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Illinois Coach Bret Bielema Makes Statement on Defensive Play-Caller Job
Illinois coach Bret Bielema has led his team to a 3-3 season so far, 1-2 in the Big Ten, amid a bye week leading up to an Oct. 24 game at home against the Oregon Ducks. Bielema attempted to get creative this past offseason, signing former University of Montana head coach Bobby Hauck to become his defensive coordinator, an experiment that didn't quite pan out. Hauck resigned from his post on September 27, 2026, giving Bielema a new problem to solve as the season began to heat up.
Bret Bielema Details Katin Houser-Michael Clayton Mentorship Dynamic
Coach Bret Bielema's Illinois Fighting Illini are enjoying a bye week this week with their next game scheduled for October 24 against coach Dan Lanning's 3-2 Oregon Ducks. The game looks daunting because of the opponent, and because of Illinois starting quarterback Katin Houser's broken hand injury that is expected to keep him out 4-6 weeks, including Oct. 24's game. True freshman Michael Clayton from Orlando, Fla.
Phil Jackson Details How He Convinced Michael Jordan to Sacrifice Scoring for Team Success
Phil Jackson Details How He Convinced Michael Jordan to Sacrifice Scoring for Team Success
Phil Jackson Details How He Convinced Michael Jordan to Sacrifice Scoring for Team Success
The Chicago Bulls won six NBA championships during former coach Phil Jackson and former shooting guard Michael Jordan's time with the team, starting with the 1991 NBA Finals against Magic Johnson and James Worthy's Los Angeles Lakers. The 1991 playoffs included a four-game sweep of the arch-rival Detroit Pistons that showcased Jackson and Jordan's team at their best, more physical and team-oriented after years of competing.
Illinois Will Miss Katin Houser — One of 2026's Best Big Ten QBs
Coach Bret Bielema's Illinois Fighting Illini are currently in a bye week leading up to Oct. 24's home game against coach Dan Lanning's Oregon Ducks and will be without starting QB Katin Houser when they take the field at Gies Memorial Stadium. Houser has played like one of the Big Ten's best quarterbacks so far in 2026 and will be replaced by Michael Clayton, who passed for 88 yards and two touchdowns in a 38-37 overtime win over the Michigan State Spartans in East Lansing, Mich.
Starting Defensive Back Expected to Return for Northwestern's Game at Michigan State
Saturday, Oct. 17's noon ET Northwestern at Michigan State game will feature former Michigan State QB Aidan Chiles and the Wildcats against former Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald and the Spartans, among other exciting storylines. The game will provide a showcase for Chiles and Michigan State QB Alesio Milivojevic, who played some of his best football of the season against Illinois last week (22-of-26 passing for 196 yards and two touchdowns).
Caleb Wilson Outlines Where He Must Improve as Bulls Preseason Nears its End
Caleb Wilson Outlines Where He Must Improve as Bulls Preseason Nears its End
Caleb Wilson Outlines Where He Must Improve as Bulls Preseason Nears its End
Coach Tiago Splitter's Chicago Bulls wrapped up Game 4 of their five-game preseason schedule Wednesday night with a 125-104 win over the Milwaukee Bucks at Forum in Milwaukee, Wis., which included 10 points and four rebounds from first round pick Caleb Wilson. Wilson's might was punctuated with a pair of highlight-reel slam dunks including one off a lob from point guard Josh Giddey that showed his All-Star potential.
Illinois' David Mirkovic One of 2 B1G Players on Preseason All-America Team
The Illinois Fighting Illini men's basketball team is preparing for its exhibition game against the Cincinnati Bearcats on Saturday, Oct. 17, leading up to the regular season opener against Fairleigh Dickinson on Nov. 2. Star forward David Mirkovic's potential status for that game was updated recently, giving Brad Underwood and his team hope for a full starting lineup against the Knights.
Illinois' David Mirkovic One of 2 B1G Players on Preseason All-America Team
Illinois' David Mirkovic One of 2 B1G Players on Preseason All-America Team
A Downward Downtown Tipping Point?
After decades of hard-won progress throughout downtown Eau Claire, the mood has shifted as a wave of high-profile closures and new challenges test its resilience. But what happens next depends on all of us. There have been a handful of moments over the last couple decades when downtown Eau Claire has seemed to reach some kind of tipping point. Usually, I’ve written about those moments with excitement.
Former Eagles star Asante Samuel calls out Nick Sirianni, Sean Mannion for conservative playcalling
Former Eagles star Asante Samuel calls out Nick Sirianni, Sean Mannion for conservative playcalling appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni received plenty of blame after dropping a 19-17 road game to the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 5.
3 Dodgers most to blame for Game 2 loss to Brewers
3 Dodgers most to blame for Game 2 loss to Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here The Los Angeles Dodgers lost Game 2 of the NLCS in Milwaukee by a score of 7-4 on a day that included a key game-changing moment, as shared by Dave Roberts . Starting Dodgers hurler Yoshinobu Yamamoto left the game early , which Roberts also broke down afterward.
Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto hits unfortunate low note seen since 2025 in loss to Brewers
Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto hits unfortunate low note seen since 2025 in loss to Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here The Los Angeles Dodgers Dave Roberts decided to pull Yoshinobu Yamamoto early in Game 2 of the NLCS, causing him to explain his reasoning afterward.
NFL week 6 fantasy football drop list
NFL Week 6 Fantasy Football drop list appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here Week 5 of the 2026 NFL season brought more surprises and plenty of disappointment for fantasy football owners as few things went according to plan, including in Foxborough, Massachusetts as Kirk Cousins was benched in a blowout loss .
Rams' Matthew Stafford shows off Davante Adams connection with MNF touchdown
Rams' Matthew Stafford shows off Davante Adams connection with MNF touchdown appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here Coach Sean McVay's Los Angeles Rams took on the Buffalo Bills in Week 5 action as Aaron Donald got his first sack since his return, which was wiped out by a penalty Donald returned to a relatively healthy Rams lineup that included a big play from veterans Matthew Stafford and Davante Adams.
Another James Cook fumble has Bills fans heated
Another James Cook fumble has Bills fans heated appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here Coach Joe Brady's Buffalo Bills headed to Los Angeles to face Matthew Stafford's Rams and got a big James Cook touchdown run that showcased his amazing speed. Cook's team held a five-point lead late in the third quarter as a key Bills offensive lineman went down with an injury.
Video shows Rams’ Alaric Jackson punching Bills’ Bradley Chubb after MNF
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Bills' Joe Brady gets real on Buffalo's passing struggles vs. Rams on MNF
Bills' Joe Brady gets real on Buffalo's passing struggles vs. Rams on MNF appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here Buffalo beat the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football, causing Josh Allen to describe how happy the win made him after. A blocked field goal on Harrison Mevis of the Rams helped Brady's bunch stave off a comeback, leading to a game-winning field goal.
3 Rams to blame for heartbreaking Week 5 MNF loss to Bills
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Video shows Rams’ Alaric Jackson punching Bills’ Bradley Chubb after MNF
Video shows Rams' Alaric Jackson punching Bills' Bradley Chubb after MNF appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Los Angeles Rams dropped a 37-34 game at home to the Buffalo Bills that included finger-pointing at the offensive line. Coach Sean McVay described one thing that made him "pissed" amid a wild postgame environment that included a punch thrown by Rams lineman Alaric Jackson.
Bills’ Joe Brady gets real on Buffalo’s passing struggles vs. Rams on MNF
Bills’ Joe Brady gets real on Buffalo’s passing struggles vs. Rams on MNF Bills' Joe Brady gets real on Buffalo's passing struggles vs. Rams on MNF appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Buffalo beat the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football, causing Josh Allen to describe how happy the win made him after. A blocked field goal on Harrison Mevis of the Rams helped Brady's bunch stave off a comeback, leading to a game-winning field goal.
Bills’ Bradley Chubb speaks up on wild scuffle after defeating the Rams Original
Coach Joe Brady's Buffalo Bills survived a wild night in Los Angeles that included an Alaric Jackson punch on Bradley Chubb. Brady's team won 37-34, but it wasn't all a bed of roses as Brady commented on a subpar passing night and Chubb described the wild scene that unfolded. The Bills OLB's comments were shared by California Post Sports during which he attempted to play it cool. “Just emotions, you know what I mean, emotional game.
Rams’ Sean McVay hints on plan after special teams disaster vs. Bills Original
Sean McVay's Rams lost 37-34 against Buffalo on a night when lineman Alaric Jackson punched a Bills linebacker. Rams lineman Steve Avila spoke out on what his team must do moving forward, as did McVay. McVay hinted at potentially big changes after the loss as told by ESPN's Sarah Barshop. “Sean McVay said postgame he will be evaluating ‘everything' about the kicking unit,” Barshop wrote.
3 Rams to blame for heartbreaking Week 5 MNF loss to Bills
3 Rams to blame for heartbreaking Week 5 MNF loss to Bills appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Los Angeles Rams fell to 2-3 on the season after a heartbreaking loss at SoFi Stadium to the Buffalo Bills, despite a history-making Puka Nacua performance. An ultra-clutch Kyren Williams touchdown and an Aaron Donald fumble recovery in overtime gave the Rams a chance at the winning field goal, but it was blocked, leading to a Bills game-winner.
Video shows Rams’ Alaric Jackson punching Bills’ Bradley Chubb after MNF
The Los Angeles Rams dropped a 37-34 game at home to the Buffalo Bills that included finger-pointing at the offensive line. Coach Sean McVay described one thing that made him “pissed” amid a wild postgame environment that included a punch thrown by Rams lineman Alaric Jackson. Video showed Jackson walking after Bills linebacker Bradley Chubb and blasting him in the face with a big right-hand shot. Alaric Jackson threw a punch at Bradley Chubb after Bills-Rams.
Bills Fans come down hard on James Cook after brutal OT turnover vs. Rams
Bills Fans come down hard on James Cook after brutal OT turnover vs. Rams Bills Fans come down hard on James Cook after brutal OT turnover vs. Rams appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Buffalo Bills headed to Los Angeles to face the Rams resulting in a high scoring game and a midgame James Cook fumble that had fans fuming. The Bills got a late TD from Josh Allen but Cook's next mistake would prove to be a costly one.
Bills’ Joe Brady gets real on Buffalo’s passing struggles vs. Rams on MNF
Buffalo beat the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football, causing Josh Allen to describe how happy the win made him after. A blocked field goal on Harrison Mevis of the Rams helped Brady's bunch stave off a comeback, leading to a game-winning field goal. The game wasn't one of Allen's best efforts passing-wise, but he tore the Rams up on the ground en route to over 100 yards rushing, which caused Brady to make an honest comment afterward as told by Jonathan Acosta of WGRZ Sports in Buffalo.
Bills Fans come down hard on James Cook after brutal OT turnover vs. Rams
The Buffalo Bills headed to Los Angeles to face the Rams resulting in a high scoring game and a midgame James Cook fumble that had fans fuming. The Bills got a late TD from Josh Allen but Cook’s next mistake would prove to be a costly one. Cook’s encore performance was worse as he coughed it up again leading to an Aaron Donald recovery. Fans reacted with gusto in the comments section. “I’m absolutely gutted,” one said.
3 Rams to blame for heartbreaking Week 5 MNF loss to Bills
The Los Angeles Rams fell to 2-3 on the season after a heartbreaking loss at SoFi Stadium to the Buffalo Bills that came amid a history-making Puka Nacua performance. An ultra-clutch Kyren Williams TD and an Aaron Donald fumble recovery in overtime gave the Rams a chance at the winning field goal but it was blocked, leading to a Bills game-winner. The bottom line result was a 37-34 Bills overtime victory that had Rams fans shaking their heads and some wondering where blame should be assigned.
Rams’ Puka Nacua passes Julio Jones on all-time list amid MNF vs. Bills
Rams' Puka Nacua passes Julio Jones on all-time list amid MNF vs. Bills appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Los Angeles Rams battled the Buffalo Bills late in the fourth quarter in hopes of tying the game up late, with Puka Nacua living up to his top fantasy billing for Week 5. Nacua had 15 catches for 112 yards and one touchdown as of the end of regulation, on a day when Davante Adams also looked impressive.
Bills Fans come down hard on James Cook after brutal OT turnover vs. Rams
The Buffalo Bills headed to Los Angeles to face the Rams resulting in a high scoring game and a midgame James Cook fumble that had fans fuming. The Bills got a late TD from Josh Allen but Cook's next mistake would prove to be a costly one. Cook's encore performance was worse as he coughed it up again leading to an Aaron Donald recovery. Fans reacted with gusto in the comments section. “I'm absolutely gutted,” one said.
Another James Cook fumble has Bills fans heated
Another James Cook fumble has Bills fans heated Another James Cook fumble has Bills fans heated appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Coach Joe Brady's Buffalo Bills headed to Los Angeles to face Matthew Stafford's Rams and got a big James Cook touchdown run that showcased his amazing speed. Cook's team held a five-point lead late in the third quarter as a key Bills offensive lineman went down with an injury.
Another James Cook fumble has Bills fans heated
The Bills got the ball back after a ruling that had social media readers perplexed, considering that the Rams appeared to recover it. Fans also took Cook to task for the fumble even though the Bills didn’t lose possession. “There’s your James Cook fumble for the evening. Always good for one or two of those a game. You’d think he’d figure out a way to secure the ball that works for him after this many years,” one fan said.
Rams’ Puka Nacua passes Julio Jones on all-time list amid MNF vs. Bills
The Los Angeles Rams battled the Buffalo Bills late in the fourth quarter in hopes of tying the game up late, with Puka Nacua living up to his top fantasy billing for Week 5. Nacua had 15 catches for 112 yards and one touchdown as of the end of regulation, on a day when Davante Adams also looked impressive. Nacua passed Julio Jones with his big performance on Monday Night Football as fans watched on.
3 Dodgers most to blame for Game 2 loss to Brewers
3 Dodgers most to blame for Game 2 loss to Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Los Angeles Dodgers lost Game 2 of the NCLS in Milwaukee by a score of 7-4 on a day that included a key game-changing moment, as shared by Dave Roberts. Starting Dodgers hurler Yoshinobu Yamamoto left the game early, which Roberts also broke down afterward.
Packers work out ex-Patriots DT after losing Javon Hargrave for the season Original
The Green Bay Packers blew out the Bears in Week 5 action that had media including Mina Kimes sharing Jordan Love's latest secret. The Packers have issues in the trenches including on defense with the latest Micah Parsons update and Javon Hargrave's season-ending injury. Coach Matt LaFleur's team has gotten proactive in fixing the situation according to NFL insider Jordan Schulz, who revealed the newest potential Packer.
3 Dodgers most to blame for Game 2 loss to Brewers
The Los Angeles Dodgers lost Game 2 of the NCLS in Milwaukee by a score of 7-4 on a day that included a key game-changing moment, as shared by Dave Roberts. Starting Dodgers hurler Yoshinobu Yamamoto left the game early, which Roberts also broke down afterward. Roberts had a hard time believing the way things went down in Milwaukee, but for manager Pat Murphy and the Dodgers, it went exactly the way the team had been planning for months.
Rams’ Matthew Stafford shows off Davante Adams connection with MNF touchdown
Rams' Matthew Stafford shows off Davante Adams connection with MNF touchdown appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Coach Sean McVay's Los Angeles Rams took on the Buffalo Bills in Week 5 action as Aaron Donald got his first sack since his return, which was wiped out by a penalty. Donald returned to a relatively healthy Rams lineup that included a big play from veterans Matthew Stafford and Davante Adams.
Another James Cook fumble has Bills fans heated
Coach Joe Brady's Buffalo Bills headed to Los Angeles to face Matthew Stafford's Rams and got a big James Cook touchdown run that showcased his amazing speed. Cook's team held a five-point lead late in the third quarter as a key Bills offensive lineman went down with an injury. The fumble was an egregious one as Cook ended up a few yards past where the ball was knocked out of his hand and turned backward in a futile attempt to recover it.
Rams’ Matthew Stafford shows off Davante Adams connection with MNF touchdown
Coach Sean McVay’s Los Angeles Rams took on the Buffalo Bills in Week 5 action as Aaron Donald got his first sack since his return, which was wiped out by a penalty. Donald returned to a relatively healthy Rams lineup that included a big play from veterans Matthew Stafford and Davante Adams. The Bills scored the first six points of the game but Stafford drove Los Angeles back, finding Adams in the front left corner of the end zone as his team retook the lead.
Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto hits unfortunate low note seen since 2025 in loss to Brewers
The Los Angeles Dodgers’ Dave Roberts decided to pull Yoshinobu Yamamoto early in Game 2 of the NLCS, causing him to explain his reasoning afterward. Roberts went with a host of different pitchers in hopes of finding a better outcome after Christian Yelich rocked his second starter with a massive home run. The Dodgers lost 7-4 on a rough day for their starting pitcher. Yamamoto hit a low not seen since 2025 in the World Series, according to Talkin’ Baseball.
Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto hits unfortunate low note seen since 2025 in loss to Brewers
Dodgers’ Yoshinobu Yamamoto hits unfortunate low note seen since 2025 in loss to Brewers Dodgers' Yoshinobu Yamamoto hits unfortunate low note seen since 2025 in loss to Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Los Angeles Dodgers' Dave Roberts decided to pull Yoshinobu Yamamoto early in Game 2 of the NLCS, causing him to explain his reasoning afterward.
3 Dodgers most to blame for Game 2 loss to Brewers
The Los Angeles Dodgers lost Game 2 of the NCLS in Milwaukee by a score of 7-4 on a day that included a key game-changing moment, as shared by Dave Roberts. Starting Dodgers hurler Yoshinobu Yamamoto left the game early, which Roberts also broke down afterward. Roberts had a hard time believing the way things went down in Milwaukee, but for manager Pat Murphy and the Dodgers, it went exactly the way the team had been planning for months.
3 Dodgers most to blame for Game 2 loss to Brewers
4 hours ago MILWAUKEE — Now do you believe in the Milwaukee Brewers? Do you believe that there was no fluke that the Brewers won 103 games this season, the most in the major leagues? Now, do you believe the Brewers are on their way to reaching the World Series for the first time since 1982, and trying to win …
Former Eagles star Asante Samuel calls out Nick Sirianni, Sean Mannion for conservative playcalling
Former Eagles star Asante Samuel calls out Nick Sirianni, Sean Mannion for conservative playcalling appeared first on ClutchPoints. Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni received plenty of blame after dropping a 19-17 road game to the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 5.
Former Eagles star Asante Samuel calls out Nick Sirianni, Sean Mannion for conservative playcalling
Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni received plenty of blame after dropping a 19-17 road game to the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 5. The Eagles’ running back room is in shambles and the offense, led by Sirianni and offensive coordinator Sean Mannion, has sputtered, drawing the attention of former star cornerback Asante Samuel. Eagles QB Jalen Hurts attempted to pick up the slack against Jacksonville, piling up 220 passing yards, but couldn’t get the win.
Rams’ Matthew Stafford shows off Davante Adams connection with MNF touchdown
Coach Sean McVay's Los Angeles Rams took on the Buffalo Bills in Week 5 action as Aaron Donald got his first sack since his return, which was wiped out by a penalty. Donald returned to a relatively healthy Rams lineup that included strong play from veterans Matthew Stafford and Davante Adams. The Bills scored the first six points of the game but Stafford drove Los Angeles back, finding Adams in the front left corner of the end zone as his team retook the lead.
Chase Brown, Cam Skattebo and other Week 6 fantasy football bad beats not to stress over
Chase Brown, Cam Skattebo and other Week 6 fantasy football bad beats not to stress over appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here Week 5 of the NFL is almost over and done with and the time has come to start sifting through the fantasy football implications, particularly among players like Cam Skattebo, who made a big mistake against Washington .
Dodgers' Dave Roberts breaks down Yoshinobu Yamamoto's early exit from NLCS game 2
Dodgers' Dave Roberts breaks down Yoshinobu Yamamoto's early exit from NLCS Game 2 appeared first on ClutchPoints . Add ClutchPoints as a Preferred Source by clicking here Manager Dave Roberts sent Yoshinobu Yamamoto to the mound for Game 2 of the NLCS in Milwaukee, and his starter got knocked out after a two-run shot from Christian Yelich .
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