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Purdy is terrific at layering the football -- fitting it perfectly between the second and third levels of the defense. And it's a big reason why he's playing at an MVP level this season.
Questions swirl Washington following last Sunday's embarrassing tie with the Giants. Where will they go from here?
Rams wideout Davante Adams ruptured a hamstring in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, and he will be sidelined for six to 10 weeks, coach Sean McVay announced.
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season after doctors discovered multiple blood clots in his lungs, according to NFL Network and ESPN.
The Hornets and forward Brandon Miller agreed to a five-year, $209 million rookie-scale contract extension.
Aaron Boone will return for his 10th season as manager of the Yankees in 2027, a source told ESPN on Monday, confirming a report by the Bergen Record.
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