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THE DAILY SPONGIE SPECIAL
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The next step for Bears QB Caleb Williams — winning on the road
Williams has just one true road win in his career (1-8), and the Bears’ upcoming trip to Las Vegas offers a chance to change that.
No longer a novelty, Bears using DJ Moore at running back is part of their offense
DJ Moore’s role with the Bears has evolved: no longer just a receiver trick-play, he’s now a regular backfield contributor, and the team is embracing the matchup problems it creates.
Bears’ defense can’t look down on anyone, especially with Raiders star power on offense
Even weak offensive outputs can hide dangerous firepower—Las Vegas may be averaging under 20 points, but with Geno Smith, rookie Ashton Jeanty and tight end Brock Bowers, the Bears defense has to stay sharp.
Bears predictions: Week 4 at Raiders Sun-Times experts give their takes on how the Bears will fare in Vegas—odds, keys, and who they believe will come out on top.
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Ravens Pro Bowl DT Nnamdi Madubuike (neck) ruled out vs. Chiefs
Baltimore will be without standout defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike this Sunday due to a neck injury, which continues to sideline him after he last practiced nearly two weeks ago. His absence could challenge the Ravens’ interior defensive strength vs. Kansas City.
49ers’ star WR Brandon Aiyuk “not close” to returning from injury, GM says
The 49ers’ wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk remains sidelined well beyond initial expectations; although rehabilitation is ongoing, the team cautions that his return may be several weeks away.
NFL minority shares keep trading, but buzz points to a controlling stake sale soon in Seattle
Ownership stakes in several NFL franchises continue to shift; among the biggest developments, there’s increasing speculation that control of the Seattle Seahawks may be up for sale in the near future.
NFL Week 4 Preview: Key Matchups and Storylines
With three games in, several narratives have emerged—struggling offenses, surprise contenders, rookie debuts and heavy pressure for winless teams. The preview breaks down who has momentum and who needs one more big performance in Week 4.
NFL Week 4 injury report: Player statuses for all 16 games
An overview of the latest injury statuses around the league—who’s ruled out, questionable, or returning this week across all 32 teams.
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