Chiefs Dominate Saints in Monday Night Football, Improve to 5-0
Kansas City Rolls Over New Orleans The Kansas City Chiefs continued their dominant season with a convincing 26-13 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football. Despite entering the game with uncertainties at the wide receiver position, JuJu Smith-Schuster delivered a standout performance, hauling in seven receptions for 130 yards. Meanwhile, the Saints’ struggles intensified when quarterback Derek Carr left the game in the fourth quarter with an oblique injury, further complicating their offense. Chiefs Secure Comfortable Win For the first time in eight games, dating back to last season’s playoffs, the Chiefs secured a win by more than one score. Kansas City finally broke the trend of narrow victories, cruising to a 26-13 win at Arrowhead Stadium and maintaining their perfect 5-0 record. The win marks yet another season under head coach Andy Reid where the Chiefs have achieved a winning streak of at least five games. Kareem Hunt's Impact A silver lining emerged from Isiah Pacheco’s leg injury—Kansas City would not have re-signed Kareem Hunt had Pacheco been healthy. Hunt has become an essential component of the Chiefs' offense, stepping up to keep the running game afloat.In the match against the Saints, Hunt rushed for the ball 27 times, racking up 102 yards and finding the end zone for a touchdown.. His impressive performances may create a strong one-two punch in the backfield when Pacheco returns, offering Kansas City much-needed depth. Red Zone Efficiency Still a Concern Even though the Chiefs' offense performed well, they still encountered difficulties in the red zone.. Kansas City managed to convert only two of their six chances inside the red zone, which included a damaging interception stemming from Smith-Schuster deflecting a pass near the goal line.. Despite his standout game, this mistake highlighted ongoing inefficiencies inside the opponent’s 20-yard line. Smith-Schuster Shines, Despite Setback After a quiet start to the season with only two catches in the first four games, JuJu Smith-Schuster broke out against the Saints, recording five catches, with much of his success coming from his ability to rack up yards after the catch (82 YAC). However, his goal-line deflection that led to an interception served as a blemish on an otherwise stellar night. New Orleans Saints Struggle Amid Injuries For the Saints, the night was marred by injuries and inconsistency. Already entering the game with a lengthy injury list, New Orleans needed to execute a flawless game plan to match Kansas City’s firepower. Instead, they found themselves in an early deficit, with Carr throwing an interception just six plays into the game, setting up Kansas City’s first touchdown. The Saints’ offensive woes continued, as they failed to replicate the firepower from their earlier games. Despite a 43-yard touchdown pass from Carr to Rashid Shaheed, the Saints couldn’t maintain momentum, losing their third consecutive game. Pivotal Moment: Saunders’ Big-Man Pick A notable moment came when Saints defensive tackle Khalen Saunders made an athletic one-handed interception in the end zone, running it back for 37 yards. Saunders, who had several friends and family in attendance, including his brother—a backup dancer for Taylor Swift—showed impressive agility in the play, adding a rare highlight to the Saints’ disappointing night. Discipline Issues Continue for Saints' Secondary Cornerback Paulson Adebo’s penalty troubles resurfaced during the game. After a costly pass interference penalty in last week’s loss to the Falcons, Adebo was flagged again late in the third quarter against the Chiefs, nearly allowing another touchdown. His seven penalties this season rank among the highest in the league, an alarming trend for the Saints’ defense. Saints’ Offensive Struggles in the Ground Game The Saints’ inability to establish an effective running game proved to be their downfall. Hampered by injuries along the offensive line, New Orleans’ ground attack lacked consistency, forcing the offense to rely on low-percentage deep throws. Carr threw nine passes that were over 15 air yards, but he completed just two of them, totaling 64 yards along with one touchdown and one interception. Quarterback Breakdown Prior to his injury, Carr struggled with consistency, completing 18 of 28 passes for 165 yards, along with one touchdown and one interception.. After Carr exited the game, rookie Jake Haener took over under center, completing just two of seven passes for 17 yards in his first meaningful action of the season. Conclusion The Chiefs’ convincing victory solidified their status as one of the NFL’s top teams, while the Saints continue to grapple with injuries and inconsistency, now sitting at 2-3. Kansas City’s offense showed flashes of brilliance, but red zone issues remain a concern as they march forward in their quest for another Super Bowl appearance. Football Multiplier
Chiefs Dominate Saints in Monday Night Football, Improve to 5-0
Kansas City Rolls Over New Orleans The Kansas City Chiefs continued their dominant season with a convincing 26-13 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football. Despite entering the game with uncertainties at the wide receiver position, JuJu Smith-Schuster delivered a standout performance, hauling in seven receptions for 130 yards. Meanwhile, the Saints’ struggles intensified when quarterback Derek Carr left the game in the fourth quarter with an oblique injury, further complicating their offense. Chiefs Secure Comfortable Win For the first time in eight games, dating back to last season’s playoffs, the Chiefs secured a win by more than one score. Kansas City finally broke the trend of narrow victories, cruising to a 26-13 win at Arrowhead Stadium and maintaining their perfect 5-0 record. The win marks yet another season under head coach Andy Reid where the Chiefs have achieved a winning streak of at least five games. Kareem Hunt's Impact A silver lining emerged from Isiah Pacheco’s leg injury—Kansas City would not have re-signed Kareem Hunt had Pacheco been healthy. Hunt has become an essential component of the Chiefs' offense, stepping up to keep the running game afloat.In the match against the Saints, Hunt rushed for the ball 27 times, racking up 102 yards and finding the end zone for a touchdown.. His impressive performances may create a strong one-two punch in the backfield when Pacheco returns, offering Kansas City much-needed depth. Red Zone Efficiency Still a Concern Even though the Chiefs' offense performed well, they still encountered difficulties in the red zone.. Kansas City managed to convert only two of their six chances inside the red zone, which included a damaging interception stemming from Smith-Schuster deflecting a pass near the goal line.. Despite his standout game, this mistake highlighted ongoing inefficiencies inside the opponent’s 20-yard line. Smith-Schuster Shines, Despite Setback After a quiet start to the season with only two catches in the first four games, JuJu Smith-Schuster broke out against the Saints, recording five catches, with much of his success coming from his ability to rack up yards after the catch (82 YAC). However, his goal-line deflection that led to an interception served as a blemish on an otherwise stellar night. New Orleans Saints Struggle Amid Injuries For the Saints, the night was marred by injuries and inconsistency. Already entering the game with a lengthy injury list, New Orleans needed to execute a flawless game plan to match Kansas City’s firepower. Instead, they found themselves in an early deficit, with Carr throwing an interception just six plays into the game, setting up Kansas City’s first touchdown. The Saints’ offensive woes continued, as they failed to replicate the firepower from their earlier games. Despite a 43-yard touchdown pass from Carr to Rashid Shaheed, the Saints couldn’t maintain momentum, losing their third consecutive game. Pivotal Moment: Saunders’ Big-Man Pick A notable moment came when Saints defensive tackle Khalen Saunders made an athletic one-handed interception in the end zone, running it back for 37 yards. Saunders, who had several friends and family in attendance, including his brother—a backup dancer for Taylor Swift—showed impressive agility in the play, adding a rare highlight to the Saints’ disappointing night. Discipline Issues Continue for Saints' Secondary Cornerback Paulson Adebo’s penalty troubles resurfaced during the game. After a costly pass interference penalty in last week’s loss to the Falcons, Adebo was flagged again late in the third quarter against the Chiefs, nearly allowing another touchdown. His seven penalties this season rank among the highest in the league, an alarming trend for the Saints’ defense. Saints’ Offensive Struggles in the Ground Game The Saints’ inability to establish an effective running game proved to be their downfall. Hampered by injuries along the offensive line, New Orleans’ ground attack lacked consistency, forcing the offense to rely on low-percentage deep throws. Carr threw nine passes that were over 15 air yards, but he completed just two of them, totaling 64 yards along with one touchdown and one interception. Quarterback Breakdown Prior to his injury, Carr struggled with consistency, completing 18 of 28 passes for 165 yards, along with one touchdown and one interception.. After Carr exited the game, rookie Jake Haener took over under center, completing just two of seven passes for 17 yards in his first meaningful action of the season. Conclusion The Chiefs’ convincing victory solidified their status as one of the NFL’s top teams, while the Saints continue to grapple with injuries and inconsistency, now sitting at 2-3. Kansas City’s offense showed flashes of brilliance, but red zone issues remain a concern as they march forward in their quest for another Super Bowl appearance. Football Multiplier
Chiefs Dominate Saints in Monday Night Football, Improve to 5-0
Kansas City Rolls Over New Orleans The Kansas City Chiefs continued their dominant season with a convincing 26-13 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Monday Night Football. Despite entering the game with uncertainties at the wide receiver position, JuJu Smith-Schuster delivered a standout performance, hauling in seven receptions for 130 yards. Meanwhile, the Saints’ struggles intensified when quarterback Derek Carr left the game in the fourth quarter with an oblique injury, further complicating their offense. Chiefs Secure Comfortable Win For the first time in eight games, dating back to last season’s playoffs, the Chiefs secured a win by more than one score. Kansas City finally broke the trend of narrow victories, cruising to a 26-13 win at Arrowhead Stadium and maintaining their perfect 5-0 record. The win marks yet another season under head coach Andy Reid where the Chiefs have achieved a winning streak of at least five games. Kareem Hunt's Impact A silver lining emerged from Isiah Pacheco’s leg injury—Kansas City would not have re-signed Kareem Hunt had Pacheco been healthy. Hunt has become an essential component of the Chiefs' offense, stepping up to keep the running game afloat.In the match against the Saints, Hunt rushed for the ball 27 times, racking up 102 yards and finding the end zone for a touchdown.. His impressive performances may create a strong one-two punch in the backfield when Pacheco returns, offering Kansas City much-needed depth. Red Zone Efficiency Still a Concern Even though the Chiefs' offense performed well, they still encountered difficulties in the red zone.. Kansas City managed to convert only two of their six chances inside the red zone, which included a damaging interception stemming from Smith-Schuster deflecting a pass near the goal line.. Despite his standout game, this mistake highlighted ongoing inefficiencies inside the opponent’s 20-yard line. Smith-Schuster Shines, Despite Setback After a quiet start to the season with only two catches in the first four games, JuJu Smith-Schuster broke out against the Saints, recording five catches, with much of his success coming from his ability to rack up yards after the catch (82 YAC). However, his goal-line deflection that led to an interception served as a blemish on an otherwise stellar night. New Orleans Saints Struggle Amid Injuries For the Saints, the night was marred by injuries and inconsistency. Already entering the game with a lengthy injury list, New Orleans needed to execute a flawless game plan to match Kansas City’s firepower. Instead, they found themselves in an early deficit, with Carr throwing an interception just six plays into the game, setting up Kansas City’s first touchdown. The Saints’ offensive woes continued, as they failed to replicate the firepower from their earlier games. Despite a 43-yard touchdown pass from Carr to Rashid Shaheed, the Saints couldn’t maintain momentum, losing their third consecutive game. Pivotal Moment: Saunders’ Big-Man Pick A notable moment came when Saints defensive tackle Khalen Saunders made an athletic one-handed interception in the end zone, running it back for 37 yards. Saunders, who had several friends and family in attendance, including his brother—a backup dancer for Taylor Swift—showed impressive agility in the play, adding a rare highlight to the Saints’ disappointing night. Discipline Issues Continue for Saints' Secondary Cornerback Paulson Adebo’s penalty troubles resurfaced during the game. After a costly pass interference penalty in last week’s loss to the Falcons, Adebo was flagged again late in the third quarter against the Chiefs, nearly allowing another touchdown. His seven penalties this season rank among the highest in the league, an alarming trend for the Saints’ defense. Saints’ Offensive Struggles in the Ground Game The Saints’ inability to establish an effective running game proved to be their downfall. Hampered by injuries along the offensive line, New Orleans’ ground attack lacked consistency, forcing the offense to rely on low-percentage deep throws. Carr threw nine passes that were over 15 air yards, but he completed just two of them, totaling 64 yards along with one touchdown and one interception. Quarterback Breakdown Prior to his injury, Carr struggled with consistency, completing 18 of 28 passes for 165 yards, along with one touchdown and one interception.. After Carr exited the game, rookie Jake Haener took over under center, completing just two of seven passes for 17 yards in his first meaningful action of the season. Conclusion The Chiefs’ convincing victory solidified their status as one of the NFL’s top teams, while the Saints continue to grapple with injuries and inconsistency, now sitting at 2-3. Kansas City’s offense showed flashes of brilliance, but red zone issues remain a concern as they march forward in their quest for another Super Bowl appearance. Football Multiplier
Cole Shines Over Nine Innings as Yankees Edge Past A’s in Extra Frames
OAKLAND — Gerrit Cole delivered a masterclass on the mound Friday night, shrugging off recent controversy to propel the Yankees to a 4-2, 10-inning victory over the Athletics at the Coliseum. No interruptions, no walks, just a dominating display that suggests New York’s ace is sharpening up for October. In a marked response to his previous outing’s setback, where an intentional walk unraveled his performance, Cole pitched nine stellar innings—his best of the season. The Yankees’ extra-inning win was driven by Cole’s command, mixing efficiency with dominance. "You don't want to overcorrect either; you just want to pitch better," Cole thought. “It’s about finding that balance. I was excited for this one, knowing I had a chance to contribute something positive.” Mark Your Calendars for Sept. 25: Jeter Last Hit Bobblehead Night at Yankee Stadium The Yankees clinched the game’s pivotal run in the 10th inning when a passed ball slipped past catcher Shea Langeliers, allowing Jasson Domínguez to sprint home. The moment was tense—Juan Soto scratched from the lineup earlier due to knee swelling, emerged as a pinch hitter, clutching his bat. Soto, despite being limited by his injury, roped a crucial double to deep left off T.J. McFarland, driving in a run before making way for a pinch-runner. Anthony Volpe followed with an RBI single—his third hit of the night—adding extra insurance. Luke Weaver secured the win, recording his third save. With this victory, the Yankees maintained their four-game lead over the Orioles in the American League East, with only eight games remaining. Cole’s 99-pitch gem was central to the win. “Just a phenomenal performance,” said manager Aaron Boone. “Going nine innings with that kind of pitch efficiency—it’s impressive. When our offense was having trouble, he kept us in the game and gave us the opportunity to win. In his previous outing against the Red Sox, Cole had taken a controversial approach, issuing an intentional walk to Rafael Devers while on the cusp of a no-hitter. The move backfired, leading to a season-high seven runs allowed. This time, however, Cole silenced any critics by limiting the A’s to just one run on two hits, with one walk and seven strikeouts. “It was a combination of their aggression and executing good pitches early in the count,” Cole explained. “They hit some balls hard, but they were well-placed. We funneled the plays to our defense—Gleyber [Torres] made some tough outs look easy. We converted every opportunity.” Catcher Austin Wells praised Cole’s versatility: “He mixed all his pitches beautifully tonight. It's rare to see pitchers go nine innings these days, so that was noteworthy. This was the first time all season that Cole reached the seventh inning, and he pushed further still. Cole even lobbied Boone to pitch the 10th inning, though the manager promptly denied that request. “I didn’t feel fatigued at all, which is a great sign,” Cole noted. “I had more left in the tank. That helped us stay sharp deep into the game. I hadn’t pitched into the seventh, eighth, or ninth this season, so it felt incredible to see it all come together.” It’s been a rollercoaster of a year for Cole, the reigning American League Cy Young Award winner. Sidelined during Spring Training with elbow inflammation, Cole didn’t make his season debut until mid-June. His performances have varied, as he admitted: “There have been some really strong games, but a few rough ones as well.” Despite the setbacks, the silver lining for Cole is that his arm feels fresher than it might have had he made 33 starts, as he did last season when he led the AL with 209 innings pitched. That could spell trouble for opposing teams come playoff time, and bode well for the Yankees’ postseason ambitions. “I’d much rather have 212 innings by now,” Cole said. Being a part of the league since April is a huge experience. But all things considered, I think we’re in a great position right now. The confidence is there, and we’re ready to keep pushing forward.” Watch Video
Cole Shines Over Nine Innings as Yankees Edge Past A’s in Extra Frames
OAKLAND — Gerrit Cole delivered a masterclass on the mound Friday night, shrugging off recent controversy to propel the Yankees to a 4-2, 10-inning victory over the Athletics at the Coliseum. No interruptions, no walks, just a dominating display that suggests New York’s ace is sharpening up for October. In a marked response to his previous outing’s setback, where an intentional walk unraveled his performance, Cole pitched nine stellar innings—his best of the season. The Yankees’ extra-inning win was driven by Cole’s command, mixing efficiency with dominance. "You don't want to overcorrect either; you just want to pitch better," Cole thought. “It’s about finding that balance. I was excited for this one, knowing I had a chance to contribute something positive.” Mark Your Calendars for Sept. 25: Jeter Last Hit Bobblehead Night at Yankee Stadium The Yankees clinched the game’s pivotal run in the 10th inning when a passed ball slipped past catcher Shea Langeliers, allowing Jasson Domínguez to sprint home. The moment was tense—Juan Soto scratched from the lineup earlier due to knee swelling, emerged as a pinch hitter, clutching his bat. Soto, despite being limited by his injury, roped a crucial double to deep left off T.J. McFarland, driving in a run before making way for a pinch-runner. Anthony Volpe followed with an RBI single—his third hit of the night—adding extra insurance. Luke Weaver secured the win, recording his third save. With this victory, the Yankees maintained their four-game lead over the Orioles in the American League East, with only eight games remaining. Cole’s 99-pitch gem was central to the win. “Just a phenomenal performance,” said manager Aaron Boone. “Going nine innings with that kind of pitch efficiency—it’s impressive. When our offense was having trouble, he kept us in the game and gave us the opportunity to win. In his previous outing against the Red Sox, Cole had taken a controversial approach, issuing an intentional walk to Rafael Devers while on the cusp of a no-hitter. The move backfired, leading to a season-high seven runs allowed. This time, however, Cole silenced any critics by limiting the A’s to just one run on two hits, with one walk and seven strikeouts. “It was a combination of their aggression and executing good pitches early in the count,” Cole explained. “They hit some balls hard, but they were well-placed. We funneled the plays to our defense—Gleyber [Torres] made some tough outs look easy. We converted every opportunity.” Catcher Austin Wells praised Cole’s versatility: “He mixed all his pitches beautifully tonight. It's rare to see pitchers go nine innings these days, so that was noteworthy. This was the first time all season that Cole reached the seventh inning, and he pushed further still. Cole even lobbied Boone to pitch the 10th inning, though the manager promptly denied that request. “I didn’t feel fatigued at all, which is a great sign,” Cole noted. “I had more left in the tank. That helped us stay sharp deep into the game. I hadn’t pitched into the seventh, eighth, or ninth this season, so it felt incredible to see it all come together.” It’s been a rollercoaster of a year for Cole, the reigning American League Cy Young Award winner. Sidelined during Spring Training with elbow inflammation, Cole didn’t make his season debut until mid-June. His performances have varied, as he admitted: “There have been some really strong games, but a few rough ones as well.” Despite the setbacks, the silver lining for Cole is that his arm feels fresher than it might have had he made 33 starts, as he did last season when he led the AL with 209 innings pitched. That could spell trouble for opposing teams come playoff time, and bode well for the Yankees’ postseason ambitions. “I’d much rather have 212 innings by now,” Cole said. Being a part of the league since April is a huge experience. But all things considered, I think we’re in a great position right now. The confidence is there, and we’re ready to keep pushing forward.” Watch Video
Cole Shines Over Nine Innings as Yankees Edge Past A’s in Extra Frames
OAKLAND — Gerrit Cole delivered a masterclass on the mound Friday night, shrugging off recent controversy to propel the Yankees to a 4-2, 10-inning victory over the Athletics at the Coliseum. No interruptions, no walks, just a dominating display that suggests New York’s ace is sharpening up for October. In a marked response to his previous outing’s setback, where an intentional walk unraveled his performance, Cole pitched nine stellar innings—his best of the season. The Yankees’ extra-inning win was driven by Cole’s command, mixing efficiency with dominance. "You don't want to overcorrect either; you just want to pitch better," Cole thought. “It’s about finding that balance. I was excited for this one, knowing I had a chance to contribute something positive.” Mark Your Calendars for Sept. 25: Jeter Last Hit Bobblehead Night at Yankee Stadium The Yankees clinched the game’s pivotal run in the 10th inning when a passed ball slipped past catcher Shea Langeliers, allowing Jasson Domínguez to sprint home. The moment was tense—Juan Soto scratched from the lineup earlier due to knee swelling, emerged as a pinch hitter, clutching his bat. Soto, despite being limited by his injury, roped a crucial double to deep left off T.J. McFarland, driving in a run before making way for a pinch-runner. Anthony Volpe followed with an RBI single—his third hit of the night—adding extra insurance. Luke Weaver secured the win, recording his third save. With this victory, the Yankees maintained their four-game lead over the Orioles in the American League East, with only eight games remaining. Cole’s 99-pitch gem was central to the win. “Just a phenomenal performance,” said manager Aaron Boone. “Going nine innings with that kind of pitch efficiency—it’s impressive. When our offense was having trouble, he kept us in the game and gave us the opportunity to win. In his previous outing against the Red Sox, Cole had taken a controversial approach, issuing an intentional walk to Rafael Devers while on the cusp of a no-hitter. The move backfired, leading to a season-high seven runs allowed. This time, however, Cole silenced any critics by limiting the A’s to just one run on two hits, with one walk and seven strikeouts. “It was a combination of their aggression and executing good pitches early in the count,” Cole explained. “They hit some balls hard, but they were well-placed. We funneled the plays to our defense—Gleyber [Torres] made some tough outs look easy. We converted every opportunity.” Catcher Austin Wells praised Cole’s versatility: “He mixed all his pitches beautifully tonight. It's rare to see pitchers go nine innings these days, so that was noteworthy. This was the first time all season that Cole reached the seventh inning, and he pushed further still. Cole even lobbied Boone to pitch the 10th inning, though the manager promptly denied that request. “I didn’t feel fatigued at all, which is a great sign,” Cole noted. “I had more left in the tank. That helped us stay sharp deep into the game. I hadn’t pitched into the seventh, eighth, or ninth this season, so it felt incredible to see it all come together.” It’s been a rollercoaster of a year for Cole, the reigning American League Cy Young Award winner. Sidelined during Spring Training with elbow inflammation, Cole didn’t make his season debut until mid-June. His performances have varied, as he admitted: “There have been some really strong games, but a few rough ones as well.” Despite the setbacks, the silver lining for Cole is that his arm feels fresher than it might have had he made 33 starts, as he did last season when he led the AL with 209 innings pitched. That could spell trouble for opposing teams come playoff time, and bode well for the Yankees’ postseason ambitions. “I’d much rather have 212 innings by now,” Cole said. Being a part of the league since April is a huge experience. But all things considered, I think we’re in a great position right now. The confidence is there, and we’re ready to keep pushing forward.” Watch Video