PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) — As the holidays inch closer, fire officials have an important reminder about decorating. All of the lights on the tree do come with a risk. The Philadelphia Fire Department demonstrated just how quickly a Christmas tree and decorations can turn dangerous. The National Fire Protection Association says fire departments have responded to an average of 160 Christmas tree fires each year, between 2016 and 2020.
https://6abc.com/post/philadelphia-fire-department-shows-how-quickly-christmas-tree-decorations-can-turn-dangerous/18175242/
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Jared Goff takes the blame for a bad game from Amon-Ra St. Brown
There have been 58 games this season in which a receiver has been thrown at least 12 passes. Only once has that player caught fewer than three passes: Amon-Ra St. Brown on Sunday night in Philadelphia. St. Brown’s stat line of just two catches on 12 targets was ugly, but Lions quarterback Jared Goff said on 97. 1 The Ticket that St. Brown didn’t have an off night. Goff says he’s the one who was off. “I don’t think anything feels off, except for this past week I was off trying to get him the ball,” Goff said. “He’s playing well. I’ve got to find ways to get it to him in space and be more accurate in those instances. I have been in my career so it’s not something I’m worried about. Last week was a little bit off and prior to that I don’t think there’s been any issue.” Goff finished the game 14-for-37, for a career-low completion rate of 37. 8 percent. Even aside from the 10 incompletions to St. Brown, Goff was far less accurate than the Lions expect him to be. It was a bad night for a lot of players on the Lions’ offense, but Goff knows the blame ultimately falls on the quarterback.
https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/jared-goff-takes-the-blame-for-a-bad-game-from-amon-ra-st-brown
Eagles Could Make Surprising Brian Daboll Hire Amid Locker Room Discontent
Serious cracks are showing in the foundation of the Philadelphia Eagles offense in Week 11. The Eagles earned a big win over the Green Bay Packers on “Monday Night Football” in Week 10, but managed to score just 10 points against a stout Packers defense.
**AJ Brown Voices Frustration**
Earlier this week, Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown openly expressed his frustrations with the offense’s struggles. During an appearance on Janky Rondo’s Madden stream on Tuesday night, Brown was blunt when asked about how things were going.
“I mean, no. Where have you been?” Brown responded. “No, like, family’s good, but everything else? No. It’s a (expletive) show. You on some ‘How you been?’ I’ve been struggling, brother.”
**Pressure Mounts on Hurts and Patullo**
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and first-year offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo have received the bulk of the criticism as fans and analysts voice dissatisfaction with the team’s offensive performance this season.
**Brian Daboll Rumored as Potential Offensive Coordinator**
Adding fuel to the speculation, Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports there is league chatter about former New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll possibly joining Philadelphia as their next offensive coordinator.
“Daboll is a football fanatic who knows the business, and he’s not done,” Russini wrote. “He wants to coach again, but it has to be in the right situation, in a spot that feels like the right fit.”
Some insiders have floated the idea of Daboll returning as the future offensive coordinator for either the Eagles or the Houston Texans. Although this is currently only speculation, there’s no doubt Daboll plans to return to coaching.
**Daboll’s Credentials and Fit**
Daboll is regarded as one of the top offensive minds in the game. He was the offensive coordinator for Alabama when the Crimson Tide won the national championship in 2017. Afterward, he became the offensive coordinator for the Buffalo Bills in 2018, where he played a key role in developing Josh Allen into one of the league’s premier quarterbacks.
While Daboll would be an intriguing hire for Philadelphia, he might also bring added complexity to an already volatile locker room. He was known for clashing with coaches and players during his time in New York, making him a risky choice for Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni.
As the Eagles continue to seek solutions to their offensive woes, all eyes will be on how the team’s staff evolves moving forward.
https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/brian-daboll-philadelphia-eagles-nfl-11053563
Tyrese Maxey, Sixers praise Andre Drummond for his work on the floor
PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia 76ers secured a thrilling 102-100 victory over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday, improving their season record to 7-4. The win featured strong contributions from across the roster, with veteran Andre Drummond providing a much-needed boost amid Joel Embiid’s intermittent absences.
Drummond, a two-time All-Star, has been outstanding recently. He posted 17 points and 12 rebounds against the Detroit Pistons on Sunday, followed by 14 points and 13 rebounds in Tuesday’s win over the Celtics. With Embiid currently listed as day-to-day due to a right knee issue, the Sixers continue to lean on Drummond’s consistent performance.
While the team relies on Tyrese Maxey and others to lead on the floor, Drummond’s impact remains crucial. “He’s been great,” Maxey said of Drummond. “He’s been amazing, man. The stuff that he’s done has been really good. He’s rebounded the ball well. He’s shot the ball well. He’s done a good job, man. He’s protecting the paint. We’re glad to have him.”
Drummond also made a key defensive play late in the game against the Celtics. After Kelly Oubre Jr. gave the Sixers a 102-100 lead with 8.7 seconds left, Drummond switched onto Celtics guard Derrick White, knocked the ball away, forced a bobble, and disrupted a final buzzer attempt. It was an impressive display of hustle and presence.
“That was huge,” Sixers coach Nick Nurse said. “Those are just making plays. Drum’s got some quick hands every now and then, but obviously, it was a saving play for that possession. For sure.”
Overall, the Sixers received 22 points from Justin Edwards and 21 from Tyrese Maxey, but it was Drummond who continually came up with the big plays that helped secure the win.
“Big time,” Maxey added about Drummond. “He did a really good job. That’s what he does. He gets deflections, he’s disruptive, and we appreciate him for that.”
The Sixers now have two days off before facing the Detroit Pistons again on Friday in the NBA Cup rematch.
https://sixerswire.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/sixers/2025/11/12/tyrese-maxey-sixers-praise-andre-drummond-for-his-work-on-the-floor/87231136007/
NYFC’s Andres Perea undergoes surgery after gruesome leg injury
Andrés Perea won’t be suiting up for New York City FC anytime soon. The club confirmed on Monday that the midfielder underwent surgery to address a lower right leg fracture at Montefiore Einstein Medical Center. Although no specific timetable was provided, head coach Pascal Jansen mentioned following their win over Charlotte FC that Perea was expected to be out “for a little bit.” Perea will begin his rehabilitation immediately.
“Everyone at the Club wishes Andrés all the best in his recovery,” the club said in a statement.
Perea sustained the injury in the 71st minute of Friday’s Game 3 match against Charlotte FC. NYCFC won that game to advance to the conference semifinals, where they will face the Philadelphia Union. The injury occurred when Perea went for an aerial ball against Charlotte’s Adilson Malanda. Upon landing, he awkwardly fell on his right leg, causing his right foot to bend back unnaturally, resulting in immediate pain on the pitch.
The club’s medical staff quickly came out to assess him, causing a roughly four-minute delay in the game before Perea was carted off the field.
“It was a very tense moment because we [lost] one of our own and it looked very bad,” Jansen told reporters after the match. He also described the loss of Perea as a “big” one for the team.
This season, Perea appeared in 24 MLS matches for NYCFC, tallying three goals and one assist. He also contributed another assist during the postseason match against Charlotte.
Looking ahead, New York City FC will face Philadelphia on November 23 in the conference semifinals following the international break.
Perea previously played for the Union but was loaned to NYCFC for the second half of the 2023 season before being traded to New York City in January 2024. This season marks the fourth time in five years that NYCFC has reached at least the conference semifinals in the MLS Cup playoffs.
https://nypost.com/2025/11/10/sports/nyfcs-andres-perea-undergoes-surgery-after-gruesome-leg-injury/
ESPN forced us to listen to boring Disney CEO Bob Iger on the ManningCast for nothing
The Monday Night Football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers marked the second matchup affected by the ongoing Disney-YouTube TV carriage dispute. As a result, subscribers have now missed an increasing number of NFL and college football games, adding to their frustration.
Both Disney and Google’s YouTube TV are pulling out all the stops to sway public opinion amid the ongoing squabble. YouTube TV has taken steps to appease subscribers by offering credits as compensation for the games they’ve missed. On the other side, Disney and ESPN opted for a different approach: bringing Disney CEO Bob Iger onto ESPN2’s ManningCast, presumably to provide clarity or to put a positive spin on the situation.
The 74-year-old Iger, a lifelong Packers fan and franchise investor, appeared alongside Peyton and Eli Manning. Wearing a crisp Green Bay hoodie, Iger enthusiastically shared stories about his favorite NFL team while the Mannings asked him several easy, softball questions. The interview started off as light and casual, seemingly setting the stage for a segue to address the YouTube TV dispute.
However, that moment never came.
After a few segments, the Mannings wrapped up the conversation, thanked Iger for his time, and sent him on his way. No mention was made of the carriage dispute, leaving viewers baffled. To put it mildly—what was the point of that?
At this juncture, Disney and ESPN appear to be losing the public relations battle against Google and YouTube, a surprising outcome given Disney’s vast resources. Their prior attempts to push viewers back through ESPN talent have largely backfired, particularly with vocal critics like Pat McAfee. The company has also lost goodwill among many notable NFL fans and media figures.
Short of an unexpected capitulation to get their content back on YouTube TV quickly, there are few remaining opportunities for Disney to control the narrative effectively. This could have been one such opportunity.
Iger’s silence on the issue during the ManningCast interview raises more questions than it answers. For many viewers who tuned in specifically hoping to hear the CEO weigh in on the dispute, it was an annoying letdown — just a chance for Iger to gush about his beloved Packers instead.
As the carriage dispute drags on, subscribers and fans alike continue to hope for a resolution that brings their favorite football content back to their screens. Until then, the silence speaks volumes.
https://awfulannouncing.com/disney/ceo-bob-iger-manningcast-dispute-said-nothing-espn-youtube-tv.html
Jones scores 29 as Saint Joseph’s (PA) downs Drexel 76-65
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Deuce Jones led Saint Joseph’s (PA) to a 76-65 victory over Drexel on Saturday, scoring 29 points off the bench. Jones was highly efficient, shooting 7 for 11 from the field, including a perfect 3 for 3 from beyond the arc, and converting 12 of 13 free throws to help the Hawks improve to 2-0.
Dasear Haskins contributed 15 points and six rebounds, while Anthony Finkley added 13 points, shooting 3 for 11 overall and 2 for 6 from three-point range, along with 5 of 6 from the free-throw line.
For Drexel (1-1), Villiam Garcia Adsten led the team with a double-double, scoring 12 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. Josh Reed also scored 12 points, and Shane Blakeney contributed 10 points, seven rebounds, and four steals.
Jones scored 11 points in the first half as Saint Joseph’s trailed 37-34 at halftime. However, his 18-point performance in the second half propelled the Hawks to overcome the deficit and secure an 11-point victory.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
By The Associated Press
https://mymotherlode.com/sports/college-sports-game-stories/10161925/jones-scores-29-as-saint-josephs-pa-downs-drexel-76-65.html
Phillies rumors: Insider links Philadelphia to Angels outfielders in potential trade
The MLB offseason is underway, and the Philadelphia Phillies are looking to improve after falling to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS. One potential move on the horizon involves targeting outfielders from the Los Angeles Angels, specifically Taylor Ward or Joe Adell, according to MLB insider Jon Morosi.
Morosi noted, “I would say a better than 50/50 chance they (Angels) move one of their significant veteran outfielders,” when discussing the possibility of trades involving Adell and Ward.
Both Adell and Ward are currently in arbitration years, which means the Angels can negotiate terms with them for just one more season. As a result, any team interested in acquiring either outfielder for the 2026 MLB season would need to arrange a trade.
Morosi also highlighted the Phillies’ ongoing efforts to reshape their outfield. “We know that Nick Castellanos probably will get moved, Alec Bohm could get traded, Kyle Schwarber is a free agent, a lot of moving parts with the Phillies, and Harrison Bader is a free agent too. The outfield in Philly is very much a work in progress,” he explained.
With so many potential changes, the Phillies might pursue a trade for one of the Angels’ outfielders to bolster their lineup. However, acquiring either player would likely require giving up some promising prospects.
While the Phillies could still attempt to extend Kyle Schwarber, there is some uncertainty about reaching an agreement. Likewise, Castellanos is frequently mentioned in trade rumors, suggesting the team may be open to a new direction in their outfield construction.
Looking at their recent performances, Joe Adell had a strong 2025 season, hitting .236 with a career-high 37 home runs, 98 RBIs, and an OPS of .778. Taylor Ward also had a solid campaign, batting .228 with 36 home runs, 103 RBIs, scoring 86 runs, and posting an on-base percentage of .317.
Although neither player boasts a high batting average, their power-hitting capabilities make them attractive options for a team like the Phillies looking to add more pop to their lineup.
As the offseason progresses, it will be interesting to see if Philadelphia makes a move for one of these Angels’ outfielders to help reshape their roster heading into 2026.
https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/philadelphia-phillies/phillies-rumors-philadelphia-angels-jo-adell-taylor-ward-trade
Eagles GM Howie Roseman on A.J. Brown: ‘You just don’t get rid of guys like that’
Eagles General Manager Howie Roseman wanted to keep his post-trade deadline press conference focused solely on the players coming in to help boost the team. However, a question about A.J. Brown’s status within the organization seemed inevitable, given all the whispers and rumors surrounding the star receiver in recent weeks—regardless of their validity.
When the topic was raised by the press, Roseman refrained from commenting on whether the Eagles had received any trade offers for Brown ahead of Tuesday’s 4 p.m. ET league deadline, or if any offers had been entertained. One thing is clear: A.J. Brown is still with the team.
Brown is expected to be back and ready to play following a hamstring injury, having received 15 days off during the bye week. Roseman emphasized that the Eagles need Brown if they truly want to compete for a Super Bowl repeat.
“I think that when you’re trying to be a great team, it’s hard to trade great players, and A.J. Brown is a great player,” Roseman said. “He wears [a captain’s C] for a reason. He’s an important part of this team, of this organization. He cares about winning, he cares about his teammates, and I think that when you’re a team like ours, that is looking forward to an opportunity to compete for a championship, you just don’t get rid of guys like that. So feel very lucky to have him on our team, and excited about the second half of the season with him.”
Since arriving in Philadelphia in 2022, Brown has been a commanding threat in the Eagles’ passing game and played a crucial role in their dominant run to a Super Bowl title last season. However, this season has been somewhat unusual.
There have been stretches and games where the Eagles struggled to get the ball to Brown. His perceived frustration, alongside a few cryptic social media posts without explanation, led fans and even some anonymous NFL executives to speculate that there might be deeper issues within the team.
Despite the rumors, the Eagles—from players to coaches and now up to Roseman—have consistently insisted on Brown’s importance to their operation. His continued presence on the roster backs that up.
Brown missed Week 8’s win over the Giants due to the hamstring injury but made a huge impact the week before against the Vikings in Minnesota, recording four catches for 121 yards and two touchdowns. He is expected to be healthy and ready to return for the Eagles’ Week 10 road matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Monday night.
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Tai Baribo scores 2 goals, Union beats Fire 3-0 to sweep first-round series
CHICAGO (AP) — Tai Baribo scored two early goals as the Philadelphia Union defeated the Chicago Fire 3-0 on Saturday, completing a sweep of the best-of-three first-round series in the MLS Cup playoffs.
Philadelphia, the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, will now host either fourth-seeded Charlotte or No. 5 seed New York City in the one-game conference semifinals.
Baribo opened the scoring in the sixth minute after dispossessing goalkeeper Jeff Gal—who started in place of the injured Chris Brady—at the edge of the 18-yard box and rolling his next touch into a wide-open net.
Ten minutes later, in the 16th minute, Wagner’s header from in front of the goal, off a cross played by Kai Wagner, extended the lead to 2-0.
Bruno Damiani put the Union further ahead in the 35th minute. Milan Iloski blocked a failed clearance attempt by Gal, who was making his eighth appearance and seventh start of 2025. Damiani then converted a first-touch shot from the center of the penalty area.
Philadelphia goalkeeper Andre Blake made two saves during the match, while Gal was unable to prevent any shots on goal.
The Union, who won both regular season matchups against the Fire by a combined score of 5-0 and held on to win Game 1 of the series on penalty kicks (4-2), have now won four straight games against Chicago.
https://mymotherlode.com/sports/soccer-general-news/10133106/tai-baribo-scores-2-goals-union-beats-fire-3-0-to-sweep-first-round-series.html