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Young has won just two of his 18 career starts.

Benching Bryce Young Was Not a Rash Decision

Understanding the Panthers’ decision to sit a player they invested a No. 1 pick in two drafts ago. Plus, more notes on Sam Darnold, the Falcons’ plan around Kirk Cousins, Harrison Butker, Brock Bowers and more.

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Luis Arraez hit .386 during his 141 plate appearances between strikeouts.

17 Things That Happened Between Luis Arraez's Last Two Strikeouts

A lot changed during MLB’s longest strikeout “drought” in 23 years.

17 Things That Happened Between Luis Arraez's Last Two Strikeouts

A lot changed during MLB’s longest strikeout “drought” in 23 years.

USC Trojans running back Quinten Joyner (0) celebrates with offensive lineman Mason Murphy (76) after scoring a touchdown.

Forde-Yard Dash: Week 4 Games of Escalating Intrigue

Matchups between unbeatens, conference debuts and when a win could still spell a coach’s firing are all on tap this weekend.

Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are 2–0 after a big win in Detroit on Sunday.

NFL Power Rankings: Straddling the Line Between Seeing and Believing

Two games aren’t enough to completely dispose of preseason expectations, but it’s enough to reexamine what we thought we knew.

Young has fallen well short of expectations after being the No. 1 draft pick.

SI:AM | Is There Any Path Back for Bryce Young?

Perhaps he’ll benefit from taking a step back, or perhaps the only solution is a change of scenery.

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Bowers caught nine passes for 98 yards in the Raiders' win over Baltimore on Sunday.

Rob Gronkowski States Brock Bowers Has Potential to Be Better Than Himself

High praise from the future Hall of Fame tight end.

Phillips has two tackles and one sack so far this season.

Dolphins' Jaelan Phillips Opens Up About Mental Challenges He Battles After Bad Games

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams warms up before a game.

One Glaring Stat Encapsulates Early Struggles for Rookie QBs in 2024

Cousins threw for 241 yards and two touchdowns on 20-of-29 passing Monday night against Philadelphia.

NFL Fans Loved Kirk Cousins's Humble Quote After Leading Falcons to Comeback Win

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Sep 15, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) throws against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Week 3 Fantasy Football PPR Rankings for Every Position

Fantasy football insider Michael Fabiano ranks players for every position based on PPR leagues ahead of NFL Week 3.

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt

Don't Expect Much From Kareem Hunt in Fantasy Football

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) walks for the locker room after the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 2 game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Cincinnati Bengals at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024. The Chiefs took a 26-25 win with a go-ahead field goal as time expired.

Buy Low Sell High: Immediate Trades to Make in Fantasy Football Week 3

Dec 24, 2023; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea (50) lines up against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the second quarter at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Top Fantasy Football Streaming Defenses for Week 3

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Jun 16, 2022; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) celebrates with head coach Steve Kerr after the Golden State Warriors beat the Boston Celtics in game six of the 2022 NBA Finals to win the NBA Championship at TD Garden.

Warriors Coach Steve Kerr Shares the Draymond Green Action That Made Him the Angriest

"He crossed the line," the Golden State boss said.

Feb 29, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Ben Simmons (not in uniform) sits on the bench in the first quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Ben Simmons Comeback Season Has Arrived: 'Big Season Loading'

James and Wembanyama won Rookie of the Year 20 years apart

Victor Wembanyama's Rookie Season Being Commemorated With High-End Trading Card From Topps

Oct 10, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Fans hold a flag for the Seattle Supersonics during the fourth quarter of a game between the Utah Jazz and LA Clippers at Climate Pledge Arena.

Thunder Will Transfer History to SuperSonics If Seattle NBA Team Returns in Future

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Witt celebrates while running the bases after hitting a grand slam against the Detroit Tigers.

Royals SS Bobby Witt Jr. Made MLB History During Clash vs. Tigers

An impressive accomplishment for the Royals' superstar shortstop.

Ohtani now has 48 home runs to go along with 48 stolen bases.

Shohei Ohtani Absolutely Annihilated His 48th Home Run Into the Upper Deck

Andy Fletcher had some trouble relaying a call from New York.

Mets Fans Had No Patience For Umpire Struggling to Announce Results of Replay Review

Arraez finally struck out after 141 plate appearances.

Luis Arraez Finally Struck Out After an Incredible 141 Plate Appearances

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College Football Straight Up Picks for Top 25 Games in Week 4: Who Wins Coin Flip Utah and Oklahoma State?

College football picks against the spread and preview for each top 25 game, including Oklahoma State vs. Utah in the Big 12 opener for each team.

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin on the field before the Rebels' game against Wake Forest on Saturday.

Ole Miss Coach Lane Kiffin Slams Wake Forest for Backing Out of 2025 Matchup

Sep 14, 2024; Logan, Utah, USA; A general view of NCAA footballs lined up before a game.

Springfield College Cancels Athletic Events Through End of Week Due to Threats

Tennessee is adding a "talent fee" to its season tickets for 2025 in an effort to boost its NIL for the football program.

Tennessee Capitalizing on NIL With 'Talent Fee' on 2025 Season Tickets

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Nelly Korda won three of four matches as the Solheim Cup returned to the U.S.

Fact or Fiction: A New Solheim Cup Win Streak Starts Now for the U.S.

Tiger Woods missed the cut in three of four majors in 2024.

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Steve Stricker hits a shot out of the sand trap at the Kaulig Companies Championship.

Steve Stricker Recreated Iconic Michael Jordan Photo After Three-Peating at Tournament

Paying Jon Rahm's fines in order to play on the DP World Tour and maintain Ryder Cup eligibility isn't as easy as it sounds.

DP World Tour Rejected LIV Golf's Attempt to Pay Jon Rahm's Fines

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Real Madrid's new signings impressed in their first Champions League match for Los Blancos.

Real Madrid Player Ratings: Los Blancos Rally to Beat Stuttgart 3–1 in Champions League

Álvaro Morata assisted Christian Pulisic's opening goal

AC Milan Player Ratings: Rossoneri Lose to Liverpool at San Siro Despite Fast Start

Endrick found the back of the net against Stuttgart.

Endrick Scores Goal in Real Madrid Champions League Debut

Leroy Sane, Harry Kane, Thomas Müller and Joshua Kimmich celebrate in Bayern Munich's victory.

Every Goal From Bayern Munich's 9-2 Champions League Win vs. Dinamo Zagreb

Sep 8, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bengals center Ted Karras (64) runs onto the field before the game against the New England Patriots at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

Week 2 Grades: How Did Bengals' Offensive Line Perform Against Chiefs?

One Blazers Player Could Emerge As Intriguing Fantasy Flier Pick This Season

Jun 8, 2024; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Red Bull Racing driver Sergio Perez (MEX) in the pit lane at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. Mandatory Credit: Eric Bolte-Imagn Images

Red Bull Chief Reveals Key Issue Following Sergio Perez's Azerbaijan GP Crash

Red Sox Prospect Compared To David Ortíz, Ted Williams In Moment Of Absurd Hype

The Seattle Mariners Armed Forces Day hat is pictured in the dugout before a game against the Atlanta Braves on May 20, 2023 at Truist Park.

Seattle Mariners Top Prospect Earns Final Regular Season Weekly Honor

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene (21) reacts after escaping the top of the fourth inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The Pirates won the second game of the series, 9-5.

Cincinnati Reds Ace Hunter Greene Continues to Make Progress in Hopes of Returning This Season

Aug 18, 2024; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Pete Fairbanks (29) reacts after he gave up a 3-run home run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the ninth inning at Tropicana Field.

Tampa Bay Rays' Jeffrey Springs, Pete Fairbanks Ruled Out For Rest of 2024

Apr 2, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; McDonald's All American East forward Cooper Flagg (32) shoots a three point basket over McDonald's All American West forward Donavan Freeman (10) during the first half at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Two NBA Teams Are In Dire Need Of Winning 2025 NBA Draft Lottery

Sep 10, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) warms up before the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

9-Year NBA Veteran Reacts To Justin Jefferson's Instagram Post

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Sheryl Swoopes Claims Caitlin Clark Isn't Dominating the WNBA

Caitlin Clark of the Indiana Fever and boyfriend Connor McCaffery attend a game between the New York Yankees and the Texas Rangers at Yankee Stadium on August 10, 2024 in New York City.

Caitlin Clark Gave a Sweet Shoutout to Her Boyfriend After He Landed Coaching Job

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Hall of Famer Praises Caitlin Clark as the 'Best Passer in the League'

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