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Legendary Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger reflects on his unbeaten streak against the Cleveland Browns—never losing a regular‑season game in Pittsburgh during his career. The blog recounts his dominant performances, highlights key victories, and notes that the streak still stands even years after his retirement.
Utah State opened the Ben Jacobson era with a 94-58 win over Idaho State. Here’s what clicked — and what needs work before Saturday’s Omaha game.
Vancouver’s 6‑ft‑4, 209‑lb forward Drew O’Connor is drawing trade interest, landing No. 18 on The Fourth Period’s November Trade Watch List. In 16 games this season he has 2 goals, 4 points and a career‑high 15:53 minutes per night, while posting a 96th‑percentile skating speed. The Canucks signed him to a two‑year, $5 million extension ($2.5 M cap hit) after acquiring him from Pittsburgh in 2025, and he becomes an unrestricted free agent this summer. With Vancouver’s rebuild under GM Ryan Johnson, O’Connor is a top trade chip for contenders seeking a physical, speedy depth forward before the deadline.
The Toronto Raptors announced on Tuesday night that star forward Kawhi Leonard has "successfully completed treatment to address left knee swelling" and will now begin the "return to play process."
Two Los Angeles City Section high schools—Gardena (Div II No. 16 seed) and Westchester (Div III No. 6 seed)—are heading to the 2026 playoffs despite finishing the regular season 0‑10. The league’s computer‑ranking system, which values strength of schedule over win‑loss records, placed both teams in the bracket. Gardena will travel to top‑seeded Jefferson, while Westchester hosts No. 11 Rancho Dominguez on November 6. Critics like Hamilton’s Elijah Asante call the move “pretty bad,” and officials say a rule change may be proposed to prevent another winless playoff entry.
Defender Mothobi Mvala anchors Mamelodi Sundowns’ backline as they blank Golden Arrows’ Junior Dion in a 1-0 Carling Knockout win, clinching a semi‑final spot. Iqraam Rayners delivers the match‑winner with a second‑half header, while coach Miguel Cardoso praises the defensive discipline. The victory, reported by Elias Boateng for AfricaSoccer.com on November 4, 2026, highlights Sundowns’ blend of sturdy defending and timely scoring.
Ben Roethlisberger argues that Steelers rookie running back Jaylen Warren deserves an NFL MVP nod, a rarity for non‑quarterbacks. The article notes that quarterbacks have captured the MVP 33 of 41 times since 1987, with running backs accounting for only eight wins. Roethlisberger’s endorsement highlights Warren’s early-season impact and puts him in a small elite group of non‑QB MVP candidates, suggesting a compelling case for the award.
The Dallas Cowboys are 3-5 on the season after falling 33-30 to the Arizona Cardinals in Week 8. With the November 10 trade deadline quickly approaching, the franchise may have to consider selling if the losing continues. However, it doesn’t sound like George Pickens is being considered as a trade candidate for the front office. […] The post Ian Rapoport would be ‘beyond stunned’ to see Cowboys trade George Pickens appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Red Sox swung a trade with the Cardinals on Tuesday afternoon, acquiring 18-year-old right-hander Juan Garcia in exchange for left-hander Eduardo Rivera. The deal marks Boston’s third trade of the offseason, following moves last week that sent Nate Eaton to the Athletics in exchange for minor leaguer Jareth Rayo and Tsung-Che Cheng to the … Continue reading "Who did Red Sox acquire from Cardinals for Eduardo Rivera?"
After Monday night’s victory over the Seahawks, the Chicago Bears have moved to 6-2. Caleb Williams led Chicago to another impressive victory, this time on the road against the defending Super Bowl champions. 34-17 was the final score, as the Bears took the lead after their first drive and never looked back. The addition of [...] The post Mind-blowing stat shows that Bears QB Caleb Williams could be building an MVP case appeared first on ChiCitySports .
With the fanbase examining the Toronto Raptors injury report regarding the knee issue for Kawhi Leonard, the team has announced a key update when it comes to the 35-year-old star. As the sports world has been wondering about a possible knee injury timeline for the Raptors forward, it looks like the star has completed his […] The post Raptors give Kawhi Leonard injury update after completing knee treatment appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Kawhi Leonard is cleared to return after completing treatment for left knee swelling, ending a five-game stretch that saw the Raptors slip to a 2-3 record. The two‑time All‑Star has been averaging 19.5 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.5 steals in two games this season, though his field‑goal percentage sits at 32.4%. Leonard’s last full season came with the Clippers (65 games), and his most recent serious injury was a right‑knee inflammation that kept him out for the first 34 games of 2024‑25.
The College Football Playoff committee places the Iowa Hawkeyes at #19 in its initial 2026 rankings, a spot echoed by the AP (#21) and Coaches polls (#20). Despite a recent loss to Minnesota, Iowa’s defense ranks 7th (SP+), though its offense sits at #56. Betting odds suggest a 16.7% chance of making the playoff, the 23rd‑best nationally. The upcoming game against Northwestern is a de‑facto elimination match—both teams sit at 2‑2, and a loss likely ends Iowa’s slim postseason hopes. Historically, early CFP rankings predict about three‑quarters of the final field, leaving Iowa’s fate in its own hands for the remaining four games.
The New York Yankees will reportedly consider signing Tarik Skubal in free agency, which could have plenty of ripple effects.
Norman Powell trade rumors are heating up as the Bulls stumble to a 1-6 start, raising questions about Chicago's $44 million offseason investment.
The Cleveland Cavaliers kept their home streak alive in a 121-111 win over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night. Evan Mobley led the way for the Land with 24 points while tacking on 12 rebounds. Forward AJ Dybantsa countered for the Wizards with 19 points of his own, while center Alex Sarr took control of […] The post How the Cleveland Cavaliers Defeated the Washington Wizards in a Wednesday-Night Win appeared first on Back Sports Page .
Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream saw their season end on Saturday. They may have lost in the WNBA Finals, but it was still a historic run, especially for the star forward. She announced a career move on Tuesday on social media, along with a four-word message. Reese broke several league records, including most rebounds [...] The post Angel Reese has 4 words after career move appeared first on ChiCitySports .
Caleb Williams quieted the cleat controversy in Seattle by wearing matte‑black Caddix shoes without a visible logo during Chicago's 34‑17 win over the Seahawks. After two NFL fines totalling $35,823 for displaying the brand, the 18‑year‑old quarterback said he wanted to "calm things down" and avoid distracting the team. He kept the preferred footwear but concealed the logo, while still planning to appeal both fines at a hearing on Nov. 10. The move underscores the NFL’s rule that only licensed brands may show logos, and highlights Williams' belief that Caddix improves his foot health.
Illinois coach Brad Underwood’s traditionally tight seven‑man rotation is being tested as the Illini’s deep, talented roster settles in. After three exhibitions and the season opener, five‑star freshman Quentin Coleman, returners Andrej Stojakovic, Tomislav Ivisic and Jake Davis have started most games, while three‑star freshman Ethan Brown surprisingly started all four, posting 46 points, 16 assists and 21 rebounds. Transfer Stefan Vaaks has already scored 67 points off the bench, and newcomer Lincoln Williams showed flashes before a groin injury. With David Mirkovic still out, Underwood may need to expand his rotation before Big Ten play, potentially reshaping his coaching philosophy.
LOS ANGELES – After a two-week break, the USC women's team returns to action this weekend at David X. Marks Stadium. The event will run from Thursday, Nov. 5 through Sunday, Nov. 8.
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – The first College Football Playoff rankings place the Indiana football program at No. 4 as the highest-ranked Big Ten team in the rankings. The Hoosiers have arrived at the bye week after an 8-1 start to the season, which includes back-to-back overtime wins.
Arion Carter has one more game against the Kentucky Wildcats left in his career with the Tennessee Volunteers, and the senior linebacker and captain explained what he has been telling the locker room about it in an interview with reporter Ellie Mai this week. Saturday’s game at Neyland Stadium, a 6:15 p.m. ET kickoff on […] The post Can history help Tennessee against Kentucky? Vols captain Arion Carter thinks so appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Jayson Tatum looks like an MVP when Mitchell Robinson sits, but their combined net rating is alarming. Here is what the numbers say about Boston's lineup issue.
Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak could use Ashton Jeanty in a Deebo Samuel-like fashion, where he blurs the line between wide receiver and running back.
With the Golden State Warriors beating the Phoenix Suns on Monday night, 116-113, the team is having some early success as they are 5-3, led by Stephen Curry and the emergence of rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. As shenanigans surrounding Warriors star Draymond Green will always be a talking point in the sports world, analyst Stephen A. […] The post Stephen A. Smith highlights Draymond Green’s importance to Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints .
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