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Is Treylon Burks playing today? Injury update, Treylon Burks start-or-sit advice for Week 8
Washington Commanders wide receiver is trending the right way for a Sunday night clash against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Is George Pickens playing today? Cowboys WR start-sit injury update vs. Cardinals
Pickens played just 41 snaps in a run-heavy win at Philadelphia, and a new hamstring injury adds more snap-count risk against Arizona.
Predicting College Football Playoff field after Week 9: Ohio State falls after stunning loss
How the 12-team College Football Playoff field could look after Week 9.
Is Jaylen Waddle playing today? Injury update, fantasy advice for Week 8
Here's the latest injury and status updates on Jaylen Waddle for Week 8.
Predicting AP Top 25 college football poll entering Week 10 of 2026 season
There will be some new teams crashing into the Top 25 Sunday.
Leylah Fernandez wins hearts with emotional speech at Pan Pacific Open
The Canadian struggled to hold back tears while talking about her maternal grandfather
Is A.J. Brown playing today? Patriots WR knee flare-up vs. Dolphins
New England heads to Hard Rock Stadium with three healthy receivers on the 53-man roster, pushing DeMario Douglas and Hunter Henry into bigger Week 8 roles.
All unique skins in the Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 5 Battle Pass
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 5’s mini‑Battle Pass adds six exclusive skins, including two One Piece crossovers—Nico Robin and Portgas D. Ace—plus four remixed classics: Kawaii Team Leader, Buccaneer Brigand Jones, Charlotte‑Sensei, and the season’s antagonist Captain X, who unlocks via a unique quest. Most skins become claimable at Level 10, while Charlotte‑Sensei, Portgas D. Ace, and Captain X require reaching Level 35. Players can also hunt the limited‑time Fortnite Pirate Shop for extra cosmetics.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 5: All new Sprites and how to get them
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 5 introduces a fresh roster of Sprites that not only serve as collectible trophies but also grant in‑game boosts. New additions include Halfpeel’d (elimination markers), Re‑Pete (faster reloads), Barry O’Fish (reduced swim stamina), Exmarks (maps reveal), Plundarrgh (chest opening speed), Chester (extra loot & fall‑damage cancel), Wayfinder (Sprite detection), Kelper (water healing), Lil’ Squibbly (bonus fishing loot), Lil’ Flacko (landing shockwave), and Sweet Dreams (random items, Mythic at max). Returning Sprites are Fortune, Cursed, and Gold (arriving Nov 14). Players obtain them from rare Sprite Chests, enemy drops, NPC bosses, or by spotting them on the map.
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 5 patch notes: Everything new in Treasure Hunters
Fortnite Chapter 7 Season 5 "Treasure Hunters" launches as a one‑month mini‑season ending Dec 1, 2026. It replaces the map with a new 80‑player island featuring One Piece POIs like Arlong Park and a battleship inspired by A$AP Rocky. The Battle Pass adds six skins, including Nico Robin, Portgas D.Ace, and the new antagonist Captain X, plus remixed classics. New mechanics let chest opens trigger Treasure Hunt prizes—including exclusive skins and the free‑access Pirate Shop. Fresh weapons range from Luffy’s Gum‑Gum Fruit to Zoro’s three‑sword style, and several old guns return. Weekly updates drop on Nov 7, 14, 21, with new Sprites and Mastery Monday events returning.
Fortnite is giving free skins if you win big: How to access the Pirate Shop
Fortnite’s new Treasure Hunters season (running through November) introduces rare Pirate Tokens that drop from chests and grant access to a free Pirate Shop. The token can appear for any squad member when a teammate finds it, and at least one token is guaranteed in the weekly prize pool. During redemption windows (Nov 1–Dec 16, 2026 and Jan 1–Dec 16, 2027) players can claim any cosmetic from the item shop for free for 14 days, except real‑money offers, gifts, Battle Pass levels, and already owned Sidekicks. This limited‑time free‑skin event could let winners stock up on all desired skins.
Nike drops perfect slogan after Golden State Valkyries WNBA Championship win
Nike nailed the description of the Golden State Valkyries WNBA championship run
Mark Bowman’s highlight-reel hurdle helps USC stun Ohio State
USC tight end Mark Bowman had an insane hurdle against Ohio State on Saturday.
Bob Chesney has UCLA playing like a legitimate national title contender
UCLA strides toward a national title after a 27‑0 victory over Nevada, improving to 8‑0—their best start since 2005 and one of only three unbeaten FBS teams alongside Utah and Miami. QB Ty Dieffenbach throws for 178 yards, a touchdown pass and a rushing score, while the defense shuts down Nevada’s offense. ESPN Insights now rates the Bruins with a 53% chance of reaching the College Football Playoff, up from 1% at season start. Coach Bob Chesney’s impact is evident as UCLA faces a favorable stretch against Minnesota, Illinois, Michigan and USC, keeping a CFP berth within reach.
How to watch Texas State vs Boise State: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel
The No. 20 Boise State Broncos (6‑1) travel to face Texas State (5‑3) on Oct. 31 at 10 PM ET, with the game airing on CW and streaming free on Fubo. Boise, fresh off a 31‑10 win over Washington State and riding a six‑game streak, leans on RB Dylan Riley (128 yards, 2 TDs) and QB Maddux Madsen (149 yards, 2 TDs). Texas State, bolstered by a 20‑17 victory over Utah State, counts on RB Torrance Burgess Jr. (889 yards, 5 TDs) and QB Jackson (1,606 passing yards, 14 TDs). The matchup pits two conference‑play leaders in a first‑time Pac‑12 meeting, promising playoff‑implications for Boise.
Paul Skenes & Livvy Dunne’s Halloween costumes inspired by beloved holiday movie
Skenes and Dunne's Halloween looks were inspired by the 2003 movie Elf.
Rays make Drew Rasmussen decision days after World Series defeat
After a tough end to the 2026 postseason, the Rays have made a decision on their ace.
Saturday’s Indiana-Minnesota game featured back-to-back unbelievable kicks
There were two insane kicks at the end of Saturday's Indiana-Minnesota game.
How to watch Thunder vs Rockets: NBA, live stream, TV channel
The Oklahoma City Thunder head to Houston on Saturday, Oct. 31, for an 8:30 PM ET Western Conference clash against the Rockets. Both teams come off recent losses to Dallas (Thunder 120‑96, Rockets 116‑111) and will rely on stars—Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander for OKC and Kevin Durant, with frontcourt aid from Alperen Sengün, for Houston. The game airs on NBA TV and Space City Home Network, and streams live on Fubo (free trial available). Home‑court advantage favors the Rockets, but the Thunder’s offense and defense aim to rebound and snap their slump.
Trading for Jonathan Taylor would be big mistake for 1 team
Acquiring Taylor would be a bad move for this franchise.
Steph Curry update: Why Warriors star is not playing tonight vs Clippers
The Golden State Warriors have a busy schedule ahead, with Stephen Curry among the players to watch before Sunday's matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers.
How to watch Valkyries vs Dream Game 7: WNBA Finals, live stream, TV channel, start time
Game 7 of the 2026 WNBA Finals pits the Golden State Valkyries against the Atlanta Dream on Saturday, Oct. 31, at 8 p.m. ET. The winner-take-all showdown airs on USA Network and streams free via DIRECTV. After Atlanta forced a decisive 80‑69 win in Game 6—thanks to 23 points from Allisha Gray, 21 from Rhyne Howard and a 15‑point, 13‑rebound double‑double by Angel Reese—the Dream seeks its first championship. The Valkyries, led by Gabby Williams’ 26 points, hope to clinch the title on their home floor at Chase Center. Regional streaming restrictions may apply.
How to watch Missouri vs Arkansas: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel
No. 23 Missouri heads to Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, at 7:45 PM EDT for the Battle Line Rivalry against Arkansas. The Tigers (5‑2, 2‑2 SEC) look to tie a school record with five straight wins over the Razorbacks, who come off a 31‑21 victory over Vanderbilt. Missouri’s passing attack, led by quarterback Austin Simmons and receivers Donovan Olugbode (6 TDs) and Cayden Lee (5 TDs), is ranked 30th nationally, while its defense limits opponents to just 104 rushing yards per game. The game airs on SEC Network and streams on Fubo.
How to watch Mississippi State vs Texas: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel
Texas, ranked No. 11, seeks its fourth straight win as it travels to Starkville to face Mississippi State on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 7:30 PM EDT on ESPN (stream on Fubo). The Bulldogs, now 2‑3 and missing star QB Kamario Taylor due to a season‑ending toe injury, will start backup Parker Puckett, who threw his first career TD against Oklahoma. Texas, 5‑2 overall, aims for back‑to‑back victories after a 34‑27 win over Ole Miss, with quarterback Archie Manning accounting for two interceptions and two touchdowns. The game offers a chance for the Bulldogs to snap a month‑long winless streak before a final stretch of SEC matchups.
How to watch Ohio State vs USC: Live stream NCAA College Football, TV channel
Ohio State returns from a bye to face USC at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, Oct. 31 at 7:30 PM EDT. The Buckeyes, No. 2 in the polls, look for a sixth straight win and a 21‑game streak after a 19‑15 victory over Indiana, while USC (3‑2 Big Ten) tries to rebound from a 24‑7 loss at Wisconsin. Ohio State starter Julian Sayin misses the game with a shoulder injury, thrusting freshman Luke Fahey into the spotlight, and USC quarterback Jayden Maiava comes in hot with 19 TD passes this season. The game airs on NBC Sports 4K and streams free‑trial on Fubo.
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