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A fantasy football column advises managers to stream tight ends by targeting favorable defensive matchups, naming Pat Freiermuth, Darren Waller, and A.J. Barner as waiver-wire options. It cites recent production and opponent vulnerabilities to support the recommendations.
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Oliver Moy, founder of North Star Boys, won a one-of-one Jimothy raccoon baseball card for $20,100 in an eBay auction, with proceeds going to a 13-year-old fan's college fund. The article recounts how the viral Mariners mascot card drew a last-minute bid and Moy's plans to keep the card and promote self-acceptance.
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49ers running back Christian McCaffrey expressed fatigue with repeated questions about whether quarterback Brock Purdy has taken his game to another level, calling Purdy special. The article notes Purdy's strong Week 2 performance against the Dolphins and his high NFL grade.
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The Philadelphia Eagles signed veteran tight end Zach Ertz to their practice squad after starter Dallas Goedert suffered a sprained MCL. The article notes Ertz's history with the team and his proximity to the franchise receptions record.
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Puka Nacua is officially inactive for Monday Night Football due to hip and groin tightness, leaving the Rams without their top receiver. Los Angeles will lean more on Davante Adams and reserve receivers, while Aaron Donald returns from retirement to boost the defense.
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The article previews what Mets fans can watch in the final week of a disappointing season, focusing on rookie-of-the-year chances and other minor storylines. It treats the remaining games as meaningful mainly to diehard fans and notes the team's home schedule is over.
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The Lakers are one over the NBA roster limit after signing Matisse Thybulle, and the article ranks options for getting down to 15 players before the season. It weighs a player-for-pick trade, a consolidation trade, and outright waiving a player, focusing on feasibility and salary-cap consequences.
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Gary Lineker criticized Sir Jim Ratcliffe as an 'unpleasant human being' and mocked the Glazers for finding an owner even worse than them. The article covers Manchester United's poor results, recent managerial changes, transfer frustrations, and a youth player's exit request amid fan discontent.
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Trumpeter Dr. Jesse McGuire performed the national anthem at a Diamondbacks-Yankees game, but when his trumpet malfunctioned he sang the rest of the song, earning a standing ovation and later performing 'God Bless America.' The article recounts his history as a good-luck charm during Arizona’s 2001 World Series run and the team’s anniversary celebration.
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The Los Angeles Rams honored NBC reporter Eliana Moreno and pilot George Marciniw before Monday Night Football after they were killed in a helicopter crash while covering a bus crash. The tribute included framed photos, white flowers, and a sign calling them forever part of the Los Angeles media family.
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Puka Nacua was ruled out of the Rams' Monday Night Football home opener against the Giants after testing a hip injury in pregame warmups. His absence leaves Matthew Stafford without his All-Pro receiver, and backup Jordan Whittington is also doubtful with a quadriceps injury. The Rams may turn to deeper receivers and tight ends.
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The article covers a heartwarming social media post by Howie Rose’s daughter after his final Mets broadcast, highlighting a coincidental connection involving Francisco Lindor’s walk-up song. It also notes Rose’s retirement and a planned future ceremony.