Jay Cutler ignites Alshon Jeffery in Bears' upset win
Jay Cutler's return, along with a big game by rookie running back Jordan Howard, guided the Bears to a Halloween-night upset of the Vikings.
Jay Cutler's return, along with a big game by rookie running back Jordan Howard, guided the Bears to a Halloween-night upset of the Vikings.
Jeffery scores first TD of season
It's all about execution for Cutler
Riddick calls Cutler 'the ultimate tease'
Howard breaks off huge gain for Bears
Moss says Vikings have lost their mojo
Bears sack Bradford on third-and-goal
Jeffery makes nice catch on 34-yard reception
The Thunder signed center Steven Adams and guard Victor Oladipo to extensions before Monday's midnight deadline.
Hall of Fame quarterback Jim Kelly has no qualms saying that Tom Brady of the Bills-rival Patriots is the best quarterback of all time.
Pittsburgh Steelers right tackle Marcus Gilbert said he doesn't understand reigning MVP Cam Newton's complaints about cheap shots when Newton delivers his own hits to opposing defenders.
The Packers released Knile Davis on Monday, less than two weeks after acquiring him in a trade with Kansas City to bolster Green Bay's injury-depleted backfield.
The Cubs will go with the same battery for Game 6 as they did for Game 2, with Willson Contreras behind the plate for starter Jake Arrieta, manager Joe Maddon said.
Mets prospect Tim Tebow was hurt sliding while playing in the Arizona Fall League.
Yes, the Cubs head to Cleveland on the ropes. But they have the pitching and power to slug their way back into this World Series.
Rondo, Wade and Butler team up for alley-oop
No stopping Griffin and his up-and-under layup
Rudy Gay bruises the rim and defender's ego with dunk
Jordan throws it down with monstrous one-hand alley-oop
Wade schools Bogdanovic, finishes with layup plus foul
Griffin to Jordan alley-oops are always a good idea
Sefolosha shows the style with incredible reverse layup
Jordan doesn't need to face the hoop to dunk
McDermott shanks dunk attempt
No easy baskets when Temple's lurking for massive block
Tom Brady leads the NFL in completion percentage, QBR and yards per attempt, and he hasn't thrown an INT, all at age 39. Surprised? New England is actually running the ball more, as well.
A shaky opening week has Golden State in uncharted territory. Triple-double machine Russell Westbrook is powering OKC. Where does each team stand heading into Thursday's showdown in Oakland?
The Golden State Warriors are 2-1 but not playing anything like a super team. Steph Curry says that's not a reason to panic.
Next summer has another loaded class of free agents. Kevin Pelton ranks the top 30.
ESPN's guide to everything you need to know about this weekend's World Series of Poker main event final table, from player profiles to broadcast times and how to watch the action.
We are, undeniably, in the one-and-done era in college hoops. So freshmen are always a big deal in a catch-them-while-you-can kind of way. But this year is different. This class is special.
These teams are the best in the land according to the polls. Each of them -- even Duke and Kentucky -- has at least one big issue that could derail its season. (Hint: Guards and experience.)
Who are the best point guards in the 2017 NBA draft class? Three potential All-Stars top Chad Ford's list.
What happens if Nebraska beats Ohio State, the Buckeyes knock off Michigan, and then Wisconsin clips the Wolverines in the Big Ten title game? Every Power 5 conference has a frightening what-if.
Texas defensive end Breckyn Hager said Monday that the Longhorns' approach on defense this week will be to injure Texas Tech QB Patrick Mahomes II. Hager apologized for his comments hours later.
Tennessee started 5-0, but the Volunteers have fallen on hard times with a three-game losing streak. They're one of three teams dropped from CFP contention after Week 9 by the Eliminator.
Tennessee running back Jalen Hurd has told the school he plans to transfer, Volunteers coach Butch Jones said Monday.
Montreal's Shea Weber is making an early case for MVP, while Connor McDavid and the Oilers look slick on both sides of the puck. And Devan Dubnyk has backstopped the Wild all the way to No. 3.
To make a run in the NFC South, the Panthers need Cam Newton playing without worry of injury. And they'll need officials to protect him like other QBs.
Nelson Agholor's comments that his key drop in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys was "nothing" disappointed Eagles coach Doug Pederson, who addressed the comments Monday.
The Chiefs said Monday that they don't believe Alex Smith has any head trauma a day after the quarterback was pulled against the Colts because of a concussion.
Johnson, who ranks ninth in NFL history in catches and 10th in receiving yards, faces stiff competition, but luckily for him the HOF selection board doesn't judge players' win-loss percentage.
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Here's a possible solution to Man United's issues. Plus, it was a good weekend for Real Madrid, while Nice march on and Arsenal enjoy depth up front.
Pep Guardiola knew Lionel Messi was a talent at the 2006 World Cup. Now he must figure out how to stop the player he managed, writes Graham Hunter.
Joe Gibbs teammates Kyle Busch, Matt Kenseth and Denny Hamlin were none too pleased with one another at Martinsville on Sunday. John Oreovicz writes about that and more in the Monday Rundown.
How well does welterweight titlist Jessie Vargas match up with veteran Manny Pacquiao as Saturday's showdown approaches? We have some answers.
El mexicano confesó que Ronaldo ha sido el mejor jugador con el que ha compartido la cancha.
Paul Pierce may be sidelined with an ankle injury, but he's gotten into the Halloween spirit by dressing up for tonight's game as Rick James.
Doug McDermott found himself open for the dunk, but he couldn't convert thanks in part to the rim.
The Thunder make it official, announcing extensions for Victor Oladipo (four years, $84 million) and Steven Adams (four years, $100 million). The Thunder discussed an extension with Andre Roberson but didn't reach a deal. He'll be a restricted free agent next summer.
According to ESPN Stats and Information, the 403 yards the Vikings allowed on Monday night were the most they'd given up since allowing 433 in a 38-7 loss to the Seahawks last December.
Captain Munnerlyn said his foot is fine; X-rays were negative, and he was going to go back in the game if needed.
The Thunder and Hornets just officially announced the contract extensions they've reached with Steven Adams, Victor Oladipo and Cody Zeller.
Alshon Jeffery fantasy owners finally got some red zone production tonight. The Bears WR scored his first TD of the season and he saw multiple red zone targets vs. the Vikings. Plus, with Jay Cutler starting at QB for the Bears, the 50/50 ball on the fade route was back in play. That allows Jeffery to use his size/catch radius to make plays down the field. Jeffery only finished with 63 yards on four receptions (eight targets), but it's clear that Cutler is looking to get him the football.
Cliff Josephy got a nice surprise on stage after the second day of the World Series of Poker Main Event Final Table.
Play has ended for the night. Qui Nguyen (197.6 MM) once again leads overnight, with Gordon Vayo (89 MM) and Cliff Josephy (50 MM) hoping to come from behind. It all wraps up Tuesday night, with coverage beginning at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN and WatchESPN.
After fighting on a short stack for much of Day 2 of the 2016 WSOP main event final table, Michael Ruane succumbed in 4th place. His Kh-Qh was no match for Qui Nguyen's Ah-Js as it ran out 9h-9s-2s-Jc-8d. Nguyen neared 170 MM chips after that win.
Captain Munnerlyn, who left the game with a foot injury, just went into the X-ray room at Soldier Field.
USC coach Clay Helton, on his radio show, said RB Justin Davis (ankle) is a possibility to play this week against Oregon, but the more realistic target for his return is against Washington on Nov. 12.
Jordan Howard went to work on the Vikings defense tonight. The Bears rookie RB posted 153 yards rushing and a TD on 26 carries. Plus, he also produced 49 yards receiving on four grabs. That's over 200-yards of total offense versus one of the top defenses I've watched on tape this season. Howard doesn't have the long-speed to stretch the defense in the open field, but the focus should be on his acceleration through the hole, the vision to find daylight and his power to run through contact. At 230-pounds, Howard is a really good fit for the Bears zone running scheme. Impressive night for the rookie in Chicago's 20-10 win on the national stage.
Take your pick of the Vikings' issues in a 20-10 loss to the Bears: They gave up three plays of 30 yards or more (doubling their season total). They allowed rookie Jordan Howard to run for 153 yards, and they allowed Sam Bradford to be sacked five times. Instead of taking a two-game lead in the NFC North, they are up by a game before Sunday's match up with the Detroit Lions.
It's easy for Blake Griffin to pick up assists when he can throw it up to the rim where DeAndre Jordan is waiting for the two-handed flush.
Aided by a strong defensive effort, the Bears played a solid offensive game led by running back Jordan Howard (150 plus all-purpose yards) and Jay Cutler, who passed for 252 yards and one touchdown in his return. Chicago's 20-10 victory over the Vikings improves their record to 2-6 on the year.
Bears QB Jay Cutler was introduced to a mix of cheers and boos before tonight's game. Nothing but loud applause as he just jogged into Bears tunnel with an upset victory.
Bears beat Vikings 20-10 to cap off NFL Week 8. The ViewFromVegas is they did it as 5.5-point home underdogs and +200 on the money line. The game stayed under the betting total of 39.5. The public didn't do too well tonight with the Vikings failing to cover, but still had a good weekend overall as favorites went 8-4 ATS (Raiders-Buccaneers closed pick 'em) and overs were 9-4.
DeAndre Jordan gets away from his defender, and with the feed from Chris Paul, throws down the two-hand reverse jam.
Sam Bradford connected with Stefon Diggs on a 25-yard TD pass to cut the Vikings' deficit against the Bears to 20-10 late in the fourth quarter.
The Cubs are back in town. After extending the World Series with their dramatic Game 5 win, the Cubs have arrived in Cleveland on Monday night.
Not all of the Cubs took Joe Maddon up on the memo to dress up for Halloween, but Carl Edwards Jr. certainly did.
Jay Cutler and Alshon Jeffery are not on the same page as Cutler's throw hits Jeffery in the back of his helmet. Still, the Bears kicked a field goal on the drive to go up 6-0 on the Vikings in the second quarter.
A+ to Bears DT Akiem Hicks' sack dance. That is some kind of detailed choreography.