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Vikings dominate Texans to stay undefeated, pad case as NFC front-runner
- October 10, 2016
Minnesota Vikings defenders Tom Johnson , from left, Everson Griffen and Danielle Hunter celebrate after sacking Houston Texans quarterback Brock Osweiler during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. He also rushed once for seven yards. "Everybody loves Marcus", coach Mike Zimmer said, "because he does anything you ask him to do". "Coach Zimmer let us know that no one is going to feel sorry for us in this league". (more...)
- October 10, 2016
Minnesota Vikings defenders Tom Johnson , from left, Everson Griffen and Danielle Hunter celebrate after sacking Houston Texans quarterback Brock Osweiler during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. He also rushed once for seven yards. "Everybody loves Marcus", coach Mike Zimmer said, "because he does anything you ask him to do". "Coach Zimmer let us know that no one is going to feel sorry for us in this league". (more...)
Henderson defends Rooney after boos against Malta
- October 10, 2016
A 2-0 victory over Malta - ranked 176th in the Federation Internationale de Football Association world rankings - may not count as a massive achievement, but it has at least extended the goodwill for the temporary England boss until they play tricky Slovenia tomorrow. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
A 2-0 victory over Malta - ranked 176th in the Federation Internationale de Football Association world rankings - may not count as a massive achievement, but it has at least extended the goodwill for the temporary England boss until they play tricky Slovenia tomorrow. (more...)
Sprint Cup race at Charlotte postponed until Sunday
- October 10, 2016
Johnson has the only wins for the organization, but Elliott had been sniffing victory lane all season. "Your focus is just, 'What can I do to continue this roll, continue this momentum?'" he said. It will still air on WXII 12, and NBC Sports officials said it also will be simulcast on NBCSN. DILLON GAMBLES: As the long shot in the field, Dillon likely needed tremendous luck or a stroke of strategic planning to advance out of the second round. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
Johnson has the only wins for the organization, but Elliott had been sniffing victory lane all season. "Your focus is just, 'What can I do to continue this roll, continue this momentum?'" he said. It will still air on WXII 12, and NBC Sports officials said it also will be simulcast on NBCSN. DILLON GAMBLES: As the long shot in the field, Dillon likely needed tremendous luck or a stroke of strategic planning to advance out of the second round. (more...)
Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr. again fined by NFL
- October 10, 2016
On Friday, it was announced that Beckham Jr. had been fined $24,309 by the National Football League for his unsportsmanlike conduct on Monday night. Moments like that have started to pile up for Beckham as the Giants have reportedly discussed benching the two-time Pro-Bowl receiver for his repeated outbursts on and off the field. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
On Friday, it was announced that Beckham Jr. had been fined $24,309 by the National Football League for his unsportsmanlike conduct on Monday night. Moments like that have started to pile up for Beckham as the Giants have reportedly discussed benching the two-time Pro-Bowl receiver for his repeated outbursts on and off the field. (more...)
Mercedes lodge protest against Verstappen
- October 10, 2016
His remarks are a reference to the fact Mercedes tied up a third consecutive constructors' championship title in Japan, following Nico Rosberg's win and Hamilton's third place. Hamilton, who hinted at sabotage from within the Mercedes team after his third engine failure of the year last week, cut a forlorn figure on the podium, the 100th of his career. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
His remarks are a reference to the fact Mercedes tied up a third consecutive constructors' championship title in Japan, following Nico Rosberg's win and Hamilton's third place. Hamilton, who hinted at sabotage from within the Mercedes team after his third engine failure of the year last week, cut a forlorn figure on the podium, the 100th of his career. (more...)
Italy's De Rossi forgives Buffon for blunder
- October 10, 2016
Ventura began his time in charge with a 3-1 defeat to France before winning his first competitive match by the same scoreline, in Israel. Spain put eight unanswered goals past Liechtenstein in their opening qualifier in Leon, where Chelsea forward Diego Costa was one of three players to hit a brace. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
Ventura began his time in charge with a 3-1 defeat to France before winning his first competitive match by the same scoreline, in Israel. Spain put eight unanswered goals past Liechtenstein in their opening qualifier in Leon, where Chelsea forward Diego Costa was one of three players to hit a brace. (more...)
Kohli and Rahane lead India's onslaught against New Zealand
- October 10, 2016
Kohli's hundred is the first of the ongoing India-New Zealand series. The batsman, who resumed the day on 103 in his 48th Test, scored runs all around the park with 20 boundaries during his 366-ball stay at the crease. It was only the second double century stand for the wicket against the Kiwis and ninth plus-200 partnership overall against all comers for the fourth wicket . (more...)
- October 10, 2016
Kohli's hundred is the first of the ongoing India-New Zealand series. The batsman, who resumed the day on 103 in his 48th Test, scored runs all around the park with 20 boundaries during his 366-ball stay at the crease. It was only the second double century stand for the wicket against the Kiwis and ninth plus-200 partnership overall against all comers for the fourth wicket . (more...)
Mickelson promises prepared USA team at Ryder Cup
- October 10, 2016
This team has been questioned and beat up for a long time, and I'm proud of the way they came together". Members of Team USA were understandably delighted with their first Ryder Cup victory since 2008, having suffered a heartbreaking final-day defeat in its last contest on home soil that became known as the "Miracle at Medinah". (more...)
- October 10, 2016
This team has been questioned and beat up for a long time, and I'm proud of the way they came together". Members of Team USA were understandably delighted with their first Ryder Cup victory since 2008, having suffered a heartbreaking final-day defeat in its last contest on home soil that became known as the "Miracle at Medinah". (more...)
Jonny Bairstow passes fitness test for England's one-day clash with Bangladesh
- October 10, 2016
At 271 for 4 in the 42rd over, Bangladesh seemed to be coasting towards a conformable victory, but Jake Ball and Adil Rashid bowled impressive spells to pick up nine wickets between them and scripted a famous win for the visitors. BOWLING: Woakes 7-1-38-0 (1w); Willey 7-1-46-0 (1w); Ball 9.5-0-51-5 (4w, 1nb); Stokes 5-0-37-0 (1w); Rashid 9-0-49-4 (3w); Ali 10-0-62-0. He combined for 153 with debutant Ben Duckett , both of them employing reverse sweeps against the spinners to make the ... (more...)
- October 10, 2016
At 271 for 4 in the 42rd over, Bangladesh seemed to be coasting towards a conformable victory, but Jake Ball and Adil Rashid bowled impressive spells to pick up nine wickets between them and scripted a famous win for the visitors. BOWLING: Woakes 7-1-38-0 (1w); Willey 7-1-46-0 (1w); Ball 9.5-0-51-5 (4w, 1nb); Stokes 5-0-37-0 (1w); Rashid 9-0-49-4 (3w); Ali 10-0-62-0. He combined for 153 with debutant Ben Duckett , both of them employing reverse sweeps against the spinners to make the ... (more...)
Tom Coughlin: Odell Beckham Jr. Is A Distraction For New York Giants
- October 10, 2016
The SB Nation website reported Thursday that the Giants are prepared to bench and even suspend Beckham if there is another emotional blowup, but Beckham said the team has given him no such warning. After an avalanche of criticism for a series of altercations dating to his nasty confrontation last December with cornerback Josh Norman, Beckham has expressed remorse and vowed to at least try to change his behavior. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
The SB Nation website reported Thursday that the Giants are prepared to bench and even suspend Beckham if there is another emotional blowup, but Beckham said the team has given him no such warning. After an avalanche of criticism for a series of altercations dating to his nasty confrontation last December with cornerback Josh Norman, Beckham has expressed remorse and vowed to at least try to change his behavior. (more...)
Colts Fall to 1-3 With 30-27 Loss to Jaguars
- October 10, 2016
Sitting at 1-3 through the start of the season, the Colts need to find answers, and find them quickly before things go south. Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Allen Hurns (88), centre, races through to score a touchdown during an NFL football game against Indianapolis Colts at Wembley stadium in London , Sunday Oct. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
Sitting at 1-3 through the start of the season, the Colts need to find answers, and find them quickly before things go south. Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Allen Hurns (88), centre, races through to score a touchdown during an NFL football game against Indianapolis Colts at Wembley stadium in London , Sunday Oct. (more...)
Eagles Still Want To Avoid Designed Runs For Carson Wentz
- October 10, 2016
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws the ball as Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Vinny Curry (75) moves in to tackle during the first quarter at Ford Field. It was a rare rookie mistake from Wentz, who's played within himself even as the hysteria has grown through the first five weeks of the season. Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford threw for three touchdowns as Detroit snapped a three-game losing streak. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws the ball as Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Vinny Curry (75) moves in to tackle during the first quarter at Ford Field. It was a rare rookie mistake from Wentz, who's played within himself even as the hysteria has grown through the first five weeks of the season. Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford threw for three touchdowns as Detroit snapped a three-game losing streak. (more...)
Going Green: Eagles vs Lions Preview
- October 10, 2016
The Eagles led 23-21 with three minutes to play, and had the ball. The Eagles needed about 40 yards to get into field-goal range and go for the game victor. "In the second half we adjusted to their game plan and buckled down", Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham said. The NFL Odds for the game have the Eagles favored to pick up the victory on the road. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
The Eagles led 23-21 with three minutes to play, and had the ball. The Eagles needed about 40 yards to get into field-goal range and go for the game victor. "In the second half we adjusted to their game plan and buckled down", Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham said. The NFL Odds for the game have the Eagles favored to pick up the victory on the road. (more...)
Nick Chubb leads Georgia to Sunday afternoon victory over SC
- October 10, 2016
The Sunday showcase came about because of Matthew, a destructive storm that struck the state on Saturday. The stadium suffered minor damage as the storm passed by Saturday. LSU at Florida: The game has been postponed, and no reschedule date has been announced. The same should happen in Columbia, said a professor who teaches a class on the fanaticism surrounding SEC football. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
The Sunday showcase came about because of Matthew, a destructive storm that struck the state on Saturday. The stadium suffered minor damage as the storm passed by Saturday. LSU at Florida: The game has been postponed, and no reschedule date has been announced. The same should happen in Columbia, said a professor who teaches a class on the fanaticism surrounding SEC football. (more...)
Blue Jays 2B Travis to miss second straight game
- October 10, 2016
Toronto will play the victor of the division series between the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians in the AL Championship Series. In the 2015 playoffs, the Rangers won the first two games of the ALDS in Toronto, but the Jays would go on to win the next three games and move on to the ALCS where they eventually lost in six games to the Kansas City Royals, who went on to win the World Series. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
Toronto will play the victor of the division series between the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians in the AL Championship Series. In the 2015 playoffs, the Rangers won the first two games of the ALDS in Toronto, but the Jays would go on to win the next three games and move on to the ALCS where they eventually lost in six games to the Kansas City Royals, who went on to win the World Series. (more...)
Radwanska nabs second China Open title with straight-sets win over Konta
- October 10, 2016
It was a really special week for me and it couldn't be any better", Radwanska said after the match. "Every title means a lot, but especially here when you play against the best players in the world, in one of the biggest tournaments". Despite the loss, by reaching the final Konta has amassed enough points to break into the top 10 - the first British woman to do so since Jo Durie in 1984. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
It was a really special week for me and it couldn't be any better", Radwanska said after the match. "Every title means a lot, but especially here when you play against the best players in the world, in one of the biggest tournaments". Despite the loss, by reaching the final Konta has amassed enough points to break into the top 10 - the first British woman to do so since Jo Durie in 1984. (more...)
Odell Beckham Jr. fined five figures for latest unsportsmanlike conduct penalty
- October 10, 2016
The Giants want to get Odell Beckham involved earlier Sunday against the Packers. "It's because he doesn't want Odell to be at his best". Beckham at his best is a scary proposition. "We can't afford penalties that hurt the team". That never seems to be the case. "We'll win some games and pick up this offense". I'm not seeing anything improve from the young man, that's the thing. (more...)
- October 10, 2016
The Giants want to get Odell Beckham involved earlier Sunday against the Packers. "It's because he doesn't want Odell to be at his best". Beckham at his best is a scary proposition. "We can't afford penalties that hurt the team". That never seems to be the case. "We'll win some games and pick up this offense". I'm not seeing anything improve from the young man, that's the thing. (more...)
Wayne Rooney refutes Allardyce's 'played wherever he wanted' comment
- October 10, 2016
Having been dropped to the U-21s by Sam Allardyce, when he named his first England squad, Southgate has recalled Rashford back to the senior setup and Rooney believes it is more than well deserved. "I think (stamping your authority) takes time , for sure", said Southgate. Stones may not be thinking of donning the armband but the 22-year-old is certainly looking ahead to a long future with England . (more...)
- October 10, 2016
Having been dropped to the U-21s by Sam Allardyce, when he named his first England squad, Southgate has recalled Rashford back to the senior setup and Rooney believes it is more than well deserved. "I think (stamping your authority) takes time , for sure", said Southgate. Stones may not be thinking of donning the armband but the 22-year-old is certainly looking ahead to a long future with England . (more...)
England manager loses job after just one game, newspaper sting
- October 10, 2016
Football: Former England manager Sam Allardyce has spoken to the media for the first time since his contract was terminated. "Although it was made clear during the recorded conversations that any proposed arrangements would need The FA's full approval, I recognise I made some comments which have caused embarrassment". (more...)
- October 10, 2016
Football: Former England manager Sam Allardyce has spoken to the media for the first time since his contract was terminated. "Although it was made clear during the recorded conversations that any proposed arrangements would need The FA's full approval, I recognise I made some comments which have caused embarrassment". (more...)
Dallas Cowboys: 3 Takeaways From Week 4
- October 10, 2016
Missing Tony Romo , Dez Bryant , Orlando Scandrick, La'el Collins, and Tyron Smith the Cowboys fell into a 14-0 hole nearly immediately. At that point, Elliott had rushed for 17 yards and Prescott had thrown for 31. "There were a number of backups in the lineup on both sides of the ball", coach Jason Garrett said. "Makes the big interception, makes the big tackle at the end of the ballgame". (more...)
- October 10, 2016
Missing Tony Romo , Dez Bryant , Orlando Scandrick, La'el Collins, and Tyron Smith the Cowboys fell into a 14-0 hole nearly immediately. At that point, Elliott had rushed for 17 yards and Prescott had thrown for 31. "There were a number of backups in the lineup on both sides of the ball", coach Jason Garrett said. "Makes the big interception, makes the big tackle at the end of the ballgame". (more...)
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