Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers pulled off a historic Week 8 win, blanking the Atlanta Falcons 16-0 despite Mayfield completing zero passes. Relying on a ground‑heavy game plan in wet conditions, Bucky Irving rushed for 170 yards and a touchdown on 27 carries, while Kenny Gainwell added 140 yards. The Bucs amassed all 322 total yards on the run, becoming the first team to win a game without a passing completion since the 1974 Bills. The victory moves Tampa Bay to 3‑5, second in the NFC South, as they head into Week 9 against the Chicago Bears.
The post celebrates the Cubs’ historic 2016 World Series triumph, detailing Game 7’s 8‑7, 10‑inning win over Cleveland that snapped a 108‑year drought. Highlights include Dexter Fowler’s leadoff homer off Corey Kluber, Kris Bryant’s daring run, Ben Zobrist’s MVP‑winning double, and Miguel Montero’s insurance run. The entry also marks other baseball milestones—Henry Chadwick’s 1899 pitch to President McKinley, MVP awards from Gehringer to Carlton, and the Braves’ 2021 World Series—while noting key Cubs moments like Wrigley Field’s landmark status in 2000. Readers get a vivid recap of the 2016 epic and a quick tour of notable baseball history.
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Atlanta Hawks guard Kingston Flemings has been suspended one game without pay for elbowing New Orleans Pelicans guard Bryce McGowens in the head, the NBA announced Sunday, November 1.
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers proved Sunday that football games don’t always require a passing attack. Sometimes, a powerful
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Yaxel Lendeborg erupts for a career‑high 37 points, leading the Warriors to a 124‑112 win over the Clippers as Curry and Green rest, while De’Anthony Melton adds 21 and Charles Bassey grabs 10 rebounds. The Raptors fall 131‑125 to the Lakers without Jakob Poeltl, who exits with shoulder bursitis, as Luka Doncic pours in 45 points, 8 threes and 15 boards. Meanwhile, the Hawks face a one‑game suspension for rookie point guard Kingston Flemings and multiple frontcourt injuries ahead of Monday’s clash with Indiana, prompting deeper minutes for Aaron Wiggins and rookie RayJ Dennis.
The Buccaneers blanked the Falcons 16‑0 on Nov. 1, 2026, despite quarterback Baker Mayfield finishing with zero completions (0‑3) as rain forced Tampa Bay to abandon the passing game. Mayfield contributed four carries for 14 yards while Bucky Irving rushed for 170 yards and a TD, and Kenny Gainwell added 140 yards. In the post‑game press conference, Mayfield was asked about speaking with former Browns coach Kevin Stefanski, who now leads Atlanta; he replied simply, “Nope,” underscoring their strained past. The win lifts Tampa Bay to 3‑5, marks their first home victory this season, and makes them the first team with zero completions since the 1974 Bills. Tampa Bay heads to Chicago for a primetime clash in Week 9.
Falcons third‑year QB Michael Penix Jr. vows to rebound after a disastrous 16‑0 loss to Tampa Bay on Nov. 2. Penix completed just 8 of 24 passes for 125 yards, threw four interceptions and lost a fumble, while the Buccaneers won without a single pass completion – the first such feat since 1974. Rain‑soaked conditions didn’t excuse the turnovers, and Atlanta fell to 3‑5, missing a chance to lead the NFC South. Tampa Bay’s ground game surged with 324 rushing yards, highlighted by Bucky Irving’s 170 yards. The Falcons now face the Bengals in Week 9 in Madrid.
Michael Penix Jr. endured a historic collapse as the Atlanta Falcons were shut out 16‑0 by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 8. The rain‑soaked game saw Penix complete just 8 of 24 attempts for 125 yards, four interceptions and a passer rating of 12—lower than Baker Mayfield’s 39.6 despite Mayfield throwing only three passes. Bijan Robinson was Atlanta’s lone bright spot with 76 rushing yards, while Jahan Dotson led receivers with 95 yards on two catches. The loss drops the Falcons to 3‑5, third in the NFC South, as they prepare to host the Bengals on Nov. 8.
The Rawlings Gold Glove Awards crown two Chicago Cubs as defensive standouts: center fielder Pete Crow‑Armstrong wins his second consecutive Gold Glove, beating Andy Pages (Dodgers) and Michael Harris (Braves), while third baseman Alex Bregman secures his second overall (first with the Cubs) after his 2024 Astros win, becoming the first Cubs third baseman honored since Ron Santo in 1968. Top prospect Josiah Hartshorn also grabs a minor‑league Gold Glove at first base. Fellow Cubs Ian Happ, Seiya Suzuki and Dansby Swanson fall short, and fans can now vote for the Platinum Glove.
Matt Olson and Mauricio Dubon earn Gold Gloves for the Atlanta Braves, marking Olson's fourth career award and Dubon's third. Olson posted league‑leading defensive metrics this season, including +12 Outs Above Average and +11 Defensive Runs Saved at first base. Dubon, a versatile utility player, ranked in the 91st percentile for Outs Above Average and showcased elite throwing across the diamond. The Braves also had nominees Chris Sale and Michael Harris, though Harris lost to Cubs' Pete Crow Armstrong. The awards were presented Sunday night, highlighting Atlanta's defensive depth.
Rookie guard Kingston Flemings receives a one‑game suspension after elbowing Pelicans forward Bryce McGowens in the head with 3:04 left in the fourth quarter of Atlanta’s 121‑99 loss on Nov. 2. The NBA announced the penalty via James Jones, and the 19‑year‑old will miss Monday’s matchup against Indiana. Flemings, the No. 8 pick, was ejected and had finished with 12 points, two rebounds, six assists and four steals. He averages 7.1 points, 2.9 rebounds and 4.7 assists in 20.3 minutes, shooting 47.6% overall. The Hawks fall to 3‑4, with CJ McCollum and Jalen Johnson contributing modestly in the defeat.
The NBA announced Sunday night that Atlanta Hawks guard Kingston Flemings has been suspended for a game after elbowing Bryce McGowens in the head during the fourth quarter of Saturday's 121-99 loss against the New Orleans Pelicans.
The NBA suspends Hawks guard Kingston Flemings for one game without pay after he elbowed Pelicans wing Bryce McGowans in the head during a late fourth‑quarter play on Saturday. The incident, captured on video, led the league to announce the penalty on Sunday via Twitter. Flemings, the eighth overall pick in the 2026 Draft, has become a key bench player, averaging 7.1 points, 38.5% from three and 4.6 assists in 20.3 minutes per game. He will miss Monday’s matchup against the Indiana Pacers.
In a rain‑soaked Week 8 clash, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Atlanta Falcons 16‑0 despite quarterback Baker Mayfield completing zero passes – a feat not seen since 1974. The mud‑filled stadium didn’t stop the Buccaneers’ cheer squad, who performed on the slick sidelines, drawing fans’ cheers. The game also marked the first double‑digit win without a pass completion since the 1945 Steelers. Highlights include Mayfield’s 14 rushing yards on four carries and the cheerleaders’ gritty performance in the mud.
Baker Mayfield shrugs off former Browns coach Kevin Stefanski with a one‑word reply—“Nope”—after the Buccaneers beat the Falcons 16‑0 on Nov 2, 2026. Mayfield recorded zero passing yards, going 0‑for‑3 as Bucs’ ground game set a franchise record of 324 rushing yards. Stefanski, now the Falcons’ head coach, admits the loss was disappointing. The article revisits their strained history dating back to Mayfield’s 2022 trade to Carolina and highlights the rare feat of winning a game without a single passing yard, a trick last seen by the Steelers in the 1940s.
NFL Week 8 produced clear winners and losers. Titans safety Amani Hooker recorded three interceptions against the Bengals, raising his season total to five and cementing his Pro Bowl status. In contrast, Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray managed just 15 points in a 4‑point loss, with the offense producing only 15 first downs. The Buccaneers made history by winning 24‑13 in heavy rain without completing a pass, thanks to Bucky Irving’s 170 rushing yards and Kenneth Gainwell’s 140 yards, moving Tampa Bay to 3‑5. The Falcons struggled, with Michael Penix Jr. throwing 33% completions and four interceptions, extending their recent losing streak. These performances shape the playoff picture as the trade deadline nears.
Week 8 delivered several letdowns across the NFL. The Minnesota Vikings managed just 15 points and 266 yards against the Detroit Lions, failing to break the 400‑yard mark and leaving the offense under scrutiny ahead of their Buffalo Bills showdown. Atlanta Falcons rookie QB Michael Penna Jr. struggled in heavy rain, completing only 8 of 24 passes for 125 yards and throwing four interceptions in a loss to the Buccaneers. The Cleveland Browns’ offensive line collapsed, allowing Deshaun Watson eight sacks in a 21‑point defeat to the Steelers. Dallas Cowboys recorded a season‑low 261 yards versus the Cardinals, while the Kansas City Chiefs missed a critical 54‑yard field goal by Harrison Butker and surrendered a lead to lose to Denver. These five disappointments set the tone for Week 9.
Baker Mayfield leads Tampa Bay to a 16‑0 victory over the Atlanta Falcons despite recording zero pass completions. The veteran QB attempted just three throws, citing slippery weather and a focus on ball security, while the Buccaneers relied on a dominant ground game—Bucky Irving posted 170 yards and a TD on 27 carries, and Kenny Gainwell added 140 yards on 25. Tampa’s three field goals and a lone third‑quarter touchdown secured the shutout. Mayfield emphasizes his willingness to do “whatever it takes to win” as the team eyes a road game against the Chicago Bears on Nov. 8.
In Week 8, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers shut out the Atlanta Falcons 16-0 despite starter Baker Mayfield completing 0-of-3 passes for no yards—the first team to win with zero or negative passing yards since the forward pass era began, a feat not seen in over 50 years. The game joins a short list that includes the 1974 Bills, 1955 Redskins, and 1950 Browns, all of which relied on dominant rushing attacks. Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. struggled with 8-of-24 throws, four picks, and no scores.
The latest Braves update reveals that outfielder Vidal Bruján returns on a minor‑league contract, while former Astros GM Dana Brown is reported to rejoin Atlanta’s front office. Additionally, BravesVision launches new evening programming. The post also notes the recent daylight‑saving time change and reflects on a recent slump in Atlanta sports, inviting fans to share how they’re kicking off November.
Buccaneers beat Falcons in the strangest way possible.
Ira Kaufman breaks down the Buccaneers' impressive 16‑0 shutout of the Falcons, who were riding the momentum of a stunning upset over unbeaten San Francisco. Kaufman highlights ten key takeaways, including the Bucs' defensive dominance, Baker Mayfield’s surprisingly quiet performance, critical play‑calling adjustments, and the impact of emerging stars on both sides. He also examines the Falcons' missed opportunities and how the win positions Tampa Bay in the early season race. The article offers a concise, point‑by‑point analysis for fans eager to understand what propelled the Bucs to a flawless victory.
Sunday’s NFL roundup delivers drama across the league: the Ravens lose both Lamar Jackson and backup Tyler Huntley to injuries, forcing undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano into his first regular‑season start as Baltimore trails 36‑10 to Buffalo. Detroit’s win over Minnesota sparks outrage over questionable officiating and sees linebacker Jack Campbell carted off with a neck injury, while the Lions limp to a 19‑15 victory. Tampa Bay makes history as the first team since 1974 to win without a completed pass, shutting out Atlanta 16‑0 despite linebacker YaYa Diaby’s knee question. Jacksonville bursts open with a 98‑yard opening touchdown and beats Indianapolis 42‑7. Meanwhile, Dallas falls 33‑30 in OT to Arizona after a bizarre fumble‑return TD, and the Buccaneers notch a rare defensive‑driven shutout.
These NFL quarterbacks earned a spot on the bench with underwhelming performances in Week 8, starting with the Falcons-Buccaneers QB battle from Hades.