Jefferson seeks 100 yard breakout for Vikings vs Rams
Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson has posted four straight games under 100 yards and seeks a 100 yard performance against the Rams in Los Angeles. He noted frustration with the current stretch as Minnesota, 5-1, eyes a key early-season test while navigating injuries to teammates and a new quarterback.
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NFL Week 8 games and late Vikings error miss
The schedule lists multiple Week 8 games including Minnesota at the Rams and Arizona at Miami. A late Vikings drive edged by a high throw, with Jefferson noting team effort and few plays left on the field, could have swung the outcome.
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Big 12 defenders pace FBS with interceptions and TDs
Big 12 players totaled 21 interceptions over the weekend, leading to 114 picks this season the most in the FBS. Cobee Bryant of Kansas had three picks against Houston, the most by a BCS player this year, while Marques Sigle of Kansas State and Brandon Adams of UCF each returned one for a touchdown. Williams of Iowa State extended a four game interception streak sealing a 38 35 win over UCF.
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Guardian Caps aim to cut NFL concussion risk with padded helmets
The Guardian Caps, 12 ounce shells fitted atop helmets, are used by NFL players and many college and youth programs. NFL officials cite lab and field data showing reduced concussion risk, with claims of 10 percent fewer injuries when one player wears them and 20 percent when both collide.
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Iowa Hawkeyes face defensive shortfalls after Michigan State setback
Iowa remains undefeated when holding opponents under 5.5 yards per play but fell to 0-3 when allowing more. After a jump in 2024 offense to 27.9 points, the defense must improve tackling and consistency to meet FBS averages. Ferentz calls recent tackling issues uncharacteristic and potentially a trend.
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