Gabriel Jesus offers timely solution to Arsenal’s goalscoring woes in Carabao Cup triumph

In the latest episode of Yahoo Sports' 'Fantasy Film Room,' Nate Tice and Matt Harmon discuss the Falcons' decision to name Michael Penix as QB1, analyzing the impact on Kirk Cousins and Falcons skill players. They also predict the most polarizing young skill players in dynasty debates for the offseason before previewing the TNF matchup between the Broncos and Chargers. The episode provides insights into fantasy football strategy and player evaluations, making it a must-listen...

Newcastle defeated Brentford 3-1 in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals, with Sandro Tonali scoring two impressive goals and Fabian Schar adding another. Manager Eddie Howe praised Tonali's performance and expressed delight for the midfielder's success after returning from a ban. Brentford's Thomas Frank acknowledged defensive errors, leading to their defeat, as Newcastle advances to the semi-finals under Howe's leadership. Full Article

Week 16 of the NFL features games spread over four days, with every team in action. Key matchups include the Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Chargers, the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens, the Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cleveland Browns, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Dallas Cowboys. The Buffalo Bills are the new Super Bowl favorites, while the Green Bay Packers host the New Orleans Saints in Monday Night Football. Full Article

In the playoff semifinals, fantasy football managers may need to consider starting backup running backs like Kendre Miller of the New Orleans Saints, Tyjae Spears of the Tennessee Titans, Jerome Ford of the Cleveland Browns, and Ty Johnson of the Buffalo Bills due to injuries to star players like Alvin Kamara and Nick Chubb. These emerging backs have shown potential for strong fantasy performances and could provide value in the upcoming matchups against favorable defenses....

Liverpool's Harvey Elliott impressed in a Carabao Cup match against Southampton, scoring a goal and showcasing composure in a makeshift lineup. Despite a late surge from Southampton, Liverpool secured a spot in the semi-finals with a 2-1 victory. Trent Alexander-Arnold captained the team in his 300th start, leading the club to success in the absence of key players like Mohamed Salah and Virgil Van Dijk. Full Article

Seth Walder from ESPN Analytics predicts the NFL playoff picture with seven teams already clinching postseason berths and seven spots remaining. Using 10,000 simulations, one scenario, known as "chalk," emerged as the most likely, with the exact seeds for 14 teams occurring in 73 simulations. Key Week 16 results included the Steelers beating the Ravens, the Chargers edging out the Broncos, and the Commanders complicating the Eagles' quest for the NFC's top seed. Week 17...