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Taylor: CIN able to 'find a way to win' vs. TEN
Zac Taylor reflects on the Bengals' win over the Titans, as Cincinnati was able to outlast Tennessee in overtime to advance to 5-2.

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It’s crunch time for college football as the selection committee will release its first set of in-season playoff rankings Tuesday.
Liverpool vs Arsenal player ratings were on a razor’s edge for most of the game as the Reds threatened the champs all the way through a 1-0 win at Anfield.
Gabby Williams, named Finals MVP, reacts to the Valkyries first-ever title win over the Atlanta Dream.
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  • DET Wide Receiver #1
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    Williams scored the Lions’ lone passing touchdown on a short corner-of-the-end-zone grab in the first half. Williams was second behind Amon-Ra St. Brown in targets, functioning as the primary downfield threat with a nice 46-yard catch on a Jared Goff shot down the middle. Williams, who came into Week 8 with the 16th most air yards among wide receivers this season, should remain in lineups next week against a vulnerable Buffalo secondary that has struggled against boundary wideouts.
  • DET Quarterback #16
    Goff, like all quarterbacks against the Vikings, seemed lost from start to finish, unable to decipher to intricate Vikings blitz scheme. He was sacked four times and saw pressure on seemingly every drop back before the Lions abandoned the pass game for the run game in the second half. Sunday marked only the second game this season in which Goff did not have multiple touchdown throws, and the first time he has not eclipsed 200 passing yards. Goff should be able to get back on track next week against a bad Dolphins defense.
  • MIN Wide Receiver #3
    Kyler Murray targeted Addison deep a few times in this one and connected with Addison on a 51-yard deep shot over double coverage in the injury-riddled Lions secondary. It was good to see signs of life from Addison, who entered Week 8 averaging fewer expected fantasy points per game than Cooper Kupp and Kendrick Bourne. The team’s primary downfield threat, Addison’s role in the run-heavy Minnesota offense makes him a boom-bust weekly play. That won’t change in a good matchup in Week 9 against the Bills.
  • CIN Quarterback #9
    Burrow and the Bengals passing offense started off slow, ending the first quarter scoreless. A first quarter interception from Burrow in Titans territory led to a Tennessee score the other way. He finished the half on a better note, tossing a 30-yard touchdown to Ja’Marr Chase and a one-yard score to Jack Endries. The second half saw many more possessions between both teams, with Burrow throwing two more interceptions to give the Titans increased opportunities. He was able to lead several scoring drives regardless, tossing three touchdowns in the second half and scrambling for the go-ahead touchdown in overtime. A high-scoring game script leads to very productive days for Burrow and the Bengals offense. Burrow profiles as a fantasy QB1 once again for Week 9 against the Falcons.
  • MIN Tight End #87
    It was Hockenson’s third touchdown grab of the season, as he remains Kyler Murray’s most trusted target in the run-heavy Vikings offense. He now has at least four receptions in four games this year. Hockenson, who came into Week 8 ranked tenth among tight ends in expected fantasy points per game, should remain in all lineups next week against the Bills.
  • LV Running Back #2
    Jeanty was benched as the Raiders’ early-down back, getting out-carried 25-2 by Mike Washington Jr. For his part, Washington was not effective, churning up just 3.3 yards per carry and getting stoned on a bevy of goal-line handles. Speaking afterward, coach Klint Kubiak said the move was his call but that "(Jeanty) is still going to be a big part of our team.” Jeanty made waves during the week when he said the Jets could not tackle. Rather than let the struggling second-year back prove his theory on the field, the Raiders made the takedown themselves for the Jets. While it’s clear Jeanty is now in a true timeshare, we do also take Kubiak at his word that Jeanty will remain a “big part” of the team, almost certainly with double-digit carries more weeks than not. The question is if he can keep catching enough passes to hold RB2 status. Washington is now the preferred short-yardage back, but his failures in Sunday’s highest-leverage spots could keep the door ajar for Jeanty.
  • BAL Quarterback #8
    When asked if this is a potentially season-ending injury for Jackson, Minter’s response was, “We’ll see.” After seeing Jackson’s injury on replay, it was easy to assume the Ravens’ QB1 would be looking at another multi-week absence, but this sounds like the worst-case scenario. If Jackson doesn’t land on season-ending IR, he would be required to miss at least four games before he could even consider a return. Adding insult to injury, the Ravens also lost backup Tyler Huntley in this game to a toe injury, meaning rookie UDFA Joe Fagnano could be in line to start on Thursday night against the Jaguars in Week 9.
  • MIN Wide Receiver #18
    Jefferson once again led the Minnesota offense in targets but it was Jordan Addison and TJ Hockenson who had bigger statistical days in what was Kyler Murray’s best game as a Viking. Jefferson secured a short touchdown in the first half and was mostly invisible in the second half. He was seen shouting at no one in particular on the Minnesota sideline late in the fourth quarter. With just two games of more than 60 receiving yards, Jefferson is somewhat touchdown-reliant in the low-volume, run-first Vikings offense. He’ll face a porous Bills secondary in Week 9.
  • BUF Quarterback #17
    Allen set the Bills’ franchise record for passing touchdowns in the fourth quarter when he completed an 11-yard pass to DJ Moore to put the Bills up 29-10. He added to his total a few minutes later when he connected with Dalton Kincaid down the right sideline for a 23-yard score, as the Bills trounced the hapless Ravens, who were down to their third QB midway through the second quarter. Allen and the Bills’ offense struggled at times, but eventually made the most of multiple possessions, thanks in part to three Ravens turnovers and multiple short drives. Allen also found the end zone on the ground in this one, and came up short of a second rushing score in the second quarter when he was tackled for a three-yard loss while trying to break a run to the outside. Allen and the Bills draw a tough road matchup against the Vikings in Week 9, but Allen is a must-start QB regardless of matchup.
  • MIN Quarterback #1
    It was Murray’s best game as a Viking, and it came against a Detroit defense that was down a half dozen starters by the fourth quarter. Murray for once had a positive drop back EPA and eclipsed 200 passing yards for the third time this season in the run-heavy Minnesota offense. Murray’s best throw of the day came on a 51-yard bomb to Jordan Addison over double coverage. Murray has a couple well-times runs in high leverage situations too. His performance against the injury-riddled Lions secondary could be a good sign for Justin Jefferson and Addison going forward. They’ll face off against a vulnerable Buffalo secondary in Week 9.

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NFL Week 8

Chris Simms and Connor Rogers preview Sunday Night Football with the Philadelphia Eagles clashing with the Washington Commanders.
Jackson was injured early in Sunday’s loss to the Bills.
In one of the most shocking box scores you’ll ever see, the Bucs won without completing a pass in rainy Tampa Bay.
Burrow and Cam Ward had an exciting quarterback duel in Cincinnati.
Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for 153 yards, including a 30-yard touchdown, to help Detroit improve to 5-2.
The streak continues for the Steelers and Browns in Pittsburgh.
Maria Taylor, Devin McCourty and Jason Garrett preview the Week 8 Sunday Night Football matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Washington Commanders.

NFL

The Chargers’ offense remains poor with coordinator Mike McDaniel and quarterback Justin Herbert.
Chiefs rookie running back Emmett Johnson entered Sunday’s game with 28 touches for 171 yards.
On Sunday afternoon, Josh Jacobs’s lawyers issued a lengthy and detailed statement responding to the additional allegations of violence contained in documents released by local police on Friday, in connection with the battery charge to which Jacobs previously pleaded no contest.
The Rams had just five rushing attempts in their first two quarters.

NBA

The Timberwolves, Pacers and Raptors are among the teams that have to account for star players being sidelined for extended periods after Week 2.
LeBron had 20 points and the dagger putback Friday as the 76ers beat the Knicks. Again.
That’s three Thunder starters, all key defenders, now out for significant time.
This throws cold water on one of the best stories of the early season, the Trail Blazers offense.

Valkyries win 2026 WNBA title

HLs: Valkyries take WNBA Finals with Game 7 win
The Golden State Valkyries won the first-ever Game 7 in WNBA Finals history against the Atlanta Dream, becoming the fastest expansion team to win a title after just two years in the league.

MLB

The 31-year-old Rasmussen went 16-5 with a 2.67 ERA in 30 starts during the regular season.
Robert played only three games for the Orioles before landing on the injured list because of hamstring issues.
While just 148 days remain until the start of the 2027 season, owners have proposed a salary cap for the first time since their 1994 plan led to a 7 1/2-month strike.
A 31-year-old right-hander, Alcantara was 13-11 with a 3.87 ERA in 33 starts and three relief appearances this year, his second season following Tommy John surgery.

Premier League

Rebecca Lowe answers Tim Howard’s and Robbie Earle’s most pressing questions from Matchweek 9, including her thoughts on Arsenal’s style of play, Spurs’ striker issues, Brighton’s potential to contend, and more.
Kai Havertz and Declan Rice share their thoughts on Arsenal’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, their first win at the ground in 14 years.
Andoni Iraola was out-scrapped by his old pal as Mikel Arteta as Liverpool scratched and clawed but couldn’t find an equalizer in a tight and tense 1-0 loss to Arsenal at Anfield on Sunday.
All of the details you need on the fixtures for the 2026-27 Premier League season.

College Football News & Analysis

It’s crunch time for college football as the selection committee will release its first set of in-season playoff rankings Tuesday.
College football is unpredictable and delightful, which is why we live for what happens on Saturdays.
Relive the top highlights from USC’s 30-18 win over No. 2 Ohio State, in which the Trojans dominated from start to finish fueled by Trent Mosley’s dominating performance.
John Fanta explains why Notre Dame needs to “make a statement” against the mighty Miami Hurricanes as the College Countdown Crew previews the heated rivalry between the Hurricanes and the Fighting Irish.
Joshua Perry wonders what the College Football Playoff committee thinks of Wake Forest and if they’re a legit contender out of the ACC.
The College Countdown crew reviews Georgia’s win against UF and talk about how the Bulldogs continue to separate themselves from the rest of the SEC in terms of consistency.
The Indiana Hoosiers survived yet another scare against the Minnesota Golden Gophers in a gritty 23-16 victory; The College Countdown crew believes they will continue to “figure things out.”

CBB News & Analysis

Dan Hurley and Geno Auriemma sit down with John Fanta ahead of the 2026-27 season, looking back at their long coaching careers, the evolution of UConn’s programs, the unique environment in Storrs and much more.
John Fanta walks Jay Croucher through selections for the preseason top 25 teams in men’s college basketball, where Duke, UConn and Florida are among those highlighting the rankings’ top end.
St. John’s head coach Rick Pitino and Illinois head coach Brad Underwood join Fanta in 60 to preview the upcoming college basketball season and discuss how their new-look rosters are coming together.
JuJu Watkins sits down with Meghan McKeown discusses her rehab from injury, her relationship with Jazzy Davidson, USC’s historic rivalry with UCLA and much more.
Florida will start the men’s college basketball season where it ended it two seasons ago.
The Gamecocks received 23 first-place votes from a 31-member national media panel.
John Fanta delivers his Fanta Five of the top five scariest players in college basketball you don’t want to face, headlined by Florida’s Thomas Haugh.

Motor Sports

Hendrick Motorsports swept the top two spots and is on the verge of clinching its record 16th championship.
The Xfinity 500 isn’t going according to plan for title hopeful Kyle Larson, as William Byron wins Stage 1 over Ty Gibbs and Denny Hamlin steals a point with a top-10 stage finish.
Denny Hamlin will need every ounce of his Martinsville mastery after Kyle Larson’s dramatic win at Talladega put him on the brink of a third NASCAR Cup championship.
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Rotoworld

Ranking and evaluating all of Week 8’s top plays at quarterback, running back, receiver, tight end, kicker and defense.
Chuba Hubbard rushed for 81 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries and added 38 yards on seven receptions against the Packers, reinforcing his status as a locked-in top-12 fantasy running back going forward.
Ja’Kobe Walter and Tristan da Silva lead a group of 10 players worth streaming this weekend.
With news that A.J. Brown did not practice on Thursday, Kyle Dvorchak breaks down Brown’s outlook and other Patriots who will have an increased workload in the star receiver’s absence.
After Lamar Jackson participated in a full practice for the Ravens this past Thursday, Kyle Dvorchak breaks down what a fantasy roster with Ravens players should look like given that Lamar returns to action.

Betting

Golf

One possibility was a playoff early Monday to decide a winner, provided the weather allowed.
The players departing from LIV Golf seem to be increasing by the day with a Sunday deadline potentially looming for other players to decide.
Chandler Blanchet made a pair of eagles, one from 50 feet and the other from 5 feet, to post his best score of the year — a 9-under 62 — and take a one-shot lead after the first round of the Butterfield Bermuda Championship.
Ross Steelman learned to repair golf clubs when he was in high school in Missouri and it never really left him.
A week after Rahm’s attorney told the court his client would not play on the beleaguered tour in 2027, the agreement was filed Wednesday and is scheduled for a judge’s approval Nov. 5.
Since completing the career Grand Slam, Rory McIlroy constantly has been looking for new ways to inject some freshness and spark into his golf.

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The Giants hit their bye week in first place in the NFC East with a 4-2-1 record and that’s made the prospect of bolstering the roster in the trade market a popular topic of conversation around the team.
Chris Olave and A.J. Brown are fantasy football buy-low trade targets.
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The Rays aim to send the World Series back to Milwaukee after taking down the Brewers in extra innings.