McCarthy likens play to cork about to pop off bottle

As he seeks better consistency as an NFL quarterback and rebuilds his mechanics, Minnesota’s J.J. McCarthy likened his situation to a “cork about to come off a bottle.” Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} McCarthy likens play to cork about to pop off bottle

Chiefs OT Simmons mum on reason for absence

Chiefs rookie left tackle Josh Simmons, who missed four games while away from the team for a “family situation,” said Wednesday he’s keeping the matter “in house” and thanked the team and city for their support. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Chiefs OT Simmons mum on reason for absence

Burrow step closer to return with practice listing

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow was a full participant at Wednesday’s practice, according to the team’s injury report. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Burrow step closer to return with practice listing

Rodgers: Playing status will be 'a safety thing'

To play Sunday against the Bears, Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers said he has to be able to “protect” himself. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Rodgers: Playing status will be 'a safety thing'

Lamar on injury report again, this time for ankle

For the second straight week, Lamar Jackson didn’t practice for the Ravens on Wednesday. But, this time, the two-time NFL Most Valuable Player is listed with an ankle injury. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Lamar on injury report again, this time for ankle

Seahawks' Hankins (back) won't play this season

Seahawks defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins will not play this season because of a back injury, coach Mike Macdonald said Wednesday. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} Seahawks' Hankins (back) won't play this season

Top seeds now set for World Cup draw, playoffs

The top-seeded teams for the Dec. 5 World Cup tournament draw, including Germany but not Croatia, were set Wednesday when FIFA published new rankings. Source: ESPN Tide Nation Recruiting News {$excerpt:n} Top seeds now set for World Cup draw, playoffs

Timberwolves' McDaniels out Wed. vs. Wizards

Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels was ruled out of Wednesday’s game against Washington because of a sprained left wrist, his first absence in nearly two years. Source: ESPN NBA Headlines {$excerpt:n} Timberwolves' McDaniels out Wed. vs. Wizards

The running man: Josh Allen on cusp of QB history

The Bills’ MVP is one rushing TD away from becoming the NFL’s all-time leader in rushing TDs by a QB. Source: ESPN Football News {$excerpt:n} The running man: Josh Allen on cusp of QB history

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