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Milwaukee Brewers: Brandon Woodruff throws simulated game (WATCH)
Brandon Woodruff throws a 23‑pitch live batting‑practice session for the Brewers’ regular lineup at American Family Field, the pitcher’s first exposure to hitters in nearly four months. Throwing 90‑92 mph, he faced Jackson Chourio, Brice Turang, William Contreras, Christian Yelich and NLCS MVP Jake Bauers as the club evaluates his roster spot ahead of the World Series. Woodruff, who posted a 2‑2 record with a 2.98 ERA before a shoulder injury sidelined him in July, is awaiting a decision after the Brewers’ meetings on Friday. The Brewers open the postseason against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday at 7 p.m. CT.
Green Bay Packers: Matt LaFleur calls Josh Jacobs “an elite level back”
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur says running back Josh Jacobs is an “elite level back” and could spark the offense when he returns to practice this week. Jacobs, who was on the league’s exempt list after pleading no contest to misdemeanor battery and property damage, is now eligible for Sunday’s game against the Detroit Lions. LaFleur notes the decision on Jacobs’ snap count will be made after his health assessment, and highlights that Jacobs has been attending meetings and strength sessions despite missing practice. The Packers, sitting 4‑2, aim to improve a run game that averaged just 2.2 yards per carry in a 23‑13 win over Dallas.
Green Bay Packers: 3 takeaways as Packers beat Cowboys
The Packers beat the Cowboys 23‑13 at Lambeau Field, snapping a 10‑point slump with three key takeaways. Two early interceptions by Evan Williams and Brandon Cisse set up a 25‑yard field goal and a 1‑yard TD run by Jordan Love, accounting for 10 points off turnovers, while Dallas failed to capitalize on Love’s pick. Green Bay’s offense settled for three field goals despite four red‑zone trips, missing chances to extend the lead. In the fourth quarter, Dallas went 0‑for‑2 on fourth‑down attempts, including a missed pass to CeeDee Lamb at midfield. The win improves Green Bay to 4‑2, and the team heads to Detroit on Oct. 25.
Milwaukee Bucks: Kel’el Ware says Myles Turner’s range opens the floor for both bigs
Kel’el Ware says sharing the floor with veteran Myles Turner lets him stretch the defense and sprint more, thanks to Turner’s pick‑and‑pop range and shot‑blocking. The 22‑year‑old, acquired from Miami in the Giannis trade, highlights how Turner’s 11.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.6 blocks and 38.3% three‑point shooting open spacing for both bigs. Ware, who shot 39.5% from three last season, is working on tagging up on the offensive glass and adapting to new teammates as the Bucks kick off the 2026‑27 season against Washington on Oct. 21, followed by a home game versus Chicago on Oct. 23.
Green Bay Packers: Matt LaFleur on the safety trio and Evan Williams’ interception
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur praises the safety trio—Xavier McKinney, Javon Bullard and Evan Williams—after they limited the Cowboys to 13 points in a 23-13 win on Oct. 20, 2026. Williams’ 17‑yard interception of Dak Prescott, set up by a disguised coverage, sparked a 15‑play, 73‑yard drive that ended with a Trey Smack field goal. Bullard broke up three passes, while McKinney recorded three tackles, a QB hit and praised defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon’s schemes. LaFleur says the trio could be matched against any NFL offense as Green Bay heads to Detroit on Oct. 25.
Jenkins says the Bucks have not broached a Wisconsin Herd plan for Ament
Milwaukee Bucks coach Taylor Jenkins says rookie forward Nate Ament, who sprained his left ankle in an Oct. 7 exhibition, is fully participating in practice and showing good progress. The 13th‑overall pick, acquired from Miami in the Giannis trade, posted modest stats in his first two preseason games but has not yet been assigned to the Wisconsin Herd; Jenkins notes no decision has been made on a G‑League stint as Ament continues to compete for a rotation spot. The Bucks finalize a 15‑man roster, waiving Kevin Porter Jr., and open the regular season on Oct. 21 at Washington before a home game against Chicago on Oct. 23.
Matt LaFleur calls out NFL officials over Jordan Love’s treatment after Packers win over the Cowboys
After the Packers’ 23‑13 victory over the Cowboys on Sunday Night Football, head coach Matt LaFleur publicly criticizes NFL officials for uneven rough‑the‑passer enforcement. Green Bay leads the league with six roughing penalties this season, three of which were called on Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott, while Jordan Love has seen 39 hits without a single flag. LaFleur says the rule should be applied consistently, will send game footage to the league for review, and urges Love to confront officials more aggressively. The coach’s comments reignite a debate over quarterback protection and could impact future officiating standards.
Green Bay Packers: Jordan Love says Matthew Golden told him to “keep trusting me”
In a 23-13 win over the Dallas Cowboys, Packers rookie Matthew Golden caught six passes for 104 yards and a touchdown despite two costly drops. He was targeted a team‑high 13 times and later urged quarterback Jordan Love to “keep trusting me,” a confidence boost Love praised. Coach Matt LaFleur acknowledged the drops as a season‑long issue but said faith in the players remains. Golden and Christian Watson also set a franchise record during the game. The Packers (4‑2) head to Detroit on Oct. 25.
Green Bay Packers: Matt LaFleur on roughing calls and Jordan Love
Packers head coach Matt LaFleur blasted the inconsistent enforcement of rough‑passing penalties after Green Bay’s 23‑13 win over Dallas, where the defense was flagged three times in the fourth quarter while the Cowboys received none. LaFleur urged officials to call the rule equally and suggested Love push harder for calls. He also praised quarterback Jordan Love’s performance – 23‑of‑41, 276 yards, a TD, an INT and a rushing score – calling him a “G” who “balled out” despite early‑season abuse. The Packers (4‑2) head to Detroit for their next game on Oct. 25.
Josh Jacobs nears Packers return as Matt LaFleur outlines practice plans
The Green Bay Packers aim to revive their struggling rushing attack—currently the league’s lowest at 60.4 yards per game—by bringing Pro Bowl running back Josh Jacobs back for Week 7. Coach Matt LaFleur says Jacobs will practice Wednesday, getting a full week to prep, but his status for the Sunday matchup against Detroit remains undecided pending a commissioner’s exempt‑list clearance. Teammate Keisean Nixon says Jacobs’ return, alongside Micah Parsons’ recovery, could dramatically reshape the offense and defense.
Giannis Antetokounmpo reacts to Brewers’ first World Series trip since 1982
Giannis Antetokounmpo, now a minority owner of the Milwaukee Brewers, praises owner Mark Attanasio for the investment that propelled the club to its first World Series since 1982. The Brewers completed a historic NLCS sweep of the Dodgers after trailing in every game, earning a 103‑59 regular‑season record and a matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays on Oct. 20 at American Family Field. Antetokounmpo’s comments, given at his Heat rookie‑season press conference, highlight the team’s “gamers” ethos and his hopes for future championships.
Adam Schefter delivers concerning Micah Parsons update from the Green Bay Packers
The Packers sit 4-2 in the NFC North, trailing the 5-0 Vikings, and head to Detroit for a crucial road game. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports on the Pat McAfee Show that star pass rusher Micah Parsons remains at least a couple of weeks away from practice, with head coach Matt LaFleur confirming he won’t practice this week. Parsons, acquired in a 2025 blockbuster trade, is still recovering from an ACL tear, casting doubt on Green Bay’s playoff hopes and prompting questions about further defensive moves.
Milwaukee Bucks: Jenkins says the Bucks have talked with Nance and his agent all summer
Head coach Taylor Jenkins says waiving veteran forward Pete Nance was “extremely difficult” after the Bucks placed him on waivers to avoid guaranteeing his $2.5 million salary. The team hopes to keep Nance on a two‑way deal if he clears, noting his strong fit with the culture and his 5.4 points, 2.7 rebounds and 42% three‑point shooting in 47 games last season. The move coincides with slashing the roster to 15 standard contracts, including the recent release of Kevin Porter Jr. Milwaukee opens the 2026‑27 season Oct. 21 at Washington and hosts the Bulls on Oct. 23.
Freddy Peralta wins ALCS MVP as former Milwaukee Brewers star powers Rays to World Series
Freddy Peralta earns ALCS MVP as the Tampa Bay Rays defeat the Cleveland Guardians and clinch a World Series spot. The 30‑year‑old right‑hander allowed just one earned run over 5.1 innings in Game 6 and posted a 0.75 ERA across three appearances, including six scoreless innings in Game 2. Since the trade‑deadline move from Milwaukee to the Rays, Peralta has posted a 2.75 ERA in 72 regular‑season innings and has not allowed more than one run in his last 10 outings. He now faces his former Brewers in the championship series.
Zaire Franklin gives Packers fans reason to be excited about Micah Parsons’ return
Packers linebacker Zaire Franklin says Micah Parsons looks “good” in his knee‑rehab workouts, boosting excitement for the star edge rusher’s return. Parsons, who tore his ACL in December, has posted 12.5 sacks in 14 games this season and helped Green Bay beat the Bears 31‑7 before going sidelined. Even without him, the defense ranks atop the league in interceptions (nine) and has recorded 15 sacks, led by Lukas Van Ness (3.5) and Edgerrin Cooper (3). Defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon praises the unit’s depth, and with running back Josh Jacobs also returning, the Packers’ ceiling looks “extremely high.”
Matthew Golden tells Jordan Love exactly what he wants from Packers QB
Ahead of Week 7, the Packers (4‑2) look to expand sophomore wideout Matthew Golden’s role after his confidence‑boosting chat with QB Jordan Love following Green Bay’s 23‑13 win over Dallas. Golden urged Love to keep trusting him and delivering the ball, a message that could spark more targets as the duo prepares for a crucial showdown with the Detroit Lions, who struggle against the pass but possess a solid pass rush. The article highlights their growing chemistry and the potential offensive boost for Green Bay.
Milwaukee Bucks: Ryan Rollins says confidence comes from trusting his work
Milwaukee guard Ryan Rollins says his confidence stems from trusting his work as the Bucks task him with leading the offense, setting the pace and anchoring both ends of the floor. After a breakout 2024‑25 season—averaging 17.3 points, 5.6 assists and 4.6 rebounds with a 40.6% three‑point rate—Rollins embraced a larger role amid a revamped roster that includes Tyler Herro, Kasparas Jakučionis, rookie Brayden Burries and returning Gary Trent Jr. He highlighted the depth of the backcourt, the importance of defensive identity and his readiness for the challenges ahead as Milwaukee opens the season on Oct. 21 in Washington and hosts the Bulls on Oct. 23.
Keisean Nixon warns entire NFL as Packers await Josh Jacobs and Micah Parsons
Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon says Green Bay will be a tougher opponent once running back Josh Jacobs and defensive end Micah Parsons return. Jacobs, who was on the NFL’s exempt list after a legal issue, is cleared to rejoin the roster for the Week 7 game against the Detroit Lions, boosting a ground game that has averaged just 60.4 yards per game—the league’s lowest. Parsons, the team’s top pass‑rusher, remains sidelined with a knee injury, but his eventual comeback could further elevate the defense. Nixon’s confidence hints that the Packers’ best play may be ahead.
Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins opens up about building chemistry with Tyler Herro
Milwaukee’s young guard Ryan Rollins says he and newly‑acquired teammate Tyler Herro are focusing on pace and early offense as they rebuild after trading Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami. Rollins, who posted 17.3 points, 5.6 assists and 4.6 rebounds last season, highlights their growing communication and chemistry. Herro, the 26‑year‑old former Heat Sixth Man of the Year, brings career averages of 19.5 points and 4.1 assists, shooting 45% from the field and 38.2% from three. The Bucks open the 2026‑27 season on the road against the Washington Wizards.
Milwaukee Brewers’ NLCS sweep of Dodgers delivers record viewership for Fox
The Milwaukee Brewers sweep the Los Angeles Dodgers in four games to clinch their first World Series berth since 1982, ending the defending champion’s three‑peat hopes. Fox Sports reports the 2026 NLCS averaged 7.533 million viewers— the highest LCS average on any network since 2015—and Game 4 topped 6 million, a record for a fourth‑game LCS matchup since 2018. The viewership surge represents a 77 % jump over the 2025 ALCS and underscores MLB’s growing TV audience, even as the upcoming World Series pits two small‑market teams, the Brewers and the Tampa Bay Rays, against each other.
Green Bay Packers add former first-round pick amid defensive line injury concerns
The Green Bay Packers bolster a weakened defensive line by adding former first‑round pick Mazi Smith to their practice squad. With starting nose tackle Javon Hargrave injured and depth thin, veteran Chris McClellan steps in, but Smith— drafted 2023 by Dallas and later traded to the Jets—offers a potential rotation upgrade. Smith logged 41 tackles and a sack in 2024 with the Cowboys, saw limited action in 2025, and has brief stints with the Jets and Dolphins. Packers hope his experience can fill the front‑seven gap and revive his NFL career.
Zaire Franklin believes Green Bay Packers defense’s ceiling is “Extremely High” after Cowboys win
Green Bay’s defense strides forward after a 23‑13 win over Dallas, with linebacker Zaire Franklin proclaiming its ceiling “extremely high.” Franklin highlighted steady improvement, noting contributions like Keisean Nixon’s eight tackles, Lukas Van Ness’s sack and rookie Brandon Cisse’s interception. Coach Matt LaFleur still sees areas to clean up as the Packers head into Week 7 against Detroit, keeping the NFC North race tight. The team’s strong front, active linebackers and versatile secondary aim to test one of the conference’s toughest offenses.
Matt LaFleur demands “Cleaner football” from Packers after Cowboys win
Matt LaFleur and the Green Bay Packers moved to 4-2 after limiting the Dallas Cowboys to 13 points in a 23 to 13 victory at Lambeau Field, a result that also highlighted a historic NFL achievement. Green Bay now turns its attention to a crucial divisional matchup against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Packers [...]
Green Bay Packers extend historic Sunday night home record with win over Cowboys
The Green Bay Packers kept their strong run in Sunday night home games alive with a 23-13 win over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 6. The Packers leaned on a defense that forced turnovers and key plays from Jordan Love to secure the victory at Lambeau Field. The Packers improved to 21-4 (.840) all-time in [...]
Green Bay Packers rookie Brandon Cisse snags first NFL interception against Cowboys
Green Bay Packers continued to add to its interception total against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football. After picking off Dak Prescott earlier in the game, the Packers struck again late in the first half, securing their second interception of the night. In the Packers 23-13 win over the Cowboys, Brandon Cisse celebrated a [...]
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