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How to watch James Madison vs. Appalachian State: College Football, live stream, TV channel

James Madison, the sole 7‑0 team in the nation, heads to Appalachian State on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, for a 7 PM ET showdown on ESPN U (stream via Fubo). The Dukes, led by first‑year coach Billy Napier, aim to extend their scoring streak after a 49‑22 win over Georgia State, while the Mountaineers, under second‑year coach Dowell Loggains, look to bounce back from a 58‑10 loss in their 2025 meeting. Key players include JMU running back George Pettaway with four straight 100‑yard games and receivers Corey Scott and Cole Keller, who each have four TDs and 300+ receiving yards. The article also notes Fubo’s free‑trial streaming option.

CBS Evening News promotes viral family meal trend, ‘dump dinner’

CBS Evening News highlights the viral "dump dinner" trend, where parents ditch plates and serve spaghetti straight onto foil‑covered tables for kids to eat with their hands. The segment, aired on October 21, 2026, features clips of an Arizona dad’s pasta mess that quickly spread on social media, prompting discussion on whether the gimmick creates memorable family moments or just unnecessary mess. The Big Lead critiques the trend, noting it solves no real problem and contrasts it with traditional handheld foods.

Reds’ World Series champion dies at 63

Former Cincinnati Reds first baseman Todd Benzinger, a key member of the 1990 World Series‑winning club, dies at 63. Benzinger, who joined the Reds in 1989 and started at first base in Games 3 and 4 of the four‑game sweep of the Oakland Athletics, famously caught the final out to clinch the title. Over a nine‑year MLB career he also played for Boston, Kansas City, Los Angeles and San Francisco, posting 66 home runs and 376 RBIs in 924 games. The Reds mourn his loss and honor his role in one of franchise history’s most celebrated championships.

NFL denies C.J. Gardner-Johnson’s spitting suspension appeal

The NFL upholds C.J. Gardner‑Johnson's one‑game suspension after he was ejected for spitting on Raiders tight end Brock Bowers during the Bills' Week 6 win. The safety apologized on social media, but his appeal is denied, meaning he'll miss the Bills' upcoming Week 8 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens despite the team’s 5‑1 record and Lamar Jackson’s return. Gardner‑Johnson, a former Saints fourth‑round pick now in his sixth NFL team, remains a key defender with 26 tackles and an interception, though Buffalo’s defense ranks near the bottom in yards and scoring allowed.

Predicting ACC football scores in Week 8: Miami looks to remain unbeaten

Miami aims to stay unbeaten in ACC Week 8 as they host Pitt on Oct 17, with the Big Lead predicting a 38‑17 win despite Miami’s porous defense that gave up 35 points to Florida State. The article also forecasts Virginia Tech edging Clemson 27‑24, highlights Virginia’s 24‑21 victory over Duke, NC State beating Stanford 31‑21, and other results. With four one‑loss ACC teams also in action, the race to the conference championship stays wide open.