Sports news summaries — Page 5
Essential facts and source links for recent sports stories.
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Kimmich will return to Bayern despite hoping to stay with Germany
Joshua Kimmich will return to Bayern before Germany’s final two international-break matches, despite wanting to stay with the squad. He said he understood the planned rotation. Germany drew 1-1 with the Netherlands and lost 1-0 to Greece in his two games. -
Ellis and Hall score on debut as USMNT beats Peru 4-1
The U.S. men’s national team beat Peru 4-1 in Saturday’s friendly, with 19-year-old Justin Ellis and 18-year-old Julian Hall scoring on their debuts. Hall also provided an assist, and Gio Reyna set up Ellis; 11 players made their first U.S. appearances. -
Cowboys told Aubrey to kick through end zone after two kicks went out
Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Brandon Aubrey was told to kick the final kickoff through the end zone partly because two earlier kicks had gone out of bounds. In the loss in Brazil, Baltimore took over at Dallas’ 35-yard line with seven seconds left. -
JJ Watt praises Rio’s first NFL game after Ravens’ 34-31 win
Former Houston Texans player JJ Watt praised Rio’s first NFL game after the Baltimore Ravens beat the Dallas Cowboys 34-31. Ravens kicker Tyler Loop clinched the win with a 56-yard field goal and celebrated with Cristiano Ronaldo’s “Siuu” gesture. -
Kyren Williams and Omar Speights top Rams’ PFF grades after Denver loss
After Sunday’s loss to Denver left the Rams 1-2, PFF’s top grades went to Kyren Williams (85.0) on offense and Omar Speights (89.8) on defense. Williams had 88 rushing yards and 70 receiving; Matthew Stafford graded 60.0 and has four interceptions in three weeks. -
Colton Joseph’s late drives power Wisconsin comeback over Penn State
Wisconsin QB Colton Joseph led two late-game drives in an improbable comeback over Penn State, despite poor throws and calls for coach Luke Fickell to turn to freshman Ryan Hopkins. The writer calls it Fickell’s most impressive win in his three-plus years as Wisconsin coach. -
Oregon’s USC win leads SB Nation’s Big Ten Week 4 honors
SB Nation named Oregon’s win over previously unbeaten USC the Big Ten’s best victory of Week 4; backup Dylan Raiola threw for nearly 300 yards after Dante Moore was carted off following a first-half hit. Penn State’s late collapse was named the week’s worst loss. -
Alabama’s South Carolina win sets up a Keelon Russell-Kamario Taylor clash
Alabama rose to No. 7 in the AP and coaches’ polls after beating South Carolina 49-18. Next, it faces Mississippi State quarterback Kamario Taylor, who has 1,192 passing yards, 14 touchdowns and two interceptions through four games. Keelon Russell says the two are close friends. -
Kraken draft pick Casey Mutryn brings a 46-point U18 season to Boston College
Boston College freshman forward Casey Mutryn was selected 38th overall by Seattle in the NHL Draft’s second round. He recorded 46 points in 62 games for the U.S. National U18 team in 2025–26 and five points at the U18 men’s world championship. -
Bears-Eagles preview looks at Ben Johnson’s matchup with Vic Fangio
Taylor Doll’s Making Monsters podcast previews tonight’s Bears-Eagles game with Eagles reporter Louie DiBiase and Bears legend Tom Waddle; they discuss Philadelphia’s line issues and pass rush, Chicago’s rushing attack, and how Vic Fangio’s defense could challenge the Bears. -
Darryl Simmons II brings Atlantic 10 scoring credentials to Villanova
Villanova guard Darryl Simmons II ranked third in Atlantic 10 scoring and first in made 3-pointers last season at St. Bonaventure. The preview projects the 5-foot-11 guard as a bench scorer who could play alongside expected starter Elijah Crawford. -
Caminiti tops Battery Power’s 2026 Braves prospect list
Battery Power’s final 2026 ranking puts Cam Caminiti first among the Braves’ 30 prospects. Davis Polo made the biggest jump, rising 32 spots to No. 13 after finishing the season at Gwinnett; nine players added to Atlanta’s system in 2026 made the list. -
Jeremiah Smith scores four times as Ohio State defeats Illinois 42-19
Jeremiah Smith caught 12 passes for 217 yards and four touchdowns as Ohio State beat Illinois 42-19 on Saturday. Quarterback Julian Sayin threw for 367 yards and four touchdowns; the Buckeyes totaled 518 yards and converted 8 of 12 third downs. -
Orioles close 2026 season five wins short of an AL wild-card spot
The Orioles ended their 2026 season five wins short of an American League wild-card spot. In a season-ending podcast, the host praises Pete Alonso and begins examining the team's broader problems, with more episodes planned to cover its disappointments. -
A 9-4 win over Arizona gives Padres a series victory to close season
The Padres beat the Diamondbacks 9-4 on the final day of the regular season, securing a series win and giving manager Craig Stammen 91 wins in his first year. San Diego hosts the Cubs in Tuesday’s National League Wild Card Series opener at 7 p.m. -
Doctor says Raoni Barcelos is lucid after UFC Vegas 121 collapse
Raoni Barcelos was hospitalized after passing out in the final round of his UFC Vegas 121 fight with Raul Rosas Jr.; he lost by knockout. His doctor said Barcelos was lucid and oriented and would stay under observation for several days; the cause was not disclosed. -
Dolphins open as 9.5-point underdogs against Vikings in Week 4
FanDuel Sportsbook opened Miami as a 9.5-point underdog to the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4; the game total is 39.5 points. The 0-3 Dolphins lost 24-10 to Kansas City, and coach Jeff Hafley said the team was “not optimistic” about De'Von Achane's knee injury. -
Ohio State is the writer’s top team despite its one-point loss at Texas
After four weeks, Ohio State is the writer’s pick as college football’s best team, despite losing by one point at Texas after fading in the fourth quarter. The AP No. 5 Buckeyes have a standout in Jeremiah Smith and a strong defense, but need to run the ball better. -
Neck fracture sidelines Commanders' Leo Chenal for season
Washington Commanders linebacker Leo Chenal suffered a neck fracture during Sunday's win over Seattle and is set for season-ending surgery Monday, according to reports. He has feeling and full movement in his extremities and is expected to recover fully. -
Nuggets reportedly eye Ryan Nembhard for a two-way deal if he clears waivers
The Charlotte Hornets waived undrafted former Mavericks guard Ryan Nembhard on Saturday. The Denver Nuggets are reportedly among multiple teams hoping to sign him to a two-way deal if he clears waivers, according to Marc Stein. -
Undefeated Georgia opens as a 24.5-point favorite over Vanderbilt
Georgia is undefeated and a 24.5-point favorite against Vanderbilt on Saturday, after covering the spread in each of its first four weeks. Vanderbilt freshman quarterback Jared Curtis switched his commitment from Georgia to the Commodores the day before signing day. -
UEFA says it cannot probe alleged racist chants against Adam Idah
Black Irish footballer Adam Idah was allegedly targeted with racist chants by Israel fans during Sunday's UEFA Nations League match against Ireland in Hungary. UEFA said it cannot investigate the allegation because proper protocol was not followed, The Irish Times reported. -
Portnoy says Patriots may need a new QB if Drake Maye’s slump continues
After the Patriots lost 35-6 to Jacksonville, Drake Maye threw two interceptions and was sacked three times. Patriots fan Dave Portnoy called his play the NFL’s worst but said he was not giving up; he warned New England may need a new quarterback if the slump continues. -
Patriots fall 35-6 to Jaguars as Hollins shines and Maye commits three turnovers
New England fell to 1-2 after a 35-6 loss to Jacksonville. SB Nation’s review called Mack Hollins the Patriots’ only consistent offensive source (87 yards on six catches); Drake Maye threw two interceptions and lost a fumble, while the Jaguars scored on all five red-zone trips. -
NFL reporter cites Burrow's 1-34 mark when trailing in final eight minutes
After Cincinnati’s 30-27 loss to Pittsburgh on Sunday, NFL reporter Scott Kacsmar’s statistic that Joe Burrow is 1-34 when trailing in the final eight minutes had drawn 2.5 million views. Burrow fumbled in the final minute, and the Steelers recovered to seal the win.
