Facts vs. Feelings: Starts, sits and stashes for Week 11

The Carolina Panthers' defense in 2024 was historically poor, allowing the most points in a season and struggling significantly against the run and on third downs. To address these issues, they signed several veterans, including underrated nose tackle Bobby Brown III, who is expected to fill a crucial gap in their defensive line. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: The Carolina Panthers had a really bad defense in 2024, but they got stronger by...

RC Lens has abandoned their pursuit of renewing the loan for Manchester City's Juma Bah, who had a successful stint with them last season, due to financial disagreements. Lens found Manchester City's €2 million loan fee excessive, considering Bah would return to City after the loan, despite his potential contributions to their defense. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Summary RC Lens decided not to pursue Juma Bah's loan from Manchester City because they...

Geoffrey Kondogbia, initially deemed surplus to requirements at Olympique de Marseille, has revitalized his career under coach Roberto De Zerbi, leading to discussions about an early contract extension. Despite contract ties until June 2027, De Zerbi has praised Kondogbia's adaptability in a deeper role, advocating for his continued presence in the squad for the upcoming seasons. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Geoffrey Kondogbia is likely to stay at Marseille, with talks of extending...

Sergio Perez has criticized Red Bull for fostering a toxic environment during the latter part of the 2024 Formula 1 season, which he claims added undue pressure to perform. Following his unexpected exit from F1, Perez has been reticent in interviews about the factors leading to the termination of his two-year contract extension. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Sergio Perez feels that Red Bull Racing made things stressful for him during the 2024...

FIFA has initiated an investigation into Pachuca player Gustavo Cabral following allegations of racism made by Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger during a Club World Cup match, where Rudiger claimed Cabral used a racial slur against him. While Cabral denies the allegations, FIFA is looking into the matter, potentially involving witnesses, and Real Madrid is supporting Rudiger amid ongoing concerns about racism in football. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: FIFA is looking into a...

Veteran cornerback Adoree Jackson, recently signed by the Philadelphia Eagles for $1.75 million, is adapting to defensive coordinator Vic Fangio's old-school coaching style, appreciating the high expectations and respect for hard work. As he competes for a starting role in a revamped secondary, Jackson's experience and mindset align with the Eagles' goal of revitalizing their defense after a disappointing previous season. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Adoree Jackson, a football player who just...