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Bears Trade Pitch Lands $60 Million CB in Much-Needed Defensive Shakeup

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The Chicago Bears have one of the best run-stopping units in the NFL, allowing the third-fewest rushing yards per game (87.6). But their pass defense has been a different story. Chicago ranks dead last in yards per pass attempt allowed (8.7) and 31st in explosive play rate allowed, and many feel general manager Ryan Poles […] The post Bears Trade Pitch Lands $60 Million CB in Much-Needed Defensive Shakeup appeared first on HEAVY.

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“He’s Done His Suspension”: Andy Reid Breaks Silence on Chiefs Signing Justin Tucker Amid Controversy

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As the news of the signing of kicker Justin Tucker to the Kansas City Chiefs’ practice squad came out on Wednesday, the kicker’s return to the NFL after roughly two years sparked a lot of criticism for the franchise. Against the backdrop of 16 counts of sexual misconduct allegations leveled by massage therapists of eight […]

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“The Rich Get Richer, I Hope That That’s Not the Case”: Oregon State HC JaMarcus Shephard Gives His Verdict on 24-team College Football Playoff

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Oregon State coach JaMarcus Shephard shared a polarizing view on the current proposal for College Football Playoff expansion. While Shephard is in support of a 24-team playoff field, he wants the committee to take care of one thing while deciding how teams will be selected. Shephard reflected that the CFP committee must employ a broader […]

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Latest Eagles Injury Report Doesn’t Deliver Promising Saquon Barkley News

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With a walkthrough scheduled on Wednesday, the Philadelphia Eagles estimated what their injury report would look like if they had a full practice. Saquon Barkley didn’t leave any surprises. The star running back would’ve been a non-participant in practice on Wednesday if the Eagles had hit the field for a session to prepare for the […] The post Latest Eagles Injury Report Doesn’t Deliver Promising Saquon Barkley News appeared first on HEAVY.

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Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh still trusting Mike McDaniel with play-calling despite 0-6 start

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Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh addressed the future of the team’s offensive play-calling Wednesday as the team returned from its Week 7 bye at 0-6. The Chargers entered the break with the NFL’s worst scoring offense at 15.0 points per game after a 22-6 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Los Angeles gained […] The post Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh still trusting Mike McDaniel with play-calling despite 0-6 start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bills’ DJ Moore, Ed Oliver limited at practice after bye week

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The Buffalo Bills entered their first practice week after the bye with questions surrounding wide receiver DJ Moore and defensive tackle Ed Oliver. Both players missed the team’s last two games before the Week 7 break, leaving their availability in focus ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. Moore continues to recover from a […] The post Bills’ DJ Moore, Ed Oliver limited at practice after bye week appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tennessee Gets Recruit Commit From Georgia-Native Over Bulldogs, Alabama

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The Tennessee Volunteers picked up a major recruiting victory on Wednesday night. Preston Glasco, a Class of 2027 cornerback, is coming to play for the Vols. But the big deal is the other programs who were finalists for Glasco: the Georgia Bulldogs and Alabama Crimson Tide. College football recruiting insider Hayes Fawcett shared the news […] The post Tennessee Gets Recruit Commit From Georgia-Native Over Bulldogs, Alabama appeared first on HEAVY.

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"Andy Reid is a clown" "Rashee Rice is still playing so nothing new": Chiefs HC faces backlash from fans over Justin Tucker comment – Sportskeeda

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"Andy Reid is a clown" "Rashee Rice is still playing so nothing new": Chiefs HC faces backlash from fans over Justin Tucker comment  Sportskeeda

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Raiders’ Brock Bowers still dealing with nagging calf issue before Jets game

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The Las Vegas Raiders need to get back on track soon. They began the season strong and it looked like they were going to be a legitimate contender. However, they have now dropped four consecutive games following a 3-0 start. To make matters worse, star tight end Brock Bowers is still dealing with a calf […] The post Raiders’ Brock Bowers still dealing with nagging calf issue before Jets game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Texans place Jaylin Noel on IR, claims ex-Cowboys rusher off waivers

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The Houston Texans have placed second-year wide receiver Jaylin Noel on injured reserve because of a turf toe injury, while claiming running back Emari Demercado off waivers from the Dallas Cowboys to fill his roster spot, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported on Wednesday. Noel suffered the injury during Houston’s Week 7 loss to the New York […] The post Texans place Jaylin Noel on IR, claims ex-Cowboys rusher off waivers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ohio State Buckeyes Might Become College Football Independent

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The Ohio State Buckeyes first played college football as a member of the Big Ten Conference in the year 1913 — so long ago that it was then known as the Western Conference — an ironic name given the expanse of the league now. The current direction of college football, though, may soon send the […] The post Ohio State Buckeyes Might Become College Football Independent appeared first on HEAVY.

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Broncos’ Jaylen Waddle, Zach Allen both sit out practice before crucial Chiefs game

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A half-game behind the Kansas City Chiefs, the Denver Broncos look to defeat their division rivals and regain control of the AFC West on Sunday afternoon. However, the Broncos could be missing a couple of key players when they take the field at Mile High this weekend. According to team beat reporter Nick Kosmider on […] The post Broncos’ Jaylen Waddle, Zach Allen both sit out practice before crucial Chiefs game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Eagles’ Jalen Carter battling through wrist injury that he expects to linger all season

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When it comes to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2026, it feels like when it rains, it pours on the injury front. Jalen Hurts is done for the rest of the season. Lane Johnson and Cam Jurgens are both gone. And now, the Eagles have added a fourth running back to their injured reserve after Dameon […] The post Eagles’ Jalen Carter battling through wrist injury that he expects to linger all season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dick Vitale is ‘full speed ahead’ to call games this college basketball season

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After a number of health-related setbacks have kept Dick Vitale limited in his appearances behind the microphone in recent years, the beloved ESPN college basketball commentator is “full speed ahead” as the season prepares to tip off next week, according to a report in the East County Observer, a local newspaper based in Lakewood Ranch, where…

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