The SEC saw three of its Week 5 top-10 college football programs face upsets on Saturday, with the Alabama Crimson Tide, Tennessee Volunteers and Missouri Tigers all getting beat away from their home stadiums. The culmination of losses sent a major ripple throughout the national rankings, particularly in the AP Poll Top 25 following Week 6’s action, where previously top-ranked …
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Vikings pick off Aaron Rodgers late to beat reeling Jets in London, improve to 5-0
On Sunday, London became a football town, with Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets having a chance at a game-winning drive against the Minnesota Vikings at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. But Stephon Gilmore intercepted Rodgers with the Jets in the red zone and the Vikings held on for a 23-17 win and move to 5-0. It was a mixed performance …
Read More »Updating Texas A&M rankings in college football polls before Aggies enter bye week
As upsets dominated the headlines around college football in Week 6, Texas A&M football did their part by manhandling Missouri en route to a 41-10 victory. The Aggies entered the weekend at No. 21 in the updated US LBM Coaches Poll, and saw a sizeable jump up in the latest ranking that was released on Sunday morning. They began the …
Read More »Jets QB Aaron Rodgers has a low ankle sprain after awkward tackle in loss to Vikings
New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers briefly left the field during the Jets’ 23-16 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, prompting concerns about a potential leg injury. Rodgers’ leg was bent awkwardly during a tackle on third down during the third quarter, and he briefly went to the sideline before returning to the field. After the game, Rodgers told …
Read More »Pair of future Wisconsin opponents move into top 5 in latest US LBM Coaches Poll
Wisconsin defeated Purdue at home Saturday 52-6, snapping a two-game streak and improving to 3-2 on the season. Although the team built positive momentum with an impressive win, it remains absent from the latest US LBM Coaches Poll. The US LBM Coaches Poll is conducted weekly throughout the college football regular season and the Badgers have yet to be ranked …
Read More »Jets’ slow start, Aaron Rodgers’ interceptions leave comeback short as Gang Green loses to Vikings in London
LONDON — At Friday’s press conference, Robert Saleh was surprised when reminded that the team had fallen behind 17-0 behind the last time it played in London. However, in spite of any changes that the Jets may have implemented to avoid another slow start, history repeated itself as New York once again fell into a 17-point hole in London — this time against …
Read More »How do we make sense of the top-25 after a wild week? | College Football Power Hour
Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz, Caroline Fenton and Adam Breneman discuss how the rankings should look after two top-5 teams fall and others have some close calls in Week 6. Hear the full conversation on the “College Football Power Hour” podcast – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript I’m pulling one out …
Read More »Cardinals vs. 49ers live updates, score: Top moments, analysis, more
Brock Purdy knows a thing or two about going from late-round draft pick to superstar quarterback — and so does Tom Brady. The Niners will look to get back to a winning record despite missing star RB Christian McCaffrey, who remains sidelined indefinitely due to Achilles tendonitis in both legs. On the other hand, the Cardinals are looking for a …
Read More »Vikings stave off Jets rally in London to improve to 5-0
Vikings safety Camryn Bynum was one of three Minnesota defenders who picked off Aaron Rodgers on Sunday. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images) On Sunday, London became a football town, with the Minnesota Vikings facing off with the New York Jets in Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Although the Jets had a late drive to potentially take the lead, the Vikings broke up …
Read More »Upsets create major shakeup in US LBM Coaches poll
They all said Week 6 of the college football season presented a weak slate and that we should all pay attention to the following week. But that’s why they play the games. Both Alabama and Tennessee, formerly Top 5 teams, fell to previously unranked teams in Vanderbilt and Arkansas, respectively. What has resulted is a major shakeup up top of …
Read More »Fantasy Game Changers: Players to trust in Cowboys vs. Steelers | Fantasy Football Live
Yahoo Sports’ Fantasy Football Live crew looks ahead to Sunday night’s matchup between Dallas and Pittsburgh – and how CeeDee Lamb, Justin Fields and Najee Harris could impact fantasy managers. View more Video Transcript All right, let’s turn to our Fantasy game changers for this week powered by Ram Trucks where we’re identifying some of the most impactful players in …
Read More »Penn State football team’s report card vs. UCLA
Quarterbacks B:. Drew Allar made some big-time throws on third down, but got away with an interception that was wiped out by a UCLA penalty. Running backs C: The Lions averaged just 2.8 yards per carry, even though Allar was sacked only once. They clearly missed the explosiveness of the injured Nick Singleton. Receivers B: Liam Clifford made three catches …
Read More »Last-minute pickup option: RB Antonio Gibson
Yahoo Sports fantasy analyst Andy Behrens explains why the Patriots running back is worth a late grab for Week 5. View more Video Transcript Andy Barons, give us somebody that you’ve got out there. That is a last minute pickup. Yeah, Antonio Gibson is still available in about two thirds of Yahoo Leagues. He’s expected to draw the start at …
Read More »Nashville comedian Nate Bargatze shouts out Vanderbilt football upset over Alabama on SNL
Saturday was quite the night for comedian Nate Bargatze. Bargatze hosted Saturday Night Live shortly after Vanderbilt football pulled off the shocking 40-35 upset over No. 2 Alabama in Nashville. The win was the first for the Commodores after being 0-60 against AP top-5 opposition before Saturday. It was Vanderbilt’s first win over Alabama since 1984. REQUIRED READING: How upset …
Read More »Long-term concerns for Anthony Richardson managers?
Yahoo Sports fantasy analyst Tera Roberts explains the concerns about the Colts quarterback, who will miss his 5th game in the last nine contests. View more Video Transcript Tara, you and I have sort of been the opposite side of the Lady Justice Scales a little bit on Anthony Richardson. Like I, I feel like I’ve been sort of the …
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