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Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Emeka Egbuka runs the ball against Michigan State Spartans defensive back Nikai Martinez in the second half at Spartan Stadium.

College Football Watchability Rankings: Missouri, Ohio State Take on Major Tests

Though many of the top teams lack a competitive opponent in Week 6, there are still plenty of matchups that catch the eye. Here are the top eight on the docket.

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Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal reacts after a strikeout against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park.

ALDS Preview: Three Keys to Watch in the Tigers-Guardians Series

Detroit's Cinderella run continues into the division series against an American League Central rival in what could be a pitching-heavy matchup.

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal reacts after a strikeout against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park.

ALDS Preview: Three Keys to Watch in the Tigers-Guardians Series

Detroit's Cinderella run continues into the division series against an American League Central rival in what could be a pitching-heavy matchup.

Army Black Knights head coach Jeff Monken celebrates with his team after beating the Temple Owls.

Forde-Yard Dash: Undefeated Service Academies and October Story Lines to Watch

Two monster weekends of games, cross-country travel effects and two soaring teams that are trying to shake up the College Football Playoff.

Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti reacts after winning a game this season en route to a 5–0 record.

Curt Cignetti Backing Up Bold Preseason Claims As Indiana Dominates in 5–0 Start

The first-year Hoosiers coach stacked his roster and staff from the Group of 5 ranks in building an early-season juggernaut who he pronounced would play in the Big Ten title game.

Middleton owns a Phillies franchise that has ranked in the top five of player payroll in each of the last four seasons.

Phillies Owner John Middleton Provides an Unsparing Blueprint for His Peers

Middleton is intent on bringing a title to Philadelphia—and he’s put his money where his mouth is in a time when many team owners prioritize profit over wins.

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Jauan Jennings, Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel sit in the 49ers' locker room before a matchup against the Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.

NFL Players and Writers Issue Conflicting Statements About Locker Room Access

The NFL Players Association aims to put an end to interviews in the locker room.

Davante Adams.

Davante Adams Posts Cryptic Reference on Instagram Story Amid Trade Speculation

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers speaks with Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams after a November 2023 game at Allegiant Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Aaron Rodgers, Tiptoeing Around 'Tampering', Addresses Davante Adams-Jets Trade Buzz

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins celebrates on the field following the club's 36-30 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday night.

Kirk Cousins Put Taylor Rooks's Swag Surfin Lessons to Use After Win vs. Bucs

Fantasy Football

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Oct 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) runs against Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (9) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Bijan Robinson Might Be Fantasy Football's Biggest Bust So Far

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Atlanta Falcons played in what was the best game of the 2024 season, both in terms of real and fantasy football, on Thursday night.

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (13) celebrates after catching a touchdown pass against Chicago Bears cornerback Terell Smith (32) during their football game Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.

Fabs Five: Week 5 Fantasy Sleepers Highlighted by Trey Sermon, Dontayvion Wicks

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker

Last-Minute Fantasy Football Streaming WR With Malik Nabers 'A Longshot' to Play

Start Em, Sit Em: Week 5

Defense and Kicker Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks For Fantasy Football Week 5

NBA

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NBA commissioner Adam Silver presents Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) the KIA NBA MVP trophy.

2024-25 NBA MVP Odds: Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Headline Loaded Market

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey previews the NBA MVP betting market, including the path for some of the top contenders.

Rondo with the Cavaliers in 2022.

Rajon Rondo, Pondering Coaching Career, to Join Bucks in Unspecified Role This Season

Karl-Anthony Towns reacts during a game against the Dallas Mavericks.

Many NBA Executives Believe Timberwolves Won Karl-Anthony Towns Trade With Knicks

Karl-Anthony Towns and Tom Thibodeau in 2017.

Karl-Anthony Towns Says History With Knicks' Tom Thibodeau Gives Him 'Head Start'

MLB

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Ohtani batted .310/.390/.646 with 54 homers in 159 games for the Dodgers this season.

Dodgers Star Shohei Ohtani Had One-Word Response to Question About Playoff Jitters

The Dodgers star is one day away from beginning his postseason career.

Bobby Witt Jr. Watched Derek Jeter Clips to Prep for Yankees' Playoff Atmosphere

Bob Uecker and Howie Rose went through the emotions during the Mets’ shocking win over the Brewers.

It’s Time for MLB to Find a Way to Have Local Broadcasters Call Postseason Games

Pete Alonso homers in Game 3 vs. Milwaukee.

Mets Fan Who Was Recording as Pete Alonso Homered Amazingly Ended Up With the Ball

College Football

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Former Texas A&M Aggies coach Jimbo Fisher eviscerated the state of college football NIL on SiriusXM radio on Friday.

Jimbo Fisher Eviscerates State of College Football NIL

The former Florida State and Texas A&M coach called out the rampant cheating taking place across the sport.

Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter before the game against the Baylor Bears.

Travis Hunter Explains Why He'd Love to Play for the Denver Broncos

Marshawn Lynch attends a California football game.

Marshawn Lynch Will Be the Guest Picker for First Ever 'College GameDay' at Cal

Big Red during the 2022 New Orleans Bowl.

Western Kentucky to Wear Funniest Helmets of College Football Season in Week 7

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Daniel Berger is one shot off the lead through 36 holes in Jackson.

2024 Sanderson Farms Championship Final Payouts, Prize Money, Winnings

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The 2025 Masters is scheduled for April 10-13.

While Focused on Hurricane Helene Relief, Fred Ridley Says Masters Will Go on As Scheduled

Soccer

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Inter Miami is six points away from MLS history

Inter Miami Predicted Lineup vs. Toronto FC: MLS

Real Madrid's last test before the international break comes against Villarreal.

Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs. Villarreal: La Liga

Manchester City play host to Fulham in the Premier League

Manchester City Predicted Lineup vs. Fulham: Premier League

David Raya (left) and Mikel Merino (right) celebrate Arsenal's win over PSG in the Champions League.

Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs. Southampton: Premier League

Aug 28, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians starting pitcher Tanner Bibee (28) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Guardians Veteran Has Seen This Critical Change In Tanner Bibee

May 25, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) reacts during the first quarter of game five against the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference Finals for the 2023 NBA playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-Imagn Images

Report: Knicks Interested in Another Star Trade

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 29: Andy Dalton #14 of the Carolina Panthers looks on before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Bank of America Stadium on September 29, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Predicting the Carolina Panthers' next 4 games on their 2024 NFL season schedule

Jan 31, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Andre Drummond (1) in action against the Memphis Grizzlies during the first quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Sixers Rookie Sees Andre Drummond's Presence as a 'Blessing'

Feb 9, 2015; Denver, CO, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder center Kendrick Perkins (5) during the game against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-Imagn Images

ESPN Analyst Sets Bar High For OKC Thunder

Sep 29, 2024; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) after the game against the Buffalo Bills at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Ravens' Derrick Henry Approaching Historic Milestone

WATCH: Houston's Zeon Chriss 71-yard touchdown run vs. TCU

Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona (77) walks off the field during the fifth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park.

Reds Latest Hire Highlights Pirates Disfunction

Michigan running back Donovan Edwards (7) runs the ball in for a touchdown in the second quarter during the College Football Playoff national championship game against Washington at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas on Monday, January 8, 2024.

Michigan vs. Washington: Where to watch, game information, betting line

WNBA

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Muhl appeared in 16 games for the Storm as a rookie in 2024.

Nika Mühl Posts Inspirational Message After Suffering Season-Ending ACL Injury

Mabrey has added an offensive spark to the Sun this postseason.

Marina Mabrey Has Been the Spark Plug the Sun Needed

The Storm selected Muhl with the No. 14 pick of the 2024 WNBA draft.

Storm Guard Nika Mühl Sustains Torn ACL in First Game With Overseas Team

Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston celebrates with Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark recording a triple-double.

Fever Teammates Sent Caitlin Clark Heartfelt Messages After Rookie of the Year Win

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