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Before Mike Ditka Became an NFL Legend, He Began to Transform the Tight End Position at Pitt

The late Ditka led his alma mater in receiving for three consecutive seasons, earning All-American honors and Heisman votes.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 9

Mike Ditka cause of death: Hall of Fame Bears legend was days away from 87th birthday as health struggles resurface. Full statement of family revealed

Mike Ditka, the iconic figure in football, passed away at 86, just before celebrating his 87th birthday on October 18. His family released a touching announcement that paid tribute to him as a cherished husband and father. Remembered fondly as 'Iron Mike', Ditka's legacy includes a remarkable career as both…

The Economic Times · Oct 9

Mike Ditka, the quintessential Chicago Bear, dies at 86

Mike Ditka, who won NFL titles as a player and coach with the Chicago Bears, has died

The Independent UK · Oct 9

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Mike Ditka, legendary NFL tight end and Chicago Bears coach, dies aged 86

Ditka was the first tight end inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame

The Independent UK · Oct 9

Mike Ditka, legendary Chicago Bears head coach, dies aged 86

The Hall of Famer who led the 1985 Bears to the Super Bowl title was one of two people in NFL history to win league titles as a player, assistant and head coach

The Guardian - US · Oct 9

‘I don’t think anyone really saw it coming. I didn’t’: meet Bristol’s World Cup hopeful Fitz Harding

The 27-year-old flanker confounded expectations leaping from Durham university’s fourth XV to Prem rugby captain – don’t bet against his big England ambitions

The Guardian - UK · Oct 9

Over before it began: Perth Bears chief executive quits

Inaugural Perth Bears chief executive Anthony De Ceglie has quit less than 18 months into his tenure at the fledgling rugby league club.

AAP · Oct 9

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Nick Bartlett’s 2026 Week 6 Fearless Predictions

Nick Bartlett looks at some factors that could affect the outcome of some of the regional contests this weekend.

SuperWest Sports · Oct 9

Week 5 Fantasy Busts: Beware Jalen Hurts, Cam Skattebo

Sports Illustrated · Oct 8

The Biggest Question for Every NFL Game in Week 5

The Week 5 slate features a couple contentious divisional matchups.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 8

NFL Week 5 Picks From the MMQB Staff: Seahawks Could Take Division Lead With Win Over 49ers

Our writers and editors pick winners in all 15 games, including MVPs Josh Allen and Matthew Stafford facing off on Monday night.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 8

Week 5 Start ’Em, Sit ’Em Quarterbacks

Quarterbacks we think will perform better or worse than their expected statistical range due to favorable or unfavorable matchups.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 7

Week 5 Start ’Em, Sit ’Em Running Backs

Backs we think will perform better or worse than their expected statistical range due to favorable or unfavorable matchups.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 7

Week 5 Start ’Em, Sit ’Em Tight Ends

Tight ends we think will perform better or worse than their expected statistical range due to favorable or unfavorable matchups.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 7

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AAP · Oct 6

Long stays, North Sydney and charters in Bears' plans

The Perth Bears are looking at training out of North Sydney between some games when they enter the NRL, as part of a mammoth logistical puzzle for year one.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 6

Albert Breer’s Notes: It Was a Mistake to Judge the Falcons After Week 2

Straightforward reasons for Atlanta’s quick turnaround. Plus, Aaron Donald’s contract, the story behind an unlikely Patriots hero and more.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 6

College Football Playoff Eliminator: One Conference Completely Out of Contention After Week 5

Plus, the Big 12 had its first teams exit the playoff picture and five other Power 4 teams said goodbye to their chances.

The Conversation · Oct 6

How to build an expansion club: the challenges and opportunities for the new NRL and AFL teams

The 2026 Australian Football League (AFL) and National Rugby League (NRL) seasons have finished in a blaze of glory for the Brisbane Lions and Sydney Roosters.

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Sports Illustrated · Oct 5

Which NFL Coaches Are on the Hot Seat and Why More Jobs May Open Than You Expect (Again)

Conor Orr ranks 12 coaches worth discussing, and explains how Mike Tomlin and a glut of young offensive assistants will alter the offseason.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 5

One Number Defined the Eagles’ Collapse to the Rams

Plus five more stats that defined Sunday’s slate of games.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 5

Forde-Yard Dash: The Winners and Losers of College Football’s Hot Seat in Week 5

Mike Norvell and Luke Fickell helped themselves Saturday, while Shane Beamer took another step toward the exit. Plus, football in the state of Colorado is in shambles.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 4

NFL Week 4 Good, Bad and Ugly: Rams Likely Saved Their Season With Dramatic Win

L.A. overcame a 20–10 fourth-quarter deficit to beat Philadelphia. Plus, the Bears got another win with another backup quarterback, and the Chiefs held off the Raiders.

The Guardian - UK · Oct 3

Louis Rees-Zammit scores two tries as Bristol defeat champions Northampton

Bristol overcame a nasty-looking head injury to their centre Benhard van Rensburg to clinch an impressive victory over last year’s champions Northampton

The Independent UK · Oct 3

Bristol knock off champions Northampton to make early Prem statement of intent

Bristol 41-26 Northampton: The Bears made it two wins from two as Louis Rees-Zammit scored twice at Ashton Gate

SuperWest Sports · Oct 2

Nick Bartlett’s 2026 Week 5 Fearless Predictions

Nick Bartlett looks at some factors that could affect the outcome of some of the regional contests this weekend.

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