Sports news summaries — Page 11
Essential facts and source links for recent sports stories.
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Baltimore wins 34-31 in Brazil after late Cowboys touchback
Baltimore beat Dallas 34-31 in Brazil after Lamar Jackson found Zay Flowers and called timeout with one second left, setting up Tyler Loop’s 56-yard field goal. Dallas chose a touchback with seven seconds remaining; the article says a squib kick might have run down more time. -
After Giants’ 12-7 win over Titans, Winston dedicates victory to Jaxson Dart
Jameis Winston dedicated the Giants’ 12-7 Week 3 win over Tennessee to Jaxson Dart, who is out for the season with a knee injury, joking: “12 points. 6 x 2, it’s for you.” He completed 14 of 22 passes for 118 yards without an interception as New York moved to 2-1. -
Both 1-1, Broncos host Rams in Week 3 Sunday Night Football
The 1-1 Denver Broncos host the 1-1 Los Angeles Rams in Week 3’s Sunday Night Football game at Mile High Stadium. The preview urges Bills fans to back Los Angeles; Buffalo is 3-0 after beating the Chargers and plays both teams later this season. -
Toronto's 5-1 win leaves Cincinnati Reds at 75-87 for 2026
The Cincinnati Reds ended the 2026 regular season with a 5-1 loss to Toronto on Sunday, finishing 75-87, last in the NL Central; both clubs missed the playoffs. Max Scherzer struck out seven and pitched into the eighth on 114 pitches for the Blue Jays. -
Baker Mayfield's Packers status uncertain after thumb dislocation
Baker Mayfield left Sunday's loss to Minnesota in the fourth quarter with a dislocated throwing-hand thumb, coach Todd Bowles said. The 0-3 Buccaneers have not ruled him out against Green Bay; undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels would start if Mayfield cannot play. -
Loop's last-second 56-yarder caps Ravens' 34-31 win over Cowboys
Tyler Loop hit a 56-yard field goal as time expired to give Baltimore a 34-31 win over Dallas in Rio de Janeiro. The Ravens needed just seven seconds after the Cowboys tied it; Lamar Jackson's 27-yard pass to Zay Flowers set up the kick. -
Jokić could sign five-year, $360 million NBA-record deal next summer
Nikola Jokić could sign a projected five-year, $360 million deal next summer, which would be the richest in NBA history. The writer says league sources he has spoken with do not expect Jokić to leave Denver; the report also says waiting makes financial sense. -
A 56-yard kick gives Ravens a 34-31 win over Cowboys in Brazil
Dallas lost 34-31 to Baltimore in Brazil after Brandon Aubrey tied it with a field goal with seven seconds left. Lamar Jackson then hit Zay Flowers for 27 yards; after a timeout with one second remaining, Tyler Loop kicked the 56-yard game-winner. -
Myles Price’s 86-yard punt-return TD helps Vikings beat Buccaneers 23-16
Myles Price’s 86-yard punt-return touchdown helped Minnesota beat Tampa Bay 23-16 after Justin Jefferson injured his ankle on the opening drive and was ruled out for the game. Will Reichard added three field goals, and the Vikings’ defense made two late interceptions. -
Jackson Koivun says rapid rise stunned him after US Presidents Cup win
Jackson Koivun said his rapid rise stunned him after he helped the United States win the Presidents Cup at Medinah on Sunday, beating Si-woo Kim in singles. The U.S. came back from a three-point deficit as the Internationals won just two of 12 matches. -
Pluto says Guardians played just 25 games after playoff elimination since 2013
The Cleveland Guardians clinched their 14th AL Central title in 2026. Since 2013, they have reached the playoffs nine times in 14 seasons; Cleveland.com’s Terry Pluto reports they played only 25 games after being officially eliminated from contention. -
Baker Mayfield exits late against Vikings with apparent hand injury
Baker Mayfield left Tampa Bay’s Week 3 game against Minnesota late in the fourth quarter after apparently jamming his throwing-hand thumb; a broader hand injury was also possible. He did not return, and backup Jalon Daniels’ Hail Mary was intercepted as time expired. -
Vanderbilt wins 82-73 as Virginia’s interior defense struggles
Virginia lost 82-73 to Vanderbilt in Sunday’s outdoor preseason exhibition, as the Commodores won the paint 46-22, fast-break points 20-5 and rebounds 43-36. Chance Mallory sat as a precaution, and coach Ryan Odom rested starters for much of the second half. -
Vikings beat Buccaneers 23-16 as Mayfield leaves late with hand pain
Minnesota beat Tampa Bay 23-16 to move to 3-0, leaving the Buccaneers 0-3 and adding pressure on coach Todd Bowles. Baker Mayfield left late after hurting his right hand on his final pass; undrafted free agent Jalon Daniels replaced him and threw an interception on a Hail Mary. -
Tracy says Contreras should be available for Red Sox playoff opener
Red Sox manager Chad Tracy said Willson Contreras should be available for Tuesday’s Wild Card Game 1 after a two-at-bat return as designated hitter Sunday; reliever Tyron Guerrero will miss at least the first two playoff rounds with a lat strain. -
Styles and Medrano fuel three takeaways in Commanders' 33-31 win over Seattle
The Commanders forced three takeaways and stopped Seattle on fourth down inside the 2 in a 33-31 win, ending two games without a takeaway. Sonny Styles forced a fumble and intercepted a pass; Kain Medrano returned an interception for a fourth-quarter touchdown. -
Steelers beat Bengals 30-27 after McCarthy changes offensive line
After Mike McCarthy reshuffled Pittsburgh’s offensive line, the Steelers beat Cincinnati 30-27. ESPN’s Ben Solak reported Aaron Rodgers averaged a Steelers-best 3.19 seconds to throw; he also attempted 15 passes at least 10 yards downfield, his highest total with Pittsburgh. -
Baker Mayfield heads to locker room after apparent thumb injury
Baker Mayfield went to the locker room after appearing to injure his throwing-hand thumb late in Tampa Bay’s game against Minnesota. His right hand connected with linebacker Blake Cashman’s forearm on a fourth-and-13 pass with under two minutes left; the Buccaneers trailed 20-16. -
Commanders beat Seahawks 33-31 as Mariota stays unbeaten as a starter vs. Seattle
The Washington Commanders beat the Seattle Seahawks 33-31, as Marcus Mariota remained unbeaten as a starter against Seattle. The Seahawks turned the ball over three times, struggled to run and allowed key third-down conversions; a kickoff out of bounds also gave Washington good1? -
Dodgers finish 100-62, giving Dave Roberts his record-tying sixth 100-win season
The Dodgers beat the San Francisco Giants 5-1 in 10 innings to finish the regular season 100-62, win the NL West by nine games and give manager Dave Roberts his sixth 100-win season, tying Joe McCarthy and Bobby Cox for the MLB record of six 100-win seasons. -
Bengals fall to Steelers; Taylor is 6-51 when trailing after three quarters
Cincinnati fell to Pittsburgh after opening the 2026 season 2-0. Zac Taylor is 6-51 when the Bengals trail after three quarters; special-teams miscues shifted momentum twice, and Joe Burrow fumbled on a potential game-winning drive. -
Giants open as 1.5-point favorites for Week 4 against Arizona
The New York Giants opened as 1.5-point favorites against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 4, according to FandDuel Sportsbook. New York is 2-1 after beating Tennessee 12-7, while star pass rusher Brian Burns' status is unknown following a potentially serious knee injury. -
Braves close 94-win regular season after dropping two of three at Miami
Atlanta lost two of three at Miami to close its regular season, finishing with 94 wins after Sunday's 5-3 defeat. Already locked into the No. 3 seed, the NL East champions will host Philadelphia in a Wild Card Series beginning Tuesday. -
Barcelona director Deco reportedly tracks Estevao's status at Chelsea
Barcelona sporting director Deco is reportedly monitoring Estevao Willian’s situation at Chelsea, where the Brazilian has played just 23 minutes so far this season. Diario Sport says he is growing frustrated, but there is no indication he wants to leave.
