The Indiana Pacers were forced to finish a game against Atlanta with just six healthy players after ruling out forwards Obi Toppin and Kelly Oubre Jr., marking the fewest players used in a game since the Lakers did it in 1948. Jarace Walker logged a staggering 45 minutes as Indiana fell 108-104, with coach Rick Carlisle praising the effort of Walker, Jalen Slawson, Jay Huff, Quenton Jackson, Braden Smith and Kobe Brown. Meanwhile, the Cavs missed Peyton Watson with a hamstring issue, giving rookie Meleek Thomas a career‑high 17 points in a loss to OKC, and Bulls center Nic Claxton is edging closer to his season debut after a hamstring setback. Indiana may soon add a 15th roster spot under the cap, easing the shortage.
During Monday Night Football, Bears GM Ryan Poles was spotted on a heated phone call that lip‑readers say hinted at a "5th this year and your 7th" trade, suggesting Chicago may pursue a fifth‑round pick to add more talent before the deadline. After sacrificing 2027‑28 first‑rounders for rookie safety Jordan Simmons, the Bears are now juggling his $7.9 million cap hit and looking to free a 53‑man roster spot. With Caleb Williams in MVP form, Poles appears ready to make another low‑cost move to keep the Super Bowl window open.
Eight MLB players receive $23.15 million qualifying offers on Monday, the smallest group since the system’s inception. The list includes NY Yankees closer David Bednar, Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki, and Seattle’s Randy Arozarena, with five others—Jake Bauers, Trevor Rogers, Ryan Jeffers, Brandon Lowe and Adrian Morejón—also tagged. Players have until 4 p.m. ET on Nov. 17 to accept a one‑year, $23.15 M deal for 2027 or test free agency; a decline nets the former team a draft pick based on luxury‑tax status. Acceptance rates remain low—only 18 of 157 offers from 2012‑2025—though last year saw a record four acceptances, signaling a shift in how agents view the rising qualifying‑offer salary.
The Oklahoma City Thunder, hit hard by injuries to Jaylin Williams, Cason Wallace and Chet Holmgren, sign former Warriors G‑League wing Dalen Terry to a two‑year, likely non‑guaranteed veteran‑minimum contract, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 24‑year‑old, a 2022 first‑round pick by the Chicago Bulls, spent the summer chasing a roster spot with Golden State and was set to anchor Santa Cruz’s G‑League squad before the Thunder intervened. Terry, a 3‑and‑D prospect averaging 3.5 points in 11.2 minutes, now gets a chance to audition for a bigger NBA role.
Jeffery Simmons makes an instant splash in his Bears debut, helping Chicago crush the defending Super Bowl champs 34‑17 on Monday Night Football. Next‑Gen Stats show Seattle averaged just 3.0 yards per play when Simmons was on the field, versus 13.3 yards when he left. He recorded six tackles, a sack, three sacks and an interception during his time on the field, and coach Ben Johnson praised his disruptive presence. The win lifts the Bears to 6‑2, keeping them in contention for the NFC North crown as they head into a Week 9 showdown with the Buccaneers.
Footage shows a Black Hawk formation over Lumen Field.
Chicago Bears GM Ryan Poles trades two first‑round picks for defensive end Jeffery Simmons, who logs 48 snaps, six tackles, two TFLs, a sack and a pass breakup in a win over the Seattle Seahawks. A video shows Poles on a phone call with 4:03 left in the fourth quarter, sparking memes and speculation that he’s negotiating further moves—possibly with the winless Los Angeles Chargers about a Khalil Mack return. With the trade deadline a week away (Nov 10, 4 p.m. ET), the Bears could still reshape the roster.
LeBron James helped the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Chicago Bulls 126-107 on Nov. 2, 2026, showcasing his new‑team chemistry with a lively performance. James posted 15 points, nine assists and seven rebounds, even sipping a fan’s wine during a play. Tyrese Maxey led with 26 points and 11 assists, while Jaylen Brown added 25 points. Joel Embiid, limited by plantar fasciitis, contributed 15 points, and second‑year guard VJ Edgecombe scored a season‑high 21. The Sixers improve to 7‑1, emphasizing fun and teamwork as they build rapport on the court.
Giannis Antetokounmpo calls out his Miami Heat teammates after another defensive disaster.
The Seattle Seahawks' defense, once ranked among the league's best, collapses in the red zone as Chicago Bears score touchdowns on all four trips inside the 20-yard line, dropping Seattle to last in red‑zone stops. The Bears beat the Seahawks 34‑17, holding Seattle to just 252 total yards and a paltry 81 rushing yards. Safety Julian Love admits the unit's red‑zone efficiency is “terrible,” and coach Mike Macdonald acknowledges the failure to execute. Seattle falls to 4‑4, trailing the 49ers in the NFC West, and looks to rebound against Arizona on Sunday.
The Chicago Bears crush the Seattle Seahawks 34‑17, marking their third straight 30‑point game and the Seahawks' first loss by more than four points since Dec. 15, 2024. Rookie defensive force Jeffery Simmons leads the defense with a sack and the most tackles, helping limit Seattle to just 1‑for‑11 on third down and 3 yards per play when he’s on the field. quarterback Caleb Williams extends his NFL record to 36 games with ≤1 interception and ≥20 attempts, while the Bears dominate time of possession (35:03‑24:57) and third‑down efficiency (46.7%‑9.1%). Special teams shine as Cairo Santos is perfect on three field goals and four PATs. The win propels Chicago’s surge and showcases Simmons as the new “Jefe” of the defense.
Swift's historic performance vaults him into franchise history.
Jeffery Simmons makes a splash in his Chicago Bears debut, sacking Seattle on the fourth offensive snap of a primetime game at Lumen Field on Nov. 2, 2026. The former Titans defensive tackle records six tackles, a sack, a pass breakup and two tackles for loss, helping limit the Seahawks to just three yards per play when on the field. His performance earns a game ball and sparks talk that he could climb far above his current #83 NFL Top 100 ranking next season, while highlighting GM Mike Borgonzzi’s draft success for the Titans.
Jeffrey Simmons made a sensational debut for the Chicago Bears, sacking Seahawks QB Sam Darnold in the first quarter and finishing the half with five tackles—a rare feat for a defensive tackle. J.J. Watt explains on X that the defensive line’s simplicity allows a player like Simmons to adapt quickly, noting that technique and execution are what matter. Bears coach Ben Johnson cautions against getting ahead, emphasizing the team is still building. Caleb Williams also sent a special message to fans, adding to the buzz around Simmons’ impact just days after the trade.
Patrick Kane exits Chicago’s 5-2 loss to Colorado with an upper-body injury, sidelining the veteran forward for at least two games, coach Jeff Blashill confirms. Kane, second on the Blackhawks with nine points in 15 games and league‑leading eight assists, left in the second period after a season‑low 10:20 of ice time. Teammates Frank Nazar and captain Connor Bedard stress his importance both on and off the ice as Chicago sits 4-10-1, last in the Central. The Hawks hope for a quick return ahead of a three‑game road trip starting Wednesday in Florida.
Caleb Williams leads the Chicago Bears to a stunning 34-17 Monday Night Football win over the Seattle Seahawks, marking the first double‑digit loss the Seahawks have suffered in two seasons. Williams praised the Chicago community in an ESPN interview, while ESPN Research notes the Seahawks previously lost six games by a total of 17 points, never by more than four. Newcomer Jeffery Simmons debuts with six tackles, a sack, and big‑play pressure, fueling the Bears' momentum. The victory shatters Seattle’s streak of close contests and underscores Chicago’s rising primetime dominance.
MLB Trade Rumors’ collaborative top‑50 free‑agent list pins two players as the Cubs’ most likely hires: reliever Adrián Morejón (5‑year, $80 M) and left‑hander David Peterson (2‑year, $24 M). Morejón, a elite late‑inning arm with a 99.5 mph sinker, could even stretch into a starter role, while Peterson offers a proven left‑handed rotation piece. The article also weighs other linked names—Trevor Rogers, Freddy Peralta, Sonny Gray and Clay Holmes—but argues the Morejón‑Peterson combo presents the strongest Cubs connections amid the offseason buzz.
On Monday Night Football, the Chicago Bears stifled the Seattle Seahawks 34-17, highlighted by Caleb Williams' 80-yard, 17‑play opening TD that ate 8:32 off the clock. Williams threw 24‑for‑34 for 247 yards, a touchdown and a 101.0 passer rating, while rookie DE Jeffery Simmons limited Seattle to just 146 yards. Mid‑game, a Seahawks cheerleader was caught on camera bent over in a humorous pose as Williams celebrated, sparking social‑media jokes about the team's desperate distraction tactics. The win lifts Chicago to 6‑2 with a third straight victory.
The Seahawks fall 34-17 to the Bears in Week 8, leaving them 4-4 and under pressure in the NFC West. Quarterback Sam Darnold struggles, completing just 50% (17‑of‑34) for 188 yards, two TDs and an interception, while the offense relies heavily on Jaxon Smith‑Njigba’s six catches for 118 yards and a score. The running game sputters with Zach Charbonnet and Jadarian Price combining for only 52 yards on 16 carries. Special‑teams blunders—Rodney Thomas’s punt return touchdown and missed extra point/blocked field goal by Jason Myers—cost Seattle four points. Coach Mike Macdonald also faces criticism as Seattle’s preparation falters ahead of crucial divisional games.
Ben Johnson's Bears defeated Seattle 34-17, but Chicago's offensive control and response to adversity revealed something even bigger.
The Minnesota Twins lost right-handed reliever Eric Orze to the Chicago Cubs via a waiver claim.
After a thrilling win over the Chiefs, the Seattle Seahawks crumble in a Monday Night showdown, falling 34-17 to the Chicago Bears. The loss drops Seattle to 4-4, leaving them on the brink of missing the NFC West and possibly the playoffs. Offense sputters despite Jaxon Smith‑Njigba’s 100‑yard, TD performance; the newly acquired offensive line struggles, Sam Darnold endures constant pressure, and special teams miscues—missed PAT, blocked FG, and a botched punt—compound the defeat. Coach Mike Macdonald faces criticism as both sides of the ball look outmatched, casting doubt on the team’s postseason hopes.
Free agency opens after the NLCS, and Royals Review ranks the top 30 available players with salary forecasts. Pitcher Tarik Skubal, a back‑to‑back Cy Young winner limited by elbow surgery, tops the list; the author predicts a 9‑year, $365 million deal with the Dodgers. Other key targets include Freddy Peralta (projected 5‑year, $115 M with the Cubs), outfielder Randy Arozarena (4‑year, $108 M to Philadelphia), and outfielder Seiya Suzuki (4‑year, $104 M to Seattle). The piece also outlines potential suitors and contract outlooks amid looming labor‑rule changes.
In Week 8 of the NFC South, Tampa Bay finally snapped its slump, shutting out Atlanta 16‑0 in a rain‑soaked showdown. Baker Mayfield went 0‑3 with zero passing yards, while Bucky Irving exploded for 170 yards and a TD, and Kenneth Gainwell added 140 yards, giving the Buccaneers a two‑game winning streak before they face the Chicago Bears. The Carolina Panthers, reeling after firing their defensive coordinator, lost ground in the division race despite Bryce Young’s solid play and a strong run defense, and now must halt a slide against Denver. Atlanta’s offense sputtered, with Michael Penix throwing four interceptions in a 8‑24 passing night, leaving them vulnerable ahead of a matchup with the 5‑2 Bengals. The New Orleans Saints sit on a bye, gearing up for a rematch with Cleveland.
Former NBA guard Ben Gordon sparked alarm with an Instagram rant claiming he was broke, homeless and on suicide watch—only to reveal he was seated in an Aston Martin and mocking critics. The 43‑year‑old, a 2004 No. 3 draft pick who earned $82 million over 11 seasons with the Bulls, Pistons, Bobcats and Magic, has a troubled post‑career history, including arrests for fire‑alarm pulls, a felony robbery, and violent incidents dating back to 2017. Gordon previously disclosed severe depression and suicidal thoughts in a 2020 Players’ Tribune piece. While he appears to have avoided legal trouble for the past three years, the bizarre social‑media post underscores ongoing concerns about his mental health and financial wellbeing.