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Cincinnati defensive lineman Jabari Taylor (90) runs for a touchdown after recovering a fumble during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Kennesaw State, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

STAT WATCH: Bearcats' 11 sacks ties most in FBS in 3 years

Cincinnati begins this week at the top of the national sacks chart after recording 11 against Tulsa. The total tied the American Athletic Conference record and matches the most in a Bowl Subdivision … more

By ERIC OLSON | 10/3/22

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)

Tom Brady gets Bucs offense going, defense struggles

Tom Brady looked more like himself, carrying Tampa Bay’s offense with his arm. Only problem for the Buccaneers was the defense couldn’t stop Patrick Mahomes and the rest of Kansas City’s … more

By ROB MAADDI | 10/3/22

Atlanta Braves' Dansby Swanson reacts after hitting a solo home run in the first inning of a baseball against the New York Mets, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Hakim Wright Sr.)

Braves sweep Mets, take 2-game lead in East with 3 remaining

Dansby Swanson and Matt Olson homered for the third straight game, Travis d’Arnaud hit a go-ahead two-run single in the third inning, and Atlanta Braves beat the New York Mets 5-3, completing a … more

By GEORGE HENRY | 10/2/22

Fans watch as New York Yankees' Aaron Judge comes to bat during the third inning of the team's baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday, Sept. 30, 2022, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Yankees star Judge tries again for AL-record 62nd home run

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge has 61 home runs, matching the American League record set by Roger Maris of the Yankees in 1961. Judge and the Yankees are scheduled to play the Baltimore Orioles … more

By The Associated Press | 10/1/22

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is examined during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

Column: Tua shouldn't have played, but complex issues remain

There’s one thing we can all agree on: Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa had no business being on the field. Not in the second half last Sunday, after a blow to the head left him wobbly. … more

By PAUL NEWBERRY | 9/30/22

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones winds up to pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Paul Connors)

Pats QB Jones ruled out vs. Packers despite practice return

Patriots quarterback Mac Jones made a surprise return to the practice field on Friday, but was ruled out for this weekend's game at Green Bay. Jones was in uniform with his injured left ankle wrapped … more

By KYLE HIGHTOWER | 9/30/22

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) is sacked by Cincinnati Bengals' Josh Tupou (68) during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Cincinnati. Tagovailoa suffered a second frightening injury in five days when he was carted off the field Thursday. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel)

Dolphins' Tagovailoa has concussion, no timeline for return

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffered a concussion when he hit his head against the turf and underwent additional testing Friday. Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel says Tagovailoa had a … more

By ALANIS THAMES | 9/30/22

Chase Elliott's tire burns after he contacted the wall during the NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas, Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022. (AP Photo/Larry Papke)

NASCAR drivers fuming over concussions suffered in new car

NASCAR drivers are angry and concerned about their personal safety as the playoffs roar into one of the most chaotic and dangerous tracks on the circuit. Alex Bowman will miss Sunday’s race at … more

By JENNA FRYER | 9/30/22

FILE - Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) drives against Brooklyn Nets forward Blake Griffin (2) during the second half of Game 4 of an NBA basketball first-round playoff series, Monday, April 25, 2022, in New York. Veteran big man Blake Griffin has agreed to a contract with the Boston Celtics, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Friday, Sept. 30, 2022. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, FIle)

AP source: Celtics agree to terms with big man Blake Griffin

A person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press that veteran big man Blake Griffin has agreed to a contract with the Boston Celtics. The person confirmed the move on the condition of … more

By JIMMY GOLEN | 9/30/22

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) sacks New York Jets quarterback Joe Flacco (19) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)

Browns star Garrett listed as questionable after car crash

Cleveland Browns star defensive end Myles Garrett is being listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against Atlanta after suffering injuries when he lost control while speeding in his Porsche and … more

By TOM WITHERS | 9/30/22

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston speaks during an NFL press conference in London, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022 ahead of the NFL game against Minnesota Vikings at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium on Sunday. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

Saints QB Winston 'doubtful' vs. Vikings; Dalton ready

Saints coach Dennis Allen says quarterback Jameis Winston is “doubtful” to play New Orleans’ game against the Minnesota Vikings in London because of a back injury. Backup Andy Dalton took … more

By KEN MAGUIRE | 9/30/22

Washington Wizards' Monte Morris, left, plays against Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry during their preseason NBA basketball game, Friday, Sept. 30, 2022, at Saitama Super Arena, in Saitama, north of Tokyo. (AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko)

Wiseman stars as Warriors, Wizards open preseason in Tokyo

James Wiseman, who missed last season rehabilitating a right meniscal tear, scored 20 points on Friday as the defending champion Golden State Warriors defeated the Washington Wizards 96-87 to open … more

By CLAY BAILEY | 9/30/22

United States' A'ja Wilson reaches up to intercept the ball during their semifinal game at the women's Basketball World Cup against Canada in Sydney, Australia, Friday, Sept. 30, 2022. (AP Photo/Mark Baker)

US runs past Canada into World Cup gold medal game

Breanna Stewart scored 17 points and the United States raced out to an early lead to put away Canada 83-43, advancing to the gold medal game of the World Cup for the fourth consecutive tournament. … more

By DOUG FEINBERG | 9/30/22

Seattle Mariners, including Adam Frazier (26), J.P. Crawford, center, Chris Flexen (77), Luis Castillo, second from right, and Cal Raleigh, right, celebrate after a single by Crawford in the 11th inning drove in the winning run in a baseball game against the Texas Rangers, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Seattle. The Mariners won 10-9. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

Mariners outlast Rangers in 11, close in on playoff berth

Mitch Haniger and Jarred Kelenic both homered twice, J.P. Crawford singled home the winning run in the 11th inning and the Seattle Mariners closed in on their first playoff berth in 21 years by … more

By LUKE OLSON | 9/30/22

BYU quarterback Jaren Hall looks for a receiver during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Utah State on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)

Hall tosses 3 TDs, rallies No. 19 BYU past Utah State 38-26

Jaren Hall threw for 273 yards and three touchdowns to help No. 19 BYU to a 38-26 victory over Utah State. Hall, who favored his right shoulder after a late hit near the end of the third quarter. … more

By JOHN COON | 9/30/22

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani celebrates as Oakland Athletics' Nick Allen is thrown out at first to end the sixth inning of a baseball game Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Ohtani takes no-hitter into 8th, Angels beat Athletics 4-2

Two-way phenom Shohei Ohtani pitched no-hit ball into the eighth inning and extended his hitting streak to 14 games as he led the Los Angeles Angels over the Oakland Athletics 4-2. In his final home … more

By JOE REEDY | 9/30/22

FILE - New York Mets' Jacob deGrom walks onto the field with catcher Francisco Álvarez to pitch for Triple-A Syracuse against Omaha in a baseball game in Syracuse, N.Y., July 27, 2022. The first-place Mets are calling up top prospect Álvarez for their pivotal weekend series against the Atlanta Braves, according to a person familiar with the decision. The person confirmed the move to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Thursday night, Sept. 29, because the Mets had not yet announced the transaction. (Scott Schild/The Post-Standard via AP)

AP source: Mets calling up top prospect Álvarez vs Braves

The first-place New York Mets are calling up top prospect Francisco Álvarez for their pivotal weekend series against the Atlanta Braves, according to a person familiar with the decision. The person … more

By MIKE FITZPATRICK | 9/30/22

Los Angeles Angels starting pitcher Shohei Ohtani throws to the plate during the first inning of a baseball game against the Oakland Athletics Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Angels' Ohtani has no-hitter through 6 innings vs Athletics

Los Angeles Angels phenom Shohei Ohtani has a no-hitter through six innings against the Oakland Athletics. The two-way superstar from Japan and reigning AL MVP has thrown 72 pitches and struck out … more

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Cincinnati Bengals' Joe Mixon (28) celebrates a rushing touchdown against the Miami Dolphins during the first half of an NFL football game Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

Bengals top Miami 27-15 after injured Tagovailoa carted off

Joe Burrow tossed a late 2-yard touchdown pass to Hayden Hurst to seal a 27-15 win for the Cincinnati Bengals over Miami. The game was marred by the horrific sight of Dolphins quarterback Tua … more

By MITCH STACY | 9/29/22

Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel walks away as quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is taken off the field on a stretcher during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel)

Tagovailoa stretchered off field with head, neck injuries

Miami quarterback Tua Tagovailoa was taken off the field on a stretcher with head and neck injuries in Thursday night’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals, the Dolphins said. Tagovailoa was chased … more

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