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4 World Series milestones that could occur this October, plus 3 that already have
The 2026 World Series puts a record-breaking fastball, historic pitching trends and low-payroll teams in the spotlight
Is Rico Dowdle playing today? Latest injury update for Steelers vs. Saints game
Rico Dowdle's knee injury raised questions ahead of the Pittsburgh Steelers' Week 7 matchup against the New Orleans Saints. Find out the latest on his availability.
How to watch Steelers vs Saints: NFL, live stream, TV channel, start time
The Pittsburgh Steelers travel to Paris for the NFL’s first regular‑season game in France, facing the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Oct. 25 at 9:30 AM ET. The matchup airs on NFL Network and ESPN Deportes and streams free on Fubo. Steelers (4‑2) enter with Aaron Rodgers, DK Metcalf and a defense led by T.J. Watt, aiming for a third straight win. Saints (2‑4) ride quarterback Tyler Shough’s four‑TD performance against the Giants and weapons Alvin Kamara and Chris Olave, hoping for an upset in front of a historic Paris crowd.
NFL weather report for Week 7: Chiefs, Seahawks face heavy SNF rain
The overall NFL weather report looks promising, but Sunday Night Football's outlook isn't so ideal.
BYU’s loss to UCF makes history not seen in college football since 2007
Texas and Georgia lost at No. 1 on walk-off field goals before UCF’s goal-line stand in double overtime handed BYU its first loss of 2026.
College football AP Top 25 rankings 2026: Voter reveals Week 9 ballot
College football insider Brett McMurphy shared his AP Top 25 rankings ballot ahead of Week 9.
NFL power rankings, updated entering Sunday Week 7
Updated NFL power rankings for all 32 teams entering Sunday of Week 7.
College football stock up, stock down from Week 8: Big 12 playoff hopes take hit
Another action-packed weekend of college football.
NFL Week 7 TV schedule: Full list of games & start times
Week 7 of the 2026-27 NFL regular season continues on Sunday, October 25, with the action getting underway bright and early in Paris.
Is Breece Hall playing today? Injury update, Braelon Allen start or sit advice for Week 7
Here's the latest status update on Breece Hall and some start or sit advice for Braelon Allen.
NFL announcer schedule & pairings for Week 7 of 2026 season
Who will be calling your favorite team's game during Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season?
Browns Week 7 fantasy start-sit: Boston, Judkins, Fannin, Concepcion
Tennessee has allowed the 10th-most half-PPR points to receivers, while Dylan Sampson’s return from injured reserve threatens Quinshon Judkins’ receiving work.
Fantasy football start or sit Week 7: Christian Kirk, Cam Skattebo, Makai Lemon
Some start or sit advice for Christian Kirk, Cam Skattebo and Makai Lemon in Week 7.
Live stream Saints vs Steelers for free: Watch NFL Week 5, TV channel
The Pittsburgh Steelers host the New Orleans Saints in a Week 7 international NFL showdown on Sunday, October 25, 2026, with kickoff at 9:30 AM ET on NFL Network (also on ESPN Deportes). The Steelers, coming off two straight wins behind veteran QB Aaron Rodgers and a strong running game led by Jaylen Warren, aim to exploit a Saints defense that struggles against the run. New Orleans relies on Tyler Shough’s 14 touchdowns but must curb his eight turnovers against a Pittsburgh defense featuring T.J. Watt. The game streams free on Fubo.
Auston Matthews explains why Maple Leafs’ locker room is ‘so much fun’ right now
Toronto’s supportive locker room is helping everyone contribute to the team’s success.
Will Saquon Barkley play in Week 7? Injury update, start or sit advice for Eagles RB
Here's what we know about Saquon Barkley's chances of suiting up on Monday night.
Oilers’ Mike Babcock admits Maple Leafs exposed Edmonton’s biggest problem
Mike Babcock takes responsibility as Toronto Maple Leafs outworks Edmonton Oilers.
Brewers’ Aaron Ashby breaks Yankee pitcher’s 45-year-old record in World Series
Ashby got the final five outs in Game 2 to set a record.
Updated ESPN FPI college football top 25 rankings after upset-filled Week 8
The latest ESPN FPI college football top 25 rankings have been released following a chaotic, upset-filled Week 8.
World Series Game 2 ends on borderline check-swing call
World Series Game 2 ends on a controversial check‑swing call. With two outs in the top of the ninth, Yandy Diaz swings at a pitch from Aaron Ashby and first‑base umpire James Hoye rules it a swinging strike, sealing Milwaukee's 5‑4 comeback win over Tampa Bay. The Rays had rallied with a Jonny DeLuca double and were poised to tie when the call was made. Ashby earns the save, extending his postseason scoreless streak to 15.2 innings—a new record surpassing Goose Gossage—while the decision fuels weekend debate between fans of both clubs.
Aryna Sabalenka laughed off awkward moment at UFC 333
Grand Slam champion Aryna Sabalenka attended UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi on October 25, 2026, drawing loud applause despite an announcer mispronouncing her name as “Sabalenko.” The Belarusian No. 2 was on a break from the Asian swing to prep for the WTA Finals, which she hopes will boost her confidence after a lackluster summer that saw Elena Rybakina overtake her at World No. 1. With Sabalenka’s recent Indian Wells title, she enters the Indian Wells‑hosted WTA Finals as a favorite alongside defending champion Rybakina, amid potential tension with Mirra Andreeva and Elina Svitolina.
Junior Caminero explodes in Rays’ dugout after Chandler Simpson’s miscue
In Game 2 of the World Series, the Tampa Bay Rays squandered a 4-0 lead and fell into a 4-4 tie by the seventh inning, prompting third baseman Junior Caminero to erupt in the dugout after teammate Chandler Simpson misplayed a Christian Yelich fly ball. Additional defensive lapses, including a fourth‑inning error by first baseman Jonathan Aranda that let a William Contreras single score, added to the collapse. The Brewers tied the game in the sixth and are now within one run of the Rays, who lost Game 1 on Saturday. The article details the key misplays that shifted momentum.
How to watch Houston vs Utah: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel
The unbeaten No. 10 Utah Utes (6‑0) host No. 14 Houston Cougars (6‑1) Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 at 10:15 PM ET on ESPN, with a free‑trial stream on Fubo. Utah, fresh from a 27‑24 win over Colorado, leans on QB Devon Dampier (1,412 yards, 15 TDs) and RB Wayshawn Parker (597 yards, 7 TDs). Houston, coming off a 35‑32 victory over Oklahoma State, rides QB Conner Weigman (1,771 yards, 20 TDs) and WR Amare Thomas (126 yards, 2 TDs). The Cougars hold a 5‑0 edge against the Utes, last winning 17‑14 in 2024. This Big 12 showdown promises high‑scoring action.
How to watch Warriors vs Suns: Live stream, NBA, TV channel
The Warriors head to Phoenix on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, for a 7:30 PM ET showdown with the Suns. The game airs on NBA TV and NBC Sports Bay Area and streams live on Fubo (free trial available). Golden State, fresh off a 127‑105 loss to the Lakers, leans on Stephen Curry’s shooting, while Phoenix looks to rebound from a 124‑83 season‑opening defeat, with Devin Booker leading the offense. Both Pacific Division rivals aim to snap early‑season slumps and claim early conference momentum.
How to watch Pelicans vs Nuggets: Live stream, NBA, TV channel
The New Orleans Pelicans face the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 at 9 p.m. ET in a Western Conference showdown. The game airs on Altitude Sports and Gulf Coast Sports Network, with a live stream option on Fubo (free trial available). After a 123‑120 loss to Indiana, the Pelicans hope Zion Williamson can spark the offense, while the Nuggets, led by three‑time MVP Nikola Jokic, aim to rebound from a 96‑84 defeat to Oklahoma City. Both teams seek early‑season momentum in this high‑stakes matchup.