The 49ers overwhelmed the Raiders 38-17 behind Brock Purdy, a dominant ground game and four takeaways to improve to 7-1. See how it unfolded at Levi's Stadium.
During the Bruins' 4-1 win over the Florida Panthers at TD Garden on Nov. 8, a stray puck shot into the stands, striking a baby spectator. The incident halted play as players and coaches turned toward the crowd, and a fan later reported the child was briefly stunned but fine after about fifteen minutes. The scare drew more attention than the game itself. The Panthers fell to 9-7-2, while the Bruins improve to 13-4-1, holding first place in the Atlantic Division.
South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers limped through a 17-9 win over Texas A&M on Nov. 6 after an ankle injury in the second quarter, but head coach Shane Beamer reports the concern level is "very low" and Sellers feels fine. Tests this morning were clean, and the Gamecocks expect him to start Saturday against Arkansas. Sellers finished the Aggies game with 251 passing yards, a touchdown, 34 rushing yards and another score, bringing his season totals to 2,100 passing yards, 17 TDs, seven interceptions and 637 rushing yards with seven rushing touchdowns.
Sportsnaut’s Week 10 NFL power rankings highlight a surprisingly tight race after Week 9. The Chicago Bears leap to the top, propelled by MVP‑caliber quarterback Caleb Williams and a pressure‑rich defense, while the Buffalo Bills sit second despite a porous secondary. The San Francisco 49ers remain the only team that could challenge Chicago, thanks to a revived offense and a strengthened D‑line featuring Nick Bosa and DeForest Buckner. Denver, Jacksonville, and other contenders round out the top five, with the Jaguars riding a 58‑point differential after dominant wins over Indianapolis and Baltimore. The rankings set the stage for Sunday Night and Monday Night matchups.
The New York Jets benefited from Sauce Gardner struggling and Quinnen Williams starring in the Dallas Cowboys' win over the Indianapolis Colts.
Right‑hander Jonathan Clark, the South Side Sox’s No. 91 prospect for 2027, turns heads after a breakout 2026. The 26‑year‑old posted a 9‑3 record with a 3.99 ERA, 9 saves and a 1.404 WHIP across High‑A, Double‑A and the Arizona Fall League, earning Fall Stars honors. Signed as an undrafted free agent in 2025, Clark reinvented his arm motion with Tread Athletics, shedding a 8.68 ERA in independent ball to dominate as Birmingham’s closer and excel in the AZFL with the Glendale Desert Dogs. Despite his older age for the level, he’s slated for Triple‑A Charlotte in 2027, making his low ranking a point of debate.
DJ Uiagalelei made his NFL debut on Sunday.
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert suffered a finger injury during Sunday's 44-22 loss to the Houston Texans, and the team will now have to wait and see as to what the severity of the injury is.
The 49ers dominate the Raiders with a 28-17 victory, forcing four straight turnovers and capitalizing on red‑zone efficiency. Brock Purdy throws two TD passes and rushes for one, while Christian McCaffrey adds a rushing TD and 70 total yards. San Francisco builds a 21-7 lead in the first half, outgaining Las Vegas 240‑75 yards, and extends the margin after a pick‑six by Fred Warner and a forced fumble by the defensive line. Kirk Cousins’ fumble and subsequent pick‑six swing momentum, and the Niners finish as one of only two teams with multiple defensive scores. The win highlights a disciplined offense, a stingy defense, and key plays from George Kittle, Brandin Cooks, and Bosa.
The Dallas Cowboys barely escaped a loss in Indianapolis as the offense stepped up late, with Dak Prescott hitting Ryan Flournoy for the go‑ahead score after the Colts' field‑goal. The victory hinges on a late interception by rookie safety Caleb Downs, ending the game before the offense needed to act. Despite the win, the author notes the defense made eight stops while the offense capitalized on only one opportunity—a touchdown to CeeDee Lamb following a fumble. The piece argues the Cowboys' offense has regressed, relying on a strengthening defense to become a balanced unit again.
Paul Finebaum blasted LSU head coach Lane Kiffin after the Tigers fell 31-13 to Alabama on Nov. 8, 2026, saying Kiffin "choked" and questioning the coach’s substance beyond hype. The loss drops LSU to 6‑3 overall, 3‑3 in the SEC, and puts its College Football Playoff hopes in jeopardy. Finebaum warned that Kiffin must rebound against Texas in a primetime Week 11 showdown at Death Valley to salvage his first season’s narrative. The critic’s remarks set the stage for heightened scrutiny ahead of the next high‑stakes matchup.
Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey and the San Francisco 49ers handled the Las Vegas Raiders with ease on Sunday.
Arizona’s women’s basketball team opens home season with a 74-61 win over Iona, despite a slower start that saw the Gaels cut the lead to 20 points in the fourth quarter. Coach Becky Burke fielded 11 players, seven of whom scored at least seven points. Reserve forward Breanna Williams led the Wildcats with 12 points and seven rebounds in under 19 minutes, while freshman Jasleen Green and senior Sumayah Sugapong each contributed 11. The Wildcats struggled with shooting and turnovers, prompting Burke to call for sharper practice before the upcoming UCLA matchup.
Patriots star running back Rhamondre Stevenson exits the game against the Green Bay Packers with a knee injury. The 38‑year‑old suffered the setback late in the third quarter on a six‑yard reception, leaving the field after a brief medical evaluation. He finished with over 70 yards, a touchdown and a fumble before heading to the locker room. New England replaces him with Lan Larison and Corey Kiner for the remainder of the contest. The injury could impact the Patriots' rushing attack moving forward.
For the first time this season two Group‑of‑Five programs break into the national polls. Boise State rockets from #21 to #18 in the USA Today Coaches Poll and to #17 in the AP Top 25 after a 64‑38 win at Colorado State, marking the Broncos’ highest ranking of the year. New Mexico secures its first ever poll spot at #25 in the Coaches Poll, then slips to #23 in the AP after a dominant 31‑3 victory over Nevada. Both western teams entered the weekend as favorites, and their performances keep the Mountain West spotlight alive.
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After a nightmarish slide that has seen the Philadelphia Eagles drop from a 2‑0 start to a seven‑game losing streak, they fell 19‑11 to the New York Giants in Week 9 – their first home loss to the Giants since 2013. With quarterback Jalen Hurts out due to blood clots and the team stuck in last place in the NFC East, head coach Nick Sirianni told reporters during the upcoming bye that staff changes are “always on the table” but won’t be made merely to react to the record. He says any moves must be based on solid reasons. The Eagles aim to rebound in Week 11 at home against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Man Utd drew 4-4 with Aston Villa at Old Trafford on 8 Nov (17:30 WAT). Zirkzee and Dorgu scored in stoppage time after United trailed 4-2.
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua is reportedly expected to undergo an MRI after suffering a knee injury on the final offensive snap against the Commanders.
Rhamondre Stevenson is injured in the second half of the Week 9 game.
The Rams beat the Commanders 20-13 as Puka Nacua caught 14 passes for 150 yards and the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter Sunday in Landover.
The Chicago Bears head into Week 9’s Sunday Night Football showdown with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers missing rookie cornerback Malik Muhammad, who is sidelined with a toe injury. Muhammad, who recorded 21 tackles, five pass breakups and an interception in his first seven games, joins other inactives Case Keenum, Kyle Monangai, Keyshaun Elliott and Jayden Loving. Tyrique Stevenson, cleared from a thumb issue, steps up to fill the secondary gap. The Bears aim to extend their winning streak to four despite the defensive setback.
Redshirt junior Aidan Wallace went unbeaten to win the 174-pound Red bracket and lead the Duke wrestling team Sunday at the Journeymen Collegiate Classic inside Freedom High School in Bethlehem.
The New Orleans Saints beat Cleveland 23-22 in overtime on Juwan Johnson's TD catch, sealing a victory after the Browns failed a two-point conversion.