- Ole Miss will switch from Nike (its partner since 1999) to Adidas with a seven-year deal from July 1, 2027–2034 that is expected to rival or exceed $20M+ per year.
- The agreement reportedly includes major NIL commitments for Rebels athletes — sources say the NIL portion is about 10× what Nike had previously committed.
- Adidas will collaborate on uniforms/branding and invest in campus bookstores and premium fan experiences as it continues an aggressive college-apparel push (recent additions include Tennessee and Penn State).
The news, distilled into what matters.
- Jacob Misiorowski looks like the runaway NL Cy Young favorite — he led MLB in ERA (1.80), strikeouts (252), strikeout rate and WHIP, and held hitters to a record-low .157 average.
- He routinely blew heaters past batters — 143 four-seamers over 103 mph this season (peak 105.5 mph), far more than any other starter — and opponents say it “plays” even faster.
- At 6'7" his enormous extension and low release make the fastball feel instant — hitters joke “swing and pray,” and only a few can brag about actually taking him deep.
- Rams vs. Eagles: both teams are coming off losses, but the Rams look more desperate — L.A.’s defense is strong and the Eagles’ offense has been uneven under a new play-caller.
- Patrick Mahomes looks healthy and mobile again, playing like his old self after an ACL injury, which could make the Chiefs tougher to contain.
- Kirk Cousins and the Raiders have been lighting up the scoreboard, which could force a shootout and influence betting strategies for the weekend.
- NFL suspended 49ers owner Jed York six games and fined him $500,000 after an arrest earlier this year; he’s credited with three games served.
- York apologized, accepted the punishment and is eligible to return Oct. 20 when league meetings begin (after the team’s prior game).
- The 49ers have remained a strong contender under York’s leadership, reaching the Super Bowl three times (2012, 2019, 2023).
- Aaron Donald will miss Sunday’s game vs. the Eagles with a sore back — a big defensive loss after his return from retirement.
- WR Puka Nacua is back after a two-game absence for a hip/groin issue, giving the Rams’ offense a needed boost.
- Rams also ruled out Terrance Ferguson and Jaylen Watson (with Colby Parkinson questionable), while the Eagles might be without DeVonta Smith — could make Sunday’s matchup unpredictable.
- Iowa keeps winning in bizarre, last‑minute ways — punt returns, tipped passes and lucky breaks — which feels clutch but unsustainable.
- Michigan’s offense has been inconsistent and low on explosive plays, so Minnesota’s physical run defense and tackling could make this a home‑turf surprise.
- Thinking about bets? Be cautious backing Iowa again: conservative playcalling and poor third‑down numbers make them a risky pick.
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