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Minshew feared to have torn UCL as Cardinals weigh quarterback options — 1dCardinals quarterback Gardner Minshew is feared to have torn the UCL in his throwing elbow and is undergoing further evaluation; surgery could end his season. If he cannot play, rookie Carson Beck is expected to take over as Arizona’s starter.

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Jared Kim Beck needs time to adjust but the Cardinals might as well give him the start if Minshew is done for the year.

Warriors’ Will Richard out indefinitely with torn thumb ligament — 1dWarriors guard Will Richard has a torn UCL in his left thumb and is out indefinitely, with no recovery timetable announced. The second-year guard has provided valuable rotation minutes and perimeter defense as Golden State won seven straight games.

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Jared Kim Richard's defense helped spark those seven wins, hope the thumb isn't a long-term issue for the rotation.

Grizzlies Sign Saunders, Waive Cooper — 3dThe Memphis Grizzlies signed 2026 No. 32 pick Richie Saunders to a two-way contract after he was cleared to increase on-court activity while recovering from a torn ACL. The deal allows the former BYU standout to begin practicing with the team as he continues his rehabilitation.

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Tennessee Sack Leader Weathersby Out for SeasonSports — 3dTennessee’s 34–6 win over Kentucky strengthened the Vols’ case for a higher College Football Playoff ranking, and the team rose to No. 9 in the Coaches Poll. The victory came at a cost: defensive lineman Tyree Weathersby, Tennessee’s sack leader, will miss the rest of the season with a torn ACL.

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Bears LT Braxton Jones Out for 2026 Season — 6dBears left tackle Braxton Jones underwent surgery for a partially torn patellar tendon and will miss the rest of the season, removing a potential option from Chicago’s offensive line. Theo Benedet and Ozzy Trapilo are among the team’s remaining options at the position.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Martha Stewart apologizes after homeless person Halloween costume sparks backlash — Nov 2, 2026Martha Stewart issued a public mea culpa when her Halloween costume appeared to offend people. The lifestyle guru has since deleted a photo on Instagram of her wearing torn cloth… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Max Strus Expected to Make Clippers Season Debut — Nov 2, 2026Max Strus is set to make his Clippers debut Monday against Toronto after recovering from a partially torn plantar fascia and completing a brief G League stint. The 30-year-old guard was acquired from Cleveland in an August trade.

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Florida State WR Duce Robinson Out for Season — Nov 3, 2026Florida State’s leading receiver, Duce Robinson, will miss the rest of the 2026 season with a torn ACL sustained against Clemson, a major setback for the 3-5 Seminoles. Robinson had 24 catches for 438 yards and four touchdowns; the team is also without key running backs as it prepares to face Boston College under interim coach Rick Stockstill.

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Jared Kim Boston College should be able to stack the box now without worrying about Robinson stretching the field.

Pelicans Rally Past Jazz for Fourth Straight Win — Nov 3, 2026The Pelicans, riding a three-game winning streak, look to avenge a one-point loss to Utah as the Jazz try to end a five-game skid. Utah will be without Jaren Jackson Jr., who suffered a torn MCL, while New Orleans is coming off a narrow overtime win over Memphis led by Zion Williamson.

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Micah Parsons targets Thanksgiving Eve return for Packers — Oct 31, 2026Packers star pass rusher Micah Parsons is targeting a return against the Los Angeles Rams on Nov. 25 after recovering from a torn ACL and meniscus. He is expected to resume practice gradually, with the team emphasizing that his medical readiness will determine when he plays.

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Chris Dalton Targeting the 25th feels optimistic after a torn ACL and meniscus but modern recovery helps.

Jaguars Expect DaVon Hamilton Out for Rest of Season — Nov 2, 2026Jaguars nose tackle DaVon Hamilton suffered a torn quadriceps in Jacksonville’s win over Indianapolis and is expected to miss the rest of the season, leaving a major hole in the league’s top-ranked run defense. With the trade deadline approaching, Jacksonville must weigh outside acquisitions against relying on its current defensive-line depth to replace him.

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Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Haliburton Expected to Miss at Least Two Weeks — Oct 26, 2026After returning from a torn Achilles, Tyrese Haliburton says the Pacers are focused on pursuing a championship despite being underestimated. He was listed as questionable with left hamstring tightness ahead of Indiana’s game against Philadelphia, with several other Pacers also sidelined or questionable.

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Packers coach signals possible Micah Parsons practice return next week — Oct 27, 2026Packers coach Matt LaFleur said there is a chance injured edge rusher Micah Parsons will begin practicing next week, though Green Bay has not confirmed when it will open his 21-day practice window. Parsons, recovering from a torn ACL, is out against Carolina, and a return to practice would not guarantee he is ready to play immediately.

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Derek Foss Parsons getting back to practice next week sounds promising but they need to be careful not to rush that ACL recovery.

McLaurin Out for Season With Torn Patellar Tendon — Oct 20, 2026Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin tore his patellar tendon and will miss the rest of the season, coach Dan Quinn confirmed. McLaurin was injured during Monday night’s game, leaving Washington without a key target in its passing game.

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Pacers Rally Past Pelicans in Season Opener — Oct 20, 2026The Indiana Pacers open the season Wednesday at New Orleans without starting small forward Aaron Nesmith and backup point guard T.J. McConnell, both sidelined by hamstring strains. Tyrese Haliburton is cleared to return after missing last season with a torn Achilles, giving Indiana a major boost as it looks to rebound from a 19-63 campaign.

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Lillard Leads Blazers’ 43-12 First-Quarter Surge — Oct 20, 2026Damian Lillard is back with Portland after three years away, returning at 36 as he rehabs a torn Achilles and looks to pursue the championship that eluded him in his first Blazers stint. He has defended his Milwaukee years as productive despite injuries derailing playoff runs, while his return and added offensive firepower have raised expectations for Portland.

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LeBron Says Healthy Haliburton Makes Pacers Dangerous — Oct 13, 2026LeBron James says the Indiana Pacers could become contenders if Tyrese Haliburton is healthy, calling the star guard central to the team’s success. Haliburton returned to the court in a preseason game after missing the 2025-26 season with a torn Achilles.

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Bengals' Tanner Hudson expected to miss season — Oct 12, 2026Bengals tight end Tanner Hudson suffered a torn pectoral in Cincinnati’s win over Miami and is expected to miss the rest of the 2026 season. His absence leaves the team needing to adjust its tight-end rotation and replace a recent contributor to the passing game.

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Avalanche Beat Stars After MacKinnon-Hintz Fight — Oct 14, 2026Colorado Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon suffered a bloody nose and cut in a fight with Dallas Stars forward Roope Hintz, who also injured his knuckles; MacKinnon returned after receiving treatment. It was MacKinnon’s second fight this season, renewing attention to the pair’s history after Hintz sustained a torn hamstring in an incident involving MacKinnon last season.

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St. Louis to pause tornado demolitions until 2027 after 560 buildings razedWeather — Oct 27, 2026St. Louis will largely pause tornado-damaged home demolitions in December and plans to resume with Phase 2 in early 2027, after completing the first phase focused on dangerous buildings, major corridors and owner requests. Officials say roughly 1,400 to 1,600 structures need demolition overall and another $40 million or more is needed to finish; the city says the winter pause is for planning and resetting, not because funds for current work have run out.

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Tornado damages homes, topples trees in Santa FeWeather — Oct 25, 2026Tornado-warned storm tore roofs off homes and toppled trees in midtown Santa Fe around 7 p.m. Saturday. City confirmed significant damage; no injuries by late Saturday.

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Maya Lindstrom With more storms due they are right to tell folks to steer clear of the flood areas.

Severe Storms and Flooding Threaten New MexicoWeather — Oct 23, 2026Severe thunderstorms are threatening New Mexico, with a watch covering much of the state and risks including damaging winds, large hail, heavy rain and isolated tornadoes. Warnings were issued for a storm near Albuquerque and a tornado-capable storm in Grant and Luna Counties; people in warning areas should seek shelter.

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Elena Vasquez Folks in Grant and Luna Counties should stay alert for any rotation in those storms tonight.

Arizona issues first tornado watch since 2010 as storms hitWeather — Oct 20, 2026A rare tornado watch and multiple warnings were issued for northern and central Arizona, where a tornado was captured moving over Dewey-Humboldt amid threats of damaging hail and severe winds. A tornado was also spotted in southwest New Mexico, with no damage reported and the sighting marking the first documented tornado in Hidalgo County since 1950.

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Arizona Storm Outbreak Produces Third Confirmed TornadoWeather — Oct 29, 2026The National Weather Service confirmed a third EF1 tornado from Arizona’s Oct. 21 storm outbreak, near Wing Mountain north of Bellemont. The tornado traveled about 2.3 miles with estimated winds of 110 mph, snapping and uprooting trees; two other tornadoes near Prescott and Heber-Overgaard were also confirmed, with the latter damaging structures and injuring one person.

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