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Trump administration must restore grants for school counselors, judge rules
SUMMARY: A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration must release millions in grants meant to address the shortage of mental health workers in schools. Congress funded the grant program after the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. The grants aim to help schools hire more counselors, psychologists, and social workers, focusing on rural and underserved areas. The ruling applies only to some grantees in sixteen Democratic-led states that challenged the decision. The Education Department under President Biden initially awarded the grants, prioritizing diversity. The ruling will remain in effect while the case proceeds.
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Congress shielded gun companies from lawsuits. Some blue states think they've found a loophole
SUMMARY: Two decades after a Republican-controlled Congress gave gun manufacturers immunity from being sued over crimes committed with their firearms, a growing number of Democratic-led states are trying to penetrate that legal shield. Since 2021, 10 states have passed laws intended to make it easier to sue gun companies. The newest such law, in Connecticut, took effect this month. It opens firearms manufacturers and retailers up to lawsuits if they don’t take steps to prevent guns from getting into the hands of people banned from owning them. The legislation has outraged gun rights advocates, who accuse the states of trying to skirt the 2005 Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act. That law says gun companies cannot be held liable for violent acts committed by people misusing weapons.
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OpenAI may move forward with new business structure, partnership with Microsoft, regulators say
SUMMARY: OpenAI said it has reorganized its ownership structure and converted its business into a public benefit corporation. Two crucial regulators, the California and Delaware attorneys general said they would not oppose the changes. The new structure could allow the ChatGPT maker to raise money and profit more easily from its AI technology while remaining under nonprofit control. On Tuesday, the company also announced a new agreement with Microsoft, giving the tech giant a roughly 27% stake in OpenAI's for-profit corporation. For over a year, OpenAI's proposed changes have drawn scrutiny from regulators and advocates concerned about AI's societal impacts.
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Trump administration must restore grants for school counselors, judge rules
SUMMARY: A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration must release millions in grants meant to address the shortage of mental health workers in schools. Congress funded the grant program after the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. The grants aim to help schools hire more counselors, psychologists, and social workers, focusing on rural and underserved areas. The ruling applies only to some grantees in sixteen Democratic-led states that challenged the decision. The Education Department under President Biden initially awarded the grants, prioritizing diversity. The ruling will remain in effect while the case proceeds.
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Judge seeks assurances that Abrego Garcia won't be deported to Liberia in violation of court order
SUMMARY: A Maryland federal judge wants the government to assure it will not deport Kilmar Abrego Garcia before she has lifted an injunction barring his removal from the U.S. The Salvadoran national's mistaken deportation to his home country in violation of an earlier agreement has galvanized opposition to President Donald Trump's deportation agenda. Immigration and Customs Enforcement filed a notice late last week of their plan to deport him to the West African nation of Liberia as early as Friday. At a status conference Monday, government attorneys assured U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis that Abrego Garcia will not be deported until after she lifts her injunction.
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Congress shielded gun companies from lawsuits. Some blue states think they've found a loophole
SUMMARY: Two decades after a Republican-controlled Congress gave gun manufacturers immunity from being sued over crimes committed with their firearms, a growing number of Democratic-led states are trying to penetrate that legal shield. Since 2021, 10 states have passed laws intended to make it easier to sue gun companies. The newest such law, in Connecticut, took effect this month. It opens firearms manufacturers and retailers up to lawsuits if they don’t take steps to prevent guns from getting into the hands of people banned from owning them. The legislation has outraged gun rights advocates, who accuse the states of trying to skirt the 2005 Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act. That law says gun companies cannot be held liable for violent acts committed by people misusing weapons.
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A federal judge in Tennessee warns Trump officials over statements about Kilmar Abrego Garcia
SUMMARY: A federal judge in Tennessee has warned of possible sanctions against top Trump administration officials if they continue to make inflammatory statements about Kilmar Abrego Garcia that could prejudice his coming trial. U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw filed an order late on Monday instructing local prosecutors in Nashville to provide a copy of his opinion to all Justice and Homeland Security department employees. The opinion cites court rules that prohibit public statements about a defendant's “character, credibility, reputation, or criminal record.” His order specifically includes Attorney General Pam Bondi and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
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Congress shielded gun companies from lawsuits. Some blue states think they've found a loophole
SUMMARY: Two decades after a Republican-controlled Congress gave gun manufacturers immunity from being sued over crimes committed with their firearms, a growing number of Democratic-led states are trying to penetrate that legal shield. Since 2021, 10 states have passed laws intended to make it easier to sue gun companies. The newest such law, in Connecticut, took effect this month. It opens firearms manufacturers and retailers up to lawsuits if they don’t take steps to prevent guns from getting into the hands of people banned from owning them. The legislation has outraged gun rights advocates, who accuse the states of trying to skirt the 2005 Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act. That law says gun companies cannot be held liable for violent acts committed by people misusing weapons.
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Flight delays become more common as air traffic controllers go without pay during shutdown
SUMMARY: Air traffic controllers are missing another paycheck due to the ongoing government shutdown, raising concerns about financial stress affecting their work. Flight delays are increasing as more controllers call out sick. The Federal Aviation Administration was already short on staff before the shutdown. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and the National Air Traffic Controllers Association President Nick Daniels emphasize the pressure on controllers. Some are taking second jobs to make ends meet. The shutdown is also hindering efforts to reduce the shortage of controllers. Though pressure is mounting on Congress, Democrats and Republicans have shown little sign of being able to reach a deal to fund the government.
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Texas lawsuit against companies behind Tylenol asserts unproven claims of autism risk
SUMMARY: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is accusing the companies behind Tylenol of deceptively marketing the pain reliever to pregnant mothers. The lawsuit asserts unproven claims that early exposure to acetaminophen increases risk of autism and other disorders. Paxton announced the lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue on Tuesday. It alleges that the companies violated consumer protection laws, hiding the danger that acetaminophen posed and “deceptively marketed Tylenol as the only safe painkiller for pregnant women.” It also alleges Johnson & Johnson fraudulently transferred liabilities to Kenvue to shield assets against lawsuits. Kenvue says it will defend itself, expressing concern about “misinformation” and the potential impact on the health of women and children.
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AP Decision Notes: What to expect for the Nov. 4 election in Pennsylvania
SUMMARY: Control of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court hangs in the balance in statewide elections next week, when voters will cast ballots on judges for the state’s three highest courts. Voters across the commonwealth will also vote Nov. 4 in municipal elections, including high-profile races in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia. Democratic state Supreme Court Justices Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty and David Wecht will appear on the ballot in a retention election, where voters will decide whether to award the sitting jurists new 10-year terms on the high court. While retention elections are often a quiet affair in Pennsylvania, this year’s campaign has been heavily shaped by party politics.
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No. 2 Indiana expects preseason All-American Aiden Fisher to play Saturday against Maryland
SUMMARY: No. 2 Indiana expects linebacker Aiden Fisher to be available for Saturday’s game at Maryland. Hoosiers coach Curt Cignetti told reporters during his weekly news conference Monday he would list Fisher as “probable.” Fisher has been a key cog in Indiana's historic turnaround. He followed Cignetti from James Madison to Indiana last year and was a first-team all-Big Ten selection. He started this season as a second team preseason All-American. Fisher ranks second on the team this season with 49 tackles and returned his first interception of the season 25 yards for a touchdown on the second play of Saturday's 56-6 blowout over UCLA. He was injured on the Bruins next series and remained on the sideline with a protective brace on the knee.
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Orioles hire Cleveland assistant Craig Albernaz as manager after finishing last in AL East
SUMMARY: The Baltimore Orioles have hired Craig Albernaz as their manager. Albernaz, who turns 43 on Thursday, was previously an associate manager with the Cleveland Guardians. He was promoted to that role after serving as bench coach in 2024. Albernaz takes over a Baltimore team that still has plenty of potential despite sliding to 75 wins this year and a last-place finish in the AL East. The Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde in May, and Tony Mansolino ran the team on an interim basis the rest of the way. Baltimore announced the move Monday.
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Commanders sign kicker Matthew Wright to face his old team, the Kansas City Chiefs, on Monday night
SUMMARY: The Washington Commanders have signed Matthew Wright to kick against his former team, the Kansas City Chiefs, after ruling out Matt Gay out with a back injury. The Commanders also elevated defensive tackle Sheldon Day and released wide receiver Robbie Chosen from the practice squad. That move comes as defensive tackle Daron Payne deals with a toe injury. Wright previously filled in for Kansas City during the 2022 season, going 10 for 10 on PATs and 10 for 13 on field goals. The Chiefs have ruled out left tackle Josh Simmons due to a family situation, with Jaylon Moore set to start.
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The win over Chicago was just part of Baltimore's best overall day of the season
SUMMARY: Tyler Huntley and the Baltimore Ravens could breathe a little easier after finally snapping their four-game losing streak. They had no idea how good their day would eventually get. While Huntley was stepping in for injured quarterback Lamar Jackson and leading Baltimore past Chicago 30-16 on Sunday, the Cincinnati Bengals were blowing a big lead in a loss to the previously winless Jets — and Cleveland was being routed by New England. Then, hours later, Pittsburgh fell apart in the second half and lost to Green Bay at home. A win for the Ravens, losses for the rest of the AFC North.
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Stephen Strasburg returns to San Diego State as special assistant to head coach
SUMMARY: Stephen Strasburg is going back to school. The former Washington Nationals ace and 2019 World Series MVP has been hired by San Diego State as a special assistant to head coach Kevin Vance. The program announced the move on Monday, saying Strasburg “will lend his support to all aspects of the Aztec baseball program" and offer "assistance in pitching development.” Strasburg, a San Diego native, pitched for the Aztecs from 2007-09 before becoming the top pick in the Major League Baseball amateur draft. He played at SDSU for late coach Tony Gwynn, a Hall of Fame outfielder with the San Diego Padres.
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Mahomes, Hunt lead Chiefs to dominant 28-7 win over Commanders, their 9th straight in the series
SUMMARY: Patrick Mahomes threw for 299 yards and three touchdowns, and the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Washington Commanders 28-7. The game was tied at halftime, but Mahomes was nearly perfect after the break. Kareem Hunt found the end zone twice for Kansas City. One of Mahomes' TD passes was to Travis Kelce, giving him 83 scores to tie Priest Holmes for the Chiefs career record. The Chiefs have won four of five to move to 5-3. The Commanders fell to 1-4 on the road and 3-5 overall.
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Yale's Nick Townsend is one of several players from traditional one-bid leagues who bear watching
SUMMARY: Yale’s Nick Townsend never seriously considered following the lead of so many other mid-major stars who have decided to finish their careers at power-conference programs. He instead opted to chase a third straight NCAA Tournament berth at the place that has helped the 6-foot-7 forward develop into one of the top Ivy League performers. Townsend enters his senior season as one of the top players from traditional one-bid leagues after collecting 15.4 points 7.1 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game last season.
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Playing catch-up: Ohio State's wealth of talent at WR has its Big Ten rivals trying to follow suit
SUMMARY: Ohio State again has two of the nation's top wide receivers this season in Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate. It’s not unusual for the Buckeyes to have multiple future NFL receivers on their roster. Five Ohio State receivers have been selected in the first round of the last four drafts: Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Emeka Egbuka. What’s notable this year is how the depth of receiving talent in the Big Ten isn’t limited to the Buckeyes. Seven of the top 19 Bowl Subdivision players in yards receiving per game are from the Big Ten.
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Giants' struggles against the run get exposed in their loss to the Eagles
SUMMARY: The New York Giants' inability to stop the run was a major cause of their 38-20 loss at Philadelphia that dropped them to 2-6. The Eagles ran for 276 yards, with even Tank Bigsby surpassing the 100-yard mark. Players took collective blame for something that has been a season-long struggle. The Giants rank 30th out of the NFL's 32 teams in run defense. Their running offense was also dealt a significant blow with rookie Cam Skattebo's ankle injury. Next up is a visit from the San Francisco 49ers.
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Glenn pleased by Fields' performance in Jets' first win, but noncommittal on him as starting QB
SUMMARY: Justin Fields delivered one of the best games of his career by leading the New York Jets to a 39-38 comeback win against Cincinnati. Coach Aaron Glenn still isn't committing to Fields as the starting quarterback after the bye week. Glenn says he needs time to decide, focusing on improving the team's performance. Fields, who hasn't thrown an interception in seven starts, played a crucial role in the victory. His teammates, including defensive tackle Harrison Phillips, expressed strong support for him. The Jets' offense shined with 502 total yards, but tackling remains a concern for the defense.
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Giants rookie running back Cam Skattebo has surgery after dislocating right ankle vs. Eagles
SUMMARY: New York Giants rookie running back Cam Skattebo underwent surgery to repair a dislocated right ankle, coach Brian Daboll said Monday. Daboll said all went well with the operation but declined to reveal anything else about the nature of the injury and its repair. Skattebo went down in the second quarter of a 38-20 loss at Philadelphia on Sunday. Skattebo's foot appeared to be bent in an unnatural direction as both Giants and Eagles players huddled around him until he could be helped off the field.
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Red Bulls' Sandro Schwarz fired, replacement will be team's 21st coach in 31 seasons
SUMMARY: Sandro Schwarz has been fired as coach of the New York Red Bulls after two seasons, and his replacement will be the team’s 21st coach in 31 seasons. New York missed the playoffs, finishing 10th in Major League Soccer’s Eastern Conference with 12 wins, 15 losses and seven ties. The team was seventh in 2024 and advanced to the MLS final, where it lost to the LA Galaxy. The Red Bulls said Julian de Guzman will become Head of Sport next year and replace Jochen Schneider and that assistant coach Volkan Bulut will not return for 2026.
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Rockets rout the winless Nets 137-109 for their first victory of the season
SUMMARY: Tari Eason scored 22 points, Alperen Sengun added 21 points, six rebounds and six assists, and the Houston Rockets beat the Brooklyn Nets 137-109 on Monday night for their first victory of the season. Kevin Durant had 19 points against his former team, which fell to 0-4. Reed Sheppard came off the bench for 15 points. Houston lost in two overtimes against Oklahoma City in the NBA season opener and then fell by four against Detroit in its second game. The Rockets led 42-25 after shooting 62.5% in the first quarter, then outscored the Nets 32-17 in the third to extend an 11-point halftime lead to 103-77.
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Why the Philadelphia Eagles' 'tush push' play is causing such a stir
SUMMARY: The "tush push" play in the NFL has become controversial and hard to stop. The Philadelphia Eagles have perfected it, but opponents and officials struggle to counter it. During Sunday's game, the Eagles faced the New York Giants, and a disputed call allowed them to keep possession after a fumble. Giants coach Brian Daboll couldn't challenge the ruling due to an early whistle. The play has sparked debate about its fairness and potential rule changes. Despite the controversy, the Eagles continue to benefit from it, and discussions about banning the play might resurface in the offseason.
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Playing catch-up: Ohio State's wealth of talent at WR has its Big Ten rivals trying to follow suit
SUMMARY: Ohio State again has two of the nation's top wide receivers this season in Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate. It’s not unusual for the Buckeyes to have multiple future NFL receivers on their roster. Five Ohio State receivers have been selected in the first round of the last four drafts: Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Emeka Egbuka. What’s notable this year is how the depth of receiving talent in the Big Ten isn’t limited to the Buckeyes. Seven of the top 19 Bowl Subdivision players in yards receiving per game are from the Big Ten.
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NFL's International Player Pathway program is shining a spotlight on talent from around the world
SUMMARY: The NFL’s International Player Pathway program gives players from outside the United States and Canada a chance to learn, develop, practice and play American football professionally as the league continues to expand its global reach. New York Jets offensive lineman Leander Wiegand is a native of Germany who says the program changed his life. Pat Long, the NFL’s director of international football development, says the program is like the Avengers because the players are outliers and wouldn't otherwise be discovered. Nearly 100 international players have participated in the program and more than 40 have signed with NFL teams since 2017.
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From rugby and soccer to the NFL: How the league is finding talent in unexpected places
SUMMARY: The NFL has expanded its talent search globally in recent years, looking beyond traditional football fields. The International Player Pathway program was started in 2017 to identify athletes from sports like basketball, rugby and soccer in countries such as Australia, Germany and Nigeria. The program aims to transition these athletes into NFL players, even without extensive American football experience. All 32 NFL teams can add an international player to their practice squad. Notable successes include Jordan Mailata and Efe Obada. The program continues to grow, with five players from the most recent class currently on NFL practice squads.
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Steelers defense is making a lot of money. It's just not making many plays
SUMMARY: The Pittsburgh Steelers have one of the most well-compensated defenses in the NFL. The unit is not exactly living up to its considerable paycheck as the season nears the midway point. Pittsburgh was lit up by Green Bay's Jordan Love in a 35-25 loss to the Packers that dropped the Steelers to 4-3. Love became the first quarterback in NFL history to complete 20 straight passes and throw for at least 350 yards and three scores without being sacked or committing a turnover. Pittsburgh is in the bottom five in the league in yards allowed through seven weeks. The franchise hasn't finished the season in that kind of territory since 1988.
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Giants rookie running back Cam Skattebo has surgery after dislocating right ankle vs. Eagles
SUMMARY: New York Giants rookie running back Cam Skattebo underwent surgery to repair a dislocated right ankle, coach Brian Daboll said Monday. Daboll said all went well with the operation but declined to reveal anything else about the nature of the injury and its repair. Skattebo went down in the second quarter of a 38-20 loss at Philadelphia on Sunday. Skattebo's foot appeared to be bent in an unnatural direction as both Giants and Eagles players huddled around him until he could be helped off the field.
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Eagles soar back to top of NFC with Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley leading the charge
SUMMARY: Jalen Hurts has bounced back after a tough loss to the New York Giants, leading the Eagles to two consecutive wins. He has thrown for 505 yards and seven touchdowns in that span, restoring confidence in the team's offense and first-year coordinator Kevin Patullo. Saquon Barkley had a 65-yard TD run on the way to 150 on the ground against his old team. The Eagles head into their bye week tied for the most wins in the NFC with a record of 6-2. The focus is now getting Barkley and other key players healthy.
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Jonathan Taylor and Daniel Jones fuel surprising start, but Colts not taking anything for granted
SUMMARY: Jonathan Taylor seems to hit a new milestone every week. Daniel Jones is in the throes of his best season. And the Indianapolis Colts have the NFL’s best record through through eight games. Surprised? Many doubters thought Indy would be one of the worst teams in the league two months ago. Instead, the Colts have fought back by winning four straight to earn the AFC South lead. They've been so impressive even some Colts players have been surprised by how it's all transpired.
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Crosby has goal, 2 assists to reach 1,700 points as Penguins beat Blues 6-3
SUMMARY: Sidney Crosby had a goal and two assists to become the ninth player in NHL history with 1,700 points and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the St. Louis Blues 6-3. Crosby had his 498th multi-point game, passing Mario Lemieux for the team record and sixth in NHL history on the all-time multi-point list. Evgeni Malkin had a goal and an assist to extend his point streak to seven games, while Bryan Rust had two goals and an assist. Parker Wotherspoon and Anthony Mantha also scored for Pittsburgh. Tristan Jarry made 22 saves to help the Penguins get their fifth win in six games. Jordan Kyrou, Nick Bjugstad and Mathieu Joseph scored for St. Louis. Joel Hofer stopped 20 shots.
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Tyrese Maxey scores 43 points to lead 76ers past Magic 136-124 without Joel Embiid
SUMMARY: Tyrese Maxey scored 43 points and rookie VJ Edgecombe added 26 as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Orlando Magic 136-124. The Sixers are now 3-0. Joel Embiid sat out Monday night's game to rest his surgically repaired left knee. After playing in just 19 games last season, Embiid played the first two contests with a restriction of 20 minutes. Paolo Banchero scored 32 points to lead the Magic. Orlando began a five-game trip with its third straight loss.
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Why the Philadelphia Eagles' 'tush push' play is causing such a stir
SUMMARY: The "tush push" play in the NFL has become controversial and hard to stop. The Philadelphia Eagles have perfected it, but opponents and officials struggle to counter it. During Sunday's game, the Eagles faced the New York Giants, and a disputed call allowed them to keep possession after a fumble. Giants coach Brian Daboll couldn't challenge the ruling due to an early whistle. The play has sparked debate about its fairness and potential rule changes. Despite the controversy, the Eagles continue to benefit from it, and discussions about banning the play might resurface in the offseason.
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NBA players set record with 16 40-point games in first week of season
SUMMARY: The NBA season has kicked off with a scoring frenzy. Players have already scored 40 or more points in 16 games, an unprecedented start. Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic of the Lakers, and Tyrese Maxey of the 76ers, have each hit this mark twice. Other players like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Stephen Curry have also joined the high-scoring club. Despite these performances, the spotlight is on a gambling scandal involving Portland coach Chauncey Billups and Miami guard Terry Rozier. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has apologized for the distraction. Meanwhile, scoring averages have jumped, with teams playing faster and getting to the foul line more often.
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Playing catch-up: Ohio State's wealth of talent at WR has its Big Ten rivals trying to follow suit
SUMMARY: Ohio State again has two of the nation's top wide receivers this season in Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate. It’s not unusual for the Buckeyes to have multiple future NFL receivers on their roster. Five Ohio State receivers have been selected in the first round of the last four drafts: Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Emeka Egbuka. What’s notable this year is how the depth of receiving talent in the Big Ten isn’t limited to the Buckeyes. Seven of the top 19 Bowl Subdivision players in yards receiving per game are from the Big Ten.
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NFL's International Player Pathway program is shining a spotlight on talent from around the world
SUMMARY: The NFL’s International Player Pathway program gives players from outside the United States and Canada a chance to learn, develop, practice and play American football professionally as the league continues to expand its global reach. New York Jets offensive lineman Leander Wiegand is a native of Germany who says the program changed his life. Pat Long, the NFL’s director of international football development, says the program is like the Avengers because the players are outliers and wouldn't otherwise be discovered. Nearly 100 international players have participated in the program and more than 40 have signed with NFL teams since 2017.
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From rugby and soccer to the NFL: How the league is finding talent in unexpected places
SUMMARY: The NFL has expanded its talent search globally in recent years, looking beyond traditional football fields. The International Player Pathway program was started in 2017 to identify athletes from sports like basketball, rugby and soccer in countries such as Australia, Germany and Nigeria. The program aims to transition these athletes into NFL players, even without extensive American football experience. All 32 NFL teams can add an international player to their practice squad. Notable successes include Jordan Mailata and Efe Obada. The program continues to grow, with five players from the most recent class currently on NFL practice squads.
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Fan at Penguins game hospitalized after falling from upper concourse
SUMMARY: A fan has been taken to a hospital after falling from the upper concourse at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh. The incident happened early in the first period of Monday night's game between the Penguins and the St. Louis Blues. Emergency personnel treated the fan before taking him to Mercy Hospital. Police told the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette that the man was in critical condition. The fall is the third such incident at a Pittsburgh sporting event this year.
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