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Editorial sports image for Falcons Smashing the Emergency Glass: Cooper Rush to Start Week 1NFL

Falcons Smashing the Emergency Glass: Cooper Rush to Start Week 1

The Atlanta Falcons are down to their QB3 for the season opener, with veteran Cooper Rush set to start against the Pittsburgh Steelers.InjuryRoster MoveBreaking NewsRead article
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D'Andre Swift Breaks the Running Back Matrix with Massive Bears Extension

The Chicago Bears have signed running back D'Andre Swift to a three-year, $33.75 million extension with $27.5 million guaranteed right before the start of the regular season.ContractRoster MoveBreaking News
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Tua Tagovailoa Ruled Out, Cooper Rush Gets the Start for Falcons Against Steelers

Tua Tagovailoa has been ruled out for the Atlanta Falcons' upcoming matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, handing the starting quarterback job to veteran backup Cooper Rush.InjuryRoster MoveGame Preview
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Cooper Rush Named Falcons Starting QB as Jack Strand Takes Backup Role

Head coach Kevin Stefanski announced Cooper Rush will start at quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons, with Jack Strand serving as the backup ahead of their matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.Roster MoveCoachingGame Preview
Editorial sports image for AJ Brown Headed to IR: Patriots Offense Loses Its AlphaNFL

AJ Brown Headed to IR: Patriots Offense Loses Its Alpha

The New England Patriots are placing star wide receiver AJ Brown on injured reserve with a high ankle sprain, sidelining him for at least four games.InjuryRoster MoveFantasy
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Suns Center Mark Williams Out Indefinitely After Offseason Shoulder Surgery

Phoenix Suns center Mark Williams underwent surgery for a torn labrum suffered in an offseason workout and will miss an extended period.InjuryRoster Move
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Braves Stash Lane Thomas on the IL Just in Time for Phillies Showdown

The Atlanta Braves have placed outfielder Lane Thomas on the injured list right before a critical home series against the Philadelphia Phillies.InjuryRoster Move
Editorial sports image for Red Wings Strip Dylan Larkin of Captaincy in Pre-Camp ShockerNHL

Red Wings Strip Dylan Larkin of Captaincy in Pre-Camp Shocker

The Detroit Red Wings have stripped Dylan Larkin of his captaincy right before training camp, creating massive locker room questions and throwing a wrench into the team's preseason vibes.Roster MoveBreaking News
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Bennedict Mathurin Officially Signs With the Pelicans

Bennedict Mathurin has officially signed his contract with the New Orleans Pelicans, adding a healthy guard to their backcourt rotation, though the financial details remain a mystery.ContractRoster MoveFree Agency
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Dodgers Swap Shohei Ohtani for a Prospect at DH

With Shohei Ohtani hitting the IL, the Dodgers are turning to a top hitting prospect to fill the DH role as they head to Miami.InjuryRoster MoveFantasy
Editorial sports image for Tua Tagovailoa Suffers Oblique Injury, Cooper Rush Takes Falcons QB1 RepsNFL

Tua Tagovailoa Suffers Oblique Injury, Cooper Rush Takes Falcons QB1 Reps

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffered an oblique injury in practice, forcing backup Cooper Rush into first-team reps ahead of a tough road matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.InjuryRoster MoveGame Preview
Editorial sports image for Cooper Rush Takes First-Team Reps for Falcons in Mid-Week ShakeupNFL

Cooper Rush Takes First-Team Reps for Falcons in Mid-Week Shakeup

Cooper Rush took all first-team practice reps for the Atlanta Falcons, signaling a major shift at quarterback ahead of Sunday.Roster MoveFantasyBetting
Editorial sports image for Chris Kreider Walks Away From $4 Million as Ducks Clear Massive Cap SpaceNHL

Chris Kreider Walks Away From $4 Million as Ducks Clear Massive Cap Space

Chris Kreider has cleared termination waivers, walking away from $4 million in salary and freeing up a $6.5 million cap hit for the Anaheim Ducks.ContractRoster Move