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With Manfred's support, Braves bring chop to World Series

With Manfred's support, Braves bring chop to World Series

ATLANTA (AP) — As the World Series shifts to Atlanta, some TV viewers may be offended to see Braves fans still chopping and chanting in force. After teams in the NFL and Major League Baseball have dropped names considered racist and offensive to Native Americans the last two years, the

Slow it down: Darnold's mechanics a focus after benching

Slow it down: Darnold's mechanics a focus after benching

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Panthers are tinkering with Sam Darnold's mechanics in hopes of salvaging whatever is left of the quarterback's confidence. Panthers coach Matt Rhule has been working closely with Darnold this week on his footwork, particularly slowing down the QB's backpedal. Darnold's drops have gotten quicker

Bears, 49ers looking to stop skids, get back to winning

Bears, 49ers looking to stop skids, get back to winning

SAN FRANCISCO (2-4) at CHICAGO (3-4) Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, Fox OPENING LINE: 49ers by 3 1/2, according to FanDuel SportsBook. AGAINST THE SPREAD: San Francisco 1-5, Chicago 3-4. SERIES RECORD: San Francisco leads 34-32-1. LAST MEETING: Bears beat 49ers 14-9 on Dec. 23, 2018, in Santa Clara, California LAST

Reasons abound for Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes' struggles

Reasons abound for Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes' struggles

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Turn on the TV or listen to talk radio and just about everyone has an opinion on why Patrick Mahomes is playing so poorly. He's a sleep-deprived new dad who spent too much time doing commercials and endorsements in the offseason. He was galivanting around

Mayfield practices again, still unclear if he faces Steelers

Mayfield practices again, still unclear if he faces Steelers

BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns starting quarterback Baker Mayfield practiced for the second straight day — and tested his injured shoulder while wearing pads and a new harness — as he tries to get ready to play Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Mayfield sat out last week's win over Denver

Rams look for 4th straight win Sunday at terrible Texans

Rams look for 4th straight win Sunday at terrible Texans

HOUSTON (AP) — Matthew Stafford's stellar play has the Los Angeles Rams rolling as they prepare to visit the Houston Texans. "There's not many things he's not doing well, and that's a real positive," coach Sean McVay said. "I think that's a big reason why we are where we are

Bills return from bye week off to host skidding Dolphins

Bills return from bye week off to host skidding Dolphins

MIAMI (1-6) at BUFFALO (4-2) Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, CBS OPENING LINE: Buffalo by 13 1/2, according to FanDuel SportsBook. AGAINST THE SPREAD: Buffalo 4-2, Miami 2-5. SERIES RECORD: Dolphins lead 61-53-1. LAST MEETING: Bills beat Dolphins 35-0 on Sept. 19 at Miami. LAST WEEK: Dolphins lost to Falcons 30-28;

Coming off rout, Patriots look to keep rolling vs. Chargers

Coming off rout, Patriots look to keep rolling vs. Chargers

NEW ENGLAND (3-4) at LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (4-2) Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EDT, CBS OPENING LINE: Chargers by 5 1/2, according to FanDuel SportsBook. AGAINST THE SPREAD: New England 3-4-0, Los Angeles 4-2-0. SERIES RECORD: Patriots lead 26-15-2. LAST MEETING: Patriots beat Chargers 45-0 on Dec. 6, 2020, in Inglewood, California.

Seahawks look to stop skid hosting rested Jacksonville

Seahawks look to stop skid hosting rested Jacksonville

JACKSONVILLE (1-5) at SEATTLE (2-5) Sunday, 4:05 p.m. EDT, CBS OPENING LINE: Seahawks by 3 1-2, according to FanDuel SportsBook AGAINST THE SPREAD: Jaguars 2-4; Seahawks 4-3. SERIES RECORD: Seahawks lead 5-3. LAST MEETING: Jaguars beat Seahawks 30-24, Dec. 10, 2017 in Jacksonville, Florida. LAST WEEK: Jaguars had bye, beat

Column: Atlanta tries to transform itself into Winnersville

Column: Atlanta tries to transform itself into Winnersville

Stephen King could've written "Misery" about an Atlanta sports fan. That would've been a truly horrifying tale. From Jim Leyritz to 28-3, from

Rookie TE Pitts off to dynamic start with improved Falcons

Rookie TE Pitts off to dynamic start with improved Falcons

ATLANTA (AP) — Hard to believe Kyle Pitts is a rookie. The guy looks like he's been around the NFL for years. Just six games into his pro career, Pitts has already become one of the league's most dynamic weapons for the Atlanta Falcons. "There's no blink in his game,"

Week 8 fantasy football guide: Vikings vs. Cowboys

Week 8 fantasy football guide: Vikings vs. Cowboys

If you’re reading this article, you’re having a tough time setting your fantasy football lineup this week. Don’t worry. We’re here for you. Each week, we’ll share our take on eight players involved in the Minnesota Vikings’ matchup, place them in four different categories -- Rockers, Shockers, Mockers and Talkers

Winless Lions desperate for victory vs Eagles before bye

Winless Lions desperate for victory vs Eagles before bye

PHILADELPHIA (2-5) at DETROIT (0-7) Sunday, 1 p.m. EDT, Fox OPENING LINE: Eagles by 3, according to FanDuel SportsBook. AGAINST THE SPREAD: Philadelphia 3-4; Detroit 3-3. SERIES RECORD: Tied 16-16-2. LAST MEETING: Lions beat Eagles 27-24 on Sept. 22, 2019, in Philadelphia. LAST WEEK: Eagles lost to Raiders 33-22; Lions

Green Bay Packers predictions: Week 8 at Cardinals

Green Bay Packers predictions: Week 8 at Cardinals

Just in case playing an undefeated Arizona Cardinals team isn’t hard enough, the Green Bay Packers will have to do so without two of their top wide receivers on a short week and on the road. Welp. Well, there’s always Aaron Rodgers. A prevalent feeling is the Packers quarterback can

NFL Betting: Stadium's Week 8 best picks and advice

NFL Betting: Stadium's Week 8 best picks and advice

During the NFL season, Stadium sports betting analyst Nate Jacobson will break down every single point spread using lines as of Thursday morning. Here are his thoughts on the Week 8 slate.