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The 49ers lost Sunday, but Purdy was not the reason

Brock Purdy Is Proving He Deserves a Market-Setting Contract

While the 49ers are without his top skill-position players, the QB is showing his team he is the long-term answer.

Conor Orr
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The 49ers lost Sunday, but Purdy was not the reason

Brock Purdy Is Proving He Deserves a Market-Setting Contract

While the 49ers are without his top skill-position players, the QB is showing his team he is the long-term answer.

Conor Orr
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Matthew Stafford notched his first regular season win against the 49ers as a member of the Rams in his sixth try.

What We Learned in NFL Week 3: Rams Stay Afloat, Panthers Start Fresh

Sean McVay’s team is far from dead in the NFC West after avoiding an 0–3 start to the season with a furious rally against their biggest rivals. Plus, New Orleans is proven mortal and Carolina looks much better with Andy Dalton. 

Gilberto Manzano
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Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Michael Hawkins was subbed in against the Tennessee Volunteers and could make the start next week.

Forde-Yard Dash: Quarterback Changes, Close-Game Losses and Regression to the Mean

Each week, The Dash will identify 12 people dealing with damaged College Football Playoff hopes, and gauge their teams’ chances of rebounding from calamity.

Pat Forde
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Fields has won three games to start the season after coming over from the Bears this offseason

It Should Be Clear Justin Fields Has Won the Steelers’ Starting Job

Mike Tomlin is showing more trust in his quarterback, and he should stay in the lineup even when Russell Wilson is cleared.

Conor Orr
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Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris stands on the sideline.

Falcons' Raheem Morris Wouldn't Discuss Missed Penalty Call vs. Chiefs

Raheem Morris didn't want to talk about the no-call on a potential pass interference late in the fourth quarter.

Karl Rasmussen
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Robinson is tackled by Kansas City Chiefs defensive end George Karlaftis (56) in the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Falcons Make Questionable Final Play Call During Week 3 Loss to Chiefs

Karl Rasmussen
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Indianapolis Colts safety Julian Blackmon brings down D'Andre Swift during a game against the Chicago Bears at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Bears' Offensive Line Issues Perfectly Summed Up in Brutal Week 3 Moment

Karl Rasmussen
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Carson Steele’s Family Watching His First Chiefs Start vs. Falcons Was a Special Moment

Kristen Wong
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Aug 24, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA;  Houston Texans running back Cam Akers (22) rushes against the Los Angeles Rams in the first quarter at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Cam Akers Fantasy Football Value Rises With Joe Mixon Listed as Doubtful for Sunday

Joe Mixon is doubtful for Sunday. Dameon Pierce is out. It's Cam Akers time.  Get ready to fire up your waiver wire runner his weekend vs. the Vikings.   Aker

Jennifer Piacenti
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Sep 6, 2024; Sao Paulo, BRA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) throws during the second half against the Philadelphia Eagles at Neo Quimica Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Should Fantasy Managers Start Jordan Love?

Jennifer Piacenti
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Sep 19, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) is tackled by New England Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones (25) during the third quarter at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Fantasy Football Managers Should be Concerned About Garrett Wilson

Michael Fabiano
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Sep 8, 2024; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA;  New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) celebrate a touchdown catch with wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) against the Carolina Panthers during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

Fabs Five: Derek Carr, Rashid Shaheed Among Fantasy Sleepers in Week 3

Michael Fabiano
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Adrian Wojnarowski at the 2023 NBA draft.

ESPN Unlikely to Hire Replacement for Adrian Wojnarowski After His Retirement

There's only one "Woj."

Patrick Andres
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New York Knicks guards Josh Hart and Jalen Brunson appeared on NBC's 'Late Night' with Seth Meyers.

Josh Hart Pokes Fun at Size of Jalen Brunson's Head in 'Late Night' Appearance

Mike McDaniel
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Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid signed a lucrative three-year contract extension on Friday.

Joel Embiid, Sixers Agree to One of the Richest Contracts in NBA History

Mike McDaniel
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Los Angeles Lakers logo at Staples Center.

What Does the Number '44' on Lakers Jerseys Stand For?

Ryan Phillips
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Bryan Reynolds #10 of the Pittsburgh Pirates, Jackson Merrill #3 of the San Diego Padres and Paul Skenes #30 of the Pittsburgh Pirates watch from the dugout during the 94th MLB All-Star Game at Globe Life Field on Tuesday, July 16

Predicting the Top Three NL, AL Finishers in MLB's Rookie of the Year Races

This year's list of candidates for the coveted award is stacked, but which players will take home the hardware?

Tim Capurso
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Clark is the front-runner to be named 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year after averaging 19.2 points, 8.4 assists and 5.7 rebounds per game.

Caitlin Clark Tells Funny Story Behind Her Attempt at MLB Play-by-Play Announcing

Tom Dierberger
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Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander reacts to the crowd while walking to the dugout after a pitching change in the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park on Friday.

Astros Fans' Gesture to Justin Verlander After Rough Outing Was Pure Class

Tim Capurso
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Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani hits a two-run home run in the fifth inning of Friday's win over the Colorado Rockies.

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Hit One of the Most Ridiculous Home Runs of MLB Season

Tim Capurso
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Sep 14, 2024; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck (15) drops back to pass against the Kentucky Wildcats during the first quarter at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Carter Skaggs-Imagn Images

Opening Odds for College Football Week 5: Georgia Faces Stiffest Test of Season Against New Look Alabama

College football opening odds and preview for Week 5, highlighted by Georgia vs. Alabama.

Reed Wallach
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Auburn Tigers head coach Hugh Freeze reacts to a play during the game vs. Arkansas.

Auburn’s Hugh Freeze Gives Blunt Quote About His QB’s Struggles in Loss to Arkansas

Madison Williams
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LaJohntay Wester catches a pass to tie the game in the final seconds of the fourth quarter.

Connor Onion Nails Call of Colorado's Miracle Hail Mary: 'Just Like 1994'

Kyle Koster
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Colorado Buffaloes defensive tackle Tawfiq Thomas celebrates as fans rush the field following an overtime win over the Baylor Bears.

College Football Week 4 Takeaways: Colorado Remains the Most Riveting Show

Pat Forde
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Cam Smith and the all-Australian Ripper GC won the LIV Golf Team Championship Sunday in Dallas.

LIV Golf Threw a Texas-Sized Party for Its Team Championship, and Fans Turned Out

Art Stricklin
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Cam Smith's Ripper GC took the LIV Golf 2024 team title Sunday in Dallas.

LIV Golf Team Championship Final Payouts, Prize Money, Results: Ripper GC Wins $14 Million

Jeff Ritter
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Best Golf Push Carts

Best Golf Push Carts for 2024

Paul Liberatore
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Fall means time to layer up before teeing it up.

Gear Up for Fall Golf With New Layers at Discounted Prices

Janice Ferguson
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Christian Pulisic fired AC Milan in front vs Inter Milan

Christian Pulisic Continues Goal Streak With Milan Derby Stunner vs. Inter

Braden Chalker
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Ignacio Rivero scored winning goal for Cruz Azul

Cruz Azul Player Ratings vs. Chivas – Liga MX's Top Team Returns to Winning Ways

Roberto Casillas
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Arsenal faced its toughest test of the season: a trip to the Etihad Stadium

Arsenal Player Ratings vs. Manchester City – Points Shared Despite 10 Men

Max Mallow
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Erling Haaland holds the record for fastest player to score 100 goals for a single club.

Erling Haaland Ties Cristiano Ronaldo's Record for Fastest to 100 Goals at One Club

Max Mallow
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Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark (22) looks at the video board in the fourth quarter against Connecticut Sun during game one of the first round of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs at Mohegan Sun Arena.

Caitlin Clark Had Powerful Message for Her Team After Game 1 Playoff Loss to Sun

Andy Nesbitt
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Sun’s DeWanna Bonner Had Funny Reaction to Shutting Out Caitlin Clark for a Half

Kristen Wong
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Connecticut Sun Troll ‘Bandwagon’ Fever, Caitlin Clark Fans Before Playoff Game

Kristen Wong
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Caitlin Clark Brushes Off MVP Voting Results Ahead of WNBA Playoffs

Kristen Wong
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