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In Week 15, Sal Vetri provides key fantasy football advice for dominating matchups. He highlights Tyrone Tracy Jr.'s challenging matchup against the Ravens, advising caution due to Baltimore's strong defense. On the other hand, Brian Robinson Jr. is in a favorable spot facing the Saints' weak run defense and is a must-start. Rico Dowdle continues to impress and is recommended as a must-start against the Panthers. Sean Tucker emerges as a sleeper option if Bucky...

The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech. Your donation helps fund investigative reporting and documentaries, ensuring that quality journalism remains accessible to all. Meanwhile, new England head coach Thomas Tuchel plans to consult with Gareth Southgate and Lee Carsley as he prepares for the 2026 World Cup qualification campaign, aiming to build on England's recent successes and establish a strong international presence. Scotland and...

Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé will miss a Spanish league game due to a leg injury, but coach Carlo Ancelotti is hopeful he will recover in time for the Intercontinental Cup final next week. Mbappé's left-thigh injury will sideline him for the La Liga match against Rayo Vallecano, but he will travel to Qatar with the team for the final. Ancelotti mentioned that Mbappé's injury occurred after scoring his 50th Champions League goal and expressed optimism...

British number one Jack Draper spoke to BBC Sport's Laura Scott during a Memory Walk to bring attention to Alzheimer's disease, a condition that his grandmother is battling. Alzheimer's leads to dementia and a decline in cognitive function. Draper is raising awareness after seeing the devastating impact of the disease firsthand. Full Article

The 2024 NFL season has seen a decline in wide receiver production, with fewer elite producers at the top of the position compared to previous years. Factors contributing to this struggle include the overall distribution of impactful receivers, offensive struggles early in the season, and the influence of defensive strategies such as Cover 3 and Cover 1. Despite the increase in two-high safety looks, the lack of wide receiver production cannot solely be attributed to...

The Independent relies on reader support to cover stories ranging from reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, providing unbiased reporting without paywalls. Premier League rescheduled Chelsea and Tottenham matches to Sunday evening due to European commitments, with fans expressing discontent over the late kick-off times. The rise of 7pm matches is attributed to increased Uefa competitions, leading to packed schedules and the need for more recovery time for top clubs. Full Article