(Photo credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports) San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback Brock Purdy is in the concussion protocol after experiencing symptoms postgame Monday. Niners coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters that Purdy began having symptoms on the plane ride back from Minnesota, a 22-17 loss on "Monday Night Football." Backup QB Sam Darnold will take first-team reps, though Purdy is allowed to participate in some
(Photo credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports) The NBA punished the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday for premature free agency discussions with Drew Eubanks, rescinding a 2024 second-round draft pick. The pick, originally belonging to Denver, was one Phoenix had acquired from Orlando in a prior trade. "This outcome reflected a finding that Phoenix engaged in free agency discussions involving Drew Eubanks prior to the date wh
(Photo credit: Chris Pedota, NorthJersey.com / USA TODAY NETWORK) New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll went down the checklist of Daniel Jones talking points on Wednesday -- still not cleared for contact, still not taking team reps, but still the starting quarterback once the first two are resolved. "He's our starter," Daboll said Wednesday of Jones. "I've said it, I don't know how many times I've been asked, but I've
DUBAI, 25th October, 2023 (WAM) - Dubai Municipality initiated the testing phase of a self-driving electric vehicle dedicated to cleaning bicycle routes along the beaches of Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim. This comes as part of its efforts to preserve the hygiene and sustainability of all touristic facilities in Dubai, i
(Photo credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports) Cleveland Browns Pro Bowl defensive end Myles Garrett has purchased a minority stake in the Cleveland Cavaliers, the NBA organization announced Wednesday. Garrett will become an official Cavaliers brand ambassador as well. "As a leader on and off the field, Myles has become a Cleveland icon and shares in our organization's commitment to being a transformative force for
(Photo credit: Joe Rondone/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK) Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen will start Game 1 of the World Series against the Texas Rangers on Friday in Arlington, Texas. Gallen, 28, is 2-2 with a 5.24 ERA in four games this postseason. He surrendered nine runs on 14 hits -- including five homers -- over 11 innings in a pair of losses to the Philadelphia Phillies in the National League Cham
(Photo credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports) Los Angeles Dodgers left fielder David Peralta is recovering from surgery on his left forearm. He underwent flexor tendon surgery Tuesday and posted a photo of himself on Instagram after the procedure. Peralta, 36, who will be a free agent this winter, is expected to be hitting and throwing again by March, according to the Los Angeles Times. A Gold Glove finalist this se
(Photo credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports) Tampa Bay running back Chase Edmonds was activated from injured reserve on Wednesday and is available to play in Thursday's game against the host Buffalo Bills. Edmonds rushed four times for 20 yards in two games before sustaining a knee injury in Tampa Bay's 27-17 victory over the Chicago Bears on Sept. 17. He was placed on injured reserve three days later. Edmonds,
(Photo credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports) Falcons head coach Arthur Smith invited the NFL to waste its time looking into the injury stats and usage of running back Bijan Robinson last week while Atlanta focuses on keeping control of the NFC South lead. "Everything is transparent," Smith said Wednesday. Smith was responding to questions about reports the NFL would look into the sequence of events that led to Robinson
Dubai [UAE], October 25 (ANI/WAM): Abu Dhabi will host the 13th World Arabian Racing Horses Forum at the Dusit Thani Hotel from November 27-30. The event will be held under the patronage of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court. The forum will feature the drawing ceremony for the Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Jewel Crown Race, with a prize mone
New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): After Australia clinched a stunning 309-run win against the Netherlands in the 24th match of the ODI World Cup 2023 at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on Wednesday, star allrounder Glenn Maxwell said that it was a bit weird, he had to calm himself down for the first 20 oddballs and rebuild. While speaking at the pre-match press conference, Maxwell said that the circumstances and the timi
(Photo credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports) Alex DeBrincat and Dylan Larkin continued their torrid starts on Tuesday but the Detroit Red Wings failed to maintain their hot streak. Detroit had its five-game winning streak snapped with a 5-4 overtime loss to Seattle. The Red Wings will look to begin a new streak when they host Winnipeg on Thursday. DeBrincat scored his NHL-high ninth goal, while Larkin had a goal and
(Photo credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports) Defensive end Frank Clark is expected to sign a one-year contract with the Seattle Seahawks, multiple media outlets reported on Wednesday. Financial terms were not disclosed for Clark, who began his career with the Seahawks before pocketing three Pro Bowl selections and two Super Bowl rings with the Kansas City Chiefs. He was released by the Denver Broncos on Oct. 13 after pla
(Photo credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports) The Toronto Raptors exercised the fourth-year team option for swingman Scottie Barnes on Wednesday. The No. 4 overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft will earn $10.1 million in the final year of his rookie deal in 2024-25. Barnes, 22, was the NBA Rookie of the Year in 2021-22 and has averaged 15.3 points per game in each of his first two seasons. He opens his third season with
(Photo credit: Andrew Dieb-USA TODAY Sports) Dallas Cowboys Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs underwent surgery to repair his torn ACL this week, ESPN reported Wednesday. Diggs, who had the operation on Tuesday, is now set for a 2024 return after doctors found that his other knee ligaments were intact, per the report. Diggs sustained the injury during a Sept. 21 practice. Signed to a five-year, $97 million contract exte
(Photo credit: Jamie Sabau-USA TODAY Sports) Justin Fields is at least one week away from regaining his starting job at quarterback and is targeting a Nov. 5 return against the New Orleans Saints. Bears head coach Matt Eberflus said there is no change in Fields' status for this week. He's officially doubtful with a thumb injury, meaning rookie Tyson Bagent gets the green light to make another start for Chicago in the pri
Dharamshala [Himachal Pradesh], October 25 (ANI): Thousands of Tibetans and foreign followers gathered at the main Tibetan temple, Tsuglagkhang in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh to offer prayers for the Dalai Lama, informed a press release on Wednesday. Dalai Lama was offered prayers for his long life by students, staff and former students of the Institute of Buddhist Dialectics, as well as members of Sera Je Hardong Khang
New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): After a difficult start to the campaign, David Warner has reached the levels he had hoped for, striking back-to-back centuries to pass one ODI icon, Ricky Ponting, and tie another, Sachin Tendulkar, for World Cup hundreds. Australia beat the Netherlands by 309 runs thanks to his 104 and Glenn Maxwell's 44-ball 106, securing a place in the top four as the drive to the semifinals continu
New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): After Netherlands's disappointing 309-run loss against Australia in the 24th match of the ODI World Cup 2023 at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday, Dutch skipper Scott Edwards said that they should have been better today. While talking at the post-match presentation, Edwards praised the Aussie squad and said that they are a quality side. The Dutch skipper added that in the
New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): Destructive batter Glenn Maxwell was relieved after slamming the fastest century in World Cup history and contributing to Australia's 309-run thrashing of the Netherlands in New Delhi on Wednesday. Maxwell was adjudged the Player of the Match for a truly astonishing innings in Delhi. Maxwell lived up to his nickname 'The Big Show' with his flamboyant hitting, blasting eight fours and e
New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): Following Australia's record-breaking 309-run win against the Netherlands in the 24th match of the ODI World Cup 2023 at Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Wednesday, Aussie skipper Pat Cummins said that he is happy to put 400 runs on the scoreboard and defend it well. While talking at the post-match presentation, Cummins said that he and Maxwell both contributed equally to the 100-r
New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): After playing a stunning 106-run knock from 44 balls against the Netherlands in the 24th ODI World Cup match here in Delhi on Wednesday, Glenn Maxwell said that he has been "pretty cooked all day". Speaking during the mid-inning, the Aussie batting all-rounder said that the Netherlands fielding was outstanding in the game and saved a few certain boundaries in the first 25 overs. Maxwel
New Delhi [India], October 25 (ANI): Australian batter Steve Smith overtook compatriot and legendary wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist to be in second place in fifty-plus scores for his country in the annals of the Cricket World Cup. Smith achieved this record in the World Cup match against Netherlands on Wednesday. In the match, Smith made 71 in 68 balls with nine fours and a six. This was his 10th fifty-plus score for
(Photo credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports) The Green Bay Packers will place starting safety Darnell Savage on injured reserve, ESPN reported Wednesday. Savage, 26, is expected to return this season but his calf injury will need at least a month to heal, per the report. He initially sustained the injury in the Oct. 9 loss at Las Vegas. He returned after the bye week but aggravated the injury in last Sunday's 19-17 setba
(Photo credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports) The Cleveland Browns officially signed quarterback PJ Walker to the active roster on Wednesday after exhausting his three gameday elevations from the practice squad and promptly named him the starter for this week's game. Browns coach Kevin Stefanski announced Wednesday that Deshaun Watson (shoulder) will rest and rehab this week. Stefanski reversed course 48 hours after