The Playlist: Week 19 fantasy basketball waiver wire pickups and start/sit advice

Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season features a Monday night clash between the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears, with the Vikings favored by 1.5 points. Key fantasy picks include Vikings RB Aaron Jones and WR T.J. Hockenson, along with Bears WR DJ Moore and TE Cole Kmet, while rookie RB Kyle Monangai could also make an impact in his debut. Want More Context? 🔎

Since 2000, Jose Fernandez has witnessed significant changes in women's college basketball, marked by rising viewership and revenue generation, including the first-ever postseason units awarded. As President of the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association, he emphasizes the importance of transparency in revenue sharing and advises coaches to engage with administrators about financial distributions to enhance the sport's growth and support. Want More Context? 🔎

After a tough season opener loss to Ohio State, Arch Manning led the Texas Longhorns to a 38-7 victory over San Jose State, throwing for four touchdowns and rushing for another. However, speculation arose about a possible shoulder injury after Manning grimaced while throwing, though coach Steve Sarkisian dismissed concerns about any arm pain. Want More Context? 🔎

Max Verstappen, fresh off his victory at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, will compete in the Nurburgring Endurance Series (NLS) in the Eifel Mountains, despite there being no Formula 1 race. This participation fulfills a long-held dream for the Red Bull driver, as noted by Helmut Marko, who remarked on Verstappen's intense focus on F1 in Italy. Want More Context? 🔎

Morocco has become the first African team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, followed by Tunisia, who secured their spot with a 1-0 victory over Equatorial Guinea, finishing their qualifying group with 22 points. This marks Tunisia's seventh appearance in the tournament. Want More Context? 🔎

For months, rumors have circulated about Max Verstappen's potential moves, including leaving Red Bull for Mercedes or quitting F1 altogether, fueled by his visible disengagement at race weekends. This discontent likely traces back to last year's performance decline, raising concerns about his future in the sport. Want More Context? 🔎