefeated

"EUGENE, Ore. -- — Wayne Knight rushed for a touchdown and caught another score, and No. 21 UCLA overcame an injury to starting quarterback Nico Lamaleava to remain undefeated with a 17-15 victory over No. 13 Oregon on Saturday.

https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap/_/gameId/401858484 

Indiana 20, Nebraska 17 (Oct 10, 2026) Indiana continues their undefeated 1st season into 2nd season. Now 6-0

"The Hoosiers (6-0, 3-0 Big Ten Conference) were pushed to the limit by a Cornhuskers team looking for a program-turning victory under fourth-year coach Matt Rhule. Instead, the defending national champion Hoosiers..."

https://www.espn.com/college-football/recap/_/gameId/401858481 

Good guy 👍"NFL Legend Tony Dungy Says His Christian Faith Played a Role in His Firing from NBC: ‘They Knew Who I Was’ -"

NFL Hall of Fame coach and analyst [Tony Dungy](https://www.google.com/search?q=tony+dungy&kgmid=/m/0437tt) stated that his outspoken Christian faith and pro-life views may have factored into his departure from NBC’s "[Football Night in America](https://www.google.com/search?q=football+night+in+america&kgmid=/m/09k2xw)" ahead of the 2026 NFL season. [1, 2] 

## Key Details of Dungy’s Comments

* Official Network Explanation: NBC executives told Dungy and longtime studio partner Rodney Harrison that they wanted to refresh the broadcast, bring in younger voices, and reshape the pregame show. (Former Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin subsequently joined the NBC studio crew).

* Dungy’s Perspective: In an interview on The Sage Steele Show, Dungy noted that network executives wanted an audience of everyone and were often uncomfortable with expressions of faith.

* Faith and Pro-Life Stance: Dungy made it clear he is unapologetic about his beliefs, stating, "I am pro-life, and I'm not gonna be ashamed to say that". He added that NBC knew who he was when they hired him 17 years ago.

* Uncertainty: While Dungy suspects his public stances—such as speaking at the March for Life—may have contributed behind the scenes, he acknowledged, "I don’t know. I don’t know. And it really doesn’t matter", expressing gratitude for his 17 years with the network. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7] 

Read more about the interview and reactions via [MyCharisma](https://mycharisma.com/culture/nfl-legend-tony-dungy-says-his-christian-faith-played-a-role-in-his-firing-from-nbc-they-knew-who-i-was/) and [Focus on the Family's Daily Citizen](https://dailycitizen.focusonthefamily.com/tony-dungy-i-am-pro-life-and-im-not-going-to-be-ashamed-to-say-that/). [6, 7] 

Would you like more information about who replaced Tony Dungy and Rodney Harrison on NBC's studio team, or details on Mike Tomlin's new role?

[1] [https://www.facebook.com](https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSageSteele/videos/hall-of-fame-coach-tony-dungy-opens-up-about-getting-fired-by-nbc-and-the-role-h/1569769718254343/)

[2] [https://sports.yahoo.com](https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/tony-dungy-refuses-apologize-religious-183136931.html)

[3] [https://www.facebook.com](https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSageSteele/posts/hall-of-fame-coach-tony-dungy-opens-up-about-getting-fired-by-nbc-and-the-role-h/1651489659666363/)

[4] [https://sports.yahoo.com](https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/tony-dungy-discusses-nbc-exit-191156718.html)

[5] [https://www.whiskeyriff.com](https://www.whiskeyriff.com/2026/10/07/tony-dungy-thinks-nbc-fired-him-because-he-was-outspoken-about-his-faith-im-always-going-to-do-that/)

[6] [https://mycharisma.com](https://mycharisma.com/culture/nfl-legend-tony-dungy-says-his-christian-faith-played-a-role-in-his-firing-from-nbc-they-knew-who-i-was/)

[7] [https://dailycitizen.focusonthefamily.com](https://dailycitizen.focusonthefamily.com/tony-dungy-i-am-pro-life-and-im-not-going-to-be-ashamed-to-say-that/)

https://www.google.com/search?q=NFL+Legend+Tony+Dungy+Says+His+Christian+Faith+Played+a+Role+in+His+Firing+from+NBC%3A+%E2%80%98They+Knew+Who+I+Was%E2%80%99&client=ms-opera-mini-android&channel=new 

Rip ✝️ NFL Legend and Hall of Fame Coach Mike Ditka 🏈, age 86

https://share.newsbreak.com/jthxq03s 

"NFL hands 49ers' Jed York $500K fine, 6-game suspension after owner arrested while responding to fake prostitution ad -

"

The NFL has fined San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York $500,000 and suspended him for six regular-season games for violating the league's personal conduct policy.

In late August, the 46-year-old York was arrested in Ohio after responding to a fictitious ad on a prostitution website.."

https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/breaking-news/article/nfl-hands-49ers-jed-york-500k-fine-6-game-suspension-after-owner-arrested-while-responding-to-fake-prostitution-ad-181120456.html 

"Colorado State fires defensive coordinator Tyson Summers in first quarter"

https://nypost.com/2026/10/04/sports/colorado-state-fires-defensive-coordinator-tyson-summers-in-first-quarter/ 

🏈Kirk Cousins good game despite loss "Chiefs defeat Raiders 30-27 Raiders (Oct 4) Recap

"Kirk Cousins passed for 365 yards and two touchdowns for the Raiders, ending his seven-game winning streak that included the final four games last season with Atlanta. Brock Bowers, who played with an illness, caught six passes for 86 yards and a TD

https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401872976 

🏈NFL WEEK 3 SUNDAY SCORES

Chiefs 24, Dolphins 10

Browns 21, Panthers 18

Giants 12, Titans 7

Jaguars 35, Patriots 6

Bills 24, Chargers 16

Lions 31, Jets 24

Colts 19, Texans 17

Commanders 33, Seahawks 31

Steelers 30, Bengals 27

49ers 36, Cardinals 30

Vikings 23, Buccaneers 16

Raiders 35, Saints 27

Ravens 34, Cowboys 31

Broncos 30, Rams 26

1 Peter 4:11

"Whoever speaks, 

as one who speaks

 oracles of God; 

whoever serves, 

as one who serves

 by the strength that God supplies

—in order that in everything

 God may be glorified

 thru Jesus Christ.✝️

 To him belong 

glory & dominion 

forever and ever. Amen

"Tom Brady made 'desperate' 11-day attempt to save Gisele Bündchen marriage before divorce"

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/other/tom-brady-made-desperate-11-day-attempt-to-save-gisele-b%C3%BCndchen-marriage-before-divorce/ar-AA2d1v1U 

"

She needed him to be present when he was at home, not responding to text messages on his constantly buzzing cell phone or replaying a game in his mind,” Anderson writes. “She needed more help with the kids. She needed the chance to sleep in just a few days a week. She needed more time for her own career.”

Bündchen, one of the world’s most successful models, put her career on hold to raise their two kids, Benjamin, 16, and Vivian, 13, and helped raise Brady’s son, Jack, 19, from a previous relationship with Bridget Moynahan..."

'Just gotta believe': Iowa tops Michigan with last-second TD" - ESPN

https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/50037425/no-17-iowa-downs-no-18-michigan-last-second-td-pass 

"

On the final snap Saturday, Iowa quarterback Hank Brown found Reece Vander Zee for a 16-yard touchdown, lifting the Hawkeyes to a stunning 20-19 victory over the No. 18 Wolverines in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

"A moment I'll never forget," Brown said. "You just gotta believe..."

Raiders remain undefeated after 35-27 comeback win vs Saints (Sep 27, 2026)

https://www.espn.com/nfl/recap/_/gameId/401872961 

AI GENERATED 

The Raiders came back from an 11-point second-half deficit to beat the Saints 35–27 in New Orleans. 

The big story was the fourth quarter. New Orleans had a 27–22 lead entering the final period, but Las Vegas scored two fourth-quarter touchdowns and shut the Saints out. The Saints also turned the ball over repeatedly late, including three fourth-quarter turnovers that helped swing the game. 

A few key performances:

Kirk Cousins: 22-of-33 for 248 yards and 3 TDs, with no interceptions.

Brock Bowers: 10 catches for 116 yards and a touchdown — a huge receiving game.

Tyler Shough: 29-of-42 for 250 yards and 4 TDs, but he also threw an interception.

Chris Olave: 9 catches for 107 yards.

The Raiders forced four Saints turnovers while committing only one themselves.

The comeback also gives Las Vegas a 3–0 start, its first since 2021. The Raiders now have an especially interesting Week 4 matchup because they host the Kansas City Chiefs, who are also undefeated. 

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Top 10 Most-Viewed Sports Stories of the Week

AI GENERATED 

Top 10 Most-Viewed Sports Stories of the Week

1. MLB Regular Season Playoff Race & Division Clinches

   - Why it drew massive viewership: Baseball fans heavily tracked the final stretch of September as major contenders—including the Guardians, White Sox, Cubs, and Padres—clinch crucial postseason berths and battle for remaining Wild Card spots.

2. NFL Week 3 Matchups and Early Season Power Shifts

   - Why it drew massive viewership: Sunday's slate of games dominated national sports broadcasts, with fans tuning in to watch high-stakes early-season divisional clashes, rookie quarterback performances, and bounce-back bids from powerhouse franchises.

3. College Football Week 4: Oregon Outlasts USC in West Coast Shootout

   - Why it drew massive viewership: College football television ratings peaked with a thrilling late-night thriller as Oregon edged out USC in a high-scoring conference battle that drastically impacted early playoff projections.

4. Wisconsin's Historic Comeback Upset Over No. 13 Penn State

   - Why it drew massive viewership: College football audiences tuned in en masse to watch the Wisconsin Badgers pull off a stunning 17-point second-half road comeback against the Nittany Lions in Beaver Stadium.

5. Georgia's Dominant SEC Win Over Oklahoma

   - Why it drew massive viewership: Nationally televised SEC action drew massive numbers as No. 2 Georgia hosted Oklahoma at Sanford Stadium, capitalizing on defensive takeaways to statement-win their way through the conference schedule.

6. Heisman Trophy Odds Shakeup: Jeremiah Smith's Ascent

   - Why it drew massive viewership: College football media outlets generated heavy digital traffic analyzing updated Heisman odds, particularly following breakout performances from standout players like Ohio State's Jeremiah Smith.

7. The 2026 Asian Games Continental Competition

   - Why it drew massive viewership: International sports audiences drove heavy engagement tracking multi-sport medal events, squash finals, and decathlon battles at the Nagoya Games.

8. NFL Draft Projections and 2027 No. 1 Pick Early Odds

   - Why it drew massive viewership: Pro football analysts and fans generated widespread online discussion over early college prospect tracking, particularly quarterback rankings and shifting odds for the top selection in next year's draft.

9. Utah's Resilient Road Win Against Iowa State

   - Why it drew massive viewership: Big 12 conference implications drew heavy regional and national viewership as Utah shook off a slow start to defeat Iowa State behind a massive rushing performance.

10. European Domestic Soccer Title and Table Races

    - Why it drew massive viewership: Global soccer fans closely followed midweek European fixtures and domestic league table shifts as early-season momentum builds across the Premier League, La Liga, and Champions League group phases.

"Nashville turf temp of 157 degrees melts cleats, sends Sirianni for IV - "ESPN

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49995389/turf-temps-157-f-nashville-melts-cleats

"

I've never thought about how hot a stadium can be if it's turf. [The heat] just sits there and bounces up into you," Mailata said. "We've got to bring it up. This is why we want all grass fields, to create a standard of play in the league where we're not putting players in dangerous positions if we don't have to."

"SEC crowd greets Trump with massive cheers ahead of Tennessee-Texas showdown" | OutKick

https://www.foxnews.com/outkick-sports/sec-crowd-greets-trump-massive-cheers-ahead-tennessee-texas-showdown 

College football game of the week: No. 8 Ole Miss beat No. 7 LSU 32–24 on September 19

That was a wild one. No. 8 Ole Miss beat No. 7 LSU 32–24 on September 19 in Oxford, and it turned into a much closer game than it looked like it would be.

How the game unfolded

Ole Miss came out flying and led 10–0 after the first quarter.

The Rebels dominated the second quarter too, taking a 24–7 lead into halftime. They had 289 yards in the first half alone. 

LSU completely changed the momentum after halftime. The Tigers scored 17 unanswered points in the third quarter and tied the game 24–24 early in the fourth.

Then Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss took over. He scored the go-ahead touchdown on a 14-yard run with about 6½ minutes left, and Ole Miss converted the two-point attempt to make it 32–24. 

LSU still had a chance to tie it. The Tigers drove all the way to the Ole Miss 6-yard line with just over a minute remaining.

On fourth down, Sam Leavitt's pass was tipped and intercepted by Ole Miss safety Jaylon Braxton in the end zone with 58 seconds left. That ended the comeback. 

The big individual performance

Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss was the star. He completed 33 of 48 passes for 363 yards and two touchdowns, while also rushing for a touchdown. Traylon Ray had 7 catches for 115 yards and a TD. 

LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt had 158 passing yards, one touchdown and one interception, but he also ran for 63 yards and a touchdown. Dilin Jones rushed for 106 yards and a TD. 

The really interesting part

Ole Miss actually outgained LSU 426–330. So although LSU's second-half comeback made it look like the Rebels were hanging on by their fingernails, Ole Miss had the substantially better offensive production for the game. 

And there was an enormous emotional angle: this was Lane Kiffin's first return to Oxford after leaving Ole Miss to become LSU's head coach. The Ole Miss crowd had been waiting nine months for this game, and the Rebels spoiled his return. AP described the atmosphere as especially intense. 

The ending was particularly memorable: after the interception, Ole Miss celebrated with fireworks and played "Callin' Baton Rouge" over the stadium speakers. 

So, in short: Ole Miss jumped all over LSU, nearly gave the game away when LSU stormed back from 24–7, then Chambliss and the Ole Miss defense made the decisive plays in the fourth quarter.

✝️"High School Football Team Shines ‘the Light of Jesus’ by Giving Every Opponent a Bible After Games *

Wow !

"The Park Christian School football team from Moorhead, Minnesota, leaves Bibles, personal notes, letters from the coaching staff, and phone numbers in opposing players' lockers after every home game. The Park Falcons also provide a meal for the visiting team's trip home as part of their faith-based outreach ministry.

https://www.google.com/search?q=High+School+Football+Team+Shines+%E2%80%98the+Light+of+Jesus%E2%80%99+by+Giving+Every+Opponent+a+Bible+After+Games&client=ms-opera-mini-android&channel=new 

"Grand Valley State football sets single-game scoring record against Judson,96-0

If that's only a school record I wonder what the absolute record is ?! And is that showing a lack of class to keep running up the score after a certain point

"GVSU set the school record for points in a game with a 96-0 win over Judson University, an NAIA school from Elgin, Ill.."

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"College Football Powerhouse Set to Plummet in AP Rankings After Shocking Upset Loss" Texas A&M loses

"Texas A&M entered Week 3 as the No. 9 ranked team in the AP poll and a heavy home favorite, only to finish a 31-21 loser to unranked Kentucky at Kyle Field. The Wildcats, in coach Will Stein’s first road game, used a dominant third quarter to pull off the upset in the Aggies’ SEC opener..."

https://share.newsbreak.com/jn28n5ly 

Top 20 college football games today

1. #1 Texas vs. UTSA

2. #2 Georgia at Arkansas

3. #3 Notre Dame vs. Michigan State

4. #4 Indiana vs. Western Kentucky

5. #5 Miami (Fla.) at Wake Forest (Played Friday: W 33-20)

6. #6 Ohio State vs. Kent State

7. #7 LSU at #8 Ole Miss

8. #8 Ole Miss vs. #7 LSU

9. #9 Texas A&M vs. Kentucky

10. #10 Alabama vs. Florida State

11. #11 BYU at Colorado State

12. #12 USC at Rutgers

13. #13 Texas Tech vs. #22 Houston (Played Friday: W 28-26)

14. #14 Penn State vs. Buffalo

15. #15 Tennessee vs. Kennesaw State

16. #16 SMU at #23 Louisville

17. #17 Utah vs. Utah State

18. #18 Iowa vs. Northern Iowa

19. #19 Michigan vs. UTEP

20. #20 Missouri vs. Troy

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Chargers ticket prices bargain price vs. Cardinals

https://nypost.com/2026/09/13/sports/chargers-ticket-prices-embarrasingly-cheap-vs-cardinals/ 

"

The get-in price for the Chargers’ season opener at SoFi Stadium is $24 on TickPick. In comparison, a tour of SoFi Stadium on an off-day cost $57 alone.."

Bizarre breakdown "Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez files guilty plea in downtown Indy stabbing"

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=lArWvMRgGTQ 

What a very crazy one night that changed Mark Sanchez life forever. Who knows what happened . We still don't know the full story. But apparently he has decided to accept all the blame. 

🏈"Mighty Michigan" lucks out vs West Mich, squeaking away with a hail Mary win "Scandalous" (video)

https://youtu.be/dCKNuVjPYC8?is=8xlKsiGM0leDooJP 

The real question is how Michigan could even come close to losing this game versus West Michigan.

this is supposed to be an easy win. 

Condolences ✝️ "'God's grace is sufficient': Baltimore Ravens star dies after surviving 20 years with ALS |" Live Action

https://www.liveaction.org/news/baltimore-ravens-star-dies-20-year-battle-als 

"

O.J. Brigance became a football star after transitioning from the CFL to the NFL, and became most well known for his time with the Baltimore Ravens. He recorded the first tackle of the game in the team's Super Bowl XXXV victory over the New York Giants, racking up 25 tackles altogether..."

Former Cleveland star QB Bernie Kosar has an admirable Christian/ Catholic life story: God is using him 👍✝️🙏🏈🇺🇸

https://www.google.com/search?client=ms-opera-mini-android&hs=FOnV&sca_esv=954dfbe2094c309e&channel=new&sxsrf=APpeQntIgUA51c1CMsSism5ExFVeAGbMAQ:1786973401493&udm=2&fbs=ABfTbFWotPmnHcxkkzbgh7_8hixekvxhC0jzI_ZbMD5tTKg3QWjS7wAnGvUCSMBXn75SHJ9J7wa83zhVZf4TSHWS8JRk-O8zAxZJx9ccXeVhS7TP5iTTEVHnRJCdER4171nIMSg7sbwIxDZP8Bx0TE2uk1xzfSyORPEq72eYK3rtdWJkuDSuo5ezS4ujFRGENThQXWr9xsK7KW_tWstgNA0GHXgJrVWeHBiTiZ7TDKeZK9gOV9AHwpE&q=bernie+kosar+coma&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiVjMbW4qeWAxXAxQIHHfxRIx0QtKgLegQIFBAB&biw=360&bih=511&dpr=2 

Sage Steele did a nice interview with Bernie worth hearing at 

https://castbox.fm/vb/982312735

Or search  podcasts for sage Steele show 

Good grief 😲 🐍"High School Football Player Practiced for an Hour with Venomous Snake Inside Helmet"

https://www.breitbart.com/sports/2026/08/11/high-school-football-player-practiced-for-an-hour-with-venomous-snake-inside-helmet/ 

"

Maumelle High School Athletic Director Kirk Horton told the media that his whole staff was alarmed when the teen ran in to have his helmet check because he thought something felt strange. When the staff looked inside the helmet, they found a 2-foot-long snake curled up in the padding..."

Fight 💥 "Raiders hold Kirk Cousins, Crosby from practice day after scuffle - "ESPN

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49561930/raiders-hold-cousins-crosby-practice-day-scuffle 

"Cousins and Crosby got into a heated altercation Friday. The five-time Pro Bowler hit Cousins twice during the team period. When Crosby hit Cousins' arm a second time, the 15-year veteran had had enough. Cousins got into Crosby's face, grabbing the edge rusher's jersey, while both exchanged words before it was broken up..."

"Aaron Rodgers Drops the Hammer on 'Absolute Coward' Tony Fauci: 'I Plead the Fifth' –" RedState

https://redstate.com/kyle-becker/2026/08/03/aaron-rodgers-savages-tony-fauci-in-legendary-rant-i-plead-the-fifth-n2205145 

"

I’m gonna plead the Fifth," Rodgers quipped, "like that absolute coward Tony Fauci. Absolute coward. Are you kidding me? You get a pardon, and you pleaded over 100 times at the White House? What are you scared of, Tony? I thought you were the science. ‘I am science,’ and you get up there and can’t answer a question? What are we doing?"

"Family: Ex-LB Billy Ray Smith Jr. died of CTE-caused dementia "- ESPN

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49487068/family-ex-lb-billy-ray-smith-jr-dies-cte-caused-dementia 

"

Former San Diego Chargers linebacker and College Football Hall of Famer Billy Ray Smith Jr. has died. He was 64.

 is with profound sadness that we share the loss of our beloved Billy Ray Smith Jr., who passed away peacefully surrounded by family," the statement said. "Billy Ray faced his long journey with dementia caused by CTE with unmatched bravery, dignity, and strength. Billy Ray brought so much joy, light, and laughter to the world as a devoted father, husband, son, and loyal friend.."

"Kirk Cousins gets nod over Fernando Mendoza to open Raiders camp -" ESPN

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49472920/cousins-gets-nod-fernando-mendoza-open-raiders-camp 

😆😁😄👍"ESPN/NFL sports analyst and Charlie Kirk-hater gets fired on LIVE TV... -" Revolver News

https://revolver.news/2026/07/espn-nfl-sports-analyst-and-charlie-kirk-hater-gets-fired-on-live-tv/ 

"BREAKING: Charlie Kirk Hater Ryan Clark Gets FIRED Midway Through Show-Taping at ESPN

Notorious anti-conservative “sports” commentator Ryan Clark just got the bad news: He is no longer going to be spouting his partisan nonsense on ESPN.

His job was terminated midway through taping NFL Live..."

Real.or staged ?! "WATCH: Tom Brady Slaps 'Dork' Logan Paul At Fanatics Fest"

https://www.mediaite.com/media/sports/watch-tom-brady-slaps-logan-paul-in-the-face-at-fanatics-fest/

"Paul also shared the footage to his X account, writing, “This happened bc I was roasting Tom for beating him in flag football. And he tries to smack me ?? Horrible example for the kids. Aura -100 + Blocked. With a torn tricep.”

"Prosecutors to argue Lions' Arnold should be jailed until trial " - ESPN

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49178216/prosecutors-argue-lions-arnold-jailed-trial 

"

Arnold turned himself in and was taken into custody Wednesday night. Authorities accuse him of leading a plot to detain and pistol-whip three people he believed had stolen from him. It turned out, however, that the victims had nothing to do with the theft in February, investigators said..."

"Russell Wilson confirms he's retiring from NFL, joining CBS "- ESPN

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/48960076/russell-wilson-confirms-retiring-nfl-joining-cbs 

"

Wilson played 14 seasons after being taken by Seattle in the third round of the 2012 NFL draft out of Wisconsin. He spent his first 10 seasons with the Seahawks, leading them to their first Super Bowl championship in the 2013 season. He was traded to Denver after the 2021 season and spent two rocky years with the Broncos before playing one season in Pittsburgh and another for the New York Giants..."

🏈"Steelers’ 4-Time MVP Aaron Rodgers Retires After 22 Seasons And Just 1 Ring"

"Rodgers won MVP awards in 2011, 2014, 2020, and 2021. That 2021 honor made him the fifth player to win consecutive MVPs and the first since Peyton Manning in 2008. His Super Bowl ring came in the 2010 season, Super Bowl XLV, where he earned game MVP honors against Pittsburgh.."
https://share.newsbreak.com/iih71212 

"Trump hosts the 2026 national college football champions, Indiana University * "

https://www.wnd.com/2026/05/watch-trump-hosts-2026-national-college-football-champions/ 

How did Kirk Cousins bc one of the most wealthy NFL players of ALL time w/o even getting to the Super Bowl 🏟️?!

Kirk Cousins is legendary in the NFL not just for his play, but for his masterclass in contract negotiation. As of 2026, he is officially one of the wealthiest players in league history, largely because he pioneered the use of fully guaranteed contracts.

Where He Ranks

While he isn't the single wealthiest (retired legends like Roger Staubach and Tom Brady hold higher net worths due to massive business empires), Cousins is currently among the top 5-10 wealthiest active or recently active players.

Estimated Net Worth: Approximately $180 million to $240 million.

Career Earnings: He has surpassed $321 million in career salary alone. With his recent 2026 deal with the Las Vegas Raiders—a five-year, $172 million agreement—he is on track to pass Tom Brady for 2nd all-time in NFL career earnings.

Why His Wealth is "Different"

Most NFL players sign massive "paper" contracts where only a fraction is guaranteed. Cousins changed the game:

1. Guaranteed Money: Nearly 99% of his career earnings have been fully guaranteed. 

2. Short-Term Leverage: By signing shorter, 2-3 year fully guaranteed deals rather than 10-year "fluff" deals, he has been able to hit the "reset" button on his value more often than any other player in history.

3. The "Raider" Move: Even in 2026, he managed a creative deal where the Atlanta Falcons are effectively paying a significant portion of his current salary due to "offset" language, while the Raiders added more guaranteed money to his pile.

The Richest NFL Players Comparison

When comparing the wealthiest figures associated with the league, Roger Staubach remains at the top with an estimated $910 million built through his real estate empire, followed by Tom Brady at $455 million from his salary, FOX broadcasting deal, and various brands.

 Fran Tarkenton follows closely at $450 million due to his software company ownership. Among the modern era of high-earning quarterbacks, Aaron Rodgers sits at approximately $300 million and Russell Wilson at $250 million, both bolstered by massive endorsements. 

Kirk Cousins rounds out this elite group with a net worth between $180 million and $240 million, unique because his wealth is derived almost entirely from guaranteed NFL salary rather than outside business ventures.

The Verdict: While players like Dak Prescott and Patrick Mahomes have higher annual salaries right now, Cousins' longevity and his ability to secure "real" cash (guarantees) over a 15-season career have put him in a financial tier that very few athletes ever reach.

"Fernando Mendoza, Kirk Cousins parody 'Step Brothers' in Raiders' schedule release video"

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You’re going to have to call me Kirko Chains,” said Cousins, who signed a five-year, $172 million contract with the Raiders last month..."

✝️🙏RIP Craig Morton, Broncos 🏈"Famed NFL Quarterback Dies at 83"

"Former Denver Broncos quarterback Craig Morton died on Saturday at the age of 83, the organization announced on Monday. Morton, who played six seasons with the Broncos from 1977 to 1982, died at his home in Mill Valley, California, surrounded by his loved ones, the team said. .."

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