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Sydney are determined not to be jumped again by a GWS Giants side ready to match the Swans renowned midfield ferocity in front of the largest crowd ever to witness the AFLs youngest club. Shaquill Griffin Jersey .More than 60,00 fans are expected to attend Saturdays final Australian rules game at ANZ Stadium and the first Sydney finals derby.ANZ Stadium is just a few minutes walk from the Giants training base and the Olympic Park precinct was getting behind their local side on Friday.One hotel was getting festooned in Giants orange and travellers emerging from Olympic Park train station heard the club song blaring out of loudspeakers.The two Sydney derbies earlier in the season were won by the home team, but the Swans 42-point loss at Spotless Stadium was their heaviest defeat of the season.They were physical, they were ready to go, Swans forward Gary Rohan told AAP.This time I think weve got to be on the front foot first instead of waiting for what they are going to dish up.We need to get our hands on the ball and put our bodies on the line and go from there.Giants co-captain Phil Davis said the Swans greatest strength was their midfield.All-Australians Josh Kennedy, Dan Hannebery and Luke Parker plus emerging star Tom Mitchell will do battle with Giants Callan Ward, Stephen Coniglio and Dylan Shiel.They are the best contested ball side in the comp, they are a very good clearance side, so if we can match it inside with them, it will give us every chance, Davis said.If you look at all the games this year the Swans are involved in, they are the highest pressure games.Once you go into a final the pressure is going to increase even more from that, so its going to be hot football in there.Davis will renew his established rivalry with Swans spearhead Lance Franklin.Franklins 74 goals are almost three times more than the next best Swan, while the Giants have four players who have kicked 34 or more majors.Although Sydney have nine more players with finals experience, they have five first-season players to just one for GWS.SYDNEY SWANS 1st (17-5) V GWS GIANTS 4TH (16-6)* ll-time head-to-head: Swans 8-2* Season head-to-head: 1-1, Swans 14.9 (93) Giants 10.8 (68), SCG rd 3, Giants 15.15 (105) Swans 9.9 (63) Spotless Stadium, rd 12* Record at ANZ Stadium: Swans 32-22, Giants 0-3* Points for: Swans 2221 (4th in comp) Giants 2380 (2nd)* Points against: Swans (1469, 1st in comp) Giants 1663 (4th)* Leading goalkicker; Swans: Lance Franklin 74 (2nd in comp), Giants: Jeremy Cameron (49, 7th)* Most possessions: Swans: Dan Hannebery 688, (3rd in comp), Giants: Stephen Coniglio (591, 20th)* Players with finals experience: Swans 15, Giants 6 Richard Sherman Jersey . Belfort (24-10) needed just 77 seconds to down Henderson in the headlining bout of Saturdays "UFC Fight Night: Belfort vs. Henderson" event at Goiania Arena in Goiania, Brazil. The fight served as a rematch of the pairs 2006 meeting, which Henderson won by decision. Steve Largent Jersey . Fellow centre Pavel Datsyuk remains out because of a concussion. Zetterberg has 11 goals and 19 assists for a team-high 30 points, and Datsyuk has a team-high 12 goals and 11 assists. http://www.theseahawksauthenticonline.com/Tyler-Lockett-Jersey/ .C. -- Manny Malhotra had two goals and an assist, leading the Carolina Hurricanes to a 6-3 win over the Ottawa Senators on Saturday. LOS ANGELES -- The Rams released cornerback Coty Sensabaugh on Saturday, less than seven months after signing him to a three-year deal that was worth upward of $19 million.To take Sensabaughs spot on the 53-man roster, the Rams promoted defensive lineman Morgan Fox from the practice squad.Fox, an undrafted free agent out of Colorado State-Pueblo, dominated in the preseason finale against the Minnesota Vikings, with two sacks, two tackles for loss and four quarterback hits.Now hell provide depth for a defensive line that could be without three starters for Sundays home game against the Buffalo Bills, with Will Hayes (ankle), Robert Quinn (shoulder) and Michael Brockers (hip) all questionable after barely practicing this week.Sensabaugh will earn $4.5 million for his time with the Rams, a figure that includes a $1 million guaranteed base salary and a $3.5 million guaranteed roster bonus, according to ESPNs Adam Caplan. Sensabaugh is also owed a $1 million roster bonus next March.Sensabaugh had been left without a role and wasnt even active this past Sunday. The 27-year-old caame over after playing mostly as the inside corner on nickel packages during his first four years with the Tennessee Titans. Amara Darboh Seahawks Jersey. But Lamarcus Joyner has thrived in that role with the Rams, and E.J. Gaines has returned from injury to start as the second outside corner, opposite Trumaine Johnson.Sensabaugh started in Gaines spot during the season opener but was benched in favor of Troy Hill, an undrafted free agent, early in Week 2 and didnt take a single snap on defense in Week 3. Sensabaugh then did not dress for the Week 4 matchup against the Cardinals from University of Phoenix Stadium.Rams coach Jeff Fisher attributed that to injuries, prompting him to activate additional linemen to help on special teams and indicated that Sensabaugh could be active this Sunday.Coty has a role, and Cotys done fine, Fisher said then.But the Rams injuries on the defensive line, not to mention Sensabaughs own ineffectiveness in coverage, prompted a split.Cheap NFL Jerseys Cheap NFL Jerseys China Cheap Jerseys From China Cheap NFL Jerseys Authentic Wholesale Jerseys China Cheap NFL Jerseys China NFL Cheap Jerseys ' ' '
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The Impact and Red Bulls (9-7-7) have the most points in the Eastern Conference with 31 points apiece. However, Montreal is still first overall in the conference because it has played two fewer games than New York. The Red Bulls also have two more losses than the Impact. "When youre afraid like this -- we (knew) we had to score some goals and (earn) some points here -- but when you dont believe in something, you dont have a chance," said Impact manager Marco Schallibaum. "The team that comes from far away to be in first place is good. But to stay there is very difficult because everybody wants to beat you. "We must be stronger on the field. Thats why I say they (were) too afraid. When youre (in) first (place), you must play like a top team and in the first half we werent a top team." Facing a New York team that had entered the game having lost three of four, the Impact had eight shot attempts on goal and Red Bulls goalkeeper Luis Robles only had to make four saves. His most difficult saves were diving stops in the 49th and 71st minutes. "We didnt score tonight," said Montreal midfielder Justin Mapp. That was somewhat problematic as New York spent the majority of the match dictating play. The Red Bulls finished the game with 11 shots on goal. "At some point it is probably frustrating," Perkins said of the New York attack. "Over the past four games its beeen like that. Nelson Agholor Jersey. ." Thierry Henry, Eric Alexander, Tim Cahill and Peguy Lyuindula scored for New York. Henry also added two assists. Henry was directly responsible for New Yorks first three goals. He set up Alexanders game-opening goal at the 10 minute mark with a quick pass. Alexander split three defenders in the box before driving a shot past Perkins to the far left corner to give New York a 1-0 lead. Five minutes later, Henry doubled the advantage when he tapped Fabian Espindolas crossing feed into the net. New York midfielder Tim Cahill headed Henrys corner kick in the 63rd minute past Perkins to increase the Red Bulls lead to 3-0. "Hes a good player," Schallibaum said of Henry. "Hes been showing us for 20 years hes a good player. We know the quality (of) Thierry Henry and he (showed) us again tonight. Congratulations." Lyuindula ended the scoring with a penalty kick goal in the 87th minute. The forward was taken down in the box and he converted for his first goal in the MLS. "Peguy has a vision of the game thats better than most people," said New York coach Mike Petke. "He sees things, his control is great; hes a setup man he hasnt been able to find the back of the net. As a forward thats frustrating. "I think its very important that Peguy stepped up and took that shot and converted it. Its all about (scoring streaks) and its all about confidence for forwards specifically. So now hopefully we could count on one more (forward) thats going to get on a roll. That would be great." 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Some replays suggested he had, but with the benefit of the doubt going to Anderson, Marsh was denied again.Not out or out After a strong start, Ireland were wobbling and Sean Terry only worsened their situation with lack of awareness off the first ball he faced. Terry was hit on the pads by Daniel Worrall, who turned to deliver a prolonged appeal. The ball was with Australia captain Steve Smith, who saw that Terry had left his crease while the appeal was ongoing, and reacted quickly to throw the ball onto the stumps and find Terry short of his ground.Caught or grassed II Irelands fielding had let them down against South Africa on Sunday, and it did not seem to have improved over the two days. Their first chance came early, in the fourth over, when Usman Khawaja top-edged a pull off Barry McCarthy. Peter Chase had to run in from long leg to take the catch. While he got to it and had the ball in his hands, it then popped out. 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With the amount of money given to players by their clubs these days, it is a wonder that so many of those teams allow the sport to continue to take away many of their assets so they can play for a different team in the middle of their season. ORLANDO, Fla. -- Scott Frost wasnt sure what he was walking into upon taking over at UCF last December.What he has found out in the last 11 months is he inherited a gritty group of players willing to accept coaching and do whatever it takes to return to respectability. The Knights (6-4, 4-2 American Athletic) took a major step Saturday, beating Cincinnati 24-3 to become bowl-eligible after going 0-12 last season.Im happy for our players, said Frost, who was still dripping wet after receiving a Gatorade bath prior to the games end. 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MONTREAL -- For a player who had just sat out two games with a virus, Alexander Radulov had plenty of energy.The Russian winger set up goals by linemates Paul Byron and Alex Galchenyuk as the Montreal Canadiens ended a three-game skid with a 2-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night.Montreal (14-3-2) has won 12 straight games against its oldest rival dating to Jan. 18, 2014.Radulov was all over the ice in his return, picking up two assists and skating hard at both ends. He had missed games Tuesday against Florida and Friday at Carolina with an illness that he first felt during a 3-2 loss last Sunday in Chicago.It was bad, said Radulov, whose 16 points in 17 games place him second on the team in scoring to Galchenyuk. I had a fever. ... In Chicago, I felt it in the morning but it wasnt that bad. But it got worse overnight and I went to the hospital. But I battled through.Having a healthy Radulov back seemed to pick up the entire team. The Canadiens needed that, as well as Carey Prices 31 saves, in an entertaining, end-to-end game against the quick, young Maple Leafs.Radulov, a former Nashville Predator, has been a pleasant surprise for Montreal since he signed a one-year deal as a free agent in the summer after playing four seasons in the KHL.Weve all been around people who have that kind of energy, and its contagious, Canadiens defenseman Shea Weber, not intending a pun, said of Radulov. That be-positive attitude. Guys feed off that. Its not an act. Its who he is.As coach Michel Therrien put it: Hes intense. He loves practice. He loves meetings. He loves the game.William Nylander scored for the Maple Leafs (8-7-3), who were coming off a pair of home wins in which they totaled 12 goals.They pushed hard in the third period, but couldnt get a second goal past Price.Were happy with the way we battled at the end, Toronto defenseman Morgan Reilly said. We were right there the whole game.It wwas a one-shot difference. 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Galchenyuk put the puck into an open side 32 seconds into the second.Toronto struck back on the man advantage at 8:47 on an equally sweet three-way passing play, this time in tight traffic as the puck went from Auston Matthews to Leo Komarov to Nylander alone on the right side for his sixth of the season.Theyve got a skilled, young team, Weber said. Theyre good on the power play and theyve got speed.I thought we did a good job of staying behind them and taking away that speed a bit.It was the second meeting this season between the rivals. The Canadiens also won 2-1 at home on Oct. 29. Their next two matchups are in Toronto on Jan. 7 and Feb. 25.Game notes Canadiens captain Max Pacioretty played his 500th NHL game. ... Martin Marincin, Peter Holland and Frank Corrado were scratched for Toronto, while Montreal sat out Daniel Carr and Greg Pateryn.UP NEXTMaple Leafs: Host the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday night.Canadiens: Host the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night. 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SPRINGFIELD, N.J. -- Another major championship is upon us, and so quickly. Werent we just lamenting the possibility of gusty winds and sideways rain off the coast of Scotland?That has been replaced by temperatures 40 degrees warmer, five time zones but just 11 days removed from the thrilling conclusion to The Open at Royal Troon.With barely any time to get acclimated, the PGA Championship is set to begin at Baltusrol Golf Club on Thursday morning. The rain and chill of Scotland has been replaced by New Jerseys unrelenting heat and humidity for the years final major championship.And for the first time since 1968, two major champions will be crowned in the same month -- provided Mother Nature does not push the 98th PGA Championship to a Monday finish.Theres no time to really dwell on anything, said Rory McIlroy, a two-time PGA Championship winner who is ranked No. 4 in the world. You can just keep going forward. It could actually be a good thing for some people.Perhaps Henrik Stenson? The Open champion is riding a wave of good play, having won the BMW International Open last month in Germany prior to his historic Open victory, during which he matched a major championship scoring record with a final-round 63.Stenson outdueled Phil Mickelson, who played brilliantly himself, finishing 11 strokes ahead of the next competitor. Mickelson, 46, is returning to the scene of his 2005 PGA Championship victory, with no time to feel sorry for himself after a performance that would have won 140 of the 145 Opens.Because we have a big tournament coming up right now and because I am playing well, he said, I dont want to let an opportunity, another really good opportunity that I have to play a PGA Championship here at Baltusrol at a course I like while my game is sharp ... and let the effects or disappointment linger.The idea is to just get back and start playing at that level again, and hopefully it will be enough this week.The PGA Championship has been played in August since 1971; that year, it moved to a February date in Florida. The last time two majors were completed in the same month was 1968, when Gary Player won The Open on July 13 at Carnoustie, Scotland, followed by Julius Boros PGA Championship victory on July 21 in San Antonio, Texas. (Player skipped the PGA that year.)The move this year was necessitated by golfs return to the Olympic Games in two weeks, hence the PGA being played two weeks earlier than usual. PGA of America officials say they are fine with it -- the tournament has announced a sellout -- aand players for the most part have come to terms with the unusual schedule. Nike Air Max 97 Mens Sale. Preferably one more week would have been a good thing, said Stenson.After winning The Open, Stenson headed to Switzerland for an outing, then to his home in Sweden to visit with family before returning to the U.S. over the weekend.But at the same time, when youve got the momentum and youre playing well, it might not be bad to get straight back at it, he said. It could be a bit of both.Stenson admitted, however, that the schedule has been brutal and will continue to be. Hes playing for Sweden in the Olympics, and then the four-tournament FedEx Cup playoffs -- over five weeks -- begins just two weeks later. Then comes the Ryder Cup.I know Im going to be sleeping for at least a week after the Ryder Cup, Stenson said. Thats kind of blocked out in the calendar. Just a couple of zzzzzs next to each other for a week. I knew this was going to be the case. We were going to have four months of virtually nonstop golf. Its always the busy part of the schedule, but even more so in the 2016 schedule.Defending champion Jason Day has seen his preparation impacted by the tight schedule. Two weeks ago he was battling the elements in Scotland. A week ago he traveled to Toronto to defend his Canadian Open title; he didnt contend at either tournament.He planned a much-needed day off for Monday and felt under the weather on Tuesday, electing to skip a practice round. That meant Wednesday was his only look at Baltusrol.With the limited practice and limited prep that Ive had this week, Im not coming into this week expecting a lot, said Day, the No. 1-ranked player in the world who has won three times this year. Obviously, Im expecting to win, but Im not really going to go out and force things straightaway. Ive got to really try and manage my patience out there.Last year Day set a majors scoring record in relation to par, shooting 20 under at Whistling Straits to capture his first major championship. Since then, three more first-time major winners have prevailed: Danny Willett, Dustin Johnson and Stenson.With the deepest field of any of the majors, predicting a PGA winner is always a challenge, made more so by the difficulties of the schedule and the various obstacles it has presented up to this point.But 72 holes are on tap for the next four days, the low score wins, and someone will make history, regardless. 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The Cowboys lead 7-0 on a 31-yard pass from Dak Prescott to Terrance Williams with 6:14 left in the second quarter.---8:36 p.m.The Cowboys-Giants game is underway at MetLife Stadium. The snow has stopped and the Giants offense stalled after getting a first down on the opening series. The Cowboys went three-and-out.---7:40 p.m.Tampa Bays defense intercepted Drew Brees three times, including a game-sealing pick by Keith Tandy, as the Buccaneers helped their playoff chances with a 16-11 win over New Orleans.Vernon Hargreaves and Brent Grimes also had interceptions for the Buccaneers, who improved to 8-5 and all but eliminated the Saints from playoff contention.In San Francisco, a career-high 193 yards rushing by Carlos Hyde and a 17-3 halftime lead werent enough for the 49ers -- who lost 23-17 to the New York Jets in overtime.Other results from Sundays late games:- Atlanta 42, Los Angeles 14.- Green Bay 38, Seattle 10.---6:50 p.m.Its a blowout going into the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field, where the Green Bay Packers have a 28-3 lead on the Seattle Seahawks.The Packers need a win to keep pace in the NFC North with first-place Detroit. Minnesota, which was tied for second with the Packers going into the evening, won earlier Sunday.Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers has thrown three touchdown passes, while Seattles Russell Wilson has thrown a career-high four interceptions. The Seahawks defense is getting gashed in its first game without safety Earl Thomas, who is out for the year with a broken leg.---6:30 p.m.Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson has thrown his career-high fourth interception.Cornerback Damarious Randall picked off the pass after the ball bounced off receiver Doug Baldwins hands and helmet, with Green Bay leading 21-3. Randall had a 26-yard return to the Seahawks 32.It was the second pick off a deflection for the Packers.---6:20 p.m.San Francisco receiver Torrey Smith has left the game against the New York Jets with a concussion.Smiths helmet slammed against the turf following an incomplete pass in the third quarter. Smith was down on the ground for several minutes before being carted off the field with a towel draped over his head.Smith was motionless for a stretch at first with several players on their knees out of concern. Smith was able to move and was sitting up on the cart as he was taken to the locker room. He has been ruled out of the game.- Josh Dubow reporting from Santa Clara, California---6 p.m.The Seattle Seahawks are off to a terrible start at Lambeau Field, down 21-3 to the Green Bay Packers at halftime.Russell Wilson has thrown two interceptions, the second coming with 21 seconds left in the second quarter to sprinting cornerback Damarious Randall at the Packers goal line.Seattles defense is getting gashed in its first game without safety Earl Thomas, who is out for the year with a broken leg. Linebacker K.J. Wright slipped on consecutive plays, the second coming on a 9-yard touchdown catch by receiver Jordy Nelson to give Green Bay an 18-point lead.Quarterback Aaron Rodgers is 12 of 15 for 202 yards and two touchdowns.In the other late afternoon games: Atlanta leads Los Angeles 21-0 and Tampa Bay is ahead of New Orleans 13-8 with both games at halftime, while San Francisco leads the New York Jets 17-6 midway through the third quarter.---5:30 p.m.Randall Cobb dashed out of the tunnel back to the Green Bay Packers sideline, then re-entered the game late in the second quarter, so his left ankle appears to be fine.The rest of the Packers are feeling great, too, after Aaron Rodgers threw his second touchdown pass of the game, a 9-yarder to Jordy Nelson, for a 21-3 lead with 5:15 left in the second quarter.Nelson was covered by Seattle linebacker K.J. Wright, who slipped on the play and allowed Nelson to get open. Wright also slipped on the previous play that resulted in a 24-yard pass to Ty Montgomery to set up Nelsons score.---5:15 p.m.Packers receiver Randall Cobb headed back to the locker room on the front seat of a cart early in the second quarter with a left ankle injury.The injury came after Cobb had three catches and 33 yards on a series that ended with a punt.But the absence of Cobb didnt bother the Packers on their next drive. They cashed in on Morgan Burnetts interception of Russell Wilson with a 1-yard touchdown run by Ty Montgomery for a 14-3 lead at 9:36 of the second quarter.---5 p.m.The Green Bay Packers are off to a quick start thanks to a vintage deep throw by Aaron Rodgers.The two-time NFL MVP moved right out of the pocket, threw off his back foot and found receiver Davante Adams down the right sideline with a perfectly-thrown ball at the Seattle 27.Cornerback Jeremy Lane slipped, and Adams cut left for an easy sprint into the end zone for a 66-yard touchdown.It was the longest play from scrimmage this year for the Packers, and a career-long reception for third-year receiver.The defense got a key stop, too, on third-and-1 from the Packers 9 after Thomas Rawls appeared to slip on a carry behind the line scrimmage, limiting Seattle to a field goal. The Packers lead 7-3 after one quarter in a game they must win to keep pace with first-place Detroit in the NFC North. The Lions beat the Bears earlier Sunday.---4:50 p.m.LeVeon Bell was right at home in the snow in Buffalo, setting a Pittsburgh franchise record with 236 yards rushing as the Steelers won their fourth game in a row with a 27-20 win over the Bills.Miami also had no problems in inclement weather, overcoming a late downpour to down Arizona 26-23 thanks to a game-ending 21-yard field goal by Andrew Franks.Washington, meanwhile, kept its playoff hopes alive with a 27-22 win at Philadelphia -- with DeSean Jackson hauling in an 80-yard touchdown while finishing with 102 yards receiving.Other results from Sundays early games:- Detroit 20, Chicago 17- Tennessee 13, Denver 10- Carolina 28, San Diego 16- Cincinnati 23, Cleveland 10- Houston 22, Indianapolis 17- Minnesota 25, Jacksonville 16.There are four late afternoon games: New York Jets at San Francisco, Seattle at Green Bay, Atlanta at Los Angeles and New Orleans at Tampa Bay.---4:45 p.m.The San Francisco 49ers and New York Jets each lost key players to injuries in the first quarter.New York running back Matt Forte left with a knee injury and will not return.San Francisco center Daniel Kilgore hurt a leg and also will not return. The Niners already had to shuffle their line with left tackle Joe Staley inactive with an injured hamstring.Marcus Martin stepped in at center, with Zane Beadles moving from left guard to left tackle in Staleys place.- Josh Dubow reporting from Santa Clara, California.---4:40 p.m.The Rams couldnt have thought up a poorer way to begin a game than this.Michael Thomas fumbled the opening kickoff from the Atlanta Falcons, letting it bounce off his chest and hands with nobody near him. He failed to track down the loose ball, and Atlanta recovered at the Los Angeles 3.Matt Ryan then hit Justin Hardy with a TD pass on the Falcons first snap. Just 10 seconds into the game, Atlanta led 7-0.Jared Goff and the Rams then moved the ball deep into Atlanta territory, but Kenny Britt allowed a pass to bounce off his hands, and Ricardo Allen intercepted it.- Greg Beacham reporting from Los Angeles.---4:05 p.m.Dolphins special teams player Walt Aikens returned a blocked extra point for a two-point conversion against Arizona.Jordan Phillips blocked the kick by Chandler Catanzaro after a low snap. The ball squirted to the side, and Aikens scooped it up on the run and raced to the end zone, putting Miami ahead 23-15 midway through the fourth quarter.-Steven Wine reporting from Miami---3:45 p.m.Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill limped off the field late in the third quarter after being hit on the left leg as he completed a pass against Arizona.Tannehill was on his back while being examined by the medical staff and then rose and left the game. He walked gingerly to the locker room accompanied by a trainer.Tannehill, who hasnt missed a game in his five-year career, was replaced by Matt Moore with Miami leading 21-9.-Steven Wine reporting from Miami---3:45 p.m.Caleb Sturgis hit a 41-yard field goal with 4:59 left to give the Eagles a 22-21 lead after holder Donnie Jones got the high snap from third-string long snapper Trey Burton down in time.The Eagles lost long snapper Jon Dorenbos to a right wrist injury. Backup Brent Celek made a poor snap on a 50-yard field goal attempt and then suffered a stinger, leaving Burton to handle the tough task.- Rob Maaddi reporting from Philadelphia.---3:40 p.m.Darren Sproles left the field on his own and headed back to the locker room area for tests after taking a hard shot to the head while trying to catch a punt. Washingtons Deshazor Everett ran Sproles over and players from both sides immediately started pushing and shoving.Sproles remained down for a couple minutes before walking off. Ryan Mathews is the last healthy running back active for Philadelphia. Wendell Smallwood injured his right knee in the first half. Kenjon Barner was a healthy scratch.- Rob Maaddi reporting from Philadelphia.---3:35 p.m.Left tackle Joe Staley will miss his first game for the San Francisco 49ers since the end of the 2010 season.Staley had made 92 consecutive starts before being sidelined by a hamstring injury for Sundays game against the New York Jets.For the Jets, 2015 second-round receiver Devin Smith is suiting up for his first game since tearing his ACL last season.- Josh Dubow reporting from Santa Clara, California---3:10 p.m.The Los Angeles Rams will be without two key defensive starters when they attempt to slow their skid against Atlanta.Defensive end Robert Quinn has been ruled out for the second straight game due to a concussion, and cornerback E.J. Gaines is out with a thigh injury for the Rams (4-8), who have lost seven of eight. Quinn is a versatile pass-rushing threat, while Gaines has struggled in coverage in recent games.The Falcons (7-5) are without their top two receivers, Julio Jones and Mohamed Sanu.- Greg Beacham reporting from Los Angeles.---3:05 p.m.Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa has been ruled out for the rest of the game against the Panthers with a neck injury.Bosa, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2016 NFL draft, was injured in the second quarter while sacking Panthers quarterback Cam Newton. He was taken to the locker room and evaluated for a concussion.Bosa didnt appear to have his head up as he collided with the 6-foot-5, 245-pound Newton in the backfield and his neck snapped back on contact. He remained on the field for a few minutes before being helped to the sideline.Its been a rough day for the Chargers.Not only are they trailing the Panthers 23-7 at halftime but they also lost running back Melvin Gordon to a hip injury in the first quarter. Cornerback Craig Mager remains out with an elbow injury he sustained in the first half and right tackle Joe Barksdale is trying to play through an ankle injury, although he is limping noticeably.---2:50 p.m.Buffalo Bills receiver Sammy Watkins has scored his first touchdown in nearly a calendar year.It was an 8-yard catch from Tyrod Taylor midway through the second quarter that cut Pittsburghs lead to 14-7. Watkins is playing his third consecutive game since missing eight after aggravating an injury to his surgically repaired left foot.The Bills top receiver had not found the end zone since scoring twice in a 35-25 loss at Washington on Dec. 20 last year.- John Wawrow reporting from Orchard Park, New York.---For more NFL coverage: http://pro32.ap.org and http://twitter.com/AP-NFL Authentic Pistons Jerseys . 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He lamented allowing a long goal to Buffalos Jack Eichel that led to the Rangers fifth loss in eight games.It just froze me, Lundqvist said to the New York Daily News. It looked like he was gonna pass it. Its a hard shot but you need to stop it. I need to challenge that more. I was expecting a pass. I was already thinking about what was gonna happen next and instead he goes for the shot, and thats what good players do.The Rangers havent done much to help their goaltenders over the past five games. Theyve been outshot in four of those games and by an overall margin of 162-119. Thats stark change from a team that had been dominating opponents to start the season, but center Derek Stepan says teams have adjusted to the New Yorks speed.I do know that wwe built an identity for ourselves and teams understand that they cant afford turnovers against us, so theyre getting it in and forcing us to come the full length, Stepan said to the New York Post. Womens Pistons Jerseys. . 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Making a putt like that to win, right in the middle, was just awesome.But the circumstances around some great golf were odd to say the least.The leaders after the third round would always be paired together for the final round but not in this rain-delayed tournament. Day said he would have liked to be playing with Walker.That would have been nice, Day said. But under the circumstances, thats just how they work.Ten players didnt even hit a golf ball Saturday -- that meant Walker and Day and eight others played 36 holes Sunday -- and 37 others returned Sunday to complete the third round.Its really quite fun to see how far you can actually push yourself mentally, more so than physically, Day said. Playing 36 holes today, especially under the pump, not knowing what was going on, really, and finishing that way, was pretty special.The extra holes so the tournament would finish on time meant Matt Jones and Roberto Castro were teeing off on No. 1 in the fourth round while Walker and Robert Streb were getting to No. 6 in their third round.To add a little more confusion, the PGA of America decided that the fourth round would be played with lift, clean and place rules in effect for balls in the fairway. Thats the first time in a major tournament the preferred lie rules was put in effect. Guess thats one more oddity for the 98th PGA Championship.My playing partner (Martin Kaymer) on the last hole there had a big chunk of mud on the ball and it went straight right and led to a bogey, British Open champion Henrik Stenson said between rounds. He closed with a 71 and finished tied for seventh with Kaymer and Streb at 8 under.Phil Mickelson, who won the PGA the last time it was played at Baltusrol in 2005 and finished at 3 under this week, was asked if the PGA of Americas decision to go with the preferred lies would inspire other majors to handle the same situation in the future.I hope so. I think its such the right call, he said. Theres so much element of luck involved if you dont do that because of the amount of mud that will get on the ball as well as the inability to finish the round because of not being able to take full relief from the fairway.I think it was a great call. I know its not one that is ideal. But unfortunately thats been the case this week because on the weekend this golf course was set up to be perfect for a major championship. 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I couldnt put any weight on my lower back.Initially, DeJoria was told at the hospital in Napa, California, that she would need surgery because her hip was compressed. However, further examination showed that wasnt the case. It was a fractured pelvic bone of the left iliac wing and it would have to heal on its own. She also had suffered some soft tissue damage when her knees hit the steering wheel in the July 31 accident.For four weeks, the 38-year-old DeJoria underwent physical, laser and electromagnetic therapy. It was the first time in her drag racing career she had been injured, and the road to recovery was a difficult one since she was told to rest and let her husband, Jesse James, wait on her.The first week following the accident, DeJoria was on crutches. She began her therapy the second week and continued it for a month before reentering her race car at the U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis on Labor Day weekend. Despite missing two races, DeJoria managed to qualify that weekend for the NHRAs six-race playoff system -- the Countdown to the Championship -- for the third consecutive year.It says a lot for our team that we can miss two races and still make the top 10 [in points], said DeJoria, who has returned to her daily workout routine.During DeJorias recovery time, crew chief Tommy DeLago worked diligently to improve his drivers cockpit.She is so skinny -- from front to back where the normal mounting points for the lap belts in these cars have been for years werent designed for somebody [as small as her], DeLago said. I think weve made some pretty big strides with the seat, the seat insert and the way the belts are mounted to hold her in the car better.We found ways to make the seat wider inside so we can have more safety foam to be able to decelerate the body more in a side impact. Where the elbows are we were able to pocket the seat out around the chassis and add an inch of foam there on each side. Weve also got a new deal that will keep the legs from moving so much and have more padding for her legs.Normally, an injury such as DeJorias takes six to eight weeks to heal. DeJoria healed in five weeks thanks to the three different therapies used by Dr. David Harris at the Center for Healing and Regenerative Medicine in Austin, Texas. Harris wife, Michelle, oversaw DeJorias physical therapy, which involved the Neurac machine, a device that helps a person regain proper neuromuscular control.Ultimately, DeJoria missed the events at Seattle and Brainerd, Minnesota, but due to the point total she possessed, she maintained 10th in the standings. When she returned at the U.S. Nationals, it was the first time she had sat in a race car since Sonoma in late July. Even though she lost to Kalitta Motorsports teammate Del Worsham in the first elimination round, she still emerged 57 points ahead of Chad Head to claim the 10th and final position in the Countdown to the Championship.The NHRAs title run begins Friday at zMAX Dragway in Concord, North Carolina.DeJorias best finish in the Countdown came in 2014 when she placed seventh. This year she optimistically notes she has nowhere to go but up in the standings.I mean, were not going to get any lower than 10th, DeJoria said with a laugh. Its going to be exciting; its going to be a fight. Were very grateful that Im able to be a part of it.Deb Williams is a North Carolina-based writer and former editor. She has covered auto racing for United Press International, USA Today and The Charlotte Observer. Adidas Jets Jerseys . -- Charlie Graham stopped 67 shots as the Belleville Bulls edged the visiting Guelph Storm 6-5 on Saturday in Ontario Hockey League action. 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Like I said at Pac-12 media day, if you could tell the future, youd probably work for the government.USC actually was predicted to finish seventh this season in the conferences media poll.Jeremy Major led Pepperdine (4-6) with 19 points and Chris Reyes added 13. Pepperdine shot just 38.2 percent from the field.Jordan McLaughlin added 18 points for USC and made all seven of his shots, Chimezie Metu scored 11 and grabbed 10 rebounds, and Nick Rakocevic and Shaqquan Aaron added 13 apiece for the Trojans. Rakocevic had a career high in points and rebounds (nine).USC ran out to an 11-2 lead and never looked back. The Trojans led 48-30 at halftime after shooting 53.3 percent from the field.The Waves have lost five consecutive games.Finals. (Lets) get to finals and clear our heads a little bit, Pepperdine coach Marty Wilson said. Weve got to see what were not doing because were just in a funk right now. Each player could do more, whether its play hard, take care of the ball or push the ball harder. Weve got to do a better job competing defensively.BIG PICTUREPepperdine: The Waves are still trying to find their way without injured players Amadi Udenyi (Achilles), Kameron Edwards (jaw) and others. Jets Jerseys From China. If the Waves hope to shake the non-conference losses before the West Coast Conference begins on Dec. 29 at Gonzaga.USC: The Trojans could work their way into the national rankings and garner more publicity for their undefeated season, possibly leap-frogging several two-loss teams. USCs winning ways in the preseason will be especially beneficial when the Pac-12 season begins Dec. 28 at Oregon State.QUOTE OF THE GAMEWe respect it. The players and coaches at USC have a rich tradition in all sports here. The basketball team has been a little bit of a roller coaster the last five or six decades with great players, great coaches, great teams. 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Looking as unstoppable as ever, the U.S. womens national team shut out Costa Rica 4-0 during the weekend. They make it look so easy.13. Hey, Lionel Messi, tell us:?Do blonds really have more fun?14. Whats an NFL season without Pittsburgh Steelers running back LeVeon Bell serving a suspension to kick it off?15. But the real question is, how will it impact your fantasy football draft strategy? Matthew Berry has the answers.16. Dallas Cowboys rookie Ezekiel Elliott sure knows how to keep his name in the headlines, doesnt he? For everyones sake, I hope theres no truth to these latest reports of domestic violence accusations.17. Guess who still hasnt given up hope on making an NFL return? Ray Rice. He said last week that if re-signed, he would donate his entire 2016 salary to a domestic violence organization. Its good to see his heart is in the right place, but unfortunately, I think its too late. With his age and declining skill, itd be too difficult to overcome his past.18. Athletes are beginning to arrive at Rios Olympic village, and reports suggest the facilities are inhabitable. Whos going to be the first to say, I told you so?19. The NFL world lost a legend in former coach Dennis Green. Is there a more defining career moment than his impassioned postgame they are who we thought they were speech? He will be missed.20. Ready for some Monday motivation? Look no further than the story of U.S. hurdler Kendra Harrison. Its one of determination and self-belief. Way to keep going, Kendra!Shana Renee is the founder and editor-in-chief of?All Sports Everything?and a passionate New York Jets, Knicks and Yankees fan. Follow her sports talk on Twitter at?@ItsShanaRenee. Patriots Jerseys China . After a lengthy wait, persistent rain finally forced the postponement of the Nationals game against the Miami Marlins on Saturday night. 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WINNIPEG, Manitoba -- When Patrik Laine was drafted by the Winnipeg Jets this summer, he knew the teams power play had finished at the bottom of the NHL last season.The 18-year-old forward wanted to help -- and he has in a big way.Laine scored twice on the power play to help the Jets beat the Dallas Stars 4-1 on Thursday night.When I came here, they had the worst power play last year so I thought that I could bring something to the power play, Laine said. And now Ive got a couple goals on the power play. Those are important goals for these games. Im just trying to help my team to win.Laine has four of Winnipegs five power-play goals through seven games. He has six goals overall -- tying him for the league lead with a number of players, including fellow rookie Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs.Weve played only seven games, but its nice that Ive got those goals and helped my team to win with those games, Laine said.Jets coach Paul Maurice said Laine doesnt show much emotion when he scores because the sniper is used to it.Hes a spectacular shooter, Maurice said. Hes a really humble person. Its important to him that he portrays himself like that. ... Hes probably not going to be throwing a parade for himself after he scores a couple of goals. He has that expectation.Defenseman Tyler Myers got the Jets on the scoreboard 15 seconds into the game and rookie Kyle Connor got his first NHL goal. Connor Hellebuyck had 38 saves.Winnipeg, which lost at Dallas in the opener of the home-and-home on Tuesday, has scored five power-play goals this season, with the 18-year-old Laine getting four.With Dallas trailing 3-0, Tyler Seguin scored his fourth of the season 33 seconds into in the third period.Im not going to sit here and say they were completely outskating us or completely out-battling us, Seguin said. I thought we could have made some smarter choices. But we lost. Were going to move on and get ready for Saturday night (against Minnesota).Antti Niemi stopped 32 shots for the Stars.Winnipeg was 2 for 7 on the power play and Dallas went 1 for 6.Stars head coach Lindy Ruff said special teams was the difference.Five-on-five, we probably had the edge in thhe chances, but special teams, they generated a lot of energy and a couple goals, Ruff said. Cheap Patriots Jerseys Authentic. We got off to a tough start with that shot going in, but I thought our work ethic inside the game was good.Winnipeg got off to a fast start and outshot Dallas 22-13 in the opening period. In the opening minute, Myers took advantage of a loose puck bouncing off the boards in the Dallas end to fire a one-timer from the point past Niemi.Both teams then took turns on the power play, but neither capitalized.Dallas had a two-man advantage for 1:16, then the Jets got on the power play and fired eight shots on Niemi in just over 1 1/2 minutes.Nikolaj Ehlers and Connor then went down the ice on a 2-on-1 at even strength, with Ehlers passing the puck across the ice for Connors high shot to double the lead with 3:48 left in the first.Nicky made a great pass over and I just tried to get it upstairs, Connor said. Its definitely a special feeling. You work so hard to get to this point and to get rewarded like that feels good.Connor, who was a healthy scratch in Tuesdays loss, was playing his sixth game of the season.Laines fifth of the season at 4:30 of the second made it 3-0 just 8 seconds after Stars defenseman John Klingberg was sent off for hooking.Seconds after Seguins goal, Jets defenseman Dustin Byfuglien crashed into the boards after getting tangled up with Stars forward Antoine Roussel, but only went to the dressing room for a few minutes.Laine scored his second of the game with 6 seconds left in a two-man advantage on a shot into the left side of the net that made it 4-1 at 10:17.Game notes The Jets had gone into the game only holding a lead for a total 17:02 in their first six games. ... 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