The Phinsider outlines Iowa State and Arizona players the rebuilding Miami Dolphins might target in the 2027 NFL Draft. Iowa State’s senior QB Jaylen Raynor throws for 1,001 yards and 7 TDs with 166 rushing yards this season, offering improvisational upside for a day‑three pick. Edge rusher Isaac Terrell and right tackle Maasai King provide depth potential, while slot receiver Omari Hayes and possession man Ty Claiborne could earn practice‑squad spots. From Arizona, pocket‑passer Noah Fifita (5‑10) and hard‑hitting linebacker Taye Brown (93 tackles last season) appear as undrafted or late‑round candidates. The piece highlights each prospect’s stats, strengths and draft outlook.
The MLS regular-season finale pits the New York Red Bulls against Lionel Messi's Inter Miami on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at 5:30 PM ET in Harrison, NJ. Inter Miami sit second in the Eastern Conference with 55 points, while the Red Bulls cling to eighth with 36, making the clash crucial for both playoff hopes. Messi (23 goals, 13 assists) and Luis Suarez lead Miami’s attack, whereas Julian Hall (11 goals) and Jorge Ruvalcaba (8) spearhead New York. The game streams live on Apple TV, with a seven‑day free trial for new subscribers.
Start time, how to watch, and why things have actually been worse for the Heat than the Hornets so far.
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On Oct. 14, the Minnesota Timberwolves opened their 2026‑27 season against the Miami Heat when rookie point guard LaMelo Ball performed a flashy dribble‑step‑ballet before nailing a three‑pointer. The move sparked a tongue‑in‑cheek investigation by FBI chief Kash Patel, who released a 100‑page “Ball Report” claiming the play was legal and lampooning NBA rules, other players, and even unrelated political topics. Highlights include jokes about Jaden McDaniels’ mid‑range shots, Rudy Gobert’s imagined Backstreet Boys cameo, and a satirical claim that Tim Donaghy is innocent. The piece is pure satire, not an official SB Nation stance.
On Oct. 14 the Minnesota Timberwolves opened their 2026‑27 season against the Miami Heat, and new point guard LaMelo Ball performed a flashy dribble move before nailing a three that sparked a travel debate. FBI Chief Kash Patel then released a 100‑page “Ball Report,” claiming the move was legal under NBA rules and weaving in odd tangents about step counts, Jaden McDaniels’ mid‑range tactics, Rudy Gobert’s rumored Backstreet Boys stint, and even ex‑referee Tim Donaghy’s innocence. The report mixes serious rule analysis with satirical commentary, concluding that the travel call was unfounded. Readers get a bizarre blend of basketball rule‑talk and political satire.
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo have struggled early, with the Heat outscored by 46.9 points per 100 possessions in their first two games together. Adebayo managed just four points in 23 minutes against Detroit, as the Pistons handed Miami a 17‑point loss. Coach Chris Finch believes the big‑man duo will eventually click, citing spacing challenges. Meanwhile, Charlotte rebounds from an 128‑81 drubbing by Atlanta, where Dyson Daniels recorded seven steals. Orlando’s Anthony Black is nearing his debut after an ankle injury, though his rookie contract remains unsettled.
The author breaks down three key factors to watch in the Jets‑Dolphins clash on October 24, 2026. First, the narrative of a ‘must‑win’ game is challenged—New York can still make the playoffs even with a loss, while a win won’t guarantee a spot. Second, the spotlight returns to the Jets’ receiving corps, with Omar Cooper Jr. (6 catches, 103 yards, TD) and the re‑addition of Adonai Mitchell joining veteran D’Wayne Wilson, giving coach Frank Reich its full WR trio for the first time. Third, the piece questions Jeff Hafley’s coaching after six straight defeats and notes the potential impact of Breece Hall’s possible return against a Miami defense that has yielded 24+ points in four games. The article argues the Jets have more talent on both sides of the ball and should aim for a dominant win.
Former Bucks guard Malik Beasley, who hit 224 three‑pointers in his lone 2023‑24 season, is negotiating a plea deal in a federal bribery and gambling case. He is expected to admit that he took money from gamblers to miss shots or keep his scoring below a set line, effectively ending his NBA career. While the Bucks stumble 0‑2 to start the post‑Giannis era, Beasley’s legal ordeal draws fresh scrutiny, with talks on the plea expected early this week.
Bam Adebayo has always been a consistently great defender, but the Miami Heat need his offensive game on the same level.
Usage drives this Week 7 board. David Montgomery is out again, Ollie Gordon II returns from the Miami Dolphins' bye […]
The Giannis Antetokounmpo era in Miami has not gotten off the start any of us envisioned. Fortunately, the sun rose this morning. A new day equals a new opportunity, and we’re only two games into the season. Miami hits the road for the first time this season, hoping to salvage the back-to-back with an affair […]
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The Miami Dolphins have had two weeks to prepare for the Jets in Week 7, but they still need to execute to win.
The Miami Dolphins head into Sunday’s visit to MetLife as a winless underdog despite historically dominating the Jets (6‑1 in the last seven meetings). After a roster overhaul that saw all six 2023 Pro Bowlers depart, Miami relies on rookie quarterback Malik Willis, who’s 56% complete with two passing and two rushing TDs but four picks. The offensive line remains largely intact, anchored by first‑round guard Kadyn Proctor, while the running game leans on Ollie Gordon II after De’Von Achane’s ACL tear. Wideout Malik Washington struggles for production, and the receiving corps features limited‑impact mid‑round picks like Chris Bell and Caleb Douglas. Defensively, Kenneth Grant returns to bolster the line alongside Zach Sieler. Can the revamped Dolphins upset the Jets?
Giannis Antetokounmpo challenged the Miami Heat to improve their defensive intensity and take greater responsibility after a 128-111 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Friday left them winless through their first two games of the season. Antetokounmpo finished with 36 points and 12 rebounds, but Miami allowed 128 points for the second consecutive game. The […]
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Florida Panthers general manager Bill Zito struck a deal on July 24, 2021, with Buffalo Sabres general manager Kevyn Adams to send a first-round pick and goalie prospect Devon Levi…
Supporting an NFL team takes more than time on Sundays. Fans spend money on tickets and travel, and they trust the franchise to give them something worth following. That commitment becomes harder to defend when the losses keep piling up. A rebuilding team like the Miami Dolphins can ask for patience, but that patience has […]
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The Miami Heat's first step toward turning the season around could begin with Erik Spoelstra reshuffling the starting 5.
The Miami Marlins may entertain offers for All-Star shortstop Otto Lopez and second baseman Xavier Edwards, though neither is officially for sale, MLB Trade Rumors reports. Lopez, 28, posted a breakout .305/.349/.437 line with 11 homers, 71 RBIs, 191 hits (NL lead), 34 steals and a 122 wRC+ this season, earning 6.1 bWAR and strong defensive metrics. Edwards, 27, hit .280 with a .730 OPS. Both are under team control through 2029 and projected to earn $5.4 M and $3.5 M respectively. With Miami missing the playoffs and needing pitching and power, the front office could listen to high‑return trade proposals while recognizing the players' peak market value.
The Boston Bruins aim to extend their point streak to eight games as they host the San Jose Sharks tonight, hoping to sweep the season series after a 6‑3 win in San Jose on Oct. 13. Forward Morgan Geekie, stuck at one goal in 11 games despite seven assists, talks about breaking his slump. Meanwhile, Connor Hellebuyck is finally dealt, with the New Jersey Devils acquiring the 2024‑25 Hart Trophy winner in exchange for Dawson Mercer, Nico Daws and others. Panthers coach Paul Maurice erupts after a 4‑0 loss, accusing his squad of “arrogance and softness.”
The Miami Dolphins face the Jets with three keys to victory: unleash Ollie Gordon II, contain New York's rushing attack, and clean up special teams.
There are a myriad of reasons why the Miami Heat have gotten off to such a bad start to the season.
Detroit's second win of the season came with a high cost.
The Miami Dolphins played musical chairs with their kicker this week, but will face a familiar face on Sunday.
The New York Jets announce that wide receiver Adonai Mitchell will return to the active roster for the first time since Week 2 ahead of their Week 7 home game against the Miami Dolphins on October 25. At 2‑4, the Jets need the win to pull even and set up a .500 chance in Week 8 versus the Las Vegas Raiders. The injury update also notes running back Breece Hall and lineman Dylan Parham are game‑time decisions, potentially giving the offense its first healthy look of the season.
Miami Heat president Pat Riley has recalled an unusual motivational exercise he used during his coaching career, bringing a wooden board into the locker room to teach players about overcoming fear and competing against elite opponents. Riley explained that he placed a two-by-four board on the floor and demonstrated how easily someone could walk across […]
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