Matthew Berry breaks down his Love/Hate players for Week 3 and explains to fantasy managers why their seasons aren’t over despite dealing with a rash of injuries.
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PFT unpacks how this matchup is destined to be close in Week 3, given how the Patriots could have some success running the ball but the Jets will have the momentum at home.
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Mike Florio and Myles Simmons outline why Aaron Rodgers’ mobility isn’t what it used to be, given his age and the fact he’s coming off an Achilles tear.
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Plus, a look at the other top Heisman contenders heading into Week 4.
With three full weeks in the books, Texas slides up to the No. 1 seed line, and UNLV enters the bracket for the first time.
Thirty-year-old Minnesota punter Mark Crawford discusses his journey to the states from Australia, the Golden Gophers experience and his relationship with former Iowa punter Tory Taylor.
Joshua Perry runs through his Week 4 power rankings, where Texas, Georgia, Ohio State, Tennessee and Ole Miss lead the way atop college football.
Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry discuss the players that are rising in college football after Week 3, including Arch Manning, Travis Hunter, Curt Cignetti.
Noah Eagle and Todd Blackledge preview the Iowa-Minnesota Week 4 matchup, specifically powerhouse running backs Kaleb Johnson and Darius Taylor leading their respective offenses.
Noah Eagle and Todd Blackledge preview the Week 4 matchup between USC and Michigan, including the opportunity the Trojans have to establish themselves in their first Big Ten matchup since joining the conference.
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NFL
Browns edge rusher Myles Garrett remained out of practice Thursday.
The Ravens got a bunch of players back on the practice field Thursday.
The Browns have let go of one of their special teams contributors.
Jets edge rusher Jermaine Johnson confirmed that he tore his Achilles earlier this week and the Jets moved him off of their 53-man roster ahead of Thursday night’s game against the Patriots.
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Matthew Berry, Connor Rogers and Jay Croucher run through some of their favorite bets for the New England Patriots vs. New York Jets, with odds presented by DraftKings Sportsbook.
Matthew Berry runs through some of his favorite flex plays for Week 3 of the NFL season, explaining why he likes D’Andre Swift, Jerome Ford, Tank Dell and Mike Gesicki as strong picks.
Matthew Berry, Connor Rogers and Jay Croucher break down why Kyler Murray, Joe Burrow and Brock Purdy could be in for big fantasy games in Week 3.
Motor Sports
Despite winning the Indianapolis 500 for the second year in a row, a DQ in the season opener doomed Josef Newgarden in the championship.
Dale Earnhardt makes his first start of the year in the series on Friday.
The Battle at the Bricks expands to a six-hour event this season.
Four drivers will be eliminated from the Cup playoffs Saturday night at Bristol on USA Network.
Premier League
The 2024-25 Premier League season is off and running.
The injury-hit Gunners have to negotiate a tricky trip to Bergamo in their Champions League opener.
Watch video of every goal from Erling Haaland’s 2024-25 Premier League season and see his stats from a glittering young career at Man City, Dortmund, Salzburg, and Molde.
The ankle injury suffered by Arsenal and Norway captain Martin Odegaard is going to cost him more than the North London derby versus Tottenham.
NFL Week 3
Matthew Berry breaks down his Love/Hate players for Week 3 and explains to fantasy managers why their seasons aren’t over despite dealing with a rash of injuries.
Chris Simms details why he thinks the Falcons match up well against the Chiefs ahead of their Week 3 matchup, but he and Mike Florio are still giving the advantage to Patrick Mahomes and Kansas City.
Matthew Berry breaks down his positional rankings for Week 3 of the 2024 NFL season.
The FNIA crew discuss the upcoming Sunday Night Football matchup, where the Atlanta Falcons’ defense excites Rodney Harrison and Tony Dungy outlines how the Kansas City Chiefs will lean on Travis Kelce.
Kyle Dvorchak breaks down the biggest waiver wire targets for Week 3 including Carson Steele, Derek Carr, and Demarcus Robinson.
Pro Football Focus previews the NFL Week 3 matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and Atlanta Falcons, focusing on the quarterbacks on both sides in Patrick Mahomes and Kirk Cousins.
Matthew Berry, Connor Rogers and Jay Croucher discuss why Rachaad White, Aaron Jones and Devin Singletary are all fantasy football running backs to avoid in Week 3.
College Football
Tennessee Volunteers vs. Oklahoma Sooners Game Preview
No. 17 Notre Dame already lost one home game to a Mid-American Conference opponent.
It will be the first career start for Arch Manning, a second year freshman.
Nicole Auerbach and Joshua Perry preview the top 15 showdown between Tennessee and Oklahoma, and explain why they expect the stellar Vols offense to come out on top against an underwhelming Sooners team.
Golf
Leona Maguire joins Golf Channel to discuss her mindset after getting snubbed from the Solheim Cup squad, and how she has found success at the Kroger Queen City Championship.
Patrick Cantlay’s “well-rounded game” will be on display for the United States during the 2024 Presidents Cup.
Take a look at why Tony Finau has all the tools to succeed for the United States in the upcoming Presidents Cup.
Nelly Korda discusses getting to play alongside Jeeno Thitikul at the Kroger Queen City Championship and how it’s keeping her motivated following the Solheim Cup.
The LIV Golf issue has been resolved, at least as it applies to the U.S. Ryder Cup team and the PGA Championship.
How to watch this week’s events around the world of golf.
MLB
MLB Insider Jeff Passan joins the Dan Patrick Show to discuss the possibility of Shohei Ohtani pitching in the postseason for the Los Angeles Dodgers, the White Sox historic season and more.
Jorge Montanez breaks down the week of saves across baseball in his weekly closer rankings and highlights some steals options on the waiver wire.
The 25-year-old Scott began throwing off a mound late last month but said Wednesday he had a difficult time ramping up his off-speed pitches.
Though Jackson Merrill is the current odds-on favorite to claim NL Rookie of the Year honors, Eric Samulski and Scott Pianowski see a path for Pirates’ ace Paul Skenes to make a late challenge.
NBA
A portion of the lawsuit could be re-filed, however, claims of sex trafficking were dismissed with prejudice and cannot be.
The Timberwolves point guard sounded the Gjallarhorn at the Vikings game, burglars took advantage of him not being home.
There was plenty of change in the Pacific Division this summer, with multiple teams making moves that could significantly impact fantasy basketball.
This came weeks after the 76ers used a proposed deal across the river in Camden, New Jersey, for leverage.
Betting
Detroit Lions vs. Arizona Cardinals Game Preview
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Los Angeles Chargers vs. Pittsburgh Steelers Game Preview
College Basketball
The schools announced that their men’s basketball teams would meet Oct. 25 at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Adrian Wojnarowski is retiring from broadcasting to return to his alma mater to take over the newly created position of general manager of the men’s basketball program
Three-star Deondrea Lindsey is ranked No. 140 in the 2025 Rivals150.
Three-star Howard Williams Jr. ranks No. 52 in the 2027 Rivals rankings.
Local coverage
Caleb Williams took valuable lessons away from the loss in Houston, and the Bears need them to stick.
Jalen Hurts has thrown at least one interception in six consecutive regular-season games.
Sean McVay’s job became easier this week leading up to Sunday’s game between the 49ers and Los Angeles Rams.
Can the C’s reach their third NBA Finals in four years, and if so, who might they face?
Latest
The Texans placed tight end Brevin Jordan on injured reserve Wednesday.
The No. 1 overall pick in 2023 was benched for Andy Dalton this week.
The Patriots made one addition to their roster for Thursday night’s game against the Jets.
The injuries are coming fast and furious for the 49ers.
Football, they say, is a war of attrition.