In Week 8, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers recorded one of the more unlikely wins in modern NFL history, taking down their division rival Atlanta Falcons 16-0 without completing a pass. Now granted, some may look at that statistic and worry about Baker Mayfield and the Bucs’ passing attack, but in the opinion of ESPN’s Jeremy […]
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The Atlanta Falcons released OLBs Jared Ivey and Drake Jackson on Monday, per Tori McElhaney of the team website. Ivey was on the 53-man roster and Jackson was on the practice squad. Jackson, 25, was a second-round pick by the 49ers in the 2022 NFL Draft. He was a three-year starter at USC and a […]
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Andrew Nembhard is out for Monday's game against Atlanta with a cervical strain, leaving the Pacers thin in the backcourt alongside Haliburton and Zubac.
The Washington Nationals designated infielder José Tena for assignment, giving them five days to trade or waive him. Tena, a 26‑year‑old who came from Cleveland in the 2024 Lane Thomas deal, posted a .240/.303/.358 line in 227 games and saw limited action in 2026. The moves also saw left‑hander PJ Poulin and reliever Richard Lovelady clear waivers (Poulin becomes a free agent, Lovelady already opted out) and pitcher Ken Waldichuk assigned to Triple‑A Rochester. Meanwhile, the Nats claimed pitchers Paxton Schultz (Reds) and Mitchell Parker (Braves). The roster shuffle reflects the looming Rule 5 deadline on Nov. 17 and the end of the injured list today.
The Washington Nationals trim their 40-man roster after a crunch, DFA’ing several players and moving others to free agency. Left‑handed reliever PJ Poulin and starter‑turned‑reliever Mitchell Parker clear waivers; Parker, who posted a 6.58 ERA in 2026 and is recovering from Tommy John surgery, gets claimed by the Atlanta Braves. Power‑hitting infielder Jose Tena, who posted a .222 average with seven homers and a .672 OPS in 257 at‑bats, is also DFA’d due to defensive limitations. The Reds claim Paxton Schultz, while lefty relievers Richard Lovelady also become free agents. Matt Waldron survives the cuts, keeping his knuckleball option alive. The roster is now back at 40, but further tweaks may follow.
The Atlanta Braves claim left‑handed pitcher Mitchell Parker off waivers from the Washington Nationals as rosters clear ahead of free agency on November 2, 2026. Parker, who struggled in Washington’s 2025 rotation before shifting to the bullpen in 2026, posted a 6.58 ERA and 5.47 FIP over 39.2 innings. A Grade 3 UCL sprain forced internal‑brace surgery in July, likely sidelining him until at least September 2027, if not the entire 2027 season. The Braves may envision Parker as a swing‑man once he recovers, adding depth to their pitching staff.
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The Atlanta Braves claim left‑hander Mitchell Parker off waivers from Washington. The 27‑year‑old, a 2020 fifth‑round pick, posted a respectable 4.29 ERA over 151 innings in his 2024 rookie season, but struggled in 2025 with a 5.68 ERA and 25 home runs allowed, then posted a 6.58 ERA in a limited 2026 bullpen role before tearing his UCL and undergoing internal‑brace surgery. Parker, now a Super Two player with 2.17 service years, is arbitration‑eligible and projected to earn $1.1 million. Atlanta must decide whether to retain him or potentially non‑tender him soon.
Baker Mayfield didn't complete a single pass—and only attempted three of them—during Sunday's 16-0 win over the Atlanta Falcons. But he did land one pretty massive block on Atlanta safety Jesse Bates III that resulted in a now-viral scrap on the sidelines.
Bears head coach Ben Johnson says he trusts quarterback Caleb Williams to handle the NFL’s $35,823 cleat controversy without hurting the team. Williams, 18, keeps wearing Caddix shoes with the logo exposed despite two fines—$11,941 after the Atlanta game and $23,882 after beating New England—and an appeal on the first. The league allows non‑partner shoes if the branding is covered, but Williams refuses for principle. No suspension or team penalty has been announced ahead of Monday night’s clash with Seattle, leaving his footwear choice the story to watch.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers received some encouraging news regarding YaYa Diaby after the outside linebacker exited Sunday’s shutout win over the Atlanta Falcons with a knee injury. The Bucs won 16-0, and Baker Mayfield did not complete a pass. According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, Diaby suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain and is expected […]
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Victor Vodnik’s three‑year stint with the Colorado Rockies was marked by a blazing fastball but glaring inconsistency. Acquired in a 2023 deadline trade for Pierce Johnston, the former Braves #10 prospect posted a career‑low 0.1 rWAR in 2026, tallying a 5.25 ERA over 36 innings at Coors Field despite striking out 6.5 batters per nine and walking 4.75. His slider gained whiff but his control faltered, leading to a mid‑season trade to the Miami Marlins, where he posted a modest 4.37 ERA in 22.2 innings. The article reviews his stats, pitch mix, and why Colorado moved on.
On Sunday, the Atlanta Falcons came crashing back down to Earth with a brutal 16-0 road loss to the divisional rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers, dropping them to 3-5 on the season. The Falcons became the first team in the modern era to lose while giving up zero completed passes in a game, with quarterback Michael […]
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Halloween may be over, but the horror show continued Sunday for fantasy football managers. Bijan Robinson and Drake London combined for eight points as the Falcons put up a goose egg, Zay Flowers forgot to catch a pass and Ashton ... read more »
Veteran utility infielder Kyle Farmer spent most of 2026 on the Braves' big‑league roster but saw barely any action. Signed as a free‑agent in February, he was expected to provide in‑field depth amid Ha‑Seong Kim’s injury and serve as a third catcher. Instead, Farmer logged only 19 plate appearances in 14 games, batting .222 with three RBI and posting a -0.1 fWAR, his second straight sub‑replacement season. He started just one game (April 30 DH) and his most notable hits came early in April. While the Braves kept him for off‑field value, his on‑field contribution was minimal, leaving his future uncertain as Atlanta faces shortstop questions for 2027.
Former Braves owner Ted Turner lands on the Contemporary Baseball Era ballot for the 2027 Baseball Hall of Fame class, joining heavy‑hitters like Dusty Baker, Lou Piniella and Bruce Bochy. Turner's tenure put the Braves on TBS, turning the team into a national brand and a 1990s powerhouse featuring Hall of Famers such as Bobby Cox, Chipper Jones, Tom Glavine, Greg Maddux and John Smoltz. The 16‑person voting committee must grant 75% approval, with results expected on Dec. 6. Analysts note the ballot’s depth makes electing more than two candidates unlikely.
With Flemings set to miss one game after his suspension, the Hawks could look towards RayJ Dennis to fill the void he's left.
The New Orleans Pelicans will be facing the Memphis Grizzlies to start the week, and they have some players who may not suit up for the matchup. In their last game against the Atlanta Hawks, Dejounte Murray didn’t play due to personal reasons, but it looks like he’ll be back since he’s not listed on […]
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Jonathan Jones of The Athletic reports the Panthers are hiring DeAngelo Hall to their defensive staff to help coach cornerbacks. The Panthers continue to make changes to their defensive staff after moving on from DC Ejiro Evero and pass game coordinator Jonathan Cooley. Hall, 42, was a former first-round pick of the Falcons back in […]
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The Atlanta Hawks were a sneaky squad last season, catching fire in late February and becoming the only team to hold a series lead over the eventual NBA champion New York Knicks during the 2026 playoffs, but their spring surge does not necessarily forecast sustained success. A more robust Eastern Conference forces this franchise to […]
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The Bucs had multiple goals yesterday against the Falcons. One took center stage in the second half. Closing out Atlanta and securing the shutout victory, 16-0. Yes, the Bucs wanted the style points. “Tremendous price,” cornerback Zyon McCollum responded when […]
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Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the belief is that Buccaneers OLB YaYa Diaby suffered an MCL sprain that isn’t expected to keep him out for long. Diaby left Week 8’s win over the Falcons early and will have an MRI on Monday morning to confirm the extent of the injury. Rapoport confirmed Diaby suffered a […]
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The Atlanta Braves’ defense rebounds in 2026 as Mauricio Dubon and Matt Olson earn back‑to‑back Gold Gloves, anchoring first base and versatile fielding duties that bolstered the pitching staff. The piece also notes Isaiah Drake’s strong Arizona Fall League showing, the uncertain outlook for right‑hander Spencer Strider after a season‑ending injury, and MLB’s latest posting news with four Japanese players now available for negotiations. Qualifying offers must be filed by 4 PM Central today.
The Mets mourn the loss of Hall of Famer Jerry Koosman, the left‑handed pitcher who secured the 1969 World Series title, who dies at 83. The organization, via Steve and Alex Cohen, hailed his irreplaceable role in the championship team. Meanwhile, Nolan McLean becomes the Mets’ first Gold Glove winner since 2014, and the club begins early free‑agency projections ahead of the December 1 lockout. In the NL East, the Nationals look to maximize Connolly Early’s 2027 upside, while the Braves see Mauricio Dubón and Matt Olson add Gold Glove honors. MLB announced the 2026 Gold Glove winners on ESPN, and a quartet of KBO/NPB players were posted.