Caleb Williams and Jeffery Simmons lead the Bears past the Seahawks 34-17
SEATTLE (AP) — Caleb Williams threw a touchdown pass on the opening drive and Jeffery Simmons delivered just what Chicago needed on defense as the Bears beat the Seattle Seahawks 34-17. Williams was extremely efficient for the Bears against one of the NFL’s stingiest defenses, committing no turnovers, taking just one sack and throwing for 247 yards while completing 71% of his passes. Williams’ play helped set up three short touchdown runs by D’Andre Swift and that proved to be more than enough against Sam Darnold and the Seahawks, thanks to the impact Simmons had on the defense.
Courtroom chaos hits college basketball as dozens play after judges block NCAA eligibility rules
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — The college basketball season tips off with many players unexpectedly gaining an extra year of eligibility. They have received injunctions from courts in various states after the NCAA adopted a new five-year eligibility model that did not apply to them as they wrapped up their playing careers last season. As of last week, the NCAA reported about 200 lawsuits involving 850 athletes. So far, most of the courts — though not all — have sided with athletes seeking another year of eligibility. But nothing has been definitively decided as the season gets underway, leaving coaches to wonder whether their players will remain eligible through March.
Luka Doncic scores 42 points in another brilliant game, leading the Lakers past the Heat 138-117
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Luka Doncic had 42 points, 13 assists and seven rebounds while leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 138-117 victory over the Miami Heat. Doncic scored at least 37 points in his fifth consecutive game, hitting six 3-pointers and showing off his playmaking skill one night after he had 45 points and 15 assists in a win over Toronto. Austin Reaves scored 27 points and Walker Kessler added 15 points and 15 rebounds for the 6-2 Lakers. Giannis Antetokounmpo had 30 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists for the Heat, who opened a five-game West Coast road trip with their fifth loss in seven games
Gardner Minshew selected as Cardinals' starting QB; Jacoby Brissett demoted to 3rd string
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona Cardinals coach Mike LaFleur says veteran quarterback Gardner Minshew will take over as the starter. Minshew replaced Jacoby Brissett and led a 14-point comeback for a 33-30 overtime win against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday. LaFleur believes Minshew provided the needed spark for the struggling offense. Minshew threw for 188 yards and three touchdowns after entering the game late in the third quarter. Rookie Carson Beck will be the backup, while Brissett moves to third string for Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks. Minshew is on a one-year deal. Beck was a third-round pick out of Miami.
Coach Matt LaFleur says Packers anticipate keeping Josh Jacobs on their roster
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay coach Matt LaFleur says the Packers plan to keep Josh Jacobs on their roster following the news of previous allegations against the three-time Pro Bowl running back. Jacobs has pleaded no contest to two misdemeanor charges stemming from a May altercation with his then-girlfriend. LaFleur says that “we’re going to allow the NFL to do its process, but I would anticipate him being a member of us moving forward." The Hobart-Lawrence (Wisconsin) Police Department released records from their investigation of Jacobs' battery case that included the accounts of three other women who reported similar incidents from years before.
The Miz among 4 members of World Series champion Brewers who are finalists for major BBWAA awards
NEW YORK (AP) — Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski is among four members of the World Series champions who are finalists for baseball’s biggest individual awards. The Miz was one of the top three vote-getters in balloting for the NL Cy Young Award by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America at the conclusion of the regular season. Finalists for all the major BBWAA awards were announced Monday night. Winners will be revealed next week. Gold Glove second baseman Brice Turang is in the running for National League MVP, and Brewers skipper Pat Murphy could become the first person to win three consecutive Manager of the Year awards. Milwaukee closer Trevor Megill is a finalist for NL Relief Pitcher of the Year, a new category this year in both leagues.
Dodge announces its return to the NASCAR Cup Series beginning at the Daytona 500
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Dodge is returning to the NASCAR Cup Series in 2027, a year earlier than initially expected. The Stellantis-owned Dodge brand announced its return at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas on Monday. Dodge will once again give the Cup Series four manufacturers, joining Chevrolet, Ford and Toyota in fielding entries to compete in a 36-race schedule that begins in mid-February and crowns a champion in early November. Kaulig Racing will use the Dodge Charger to field a two-car team beginning at the Daytona 500. AJ Allmendinger and Ty Dillon are expected to fill those seats.
Bednar, Suzuki and Arozarena are among 8 MLB players receiving $23.15 million qualifying offers
NEW YORK (AP) — New York Yankees closer David Bednar, Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki and Seattle outfielder Randy Arozarena were among eight players who received $23.15 million qualifying offers from their teams. Milwaukee first baseman/outfielder Jake Bauers and Baltimore left-hander Trevor Rogers also received the offers along with Minnesota catcher Ryan Jeffers, Pittsburgh second baseman Brandon Lowe and San Diego left-hander Adrian Morejon. Players have until Nov. 17 to accept. Qualifying offers began after the 2012 season, and only 18 of 157 prior offers have been accepted. The figure is determined by the average of the top 125 major league contracts this year.
A toast to a win? LeBron James takes a sip of wine after crashing into 76ers fan
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — At 41 years old and still playing at an elite level, some might say LeBron James is aging like a fine wine.Well, maybe having some wine during Monday’s contest helped his game, too.After coming up empty on a fastbreak, James crashed into a 76ers fan behind the basket and took a a sip of the fan’s wine during Philadelphia’s 126-107 win over the Chicago Bulls on Monday night.
Thomas Hauck's 19 points and 10 rebounds lead No. 1 Florida past No. 14 Miami, 77-67
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Thomas Haugh had 19 points and 10 rebounds to lead the No. 1 Florida Gators to a 77-67 win over the No. 14 Miami Hurricanes in the season-opener for both programs. Rueben Chinyelu added six points and 14 rebounds for the Gators, who this time left Benchmark International Arena with a win. In the same building on March 22, Iowa ended Florida’s season in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. Acaden Lewis had 24 for the Hurricanes in his first game since transferring from Villanova.
