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New York City and :Pentagon mark 9/11 25th anniversary

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:04:38 GMT

Twenty-five years after the deadliest attack on US soil, Americans paused on Friday to commemorate the nearly 3,000 people killed when hijacked planes slammed

QB Cooper Rush to start for Falcons as Tua Tagovailoa declared out

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:40:23 GMT

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Veteran Cooper Rush will start at quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons in their season opener on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team announced Friday.

It was just Monday that team officials said Tua Tagovailoa would begin the season as QB1. Michael Penix Jr., the starter in 2025, continues to rehab his left knee from surgery he underwent last fall to repa

Report: Patriots WR A.J. Brown goes on IR, out at least 4 games

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:55:06 GMT

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The New England Patriots will put wide receiver A.J. Brown on injured reserve because of a high-ankle sprain sustained in a season-opening loss to the Seattle Seahawks, ESPN reported Friday.

Brown walked off the field with the injury to his right ankle on New England's opening possession of the second half in the Patriots' 13-10 road loss on Wednesday. An MRI confir

US abused post-9/11 global solidarity Lavrov

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:37:13 GMT

Washington used the tragedy as a pretext for dictating its own geopolitical agenda, the Russian foreign minister has said

The US exploited the wave of international sympathy and solidarity in the wake of the 9/11 attacks to expand its global influence, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said. He also argued that Washington's conduct during the invasion of Afghanistan served as a pattern f

Cardinals, amid 2006 title celebration, open series vs. White Sox

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:40:21 GMT

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On pace to finish a second straight season with a losing record, the St. Louis Cardinals plan on leaning into their much more successful past as the Chicago White Sox come to town Friday night to start a three-game set.

The Cardinals will celebrate their World Series championship of 2006 on Friday. Albert Pujols, Yadier Molina, Adam Wainwright, Jim Edmonds, Chris Carpenter, manage

On verge of playoff berth, Rays head home to oppose Astros

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:05:05 GMT

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Exactly one year ago, the Tampa Bay Rays were one game under .500 and one game into a 5-13 finish that would see them end up fourth in the American League East.

On Friday, the Rays would become the first major league team to clinch a playoff spot this year if they beat the Houston Astros in the opener of a three-game series in St. Petersburg, Fla.

The Rays (87-59) could hav

Pirates, Cubs headed in opposite directions ahead of 3-game set

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:19:07 GMT

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As a crucial six-game road trip through Chicago pivots to the north side of town, the Pittsburgh Pirates are feeling confident as ever.

Pittsburgh (74-73) enters the Friday series opener against the Chicago Cubs on the heels of its first road series sweep of the season.

The Pirates brushed aside the American League Central-leading Chicago White Sox again on Thursday, cappin

MLB roundup: Anthony Volpe returns with grand slam as Yankees roll

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 03:40:24 GMT

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Anthony Volpe produced an impressive return to the major leagues with three hits, including a grand slam during a six-run seventh inning, as the New York Yankees pulled away for a 10-3 victory over the visiting Colorado Rockies.

Volpe went 3-for-4 with a career-high five RBIs in his first game with New York since being supplanted at shortstop by George Lombard

TGL's new funding doubles valuation to $1B

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 03:25:04 GMT

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TMRW Sports, the parent company of TGL, is finalizing a new round of funding that will double the business' valuation to $1 billion, according to Front Office Sports.

After the Series A round, the business was valued at close to $500 million and reportedly increased to $650 million during last year's funding round.

There

Braves, Phillies prepare for pivotal divisional series in Atlanta

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 03:05:12 GMT

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The Atlanta Braves and Philadelphia Phillies will each send a veteran arm to the mound when the teams open a three-game series in Atlanta that will help decide who wins the N.L. East.

Atlanta lefty Chris Sale (14-9, 2.10) will be opposed by Philadelphia right-hander Aaron Nola (6-10, 4.76) on Friday as the two contenders meet for the final three times this season.<

Pirates blank White Sox to complete three-game road sweep

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 02:40:30 GMT

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Jared Jones pitched seven innings of one-hit ball and Oneil Cruz went 3-for-4 with a solo homer and RBI single as the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates blanked the Chicago White Sox 2-0 on Thursday to complete a three-game sweep.

Jones was dominant against the slumping American League Central leaders, spacing two walks and eight strikeouts while throwing 61 of his 90 pitches for strike

Chris Kreider becomes free agent after Ducks terminate contract

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:55:07 GMT

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The Anaheim Ducks terminated forward Chris Kreider's contract on Thursday after he went unclaimed on unconditional waivers.

Kreider, 35, is now an unrestricted free agent with league training camps set to open next week. He had one season left -- at a $6.5 million average annual value against the salary cap -- on a seven-year, $45.5 million extension he signed while wit

Mariners rally to spoil Jacob deGrom's gem, beat Rangers

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:40:28 GMT

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Julio Rodriguez hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the bottom of the seventh inning as the Seattle Mariners defeated the visiting Texas Rangers 4-3 on Thursday afternoon, taking two of three games from their American League West rivals.

Starter Logan Gilbert (12-9) pitched seven strong innings for the victory and closer Andres Munoz worked the ninth for his 27th save of the

Reports: Patriots WR A.J. Brown has high ankle sprain, out 4 weeks

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:19:03 GMT

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An MRI determined that New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown sustained a high ankle sprain Wednesday in the season opener, multiple media outlets reported Thursday night.

X-rays were negative for a fracture for the three-time Pro Bowl wideout. The Patriots reportedly feared Brown had a high ankle sprain before the MRI confirmed the severity of the injury.

Brown wal

Pirates place All-Star RHP Braxton Ashcraft on IL

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:55:13 GMT

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Right-handed pitcher Braxton Ashcraft has right arm discomfort, and the Pittsburgh Pirates sent him to the 15-day injured list on Thursday.

The Pirates recalled right-hander Antwone Kelly from Triple-A in a corresponding move.

Ashcraft has enjoyed an All-Star season, making his first career Midsummer Classic in July. The 26-year-old has compiled a 14-6 record and 3.65

SEC presidents wrap meeting without sanctions for LSU

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:40:33 GMT

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The presidents and chancellors of Southeastern Conference member institutions concluded a virtual meeting Thursday without deciding on any sanctions against LSU.

The SEC threatened LSU with outright expulsion from the league earlier this week as tensions mounted over coach Lane Kiffin's pursuit of players who were cut from NFL teams during training camp.

The conference had

DHS removes controversial "Mr Singh" deportation post; terms backlash "nonsensical drive"

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:30:15 GMT

Washington, DC [US], September 11 (ANI): The US Department of Homeland Security on Thursday (local time) removed an X post featuring a Transformers-themed cartoon confronting an Indian Sikh man with the phrase "Get off our roads, you don't know how to drive Mr. Singh" following fierce condemnation.

The deleted post portrayed a facial-haired man wearing a bandana opposite the Transformers character Optimus P

Brewers, racing toward NL Central title, seek revenge on Reds

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:55:04 GMT

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After opening a double-digit lead in the National League Central race, the Milwaukee Brewers will attempt to move closer to their fourth consecutive division title when they open a three-game series on Friday against the visiting Cincinnati Reds.

Veteran right-hander Dustin May (6-9, 4.69 ERA) starts for the Brewers, while the Reds counter with left-hander Andrew Abbott (6-10, 4

Mariners rally to spoil deGrom's gem, beat Rangers

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:05:06 GMT

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Starter Logan Gilbert (12-9) pitched seven strong innings for the victory and closer Andres Munoz worked the ninth for his 27th save of the

Stakes remain for playoff-eliminated Angels entering Nationals series

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:05:05 GMT

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Already officially eliminated from the playoff race with 16 games to go, the Los Angeles Angels may not appear to have a lot to play for as they finish up a nine-game Eastern road trip with a three-game series against the Washington Nationals beginning Friday night.

That would be wrong, however.

Los Angeles (56-90) needs to go at least 7-9 down the stretch to avoid the

Steelers pine for vintage Aaron Rodgers, Falcons face early QB crisis

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 21:19:07 GMT

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Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike McCarthy and Atlanta Falcons counterpart Kevin Stefanski fight for a winning debut Sunday as the Steelers host the Falcons in the season opener.

A connection to Pittsburgh quarterback Aaron Rodgers offers at least one common denominator between retread head coaches anxious to begin the 2026 season with a victory.

McCarthy, a native of Pittsbu

Tua Tagovailoa (oblique) added to injury report as opener draws near

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:55:14 GMT

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was added to the team's injury report on Thursday after sustaining an oblique injury during practice.

The Falcons listed Tagovailoa as a limited practice performer.

During the Thursday practice, Tagovailoa appeared to be favoring his back, multiple outlets reported.

The injury occurred in the portion of practice open to the m

Cam Smith homers in 9th to help Astros take series vs. Phillies

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:05:06 GMT

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Cam Smith hit a tiebreaking homer off Jhoan Duran in the ninth inning to lift the visiting Houston Astros to a 2-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday.

Smith homered in every game of the series, helping Houston (75-72) win two of three against Philadelphia (82-65). Cristian Javier gave up one run and three hits in six innings for the Astros, who moved 2 1/2 game

Reports: Tua Tagovailoa favoring back as opener draws near

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:55:10 GMT

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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa appeared to be favoring his back at practice Thursday, multiple outlets reported.

The injury occurred in the portion of practice open to the media. A brief snippet of video posted by 11Alive News in Atlanta showed Tagovailoa throwing a pass, then staggering to the turf while touching his back with his right hand. He quickly got back up o

Report: Pats WR A.J. Brown believed to have high-ankle sprain

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:40:24 GMT

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New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown is believed to have sustained a high-ankle sprain in Wednesday night's season opener, NFL Network reported Thursday morning.

X-rays were negative for a fracture for the three-time Pro Bowl wideout, who will have an MRI on Thursday to determine the severity of the injury.

Brown walked off the field with a right ankl

Pirates eager to brush off struggling White Sox

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 13:25:11 GMT

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Back at .500 for the first time since Aug. 3, the surging Pittsburgh Pirates will try for their first road sweep of the season when they visit the Chicago White Sox on Thursday.

Pittsburgh (73-73) has kept American League Central-leading Chicago (75-70) in a funk by striking in a variety of ways.

A five-run first inning propelled the Pirates to a 9-3 victory in

Trea Turner, Phillies aim to 'keep playing good baseball' vs. Astros

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:19:04 GMT

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With the regular season winding down, the Philadelphia Phillies could use even more hot hitting from Trea Turner.

Philadelphia hopes for another big effort from Turner on Thursday afternoon when the Houston Astros visit for the decisive contest of a three-game series.

Turner had two hits, including a home run, in a 6-5 loss to Houston on Tuesday. He went deep

Rays strive to complete sweep of Braves, secure playoff spot

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:55:09 GMT

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Nick Martinez, Tampa Bay's picture of pitching consistency, will look to help the Rays clinch a potential playoff berth on Thursday afternoon when they play the finale of a three-game series against the host Atlanta Braves.

American League East-leading Tampa Bay (87-58) has a magic number of two to punch its ticket to the postseason for the first time since 20

MLB roundup: Mets blow 8-0 lead, emerge with 15-14 win over Marlins

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:05:07 GMT

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Francisco Lindor slugged a three-run homer in a critical seventh inning and Christopher Morel went 3-for-4 with three RBIs against his former team as the New York Mets completed a three-game sweep of the host Miami Marlins with a 15-14 win on Wednesday night.

Tobias Myers got the final two outs to earn his second save of the season after the Marlins scored six of the game's final

Colts ready plan for Lamar Jackson, unpredictable Ravens

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 05:55:12 GMT

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Sunday is a massive day for the Doyles.

Declan Doyle dons the headset as Ravens offensive coordinator and calls plays for Baltimore in the opener at Indianapolis. The Colts are hoping little brother Dillon, a defensive quality control coach, is able to crack the code amid an air of unpredictability steepened by the combination of novelty and Baltimore's cheat-code quarterback.<

Pirates' bullpen pieces together strong outing to beat White Sox

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:19:08 GMT

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Esmerlyn Valdez hit a solo home run and Konnor Griffin had a two-run single to lift the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-2 victory against the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday.

Pittsburgh defeated Chicago in a bullpen game to clinch its fifth straight series victory and seventh in the past eight. Eight Pirates pitchers scattered eight hits and struck out 14.

Bruno Damiani's hat trick carries sizzling Union past FC Cincinnati

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:40:23 GMT

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Bruno Damiani scored his first MLS hat trick and the surging Philadelphia Union romped to a 5-0 victory over 10-man FC Cincinnati on Wednesday night in Chester, Pa.

Quinn Sullivan converted a penalty kick and had two assists for the Union (8-10-6, 30 points), who won their third straight in the league and improved to 7-0-2 in their past nine MLS matches. His 16-year-old brother, Ca

Patriots WR A.J. Brown exits in third quarter with right ankle injury

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:19:32 GMT

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Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown walked off the field with a right ankle injury on New England's opening possession of the second half Wednesday night at Seattle.

The Patriots announced Brown was questionable to return to the game.

Brown was targeted by a third-down pass from Drake Maye, but Seahawks nickel cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett deflected the pass to force a punt.

Kyle Schwarber blasts grand slam as Phillies beat Astros

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:19:25 GMT

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Kyle Schwarber hit a grand slam for his MLB-leading 44th home run, highlighting the Philadelphia Phillies' 11-7 victory over the visiting Houston Astros on Wednesday.

Bryce Harper and Trea Turner drove in two runs apiece for Philadelphia (82-64), which moved within 3 1/2 games of the first-place Atlanta Braves in the National League East.

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Tai Baribo, back from injury, scores twice as D.C. United down Crew

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 02:19:13 GMT

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Tai Baribo returned to the lineup and scored a first-half brace, delivering D.C. United a 2-1 victory over the Columbus Crew on Wednesday in Washington.

Louis Munteanu registered two assists for D.C. United (6-7-10, 28 points), who had won just once in their previous 11 MLS matches, going 1-3-7 over that span.

Santiago Rodriguez scored in the 49th minute for Columbus (6-13-

Eagles embrace calm, chase another 1-0 start as Commanders come calling

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:55:11 GMT

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With A.J. Brown and the 'tush push' no longer hogging headlines, the Philadelphia Eagles hope for a distraction-free start to the season on Sunday against the visiting Washington Commanders.

Of course, this is Philly, where the next controversy is always right around the corner, but for now the focus is squarely on football entering this early encounter between NFC East rivals

Bears, Panthers powered by connected past, collide in Week 1

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:19:12 GMT

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Presented with the opportunity to draft Bryce Young with the No. 1 overall pick in 2023, the Chicago Bears opted for delayed gratification.

General manager Ryan Poles found a trade partner in the Carolina Panthers, swapped the No. 1 selection and won a gamble to get Chicago back atop the 2024 draft to select Caleb Williams with the first pick.

The principals

Steelers pine for vintage Aaron Rodgers, lead off with Atlanta reboot

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:05:04 GMT

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Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike McCarthy and Atlanta Falcons counterpart Kevin Stefanski fight for a winning debut Sunday as the Steelers host the Falcons in the season opener.

A connection to Pittsburgh quarterback Aaron Rodgers offers at least one common denominator between retread head coaches anxious to begin the 2026 season with a victory.

McCarthy, a native of Pittsbu

UCF brings extended road skid into clash with Pitt, Mason Heintschel

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:19:12 GMT

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There are great starts to a season, and then there's what Pittsburgh quarterback Mason Heintschel enjoyed last week.

Heintschel threw for 453 yards, and his seven touchdown passes tied the Pitt record and set an ACC single-game mark, leading the Panthers to a 59-14 rout of Miami hio) in their season opener. Completing 31 of 41 passes, he earned Atlantic Coast Co

"We had kind of a love at first sight thing": Gwyneth Paltrow recalls romance with Brad Pitt

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:59:06 GMT

Los Angeles [US], September 9 (ANI): Actress Gwyneth Paltrow has opened up about her romance with Hollywood star Brad Pitt, recalling how a childhood crush on the actor eventually turned into a relationship and describing their first meeting as "love at first sight," according to E! News.

Paltrow revealed that her admiration for Pitt began after she watched him in the 1991 film 'Thelma & Louise'.

Braves' Reynaldo Lopez likely to return for clash vs. Rays

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:05:15 GMT

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The Atlanta Braves, in an attempt to nail down their postseason pitching plans, are expected to activate veteran Reynaldo Lopez to start the second game of a three-game series against the visiting Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday night.

Lopez (4-3, 3.64 ERA) would oppose Tampa Bay's Griffin Jax (6-10, 3.82) in a battle of right-handers.

American League East-leading

Kevin Gausman, Cubs strive to slow down Brewers

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:05:09 GMT

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The visiting Chicago Cubs will turn to veteran Kevin Gausman in a bid to avoid a sweep by the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday.

Gausman (9-11, 4.38 ERA) will be opposed by fellow right-hander Logan Henderson (9-3, 2.48) in a rematch of starters from last week's pitchers' duel.

The Brewers rallied to win 4-3 on Tuesday on rookie Luis Lara's bases-loaded single in

Angels seek rare back-to-back wins in rematch vs. Red Sox

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:55:08 GMT

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The Los Angeles Angels haven't won back-to-back games since Aug. 12-13, but they'll be seeking consecutive victories when they visit the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday.Los Angeles (55-90) beat Texas 5-2 on Aug. 12 and 7-0 on Aug. 13, but has a 7-16 record since then. The Angels beat the Red Sox 6-1 Tuesday and have a chance to win the three-game series. Boston (80-66) re

Ascending Astros take aim at Cristopher Sanchez, Phillies

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:19:05 GMT

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The Houston Astros got off to a strong start Tuesday in their three-game road series with the Philadelphia Phillies, but a new challenge awaits.

The Astros will match up against one of the top pitchers in baseball when they face left-hander Cristopher Sanchez and the Phillies on Wednesday night.

Houston (74-71) began a six-game road trip with a 6-5 victory o

Facing Pirates, White Sox RHP Davis Martin pursues elusive win

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:40:22 GMT

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Chicago White Sox right-hander Davis Martin said he felt he 'was kind of getting in front of my skis a little bit' amid extended struggles.

Martin knows the best version of himself is the one who harnesses his focus to halt hitters. That remains his aim Wednesday night as American League Central-leading Chicago continues a home series against the Pittsburgh Pirates

Jays' Kazuma Okamoto strives to continue homer surge vs. A's

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:05:04 GMT

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Kazuma Okamoto has been an immediate hit in his first season in North America and has etched his name on a formidable list of Japanese sluggers.

Okamoto has 30 homers in his rookie season and will look to go deep for the third straight contest when the Toronto Blue Jays close a three-game series against the Athletics on Wednesday afternoon at West Sacramento, Calif.

MLB roundup: Brewers pull even in ninth inning, KO Cubs in 10th

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:05:07 GMT

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Rookie Luis Lara's bases-loaded single in the 10th inning gave the Milwaukee Brewers a 4-3 comeback victory over the visiting Chicago Cubs on Tuesday.

Jackson Chourio, who finished 4-for-5, rescued the Brewers with a two-out, two-run homer in the ninth inning to tie it 3-3.

DL Hall (3-0) threw 1 2/3 scoreless

Diamondbacks top Royals in 11th for fourth straight win

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 04:19:16 GMT

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Lourdes Gurriel Jr. tripled to drive in the go-ahead run in the 11th, Ketel Marte capped a two-run inning with a sacrifice fly, and the Arizona Diamondbacks extended their winning streak to four with a 5-3, 11-inning victory over the host Kansas City Royals on Tuesday.

Gurriel split the gap in right-center with a deep fly to drive in automatic runner Ildemaro Vargas, and Marte f

Hot-hitting Pirates jump on White Sox early in win

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:40:27 GMT

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Spencer Horwitz had two hits and drove in three runs, including an RBI single in a five-run first inning, and Bubba Chandler pitched six sharp innings as the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates routed the Chicago White Sox 9-3 on Tuesday.

Every starter had at least one hit for the Pirates (72-73), who won for the seventh time in nine games to remain in the hunt for the third

Rays sock 4 home runs, roll to blowout win over Braves

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:25:06 GMT

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Freddy Peralta pitched six strong innings and the visiting Tampa Bay Rays hit four home runs en route to a 7-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday in the opener of a three-game series featuring division leaders.

Tampa Bay (86-58) won for the third time in four games to maintain a four-game edge over the New York Yankees (82-62) in the American League East. Atl

Astros withstand rally for narrow road victory vs. Phillies

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:19:12 GMT

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Christian Walker hit an early three-run homer and the visiting Houston Astros held on for a 6-5 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday.

Philadelphia (81-64) rallied from a 5-0 deficit to get within 6-5 on Edmundo Sosa's ninth-inning RBI double against Josh Hader. However, the Houston closer recovered to get the next three hitters, including Kyle Schwarber on

LAFC, Red Bull New York look to end winless droughts

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 01:25:04 GMT

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Los Angeles Football Club and Red Bull New York will both seek their first league wins in more than a month when they meet Wednesday night in Southern California.

For LAFC manager Marc Dos Santos, the midweek tilt could represent a first chance to lean on some of the midseason additions made by club president and general manager John Thorrington.

In total, Thor

No. 24 Louisville in tricky spot with short week against tough Villanova team

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 01:19:15 GMT

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The 24th-ranked Louisville Cardinals have a short week ahead of them as they seek their first win of the season. Coach Jeff Brohm's team opens the home portion of its schedule Friday night with a game against Villanova.

Louisville (0-1) stayed in the polls despite losing to No. 9 Ole Miss 41-38 on a game-ending field goal Sunday night. The Cardinals rallied from a

Struggling Montreal eyes late playoff push with Charlotte on tap

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:25:09 GMT

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It has been another season of struggles for CF Montreal, but the club isn't completely out of the playoff mix with 11 games remaining in the MLS season.

Montreal, which has missed the playoffs six of the last nine seasons, will aim to find the urgency necessary to keep its postseason hopes alive when it hosts Charlotte FC on Wednesday.

'There are two options for

Soaring Union aim to extend FC Cincinnati's road foibles

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:19:14 GMT

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The surging Philadelphia Union will try to continue their playoff push Wednesday night as they host an FC Cincinnati side that has struggled uncharacteristically on the road.

The Union (7-10-6, 27 points) are unbeaten in league play since their return from the World Cup break, propelled by increased production from talented 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan.

The attacki

Orlando City, Atlanta United meet with playoff dreams still alive

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 23:55:19 GMT

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With two months remaining in the regular season, both Orlando City SC and Atlanta United believe that they are well-suited for a stretch run into the playoffs.

Wednesday's meeting in Atlanta could play a major part in accomplishing that goal for each side.

Orlando (8-11-4, 28 points) currently sits in the No. 8 spot in the Eastern Conference standings -- one p

SEC schedules vote on ousting LSU from conference

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:05:12 GMT

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The SEC filed an amended complaint Tuesday morning in its lawsuit against Louisiana State University, head football coach Lane Kiffin and school officials with the conference seeking authority to expel LSU.

The filing in the U.S. District Court of the Northern District of Alabama outlines a meeting of presidents and chancellors scheduled for Thursday to decide whethe

2-time Super Bowl champ Brandon Graham retires

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:55:19 GMT

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Two-time Super Bowl champion Brandon Graham announced his retirement on Tuesday after 16 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles.

The 38-year-old defensive end appeared in more games than anyone in franchise history -- 228, including the playoffs -- and ranks third in team annals with 79.5 sacks.

'I'm officially done. Y'all hearing it from me first,' he told at

Jerry Jones: Cowboys have 'serious' financial room to make trade

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:40:30 GMT

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Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones says his team is in a strong financial position to make a trade if needed.

Dallas created about $19 million in salary cap room this offseason by restructuring the contracts of defensive tackle Kenny Clark, cornerback DaRon Bland and tight end Jake Ferguson.

'That does show that we have really viable, serious room fina

76ers, Flyers unveil new renderings of arena on former Spectrum site

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:55:06 GMT

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The 76ers and Flyers on Tuesday unveiled exterior renderings of their new arena on the former Spectrum site in South Philadelphia.

The arena -- located next to where Xfinity Mobile Arena currently sits -- is scheduled to open in 2030, when Philadelphia's expansion WNBA team will begin play.

Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment, which

Cardinals, sinking in NL wild-card chase, face must-win game vs. Giants

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:05:05 GMT

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Another game farther back in the National League wild-card race, the St. Louis Cardinals get a chance to avenge a tough series-opening loss with a rematch against the host San Francisco Giants on Tuesday night.

The Cardinals rallied from a ninth-inning deficit, took a 10th-inning lead and allowed an 11th-inning walk-off in a stinging 5-4 defeat in San Francisco on Mon

Astros, atop AL West despite offensive slowdown, open series vs. Phils

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 09:19:04 GMT

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The Houston Astros will look to get more out of their bats when they kick off a six-game road trip on Tuesday with the opener of a three-game series against the Philadelphia Phillies.

The Astros' offense has slowed over the past month, scoring three runs or fewer in 18 of 31 games since the trade deadline on Aug. 3, including five of six games this month.

49ers defensive end Nick Bosa 'going to play' vs. Rams

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 03:40:21 GMT

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San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa will play against the Los Angeles Rams in the teams' season opener on Thursday (U.S. time) in Melbourne, Australia.

Meeting with the media on Monday (U.S. time) in Melbourne, 49ers defensive coordinator Raheem Morris said, 'Nick Bosa is going to play. We're not trying to hide that.'

Bosa, 28, returned to full team

MLB roundup: Jesus Luzardo blanks Braves as Phillies earn series split

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 02:40:33 GMT

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Jesus Luzardo threw his first career complete game and Kyle Schwarber delivered the game's only run with his major-league-leading 43rd homer to help the Philadelphia Phillies beat the visiting Atlanta Braves 1-0 on Monday.

Luzardo (14-5) logged 12 strikeouts while holding Atlanta to just two hits and one walk while throwing 109 pitches to help the Phillies split th

Padres starter Nick Pivetta has strong return from IL vs. Nats

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 01:55:06 GMT

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Padres Opening Day starter Nick Pivetta took the mound for the first time in nearly five months when San Diego hosted the Washington Nationals on Monday.

The Padres activated the right-handed Pivetta off the 60-day injured list on Monday after he recovered from an elbow flexor strain in his pitching arm.

Pivetta went 0-0 with a 3.38 ERA in three rehab appearanc

White Sox aiming to pad division lead as Pirates pay a visit

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 21:40:20 GMT

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The American League Central-leading Chicago White Sox keep accumulating key victories while finding different ways to win.

Chicago (75-68) enters Tuesday's visit from the Pittsburgh Pirates after a weekend series victory against Minnesota, capped by a 10-1 rout on Sunday.

Five White Sox pitchers limited the Twins to four hits while four Chicago batters had mu

Padres Opening Day starter Nick Pivetta back in action vs. Nationals

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 20:55:06 GMT

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Padres Opening Day starter Nick Pivetta will take the mound for the first time in nearly five months when San Diego hosts the Washington Nationals on Monday.

The Padres activated the right-handed Pivetta off the 60-day injured list on Monday after he recovered from an elbow flexor strain in his pitching arm.

Pivetta went 0-0 with a 3.38 ERA in three rehab appea

Jesus Luzardo's first complete game helps Phillies earn split vs. Braves

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:25:13 GMT

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Jesus Luzardo threw his first career complete game and Kyle Schwarber delivered the game's only run with his major league-leading 43rd homer to help the Philadelphia Phillies beat the visiting Atlanta Braves 1-0 Monday afternoon.

Luzardo (14-5) logged 12 strikeouts while holding Atlanta to just two hits and one walk over nine innings and 109 pitches to help the Phi

Mauricio Pochettino's goal: Keep USMNT drama to a minimum

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 19:19:18 GMT

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United States men's national team head coach Mauricio Pochettino is ready to get his squad together for training camp ahead of a cluster of friendlies into October, while starting the road toward a spot in the 2030 World Cup.

The USMNT's 2026 World Cup run, on home soil no less, was filled with promise, hope and ultimately disappointment as the squad failed to reach

Report: Giants signing veteran DL Dean Lowry

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 15:05:04 GMT

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The New York Giants are signing defensive lineman Dean Lowry to their practice squad, ESPN reported Monday.

The 32-year-old veteran was released by the Pittsburgh Steelers as part of their 53-man roster cuts on Aug. 30.

Lowry missed the entire 2025 season after tearing an ACL during Pittsburgh's training camp.

He has 16.5 sacks, five fumble recoveries a

Tua Tagovailoa to start Week 1 for Falcons

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 14:19:08 GMT

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The Atlanta Falcons will start Tua Tagovailoa in the season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.

He will be the sixth different Week 1 starter for the Falcons in six seasons.

Tagovailoa, 28, got the Week 1 nod over the 2025 starter, Michael Penix Jr., who tore an ACL last November and was not cleared for full practice until the final week of traini

Brewers, Cubs set for critical NL Central matchup

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:25:13 GMT

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The Milwaukee Brewers will turn to left-hander Robert Gasser as they look to protect their National League Central lead over the visiting Chicago Cubs on Monday in the opener of a crucial three-game series.

Gasser (4-5, 4.57 ERA) will be opposed by left-hander Matthew Boyd (8-3, 4.05) in a rematch of last Tuesday's start in Chicago. The Brewers overcame a 3-0 deficit

Surging Red Sox return home to face skidding Angels

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 07:05:04 GMT

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The Boston Red Sox made a quick exit from Baltimore and look to keep up their winning ways in a three-game series against the visiting Los Angeles Angels beginning on Monday afternoon.

The Red Sox (79-65) just pulled off a four-game sweep of the Orioles, pitching back-to-back shutouts before capping the series with a 3-1 win Sunday.

After Ranger Suarez and

Reports: Former Bears FB Matt Suhey of Super Bowl title team dies at 68

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:55:14 GMT

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Former Chicago Bears fullback Matt Suhey, a starter on the Super Bowl championship team in the 1985 season, has died at age 68, according to multiple reports on Sunday.

The Chicago Sun-Times reported that the team confirmed Suhey died on Sunday.

Chicago selected him in the second round of the 1980 NFL Draft out of Penn State, where he also was a standout player

Ronald Acuna Jr.'s heroics have Braves on brink of big series win at Phillies

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 05:05:02 GMT

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In a back-and-forth series between National League East contenders, the Atlanta Braves threw the most recent punch.The Philadelphia Phillies hope to punch back Monday when they conclude their four-game home series against the first-place Braves.Atlanta won Friday's opener 5-2 before Philadelphia bounced back with a 4-2 victory in Saturday's affair. The Phillies then loo

Ernest Harden Jr. Wins first Emmy for 'The Pitt', dedicates award to Bette Davis

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 04:31:56 GMT

Los Angeles [US], September 7 (ANI): Actor Ernest Harden Jr. won his first Emmy at the 2026 Emmys for his performance as alcoholic patient Louie Cloverfield in HBO Max's medical drama series 'The Pitt', dedicating the award to late actor Bette Davis, according to Deadline.

Harden Jr., 73, received his first-ever Emmy nomination for the role and converted it into a win in the Outstanding Guest Actor in a Dra

MLB roundup: Guardians work another walk-off win over Tigers

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 02:19:03 GMT

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Daniel Schneemann singled home automatic runner Angel Genao in the 10th inning, giving the Cleveland Guardians a 3-2 win over the visiting Detroit Tigers on Sunday afternoon.

Patrick Bailey led off the inning with a single up the middle off Kyle Finnegan (3-1) before Schneemann lined a 1-0 splitter into right field to give the Guardians their third walk-off win in the

Paul Skenes halts winless stretch as Pirates blank Angels

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:40:36 GMT

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Paul Skenes allowed four hits over 5 1/3 shutout innings and Henry Davis homered for the lone run of the game as the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the visiting Los Angeles Angels 1-0 in the rubber game of their three-game series on Sunday afternoon.Brandon Lowe added two hits for Pittsburgh (71-73), which won its fourth straight series despite scoring just one run in all t

Ronald Acuna Jr. (3-run HR), Braves rally late to upend Phillies

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 20:19:07 GMT

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Ronald Acuna Jr. crushed a three-run homer in the eighth inning and Austin Riley delivered a go-ahead triple in the ninth as the visiting Atlanta Braves rallied past the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 on Sunday.The late fireworks overshadowed a pitchers' duel between Philadelphia's Aaron Nola and Atlanta's Tyler Mahle. Nola gave up one run and four hits over seven innings, w

Diamondbacks DFA veteran OF Max Kepler

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 19:40:29 GMT

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Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Max Kepler was designated for assignment while catcher Adrian Del Castillo was recalled from Triple-A Reno on Sunday.

Kepler, 33, signed a free agent deal with the Diamondbacks on June 7 and batted .205 with two home runs and 15 RBIs in 41 games for Arizona.

A veteran of 12 MLB seasons, Kepler is a career .234 hitter with 181

Watch live: New York marks 25 years since 9/11 attacks

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:47:42 GMT

Twenty-five years after thedeadliest attack on US soil, Americans paused on Friday to commemorate the nearly 3,000 people killed when hijacked planes slammed into the World Trade Center, thePentagonand a field in Pennsylvania and to wrestle with the consequences of September 11 thatreverberate to this day.

Read more9/11 then and now: Do September 2001 attacks still shape our world?

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New York marks 25 years since 9/11 attacks

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:47:42 GMT

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'That's why we fight': The US marks 25 years since 9/11 attacks

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 01:47:42 GMT

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PA data center regulations aim to protect farmland, water, communities

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:45:19 GMT

With growing concern about data centers affecting communities and water resources connected to the Chesapeake Bay, clean water advocates said Gov. Josh Shapiro's new executive order brings needed transparency and accountability.

It requi

PA leaders urge heat protections for environmental justice communities

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 23:01:50 GMT

Western Pennsylvania elected officials are urging action to help environmental justice communities mitigate the effects of extreme heat fueled by fossil fuel pollution.

Pittsburgh recently experienced at least eight days of high temperatures, putting residents at risk of overheating.

Fred Quinn III, a former member of the Swissvale Boroug

Wilkes-Barre healthcare workers gather for Labor Day celebration

Sun, 06 Sep 2026 23:06:11 GMT

As people gather to celebrate Labor Day, union members on the front lines of healthcare are being recognized for their contributions and the role unions play in supporting caregivers.

More than 45,000 workers are members of SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania.

Beth Gilbert, voting and elections manager for the nonprofit

Almost showtime for reconfigured O-line

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:15:19 GMT

Brian Batko

Even when he's just discussing offensive line play or the technique of a right guard, James Campen can't resist bouncing on his toes and making contact with the person next to him.

The Steelers' offensive line coach isn't always that animated. He's actually rather mild-mannered. But when you get him going on his area of expertise, he has boundless energy at 62. He's liable to pass off a stunt wi

Falcons Game QB Tua Tagovailoa ruled out of Sunday's game

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:39:05 GMT

The veteran quarterback has an oblique injury.

Tori McElhaney

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa did not participate in practice Friday after being limited in Thursday's practice with an oblique injury. He has officially been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Below is the full injury and game report for the Falcons.

Injury Report Friday, Sept. 11

What to Watch For | Buccaneers vs. Bengals Week 1

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:30:10 GMT

Jordan Spagnolli

The Bengals open the 2026 regular season on Sunday when they host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Paycor Stadium. The game kicks off at 1 p.m. and will be broadcast on FOX (Cincinnatis channel 19). Here is what to watch for:

Defensive Line Debuts

Among the most notable areas of improvement on the Bengals' roster this offseason was the defensive line, where Cincinnati ad

Turning the Corner: Dallas Turner Ready for Increased Role

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:45:01 GMT

Rob Kleifield

EAGAN, Minn.Training Camp is over, but Dallas Turner is working as hard as ever.

With Week 1 on his mind, he was one of the last Vikings to leave the field after a recent practice. Sweat beads drenched his 6-foot-3, 247-pound frame that is built perfectly for one thing above all: rushing the quarterback.

Turner stayed late after this session to run wind sprints with youn

Jalen McMillan, Sean Tucker Doubtful to Play in Cincinnati | Updates

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Keep informed with our daily updates: News, notes and more throughout the month of September

byScott Smith&Brianna Dix

Jalen McMillan#11 WRHeight: 6-1Weight: 192 lbsCollege: Washington

September 11 Updates

The Buccaneers apparently will not fully rule out any players on their first Friday injury report of the 2026 season, but it does appear as if two offensive contributors will b

NFL Expert Picks: Who will win in Week 1, Falcons or Steelers

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:34:43 GMT

The Falcons begin their 2026 season on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers. See who the experts predict to win

Will McFadden

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. The Atlanta Falcons will take on the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday to kick off their 2026 regular season.

It's a matchup that holds a lot of intrigue because of the combination of continuity and novelty on both sides, and it's one that much of the coun

Settled at center, Sean Rhyan feeling new level of anticipation

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:34:29 GMT

Packers starting center excited for challenge Vikings present

Wes Hodkiewicz

GREEN BAY The Packers are just two days from the start of their 2026 season and there may be nobody in Green Bay's locker room more amped up thanSean Rhyan.

Six months ago today, the fifth-year veteran signed a new contract with the team that drafted him in the third round out of UCLA in 2022, and Rhyan's been champing at t

25 years later, Philadelphia turns tragedy into day of service

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:12:34 GMT

The Eagles helped host one of the largest 9/11 National Day of Service events in the country, giving back to the community to honor those who lost their lives 25 years ago.

PhiladelphiaEagles.com

As part of 9/11 Day's national"UNIITE For Good"initiative, the Philadelphia Eagles hosted a large-scale meal-packing event at Lincoln Financial Fieldfor afifth straightyear.More than2,200volunteers from localcorp

Community Corner: A wish and a smile

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:35:00 GMT

Teresa VarleyFriday, September 11A wish and a smile:Friday was a special day for Levi Joyner, a young Steelers fan who spent the day smiling from ear to ear.Joyner was the guest of the Steelers and the Make-A-Wish Foundation at practice at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex on Friday.Joyner, a 12-year-old from Florida, was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Seeing the Steelers has been a dream for him."I've liked the

Community Corner: Honoring and remembering

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:15:00 GMT

Teresa VarleyFriday, September 11Honoring and remembering:The Steelers joined other NFL teams, corporations, community groups and individuals across the country on Friday and honored and remembered the 25th Anniversary of the attacks of September 11, working with the non-profit 9/11 Day for the single largest day of giving back in American history.9/11 Day was instrumental in establishing September 11 as a National Day of

Geno Smith, Jets Players Near Statistical Milestones This Season

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:10:00 GMT

Garrett Wilson Yardage on Offense, Tackles & Takeaways on Defense, Returns & Service on Specials

Randy Lange

Geno Smithhit the nail on the head when he said this week of the NFL's most important statistic:

"It starts with wins and ends with wins. That's all that matters in this league."

Yet within those games, and within all the games between the start and the finish, there are opportu

Through tragedy, a bond was formed

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Teresa Varley

Today marks the somber 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks.

On this day in 2001, hijacked passenger jets hit the World Trade Center towers in New York City and the Pentagon in Washington, D.C.

Another plane, Flight 93, was taken over by heroic passengers and crashed in a field in Shanksville, Pa., about 80 miles from Pittsburgh, before it could reach a reported target in Washi

Updates: Schoonmaker DNP at Thursday practice

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT

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Sept. 10

Luke Schoonmaker#86 TEHeight: 6-5Weight: 250 lbsCollege: Michigan

4:00 p.m. --Cowboys TE Luke Schoonmaker was the only addition to Thursday's Cowboys-Giants practice report, where he did not participate for a non-injury related personal reason.

Cowboys OL Ajani Cornelius (knee) remained limited, and DT Jonathan Bullard (groin) was once again a full particip