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Bahamas suffers 1-0 loss to Guam

Boys’ national soccer team in search of their first victory after four matches in FIFA Under-15 World Cup & Festival

!"#$%&'()'&# !*++%,(./0123#-45.67#+345.63. jburrows@ tribunemedia.net THE Bahamas’ under-15 boys national soccer team closed its opening round of the FIFA Under-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, with a 1-0 defeat to Guam yesterday, leaving the young Bahamians searching for their first victory after four matches. Guam scored the only goal of the contest at the Hovsan Competition Complex, handing The Bahamas its fourth consecutive loss at the inaugural international tournament. The result followed defeats to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, both by 6-1

margins, and a narrow 2-1 loss to Myanmar, in which Omari Coke scored the Bahamians’ only goal of the match. The Bahamas was also scheduled to face Ghana on Monday, with the fixture against Guam providing another opportunity to measure the team’s progress against international opposition. FIFA - SEE PAGE 2

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PRINCE STRACHAN AND WEST VIRGINIA Bahamas All-Stars 10U football team into iFlag MOUNTAINEERS GET 45-42 VICTORY !"#$%&'()'&# !*++%,(./0123#-45.67#+345.63. jburrows@ tribunemedia.net PRINCE Strachan’s late-game heroics against Cincinnati were the result of months of work behind the scenes, with the Bahamian wide receiver crediting his growing connection with quarterback Michael Hawkins Jr and the trust he has earned from West Virginia’s coaching staff for his decisive contribution to the Mountaineers’ 45-42 victory. The Freeport native caught two crucial passes

on West Virginia’s final drive, helping set up Jack Cassidy’s 35-yard field goal as time expired to give the Mountaineers their first Big 12 conference victory of the season. Speaking during media availability on October 20, Strachan reflected on the sequence that turned a quiet afternoon into one of the defining performances of West Virginia’s season, explaining that his mindset was to remain ready regardless of the situation. “My thought process was just it’s not over until it’s over,” Strachan said. “Through my experience I just wanted to really just

carry that out on the field this week and, through that last drive, I was just thinking, whatever they call, it’s our job to make it work.” West Virginia faced third and nine from its own twoyard line with the game tied at 42 when Hawkins launched a pass down the sideline. Strachan adjusted to the ball in the air and secured a 41-yard reception, giving the Mountaineers muchneeded breathing room. Two plays later, Hawkins went back to the Bahamian receiver, who caught another deep pass and BIG 12 - SEE PAGE 4

Battle Orlando semis

!"#$%&'()'&# !*++%,(./0123#-45.67#+345.63. jburrows@ tribunemedia.net THE Bahamas All-Stars 10-and-under flag football team reached the semi-finals of the iFlag Battle Orlando Tournament in Florida last weekend before falling 27-12 to Phinz, the top ranked team from Tampa. The seven-member Bahamian squad, sanctioned by the Bahamas Youth Flag Football League (BYFFL),

competed in the two-day tournament at Simmers Young Park in Winter Haven, Florida, using the experience to assess its readiness for the iFlag World Championships in Tampa in January 2027. Head coach Akeem Boyd said the team showed promise offensively but must improve defensively before taking on international competition again. The Bahamas opened the tournament with a 22-12 loss to Phinz before bouncing back with a 12-6 victory over Brevard Elite, a team

from Brevard County, Florida. The Bahamians then recorded a more convincing 26-7 win over Unleashing Untapped Talents South Tampa Mafia to advance to the semi-finals. However, they were unable to get past Phinz for a second time, ending their tournament run one step short of the championship game. Boyd identified defensive concentration and discipline as key areas requiring iFLAG - SEE PAGE 2

Brewers rout Rays 10-1 to move within one win of their first World Series title !"#+%!#:''<<=# '>#-45.67#,./63. ST. PETERSBURG, Florida (AP) — Jackson Chourio and Brice Turang sparked Milwaukee’s eightrun fifth inning, and the Brewers routed the Tampa Bay Rays 10-1 last night to move within one victory of their first World Series title. Rookie left-hander Robert Gasser pitched one-hit ball and faced the minimum through six innings as Milwaukee rolled to a 3-0 lead in the Series. Game 4 is tonight at Tropicana Field, where many Brewers fans showed up Monday and cheered from behind the visitors’ dugout. Gasser allowed a linedrive single to Yandy Díaz leading off the bottom of the first and then retired 14 straight before Victor Mesa Jr. walked to start the Tampa Bay sixth.

With the help of a caught stealing and a double play, Gasser became the first starter to face the minimum 18 batters through six innings of a World Series game since Arizona's Curt Schilling in 2001 — and the first lefty to do it since Sandy Koufax for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 1965. Chourio went 4 for 5, William Contreras was 3 for 5 and Milwaukee racked up 16 hits off “Fastball Freddy” Peralta and five relievers to win its eighth straight postseason game and fourth in a row on the road. Of the 43 previous major league teams to fall behind 3-0 in a best-of-seven postseason series, only the 2004 Boston Red Sox rallied to win four straight when they beat the New York Yankees in the American League Championship Series. Gasser became the first starter for Milwaukee to get an out in the sixth

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Peralta, the MVP of the ALCS against Cleveland,

ran out of gas against the Brewers. He was charged with five runs and seven hits in 4 2/3 innings against his former team. After a pair of tense, down-to-the-final-pitch, one-run games in Milwaukee, the Brewers put this one out of reach in the fifth with a postseason-record seven straight hits with two outs. Chourio began the rally with a one-out single and then stole second with two outs. Christian Yelich walked, and Peralta exited after Contreras’ infield single loaded the bases. The inning appeared to end when third baseman Junior Caminero fielded Contreras’ bouncer and threw to second base for a forceout. But the call at second was overturned after a replay review, and Cam Booser entered. WORLD SERIES - PAGE 2

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Franco Miller Jr scores 21 points but Rockets lose 85-76 in China !"#$%&'()'&# !*++%,-# (./0123#-45.67#+345.63.# !"#$$%&'( )$*"#+,-,.*/0+,)

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BAHAMIAN guard Franco Miller Jr continues to excel in his inaugural China season scoring 21 points and dished out eight assists for the Ningbo Rockets, but his efforts were not enough to prevent a 85-76 defeat to the Jilin Northeast Tigers in Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) action yesterday. Miller also recorded two steals in the game as Ningbo surrendered a nine-point half-time lead to suffer another defeat in the early stages of the 202627 campaign. The Rockets held a 50-41 advantage at

the break after taking control in the opening quarter, but their offensive production dropped considerably in the second half as Jilin mounted its comeback. Ningbo managed just 26 points after half-time, including 15 in the third quarter and 11 in the fourth, allowing Jilin to take control of the game and secure the victory. The result followed another productive outing for Miller against Guangdong on Saturday. In that game, he scored 23 points and added six assists in an 86-77 defeat. He also connected on five of his nine attempts from threepoint range. Miller had previously contributed 16 points and six assists against Beijing Royal Fighters on October

17, before recording 13 points and eight assists against Shanxi Loongs on October 20. He added seven points and eight assists against Fujian on October 22. The Bahamian guard has continued to contribute as both a scorer and playmaker for Ningbo, with his ability to create opportunities for teammates complementing his offensive production. Despite Miller’s contributions, the Rockets will be looking to improve their consistency as the season progresses, particularly after struggling to maintain their early advantage against Jilin. Ningbo will aim to turn its recent performances into victories as it continues its CBA campaign.

development against international standards, while

allowing players to take valuable experience back to

their clubs and the domestic game.

Team Bahamas in search of their first win in FIFA U-15 World Cup & Festival FIFA - FROM PAGE 1 matches had exposed the players to a level of competition beyond what most had experienced previously, but he remained encouraged by the team’s development throughout the tournament. “The first three games, I would say have been eye-opening for the players and the coaching staff,” Thompson said. “The players have never been to this part of the world. From the 14-member team, you only have one member of the team who’s ever been to Asia or the Middle East. The level of play is a step up from what we’re used to.” Approximately 60 per cent of the squad previously competed in the Dominican Republic this summer, where The Bahamas recorded two wins and one defeat against Caribbean opposition. Thompson said the difference in quality against Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan had presented a significant challenge, but the team had shown signs of improvement as the competition progressed.

“The first one, we had a bit of nerves,” he said. “The second one, we improved our defensive organisation and chance creation, though the scoreline didn’t reflect that.” The coach pointed to the Myanmar match as the team’s most competitive performance of the opening fixtures, with The Bahamas creating opportunities and hitting the crossbar before settling for a 2-1 defeat. “In the third game, we were in a fight and in a game that came down to the wire, where we actually had the majority of the chances and even hit the crossbar outside of a goal,” Thompson said. “It’s really just been amazing to see the progression of the players.” The team’s opening-stage results will determine its placement in the next phase of the competition, where participating nations will be divided into six performance tiers based on their results. The second stage is scheduled to begin today (Tuesday, October 27) with The Bahamas’ next opponent and kick-off time

dependent on its final placement following the opening round. The competition continues through October 30, giving the young Bahamians further opportunities to gain international experience and pursue their first victory. Rather than eliminating teams after the opening round, the tournament is designed to give every side further opportunities to compete against similarly matched opposition. A champion will be crowned in each tier, with the Tier A winner recognised as the overall tournament champion. The focus will now turn to making the most of its remaining matches and gaining further experience against international opponents. Thompson said the team’s objective was to compete strongly in the next stage and secure victories before returning home. The tournament provides the Bahamas Football Association with an opportunity to assess the country’s youth football

Brewers move within one win of their first World Series title

Bahamas All-Stars 10U flag football team advance to semi-finals of iFlag Battle Orlando Tournament

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iFLAG - FROM PAGE 1 attention, particularly when it comes to players maintaining their assignments throughout a game. The team’s offensive production was encouraging, but defensive lapses proved costly against the tournament’s strongest opposition. Boyd said the coaching staff now has a clearer understanding of the areas that must be addressed before the next major test. With the iFlag World Championships scheduled for January 14-17, 2027, at the Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay, the Bahamian programme has several months to strengthen its roster and improve its preparation. Boyd remains confident that the team can challenge for the title, with plans to bring additional players into the squad before the championships. He said other young players in The Bahamas have continued to develop and could make valuable additions to the team ahead of the January competition. The expanded roster is expected to provide greater depth and allow for more effective player rotation. During the Orlando

Turang ripped a liner that shortstop Taylor Walls couldn’t short hop. It bounced off his glove and rolled into shallow center, allowing two runs to score. Garrett Mitchell followed with an RBI single, Cooper Pratt grounded a two-run double down the left-field line and Sal Frelick lined a run-scoring double to make it 8-0. Cole Sulser replaced Booser and allowed an RBI single to David Hamilton and an RBI double to Chourio, who became the second-youngest player with four hits and a stolen base in a World Series game behind Ty Cobb in 1908. Of the 25 previous teams who took a 3-0 lead in the World Series, 21 swept and four won in five games. Originally the Seattle Pilots for one season in 1969, the franchise moved to Milwaukee and was renamed the Brewers in 1970. Their only other trip to the World Series came as an AL team and ended with a loss to St. Louis in Game 7 in 1982. Led by 67-year-old manager Pat Murphy,

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home. Tampa Bay also has never won a World Series in 29 seasons. The Rays lost to the Phillies in five games in 2008 and to the Dodgers in six games in 2020. Wearing their white Devil Rays uniforms, they were eager to play in front of their home fans at the quirky, cavernous Trop, which had its roof shredded by Hurricane Milton in October 2024 and needed major renovations.

But their cowbell-ringing, towel-waving fans among a sellout crowd of 40,388 couldn’t lift them past the surging Brewers. The Brewers led the majors with 103 wins, beat the Padres in four games in the NLDS and swept the Dodgers in the NLCS. With a win in Game 4, they would become the first team to sweep an LCS and World Series since the 1976 Cincinnati Reds.

tournament, several players were required to compete on both sides of the ball, placing additional demands on the seven-member squad as the games progressed. Adding depth could help the team maintain its intensity throughout games while reducing fatigue, particularly against opponents with larger rosters. The upcoming world championships will feature several formats, including 4 on 4, 5 on 5, 6 on 6, 7 on 7 and 8 on 8, across multiple age groups and divisions for boys and girls. Teams will compete for cash prizes, championship rings, trophies, ranking points and qualifying bids. For the Bahamas All Stars, the Orlando tournament provided valuable experience against established American programmes and highlighted the improvements needed to compete for a world title. The team will now turn its attention to strengthening its defensive execution, building greater squad depth and preparing for another opportunity to represent The Bahamas on the international flag football stage in Tampa next January.

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Valkyries one win away from WNBA title !"#$%&'(#)*+%,-(.# %/#012345#637483 SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Kiah Stokes kept swatting shots on the interior, while Veronica Burton disrupted the Dream with her own quick hands to alter shots. And that crazed, violet-clad “Ballhalla” home crowd roared at every chance — watching the Golden State Valkyries move one win away from a championship in their second season with a 64-55 victory against Atlanta in Game 5 of the WNBA Finals last night. Stokes had 13 points, eight rebounds and three blocks, and Burton contributed a nearly identical stat line with 13 points, eight rebounds and four blocked shots as Golden State got defensive once more to shut down Angel Reese and the Dream. The Valkyries have leaned on Stokes' steady presence and postseason experience during this remarkable run.

“We’re not here without Kiah,” Burton said. “Every single day, every single game, from the beginning. Just her veteran experience as well. It's more than just defence.” Angel Reese finished with seven points, 15 rebounds and five assists — a big difference from her two standout performances in the first two games of the series at Chase Center. Reese shook her head when whistled for the second of her three offensive fouls with 7:43 to play. “I still believe in our team, I still believe we can win this,” Reese said. Fans screamed and clapped thunder sticks following the final buzzer as Stokes spoke from the floor to chants of “MVP!” “We appreciate you,” a smiling Stokes said. “We got one more.” On a night leading scorer Gabby Williams struggled to find her shooting touch, Golden State found that “strength in numbers” mantra coach Natalie Nakase has praised all

season long and everybody made an impact. Veronica Burton had 13 points, eight rebounds and her postseason-best four blocks — tying Diana Taurasi in 2009 for most by a guard in a Finals game. On Saturday, Nakase had changed up her lineup for a 67-62 Game 4 win by inserting Tiffany Hayes and Kaila Charles into the starting five. She stayed with those two Monday night, and it worked again. Hayes, who played 10 seasons for Atlanta and came out of retirement two years ago, had 12 points — and Nakase has said she wants to win it all for the veteran guard. Williams began 2 for 11 and missed all four of her three 3-point tries, but she converted a three-point play with 9:08 remaining put the Valkyries ahead 49-42 and finished with nine points on 3-for-14 shooting and six rebounds. Atlanta will now try to stave off elimination at home Thursday in Game 6 and force a deciding Game

7 back here at Chase Center on Saturday. The Dream hurt themselves with 17 turnovers that led to 21 points for Golden State. “Nothing’s changed, we win two games we’re champions,” Dream coach Karl Smesko said. Stokes hit a key 3-pointer with 2:46 to go in the third quarter and another with 7:21 left in the game, which ignited chants of “Ki-ah! Ki-ah!” from the rocking, rally-towel waving sellout crowd at Chase Center. “It feels pretty special,” she said. “I always know what I brought to a team, I always understood my value but just to hear an arena full of 18,000 fans it just really makes me feel appreciated and loved.” Stokes has recorded three or more blocks in six straight games, tying her with Lisa Leslie in 2003 for the longest such streak in a single WNBA postseason. The Valkyries used a dominant second half after they led 25-22 at the break, the lowest scoring first half

combined score in WNBA Finals history. Rhyne Howard’s threepoint play with 4:59 left in the third pulled Atlanta within 34-31, but after that it was Stokes, Burton and the Valkyries coming up with all the crucial plays on both ends. "That’s just been our staple all season, we really rely on our defense,” Stokes said. Golden State owner Joe Lacob promised a championship within five years in a bold declaration when the expansion franchise was granted to the Bay Area three years ago, yet this season has exceeded even what he could have envisioned. Neither team could find a flow from 3-point range in the first half as they combined to shoot 5 for 29 from deep — 3 of 16 by Golden State and 2 for 13 by Atlanta. Earlier Monday, the league announced Game 6 would be played at 17,000seat State Farm Arena in Atlanta starting at 12:30pm

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Wide receiver Prince Strachan and Mountaineers get 45-42 win in Big 12 BIG 12 - FROM PAGE 1 carried the ball down to Cincinnati’s 18-yard line despite pressure from several defenders. Cassidy subsequently converted the winning field goal to complete the comeback. Strachan said his focus on the first reception was straightforward, with little time to consider the circumstances or the defenders around him. “As the ball is in the air, not much is going through my mind, but get the ball,” he said. “I’m not thinking too hard on anything, I’m just totally focused, like no one’s even around me and like nothing is going on. I’m just totally focused on executing my job.” The receiver also acknowledged that he believed he had been interfered with on the play, although he did not allow the contact to distract him from securing the catch. “In the moment, I mean, I wasn’t thinking about it, but I was definitely interfered with, but it all turned out well, thank God,” he said. The two receptions were particularly significant given the amount of work Strachan and Hawkins had put into developing their connection before the season.

Strachan said Hawkins had taken the initiative during the off-season by organising additional meetings and route-running sessions with the receivers, allowing the group to develop greater familiarity with one another. “It’s a blessing,” Strachan said when asked about having a quarterback willing to trust him in a decisive situation. “Me and Mike, like I said, Mike done a good job this whole off-season, working with the receivers, stepped up as a leader and calling extra meetings, extra route sessions to get those connections down and everything.” He added that the work had begun to pay dividends during the Mountaineers’ recent games, with Hawkins showing confidence in Strachan and the other receivers to make plays when opportunities arise. “I feel like all that just played a role in these past two weeks and just building that trust in the off-season carried out in this past game,” he said. “You see it with DJ, you see it with Jaden Bray, and you see it with all of us. He has that confidence in all of us to do our job, and it all just executed well during the game.”

Strachan’s increased involvement has also followed a steady effort to demonstrate his value in practice, particularly as he works to establish himself within a new offensive system. The wide receiver said he has concentrated on applying the coaching staff’s instructions, improving each day and showing that he can be relied upon to carry out his responsibilities. “Every day is an opportunity to get better. Every day is an opportunity to show the coaches that they can believe in me,” he said. “Just taking it day by day and listening to the coaching points and putting everything on the field, that they can see that I’m coachable and I want to listen to what they have to say.” He also acknowledged the influence of head coach Rich Rodriguez and the offensive coaching staff, including Garrett, in helping him adjust to the programme’s expectations. Strachan said he wanted the coaches to see his progress firsthand rather than rely on his previous experience elsewhere, adding that his responsibility was to apply their instructions and execute the role assigned to him. The Cincinnati performance came

during a productive stretch for the Bahamian, who had recorded five receptions for 121 yards against Arizona on October 10 before adding three catches for 84 yards against the Bearcats. He also caught three passes for 41 yards against Iowa State on October 3. The 121-yard outing against Arizona remains his most productive receiving performance of the season, while his display against Cincinnati demonstrated his ability to influence a game at a decisive moment. Strachan has also had to work his way back into action after a shoulder injury sustained during West Virginia’s spring game disrupted his preparations. He missed the Mountaineers’ opening games before gradually returning to the rotation, making his recent production a significant step in his transition into the programme. His return has involved more than simply making catches. Strachan said he understands the importance of contributing in the running game and doing the less visible work required of a receiver, including blocking for teammates. “Similarities, just going out there and doing your 111. And sometimes that means blocking,” he said,

!"#$%&'(')*'&%+&),('%-.&/(0/,%),%/(.)1,2 referring to the responsibilities he carried at previous programmes. “I want to show them that I’m a big physical guy who can be used in the running game as well.” He also stressed that his approach is built around helping the entire offence succeed rather than focusing solely on his own statistics. “One of our main coaching points is how hard you can work for your teammate,” Strachan said. “So I definitely, I’m not a selfish guy.” The receiver said that experience playing alongside different running backs has reinforced the importance of supporting

teammates and carrying out his assignments, whether that means making a downfield catch or creating space through a block. West Virginia followed the Cincinnati victory with a 24-20 road win over TCU on October 24. Strachan contributed two receptions for 24 yards in that contest as the Mountaineers secured their second consecutive win. The Bahamian will look to build on that recent progress as West Virginia continues its conference schedule, with his growing connection with Hawkins and increased role in the passing game providing opportunities to make further contributions.

Cowboys top Eagles 38-21 !"#$%9#:'5(+;9# %,#(-./01#2/304/ PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Dak Prescott threw for 212 yards and three touchdowns, two to CeeDee Lamb, and the Dallas Cowboys handed beat Philadelphia 38-21 last night to hand the Eagles their fifth straight loss. Javonte Williams ran for a career-high 155 yards and a touchdown, and the Cowboys (3-4) remained in contention for the NFC East title. The New York Giants lead the division at 4-2-1. The Eagles (2-5) are spiraling into a disaster of a season with their longest skid since 2016. Philadelphia quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season because of blood clots in his lungs. Tanner McKee provided little encouragement that he can turn the season around, completing 23 of 35 passes for 211 yards with one touchdown and one interception. Prescott finished long drives with scores that McKee was unable to match. With Dallas trailing 21-20 late in the third

quarter, Lamb hauled in his second TD on a beautiful 16-yard floater from Prescott in the corner of the end zone. Prescott ran in the 2-point conversion for a 28-21 lead. Brandon Aubrey kicked field goals of 55, 27 and 24 yards. The final kick extended Dallas’ lead to 31-21. Williams capped the scoring and the first 150yard rushing game by a Dallas player since Ezekiel Elliott in 2018 with a 2-yard TD. The Cowboys finished with 204 yards rushing. McKee had a pass intercepted by linebacker DeMarvion Overshown late in the fourth. McKee orchestrated the first Eagles’ touchdown drive in the third quarter this season when they ran almost 10 minutes off the clock and he hit rookie Makai Lemon for a 4-yard touchdown and a 21-20 lead. The Eagles didn't score again and are running out of time to salvage their season. High-scoring game early The Cowboys got a field goal on the opening drive, and the Eagles came right back and made it 7-3 on Saquon Barkley’s 8-yard

in the back of the end zone and dragged his left foot sideways for the score. Lurie is an Eagles Hall of Famer Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie was inducted into the team's Hall of Fame. Lurie bought the Eagles on May 6, 1994, and since the turn of the century they have been one of the top franchises in football. The Eagles are one of three teams to play in four Super Bowls since 2004 and have won the only two titles in franchise history under Lurie's ownership. Lurie was flanked by Eagles Hall of Famers including Brian Dawkins and Donovan McNabb and gave a brief halftime speech. However, unlike other Hall of Fame inductees, Lurie did not hold a #4EE4-% 61GF179:% #'R/&*)1,% J*'&901G,% FA1(>9% /% C/99% F7% +0)A/B'AC0)/% $/@A'9% S=/&I news confer.'&F/(>%T/,,'&%R(3''%OUNQ%B=&),@%.0'%8)&9.%0/A8%18%/,%5DE%811.F/AA%@/?'%),%+0)A/B'AC0)/H% pregame ence. Coach Nick Sirianni R1,B/7H%J(.1F'&%KNH%KMKN2% %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%O4+%+01.1P<800#*.=/>4Q remained the only team representative addressing touchdown run. Barkley hamstring and had to visit of 9 yards to Lamb and 21 Hurts’ condition since he returned after missing the the sideline medical tent. yards to George Pickens was injured. Up next last two-plus games with a Barkley also missed long that helped the Cowboys Cowboys: Host Arizona hamstring injury and had 37 stretches getting treatment stretch their lead to 20-14 at yards rushing on the drive. for his back on the sideline halftime. Pickens’ catch was on Sunday. Eagles: At Washington in Barkley entered with 36 and finished with 62 yards particularly impressive, as yards rushing all season. He on seven carries. Prescott he escaped tight coverage a Sunday night matchup of still seemed bothered by the threw touchdown passes by safety Andrew Mukuba struggling NFC East rivals.

Seahawks rout Chiefs as Butker misses two more kicks in dismal all-around showing !"#$%&'#()*'++%# %,#(-./01#2/304/ KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Chiefs had been dominated in the trenches, Kenneth Walker had gone nowhere in his return to Seattle and Patrick Mahomes had been under duress all game, leaving Kansas City with a mere field goal on the board in the fourth quarter Sunday night. Yet the Chiefs were still in the game. Until kicker Harrison Butker missed another field-goal attempt, this time from 45 yards — a relative chip shot in the NFL these days — that would have made it a one-possession game with 8 1/2 minutes to go. It was Butker's second miss of the night, and the reigning Super Bowl champion Seahawks handled their business from there, handing Kansas City a humbling 20-3 defeat. Chiefs coach Andy Reid took the

blame for everything afterward, his usual response to such a lackluster performance, yet there was plenty to go around. But the difference between Butker's misses and an ineffective offense is that the former has become a long-term issue for Kansas City, while the woes for Mahomes & Co. were an aberration so far this season. Butker has missed 15 kicks — 10 field-goal attempts, five PATs — since the start of last season, the most in the NFL. “Life of a kicker,” Butker said. “It either goes in or it doesn't. Unfortunately, there's been some kicks that haven't gone in.” The misses, including multiple kicks in back-toback games and four of the first six this season, hadn't cost the Chiefs (5-1) until Sunday night. But when the offence was struggling to get into the end zone, they became one of the deciding factors in the game.

Butker's inconsistency is especially frustrating given what Kansas City has invested in him. He's the third-highest paid kicker in the league, carrying the sixth-highest base salary on the team — money that could have been invested in the wide receiver corps, which is struggling without the injured Tyquan Thornton and Rashee Rice, or the injury-riddled offensive line. It bears mentioning that the Chiefs could get out of Butker's contract after this season with only a manageable amount of dead money affecting their salary cap, so the pressure is on him to fix his consistency issues for more reasons than one. “He’s been one of the most consistent kickers in football. He’s off a bit,” Reid acknowledged, “so got to fix it.” What’s working The Chiefs committed only two penalties in the game. That was just about the only highlight.

What needs help Everything else. The offence managed 50 yards rushing and 213 yards in total, while going 3 for 11 on third down and possessing the ball nearly 11 minutes less than Seattle. On defence, the Chiefs coughed up 153 yards rushing and 410 yards in all, while allowing Sam Darnold and his offence to convert 11 of 16 third downs and control the game from start to finish. “You don’t want to perform like this in primetime, in a big moment like this,” Mahomes said. “You got to feel it on that plane ride home and understand that it sucks, but then how can you build off it? That’s the biggest thing.” Stock up Nohl Williams picked off a pass in the end zone and returned it 65 yards, giving the Chiefs an opportunity to kick a field goal before halftime — which Butker missed. Williams, a second-year pro, has been

quietly solid at cornerback for Kansas City all season. Stock down The Seahawks made a point of picking on defensive back L'Jarius Sneed, and for good reason: He has struggled all season in his return to Kansas City, where he started his career before a forgettably short tenure in Tennessee. Injuries Rice remained out with a hamstring injury and right tackle Jaylon Moore missed the game while in the concussion protocol. Getting one or both back for Sunday's trip to Denver would help an offence that stagnated badly against the Seahawks. Key number 2 — That's the number of times the Chiefs have scored three points or fewer with Mahomes at quarterback. The first time came in a 27-3 loss to the Titans on October 24, 2021, and the second time came Sunday night in Seattle.

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