Archive for November, 2022

U.S. Beats Iran, Watson’s Accusers To Attend Game, This Week’s CFP Rankings

SOCCER

The U.S. men’s soccer team defeated Iran 1-0 in a thrilling game that had geopolitical implications. The U.S. will now play the Netherlands on Saturday at 10:00 am. Unfortunately, Christian Pulisic, who scored the only goal, suffered a pelvic contusion and was taken to the hospital. He’s been ruled day-to-day.

FOOTBALL

The NFL has reinstated Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson after an 11-game suspension for violating the league’s personal conduct policy. Watson formerly played for the Houston Texans, who suspended him in January last year for sexual misconduct with female massage therapists. The Browns play the Texans on Sunday and some of the women who accused Watson will be attending the game to make a statement that they are still here and their voices matter.

The latest College Football Playoff rankings are out and there were no surprises after last weekend’s games. Georgia still sits at #1, and Michigan (after demolishing Ohio State) at #2, with TCU and USC rounding out the top four.

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Michigan’s Big Win Over The Ohio State, USC’s Playoff Chance, 33 4thQ Points Jags/Ravens, Herbert Passes Manning/Luck, Jets QB Impressive Debut, World Cup Group Stage

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For the second straight year, Michigan triumphed over Ohio State, but this year was even more of a statement as they were playing in Columbus (their first win there in 22 years). Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy had a breakout day throwing for 263 yards and three touchdowns (two to Cornelius Johnson-a Brunswick High School graduate).

Heisman favorite quarterback Caleb Williams scored four touchdowns in USC’s win over Notre Dame, boosting USC’s chances for a playoff berth.

In the NFL, the Jacksonville Jaguars and Baltimore Ravens had one of the most exciting games of the weekend with 33 fourth-quarter points. Jaguars 28, Ravens 27

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert passed Peyton Manning and Andrew Luck for the second most passing yards and touchdowns in his first three seasons as a quarterback. Chargers 25, Cardinals 24

Mike White, replacing Zach Wilson as the new Jets quarterback, had an impressive debut throwing for three touchdowns and 315 yards to lead NY to a 31-10 win over the Chicago Bears.

SOCCER

The group stage of the World Cup is almost complete. The US and England drew 0-0 over the weekend which means the stakes are high for the US Men’s team on Tuesday when they play Iran in a winner-take-all matchup.

Qatar lost again and is out of the tournament, making the team’s performance the worst by a host nation in the history of the World Cup.

In its first World Cup win in 24 years, Morocco beat the favored Brussels.

 

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Vikings, Cowboys, Bills Win On Thanksgiving

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Roundup of the Thanksgiving Day Games:

The Minnesota Vikings improved to 9-2 after beating the New England Patriots 33-26.

The New York Giants lost three of its last four games after dropping to the Dallas Cowboys 20-28. Cowboys QB Dak Prescott redeemed himself by throwing two touchdowns early in the 3rd quarter after throwing for two interceptions in the first half.

The Buffalo Bills edged Detroit  28-25 ending the Lions’ three-game winning streak.

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Saudi Arabia Defeats Argentina, Manchester United Terminates Cristiano Ronaldo Contract, Glazer’s May Sell, Kugler Fired For Groping

SOCCER

In a shocking World Cup upset, Saudi Arabia defeated pre-tournament favorite Argentina 2-1. Lionel Messi’s team had not lost in 36 straight matches.

In other soccer news, Cristiano Ronaldo agreed to terminate his contract with Manchester United. It’s not a big surprise as Ronaldo (the team’s top scorer) told Piers Morgan in an interview last week he didn’t respect manager Erik ten Hag. The current owners, the Glazer family, are also considering selling the franchise.

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The Arizona Cardinals fired offensive line coach Sean Kugler after an incident in Mexico City where Kugler allegedly groped a woman.

 

 

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Marcus Jones TD Punt Return Seals Jets Loss, Travis Kelce 3TD’s, World Cup Controversy

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With only seconds left on the clock, rookie cornerback Marcus Jones stunned the Jets with an 84-yard punt return  (the first punt return for a touchdown this season) to seal the win for the Patriots. The Jets drop to last in the AFC East. Patriots 10, Jets 3

Tight end Travis Kelce put on a show in a 30-27 Kansas City Chiefs win over the Los Angeles Chargers. Kelce scored three touchdowns including the game-winner with 31 seconds remaining.

SOCCER

All eyes are on the World Cup this week, but the controversy surrounding the host country Qatar and the governing body FIFA are taking center stage. There are widespread allegations about corruption in how Qatar was selected to host, human rights abuses on the migrant workers who built the infrastructure for the tournament (according to The Guardian, 6,500 workers from South Asia have died since the World Cup was awarded to Qatar), and the government’s restrictions on homosexuality. On Sunday, FIFA caved again and notified seven European teams that their players would be issued automatic yellow cards for wearing “One Love” armbands protesting discrimination.

 

 

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Aaron Judge & Paul Goldschmidt Win MVP’s, Titans Beat Packers On TNF, Bills/Browns Game In Detroit, Brady Movie Trailer, No Beer At World Cup

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To no one’s surprise, Aaron Judge won the 2022 American League MVP. His stats are off the charts including an American League record of 62 home runs. Paul Goldschmidt won the National League MVP.

FOOTBALL

In Thursday night football, the Tennessee Titans made a big statement with their 27-17 win over Green Bay. Titans Running back Derrick Henry put on a show by running for a touchdown and throwing for a touchdown.

The Buffalo Bills-Cleveland Browns game on Sunday has been moved to Ford Field in Detroit due to a massive snowstorm expected in Buffalo.

The trailer for ’80 for Brady’, a film based on a true story of four elderly female best friends who take a trip to see Tom Brady and the Patriots in Super Bowl LI, is out and looks entertaining. Brady plays himself and is a producer in the movie. Gronk makes an appearance as well.

SOCCER

Just two days before the start of the World Cup, Qatari officials decided only nonalcoholic drinks will be served in the stadium. Not only are fans upset, but the ban on beer sales is likely to complicate FIFA’s $75 million sponsorship agreement with Budweiser.

 

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Verlander And Alcantara Win Cy Young Awards, Kyrie Could Return On Sunday

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Houston Astros Justin Verlander and Miami Marlins Sandy Alcantara both unanimously won their respective American League and National League Cy Young Awards. The Cy Young is given annually to the best pitchers in Major League Baseball. With the win, Verlander is the 11th pitcher to earn at least three Cy Youngs.

BASKETBALL

Kyrie Irving could return to the Brooklyn Nets as soon as Sunday’s game against the Grizzlies. After posting an antisemitic video, Kyrie was suspended and had to fulfill six requirements in order to return, including meeting with the Anti-Defamation League and other Jewish leaders.

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1972 Dolphins Celebrate Eagles Loss, Top CFP Rankings Remain The Same, Kings Score Most Points In NBA So Far This Year

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The 1972 Miami Dolphins must have celebrated after the only unbeaten left in the NFL, the Philadelphia Eagles, lost on Monday night to the Washington Commanders 32-21. The 1972 Dolphins remain the only team in the NFL to have a perfect unbeaten season.

In college football, the official Playoff rankings remain the same with Georgia, Ohio State, Michigan, and TCU in the top four.

BASKETBALL

The Sacramento Kings scored the most points (153) of any NBA team this season and the most the Kings have scored in a game since 1993. Kings 153, Nets 121

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Game Of The Year-Vikings/Bills, Cowboys Blow Lead, Jeff Saturday’s Win

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It’s being called the Game of the Year, and it’s hard to imagine there will be any other matchup with as many twists and turns.  The Minnesota Vikings beat the Buffalo Bills in overtime 33-30, but what happened in the fourth quarter and overtime was stunning. Sit back and watch this recap of one of the most exciting ends of a football game in recent history, including Justin Jefferson’s insane one-handed catch.

The Dallas Cowboys lost in overtime to the Green Bay Packers after leading through the first there quarters. Packers 31, Cowboys 28

Former ESPN analyst Jeff Saturday triumphed in his debut as the Indianapolis Colts’ head coach with a 25-20 win over the Las Vegas Raiders.

 

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CFP Rankings, Vanderbilt Coach Defends Antisemitic Kanye, Vaughn New Head Coach, Ryan Reynolds Interested In Senators

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The College Football Playoff selection committee released their new rankings with Georgia, Ohio State, Michigan, TCU and Tennesse rounding out the top five.

Vanderbilt’s defensive backs coach Dan Jackson is under review (and currently on leave) after defending Kanye West’s antisemitic comments on Facebook saying, “West is two steps ahead of everyone” and “more people need to wake up and speak their mind.”

BASKETBALL

The Brooklyn Nets named Jacque Vaughn as their new head coach, replacing Steve Nash.

HOCKEY

During an appearance on “The Tonight Show” with Jimmy Fallon, actor Ryan Reynolds announced he’s interested in buying the Ottawa Senators. Although, Reynolds admitted he needed a “sugar mommy” or “sugar daddy” with deep pockets to afford it. Reynolds co-owns the Welsh football club Wrexham AFC.

 

 

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