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Raiders defense targets Maye turnovers in Week 5 Patriots matchup — Oct 7, 2026The Raiders visit the Patriots in a key Week 5 matchup, with New England focused on containing tight ends Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer, who have been central to Las Vegas’ offense. The Raiders will also need to account for emerging Patriots pass rusher Elijah Ponder, while their takeaway-minded defense looks to pressure Drake Maye, who has been productive but turnover-prone.

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Audrina Patridge Says Split From Michael Ray Came Two Years In — Sep 25, 2026Audrina Patridge and country singer Michael Ray have split after about two years together, and Patridge says she has been single since July and is easing back into dating. She remains open to marriage with the right person and prefers meeting potential partners through friends or in person.

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Sam Okafor Still wanting marriage after this shows she's not letting one relationship sour the whole idea.

Maye Leads Patriots Past Raiders, 45-17 — Oct 7, 2026Drake Maye earned AFC Offensive Player of the Week after throwing for 269 yards and three touchdowns in New England’s 29-26 win over Buffalo, a result that offered momentum after a 2-2 start and quieted speculation about tension with coach Mike Vrabel. The Patriots’ next game comes with injury concerns, including limited or absent practice participation from key players on offense and in the secondary, though Maye practiced fully despite a listed shoulder issue.

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Steelers, Patriots Place Key Receivers on IR — 4dPatriots place Mack Hollins and Reggie Gilliam on IR for at least four games; Steelers put Michael Pittman Jr. on IR after his foot injury re-aggravates.

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Poland’s Patriot Missile Deliveries Delayed by Iran War — 2dU.S. weapons deliveries to European allies are facing delays, especially Patriot air-defense missiles for Poland, as American stockpiles are strained by competing global commitments. NATO Ambassador Matthew Whitaker said the Ukraine weapons-supply program remains unchanged but acknowledged delays in air-defense deliveries as allies race to meet Ukraine’s needs before winter.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Patriots left tackle Campbell injures same knee again — 3dPatriots LT Will Campbell injured his right knee again in a 45-17 win over the Raiders and was ruled out; MRI Monday on a believed sprain, expected to miss time.

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Jets activate Tim Patrick from injured reserve ahead of Browns game — 4dTim Patrick makes his Jets debut Sunday after the Oct. 10 IR activation with no injury designation, closing a groin absence that began in week-one practices.

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Patrick Kane Returns for Blackhawks Home Opener — Oct 6, 2026Patrick Kane’s return energized Chicago’s home opener against St. Louis, as the Blackhawks looked to rebound from an 0-3 start and launch a long homestand. The Blues’ disappointing loss drew fan criticism over a slow start and a lack of top-line scoring, while Chicago’s overturned-goal challenge was seen as a turning point.

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Broncos' Patrick Surtain Exits 49ers Game With Ankle Injury — Oct 4, 2026Two-time All-Pro Patrick Surtain II left the Broncos' Oct. 4 game at the 49ers with a non-contact ankle injury and did not return.

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Elena Vasquez Non-contact ankle injuries like that often linger. The team should sit him until it's fully healed instead of risking more damage.

Patriots Upset Bills on Chism’s One-Handed TD — Oct 4, 2026Efton Chism III's one-handed 23-yard TD catch late in the fourth gave the Patriots a 27-26 lead in a 29-26 win over the Bills.

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Maya Lindstrom The Patriots showed real fight pulling off the upset after trailing late, Bills defense just fell apart on that drive.

Patriots’ Mack Hollins Fined $34,441 Twice on One Play — Oct 3, 2026Patriots receiver Mack Hollins was fined $34,441 for taunting and unnecessary roughness on the same play against the Jaguars, after gesturing at safety Eric Murray and being judged to have used his helmet. Hollins also earned recognition for hosting a Special Olympics field day.

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Tom Gallagher Gesturing at the safety probably crossed into taunting, but fining him twice on the same sequence feels excessive.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Short-Handed Patriots Prepare for Bills, Allen — Oct 1, 2026The injury-depleted Patriots face a major challenge against Buffalo’s high-scoring offense, with Christian Gonzalez and Christian Barmore ruled out. New England’s defenders say they must stop the run, force turnovers and stay in coverage when Josh Allen extends plays beyond the initial snap.

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Bills enter Patriots matchup with Benford and Davis questionable — Oct 2, 2026The Bills enter their Week 4 game against the Patriots with cornerback Christian Benford questionable after a toe injury and running back Ray Davis questionable with a hamstring issue; coach Joe Brady plans to assess Benford through game day. Defensive lineman T.J. Sanders is doubtful, while Davison Igbinosun could fill in for Benford and quarterback Josh Allen has no injury designation.

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Marcus Bell Sanders being doubtful adds pressure on the defensive line to hold up without extra depth.

Patriots Fall 35-6 as Maye’s Turnovers Mount — Sep 27, 2026Patriots quarterback Drake Maye lost a bizarre, unpressured fumble while winding up to pass against the Jaguars, adding to a rough start that has included five turnovers in three games. The 2025 MVP runner-up’s struggles have raised concerns about New England’s offense, though the team is not considering drastic changes.

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Patriots, Jaguars Set for AFC Showdown — Sep 24, 2026New England visits Jacksonville in a matchup of AFC contenders, with both teams looking to build on strong 2025 seasons. The Patriots will need to contain Jaguars receiver and returner Parker Washington, whose receiving production and big-play ability make him a key threat.

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Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Patrick Clancy Reveals Suicidal Thoughts After Children’s Deaths — Sep 19, 2026Patrick Clancy told 60 Minutes that he did his best to support Lindsay Clancy as her mental health deteriorated and that he lives with the outcome daily, following the mistrial of her murder trial for killing their three children. In the interview, he also revealed his own suicidal thoughts and grief after the tragedy, noted Lindsay’s postpartum mental illness as part of the case, and highlighted his remarriage to Rachel Danis and relocation to New York City as the case has drawn intense public scrutiny.

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Patriots Win as Drake Maye, Offense Sputter — Sep 20, 2026The Patriots’ defense carried a 20-3 win over Pittsburgh, but the offense still stagnates, with Drake Maye throwing multiple interceptions and the team scoring only two offensive touchdowns in two games. Injuries to right guard Mike Onwenu, plus ongoing inconsistencies at receiver and in the passing game, have New England scrambling to fix the operation before their next test, while coach Mike Vrabel emphasizes accountability and improvement.

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Patriots' Onwenu Carted Off With Ankle Injury — Sep 20, 2026Patriots RG Mike Onwenu was carted off and ruled out with an ankle injury after T.J. Watt fell on his leg in the first quarter vs. Pittsburgh on Sept. 20, 2026.

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Derek Foss Hope the trainers got a good look and it's only a sprain instead of something worse.

Patriots’ Christian Gonzalez Earns Week 1 Team HonorsSports — Sep 17, 2026Christian Gonzalez’s record-setting extension has cemented him as one of the NFL’s top-paid cornerbacks as he prepares for a challenging matchup against DK Metcalf in Week 1. The Patriots’ historic cornerback lineage underpins expectations, and Gonzalez already earned strong PFF praise for his Week 1 performance, signaling he’s living up to the mega-salary.

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Patrick Kane Returns, Joins Blackhawks’ Young Core — Sep 17, 2026Patrick Kane returns to the Chicago Blackhawks for a 20th season, navigating a familiar rink with a very different locker room as a growing, newer core pushes toward contention. The team has added veteran talent and top prospects, including Kantserov and Bedard, while Kane’s presence emphasizes a blend of legacy and renewal for a potential run in the Western Conference.

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White House video on patriotism draws online attention for simple message — Sep 15, 2026The clip shows images celebrating American pride in country freedom and football. It is spreading for its straightforward message on patriotism from an official government account. @WhiteHouse

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Bears’ Montez Sweat Suspended Two Games — 1dThe NFL suspended Bears defensive end Montez Sweat for two games without pay for violating its performance-enhancing substances policy, sidelining him for matchups against the Falcons and Patriots. His absence further weakens Chicago’s pass rush, already strained by injury, though Austin Booker had two sacks in the team’s loss to Green Bay.

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Sam Okafor Booker had a good game against Green Bay so maybe he can keep filling in and help limit the damage.

Raiders No. 1 Pick Mendoza Makes NFL Debut — 3dRaiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza made his NFL debut in a blowout loss to the Patriots, entering in the fourth quarter with Las Vegas down 45-17. He completed 6 of 8 passes for 48 yards but failed to convert a late fourth down; Kirk Cousins is expected to remain the starter for now.

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Ruling could return dozen freed people to prisonPolitics — 3dA Supreme Court ruling bars people sentenced under older laws from relying on nonretroactive sentencing changes to qualify for compassionate release, potentially putting Patrick Dewayne Smith and about a dozen others at risk of returning to prison. Smith was released in 2024 under rules developed after the First Step Act, but federal prosecutors are challenging the legal basis for his release.

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