Kyrie Irving's season-ending injury further complicates the West play-in picture

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb, aiming to bounce back from a down year in 2024 with 101 receptions and 1,194 yards, is poised for a dominant season after a career-best 2023. With no contract concerns and a healthy partnership with quarterback Dak Prescott under new head coach Brian Schottenheimer, Lamb is eager to demonstrate his elite skills. Want More Context? 🔎

At the Big Sky Conference Football Kickoff, it was announced that starting in 2026, the league will adopt a nine-game conference schedule, alongside the implementation of one-way radio communication from coaches to quarterbacks in 2025. While reactions from coaches like Montana State's Brent Vigen and Montana's Bobby Hauck varied, both acknowledged the need to adapt to these changes in the evolving landscape of college football. Want More Context? 🔎

The final round of the 124th Wisconsin State Amateur promises excitement, with a dozen players within three shots of leader Drake Wilcox, who holds a one-shot advantage at even par after a 3-over 75 in the third round. Notable contenders include Garrett Schultz, Charlie Erlandson, and K.C. Nickel, while past champions Garrett Jones and Jack Schultz trail behind. Want More Context? 🔎

The Oregon Ducks, after a stellar 2024 season capped by a Big Ten Championship, suffered a devastating 41-21 loss to Ohio State in the Rose Bowl. Head coach Dan Lanning reflected on the defeat, emphasizing lessons learned and expressing optimism for the future as they prepare for the upcoming season with new quarterback Dante Moore, while embracing their underdog status in the Big Ten. Want More Context? 🔎

Manchester United's attempts to secure top striker targets have failed, with Chelsea signing Liam Delap and Arsenal acquiring Viktor Gyokeres, while Victor Osimhen's wage demands halted a transfer. INEOS's late bid for Hugo Ekitiké was unsuccessful, as the boyhood United fan chose to join Liverpool for £69m plus add-ons, leaving United without a new striker as the window nears its end. Want More Context? 🔎

Since June, the Inside the Lines team has achieved impressive results in golf betting, gaining 54.5 units and correctly predicting the winner three out of the last five weeks. For this week's 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities, check out their full slate and visit their blog for more free daily picks. Want More Context? 🔎