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Michael Carrick was sacked by Manchester United after a disastrous start to the season (PIERO CRUCIATTI)
Michael Carrick is the latest in a long line of managers to be sacked by Manchester United as they struggle to recapture former glories, but their problems run far deeper than the dugout.
For the first time in 40 years, the 20-time English champions find themselves in the Premier League relegation zone at this stage of the season.

Most people probably have forgotten about Fran Tarkenton. His name popped up this week after he paid a recorded $51.89 million for an extensively renovated Palm Beach oceanfront mansion in Palm Beach.
But Fran Tarkenton, who plans to use his new residence as his winter home like so many other snow birds, is a Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback who once held numerous NFL passing records. Now 86, he redefined the position with his amazing scrambling and passing abilities and led the Minnesota Vikings to three Super Bowls.

Chase Hooper has a fight booked.
The UFC fan-favorite lightweight has been added to the lineup of the last numbered event of the year. Hooper (17-5-1 MMA, 9-5 UFC) is set to take on Chris Padilla in a three-round bout. UFC 335 takes place on Dec. 12 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
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. Connected MMA first reported the bout.
Hooper is coming off a submission win over Mitch Ramirez in July.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – NOVEMBER 08: Zach Charbonnet #26 of the Seattle Seahawks runs the ball against the Arizona Cardinals during the second quarter at Lumen Field on November 08, 2026 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) | Getty Images
Welcome to Week 10 of the fantasy football season! Below I have some NFL players and thoughts on their fantasy value this week. Remember, don’t blindly bench guys who are “sits.” Your fantasy team will dictate if you even can bench a player or not.

The San Francisco 49ers knew what they wanted in a receiver, and veteran Keenan Allen fit the bill for head coach Kyle Shanahan.
San Francisco acquired the veteran wide receiver from the Indianapolis Colts this week, sending a 2027 sixth-round pick to add another experienced pass catcher. Shanahan said Wednesday that Allen checked the boxes the team was looking for, particularly with his ability to separate, catch the football and contribute when he’s not a target.
“Just trying to get the best receiver that you can,” Shanahan told reporters.

Pierre Sage’s time as Crystal Palace manager lasted just five months and 16 games [Getty Images]
Crystal Palace have sacked manager Pierre Sage after just five months in charge, with the club bottom of the Premier League.
Former Brentford and Tottenham boss Thomas Frank is in advanced talks to take over.
Sunday’s 3-1 defeat by Liverpool was Palace’s fourth in succession in the Premier League.
The Eagles have won just two of their opening 10 games and also have the worst defensive record in the league, conceding 24 goals.

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – OCTOBER 24: Sebastian the Ibis, mascot of the Miami Hurricanes, points towards the crowd during the first half of a college football game against the Pittsburgh Panthers at Hard Rock Stadium on October 24, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Eston Parker/ISI Photos/ISI Photos via Getty Images) | ISI Photos via Getty Images
To continue the 2026 season, the Miami Hurricanes head home to Hard Rock stadium to play the first of 3 consecutive home ACC games to close out the regular season. First up on that list: the Duke Blue Devils for Homecoming.

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The NBA finally made a call that Miami fans have waited nearly 40 years to hear. On Monday, an individual familiar with the situation informed the Associated Press that Miami was selected by the league to host the 2028 All-Star weekend. This is not a maybe or a hope. The decision was made several months ago, and the big parts of the deal are already done. A logo is approved, and the planning is moving fast. The city gets its moment back, but the clock is ticking on the biggest star in the game.
The timing creates a wild question for the Heat roster.

MADISON, WI – NOVEMBER 07: Wisconsin Badgers outside linebacker Sebastian Cheeks (15) sacks Rutgers Scarlet Knights quarterback AJ Surace (10) in a college football game between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and the Wisconsin Badgers on November 7th, 2026 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, WI. (Photo by Dan Sanger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images
The Wisconsin Badgers have enjoyed a quality season to date, sitting at 6-3 with three games left in the season.

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – JANUARY 04: Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Jacksonville Jaguars calls the snap against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at EverBank Stadium on January 04, 2026 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images) | Getty Images
The NFL is headed into the proverbial dog days before the holiday season heats up the playoff race. The trade deadline was this past Tuesday and it was plenty active.