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Bears bidding for another fast start in encounter vs. Raiders
Starting 1-2 under a first-year head coach may not be optimal, but beginning games more aggressively bodes well for the Chicago Bears.,That's how the Bears see things to start the Ben Johnson Era entering Sunday's game versus the host Las Vegas Raiders, who also are 1-2 under new coach Pete Carroll....
Sam Darnold’s Hot Start Has Seahawks Looking Like NFC West Contenders
After years of struggles, Sam Darnold has found his rhythm in Seattle. Inside how he’s leading the Seahawks to early-season success....
Daniel Jones, Colts bring big-time offense to LA to face Rams
The Indianapolis Colts have become something of an offensive force and will take their high-flying show to Inglewood, Calif., on Sunday to face the Los Angeles Rams., ,Off to a 3-0 start for the first time since 2009, the Colts are rolling behind new quarterback Daniel Jones, who is third in the NFL...
Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs pursue fast start vs. generous Ravens
Barring a tie, either the Baltimore Ravens or Kansas City Chiefs are about to have a 1-3 record attached to their name.,That's not the type of mark typically associated with either AFC powerhouse, but it will become one team's reality when the Ravens visit the Chiefs on Sunday afternoon.,Kansas City...
Winless Texans, Titans each seek first victory of the season
It's not like the Houston Texans or Tennessee Titans need any more issues, since they're off to 0-3 starts heading into their AFC South showdown Sunday in Houston.,But it appears that both teams may have to rely on their depth more than they would probably like in an effort to get their first win of...
Jaguars to test unbeaten, battered 49ers
Even while riding a quarterback carousel early this season, the San Francisco 49ers are one of six undefeated teams through three weeks.,Starter Brock Purdy was sidelined the last two games with turf toe, but Mac Jones has taken the reins, leading the 49ers to wins over New Orleans and Arizona.,Now,...
Rookie Jaxson Dart, winless Giants have tall task vs. Chargers
Off to their best start since 2002, the undefeated Los Angeles Chargers will face an opponent in the midst of quarterback change on Sunday when they visit rookie Jaxson Dart and the New York Giants at East Rutherford, N.J. ,While the Giants (0-3) move on from Russell Wilson to Dart, the Chargers (3-...
Patriots QB Drake Maye clashes with confident Panthers in game with hometown feel
The Carolina Panthers haven't been in this position much in recent years -- coming off a dominant winning performance.,So they'll face the New England Patriots with a new-found energy and enthusiasm on Sunday at Foxborough, Mass.,"There's a level of confidence to show the guys the work works," Carol...
As Cubs try to cement playoff seeding, Mets still in pursuit of wild card
Although the Chicago Cubs locked up their first playoff berth in five years last week, Pete Crow-Armstrong was quick to insist that his team has plenty of incentive to put its best foot forward to finish off the regular season.,Fresh off snapping a season-high five-game losing skid, the Cubs (89-69)...
Unbeaten Eagles eager to end unhappy history in Tampa
The Philadelphia Eagles are an incredible 19-1 since their last visit to Tampa, Fla., almost exactly one year ago.,The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will attempt to interrupt the best stretch in Eagles' history when they host the only clash of 3-0 teams this week on Sunday afternoon.,The Bucs have won the pa...
Strength vs. strength as Lions offense prepares for Browns defense
The Detroit Lions racked up 90 points and 937 yards over the past two weeks while appearing to be an unstoppable offensive unit.,The high-flying Lions will now be tested by the NFL's top defense over the first three weeks of the season when they host the Cleveland Browns on Sunday afternoon.,Detroit...
As Blue Jays jockey for playoff position, Red Sox yet to clinch
The visiting Boston Red Sox could double their impact on the American League playoff race Thursday night as they go for a sweep of the Toronto Blue Jays,They could be in a position to clinch a postseason berth with a win in the finale of the three-game series. And they could knock the Blue Jays out ...
George Valera, Guardians ride momentum into finale vs. Tigers
On Jan. 21, 2023, injured minor leaguer George Valera went on his social media accounts and posted, "I can't wait to bring a championship to Cleveland.",His teammate at the time was Brayan Rocchio, who immediately replied, "I'll be there with you. We will brother.",Fast forward to the present as Val...
Aaron Rodgers, Steelers excited for Irish excursion vs. Vikings
Aaron Rodgers has accomplished nearly everything in his NFL career, but he has never played a regular-season game in Ireland.,Nobody has. At least, that will be true until Sunday.,The Pittsburgh Steelers (2-1) and Minnesota Vikings (2-1) will make history when they square off in Dublin.,The Steelers...
8-homer explosion buoys Phillies entering finale vs. Marlins
If the Wednesday game was any indication, the Philadelphia Phillies' hitters are ready for the postseason.,The Phillies hope to author another dominant power display on Thursday when they wrap up their home series with the Miami Marlins.,In an 11-1 victory on Wednesday, Philadelphia (93-65) hit a fr...
Yankees chase sweep of White Sox, hope to reclaim AL East lead
Aaron Judge's surge is coinciding with the New York Yankees charging toward first place in the American League East.,A little over a month after being 6 1/2 games out of first place in the division, the Yankees can reclaim sole possession of the lead for the first time since July 1 when they host th...
D-backs opt for bullpen game in series finale vs. Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers broke out a new bullpen mix on Wednesday, and it helped them move within one game of another National League West title.,Clayton Kershaw, Roki Sasaki and Jason Wrobleski each threw a scoreless inning in relief as the Dodgers earned a 5-4, 11-inning victory over the Arizona Di...
Yankees look to cap sweep of White Sox, reclaim AL East lead
Aaron Judge's surge is coinciding with the New York Yankees charging toward first place in the American League East.,A little over a month after being 6 1/2 games out of first place in the division, the Yankees can reclaim sole possession of the lead for the first time since July 1 when they host th...
Astros desperate to salvage finale against Athletics
The Houston Astros keep saying they have to win their next game, but they are starting to run out of opportunities.,In fact, they remain in the American League wild-card chase only because the Detroit Tigers are playing even worse baseball.,Houston looks to break an untimely five-game losing streak ...
Reds can't afford another slip-up against Pirates
The Cincinnati Reds will try to salvage the finale of a three-game home series against the last-place Pittsburgh Pirates and keep pace in the National League wild-card race in a Thursday matinee.,The contest will serve as the final home finale for the Reds (80-78) before they close the season with t...