Thursday's edition of MMA Junkie Radio with "Gorgeous" George and "Goze" is here.
On Episode 3,715, the brothers who once had a contest to see which of them would break first when staring deep into each other's eyes while taking turns saying "The snozzberries taste like snozzberries" welcome in UFC bantamweight guest Eijah Smith to talk about his fight next week against Davey Grant. They also discuss the latest MMA news and fight bookings. Tune in!
This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: MMA Junkie Radio #3715 : Guest Elijah Smith, UFC preview, boxing news

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Canelo Alvarez was originally scheduled to fight Christian Mbilli on Sept. 12, but the fight was pushed back and now has a new date, Saturday, Oct. 31. (Fight night = fright night!) Alvarez (63-3-2, 39 KOs) will challenge super middleweight champion Mbilli (29-0-1, 24 KOs) for the WBC ***** le. It's not the only ***** le fight on the card, either; you can also catch Rafael Espinoza vs. Lorenzo Parra sparring for the featherweight WBO ***** le and a bout between Jaime Munguia and Nikita Zon for Munguia's WBA super middleweight ***** le.
You can tune in to the Alvarez vs. Mbilli fight at home on DAZN PPV, where it will cost $79.99, but if you want to save a little, you can also watch the fight with DAZN's PPV subscription plan, which is just $49.99/month and gets you more than 12 PPV fights per year.
Here's everything you need to know to watch the Alvarez vs. Mbilli fight, including the schedule, fight card, prices, and more.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 31

#card

Who could be in and who could be out for the New York Jets and Baltimore Ravens in Week 8?
Here are the latest injury reports for both teams ahead of their Sunday game at MetLife Stadium:
This article originally appeared on Jets Wire: Jets vs. Raiders: Thursday injury reports for both teams

#sunday

Sebastian Cheeks has spearheaded one of the best defenses in the nation this season. The Wisconsin Badgers rank inside the top 10 in total yards allowed per game at 276.5, all while allowing a stout 16.3 points per game, which ranks 13th-best in the country. Cheeks joined the Badgers ahead of the 2024 season after spending two seasons at UNC. Cheeks' first two seasons saw him flash at times, but overall, he never jumped out as one of the Big Ten's biggest stars.That was until now. So far this season, Cheeks has tallied 26 total tackles, seven tackles for loss, five sacks, and two forced fumbles.In Wisconsin's upset 24-7 win over USC this past weekend, Cheeks pulled together five tackles and 2.5 sacks, earning him conference acclaim.
Cheeks was recently tipped as a potential NFL draft pick by draft expert Mel Kiper thanks to his do-it-all archetype.
Luke Fickell's squad has just five games on the season; up next is the 5-2 Iowa Hawkeyes inside what is bound to be an electric Kinnick Stadium. Kickoff is set for 12 PM ET and is the Big Noon Kickoff game for FOX.
Contact/FollowTheBadgersWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Wisconsin Badgers news, notes and opinion.
This article originally appeared on Badgers Wire: Wisconsin OLB finally named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week

#cheeks #badgers #follow

Green Bay Packers TE Tucker Kraft had six catches, 53 yards, and a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers in Week 8.
SOURCE: USA TODAY
Why It Matters: It has taken some time for Kraft to resemble the breakout star he was becoming before tearing his ACL almost a year ago to the day. He seems to be rounding into form, however, catching 10 passes for 101 yards and a pair of touchdowns over the past five days. Kraft has simply looked stronger, and there have been no signs of the dropped passes that dogged him earlier this season. While he hasn't entered that top echelon of fantasy tight ends with the likes of Brock Bowers and Trey McBride, Kraft has solidified his spot as a top-10 option at the position.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Six receptions for Tucker Kraft in prime time

#kraft #carolina #panthers

Green Bay Packers WR Christian Watson (chest) had eight receptions (on 10 targets) for 113 yards against the Carolina Panthers in Week 8.
SOURCE: USA TODAY
Why It Matters: In something straight out of a WWE show, Watson left Lambeau Field in an ambulance on Thursday night to get examined for a chest injury. He was cleared to return, however, and ended up being drive back from the hospital to make what was essentially a game-sealing catch on Green Bay's final drive of the night. Despite missing a significant chunk of the game, Watson still led all players in receptions (8) and receiving yards (113), though he did finish without a touchdown for a third straight game. Despite the scoring drought, Watson has earned a spot as a low-end WR1.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Christian Watson returns from hospital, tops 100 yards in win

#game

Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love connected on 30 of his 41 passes for 288 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception during the team's Week 8 win over the Carolina Panthers.
SOURCE: USA TODAY
Why It Matters: Forced to operate without the benefit of a professional-level running attack yet again on Thursday night, Love made lemonade, passing for more than 270 yards for the sixth time this season (and fourth in a row) while running his streak of games with multiple touchdowns to eight. Love has quietly moved into that same category as names like Dak Prescott and Jared Goff, who can produce midrange to low-end QB1 numbers without the benefit of doing any running. Through eight games, Love is on pace to throw for 4,773 yards, 34 TDs, and 13 INTs. Even without rushing numbers, that's borderline QB1 production.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Jordan Love tosses three TD passes in win over Carolina

#touchdowns

Carolina Panthers TE Darren Waller had one catch (on two targets) for 11 yards in a Week 8 loss against the Green Bay Packers.
SOURCE: USA TODAY
Why It Matters: Waller has just two receptions over the last three games combined, so even though one of those was a 50-yard touchdown, it's hard to advocate for the veteran to take up a roster spot as a shaky TE2 outside of the deepest of leagues.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Darren Waller held to one catch in Week 8

#week #catch #green #packers

Carolina Panthers WR Tetairoa McMillan had six receptions for 58 yards against the Green Bay Packers in Week 8. He was targeted a team-high 11 times in the loss.
SOURCE: USA TODAY
Why It Matters: With Bryce Young under duress on Thursday night, the passing game was primarily quick hitters with the hope that the wideouts could break a tackle or two and make a big play. It rarely worked out that way, however, and as a result McMillan averaged just 9.7 yards per catch. It was his third largely disappointing performance in his last five games and second in a row. We all saw what this passing attack could look like early this season, so McMillan's upside remains substantial, but the Panthers need to figure out a way to keep Young upright so he can take more downfield shots. While it's too soon to downgrade McMillan below WR2 status, his recent production has not been on that level.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Tetairoa McMillan leads Carolina in receiving on Thursday night

#mcmillan

Carolina Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard carried the ball 22 times for 81 yards and a touchdown versus the Green Bay Packers in Week 8. He also caught seven passes (on eight targets) for 38 yards.
SOURCE: USA TODAY
Why It Matters: It was obvious that the Panthers wanted to duplicate their game plan from 2025 when they upset the Packers by handing the ball to Rico Dowdle and bleeding the clock. It worked for a time, but ultimately Hubbard wasn't nearly as successful. Still, the veteran back logged 29 touches for 119 yards and a touchdown during Thursday Night Football, which is strong production. The extra rest before a Week 9 matchup with the Broncos should help Hubbard heal up, and he's likely to be featured once again as Carolina works through some significant pass-protection issues. Hubbard is a low-end RB1 or strong RB2 right now.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Chuba Hubbard tops 100 total yards, scores on TNF

#packers #today #touchdown

Carolina Panthers QB Bryce Young completed 23 of 41 passes for 209 yards, one touchdown, and one interception in a Week 8 loss to the Green Bay Packers.
SOURCE: USA TODAY
Why It Matters: It was clear from the jump that the Panthers wanted to control the game with Chuba Hubbard. It worked early, but once the Packers pushed out to a 27-10 lead, it was up to Young to move the ball. He had some success, mostly on quick-hitting passes, but was under constant duress, getting sacked six times on the night. The Panthers get a few extra days to regroup before facing the Broncos in Week 9. We'll see if that's enough to help get their protection issues sorted out and get Young back to the player he was in five games before the bye. Given his struggles over the last two weeks, however, it'd be a tough call to slot him into your starting lineup against Denver.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Bryce Young takes a beating in Week 8 setback

#passes

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield (thumb) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Oct. 29.
SOURCE: Buccaneers.com
Why it Matters: Mayfield returned to action in Week 7, but he only had to throw 11 times as the Buccaneers cruised to a win. He wasn't posting great numbers prior to the injury, so it wouldn't be wise to expect Mayfield to suddenly start delivering great stat lines. For now, he should be considered a QB2.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Full practice for Baker Mayfield Thursday

#mayfield #baker #thursday

The Minnesota Vikings released their initial injury report ahead of their Week 8 game against the Detroit Lions. Although the list of players was short, their potential absences could be significant.
RB Aaron Jones (knee), T Brian O'Neill (knee), and G Joe Huber (knee) all missed Wednesday's practice. Kevin O'Connell said Huber was dealing with knee soreness after Sunday's game, although he made sure to say that he wasn't "overly concerned" about his availability.
Jones and O'Neill have been dealing with lingering knee issues throughout the season. Last week, ESPN's Kevin Seifert reported that Jones specifically has been playing through a sprained MCL this season.
Players who didn't practice for the Lions included WR Amon-Ra St. Brown (ankle), RB Jahmyr Gibbs (shoulder), DL Tyliek Williams (illness), edge rusher Aiden Hutchinson (rest), T Penei Sewell (rest), DL Alim McNeil (rest), and edge rusher DJ Wonnum (rest).
This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: Wednesday injury report for the Vikings in Week 8 against the Lions

#Vikings #lions #rest

Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Emeka Egbuka (concussion, foot) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Oct. 29.
SOURCE: Buccaneers.com
Why it Matters: Egbuka remained a limited participant, so he still isn't a lock to return to action this weekend. He was piling up targets prior to missing the Week 7 contest, so if he does suit up, WR3 production is certainly in play.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Another limited practice for Emeka Egbuka

#egbuka #limited #emeka #matters

Seattle Seahawks RB Jadarian Price (chest) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Oct. 29.
SOURCE: Seahawks.com
Why it Matters: Price has a chance to return to action Monday night, but with Zach Charbonnet (knee) potentially making his debut and Emanuel Wilson and George Holani also in the mix, it is going to be hard to know which Seattle back to trust. Fantasy owners with more reliable options should probably shy away from the Seattle backfield until a pecking order becomes better established.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Jadarian Price remains limited Thursday

#seahawks #thursday #zach

The Brooklyn Nets have signed, drafted, and traded for players from virtually every state in the US, and much of the wider world beyond the United States. From Alabama to Wyoming, and from Australia to Ukraine, the Nets have a long and distinguished history of turning over every stone to find the talent needed to succeed in the NBA.
From their start in the American Basketball **** ociation (ABA) as the New Jersey Americans and New York Nets to their jump to the NBA as the New Jersey Nets right through to today, the organization has cast their net for talent wide since the inception of the ball club.
For this installment of our series documenting the provenience of every Nets player to suit up for the franchise, let's take a look at every player from California who has played for Brooklyn.
Our focus in this article is Brandon Armstrong. An alum of Pepperdine, he was picked up with the 23rd overall selection of the 2001 NBA Draft by the Houston Rockets.
The San Francisco, California native played the first (and only) 3 seasons of his pro career with the (then) New Jersey (now, Brooklyn) Nets, leaving the league as a player afterward.

#Nets #jersey #player

After having to go to the hospital for a potential chest injury during the first half of Thursday night's game against the Carolina Panthers, Green Bay Packers top wide receiver Christian Watson returned to the field in the second half and was immediately targeted. His return to the game was greeted by applause from the crowd at Lambeau Field.
Here is a look at Watson's return to the field, courtesy of the NFL's official social media:
According to the broadcast, Watson is wearing additional chest padding and has indicated there is pain on the lower right side of his chest. He has a long injury history during his time in the NFL, including a concussion, multiple hamstring injuries, multiple knee bruises, a torn ACL and a chest injury last season.
While his return to the game is impressive after his trip to the hospital, it also raises questions about player safety. It is difficult to recall a time when a player has gone to the hospital during an NFL game and has returned to that game. Especially given Watson's injury history and the fact that Green Bay had a 14-point lead at the time of his return, there is an argument to be made that it would have been safer for Watson to remain out for the rest of the game.
This article originally appeared on Touchdown Wire: WATCH: Christian Watson returns to the field after going to hospital

#watson #field #green

Los Angeles Chargers WR Ladd McConkey (concussion) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Oct. 29.
SOURCE: Chargers.com
Why it Matters: McConkey has been battling a variety of injuries since the season opener, but ****** uming he clears concussion protocol, it looks like he could be relatively healthy for the Week 8 contest against the Los Angeles Rams. Granted, the Chargers' offense been struggling to find a rhythm, but McConkey can be a WR3.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Ladd McConkey a full participant Thursday

#full

Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes (knee) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Oct. 29.
SOURCE: Chiefs.com
Why it Matters: Mahomes has failed to throw a touchdown pass in each of his last two games, and with Travis Kelce (ankle) and Rashee Rice (hamstring, knee) both battling injuries, he could be without two of his main weapons. Mahomes is shaping up to be a QB2 in Week 8.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Patrick Mahomes practices in full

#city

What looked like it would be a back-and-forth game between the Green Bay Packers and Carolina Panthers, but the Packers have run away with it, scoring 21 unanswered points since mid-way through the second quarter.
They added to their lead with a four-yard receiving touchdown from running back Josh Jacobs on their opening drive of the second half. Jacobs now has two touchdowns in the game, one rushing and one receiving. This is his first game with multiple touchdowns since Green Bay's loss to the Denver Broncos last season.
Here is a look at Jacobs' receiving touchdown, courtesy of the NFL's official social media:
The Panthers had not scored since their touchdown on the first play of the second quarter. Since then, they have punted the ball twice, and quarterback Bryce Young has thrown an interception. Their opening drive of the second half ended in a turnover on downs at midfield. However, the Panthers were able to get a field goal on their next drive, making Green Bay's lead only 14 points.
This article originally appeared on Touchdown Wire: WATCH: Jacobs scores 2nd TD vs Panthers to give Packers 17-point lead

#panthers #touchdown

Kansas City Chiefs WR Rashee Rice (hamstring, knee) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Oct. 29.
SOURCE: Chiefs.com
Why it Matters: With Rice remaining a limited participant, his status for the Week 8 game against the Denver Broncos is still unclear. If he does suit up, he should immediately resume his role as the No. 1 target in the passing game.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Rashee Rice remains limited Thursday

#rice #limited #participant

The Golden State Warriors have signed, drafted, and traded for players from nearly every U.S. state and many countries around the world. From Alaska to Wyoming and Austria to Zaire, the Warriors have a strong history of seeking out talent necessary for NBA success.
Since their beginnings in the Basketball ***** ociation of America (a precursor to the NBA) when they got their start as the team representing Philadelphia before they made their move to the West Coast, the organization has consistently pursued talent from a broad range of sources.
For this installment of our series taking stock of the birthplace of every Golden State player to suit up for the franchise, let's take a look at every player from Arizona who has played for the Warriors.
Our focus in this article is Kevin Knox. An alum of Kentucky, he was picked up with the ninth overall selection of the 2018 NBA Draft by the New York Knicks.
The Phoenix, Arizona native played the first 4 seasons of his pro career with New York. He also played for the Atlanta Hawks, Detroit Pistons, Portland Trail Blazers, and Detroit again before he signed with the Dubs in 2024 for the final season of his NBA career.

#Warriors #every #arizona

Top Data NBA... Live!: 📢HOF🏛️ Domantas Sabonis (7 rebounds today) has passed Vlade Divac and is now ranked 12th in Kings history with 3,539.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Domantas Sabonis passes Vlade Divac for 12th in Kings franchise history in rebounds

#history

Green Bay Packers WR Christian Watson (chest) exited the Week 8 game against the Carolina Panthers with a chest injury and was taken to the hospital for precautionary reasons.
SOURCE: Green Bay Packers
Why it Matters: With Watson's night over, fantasy owners can only hope that the injury does not turn out to be serious. With Watson out of action, Matthew Golden and Tucker Kraft should lead the passing attack.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Christian Watson exits early against Panthers

#watson #source

Anthony Slater: Gui Santos is doubtful for the Warriors tomorrow night vs Lakers with knee tendonitis. Yaxel Lendeborg isn't listed on the injury report. He was icing his aching left foot postgame last night but said he'd be fine. Everyone else expected is cleared for Warriors.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Gui Santos is doubtful for the Warriors tomorrow night …

#doubtful #tomorrow #anthony #lendeborg

Damichael Cole: More Micah Nori: "I know Ja loved his time in Memphis and there's no ill will there, but you still want to play well against your former team." "I do think these guys understand the moment for Ja."
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: "I know Ja loved his time in Memphis and there's no …

#know #time #micah

Will Guillory: Rockets injury report: -- Alperen Sengun (low back soreness) and Marcus Smart (left forearm strain) are QUESTIONABLE. -- Reed Sheppard (low back soreness) and Steven Adams (right soleus strain) are OUT.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Rockets injury report:

#soreness #sengun #marcus

Damichael Cole: Ty Jerome is good to go. He gave the medical staff a head nod after his workout a few minutes ago.
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Ty Jerome is good to go.

#damichael #head

Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce (ankle) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Oct. 29.
SOURCE: Chiefs.com
Why it Matters: Kelce was a full participant Wednesday, so it is a little concerning to see his status head in the wrong direction. He can be a low-end TE1 if he suits up, but Kelce's status for Friday's practice will be telling.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Travis Kelce limited during Thursday's practice

#kelce #practice #participant #city

Denver Broncos WR Jaylen Waddle (chest) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Oct. 29.
SOURCE: DenverBroncos.com
Why it Matters: Waddle managed a limited practice after missing Wednesday's session, so if he continues to progress, there is a chance he could play in Week 8. That being said, Waddle has reached 50 receiving yards just once in seven games this season. It is hard to expect him to provide more than WR4 production.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Jaylen Waddle a limited participant Thursday

#waddle #jaylen #thursday #participant