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RJ Harvey’s 40-yard TD run puts Broncos in lead 7-3

The Broncos received both good news and better news following the Cowboys’ opening field goal.

RJ Harvey electrified the crowd with a 40-yard run to the end zone, putting the Broncos ahead 7-3. This marked the longest run for the team since Melvin Gordon’s 47-yard dash against the Chiefs in Week 18 of the 2021 season.

Earlier, the Cowboys had managed to stop the Broncos on a third-and-7 play, but the defense was flagged for offsides, courtesy of defensive lineman James Houston. Taking advantage, Bo Nix connected with Troy Franklin on a 26-yard pass on the very next play. Just two plays later, Harvey’s touchdown run gave Denver the lead.

Adding to the Broncos’ momentum, cornerback Pat Surtain returned on the following defensive series. Surtain, who was listed as questionable with a lower-leg injury, had only missed one play. The defending Defensive Player of the Year’s return was a significant boost for Denver’s defense.
https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/rj-harveys-40-yard-td-run-puts-broncos-in-lead-7-3

Capitals assistant coach fired after domestic abuse investigation

The Washington Capitals have started their defense of the Metropolitan Division title with a 6-3-0 record in the 2025-26 NHL season. However, an NHL investigation concluded on Sunday has resulted in significant changes to Spencer Carbery’s coaching staff.

The Capitals have fired assistant coach Mitch Love following an NHL investigation into domestic abuse accusations. According to Frank Seravalli, “Sources say NHL has suspended [Capitals] assistant coach Mitch Love for the entirety of the 2025-26 season following an investigation into alleged domestic abuse. The victim reported allegations directly to the NHL and teams Love interviewed with over the summer for head coach vacancies.”

In response to the findings, the Capitals released a statement via their official public relations social media account: “Mitch Love has been relieved of his duties as an assistant coach, effective immediately. This decision follows the findings of an NHL-led investigation into past allegations. The organization is committed to maintaining the highest standards of conduct and accountability.”

Mitch Love joined the Capitals coaching staff in the 2023-24 season when Spencer Carbery took over as head coach. Prior to his tenure in Washington, Love spent time as head coach of the Stockton Heat and Calgary Wranglers, both American Hockey League (AHL) teams.

Seravalli also noted that Love had been considered for NHL head coaching positions last summer, but these allegations affected his opportunities. The Capitals placed Love on leave on September 14, when the investigation began. While specific details of the allegations have not been disclosed, both the NHL and the team deemed the findings serious enough to warrant his suspension and termination.

Love will be eligible to seek new employment in the NHL after the 2025-26 season. However, this investigation has already impacted his career prospects and will likely continue to affect any future job opportunities.

The Washington Capitals are set to return to action on Tuesday with a road game against the Dallas Stars.
https://clutchpoints.com/nhl/washington-capitals/capitals-news-assistant-coach-fired-domestic-abuse-investigation

Mavericks’ Daniel Gafford downgraded on injury report before Raptors game

The Dallas Mavericks will be without one of their centers for a third consecutive game on Sunday night. After initially being listed as doubtful to play due to a right ankle sprain, Daniel Gafford has been downgraded to out for Sunday’s matchup against the Toronto Raptors, according to the NBA injury report.

Kyrie Irving and Dante Exum remain out as well, while Brandon Williams is listed as out due to personal reasons.

Gafford suffered the injury before the season and has yet to make his regular season debut. An official timeline for his return has not been revealed. Head coach Jason Kidd previously refused to rule Gafford out for the season opener. He has been listed as doubtful or questionable on each injury report so far during the regular season, but has not played in a game yet.

The fact that he was not initially listed as out on a consistent basis was seemingly an encouraging sign, but there is still uncertainty overall.

The Mavericks could certainly use Gafford’s help. Dallas is 0-2 so far to begin the 2025-26 campaign. It’s been an extremely disappointing start to the year, and the struggles have unfortunately overshadowed Cooper Flagg’s promising beginning to his career.

At the center position, Dereck Lively II has been starting with Anthony Davis at the four. Davis has played the center role in smaller lineups, while Dwight Powell has come off the bench at times. Gafford will likely serve as Lively’s backup once he returns from injury.

The Mavericks will attempt to earn their first win of the season on Sunday night. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 PM EST.
https://clutchpoints.com/nba/dallas-mavericks/mavericks-news-daniel-gafford-downgraded-injury-report-raptors

What Brian Kelly said about his LSU job status after getting smoked by Texas A&M

LSU football coach Brian Kelly may not have a job much longer at the school. Kelly is under fire from fans and even college football analysts after his team was thoroughly beaten on Saturday by Texas A&M. LSU lost to the Aggies 49-25, a result that has intensified scrutiny on Kelly’s leadership.

Understanding the frustration from LSU fans, Coach Kelly addressed the issue during his postgame press conference. “That’s out of my hands,” Kelly said, as reported by On3. “It’s impossible for the head coach, that’s been here for four years and 35 years of doing this, to think anything else but ‘this is my responsibility and we’ve got to get it turned around.’ That’s not my decision in terms of whether I’m here or not.”

He continued, “But that’s what I will do as a head coach that’s been doing this for over three decades. When things are not going well from a football standpoint, the head football coach has to be agile enough and able to make those changes and find out what we need to do to get our football team to play better.”

LSU football now stands at 5-3 on the season after suffering back-to-back losses. The Tigers have a 2-3 record in SEC play, raising concerns about their postseason prospects and overall direction.

### Potential Replacements for Brian Kelly

If LSU decides to part ways with Kelly, the Tigers would be entering a competitive market for a new head coach. Several other high-profile programs are also searching for new leadership for the 2026 season, including Florida, Penn State, Virginia Tech, and Oklahoma State.

College football analyst Paul Finebaum has mentioned Lane Kiffin, the current head coach at Ole Miss, as a possible candidate. Kiffin is also reportedly a target in Florida’s coaching search, which could complicate LSU’s pursuit.

### Looking Ahead

It is by no means certain that Brian Kelly will be fired. The LSU football team still has an opportunity to turn the season around with four remaining games against tough opponents: Alabama, Arkansas, Western Kentucky, and Oklahoma.

It’s worth noting that Arkansas has already fired their head coach, Sam Pittman, this season, adding another layer of intrigue to the upcoming matchups.

LSU’s next game is against Alabama on November 8—a critical test for Kelly and the Tigers as they assess their future.
https://clutchpoints.com/ncaa-football/lsu-football-news-what-brian-kelly-said-job-status-smoked-texas-am

Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss ties Johnny Manziel in SEC history with monster performance vs. Oklahoma

The No. 8 Ole Miss Rebels secured a significant 34-26 victory over the No. 13 Oklahoma Sooners in Week 9 on Saturday. Quarterback Trinidad Chambliss delivered yet another standout performance, leading his team to its seventh win of the season.

Chambliss’ recent play has been so impressive that he has now tied a unique SEC record held by Texas A&M legend Johnny Manziel. The 23-year-old senior threw for 315 passing yards and added 53 rushing yards against the Sooners. This marked the fourth time this season that Chambliss has surpassed 300 passing yards and 50 rushing yards in a single game.

According to Eli Lederman of ESPN, this achievement ties Chambliss for the second-most such performances in SEC history, alongside Manziel. In his sixth start for Ole Miss, Chambliss completed 24 of 44 pass attempts for 315 yards, and gained 53 rushing yards on 12 carries. ESPN Research confirms that this outing was his fourth game with at least 300 passing yards and 50 rushing yards this fall—matching Manziel’s mark from 2012 over the past 30 years.

Chambliss is a transfer quarterback who originally played at the Division II level for Ferris State. During his three seasons with the Bulldogs, he was highly successful, amassing 3,279 passing yards, 1,323 rushing yards, and a total of 60 touchdowns (31 passing and 29 rushing).

Since joining Ole Miss, Chambliss has emerged as a star. In eight games with the Rebels, he has thrown for 1,864 yards and nine touchdowns, completing 61.0% of his passes. He has also contributed 376 rushing yards and five rushing scores.

Looking ahead, Chambliss will have the opportunity to surpass Johnny Manziel’s record in Week 10 when Ole Miss faces the South Carolina Gamecocks. As long as Chambliss maintains his high level of play, the Rebels should be considered a legitimate contender for the College Football Playoff.
https://clutchpoints.com/ncaa-football/ole-miss-football-news-trinidad-chambliss-ties-johnny-manziel-sec-history-monster-performance-oklahoma

Buccaneers vs. Saints prediction: NFL Week 8 props, picks, odds

The Buccaneers are heading to New Orleans with a depleted wide receiver room. Last week, Mike Evans suffered a broken collarbone and is expected to be out for most of the remainder of the NFL season. Additionally, Chris Godwin Jr., who is recovering from a dislocated ankle and dealing with a fibula injury, will also miss Tampa Bay’s Week 8 contest.

While this is certainly bad news for the Bucs, the absences of Evans and Godwin present a promising opportunity for those betting on tight end Cade Otton. Otton has been a favorite target of quarterback Baker Mayfield whenever the team’s star pass catchers have been sidelined over the past two seasons.

In the four games since the beginning of the 2024 season where Evans and Godwin were out, Otton has averaged 61 receiving yards, 6.75 catches per game, and 8.75 targets per game. This trend highlights his growing role in the offense when key receivers are unavailable.

Emeka Egbuka is expected to play in this upcoming game, but he didn’t quite look like himself during the Bucs’ loss to the Lions last week, catching only four passes on 12 targets. In contrast, Otton led the way by hauling in seven catches for 65 yards.

Despite Otton’s increase in targets and receptions, oddsmakers aren’t anticipating a huge game from the former Washington Huskie this week. FanDuel Sportsbook has set his receiving yards over/under at 39.5 yards and his receptions over/under at 4.5 catches.

With few other viable receiving options for Mayfield, it makes sense for him to rely heavily on his safety valve, Cade Otton. This dynamic sets up Otton for a potentially big day, especially on National Tight End’s Day.

**The Play:**
Cade Otton to have more than 39.5 receiving yards (-110, FanDuel) and more than 4.5 catches (+115, FanDuel)

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https://nypost.com/2025/10/26/betting/buccaneers-vs-saints-prediction-nfl-week-8-props-picks-odds/

Gophers outclassed, outcoached in brutal defeat at Iowa

Gophers Outclassed, Outcoached in Brutal Defeat at Iowa

Following a 41-3 loss to the Hawkeyes and losing the Floyd of Rosedale trophy on Saturday, Minnesota is left searching for answers as the season hangs in the balance.

By Randy Johnson
The Minnesota Star Tribune
October 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM

It’s back to the drawing boards for P. J. Fleck and the Gophers after Minnesota turned in its worst performance of the season in Saturday’s 38-point defeat at rival Iowa.

(Alex Kormann/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

IOWA CITY

As black-and-gold-clad Iowa fans filtered through the concourse at Kinnick Stadium and onto the street on this crisp autumn night, the sounds of disbelieving laughter stood out. The Hawkeyes’ faithful were celebrating their team’s 41-3 dismantling of the Gophers in front of 69,250 fans on Saturday with an aura of, “Can you believe we beat them that bad?”

A pair of teams entered the game with identical 5-2 overall records and 3-1 marks in the Big Ten. One left with ownership of the Floyd of Rosedale Trophy. The other left wondering how it could be so thoroughly dominated by a rival.

Yes, it was a blowout. But the final score might not do it justice. This stat sums it up best: through Minnesota’s first four possessions, the Gophers had just 1 yard of offense. The Hawkeyes had scored 31 points.

“They absolutely dominated the football game from start to finish,” Gophers coach P. J. Fleck said. “I told our football team that those were three hours of not very good football. We did not play our best when we needed to play our absolute best.”

A Gophers team that eight days earlier played a complete game in a 24-6 thumping of Nebraska at Huntington Bank Stadium suddenly looked shell-shocked.

About the author: Randy Johnson covers University of Minnesota football and college football for the Minnesota Star Tribune, along with Gophers hockey and the Wild.

https://www.startribune.com/gophers-outclassed-outcoached-in-brutal-defeat-at-iowa/601492063

Biola runs away with PacWest crowns

**Biola’s Von Molendorff and Mapes Win Individual Titles, Eagles Take PacWest Cross Country Team Championships**

Biola’s Melt Von Molendorff and Bethany Mapes secured individual titles as the Eagles captured both the men’s and women’s team championships at the PacWest Cross Country Championships held Saturday at Hawaii Country Club.

Von Molendorff completed the men’s 8K course in 24:33.6. Concordia Irvine’s Noah Plaza finished second in 24:44.4, followed closely by teammate Spencer Handorf in third place at 25:02.4. Hawaii Pacific’s top finisher was Aaron Garcia, who placed 53rd with a time of 29:00, while Chaminade’s leading runner, Kalamakua Francisco, came in 58th at 29:37.0.

The Biola men dominated the team standings with 35 points. Hawaii Pacific finished eighth with 252 points, and Chaminade placed tenth and last with 280 points.

In the women’s 6K race, Bethany Mapes crossed the finish line in 21:40.6. Vanguard’s Ella Murray was second in 21:46.4, and Point Loma’s Madeline Reeves took third at 21:46.7. Hawaii Hilo’s top runner, Sequoia Gonzales, finished 12th in 22:19.7. Chaminade’s Nikiji Dayse was 15th with a time of 22:23.7, and Hawaii Pacific’s Carly Dyer placed 54th at 24:23.6.

Biola claimed the women’s team title in the 12-team field with 42 points. Hawaii Hilo took seventh place with 165 points, Chaminade was ninth with 268, and Hawaii Pacific finished 12th with 311 points.

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**UH Hilo Sweeps Westmont; Chaminade Falls in Five Sets**

In women’s volleyball action at Vulcan Gymnasium, Malu Garcia led Hawaii Hilo with 14 kills, while Alohi Garcia added nine, helping the Vulcans sweep Westmont 25-22, 25-23, 25-22. Emerson Reinke recorded 38 assists for Westmont (17-7, 6-2 PacWest). Maddie Finnegan had 10 kills for the Warriors (7-13, 2-5 PacWest).

Meanwhile, Chaminade fought hard against No. 5 Point Loma but ultimately fell in five sets, 25-23, 15-25, 25-19, 21-25, 15-10, at McCabe Gym. Abigail Nua led Point Loma with 20 kills, and Kyra Miles added 13 for the Sea Lions (18-2, 7-0 PacWest). Lillie Hinton posted 16 kills, and Reina Krueger chipped in 13 for the Silverswords (12-12, 6-2).

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**Women’s Basketball Teams Picked at Bottom in PacWest Preseason Coaches Poll**

The Hawaii Hilo, Hawaii Pacific, and Chaminade women’s basketball teams were projected to finish in the bottom three spots of the PacWest standings, according to the Coaches Preseason Poll.

Vanguard leads the poll with 164 points, followed by Point Loma with 147 and Westmont with 145. Hawaii Hilo was picked 11th with 50 points, Hawaii Pacific 12th with 30 points, and Chaminade 13th with 17 points.
https://www.staradvertiser.com/2025/10/26/sports/hawaii-beat/biola-runs-away-with-pacwest-crowns/

Dodgers fans credit Jonas Brothers for saving World Series Game 2

Last season, the New York Yankees’ ill-conceived decision to have Fat Joe perform at the World Series crushed morale, ultimately leading to the Los Angeles Dodgers winning the title. This year, however, the Dodgers might have the Jonas Brothers to thank if the team repeats as champions.

Fans tuning in to Game 2 of the Fall Classic on Saturday were surprised to see a concert break out in between innings. After MLB’s Stand Up to Cancer tribute, the camera cut to a stage in the right field stands. The Jonas Brothers were introduced, and it quickly became clear that the World Series was on hold while they performed a song.

The Brothers—Merv, Stu, and Freddy (we’re still fact-checking those names)—did, in fact, perform. But some viewers were still confused by their presence. A pre-sixth-inning concert is not traditionally part of baseball. Even Fat Joe had the good sense to embarrass an entire fanbase before the game started. Yet, some Dodgers fans credit the Jonas Brothers’ performance with saving the team’s season.

### Dodgers Bounce Back with Game 2 Win

The Toronto Blue Jays took Game 1 with a historic sixth-inning surge. A nine-run frame put the game out of reach as Toronto won 11-4. LA’s uncharacteristically poor pitching performance put the Dodgers in an early 0-1 hole against a dangerous Blue Jays team.

Derek Jeter called Game 2 a “must-win” for the Dodgers. Yoshinobu Yamamoto stepped up for LA with another gem, but Toronto’s ace Kevin Gausman was also pitching lights out. The pair made MLB history as the first starters to each retire 17+ straight batters in a postseason game.

Yamamoto and Gausman were locked in a 1-1 pitchers’ duel as each team looked for an edge. Then, enter the Jonas Brothers.

### The Turning Point

After the odd inning-changeover performance, everything fell apart for the Blue Jays. Gausman gave up solo homers to Will Smith and Max Muncy, giving the Dodgers a 3-1 lead. LA extended their advantage to 5-1 in the eighth inning.

Yamamoto threw his second straight complete game, and the Dodgers secured the Game 2 victory.

With the series shifting to Los Angeles for Game 3, the Dodgers have momentum. Fans are already crediting the Jonas Brothers for the team’s good fortune.

### Fan Reactions

Cody Snavely wrote:
“Where were you when the Jonas Brothers saved the Dodgers’ season?”

Humongous ChiChis responded:
“Complaining in my kitchen pacing around like a maniac while the first half-time show in baseball was being played.”

Dave Albrecht added:
“Welp, @MLBONFOX just reminded me why I haven’t watched baseball religiously in several years. A mid-game Jonas Brothers performance to derail a pitcher’s duel in the World Series is actually insane. Get a clue @MLB!”

Whether you loved the surprise concert or questioned it, one thing is clear—the Dodgers are back in the fight, and the Jonas Brothers’ unexpected performance might have played a role in that comeback.
https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/los-angeles-dodgers/dodgers-fans-credit-jonas-brothers-saving-world-series-game-2

Minnesota United vs Seattle Sounders Prediction and Betting Tips | 27th October 2025

Minnesota United vs Seattle Sounders: 2025 MLS Playoffs First Round Preview

Minnesota United will host the Seattle Sounders at Allianz Field in the first of their three clashes during the 2025 MLS playoffs first round. The sides face off in a best-of-three series, with the winner progressing to the one-off Conference semi-finals against either San Diego FC or the Portland Timbers.

Season Overview

Minnesota United had a strong 2025 league campaign, finishing fourth in the Western Conference with 58 points from 34 games. This marks their best conference finish since 2020, when they also secured fourth place. However, on the last matchday, Eric Ramsay’s side appeared to ease off, suffering a 2-1 defeat to LA Galaxy in Los Angeles.

Matheus Nascimento put the Galaxy ahead 12 minutes after kickoff, with Joseph Paintsil doubling their lead in the second half. Joaquin Pereyra pulled one back for Minnesota in the sixth minute of stoppage time, but it wasn’t enough to salvage a result. Despite the loss—Minnesota’s eighth of the league phase—it was only a footnote, as the Loons had already qualified for the playoffs.

Meanwhile, the Seattle Sounders finished just one position behind Minnesota, with three points fewer overall. The Rave Greens ended their campaign on a high note, winning their last three matches consecutively. This strong finish means Seattle enters the playoff clash full of momentum.

Head-to-Head and Key Stats

The two teams have met 19 times previously.
Seattle Sounders have won 14 of those encounters, while Minnesota has claimed just 3 victories.
Minnesota United have won their last two games against Seattle, though they have never beaten the Sounders three times in a row.
Seattle comes into this match on a three-game winning streak and remain unbeaten in their last four.
Minnesota has won only once in their last five matches.

Match Prediction

With Seattle Sounders in excellent form and carrying momentum into this playoff series, they will look to continue their winning streak and gain the upper hand over Minnesota in the first clash. The Loons have struggled offensively recently and could find it difficult to break through Seattle’s defense.

Prediction: Minnesota United 0-2 Seattle Sounders

Betting Tips

Tip 1 – Result: Seattle Sounders to win
Tip 2 – Goals Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5 goals
Tip 3 – Both Teams to Score: Yes

https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/minnesota-united-vs-seattle-sounders-prediction-betting-tips-27th-october-2025