Sports news summaries — Page 20
Essential facts and source links for recent sports stories.
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Saints host undefeated Raiders in Week 3 home opener; viewing details
The Saints host the undefeated Raiders in their Week 3 home opener at New Orleans’ Caesars Superdome on Sunday, Sept. 27, with kickoff listed for 3:25 p.m. CST. NFL on CBS will carry the game, and YouTube TV NFL Sunday Ticket is also listed. -
Steelers turn to Iheanachor at tackle and Hoffman at guard vs. Bengals
Per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, the Steelers will give rookie Max Iheanachor his first start at right tackle against Cincinnati, with Brock Hoffman replacing Spencer Anderson at right guard. Pittsburgh is making both changes as it seeks a more reliable line combination. -
Patriots deactivate Woodson, rule out Jones for Jaguars game
New England deactivated safety Craig Woodson and ruled out outside linebacker Dre’Mont Jones for Sunday against Jacksonville. Both injured their shoulders last week; with Dell Pettus on injured reserve, Kevin Byard is the only one of the Patriots’ top three safeties available. -
Browns face Carolina without Tyson Campbell; Delpit is active
The Browns will be without cornerback Tyson Campbell for their Week 3 game against Carolina; safety Grant Delpit is active. Mekhi Blackmon is expected to start opposite Denzel Ward. Panthers receiver Xavier Legette is out, while Jalen Coker is active. -
Gilles brace sends Bayern Frauen into DFB-Pokal last 16 after 2-1 Gladbach win
Bayern Munich Frauen came from behind to beat Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-1 and reach the DFB-Pokal round of 16. Vanessa Gilles equalized in the 74th minute and completed her brace with a backheel; both goals came from Klara Bühl corners. -
Ed Oliver returns as Bills name six inactives against Chargers
Buffalo’s six Week 3 inactives against the Chargers are Skyler Bell, Ar’Maj Reed-Adams, Jude Bowry, T.J. Sanders, Mike Danna and Jalen Kilgore. Ed Oliver returns after missing last week with a hip injury. The Chargers’ list includes DJ Uiagalelei, their emergency third-quarter. -
Report: Dan Wilson's Mariners future could be settled Monday
USA Today's Bob Nightengale reports the Mariners are expected to decide manager Dan Wilson's future Monday, after the 2026 season concludes Sunday. Nightengale says Wilson could be fired; Seattle has missed the postseason and has one game remaining. -
Garoppolo, Zappe and Browning are possible Giants options after Dart injury
The New York Giants are considering quarterback options after Jaxson Dart’s left-knee injury ruled him out for the rest of 2026. They are reportedly exploring trades and could also consider free agents Jimmy Garoppolo, Bailey Zappe and Jake Browning. -
Illness ends Tommy Fleetwood’s French Open run after two rounds
Tommy Fleetwood withdrew from the French Open because he was too ill to continue, ending his week after rounds of 69 and 67 left him six under par. He apologized to fans, sponsors and organizers in a social media statement, saying he had hoped he could play. -
Zverev’s win over Tien gives Team Europe the 2026 Laver Cup
Alexander Zverev beat Learner Tien 7-6(3), 6-3 in London to clinch the 2026 Laver Cup for Team Europe. The 13-5 win over Team World, completed after Flavio Cobolli and Jakub Mensik won doubles, was the team’s sixth title and the first for captain Yannick Noah. -
Iowa beats Michigan 20-19 after late penalty extends final drive
Michigan lost 20-19 to Iowa on a touchdown pass as time expired after Zeke Berry’s unnecessary-roughness penalty gave the Hawkeyes a first down on their final drive. The Wolverines had eight penalties for 75 yards; Berry’s foul came after an Iowa third-down incompletion. -
Eugene Wilson III’s bobbling catch stands out in LSU’s 35-6 win
Eugene Wilson III made a juggling catch in the third quarter of LSU’s 35-6 home win over Texas A&M. With LSU ahead 21-3, he was tackled as the ball bobbled in the air, then secured it as he turned. It was one of his three receptions for 20 yards. -
Steelers-Bengals Week 3 game airs Sunday at 1 p.m. ET on CBS
Pittsburgh hosts Cincinnati in their Week 3 AFC North matchup Sunday, Sept. 27, at 1 p.m. ET on CBS. Fubo is listed as a live-stream option with a free trial, though regional restrictions may apply. The Bengals enter after opening the season with two wins. -
San Diego scores 10 against Arizona to clinch Wild Card home field
The San Diego Padres scored 10 runs to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday and clinch home-field advantage for their Wild Card series. Mason Miller allowed three runs in the ninth but finished the win; the Padres host the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday. -
ESPN report says Bills' DJ Moore is expected to play vs. Chargers
Buffalo Bills receiver DJ Moore, listed as questionable with a sprained AC joint, is expected to play Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported. He left last week's win over Detroit with the injury; official inactives were due at 11:30 a.m. EDT. -
FanDuel lists Texas A&M as 14.5-point favorite against Arkansas
Texas A&M is listed as a 14.5-point favorite over visiting Arkansas next Saturday in College Station, according to FanDuel, with the total set at 51.5. The Aggies enter 0-2 in SEC play after a 35-6 loss to LSU; Arkansas is 2-2 after beating Tulsa 34-6. -
Six-week knee recovery could keep Rams' Myles Garrett out until Week 8
The Rams placed Myles Garrett on injured reserve after Week 1's loss to the 49ers, ruling him out for at least four games. Ian Rapoport says his recovery from knee surgery is expected to take roughly six weeks, pointing to a likely Week 8 return. -
Preview picks Chiefs to win and cover 10.5-point spread
At Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday, the 0-2 Dolphins host the 2-0 Chiefs; the preview’s writer picks Kansas City to win and cover the 10.5-point spread. The article also backs De’Von Achane over 59.5 rushing yards and Travis Kelce over 52.5 receiving yards. -
Hamstring test leaves Zay Flowers' status against Dallas undecided
Ravens WR Zay Flowers was questionable for Sunday's Week 3 game against Dallas as Baltimore tested his injured hamstring before kickoff. Adam Schefter reported that one source called his status a true pregame decision, but the team did not appear to be counting on him to play. -
Kevin Keatts sees speed and rim protection in Michael Malone’s first UNC team
Former NC State coach Kevin Keatts called UNC’s first team under Michael Malone fast, deep and capable of protecting the rim after watching its first practice. He praised Utah transfer Terrence Brown’s play and leadership, and described Sayon Keita as an elite shot blocker. -
Phillies can clinch in finale, but need Arizona's help if they lose
Philadelphia can clinch a postseason berth by winning its final regular-season game; a loss would still leave the Phillies alive if Arizona also loses. Both games start shortly after 3 p.m. ET, so Philadelphia won't know Arizona's result before its game begins. -
Joelinton thanks Howe and voices hope for Newcastle under Jaissle
Newcastle midfielder Joelinton thanked former manager Eddie Howe for trusting him and moving him into midfield, but said the club must now move on under Matthias Jaissle. He praised the new coach’s ideas and hopes he can take the team to the next level. -
Gaethje says Topuria’s coaches stopped UFC White House title bout
Justin Gaethje says Ilia Topuria did not quit in their UFC White House title bout; Topuria’s coaches stopped it after Round 4 because he was too compromised to continue, Gaethje said. Gaethje won the undisputed lightweight title and has not decided whether to fight again. -
Fresno State outscored nonconference foes 61-26 after halftime
Fresno State ended nonconference play 3-1, outscoring its four opponents 61-26 after halftime and beating Rice 38-24 on Saturday. The Bulldogs face 3-1 Boise State on Oct. 10; the article argues a win would put them in the driver's seat for the league title.
