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After a rough start, J.J. McCarthy rallied the Vikings with a monster fourth quarter to lead an unlikely comeback win over the Bears. - Josh B.


	'MNF' takeaways: Vikings spoil HC Ben Johnson's Bears debut

	J.J. McCarthy rebounds in first start, leads Vikings to comeback win
	...after having a forgettable start
	Bears HC Johnson lives up to the hype with impressive first drive
	Chicago CEO: Arlington Heights only viable option for new stadium
	10 players from the NFC North who have the most to prove in 2025

The Top 10


10	49ers QB Brock Purdy listed with concerning injuries after win

	George Kittle to miss significant time as 49ers deal with numerous injuries
	49ers finally reunite with veteran WR amid injury concerns
	Star Commanders QB is dealing with an injury on his throwing hand
	Piling injuries could test the health of Rams QB Matthew Stafford
	Saints left with a major hole in secondary after this latest injury
	Chargers LB suffers a high ankle sprain


9	Eagles add RB depth after trade with Jaguars for rusher

	Packers DC Jeff Hafley praises 'incredible' superstar Micah Parsons
	Russell Wilson’s still starting for Giants? Here's why that's a big mistake
	Emeka Egbuka explains Buccaneers' mindset ahead of game-winning score
	This Commanders rookie made NFL history in Sunday's win
	Lions HC Dan Campbell makes his first big guarantee of 2025
	Jameson Williams' extension could come back to bite Detroit


8	Ben Simmons reportedly made shocking Knicks decision

	Raptors may have gotten steal in free agency with Georgian big man
	Nets officially re-sign versatile forward
	Tracy McGrady bets on history with return of legendary basketball camp
	Dream's 16-point run in the second half dooms reeling Sun
	Unrivaled closes latest funding round at a valuation of $340M

"I got to take care of the ball. I told my teammates after the game to put the loss on me. I own it, like a man." - Derrick Henry


7	Derrick Henry takes blame for Ravens' stunning Week 1 loss

	Lamar Jackson addresses shoving a fan during Baltimore's shocking defeat
	Coach concerned about Aaron Rodgers despite his stellar outing
	Texans QB C.J. Stroud calls out his team after loss to Rams
	What was 'biggest thing' Daniel Jones did before torching Dolphins?
	Broncos need more from Bo Nix after a rough Week 1 outing
	Three things not to worry about with the Patriots after opening loss


6	Kings in no rush to shop former No. 8 overall pick

	Rangers hire Blake Wheeler, three others to hockey operations roles
	...and hire Ryane Clowe for assistant GM role after suddenly leaving Sharks
	Adam Fantilli’s camp wants to wait on extension talks with Blue Jackets
	Predators sign veteran to PTO
	What should Maple Leafs do with these depth players?


5	What to know about Japan before clash with USMNT

	Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT tactics questioned as World Cup nears
	Key takeaways from the USMNT's crucial September roster
	Here's why Pochettino's 'mystifying' USMNT roster makes sense
	Takeaways from USMNT's concerning home loss to South Korea
	Divisive Manchester United star is closing in on a move to Turkey


4	NFL Week 1 panic meter

	NFL Week 1 winners, losers
	Five worst Week 1 performances
	'Freaking baller' Tyler Warren among five rookie standouts in Week 1
	Fantasy football takeaways from Week 1
	Five fantasy WR surprises from Week 1
	WRs who will bounce back in Week 2

“I’ve never filmed any of you guys when you’re using the restroom. So, I don’t know what faces you make when you’re doing that.” - Steve Sarkisian


3	Texas HC addresses injury rumors about Arch Manning

	Florida HC Billy Napier unwilling to make change that could save his job
	Oklahoma QB John Mateer has another elite skill besides passing
	Patriots HC Mike Vrabel weighs in on Patriots ban by UNC's Bill Belichick
	West Virginia gets terrible injury news after upset loss to Ohio
	Son of QB whisperer is arrested on a felony charge, suspended


2	NASCAR power rankings: A new leader emerges

	Denny Hamlin advances to second round of playoffs with Gateway win
	The Hamlin bandwagon is rolling
	NASCAR Enjoy Illinois 300 takeaways
	What the NASCAR Cup Series playoff standings look like after Gateway
	Austin Dillon accidentally wrecks his brother during Sunday's race


1	Picking each MLB team's MVP

	Stats show just how reliant Yankees are on Aaron Judge
	Pair of MLB superstars are chasing history as season concludes
	Phillies to place key infielders on IL
	Mets star Juan Soto joins this exclusive club after latest home run
	Stu Sternberg will retain minority share for a time following Rays sale

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	Game-changer: Telling stat shows immediate impact Micah Parsons had on Packers
	Why it's 'complete panic mode' for this NFC team with another loss in Week 2
	Dolphins players took drastic action after embarrassing loss, but will it help?

MLB News
	Aaron Judge keeps climbing Yankees all-time home run list, ties legend of the game
	Phillies all but wrap up NL East crown with emphatic sweep of Mets
	Paul Skenes' brilliance outshines Pittsburgh Pirates' mediocrity

NBA News
	Heat linked to future Hall of Famer in rumors, but can Miami even land a superstar anymore?
	Andrew Wiggins could be the missing piece to the Lakers' championship puzzle
	Another former Sacramento King heads to Europe

NHL News
	Bruins' Pavel Zacha could solve major problem for Canadiens
	Penguins will find themselves in tough spot if Sidney Crosby desires a trade
	More details emerge on Kirill Kaprizov's rejection of Wild's offer

College Football News
	Will Georgia's offense or Tennessee's defense crack in Week 3 game?
	'Forget about it': Draft guru's latest Arch Manning assessment should concern NFL teams
	Two analysts offer differing views on Billy Napier hot seat talk

College Basketball News
	New Alabama MBB commit tries to model his game off NBA greats

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