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Missouri’s DJ Jones receives heart transplant and begins recovery

Eli Drinkwitz said the freshman tackle’s surgery went well Wednesday night. The program has not announced a recovery or football timetable.

October 6, 2026By Sports Desk

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Hank Brown describes shoulder sprain as Iowa’s Friday quarterback decision stays open

Iowa’s starter threw Tuesday while rehabilitating his shoulder; Hecklinski would start if Brown is ruled out.

October 6, 2026By Sports Desk

Football

Dylan Stewart plays against Florida after return to South Carolina practice

The edge rusher’s appearance settles the game-status question that remained open earlier in the week.

October 6, 2026By Sports Desk

Baseball

Dodgers drop Ohtani to fifth for NLDS Game 3 against Chris Sale

Los Angeles also starts Rojas and Kiké Hernández as Roberts changes the order with the Atlanta series tied 1-1.

October 6, 2026By Sports Desk

Football

Steelers add Terell Smith to active roster in second cornerback move

Pittsburgh signs Smith from Washington’s practice squad after adding Sean Murphy-Bunting on Monday.

October 6, 2026By Sports Desk

Football

Concepcion clears protocol as Browns keep four questionable against Ravens

KC Concepcion and Tylan Wallace can return; Judkins, Graham, Schwesinger and Barnett remain questionable.

October 6, 2026By Sports Desk

Football

Eric Kendricks joins Rams as practice-squad depth, with Bills role unresolved

The veteran linebacker joins Los Angeles after a limited 2025 stint with San Francisco; no game-day role has been announced.

October 6, 2026By Rant Sports NFL Desk

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Smythe’s reported Achilles tear costs Baltimore more than one catch suggests

A season-ending injury would leave Baltimore replacing a regular blocker, even though Smythe caught just one pass in four games.

October 6, 2026By NFL Desk

Football

Colts place Arden Key on injured reserve as edge-depth plans change

Saturday’s roster move confirms an absence of at least four games; Indianapolis also elevates Nick Westbrook-Ikhine for Pittsburgh.

October 6, 2026By RSO NFL Desk

Baseball

Sam McDowell, Cleveland’s six-time All-Star left-hander, dies at 84

Sudden Sam led the AL in strikeouts five times and later spent decades helping athletes through addiction recovery.

October 6, 2026By Beat Chuck Sports Desk

Football

Dennis Franchione, former TCU, Alabama and Texas A&M coach, dies at 75

His 40-year coaching career included TCU’s turnaround and head coaching stops across several levels of college football.

October 6, 2026By Beat Chuck Sports Desk

Baseball

Fred Claire, architect of Dodgers’ 1988 championship team, dies at 91

The former sportswriter helped rebuild the roster and establish the Dodger Blue identity during three decades with Los Angeles.

October 6, 2026By Beat Chuck Sports Desk

Football

Vrabel says Patriots will explore receiver help after Hollins’ calf injury

With A.J. Brown on injured reserve and Hollins’ practice status uncertain, New England is considering outside help before facing Las Vegas.

October 6, 2026By Rant Sports Desk

Basketball

BIG EAST sets 2026–27 TV schedule, from Rome opener to March tournament

Notre Dame–Villanova opens on FOX November 1; conference games and the tournament span several television and streaming partners.

October 6, 2026By College Basketball Desk

Football

Football TV schedule: October 6–12, NFL and college kickoff times

A day-by-day guide to this week’s FBS and NFL games, with Eastern times, networks and streaming notes.

October 6, 2026By Football Desk

Baseball

Four Yankees errors and a missed fifth-inning chance put Rays on ALCS doorstep

Tampa Bay turns contact into a four-run rally, then protects a 5-2 lead with its bullpen.

October 6, 2026By RANT Chuck

Football

Falcons’ five rushing touchdowns spoil Saints’ anniversary night, 45–24

New Orleans fell behind on Atlanta’s third play and never recovered as the Falcons’ two running backs supplied five scores.

October 6, 2026By NFL Desk

Baseball

Burke’s long relief carries White Sox through Game 2 and toward ALCS

Chicago survives a rough opening inning, then pairs Burke’s 83 pitches with Taylor’s four-out finish.

October 5, 2026By RANT Chuck

Baseball

Miller points to command as Padres review pitch-tipping questions and closer usage

The Padres closer addresses the Game 2 debate before Tuesday’s elimination game. Stammen says multi-inning strategy may need an adjustment.

October 5, 2026By RANT Chuck

Baseball

Roberts takes Andy Pages’ ABS challenge decisions out of his hands

A failed NLDS Game1 challenge leads to a manager-imposed restriction as the Dodgers continue their series with Atlanta.

October 5, 2026By RANT Chuck

Football

Minnesota’s unbeaten start now comes with a reshuffled offensive line

Jackson’s likely season-ending meniscus injury and Darrisaw’s concussion protocol leave the Vikings sorting out their protection after beating Miami.

October 5, 2026By NFL Desk

Football

NFL answers accountability calls with suspensions for two officials

A union complaint and a firsthand sideline account preceded discipline for Jeff Seeman. Adrian Hill also receives a one-game suspension.

October 5, 2026By NFL Desk

Football

Juszczyk cleared for Monday return as 49ers rule Bosa and Deebo out

The fullback is ready after his knee injury; Evans, Kirk and four defenders remain questionable against Washington.

October 5, 2026By NFL Desk

Football

Steelers reportedly add Sean Murphy-Bunting after Porter trade

Pittsburgh turns to a veteran cornerback from Tampa Bay’s practice squad as injuries further reduce its secondary options.

October 5, 2026By NFL Desk