The New York Giants dropped to a 2-6 record following their recent matchup against the reigning Super Bowl champions.
On Sunday, the Giants faced off against the Philadelphia Eagles but fell short, losing 38-20.
This defeat highlights the challenges the Giants continue to face this season as they work to improve their standing.
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**Max Muncy Becomes Dodgers’ All-Time Postseason Home Run Leader**
*LOS ANGELES* — Max Muncy isn’t the Dodgers player many would guess as the franchise’s all-time postseason home run leader, but it all adds up. As the team’s longest-tenured position player, Muncy has shined for the Dodgers during a period of prosperity — with more postseason rounds than ever — that rivals or even surpasses any in club history.
On Saturday, in Game 2 of the World Series, Muncy delivered his 15th career postseason homer, extending his all-time Dodgers lead.
“Being at the top of anything in this organization is really hard for me to wrap my head around,” Muncy said Sunday before a workout at Dodger Stadium. “It’s a really historically significant franchise; a lot of tremendous players and Hall of Famers have come out of this organization. Just to be able to top that category means a lot.”
Muncy, who has played for the Dodgers since 2018, claimed the top spot alone with a homer during the NLCS that moved him ahead of Justin Turner and Corey Seager. He has played 74 postseason games for the Dodgers.
In comparison, Duke Snider — who ranks fourth on the all-time Dodgers list with 11 postseason homers — played only 36 postseason games, all in the World Series.
In a lineup featuring stars like Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, and Freddie Freeman, it might be easy to overlook Muncy, but that’s not recommended.
“Everyone does focus on the top of the lineup,” Muncy said. “But that’s where we have been able to win so many games — it’s not always necessarily the top that’s doing the damage for us. It’s just the depth we have in the lineup.
“That is something I have always been proud to be a part of. Doc [Roberts] can slot me wherever he feels like it. I am not a guy that has an ego up there, and wherever he feels like it helps the lineup out the best, he puts me in, and I take pride in that.”
Meanwhile, Bo Bichette, who returned to the Blue Jays lineup for Game 1 of the World Series after missing seven weeks with a left knee sprain, will start again at second base on Monday, according to manager John Schneider. Bichette was on the bench for Game 2.
https://nypost.com/2025/10/27/sports/underrated-max-muncy-atop-dodgers-all-time-postseason-homer-list/
**UCF (4-3) at Baylor (4-4) – November 1 at 12 p.m. EDT**
**BetMGM College Football Odds:**
Opening Line: Baylor by 4.5
Against the Spread: Baylor 1-7, UCF 4-3
**How to Watch:**
ESPNU
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### Team and Player Stats
#### Baylor Offense
– Overall: 458.6 yards per game (22nd in FBS)
– Passing: 318.4 yards per game (5th)
– Rushing: 140.3 yards per game (89th)
– Scoring: 34.3 points per game (35th)
#### Baylor Defense
– Overall: 402.5 yards per game (103rd in FBS)
– Passing: 212.0 yards per game (56th)
– Rushing: 190.5 yards per game (119th)
– Scoring: 32.6 points per game (120th)
#### UCF Offense
– Overall: 445.1 yards per game (26th in FBS)
– Passing: 237.0 yards per game (65th)
– Rushing: 208.1 yards per game (20th)
– Scoring: 30.7 points per game (54th)
#### UCF Defense
– Overall: 292.1 yards per game (15th in FBS)
– Passing: 146.3 yards per game (6th)
– Rushing: 145.9 yards per game (71st)
– Scoring: 17.1 points per game (16th)
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### Additional Team Stats
– UCF ranks 112th in third down conversion percentage, converting 35.3% of the time.
– Baylor ranks 111th on third down defense, allowing opponents to convert 43.4%.
– Baylor holds the 131st spot in the FBS with a -9 turnover margin, while UCF is 65th with an even turnover margin.
– Baylor averages 28:38 in time of possession (104th in FBS) compared to UCF’s 31:27 (31st).
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### Team Leaders
**Baylor:**
– Passing: Sawyer Robertson – 2,513 yards, 23 TDs, 7 INTs, 61.7% completion
– Rushing: Bryson Washington – 603 yards on 120 carries, 6 TDs
– Receiving: Josh Cameron – 576 yards on 44 catches, 4 TDs
**UCF:**
– Passing: Tayven Jackson – 1,183 yards, 5 TDs, 2 INTs, 65.2% completion
– Rushing: Myles Montgomery – 522 yards on 100 carries, 3 TDs
– Receiving: Duane Thomas Jr. – 316 yards on 30 catches, 0 TDs
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### Recent Performances
**Baylor:**
Baylor fell to Cincinnati 41-20 on Saturday, October 25. Quarterback Sawyer Robertson completed 18-of-26 passes for 137 yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions (69.2% completion). He also ran eight times for six yards, adding one rushing touchdown. Michael Turner rushed 14 times for 90 yards and added three receptions for 19 yards. Josh Cameron contributed 34 yards on four catches with one touchdown.
**UCF:**
UCF dominated West Virginia 45-13 on Saturday, October 18. Tayven Jackson threw for 277 yards on 23-of-34 attempts (67.6%) with two touchdowns and one interception. Jaden Nixon posted 116 rushing yards on seven carries with two touchdowns and caught one pass for two yards. Chris Domercat added 89 yards on five catches, scoring two touchdowns.
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### Looking Ahead
Baylor will host No. 24 Utah on November 15, while UCF prepares to host No. 22 Houston on November 7.
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This upcoming matchup between UCF and Baylor promises an exciting college football showdown as both teams vie for a crucial win in the middle of their seasons. Tune in November 1 at 12 p.m. EDT on ESPNU to catch the action live.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers took a significant hit on their defensive front during Sunday night’s home game against the visiting Green Bay Packers. Steelers defensive back Deshon Elliott, one of the most reliable members of Pittsburgh’s defense in the 2025 NFL season, was carted off the field in the second half after suffering an apparent knee injury.
According to the NFL’s official website, Elliott was done for the night, as the Steelers finished the contest without their 28-year-old safety. Before leaving the game, the former Texas Longhorn recorded five total tackles. The Steelers entered Week 8 looking to bounce back quickly following a loss to Joe Flacco and the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 7’s Thursday Night Football showdown. In that previous game, Elliott had recorded nine total tackles.
So far in the 2025 season, Elliott has amassed 38 total tackles along with a forced fumble through seven games. He sustained the injury while attempting to stop Packers tight end Tucker Kraft, who has been a standout performer against the Steelers. Elliott went down and immediately grabbed his right knee in pain.
While the Steelers have yet to release an official update on Elliott’s recovery timeline, indications suggest that he will need to miss more than just one game. Fortunately, the hope remains that he did not suffer a torn ligament or broken bone.
This summer, Pittsburgh signed Elliott to a two-year contract extension worth $12.5 million. This came after he posted a career-high 108 combined tackles, six passes defended, three quarterback hits, and a sack across 15 games (14 starts) last season.
Should Elliott be sidelined for an extended period, the Steelers will look to players like Chuck Clark, Juan Thornhill, and Jabrill Peppers to step up and fill the void in the defensive backfield.
Having already used their bye week in Week 5, Pittsburgh will next face the Indianapolis Colts in Week 9 at Acrisure Stadium. The team and fans alike will be hoping for a speedy recovery for Elliott and a strong show of resilience from the Steelers defense moving forward.
https://clutchpoints.com/nfl/pittsburgh-steelers/steelers-news-loses-deshone-elliott-to-injury-packers-clash
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Julius Randle scored 20 of his 31 points in the first half, and Rudy Gobert contributed 14 points and 19 rebounds to help the Minnesota Timberwolves hold on and defeat the depleted Indiana Pacers 114-110 on Sunday night.
The game took a hit for Minnesota early when star Anthony Edwards exited with hamstring tightness just 3:08 into the game. Despite his absence, the Timberwolves managed to maintain control. Donte DiVincenzo stepped up with 17 points to stabilize the Pacers’ backcourt, while Naz Reid added a strong performance with 16 points and 10 rebounds.
For Indiana, Pascal Siakam led the charge with 33 points. He hit a crucial 3-pointer with 42 seconds left to narrow the deficit to 110-108. However, Jaden McDaniels responded with a finger-roll basket to extend Minnesota’s lead to four with 20 seconds remaining, securing the win for the Timberwolves. Aaron Nesmith also contributed 18 points for the Pacers.
The Pacers are facing significant challenges this season. They are without Tyrese Haliburton, who is recovering from a torn Achilles tendon that ended his NBA Finals run, and they lost current leading scorer Bennedict Mathurin to a sprained toe the previous night in Memphis. Additionally, Andrew Nembhard, the primary point guard during Haliburton’s absence, missed his second straight game with a shoulder strain. In total, seven players were unavailable, forcing Indiana to deploy a starting lineup featuring journeyman Jay Huff, little-used big man Isaiah Jackson, and young guard Ben Sheppard.
The home opener in Minnesota carried extra excitement with the introduction of stage-style lighting on the court and the return of the all-black uniforms with pine-tree trim, reminiscent of the Kevin Garnett era. Nevertheless, the early loss of Edwards tempered the energy. The Timberwolves took control in the third quarter, outscoring the Pacers 28-17 and drawing 11 fouls while committing only three.
With the win, Minnesota improves to 2-1, while Indiana falls to 0-3 after their opener was a double-overtime loss to the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder.
Looking ahead, Indiana will play at Dallas on Wednesday, and Minnesota will host Denver on Monday.
A major AEW star has recently captured a world title outside the company, marking a significant achievement in their career. This victory not only highlights their talent but also raises the stakes for upcoming storylines within AEW.
However, it appears that someone from the AEW roster is already showing interest in challenging for the belt. The rivalry is heating up as tensions build, promising exciting matchups in the near future.
Fans can look forward to intense competition and compelling storytelling as the pursuit of this prestigious title unfolds inside AEW. Stay tuned for updates and developments surrounding this thrilling championship chase.
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After an eventful Martinsville playoff race, Kyle Larson took some time to share his thoughts about the upcoming season finale at Phoenix Raceway.
With the stakes higher than ever, Larson expressed his determination and focus as he prepares to compete for the championship. Fans can expect an intense battle as the season reaches its climax in Phoenix.
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The Denver Broncos had little trouble dispatching the Dallas Cowboys in Week 8, but concerns loom regarding the health of two-time First Team All-Pro cornerback Pat Surtain II, the reigning Defensive Player of the Year.
### Injury Update on Pat Surtain II
Surtain left the game early in the first quarter due to an ankle injury but made a brief return during the Broncos’ next defensive series. Unfortunately, he exited again in the second quarter, this time with a shoulder injury that ultimately sidelined him for the remainder of the game. Official confirmation of his exit came during the third quarter.
### Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton Remains Tight-Lipped
Known for his durability, Surtain has missed just two career games with the Broncos since being selected No. 9 overall in the 2021 NFL Draft. Both absences occurred in Week 18 of regular seasons, including last year when he was rested.
Following the game, Broncos head coach Sean Payton offered no concrete updates on Surtain’s condition. When asked about the secondary’s performance, Payton said, “Pretty good. Proud of them. Don’t like to see that happen. You never know when a player goes down. The next man is up. Not going to discuss any of the players that were injured at all, but I was proud of the guys that had to go play when someone went down.”
### Surtain’s Impact and Contract Extension
At 25 years old, Surtain is off to another strong start this season. Prior to this game, he allowed just a 53.3% completion rate in his coverage—the second-best mark of his career—with a quarterback rating allowed of 69.6, ranking third-best for him. Reflecting his elite status, the Broncos rewarded Surtain with a four-year, $96 million contract extension in September 2024.
Without Surtain, the Broncos’ secondary could face significant vulnerabilities, especially against high-powered offenses.
### Depth Concerns in the Secondary
The Broncos’ other key cornerbacks include starter Riley Moss, nickelback Ja’Quan McMillian, and rookie Jahdae Barron—the No. 20 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Barron recorded his first career interception on Sunday. Together, they allowed a combined 52.4% completion rate before Sunday’s game.
Against the Cowboys, these corners gave up seven completions on 14 targets, according to Pro Football Focus. Moss faced heavy attention, allowing six completions on 11 targets for 56 yards and committing two penalties. Second-year fifth-round pick Kris Abrams-Draine stepped in for Surtain, allowing 49 yards on four completions from four targets.
### Looking Ahead: Week 9 vs. Houston Texans
The Broncos will look to shore up their secondary as they visit the Houston Texans in Week 9. Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud is coming off his first 300-yard passing game of the season, a win over the previously 5-2 San Francisco 49ers.
Entering Week 8, the Broncos ranked fourth in scoring defense and third overall—defensive rankings heavily influenced by Surtain’s presence. His health status remains critical as Denver moves forward this season.
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely for updates on Pat Surtain II’s recovery in the coming days.
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DETROIT (AP) — Cade Cunningham scored 25 points and Jalen Duren added 24 to lead the Detroit Pistons to a 119-113 victory over the Boston Celtics on Sunday.
The Celtics started strong, jumping out to a 14-2 lead in the opening minutes and building a lead as large as 17 points. However, Detroit battled back, with Ausar Thompson contributing 21 points and the Pistons dominating the boards to score 30 second-chance points. Thompson himself secured four of those crucial points in the closing minutes.
Boston’s defense tightened compared to their previous games, avoiding giving up 42 points in a quarter as they had in their first two losses. Nevertheless, Detroit managed to score a combined 70 points over the second and third quarters, allowing the Pistons to carry a 13-point lead into the fourth.
The Celtics pulled within four points with 1:13 remaining after Jaylen Brown hit two free throws. Brown led Boston with 41 points, while Payton Pritchard added 21, Derrick White had 15, and reserve Anfernee Simons chipped in 12. However, Tobias Harris stepped up for Detroit, scoring on an offensive rebound on the very next possession to help seal the win. Harris finished with 18 points, marking him as the Pistons’ fourth player in double figures.
Duren also dominated the glass with 17 rebounds, Thompson grabbed 12, and Cunningham dished out eight assists for Detroit.
The Celtics, adjusting to the absence of injured star Jayson Tatum and the departure of key players Jrue Holiday, Kristaps Porzingis, and Al Horford, have now dropped their first three games of the season. On the other hand, the Pistons improved to two wins in a row following their season-opening loss at Chicago.
Ahead of the game, Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff emphasized the importance of NBA players and coaches being mindful about conversations outside their organizations that might carry gambling implications. The NBA’s gambling scandal remains a hot topic in Detroit, a city with a rich basketball history highlighted by Chauncey Billups, who helped the Pistons win the 2004 title and earned NBA Finals MVP honors.
Up Next:
– Celtics: At New Orleans on Monday
– Pistons: Host Cleveland on Monday
SAN FRANCISCO – The Golden State Warriors are set to remain diligent in managing Al Horford’s health as he embarks on his 19th NBA season. The 39-year-old center will not suit up against the Memphis Grizzlies, the first game in their upcoming back-to-back, according to head coach Steve Kerr. Horford is expected to be available the following night to face the Los Angeles Clippers, after receiving a full four days of rest since the Warriors’ overtime victory against the Denver Nuggets last week.
Following Sunday morning’s practice, Kerr shed light on the reasoning behind resting Horford against Memphis rather than the Clippers.
“We always take [the matchups] into consideration. Against Portland [or Denver], it was always a pretty easy choice, dealing with [Nikola] Jokic,” Kerr told reporters. “I would say this one is a much more difficult decision because Memphis, you know, Jaren Jackson Jr. is obviously a great player. But we opted to play him against the Clippers, [as Ivica] Zubac has given us trouble. It’s a really big team, so that’s the way we’ll go with this one.”
Last season, Zubac averaged 17.5 points, 15.8 rebounds, and 3.8 assists against Golden State. The Warriors struggled to contain the big man on the boards, highlighting a lack of size options to support Draymond Green in the frontcourt. Horford’s absence was felt in the game against the Trail Blazers, where Portland scored a staggering 66 points in the paint.
“We’ll lean into our depth and keep playing people in combinations we believe in and hopefully use our depth to get through this next back-to-back,” Kerr added.
The Warriors’ plan to limit Horford’s minutes to only one game in back-to-back sets will continue, as Kerr has emphasized multiple times this season. This load management approach mirrors the strategy used by the Boston Celtics and coach Joe Mazzulla during Horford’s tenure there, and Golden State remains committed to maintaining it.
In related health news, Moses Moody has returned to the rotation after missing two weeks with a calf injury. Kerr described Moody’s performance against Portland as an opportunity for him to “get his feet wet” and regain his rhythm.
Moody provided an update on his condition, downplaying the severity of the injury.
“Really minor. No structural damage or anything,” Moody said. “I got the MRI and everything. Really it was just strengthening it. It was precautionary and yeah, I’m in a good place.”
Once fully recovered, Moody is expected to be a valuable option for Kerr, particularly for his defensive prowess and floor spacing.
When asked whether regaining his shooting or defensive flow is more challenging after an injury, Moody emphasized the adjustment to different lineups rather than specific skills.
“I would say, it’s a different flow for different groups you’re on the floor with. So just finding your group and finding your role within that group takes some getting used to,” Moody explained. “But defensively, I think that’s pretty self-explanatory. Once you got the rotations down, once you got the principles, then I think that comes back pretty fast.”
The Warriors will look to build off a strong opening week as they prepare for the Grizzlies-Clippers back-to-back slate.
