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Top 25 roundup: No. 9 Ole Miss scores on final play to edge No. 24 Louisville

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 05:05:09 GMT

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Lucas Carneiro drilled a 48-yard field goal as time expired for ninth-ranked Ole Miss, which escaped Nashville with a 41-38 victory over No. 24 Louisville on Sunday night in the Music City Kickoff.

Trinidad Chambliss threw for 336 yards and three touchdowns on 21-of-36 passing for the Rebels (1-0). He also added a 5-yard rushing score that gave Ole Miss a 38-24 lea

No. 9 Ole Miss beats No. 24 Louisville on game-ending 48-yard FG

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 04:40:27 GMT

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Lucas Carneiro drilled a 48-yard field goal as time expired for ninth-ranked Ole Miss, which escaped Nashville with a 41-38 victory over No. 24 Louisville on Sunday night.

After both teams struggled through a mistake-laden first half, the Rebels (1-0) and Cardinals (0-1) unleashed a track meet in the second half. After combining for 16 points and 231 yards in the f

49ers place DT Sam Okuayinonu (foot) on IR

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 15:55:07 GMT

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San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Sam Okuayinonu will sit out more than just the team's season opener against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday in Australia.

He will miss at least three more games with a foot injury, as well, after the team placed him on injured reserve on Saturday.

Okuayinonu, 28, recorded 39 tackles and three sacks in 15 games (12 star

Top 25 roundup: No. 16 Michigan stuns Western Michigan on Hail Mary

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 07:40:22 GMT

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Bryce Underwood connected with JJ Buchanan on a 47-yard Hail Mary on the game's final play as No. 16 Michigan survived a huge scare and defeated visiting Western Michigan 13-12 on Saturday in Ann Arbor, Mich.

The Wolverines hadn't scored since their opening drive and seemed headed for a stunning upset in Kyle Whittingham's head coaching debut at

Mariners' slide down standings continues with another loss to A's

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 07:22:21 GMT

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Jeffrey Springs pitched seven scoreless innings to win for the first time since April 14 as the Athletics defeated host Seattle 6-2 Saturday night, further damaging the Mariners' dwindling playoff hopes.

Max Muncy and Lawrence Butler homered for the A's (57-86), who have won four in a row. They'll go for a sweep of the four-game series with their American League We

Faizon Brandon stars in debut, No. 20 Tennessee routs Furman

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 23:19:21 GMT

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Faizon Brandon shined in his collegiate debut as host No. 20 Tennessee comfortably defeated Furman 56-9 on Saturday afternoon in Knoxville, Tenn.

Brandon, the first true freshman quarterback to start a season opener for the Volunteers (1-0) since Brent Schaeffer in 2004, was the first SEC player with three passing touchdow

No. 3 Georgia breezes past Tennessee State in opener

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 22:40:33 GMT

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ATHENS, Ga. -- Gunner Stockton completed 15 of 16 passes for 202 yards and three touchdowns to help lead No. 3 Georgia to a 63-3 rout of visiting Tennessee State on Saturday.

Stockton appeared in just five drives, leading Georgia (1-0) to touchdowns on each of them. Nate Frazier rushed for three touchdowns for the Bulldogs, who outgained the Tigers 660-109. Backup qu

A's ride strong relief pitching, power surge into rematch vs. Mariners

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:40:27 GMT

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The Athletics have had the worst bullpen in baseball this season by a wide margin.

Their relievers' 5.54 ERA is nearly a quarter of a run higher than the Washington Nationals (5.30), and one of only three in MLB above 5.00.

But you wouldn't know it judging by the past two nights in Seattle.

On Thursday, four A's relievers combined for six innings of one-

Dolly Parton's Hollywood Walk of Fame star replaced after original was vandalised

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 02:59:03 GMT

Los Angeles [US], September 5 (ANI): Legendary singer Dolly Parton's Hollywood Walk of Fame star has been replaced after the original one was damaged following her death.

Parton breathed her last on August 25, 2026. She was 80.

The star, which Parton received in 1984, is located at 6712 Hollywood Boulevard and already had a crack before it was vandalised. As of Friday, the star has been fully re

Nashville SC's win streak ends at 4 in draw vs. NYCFC

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 02:05:07 GMT

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Matt Freese made two saves and New York City FC withstood 13 shot attempts from visiting Nashville SC on Friday night in a 0-0 draw.

Despite going the entire second half without a shot attempt, New York City (7-8-8, 29 points) snapped Nashville's four-game winning streak. NYCFC, which only had one shot on target, earned a draw for the third straight game.

Nash

FC Cincinnati in search of better balance vs. D.C. United

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:19:12 GMT

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It will be a contrast in styles when offensively challenged D.C. United take on the high-octane attack of host FC Cincinnati on Saturday.

While D.C. United (5-7-10, 25 points) has scored the second-fewest goals in the Eastern Conference with 28, Cincinnati (8-7-7, 31 points) has tallied the second most in the league with 49.

But somehow, the teams are separa

49ers DT Sam Okuayinonu out for opener vs. Rams in Australia

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 15:05:04 GMT

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San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Sam Okuayinonu was ruled out Friday for the season opener against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia.

Okuayinonu did not accompany the team on its flight to Australia for next Thursday's contest as he continues to work his way back from a foot injury.

'He's a barnyard bully,' 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris

Dominant Nashville SC squad faces middling NYCFC

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:40:27 GMT

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Winners of four straight games and sitting atop the league standings, Nashville SC have built the most impressive resume of any Major League Soccer team.

They are 10 points clear of their closest competition in the Eastern Conference and nine points ahead of Western Conference-leading Vancouver.

Yet heading into the club's road match against New York Cit

Cal, UCLA set to renew acquaintances in season opener

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:05:18 GMT

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New head coaches debut on Saturday when former Pac-12 Conference counterparts UCLA and host California meet in Berkeley, Calif.

Saturday's contest is the first time the programs have faced off since 2023, when Cal breezed to a 33-7 rout to close each university's tenure in the Pac-12. The Golden Bears now represent the Atlantic Coast Conference, while UCLA is i

MLS transactions roundup: SDFC sign F Cedric Bakambu

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:19:04 GMT

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San Diego FC signed free agent forward Cedrick Bakambu through the 2026 season with club options for 2027 and 2027-28, the team announced Thursday.

Bakambu, 35, represented Congo DR at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and spent the past two seasons with La Liga side Real Betis, where he had 15 goals and seven assists in 74 appearances.

'Cedric brings an incredible lev

The Athletic: Dianna Russini violated company rules in Mike Vrabel situation

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:19:15 GMT

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Dianna Russini violated workplace rules at The Athletic by not disclosing her relationship with New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel, but the former NFL insider's reporting was not biased in his favor, according to the website's investigation into Russini.

The Athletic released the findings of its inquiry on Thursday. Russini's actions had been under scrutiny si

Vanderbilt begins post-Diego Pavia era with matchup vs. Austin Peay

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:05:04 GMT

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Vanderbilt, coming off the first double-digit-win season in program history, hopes to start a march to a third straight winning campaign when it hosts Austin Peay on Saturday evening in Nashville.

The Commodores, led by 2025 Eddie Robinson Coach of the Year Clark Lea, Mackey Award-winning tight end Eli Stowers and Heisman Tr

Justin Tucker among 3 kickers to work out for Jets

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:55:16 GMT

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Former Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker was one of three kickers to work out Wednesday for the New York Jets, multiple media outlets reported.

Also at the workout were Michael Badgley and Joshua Karty.

Tucker, 36, has the best resume of the trio.

In 13 seasons in the NFL -- all with the Ravens -- Tucker was a five-time first-team All-Pro, a seven-

North Carolina hospitals use wristbands to help combat maternal mortality

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:23:49 GMT

By Andrew Jones for KFF Health News.

Broadcast version by Zamone Perez for North Carolina News Service reporting for the KFF Health News-Public News Service Collaboration

Derrick Henry Makes His Super Bowl Aim Clear

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 18:00:29 GMT

Ryan Mink

A major reason why Derrick Henry came to Baltimore in 2024 was because of Lamar Jackson.

Now entering his third season in purple and black, Henry's focus is on getting over the hump and winning a Super Bowl with Jackson.

"It would be crazy for me to say I played with Lamar Jackson and we didn't win no championships," Henry said on "The Lounge" podcast. "I cannot have that. I do not want that

After Mini-Break, Jets Dive Into Preparation for the Titans

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:00:21 GMT

HC Aaron Glenn: Week 1 IsAlways Going to Bea Wrinkle

Eric Allen

The Jets will return to practice on Labor Day with the season-opener vs. the Titans on Sunday in Nashville looming. While HC Aaron Glenn likely enjoyed a few meals his wife, Devaney, over the weekend, the Jets' second-year coach carved out some time for Tennessee.

"I'll get a chance to spend a good amount of quality time with my wife wh

Five Swing Factors That Will Define the Ravens' Season

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 16:00:25 GMT

Quentin Corpuel

In any sport, winning a championship requires a lot to go right. Even a small hiccup can derail sky-high hopes.

The Ravens, who have Super Bowl expectations once again despite a disappointing 2025 season, are no different. Staying healthy and winning close games, for example, are paramount in getting to (and over) the mountaintop. The Ravens struggled with both last season.

However, th

Bond between Caleb Williams, Kalif Raymond evident in practice

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:19:00 GMT

Larry Mayer

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and receiver Kalif Raymond showed their cohesiveness in Thursday's padded practice, teaming up to produce an impact play that required perfect timing.

Williams rainbowed a deep pass across the field to Raymond, who caught the ball in stride and hung onto it with safeties Dillon Thieneman and Xavier Woods draped on his back.

"The good thing is we just did it

Titans DE Truman Jones Likes to Think Fast, and Play Fast

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:19:39 GMT

Jim Wyatt

NASHVILLETruman Jones is used to thinking fast, and playing fast.

When the Titans signed him off of New England's practice squad last October, Jones pretty much locked himself in a room and studied his new playbook when he wasn't at the facility meeting with coaches, and practicing.

It paid off, as Jones immediately earned a role on his new team.

This offseason, when t

Jets Sign OL Brant Banks to Practice Squad

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

OL Marquis Hayes Released from the P-Squad

Eric Allen

The Jets have signed OLBrant Banksto the practice squad and released OL Marquis Hayes from the P-squad. The team also reached injury settlements with LB Mykal Walker (released/injury settlement) and RB Dominic Richardson (waived/injury settlement).

Banks (6-7, 306) signed a reserve/futures contract with the Packers in January and spent the summer

Atlanta Falcons announce 2026 team captains

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:28:20 GMT

The organization has named five individuals to the honor.

Tori McElhaney

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. The Atlanta Falcons announced their team captains for the 2026 season.

Running back Bijan Robinson, offensive lineman Chris Lindstrom, safety Jessie Bates III, inside linebacker Divine Deablo and kicker Nick Folk were voted on by the team to be the captains throughout the 2026 season. It is a first-time hono

Inbox: It's worth it in the end

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Never forgo an opportunity to get better in this league

Wes Hodkiewicz

Jeff from Indian Lake, NY

Brian Gutekunst's press conferences are always very eye-opening for me. I feel like I usually learn at least one thing I didn't know about football or the process behind closed doors. This last one included his comment about how hard it is to find big guys later in the year. You see the initial 53 includ

Giants announce 2026 gameday themes & giveaways

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Giants.com

East Rutherford, NJ. - The New York Giants announced today a special lineup of gameday themes and giveaways throughout the 2026 home schedule, including a full MetLife Stadium "Go Big Blue" rally towel giveaway when the Giants take on the Dallas Cowboys on "Sunday Night Football," presented by American Express.

In addition to celebrating the start of the new season, the Giants will honor 25 years

Titans 2026 Kickoff Luncheon Raises Money for the Titans Foundation

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:39:07 GMT

Jim Wyatt

NASHVILLEAfter practicing in blazing hot temperatures, the Titans swapped their jerseys and shoulder pads in for light blue Titans polos and spent part of their day at the Annual Foundation Luncheon.

The event raised money for the Titans Foundation.

Approximately 350 people were in attendance at the Omni Hotel in downtown Nashville. The event was attended by the entire team,

US judge orders forfeiture of virtual assets tied to North Korean IT workers

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:51:41 GMT

US judge orders forfeiture of virtual assets tied to North Korean IT workers

More funding needed to boost construction jobs for young people - housing boss

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 03:16:09 GMT

More funding needed to boost construction jobs for young people - housing boss

Florida House Democrats call for impeachment of Attorney General James Uthmeier - Orlando Weekly

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 21:01:55 GMT

Florida House Democrats call for impeachment of Attorney General James Uthmeier - Orlando Weekly

Investors Await Inflation Data, ECB Cues And Oracle Numbers. Rate Trajectory in Focus. - IBTimes

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:23:27 GMT

Investors Await Inflation Data, ECB Cues And Oracle Numbers. Rate Trajectory in Focus. - IBTimes

Plans for local government overhaul on hold after legal advice government

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 17:41:21 GMT

Plans for local government overhaul on hold after legal advice government

Delaware Memorial Bridge construction begins this week NBC10 Philadelphia

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:54:16 GMT

Delaware Memorial Bridge construction begins this week NBC10 Philadelphia

Roundup- Judge sides with players - 162,000 jobs added - Diesel prices hit record

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 12:23:49 GMT

Roundup- Judge sides with players - 162,000 jobs added - Diesel prices hit record

Bricktown to host first-ever Bandwagon Music Fest

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:11:34 GMT

Bricktown to host first-ever Bandwagon Music Fest

At least 5 dead after Amazon cargo plane barreled off runway at Miami airport

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:09:25 GMT

At least 5 dead after Amazon cargo plane barreled off runway at Miami airport

One shot in early morning NE OKC house party

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:08:24 GMT

One shot in early morning NE OKC house party

It's not just Flock. These cameras, ALPRs may also be in your community

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:05:06 GMT

It's not just Flock. These cameras, ALPRs may also be in your community

Andy 'The Butcher' Williams, guitarist and pro wrestler, dead at 48

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:04:48 GMT

Andy 'The Butcher' Williams, guitarist and pro wrestler, dead at 48

Days left to apply for $50 million settlement over Disney, streaming prices

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:04:24 GMT

Days left to apply for $50 million settlement over Disney, streaming prices

Crashed 'unseaworthy' CalMac ferry had no legal voyage plan - The Herald

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 01:31:10 GMT

Crashed 'unseaworthy' CalMac ferry had no legal voyage plan - The Herald

Teens turn personal cancer battles into care-tracking app

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:49:49 GMT

Teens turn personal cancer battles into care-tracking app

The fastest growing (and declining) job industries of the next decade- Federal data

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:48:44 GMT

The fastest growing (and declining) job industries of the next decade- Federal data

Silver alert issued for Canadian County woman

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:43:25 GMT

Silver alert issued for Canadian County woman

Firefighters battle 20-acre grass fire near Coffee Creek Road

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:38:41 GMT

Firefighters battle 20-acre grass fire near Coffee Creek Road

UPDATE- One person dead after colliding with a train on Southbound I-35 near SE 15th Street

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:37:00 GMT

UPDATE- One person dead after colliding with a train on Southbound I-35 near SE 15th Street

One dead, three injured in Seminole County crash Friday night

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:36:22 GMT

One dead, three injured in Seminole County crash Friday night

Congress needs to clamp down hard on immigration fraud or see support for legal migrants plummet

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:21:20 GMT

Congress needs to clamp down hard on immigration fraud or see support for legal migrants plummet

Trump's signs order allowing ranchers to kill wolves to protect herds

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 18:11:19 GMT

Trump's signs order allowing ranchers to kill wolves to protect herds

Davenport police detective Aric Robinson receives Noon Optimist Respect for Law Award

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 17:41:37 GMT

Davenport police detective Aric Robinson receives Noon Optimist Respect for Law Award