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8hJeff Dickerson

Jay Cutler ignites Alshon Jeffery in Bears' upset win

Jay Cutler's return sparked Alshon Jeffery, and a big game by rookie running back Jordan Howard helped lead the Bears to an upset of the Vikings.

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Banner shaken over decline in NFL ratings (2:03)
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Kelly considers Brady the greatest QB ever (1:31)
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Is Jerry Jones still calling the shots in Dallas? (1:32)
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19hTim McManus

Eagles coach unhappy with Agholor's comments

Nelson Agholor's comments that his key drop in Sunday's loss to the Cowboys was "nothing" disappointed Eagles coach Doug Pederson, who addressed the comments Monday.

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7hAdam Teicher

Chiefs now believe QB Smith isn't concussed

The Chiefs said Monday that they don't believe Alex Smith has any head trauma a day after the quarterback was pulled against the Colts because of a suspected concussion.

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2hDoug Williams

Meet the man who always runs New York City

Dave Obelkevich has completed a record 39 consecutive NYC Marathons, making countless friends and memories along the way, and the 73-year-old former music teacher isn't finished yet.

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Heather Dinich ESPN Senior Writer 

Good morning from the Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine where the CFP selection committee has reconvened for its second and final meeting before its first ranking is announced at 7pm ET tonight on ESPN. New committee chair Kirby Hocutt (center) is officially running the meetings now.

NCAAF 

Marc Stein ESPN Senior Writer 

Ray Allen just wrote on The Players Tribune that he is indeed "retiring from the game" as a 41-year-old "completely at peace with himself."

NBA 

Vaughn McClure ESPN Staff Writer 

"Reminds me of Tom Brady, the way he's playing," Matt Hasselbeck said on ESPN Monday Night Football about Matt Ryan, his league MVP not named Brady through 8 games.

J.A. Adande ESPN Senior Writer 

Blake Griffin praising Russell Westbrook: "That's just his personality, to just go and destroy."

Jeffery records first TD of season
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Alshon Jeffery is happy to have Jay Cutler back, as he caught an 11-yard pass over the middle for his first TD of the season and extended the Bears' lead over the Vikings to 20-3.

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He's a Super Freak
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Paul Pierce may be sidelined with an ankle injury, but he has gotten into the Halloween spirit by dressing up for Monday night's game as Rick James.

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McDermott shanks dunk attempt
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Doug McDermott found himself open for the dunk, but he couldn't convert thanks in part to the rim.

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Royce Young ESPN Staff Writer 

The Thunder make it official, announcing extensions for Victor Oladipo (four years, $84 million) and Steven Adams (four years, $100 million). The Thunder discussed an extension with Andre Roberson but didn't reach a deal. He'll be a restricted free agent next summer.

Ben Goessling ESPN Staff Writer 

According to ESPN Stats and Information, the 403 yards the Vikings allowed on Monday night were the most they'd given up since allowing 433 in a 38-7 loss to the Seahawks last December.

Ben Goessling ESPN Staff Writer 

Captain Munnerlyn said his foot is fine; X-rays were negative, and he was going to go back in the game if needed.

Marc Stein ESPN Senior Writer 

The Thunder and Hornets just officially announced the contract extensions they've reached with Steven Adams, Victor Oladipo and Cody Zeller.

NBA 

Matt Bowen ESPN Staff Writer 

Alshon Jeffery fantasy owners finally got some red zone production tonight. The Bears WR scored his first TD of the season and he saw multiple red zone targets vs. the Vikings. Plus, with Jay Cutler starting at QB for the Bears, the 50/50 ball on the fade route was back in play. That allows Jeffery to use his size/catch radius to make plays down the field. Jeffery only finished with 63 yards on four receptions (eight targets), but it's clear that Cutler is looking to get him the football.

Arash Markazi ESPN Senior Writer 

Cliff Josephy got a nice surprise on stage after the second day of the World Series of Poker Main Event Final Table.

Tim Fiorvanti ESPN.com 

Play has ended for the night. Qui Nguyen (197.6 MM) once again leads overnight, with Gordon Vayo (89 MM) and Cliff Josephy (50 MM) hoping to come from behind. It all wraps up Tuesday night, with coverage beginning at 9 p.m. ET on ESPN and WatchESPN.

Tim Fiorvanti ESPN.com 

After fighting on a short stack for much of Day 2 of the 2016 WSOP main event final table, Michael Ruane succumbed in 4th place. His Kh-Qh was no match for Qui Nguyen's Ah-Js as it ran out 9h-9s-2s-Jc-8d. Nguyen neared 170 MM chips after that win.

Ben Goessling ESPN Staff Writer 

Captain Munnerlyn, who left the game with a foot injury, just went into the X-ray room at Soldier Field.

Kyle Bonagura ESPN Staff Writer 

USC coach Clay Helton, on his radio show, said RB Justin Davis (ankle) is a possibility to play this week against Oregon, but the more realistic target for his return is against Washington on Nov. 12.

Matt Bowen ESPN Staff Writer 

Jordan Howard went to work on the Vikings defense tonight. The Bears rookie RB posted 153 yards rushing and a TD on 26 carries. Plus, he also produced 49 yards receiving on four grabs. That's over 200-yards of total offense versus one of the top defenses I've watched on tape this season. Howard doesn't have the long-speed to stretch the defense in the open field, but the focus should be on his acceleration through the hole, the vision to find daylight and his power to run through contact. At 230-pounds, Howard is a really good fit for the Bears zone running scheme. Impressive night for the rookie in Chicago's 20-10 win on the national stage.

Ben Goessling ESPN Staff Writer 

Take your pick of the Vikings' issues in a 20-10 loss to the Bears: They gave up three plays of 30 yards or more (doubling their season total). They allowed rookie Jordan Howard to run for 153 yards, and they allowed Sam Bradford to be sacked five times. Instead of taking a two-game lead in the NFC North, they are up by a game before Sunday's match up with the Detroit Lions.

Welcome to Lob City
NBA 

It's easy for Blake Griffin to pick up assists when he can throw it up to the rim where DeAndre Jordan is waiting for the two-handed flush.

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Jeff Dickerson ESPN Staff Writer 

Aided by a strong defensive effort, the Bears played a solid offensive game led by running back Jordan Howard (150 plus all-purpose yards) and Jay Cutler, who passed for 252 yards and one touchdown in his return. Chicago's 20-10 victory over the Vikings improves their record to 2-6 on the year.

Eric Lundsten ESPN Producer 

Bears QB Jay Cutler was introduced to a mix of cheers and boos before tonight's game. Nothing but loud applause as he just jogged into Bears tunnel with an upset victory.

NFL 

Dave Tuley ESPN Staff Writer 

Bears beat Vikings 20-10 to cap off NFL Week 8. The ViewFromVegas is they did it as 5.5-point home underdogs and +200 on the money line. The game stayed under the betting total of 39.5. The public didn't do too well tonight with the Vikings failing to cover, but still had a good weekend overall as favorites went 8-4 ATS (Raiders-Buccaneers closed pick 'em) and overs were 9-4.

Jordan doesn't need to face hoop to dunk
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DeAndre Jordan gets away from his defender and, with the feed from Chris Paul, throws down the two-hand reverse jam.

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Diggs cuts into Bears' lead
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Sam Bradford connected with Stefon Diggs on a 25-yard TD pass to cut the Vikings' deficit against the Bears to 20-10 late in the fourth quarter.

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