NFL Week 8 panic meter: Should Chiefs, 49ers be worried?

We're nearly halfway through the 2026 NFL regular season, so we have a pretty good idea about which teams are contenders and which teams are pretenders. Many of those contenders suffered losses in Week 7, but do any of them need to worry?

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Pat Murphy takes shot at Yankees while celebrating World Series win with Jake Bauers

Long before first baseman Jake Bauers became a postseason hero for the Milwaukee Brewers, he featured for a New York Yankees team that finished the 2023 season with a record of 82-80 en route to missing the playoffs.

Brewers' Game 4 loss prevents them from matching postseason record co-owned by Yankees, White Sox

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski can join elite company after World Series win

Brewers' impressive bullpen was Milwaukee's true postseason MVP

Jorge Posada reveals he doesn't feel welcome with Yankees despite his championship legacy

Brewers captain Christian Yelich reveals the culture behind Milwaukee’s first World Series title

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The 'NFL game-winning drives leaders' quiz

How many of the 29 active NFL quarterbacks with at least 10 game-winning drives under their belt can you name in five minutes?

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / October 29

There would be nothing wrong with Kyle Larson winning NASCAR championship a week early

Larson has the opportunity to clinch the championship a week early. Here's why that's not a problem.

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The 'Most completions by NFL team' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks to complete the most passes for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 29

Brewers among baseball's top powers with first World Series title

Brewers now among baseball's top powers with first World Series title

The Milwaukee Brewers might not spend like it. Their roster may not be loaded with future Hall of Famers. But they are, without question, one of the top current superpowers in Major League Baseball.

Brewers finally shed bridesmaid label after winning World Series

Jacob Misiorowski was crying in interview after World Series win

Misiorowski faced mound drama during Game 5 of the World Series

Rays manager at center of another controversial WS pitching move

The 'Playoff-RBI leaders by MLB club' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 29

Kevin Cash at center of another controversial World Series move

Rays manager Kevin Cash at center of another controversial World Series pitching move

From a big-picture perspective, it is really hard to find much fault with Tampa Bay Rays manager Kevin Cash. The team has been wildly successful during

Brewers now among baseball's top powers with first World Series title

Brewers finally shed bridesmaid label after winning World Series

Brewers' William Contreras named World Series MVP after stellar performance

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski can join elite company after World Series win

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / October 29

Chiefs send clear message to Harrison Butker with bold move

Chiefs send clear message to Harrison Butker with bold Justin Tucker move

Kansas City Chiefs placekicker Harrison Butker has become the subject of criticism, and now the team may have sent him a message.

Patrick Mahomes reacts to report that he, Andy Reid told Josh Simmons to leave

Garrett Wilson addresses trade rumors after sideline outburst

Report shares why Eagles may or may not trade Saquon Barkley

Jameis Winston had perfect reaction to being benched for J.J. McCarthy

Joey Porter Jr. responds to critics after wild Richard Sherman accusation

Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / October 29

NFL GM reveals Raiders' purported asking price for Maxx Crosby as trade deadline nears

Back in March, the Raiders accepted two first-round draft picks from the Baltimore Ravens for Crosby before Baltimore backed out of that trade.

Absurd trade proposal suggests Jets can acquire Chargers' Justin Herbert

Steelers potential trade for WR Brian Thomas Jr. gets important new details

Chargers shouldn't sell at the trade deadline despite 0-6 start

3 potential destinations for Josh Downs after Colts WR requests trade

Jonathan Taylor trade destinations: Which 5 contenders should pursue him?

5 more trade candidates to watch after Quenton Nelson, DeForest Buckner deals

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / October 29

Mahomes reacts to report leaking that he, Reid told Simmons to leave meeting

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes reacts to report leaking that he, Andy Reid told Josh Simmons to leave team meeting

Simmons will miss at least three more games after he was placed on injured reserve last week because of a bulging disc in his back.

Chiefs' Andy Reid says Harrison Butker will 'probably' kick vs. Broncos, defends signing of Justin Tucker

Chiefs' Andy Reid takes 'full responsibility' after loss to Seahawks

Chiefs send clear message to Harrison Butker with bold Justin Tucker move

The 'NFL Playoff-passing leaders' quiz

Milwaukee Brewers News / Yardbarker / October 29

Brewers' William Contreras named World Series MVP after stellar performance

For the first time in franchise history, the Milwaukee Brewers have won the World Series. Milwaukee capped off an incredible postseason Wednesday with a 4-0 win over the Tampa Bay Rays to secure the first championship in the 57-year history of the franchise.

Brewers' impressive bullpen was Milwaukee's true postseason MVP

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski can join elite company after World Series win

Ken Rosenthal gets called out for 'disrespectful' question to Rays

Brewers show Bob Uecker is never far from their thoughts with tribute cards

The 'World Series managers' quiz

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Colorado Buffaloes News / Yardbarker / October 28

Another day, another embarrassment in Colorado for Deion Sanders

How many times can a coach and football program hit rock bottom in one season? Deion Sanders and the Colorado Buffaloes seem to be trying to answer that question in 2026.

Bob Chesney's take on potentially getting poached should calm UCLA fans

BYU-Utah Holy War start time seen as ungodly by college football world

Mississippi State's Kamario Taylor to miss remainder of season

Oregon announces brutal injury update on Dante Moore

Maryland makes desperate attempt to keep students at football games

UCLA took a page out of Indiana's playbook, and it's working just the same

Indiana Pacers News / Yardbarker / October 28

Tyrese Haliburton's comeback story comes to a halt with hamstring injury

Haliburton missed the entire 2025-26 season while recovering from a torn Achilles. Through the first four games this season, he's looked like the star he was the last time he was on the court.

Pacers provide a possible timeline for return for Haliburton

OKC GM addresses potential Russell Westbrook signing

Kyrie Irving is being linked to new team

Lakers agree to a contract with former Grizzlies center

Report: James Dolan is upset that Knicks do not want to visit White House

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28

Cameron Heyward hasn't forgotten Browns star's 'dirty' comment

Cameron Heyward vows that Browns' Jared Verse calling Steelers 'dirty' will be 'addressed' during Week 8 game

Shortly after the Cleveland Browns earned a gritty 27-24 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Oct. 1, Browns pass-rusher Jared Verse said that he had "no respect for anyone who plays dirty and does extra stuff after the game." It appears the Steelers heard those comments.

Justin Jefferson has healthy attitude about his stats amid Vikings' 6-0 start

Why Giants coaches, Cam Skattebo are good with each other after demotion

Jim Harbaugh comes to decision on Mike McDaniel's play-calling duties

Raiders in no rush to bench Kirk Cousins for Fernando Mendoza

Numbers show just how dominant Lions' Jared Goff was against Packers

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 28

Wizards' AJ Dybantsa shows a lot of promise in NBA debut

Wizards rookie AJ Dybantsa shows a lot of promise in NBA debut

There are some real expectations for the Washington Wizards this season, and some serious excitement that has not existed for the better part of the past decade.

NBA rookie pulls off wild feat only Wilt Chamberlain had accomplished

'He didn't meet our standards': Hornets HC explains Naz Reid benching

Nuggets' Nikola Jokic closer to record after triple-double vs. Pelicans

Lakers' Walker Kessler shoulders blame after giving up 136 points to Blazers

NBA is only getting tough on flopping for one side of the ball

Ernie Johnson leaving 'Inside the NBA'

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The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28

3 potential destinations for Josh Downs after Colts WR requests trade

Wide receiver Josh Downs reportedly wants out of Indianapolis. Here are three teams that should pursue a trade.

Josh Downs 'open to whatever' after reportedly requesting a trade amid Colts' fire sale

Two-minute drill: Ravens-Bills face off in huge AFC battle, divisional rematches, Colts clean house and more

Wife of Colts RB Jonathan Taylor says 'mind is spiraling' after Quenton Nelson, DeForest Buckner trades

The 'Most three-TD games in one season' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / October 28

Browns aren't shopping Shedeur Sanders but are reportedly open to trade offers for QBs

Deshaun Watson is firmly cemented atop the Cleveland depth chart and will remain the club's starter this season as long as he is healthy and the Browns keep winning.

J.J. McCarthy helps Giants climb up the NFL's official power rankings

Steelers climb NFL power rankings behind Aaron Rodgers, Mike McCarthy

Vikings and Kyler Murray get best news ever in updated NFL power rankings

Mike Vrabel 'proud' of Malik Willis ahead of Patriots-Dolphins game

Is Michael Penix Jr. a franchise QB?

USC Trojans News / Yardbarker / October 28

'I’ve had plenty of opportunities to leave': Lincoln Riley, USC sound like they're about to break up

USC Trojans head football coach Lincoln Riley may be feeling that the wolves are circling him after his team's loss on the road to Wisconsin.

Michigan has decided on its QB1 despite latest struggles

A look back at the time Michigan played football on roller skates

Oregon State HC JaMarcus Shephard hopes for accessibility with 24-team CFP

Sam Houston fires HC Phil Longo amid disastrous 20-game stretch

Another day, another embarrassment in Colorado for Deion Sanders

BYU-Utah Holy War start time seen as ungodly by college football world

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 28

Wild GM's Quinn Hughes admission may upset team's fans

Wild GM Bill Guerin admits he has no idea what is going to happen with Quinn Hughes

There is one subplot to this season that is no doubt creating some anxiety for the team and its fans. It is the future of superstar defenseman Quinn Hughes.

Connor McDavid keeps up torrid pace as Oilers smack Flames

Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch combine for 4 goals as Capitals down Flyers

Connor Hellebuyck narrowly misses shutout in electric Devils debut

Flames' Devin Cooley exits game with lower-body injury

Leafs' Kirill Marchenko out week-to-week with lower-body injury