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(AP Photo/Nick Wass, File) BALTIMORE — As the Baltimore Ravens head into their bye week with a disappointing 1–5 record, head coach John Harbaugh is maintaining faith that his team can still make a playoff run — even with history stacked against them. Since the NFL’s inaugural postseason in 1933, only 1% of teams that began 1–5 or worse have managed to reach the playoffs. The rare few who pulled it off include the 1970 Cincinnati Bengals , 2015 Kansas City Chiefs , 2018 Ind

AP photo by John Bazemore ATLANTA — In his first-ever Monday Night Football appearance, quarterback Michael Penix Jr. showcased poise and precision, guiding the Atlanta Falcons to a 24–14 victory over the Buffalo Bills at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Backed by standout performances from running back Bijan Robinson and wide receiver Drake London, Penix’s debut under the national spotlight could hardly have gone better. Penix, now in his second NFL season, completed 20 of 32 passes

Credit: AP/Nick Wass LANDOVER, Md. — Jake Moody’s whirlwind Monday ended in storybook fashion. Just hours after being promoted from the practice squad, the 25-year-old kicker drilled a 38-yard field goal as time expired, lifting the Chicago Bears to a thrilling 25–24 victory over the Washington Commanders. Moody’s elevation to the active roster came earlier in the day after starting kicker Cairo Santos was ruled out with a right thigh injury sustained in last week’s win ov

Getty Images By Garrett Ellwood The Oklahoma City Thunder, fresh off capturing their first NBA title since relocating to Oklahoma, have emerged as the early favorites to repeat in the 2025–26 season. Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder open the year atop the championship odds, with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Denver Nuggets, New York Knicks, and Los Angeles Lakers trailing closely behind. The Houston Rockets saw their odds improve significantly after acquiring 15-time Al

Getty Images By Chris Schwegler Just over one year ago, the New York Knicks and Minnesota Timberwolves made a rare blockbuster move that involved seven players, including All-Stars Karl-Anthony Towns and Julius Randle . The trade was one of only two deals before the 2024-2025 regular season, and the next trade did not happen until Dec. 15. The Feb. 5 trade deadline is four months away, and though the 118 players who signed contracts this offseason cannot be traded now , it

Getty Images The modern NBA may be dominated by depth, but in the end, star power still defines championships. In a league where only five players take the court at a time, having three elite players can make all the difference between being a playoff hopeful and a true title contender. Even for teams without household superstars, examining the top three players on each roster provides insight into a franchise’s direction—both its present stability and its future potential. W

Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images / Jerome Miron-Imagn Images PHOENIX — Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick confirmed that Luka Doncic will make his preseason debut Tuesday night when the team faces the Phoenix Suns on the road. Doncic, 26, sat out the Lakers’ first three preseason contests as the coaching staff aimed to manage his workload following a demanding summer spent representing Slovenia in EuroBasket. Redick emphasized the importance of easing Doncic

photo cred: ( AP Photo/LM Otero) FORT WORTH, Texas — Top overall pick Cooper Flagg wasted no time showing why he’s considered one of basketball’s most complete young prospects. The 18-year-old rookie flashed his versatility and poise in his first NBA preseason appearance, helping the Dallas Mavericks cruise past the Oklahoma City Thunder 106–89 on Monday night at Dickies Arena. Playing just one half, Flagg made the most of his 14 minutes, posting 10 points, six rebounds, thr

photo credit/Getty Images Golden State has long been a destination that attracts talent, and this week proved no different as the Warriors acquired Al Horford and De’Anthony Melton. Yet, beyond adding veteran experience, the franchise became the setting for a heartfelt family reunion. On Tuesday, the Warriors signed free agent guard Seth Curry to a one-year deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The move pairs the former Duke standout with his older brother, Stephen C

photo credits/Getty Images By TSMO LONDON — Bo Nix threw an early touchdown pass, Wil Lutz kicked a decisive late field goal, and the Denver Broncos’ defense overwhelmed the New York Jets with nine sacks to secure an ugly 13–11 victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday. With the win, the Broncos (4–2) extended their winning streak to three games, though the performance was far from smooth. Denver found itself trailing 11–10 in the third quarter after conceding a safety,

photo credits/Getty Images DALLAS -- Texas rolled into the Cotton Bowl at 12:30 p.m. sharp on Saturday facing what Longhorns' coach Steve Sarkisian described as "a gut check moment." Five-plus hours later, as the Oklahoma half of the 92,100-person crowd flowed out of the stadium, Sarkisian and his players gathered at the 50-yard line with the Golden Hat and potentially season-defining win in hand. A week after stumbling to 3-2 and out of the AP Top 25 following a loss at Fl

photo credit/ Getty Images By TSMO HOUSTON — The Houston Texans began the 2025 season with a disappointing 0–3 start but enter their bye week with signs of promise and renewed determination. Early in the season, the Texans struggled to finish games — a surprising shift from the identity head coach DeMeco Ryans built during his first two seasons. Known for closing out tight contests, Houston had previously gone 14–8 in one-score games under Ryans. However, consecutive last-min

Kathryn Riley/Getty Images Washington, DC - The Washington Commanders are once again dealing with major injuries at wide receiver, with two of their top three pass catchers already ruled out — and a third still in question — ahead of Monday night’s game against the Chicago Bears. Head coach Dan Quinn announced Saturday that Terry McLaurin (quadriceps) and Noah Brown (groin/knee) will both miss the primetime contest. Star receiver Deebo Samuel remains a game-time decision aft