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Cowboys’ rough week concludes with mistake-filled loss to Cardinals
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Cowboys’ rough week concludes with mistake-filled loss to Cardinals

· September 24, 2023

GLENDALE, Ariz. Dak Prescott stepped up to avoid the rush, surveyed the coverage and let the ball fly into the end zone. Hit his receiver and the Dallas Cowboys would still have a chance to pull off

Joshua Dobbs, James Conner lead the Cardinals to a 28-16 win over the mistake-prone Cowboys
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Joshua Dobbs, James Conner lead the Cardinals to a 28-16 win over the mistake-prone Cowboys

· September 24, 2023

GLENDALE, Ariz. Nearly an hour after his first NFL win as a starter, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Joshua Dobbs walked through the locker room with the game ball still securely tucked in his left ar

Patrick Mahomes throws 3 TD passes, Taylor Swift celebrates as Chiefs rout Bears 41-10
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Patrick Mahomes throws 3 TD passes, Taylor Swift celebrates as Chiefs rout Bears 41-10

· September 24, 2023

KANSAS CITY, Mo. Travis Kelce was chatting with Patrick Mahomes in practice this week when he mentioned, almost as an afterthought, that he thought Taylor Swift would take him up on his invitation t

Taylor Swift turns out to see Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs play Chicago Bears
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Taylor Swift turns out to see Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs play Chicago Bears

· September 24, 2023

KANSAS CITY, Mo. Travis Kelce put the ball in Taylor Swift s court, and she wound up bringing it to Arrowhead Stadium after all.

Kenneth Walker III sparks Seahawks in second half as Seattle pulls away to beat Carolina 37-27
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Kenneth Walker III sparks Seahawks in second half as Seattle pulls away to beat Carolina 37-27

· September 24, 2023

SEATTLE On the weekend the Seattle Seahawks honored their past, their performance on the field looked like the height of their run a decade ago.

Myles Garrett, Cleveland’s defense devour Titans, Deshaun Watson has 2 TD passes in Browns’ 27-3 win
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Myles Garrett, Cleveland’s defense devour Titans, Deshaun Watson has 2 TD passes in Browns’ 27-3 win

· September 24, 2023

CLEVELAND Nick Chubb s season-ending injury didn t crush the Cleveland Browns.

Jordan Love rallies Packers to 18-17 win after Saints lose Derek Carr to shoulder injury
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Jordan Love rallies Packers to 18-17 win after Saints lose Derek Carr to shoulder injury

· September 24, 2023

GREEN BAY, Wis. Jordan Love celebrated his first career start at Lambeau Field by producing the type of comeback his four-time MVP predecessor orchestrated so often.

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H.S. Golf: Players’ attention turns to postseason

· September 24, 2023

The Wyoming Valley Conference completed its golf regular season Thursday, setting the stage for postseason competition.

Herbert, Chargers keep Vikings winless, pulling out a 28-24 victory sealed by late pick in end zone
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Herbert, Chargers keep Vikings winless, pulling out a 28-24 victory sealed by late pick in end zone

MINNEAPOLIS The Minnesota Vikings again lacked the late-game touch that was so golden for them last season.

Matt Gay kicks 4 FGs over 50 yards, including OT winner, as Colts beat Ravens 22-19
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Matt Gay kicks 4 FGs over 50 yards, including OT winner, as Colts beat Ravens 22-19

· September 24, 2023

BALTIMORE It s not often a kicker manages to upstage Justin Tucker.

Beck’s rare TD return propels Texans to a 37-17 rout of Jaguars and gives Ryans his first win
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Beck’s rare TD return propels Texans to a 37-17 rout of Jaguars and gives Ryans his first win

· September 24, 2023

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Andrew Beck craned his neck after crossing the goal line, checking for penalty flags before celebrating.

Jared Goff throws and runs for TDs, helping the Lions bounce back with a 20-6 win over Falcons
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Jared Goff throws and runs for TDs, helping the Lions bounce back with a 20-6 win over Falcons

· September 24, 2023

DETROIT Jared Goff faked a handoff, dropped back and lofted a pass to a stunningly open Sam LaPorta.

NFL views Spain as likely next European city to host a game, being assessed for 2024
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NFL views Spain as likely next European city to host a game, being assessed for 2024

· September 24, 2023

Spain is a strong contender to be the next international host of a regular-season NFL game and it could happen as soon as 2024.

Crestwood, Sem field hockey take part in National High School Invitational
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Crestwood, Sem field hockey take part in National High School Invitational

· September 24, 2023

Crestwood won one field hockey game and tied another Saturday in the National High School Invitational at the Proving Grounds in Philadelphia.

Patriots beat Jets 15-10 to extend their winning streak to 15 straight over New York
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Patriots beat Jets 15-10 to extend their winning streak to 15 straight over New York

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. Mac Jones and the New England Patriots were off to a frustrating start to the season, falling just short of victories in their first two games.

Josh Allen throws for a TD, runs for another as the Bills rout the Commanders 37-3
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Josh Allen throws for a TD, runs for another as the Bills rout the Commanders 37-3

· September 24, 2023

LANDOVER, Md. Josh Allen was still feeling fresh after the Buffalo Bills rolled to another victory that showed they belong among the NFL s elite.

Dolphins rout Broncos 70-20, scoring the most points by an NFL team in a game since 1966
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Dolphins rout Broncos 70-20, scoring the most points by an NFL team in a game since 1966

· September 24, 2023

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. De Von Achane could hear the crowd at Hard Rock Stadium chanting Three more points! on Miami s final drive. The Dolphins had the ball inside the Denver Broncos 30 with less th

AP Top 25: Colorado falls out of rankings after first loss and Ohio State moves up to No. 4
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AP Top 25: Colorado falls out of rankings after first loss and Ohio State moves up to No. 4

Colorado and Deion Sanders fell out of The Associated Press college football poll on Sunday after a resounding loss in one of the weekend s showcase games, and the teams toward the top of the rankings

Frustrated Fighting Irish lament miscues that led to late loss against Buckeyes
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Frustrated Fighting Irish lament miscues that led to late loss against Buckeyes

· September 24, 2023

SOUTH BEND, Ind. The anguish was evident all over coach Marcus Freeman s face Saturday night.

AP Top 25 Takeaways: On Statement Saturday, CU wilts, FSU soars, Alabama bows up. Ryan Day goes off
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AP Top 25 Takeaways: On Statement Saturday, CU wilts, FSU soars, Alabama bows up. Ryan Day goes off

The bill came due for Coach Prime and Colorado in Oregon.