Sports news summaries — Page 6
Essential facts and source links for recent sports stories.
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Some fans blame Madison Beer as Justin Herbert’s Chargers start 0-3
The Chargers are 0-3 to open the 2026 season, and some fans blamed Madison Beer for Justin Herbert’s struggles after Tom Brady compared one of Herbert’s interceptions to a “meatball sub” on air. Herbert has thrown four interceptions and three touchdowns this season. -
Bowles offers no explanation as Buccaneers reach 10 losses in 12 games
Tampa Bay lost 23-16 to Minnesota, its third straight defeat this season and 10th in 12 games. Baker Mayfield injured his throwing-hand thumb in the game. Coach Todd Bowles said he had no explanation for the slump and that the team must play better, without blaming anyone. -
Mbappé could face Villarreal after FIFA break, COPE reports
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé is expected to be available for the team’s first match after the FIFA break, against Villarreal, COPE reports. He hyperextended his knee while playing for France against Turkey; earlier reports suggested he could miss several weeks. -
Camavinga says consistency is key to earning a bigger Real Madrid role
Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga said consistency, concentration and avoiding mistakes are what he needs to earn a more prominent role. Speaking to reporters at France’s training camp, he said he currently has the opportunity to play as a No. 6 or No. 8. -
Trevor Lawrence cites clock management for Jaguars’ one-yard kneel
Jacksonville quarterback Trevor Lawrence said he knelt at the Patriots’ 1-yard line in the fourth quarter to keep the clock running, then joked he was helping Bhayshul Tuten’s fantasy managers; Tuten scored on the next play in the Jaguars’ 35-6 win. -
Marina Shafir recalls hugging PAC at All Out in tribute after his death
Marina Shafir paid tribute to PAC at an independent wrestling event after his death, saying she had hugged him and told him she loved him at AEW’s All Out the day before. She urged the crowd to tell their loved ones they love them. -
Bowles says Mayfield dislocated thumb; MRI planned after Vikings loss
Tampa Bay coach Todd Bowles said Baker Mayfield dislocated his throwing thumb in the Buccaneers’ 23-16 loss to Minnesota. X-rays showed no break, but Mayfield is due for an MRI the next day to assess the injury after leaving in the fourth quarter. -
Aces score 102 in Game 1 win as analyst faults Fever coaching
The Las Vegas Aces scored 102 points and beat the Indiana Fever in Game 1 of their playoff series, taking control in the second quarter as A’ja Wilson led the way. Analyst Robin Lundberg called Indiana’s defense confused and undisciplined and blamed the coaching staff. -
Reading Women and Oxford City trade first-half goals in 1-1 draw
Reading Women and Oxford City drew 1-1 on Sunday as Ellie Szekeres opened the scoring late in the first half and Yasmin Edwards equalised from a corner. Reading are sixth on four points after three league games and next visit Bromley in FA Cup qualifying on Oct. 4. -
Paige Bueckers sets WNBA playoff-debut shooting mark in 104-80 loss
Paige Bueckers scored 21 points on 90% shooting from the field in her WNBA playoff debut, becoming the first guard in WNBA history to score at least 20 while shooting 90% or better in a playoff debut, according to Real App. Dallas lost 104-80 to Golden State. -
AEW announces Pac’s death at 40, a day after title match
AEW announced that wrestler Pac, whose real name was Benjamin Satterley, died at 40 on Sunday, a day after facing Andrade El Idolo for the AEW National Championship at All Out. The cause of death has not been disclosed; AEW president Tony Khan paid tribute. -
West Ham may make January offer for Köln defender Rav van den Berg
West Ham are reportedly interested in Köln centre-back Rav van den Berg and could return with a concrete January offer, according to Express.de, which cites a possible €15 million fee. The 22-year-old has not played for Köln this season. -
Mahomes says Chiefs fell short of standard during 21-10 Dolphins win
Patrick Mahomes said Kansas City fell short of its standard in a 21-10 win over Miami, especially in the second and third quarters, but came together late to reach 3-0. He called it a learning experience and said the Chiefs must bring their best each week. -
Sunderland reportedly have no plans to sell Brobbey in 2027
Football Insider reports Sunderland have no plans to sell Brian Brobbey in 2027 despite Manchester United’s interest. The 24-year-old scored a hat-trick in Sunderland’s 5-3 loss to Manchester City before the international break and is contracted until 2029. -
Djokovic’s China Open draw could set up a test against Zverev
Novak Djokovic draws Nuno Borges in round one and could meet top seed Alexander Zverev in the China Open quarter-finals. The six-time champion is unbeaten in Beijing but returns for the first time since 2015 as the sixth seed; play begins Sept. 30. -
Former Ballon d’Or editor says voter pressure can hurt a player’s chances
Former France Football editor-in-chief Pascal Ferré says Ballon d’Or voters can judge players independently, but publicity that makes them feel pushed toward a choice can irritate them and hurt a player’s chances, he told Le Parisien. -
PAC's final post honored Andy Williams before the AEW star died at 40
AEW wrestler Benjamin Satterley, known as PAC, died Sunday at 40, the promotion announced; his cause of death has not been disclosed. His final X post, shared Sept. 17, paid tribute to wrestler Andy Williams, who died earlier that month. -
Fans criticize Stephanie White’s remarks after Fever’s 102-85 loss to Aces
Indiana Fever lost Game 1 of their playoff series 102-85 to the Las Vegas Aces, and coach Stephanie White said they needed to learn from being “humbled.” Fans criticized her remarks, with some reading them as a dig at Caitlin Clark; Indiana now trails 1-0. -
COPE puts Mbappé and Konaté in contention for Real Madrid’s Villarreal game
COPE reports Kylian Mbappé and Ibrahima Konaté could recover in 10–15 days, putting them in contention for Real Madrid’s October 10 game against Villarreal. Mbappé has a left-knee injury and Konaté a right-leg problem; neither is assured to start. -
Prescott says Cowboys’ offense failed to finish in 34-31 Ravens loss
Dak Prescott blamed Dallas’ offense, not its defense, after the Cowboys lost 34-31 to Baltimore in Rio de Janeiro. Dallas settled for a field goal after reaching the Ravens’ 1-yard line; Baltimore won on a 56-yard field goal as time expired. -
Reid points to Dolphins’ effort in praising Jeff Hafley’s leadership
The Kansas City Chiefs beat the Miami Dolphins 24-10 on Sunday, leaving Miami 0-3, but Chiefs coach Andy Reid praised Jeff Hafley, saying the Dolphins played hard every snap and that their effort showed they were listening to and trusting their coach. -
Zidane says physical setbacks held Hazard back at Real Madrid
Zinedine Zidane said physical setbacks stopped Eden Hazard from giving Real Madrid what he wanted and that he wished the winger had done more after his Chelsea success. Hazard joined in 2019 for up to €150 million and was seen as a potential Cristiano Ronaldo replacement.
