The Dallas Cowboys tumble to No. 24 in the Week 9 NFL power rankings after a 3‑5 start, following a 31‑24 loss to the Arizona Cardinals in which they surrendered a 17‑3 lead and allowed 467 yards. Defensive woes and an inconsistent rushing attack were exposed, leaving the team overly reliant on Dak Prescott’s passing game. Analysts note that without a stronger run game and improved defense, the Cowboys’ NFC East hopes are in jeopardy. The ranking reflects the cumulative impact of these shortcomings across eight games.
There are only a few suitors that could realistically put together a package for Ketel Marte that the Arizona Diamondbacks and Marte himself would accept.
The New York Giants’ bid for Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor falls short, insiders say. The Giants offered a second‑round pick plus extra compensation, but Indianapolis insists on a premium package before parting with the 8,208‑yard rusher who has 84 touchdowns in 92 games. With Taylor’s contract extending several more years, the Colts aren’t in a hurry and may revisit trade talks in the offseason when more suitors appear.
Texas will play five night games in the Cactus League, and individual tickets at Surprise Stadium go on sale Tuesday, Nov. 17.
Pederson declined his end of an $18.5 million mutual option after slashing .235/.329/.487 with 26 home runs, second on the Rangers, in 2026.
Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian’s wife, fashion designer Loreal Smith, missed the Week 10 Texas‑Missouri game after she and their son fell ill, posting an Instagram note about staying home. Smith, who’s known for eye‑catching game‑day outfits, previously battled flu during the season and has a history of minor injuries. Meanwhile, Texas rallied from a 20‑13 deficit to beat Missouri 27‑20, with Arch Manning throwing for 297 yards and three TDs and Raleek Brown adding 133 scrimmage yards and two scores. The win improves Texas to 7‑2 (4‑2 SEC) as they eye crucial matchups against LSU, Arkansas and Texas A&M to keep CFP hopes alive.
In Jon Sumrall’s inaugural season, Florida endures its worst consecutive home losses in 80 years, dropping 38-19 to South Carolina and 23-7 to Oklahoma—both 14‑point defeats at The Swamp—the first such streak since 1946. Despite impressive wins over Ole Miss, Auburn and Texas, the Gators’ home turf woes raise doubts about Sumrall’s defending ability as they head into a tough road game at Kentucky and then a home matchup against Vanderbilt before closing the season in Tallahassee.
Former Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson fails to secure the head‑coaching vacancy at his alma mater NC State, losing out to former Wolfpack signal‑caller Philip Rivers. Wilson, who retired from the NFL in June after a 2024 season with Pittsburgh (2,482 yards, 16 TDs, 10th Pro Bowl), had previously played for the Seahawks, Broncos and Giants. He now works as a CBS Sports analyst. NC State, fresh off the dismissal of Dave Doeren, aims to bring Rivers back to Raleigh.
The latest update on why Cam Skattebo is not playing in the New York Giants' Week 9 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Georgia storms Ole Miss 42‑7 in Oxford, marking its fifth 35‑point road victory over a top‑10 opponent—the most in the CFP era. The Bulldogs, fresh off a bye after a home loss to Auburn, have outscored Florida and Ole Miss by a combined 69‑15 and could reclaim the No. 1 ranking when next week’s CFP poll releases. Georgia now turns its sights to a Week 11 showdown with Missouri at home in Athens.
The New York Giants travel to Lincoln Financial Field Sunday, Nov. 8, for a 1:00 PM ET NFC East showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles on FOX (stream on Fubo). The Giants sit 4‑2‑1 under first‑year coach John Harbaugh after a 27‑21 OT win over Houston, with QB J.J. McCarthy and WR Malik Nabers leading the offense, though RB Cam Skattebo is doubtful with a hamstring. The Eagles slump to 2‑6 after six straight losses; rookie QB Joe Milton makes his first start, while WRs DeVonta Smith and Dontayvion Wicks are out. Saquon Barkley returns to face his former team, hoping to spark Philadelphia’s revival.
Missouri fell 34-20 to Texas on Saturday, dropping to 6-3 overall and 3-3 in SEC play and ending CFP hopes. Coach Eli Drinkwitz restrained his frustration with the officials, noting fines and respect for Texas coach Steve Sarkisian. Missouri managed just 3-of-16 third‑down conversions and gave up 401 yards. Analyst Jesse Palmer argued a key Texas fumble should have been an incomplete pass, fueling the perception of questionable calls. Texas improves to 7-2 and will host Georgia next week.
Arch Manning's draft stock slipped to No. 10 for the 2027 NFL Mock Draft, but he stays focused on Texas' season after a win over Missouri. With Cam Coleman sidelined and Ryan Wingo limited, wideout Emmett Mosley emerged, hauling in five catches for a team‑leading 85 yards – a performance Manning dubbed “such a baller.” The Longhorns aim to build on that momentum ahead of a tougher matchup next week, while Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith now tops the draft board.
The Philadelphia Eagles host NFC East divisional rival, the New York Giants. A battle between two teams that are heading in different directions.
Texas boosts its College Football Playoff résumé with a 34-20 win over No. 18 Missouri, keeping SEC title hopes alive. Head coach Steve Sarkisian and quarterback Arch Manning lead the Longhorns to their fourth top‑20 victory of the season. After the game, Sarkisian fires off a defiant post‑game speech on X, calling his squad “big‑game hunters” and rejecting doubters, while emphasizing the team’s toughness and recruiting purpose. The win solidifies Texas among the nation’s elite and underscores Sarkisian’s culture of thriving under pressure.
The Nationals’ trade for Will Dion has turned out to be a steal for Paul Toboni, who gave up Foster Griffin for a modest package. Dion emerged as a reliable multi‑inning reliever, posting a 3.00 ERA over 30 innings in 15 appearances and striking out a batter per inning despite a modest 91.1 mph fastball. His unique over‑the‑top delivery generates 20 inches of vertical break, placing him among the league’s elite in that metric. A revamped changeup, used over a third of the time, baffles hitters with a .119 BA and 33% whiff rate. If Dion repeats his late‑season form, the trade ages well and bolsters Washington’s bullpen for years.
The New York Giants reportedly offered the Indianapolis Colts second- and fifth-round picks for RB Jonathan Taylor, but the deal has now been withdrawn. The Colts, still rebuffing multiple offers after trading away players like Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, are demanding a package comparable to a Christian McCaffrey deal or a first‑round equivalent. With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 10, the Giants’ change of heart leaves uncertainty over whether they’ll return with a lower offer, while the Colts remain undecided amid a disappointing 2026 season that fell short of its 2025 Super Bowl hopes.
The Mets and Dodgers are battling for ace left‑hander Tarik Skubal, who is set to become a free agent after an injury‑marred 2026 season with Detroit. Sources cited by the Baseball Hut podcast say the Dodgers are now the favorites to land him for 2027, with Blake Snell reportedly helping recruit him. While the Yankees keep tabs on the chase, the Dodgers are also weighing interest in outfielder Teoscar Hernández, as Philadelphia eyes the slugger. Owner Steve Cohen could still sway the market with a hefty offer to the Mets.
Chicago’s top prospect Josiah Hartshorn may debut in the majors by mid‑2027. The 19‑year‑old sixth‑round pick posted a .284/.407/.518 slash line with 23 homers and 112 RBIs across Single‑A, High‑A and Double‑A, earning a minor‑league Gold Glove at first base and flawless defense in the outfield. As a switch‑hitter who powers right‑handed pitching, Hartshorn offers flexibility at first base, right field or center field, potentially slotting into a platoon with Michael Busch or filling corners vacated by Seiya Suzuki and Ian Happ. Analysts say a 20‑year‑old debut is plausible, echoing early starts by Jackson Chourio and Ethan Salas.
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Indiana women's basketball hits the hardwood on Monday night in Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall against Bradley. Tipoff is slated for 7 p.m. ET.
Chaim Bloom isn't done adding new voices to the St. Louis Cardinals leadership, and that's a good thing. He's struck a nice blend of internal promotions and external hires to keep the Cardinals fresh and moving in the right direction.
The Yankees’ weekly social media roundup highlights off‑field moments from the past week. While no players ran the New York City Marathon on Nov. 1, Aaron Judge’s wife and Ben Rice’s girlfriend were among the 60,000 participants. Left fielder Cody Bellinger proudly posted his new Gold Glove and AL Platinum Glove awards. Former pitcher Masahiro Tanaka turned 38, receiving birthday wishes from Luis Severino and Gerrit Cole’s wife. Aaron Judge was spotted at MSG for a Knicks game, and the Curry family shared a Halloween Addams‑family costume post.
Georgia returns home to take on the Missouri Tigers this week. Get all the information you need about tickets, parking, stadium policies, and much more with our Gameday Central page.
JR Ritchie entered 2026 as a promising former 35th‑overall pick with expectations of a 1.5‑2.0 WAR fourth starter for the Braves. In reality, he logged 17 games (11 starts) as the club went 7‑10, posting a –0.3 fWAR, 11.7 ERA, 13.4 FIP and a high home‑run rate (18% HR/FB). Highlights include a strong MLB debut against Washington, solid relief outings versus the Mets and Cardinals, and an 8‑3 K/BB start on the season’s final days, but most appearances were ineffective and he was shuffled between the rotation and bullpen. He missed the Wild Card roster and didn’t pitch in the NLDS, leaving his future as a starter in doubt despite an impressive curve ball and 30% whiff rate.
Right‑hander Emilio Pagán declines a $10 million option and hits free agency, but MLB Trade Rumors predicts he’ll re‑sign with Cincinnati on a two‑year, $20 million deal. Despite a fly‑ball prone style that yields 1.40 HR/9 (17th‑worst among relievers) and a low ground‑ball rate (28.3%), Pagán posts a solid 28.4% strikeout rate and a 7.4% walk rate, tying Kirby Yates for 23rd in K‑BB ratio. After a rough 2024 (4.50 ERA), he posted 2.88 and 3.38 ERAs in 2025‑26, earning 57 saves and 2.0 fWAR. His splitter’s value has dropped sharply in 2026, raising questions about longevity, but his strikeout upside keeps him attractive as a mid‑tier closer.