Vikings RB Jordan Mason joins Jauan Jennings in throwing apparent shade at 49ers
Ex-49ers WR Jauan Jennings made headlines with his snub of San Francisco in trade talks, but Jordan Mason may have issues with the Niners as well.
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How to watch Warriors vs. Suns
The Golden State Warriors aim to stretch their winning streak to five games as they host the Phoenix Suns on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, at 7 p.m. PT on NBC Sports Bay Area. After a 124‑112 win over the Clippers without Curry and Green, rookie Yaxel Lendeborg erupted for a career‑high 37 points, the most by a Warriors rookie since 2010. With Lendeborg and fourth‑year guard Brandin Podziemski providing new scoring threats, Coach Steve Kerr restores Curry and Green to the starting lineup against a Suns squad that recently saw Devin Booker drop 43 points. Projected lineups feature Curry, Podziemski, Lendeborg, Green, Bassey for Golden State and Booker, Green, Brooks, Bridges, Maluach for Phoenix.
Colorado Rockies hire Ethan Katz as Major League Pitching Coach
The Colorado Rockies have hired former White Sox pitching coach Ethan Katz as their major‑league pitching coach for the 2027 season. A former Rockies draft pick (26th round, 2005) who posted a 2.79 ERA in the minors, Katz brings extensive experience, including stints as a high‑school coach at Harvard‑Westlake, assistant roles with the Angels, Mariners and Giants, and a five‑year tenure as Chicago’s pitching coach (2021‑25) where his staff posted a 3.73 ERA in his debut year before slipping to the mid‑4.00s. After a brief assistant role with the Astros in 2026, he replaces Alon Leichman, who left after the Rockies posted a league‑worst 5.99 ERA. Rockies manager Warren Schaeffer praised Katz’s track record of improving pitchers.
Rams finally share good news about Myles Garrett
Sean McVay confirms that edge rusher Myles Garrett will resume practice this week, opening his 21‑day window to return to the active roster before a potential IR move. The former Browns star missed all of L.A.’s season to date after a Week 1 knee injury against the 49ers. Tight end Terrance Ferguson also looks set to return. The Rams, who traded a first‑round pick and Jared Verse for Garrett, hope his debut comes soon, possibly before the upcoming game versus Washington.
Brandon Aiyuk Takes Major Step toward NFL Return after Commanders Dream Fell Apart
Brandon Aiyuk, the 28‑year‑old former 49ers wide receiver, hires veteran agent Drew Rosenhaus as a crucial step toward an NFL comeback after more than two years off the field. Aiyuk, who hasn't played since an ACL, MCL and meniscus injury on Oct. 20, 2024, must first apply for reinstatement and then await San Francisco’s decision on his contract—trade, release, or retain. His hoped‑for move to Washington fell through when the Commanders signed Stefon Diggs, leaving his future uncertain. With his 2023 stats of 75 catches, 1,342 yards and second‑team All‑Pro honors, Aiyuk’s return hinges on the reinstatement process and a possible November 10 deadline.
Blue Jays Decline Option On Myles Straw
The Toronto Blue Jays decline the $8 million club option on outfielder Myles Straw, triggering a $1.75 million buyout from the Guardians per the 2025 trade. Straw, now a free agent, posted a .241/.304/.342 slash line over 330 PA in 2026 after a strong start (.277/.327/.383) and remains an elite runner and versatile defender. Toronto also reshuffled its 40‑man roster, reinstating several players from the 60‑day IL, outrighting CJ Van Eyk, and seeing Rudy Martin Jr. elect free agency. Potential suitors include the Yankees, Royals, Reds, Giants, Phillies and former club Houston.
NFL Trade Deadline Rumors: Bears want pass rush and secondary help
NFL insider Jordan Schultz says the Chicago Bears are still hunting a pass rusher and secondary help as the trade deadline approaches on Nov. 10. After already acquiring Jeffery Simmons, the Bears have drawn buzz around Khalil Mack and may also target a veteran safety or corner. The San Francisco 49ers, meanwhile, continue to chase a receiver and pass rusher, having just added DeForest Buckner. Schultz warns both clubs aren’t done making moves before the deadline.
Packers Roster: Green Bay works out 5 on Monday
The Green Bay Packers held a workout on Monday featuring five edge rushers and one linebacker as they look to fill two open practice‑squad spots. The group includes DE prospects Vincent Anthony (2026 draft, 7.28 RAS, former Chiefs and 49ers practice‑squad player) and Seth Coleman (2025 draft, 7.14 RAS, brief stints with Seahawks, Colts and Dolphins). LB prospects D.J. Johnson (2023 third‑round pick, 8.32 RAS, ex‑Panthers and Commanders), Dasan McCullough (2026 undrafted LB, 9.45 RAS, former Broncos contract) and Reid Williford (2026 LB, 9.46 RAS, recently cleared from an injury settlement with the Ravens) also participated. The Packers have evaluated 43 players since the cut‑down deadline, with only one prior edge rusher, Australian Cruz Smith, having been tried.
How can the Phoenix Suns spoil Stephen Curry’s Warriors return tonight?
The Phoenix Suns head into a pivotal November 2 matchup against the Golden State Warriors, who bounce back to 4-3 after a four‑game streak and will have Stephen Curry and Draymond Green returning. After a 1‑3 start, Phoenix seeks to prove its opening‑night win over a depleted Warriors set wasn’t a fluke. Coach Jordan Ott must balance size versus Kerr’s small‑lineup trends, while key battles—Devin Booker vs. Curry, Dillon Brooks vs. Yaxel Lendeborg, and frontcourt matchups involving Khaman Maluach, Oso Ighodaro and Al Horford—will shape the game. A victory would validate the Suns’ early‑season identity against a Western Conference powerhouse.
NFL Transactions: Monday 11/2
Monday’s NFL roster moves see the Texans reshuffle the backfield, releasing Deuce Vaughn and adding DT Naquan Jones from the 49ers’ practice squad along with RB Josh Pitsenberger. The Giants drop NT Josh Tupou and bring in RB Eric Gray, while the Ravens swap RB Lucas Scott for QB Austin Reed on their practice squad. Notable releases include the Falcons cutting LB Drake Jackson and the Patriots waiving DB Elliott Davison. Several teams also elevate players from practice squads, such as the Seahawks promoting WR Montorie Foster and T Bobby Hart.
Rangers claim Butto, outright Helman
The Texas Rangers claim right‑hander Jose Butto off waivers from the San Francisco Giants and outright outfielder Michael Helman after he clears waivers. Butto, 28, posted a 2.55 ERA in 30 games for the Giants in 2024 but missed most of 2026 after surgery to remove a blood clot. He’s arbitration‑eligible, out of options and offers low‑cost ground‑ball relief for camp. Helman, who cleared waivers, is likely to become a free agent due to his service time.
Trey Zuhn III gets vote of confidence from Klint Kubiak after Las Vegas Raiders Week 8 win over New York Jets
In Week 8’s 31‑24 win over the New York Jets, rookie right guard Trey Zuhn III earned his first NFL start and impressed head coach Klint Kubiak, who praised Zuhn’s calmness and preparation. Zuhn logged three impact plays – tied for third among Raiders linemen and just two behind center Tyler Linderbaum – suggesting he could stick around as a starter. The Raiders also broke a four‑game rushing slump, posting 95 yards on the ground, and quarterback Kirk Cousins was sacked only once. Kubiak added updates on running‑back splits, cornerback injuries, and depth‑chart rotations as the team looks ahead to a showdown with the 49ers.
49ers rookie De'Zhaun Stribling shows progress in injury recovery
The 49ers have an encouraging update on rookie WR De'Zhaun Stribling, spotted walking without support as he works toward a December return from an ankle injury.
3 looming Warriors matchups will represent a true test of this roster's viability
The Golden State Warriors need to sustain this stretch of success through the end of November. These three matchups will serve as the true test of that.
Game Preview: Suns hit the road for rematch against Warriors
The Phoenix Suns (1-3) travel to Chase Center to face a refreshed Golden State Warriors squad (4-3) on Nov. 2 at 8 p.m. Arizona hopes to improve its league‑worst defense against Steph Curry and Draymond Green, both back from rest. After a 43‑point outing by Devin Booker in a win over a depleted Warriors team, the Suns have struggled, dropping games to Oklahoma City and Denver while allowing 120+ points per outing. Key injuries include Mark Williams (shoulder) and Drew Timme (G‑League) for Phoenix, and Moses Moody (knee) for Golden State. Coach emphasizes stopping perimeter penetration and boosting rebounding, with Collin Gillespie and Jordan Goodwin slated to start.
Do the Rams have an impressive win yet this season?
The Los Angeles Rams sit at .500 after two straight wins, but the article argues they still lack a signature victory. Their four losses came to strong opponents (49ers, Broncos, Bills, Cardinals) while the four wins were against teams with a combined 10‑19‑1 record, including a winless Chargers. The Rams’ 22‑point rout of the Giants is praised, yet critics say only a win over a top club—like the Packers on Nov. 25—would truly earn respect. Injuries remain a factor, but potential returns from Myles Garrett and Davante Adams could change the narrative.
Orioles shuffle 40-man roster as free agency period opens
The Orioles overhaul their 40-man roster as free agency opens, clearing five fringe players—including former #2 overall pick Heston Kjerstad and 2021 slugger Ryan Mountcastle—from the roster and adding four claimants: RHP Josh White (Marlins), LHP Philip Abner (Mets), C Zach Morgan (Giants) and RHP Chase Hampton (Cardinals). All four injured-list pitchers—Kyle Bradish, Ryan Helsley, Tyler O’Neill and Jordan Westburg—return to the roster. Baltimore also extends a qualifying offer to free-agent right-hander Trevor Rogers, one of eight that will likely be declined, positioning the team for a possible compensation pick. These moves have minimal impact on the projected Opening Day 2027 lineup but signal continued roster churn.
Injuries in the West Leaves Door Open for the Warriors
The Warriors' early-season surge may be boosted by a rash of Western Conference injuries. In the first two weeks, the NBA has seen Ja Morant (Portland) out for a month, Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves) sidelined for two months, and the Thunder losing three starters including Chet Holmgren. Golden State, fresh from a 0‑3 start, has already beaten the Nuggets, Timberwolves and Lakers, securing key tiebreakers that could affect playoff seeding. While Golden State still wrestles with its own injuries, the return of Jimmy Butler and Moses Moody looms, keeping the championship window ajar.
Phillies claim two off of waivers from the Giants
The Phillies announced today that they claimed infielder Brett Harris and utility infielder Shay Whitcomb off waivers from the San Francisco Giants as they fine‑tune their roster for the offseason. Catcher Garrett Stubbs elected free agency, while right‑handers Brad Keller and Caleb Kilian, plus infielder/outfielder Felix Reyes, also part ways. Whitcomb, who saw limited action with the Giants and Astros last season (/.203/.233/.336 in 122 PA), adds defensive versatility but struggles offensively. Harris, a corner‑infielder who hit .288/.399/.449 in Triple‑A last year, offers similar depth. The moves reflect Philadelphia’s push for more roster flexibility ahead of upcoming roster cuts.
Notes on Kempe, Clarke, Turcotte, Fiala, Zuccarello as Kings practice in El Segundo
Ahead of Wednesday’s showdown with San Jose, the LA Kings hold a practice in El Segundo, with coaching staff highlighting status updates for several key players. Forward Alex Kempe returns from a lower‑body injury, while defenseman Matt Clarke remains sidelined with a concussion. Prospect Jonathan Turcotte earns a recall after a strong AHL showing, and Tomas Fiala and Tyler Zuccarello are cleared for the upcoming game after recent absences. The notes outline each player's readiness and potential impact on the lineup.
Giants get down to 41 players on their 40 man roster in latest flurry of transactions
The Giants trim their roster to 41 players ahead of the 2 p.m. 40‑man deadline, shedding nine relievers and position players via waivers after a flood of IL activations and qualifying offers. Claims include relievers José Buttó and Duncan Davitt, infielders Brett Harris and Shay Whitcomb, and catcher Zach Morgan, while Joel Kuhnel and Seth Lonsway are outrighted and Tristan Beck released. Recent moves—Nate Furman’s trade, Andrew Knizner’s outright, JT Brubaker’s free agency—leave only reliever Rowan Wick and outfielder Harrison Bader as roster questions. The 40‑man list now features Logan Webb, Matt Chapman, Willy Adames and a 22‑player pitching staff.
Falcons Cut Two Edge Rushers
The Atlanta Falcons have cut two edge rushers, releasing outside linebacker Jared Ivey from the 53-man roster and practice‑squad youngster Drake Jackson on Monday, according to team site reporter Tori McElhaney. Jackson, a 2022 second‑round pick from USC who spent his rookie year with the 49ers and later signed with Washington before joining Atlanta’s practice squad, is now a free agent. Ivey’s roster status isn’t detailed, but both moves clear space for new talent as the Falcons reshape their defense ahead of the season.
Analyst Floats Trading Draymond Green for 3-Time All-Star Whose Exit Looks Imminent
Bill Simmons proposes that the Golden State Warriors trade Draymond Green’s $27 million expiring deal and Kristaps Porzingis’s $20 million contract for Sacramento’s All‑Star center Domantas Sabonis. Simmons argues Sabonis’s scoring, rebounding and elite passing would give Stephen Curry a new inside option and bolster a team that’s now 4‑3 after a 134‑114 win over Denver. While Porzingis’s future in Golden State looks doubtful, Sabonis reportedly wants out of a 0‑6 Kings squad, making the swap plausible before the trade deadline.
Brandon Aiyuk Hires Rosenhaus for NFL Return
Brandon Aiyuk has hired Drew Rosenhaus as his new agent, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, as the San Francisco 49ers wide receiver works toward an NFL return.
Mariners claim RHP Isaac Mattson, OF Grant McCray ahead of free agency opening
The Seattle Mariners add depth ahead of free‑agency day, claiming right‑hander Isaac Mattson from the Pittsburgh Pirates and outfielder Grant McCray from the San Francisco Giants. Mattson, a 31‑year‑old reliever with a 93‑96 mph fastball and solid secondary slider and changeup, brings a much‑needed upgrade to Seattle’s middle‑relief corps. McCray, a 25‑year‑old with elite speed, a strong arm and a 12% barrel rate, offers versatile defensive coverage but has struggled with contact, striking out 40% of his swings. Both retain minor‑league options through 2027, giving the Mariners flexibility as they trim the 40‑man roster.
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