Will JuJu Smith-Schuster play this week? Injury updates for Chiefs WR

#Chiefs WR JuJu Smith-Schuster is dealing with a hamstring injury. Here are the latest updates.

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster caught one pass for eight yards in the defending Super Bowl champions’ Week 11 loss to the Buffalo Bills.

Smith-Schuster was listed on Kansas City’s initial injury report for Week 12 with a hamstring injury.

Will the veteran pass-catcher be available for the Chiefs when they face the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, November 24?

JuJu Smith-Schuster injury update

Smith-Schuster was a full participant in Kansas City’s Wednesday practice session while he recovers from a hamstring injury that sidelined him earlier this season.

How long will Smith-Schuster be out?

Barring an unforeseen setback in practice this week, Smith-Schuster should be expected to play for the Chiefs against the Panthers.

Chiefs WR depth chart

Should Smith-Schuster be forced to miss Kansas City’s matchup with Carolina, the Chiefs will have to rely on DeAndre Hopkins, Xavier Worthy, Mecole Hardman, and Justin Watson to give Patrick Mahomes options in the passing game.

UFC strawweights Victoria Dudakova, Fatima Kline to fight on first card of new year

Two rising 115-pounders will collide… and someone’s “1” has got to go.

Two rising strawweight fighters are set to collide on the first UFC card of 2025.

[autotag]Victoria Dudakova[/autotag] and [autotag]Fatima Kline[/autotag] will throw down in a three-round strawweight bout at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas as part of a UFC Fight Night event Jan. 11.

Two people with knowledge of the matchup recently informed MMA Junkie of the booking but asked to remain anonymous as the promotion has yet to make an official announcement.

Dudakova (8-1 MMA, 2-1 UFC) aims to bounce back from the first loss of her career. After wins over Istela Nunes and Jinh Yu Frey, Dudakova dropped a split decision to Sam Hughes. Dudakova has six finishes in eight pro wins.

Kline (6-1 MMA, 0-1 UFC) entered the UFC in July as one of the most highly-touted female prospects in MMA. Her debut came on short notice up a weight class as she lost a unanimous decision to Jasmine Jasudavicius. Kline was a double champ for CFFC prior to her entry.

With the addition, the UFC Fight Night lineup for Jan. 11 includes:

  • Thiago Moises vs. Trey Ogden
  • Chris Curtis vs. Roman Kopylov
  • Carlston Harris vs. Santiago Ponzinibbio
  • Austin Bashi vs. Christian Rodriguez
  • Nicolle Caliari vs. Ernesta Kareckaite
  • Uros Medic vs. Puna Soriano
  • Andreas Gustafsson vs. Preston Parsons
  • Felipe Bunes vs. Jose Johnson
  • Magomed Gadzhiyasulov vs. Bruno Lopes
  • Abdul Razak Alhassan vs. Cesar Almeida
  • Nurullo Aliev vs. Yanal Ashmouz
  • Victoria Dudakova vs. Fatima Kline

For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie’s event hub for the UFC Fight Night event.

Isiah Pacheco injury update: Latest status report, news for Chiefs RB

#Chiefs RB Isiah Pacheco is dealing with a fibula injury. Here are the latest updates.

Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco has been sidelined since Week 2 due to a fibula injury.

In his absence, veteran rusher Kareem Hunt has stepped up to lead Kansas City’s ground game.

Could Pacheco make his return to the field in the Chiefs’ Week 12 matchup against the Carolina Panthers?

Isiah Pacheco injury update

Pacheco was a limited participant in Kansas City’s Wednesday practice session. He was listed with an ankle injury, and seems like a long-shot to see the field when the Chiefs face Carolina on Sunday.

How long will Isiah Pacheco be out?

It is unclear when Andy Reid intends to get Pacheco back to action, but given Hunt’s outstanding performance as Kansas City’s lead back, it is unlikely that he will be rushed back into the starting lineup.

Chiefs RB depth chart

With Pacheco sidelined, the Chiefs have relied on Hunt, Carson Steele, and Samaje Perine to lead their ground game. Former first-round pick Clyde Edwards-Helaire is also available to pitch in if needed.

Will Bryan Cook status report: Latest injury news, update for Chiefs DB

#Chiefs safety Bryan Cook is dealing with a rib injury. Here are the latest updates.

The Kansas City Chiefs have added their starting safety Bryan Cook to their Week 12 injury report.

He is an important piece of the Chiefs’ defense, but will he be available when Kansas City faces off against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, November 24?

Bryan Cook injury update

Cook is dealing with a rib injury, there are no details on the severity, but he was a full participant in the Chiefs’ practice session on Wednesday in preparation for the Panthers.

How long will Bryan Cook be out?

Since Cook was not limited in practice it is expected that he will be available in Week 12. He should be able to play his starting role in Steve Spagnuolo’s defense when Kansas City visits Carolina.

Chiefs DB depth chart

Cook is expected to take the field on Sunday alongside Justin Reid, Jaden Hicks and Chamarri Conner.

If his availability changes, expect Spagnuolo to lean more on Christian Roland-Wallace against the Panthers.

Kareem Hunt injury report: Latest status updates for Chiefs RB

#Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt is dealing with a knee injury. Here are the latest updates.

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt is on the defending Super Bowl champions’ injury report in Week 12.

Will this resurgent veteran, who is in his second stint with the Chiefs, be on the field when Kansas City plays the Carolina Panthers on Sunday afternoon?

Kareem Hunt injury update

Hunt has a knee injury that has kept him on the injury report for multiple weeks.

However, he has been a full participant in every practice recently, and it seems that his condition is improving.

How long will Kareem Hunt be out?

Hunt hasn’t missed any of the Chiefs’ games yet and the team hasn’t indicated that his status will change this week.

He is expected to continue being a leader in Andy Reid’s offense when Kansas City faces the Panthers on November 24.

Chiefs RB depth chart

Though Hunt is expected to start, there is no shortage of players to run the ball for the Chiefs while star back Isiah Pacheco remains on injured reserve.

Hunt will potentially have Samaje Perine, Carson Steele, and Clyde Edwards-Helaire available to back him up on Sunday.

Wordle hint today: Clues for November 21 2024 NYT puzzle #1251

Some clues, tips, strategies to guess Wordle on November 21, along with the answer.

WARNING: THERE ARE WORDLE SPOILERS AHEAD! DO NOT READ FURTHER IF YOU DON’T WANT THE NOVEMBER 21, 2024 WORDLE ANSWER SPOILED FOR YOU.

Ready?

OK.

We’ve seen some hard Wordle words over the years and if you’re here, you’re probably struggling with today’s and are looking for some help. So let’s run down a few clues with today’s Wordle that could help you solve it:

1. It has two vowels.

2. It’s a noun

3. It’s associated with your back.

And the answer to today’s Wordle is below this photo:

(Photo Illustration by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)

It’s ….

SPINE.

While you’re here, some more Wordle advice:

How do I play Wordle?

Go to this link from the New York Times and start guessing words.

What are the best Wordle starting words?

That’s a topic we’ve covered a bunch here. According to the Times’ WordleBot, the best starting word is: CRANE. Others that I’ve seen include ADIEU, STARE and ROAST.

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Chamarri Conner injury update: Latest status report for Chiefs DB

#Chiefs DB Chamarri Conner is dealing with a thumb injury. Here are the latest updates.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Chamarri Conner is listed on the team’s first injury report for Week 12.

While the Chiefs lost to the Buffalo Bills in Week 11, Conner was a huge asset for Kansas City in the hotly-contested matchup, notching eight tackles and an interception in the game.

Will he be present to help stop the Carolina Panthers on Sunday?

Chamarri Conner injury update

Conner is listed with a thumb injury, but it didn’t stop him from being a full participant in the Chiefs’ practice session on Wednesday.

How long will Chamarri Conner be out?

Conner was a full participant in Kansas City’s drills on Wednesday, so it seems likely Conner won’t need to miss any time due to his injury. Stay tuned for the latest on his condition.

Chiefs DB depth chart

Conner is expected to be available for Sunday’s tilt against the Panthers. Should he need time off the field his backup is Christian Roland-Wallace, who has proven to be a more than capable defender in limited action this season.

Patriots using unique method to develop rookie QB Joe Milton III

The Patriots are still preparing Joe Milton III behind the scenes

The New England Patriots are still keeping rookie quarterback Joe Milton III involved in the offense, and they’re doing so by a unique method.

With Milton not getting as many practice reps on the field, he has become one of the top users of the Patriots’ virtual reality system, according to coach Jerod Mayo.

The Patriots’ organization is undergoing a youth movement at the quarterback position, and Milton is a part of that movement as the third option behind Drake Maye and Jacoby Brissett.

So it makes sense for the team to put a lot of emphasis on his development, even if it’s done in a non-traditional way.

Milton showed flashes of playmaking ability at various points during the preseason. It is clear he is still putting in the work, despite not being a major factor in the quarterback competition right now.

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Instant reactions to Alabama’s impressive win against Illinois in C.M. Newton Classic

The Crimson Tide and Fighting Illini collided in a Top 25 matchup Wednesday night in Birmingham.

The Alabama Crimson Tide played what was likely college basketball’s top game of the night Wednesday, traveling to Birmingham for a neutral-court showdown with the Illinois Fighting Illini in the C.M. Newton Classic.

A pair of Top 25 teams, this showdown between Alabama and Illinois lived up to the hype as well, with the Crimson Tide coming away with the eventual 100-87 victory in a game which they truly controlled from the start.

In this win, there were certainly many positives to take away for the Crimson Tide as well, but also a few negatives.

Let’s take a look at some of our instant reactions from Alabama’s Top 25 showdown with No. 25 Illinois on Wednesday night:

Grant Nelson’s stellar performance

Wednesday night was likely the greatest performance for Alabama forward Grant Nelson so far this season, finishing with a final stat line of a game-high 23 points, eight rebounds, two assists, one steal, and four blocks. Nelson also shot an impressive 9-of-15 from the field, as well as 4-of-9 from three.

Labaron Philon flirts with triple-double

Alabama freshman guard Labaron Philon flirted with a triple-double against Illinois in what was one of his top performances of the season. Philon finished with 16 points, seven rebounds, nine assists, two steals, and one block on 7-of-13 shooting from the field.

Aden Holloway’s best game in Alabama uniform

Was this the best game from Auburn Tigers transfer guard Aden Holloway in an Alabama uniform so far? Holloway finished the game with 18 points, one rebound, two assists, and one steal on 7-of-10 shooting from the field, as well as 3-of-4 from three.

Alabama Crimson Tide’s strong shooting night

A big reason behind Alabama’s victory was the Crimson Tide’s shooting from the field. In all, Alabama shot a combined 52% from the field, as well as 32.4% from three and 84.6% at the free throw line.

Mark Sears, Clifford Omoruyi struggle

In the midst of Alabama’s win, two of the team’s top performing players so far this season struggled in guard Mark Sears and center Clifford Omoruyi. Sears finished with zero points, while Omoruyi, who spent a majority of this game in foul trouble, ended with six points and six rebounds, and his absence from the court was a big reason as to why Alabama was out-rebounded a combined 44-37.

Alabama wins turnover battle

Wednesday night was one of Alabama’s best games when it came to limiting turnovers, committing only seven all game, which was compared to 13 for Illinois. The Crimson Tide also capitalized off those Illinois’ turnovers, turning them into 18 points.

Alabama Crimson Tide now 4-1 overall

After the Crimson Tide’s win Wednesday night over Illinois, Alabama now sits at 4-1 overall for the 2024-25 season. The Crimson Tide’s next game will come Tuesday, November 26 against the Houston Cougars in the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Fantasy football start/bench list: Week 12

Check out where your roster options fit into our Week 12 start/bench tiers.

Player analysis and projections can be found in our Start/Bench Tool customized to your myHuddle league scoring and rosters. All player listings by groups are in no particular order.

Key: Upgrade / Downgrade

QUARTERBACKS WIDE RECEIVERS
BEST BETS Opp BEST BETS Opp
Jalen Hurts @LAR Tyreek Hill NE
GREAT STARTS Opp Marvin Harrison Jr. @SEA
Justin Herbert BAL GREAT STARTS Opp
Kyler Murray @SEA Cooper Kupp PHI
Tua Tagovailoa NE Nico Collins TEN
SOLID STARTERS Opp Amon-Ra St. Brown @IND
Lamar Jackson @LAC Puka Nacua PHI
Anthony Richardson DET Terry McLaurin DAL
Brock Purdy @GB SOLID STARTERS Opp
Baker Mayfield @NYG Malik Nabers TB
Bo Nix @LVR CeeDee Lamb @WAS
Jared Goff @IND J. Smith-Njigba ARI
Matthew Stafford PHI Jauan Jennings @GB
Patrick Mahomes @CAR Jaylen Waddle NE
FRINGE FANTASY PLAYS Opp DK Metcalf ARI
Jordan Love SF A.J. Brown @LAR
Sam Darnold @CHI Justin Jefferson @CHI
C.J. Stroud TEN Jordan Addison @CHI
Jayden Daniels DAL DeVonta Smith @LAR
Russell Wilson @CLE Jameson Williams @IND
Jameis Winston PIT Quentin Johnston BAL
Geno Smith ARI Mike Evans @NYG
SIT ‘EM IF YOU GOT ‘EM Opp Jayden Reed SF
Will Levis @HOU Josh Downs DET
Bryce Young KC Zay Flowers @LAC
Cooper Rush @WAS Courtland Sutton @LVR
Gardner Minshew DEN Ladd McConkey BAL
Drake Maye @MIA George Pickens @CLE
Tommy DeVito TB FRINGE FANTASY PLAYS Opp
Caleb Williams MIN Noah Brown DAL
RUNNING BACKS Kendrick Bourne @MIA
BEST BETS Opp Adam Thielen KC
Christian McCaffrey @GB Ricky Pearsall @GB
Joe Mixon TEN Christian Watson SF
De’Von Achane NE Xavier Worthy @CAR
Saquon Barkley @LAR Joshua Palmer BAL
GREAT STARTS Opp Rome Odunze MIN
Jahmyr Gibbs @IND Tank Dell TEN
James Conner @SEA Romeo Doubs SF
Brian Robinson Jr. DAL Elijah Moore PIT
SOLID STARTERS Opp Michael Pittman Jr. DET
Josh Jacobs SF Cedric Tillman PIT
Javonte Williams @LVR Wan’Dale Robinson TB
Kenneth Walker III ARI Jakobi Meyers DEN
Tyrone Tracy Jr. TB Deebo Samuel @GB
R. Stevenson @MIA DeMario Douglas @MIA
Aaron Jones @CHI Demarcus Robinson PHI
Kyren Williams PHI Rashod Bateman @LAC
D’Andre Swift MIN Xavier Legette KC
Tony Pollard @HOU Calvin Ridley @HOU
Jonathan Taylor DET N. Westbrook-Ikhine @HOU
Derrick Henry @LAC Devaughn Vele @LVR
Kareem Hunt @CAR Jerry Jeudy PIT
David Montgomery @IND DJ Moore MIN
Najee Harris @CLE SIT ‘EM IF YOU GOT ‘EM Opp
FRINGE FANTASY PLAYS Opp Jalen Coker KC
Austin Ekeler DAL J. Smith-Schuster @CAR
Ameer Abdullah DEN Diontae Johnson @LAC
Rico Dowdle @WAS Brandin Cooks @WAS
J.K. Dobbins BAL Tyler Lockett ARI
Isiah Pacheco @CAR John Metchie TEN
Bucky Irving @NYG KaVontae Turpin @WAS
SIT ‘EM IF YOU GOT ‘EM Opp Alec Pierce DET
Jaylen Warren @CLE Keenan Allen MIN
Chuba Hubbard KC Darius Slayton TB
Cam Akers @CHI DEFENSIVE TEAMS
Jonathon Brooks KC BEST BETS Opp
Audric Estime @LVR Steelers @CLE
Nick Chubb PIT GREAT STARTS Opp
Alexander Mattison DEN Commanders DAL
Zamir White DEN Chiefs @CAR
TIGHT ENDS SOLID STARTERS Opp
BEST BETS Opp Texans TEN
Travis Kelce @CAR Lions @IND
Brock Bowers DEN 49ers @GB
GREAT STARTS Opp Buccaneers @NYG
George Kittle @GB FRINGE FANTASY PLAYS Opp
SOLID STARTERS Opp Vikings @CHI
Jonnu Smith NE Broncos @LVR
Zach Ertz DAL Cardinals @SEA
Trey McBride @SEA Bears MIN
Will Dissly BAL Dolphins NE
Hunter Henry @MIA SIT ‘EM IF YOU GOT ‘EM Opp
Mark Andrews @LAC Eagles @LAR
Cade Otton @NYG Raiders DEN
FRINGE FANTASY PLAYS Opp Colts DET
David Njoku PIT Panthers KC
Theo Johnson TB Browns PIT
Dallas Goedert @LAR Patriots @MIA
Ja’Tavion Sanders KC Cowboys @WAS
T.J. Hockenson @CHI Giants TB
L. Schoonmaker @WAS Packers SF
Pat Freiermuth @CLE Ravens @LAC
SIT ‘EM IF YOU GOT ‘EM Opp Seahawks ARI
Jake Ferguson @WAS Titans @HOU
Sam LaPorta @IND Rams PHI
Cole Kmet MIN Chargers BAL
Tucker Kraft SF
Isaiah Likely @LAC
Dalton Schultz TEN
Noah Fant ARI