Fantasy Football is all about the matchups. Even though you drafted your team with certain hopes and intentions, your weekly lineup decisions shouldn't be determined by the order you picked your players in. You need to check who your players play and make sure you've got the right guys in -- and the wrong guys out. It's too early to be absolutely sure which matchups will be easy and which ones will be tough, but we can take some educated guesses based on healthy personnel, defensive schemes, track records, and key details of offenses. The things we know can help us minimize the impact of the things we don't know. This should lead to better decisions being made. We'll go through every game and highlight the players who aren't obvious starts and sits (because you don't need to be told to start Derrick Henry ). You should feel more comfortable starting or sitting players based on the information given, and feeling comfortable with your Fantasy lineup before the games start is the best feeling in the world. More Week 17 content: Heath Cummings' Full Week 17 Projections OBVIOUS STARTS: Travis Kelce STARTS: Patrick Mahomes (low-end starter), George Pickens (No. 2 WR), Chiefs DST FLEX: Xavier Worthy , Jaylen Warren (PPR), Najee Harris SITS: Russell Wilson , Marquise Brown , DeAndre Hopkins , Pat Freiermuth , Isiah Pacheco , Kareem Hunt , Samaje Perine , Calvin Austin, Steelers DST OBVIOUS STARTS: Lamar Jackson , Derrick Henry , Nico Collins STARTS: Joe Mixon (No. 2 RB), Mark Andrews , Ravens DST, Dalton Schultz (low-end starter) FLEX: Zay Flowers , Rashod Bateman SITS: C.J. Stroud , John Metchie, Isaiah Likely , Robert Woods , Dare Ogunbowale , newest Texan Diontae Johnson , Texans DST STARTS: Caleb Williams , Geno Smith (borderline starter), Zach Charbonnet (as long as Ken Walker is out), Jaxon Smith-Njigba (top-15 WR), Keenan Allen , D.J. Moore (No. 2 PPR WR), D'Andre Swift , Seahawks DST FLEX: DK Metcalf SITS: Rome Odunze , Tyler Lockett , Cole Kmet , A.J. Barner, Bears DST STARTS: Justin Herbert (low-end starter), Ladd McConkey (No. 2 WR), Hunter Henry (low-end TE), Chargers DST (low-end starter) FLEX: Rhamondre Stevenson SITS: Drake Maye , Gus Edwards (desperation RB), Quentin Johnston (desperation WR), Stone Smartt , Kayshon Boutte , Austin Hooper , Demario Douglas , Kendrick Bourne , Antonio Gibson , Kimani Vidal , Patriots DST OBVIOUS STARTS: Joe Burrow , Chase Brown , Ja'Marr Chase , Tee Higgins STARTS: Bo Nix , Courtland Sutton (No. 1 WR) SITS: Javonte Williams (desperation RB), Audric Estime , Adam Trautman , Andrei Iosivas , Devaughn Vele , Mike Gesicki , Bengals DST (borderline DST), Broncos DST OBVIOUS STARTS: Kyren Williams , Puka Nacua , Cooper Kupp (No. 2 WR), Trey McBride STARTS: Rams DST SITS: Kyler Murray , Matthew Stafford , Marvin Harrison Jr. , Michael Carter , Demarcus Robinson , Michael Wilson , Tyler Higbee , Cardinals DST OBVIOUS STARTS: Josh Allen , Davante Adams STARTS: James Cook , Breece Hall (No. 2 RB), Garrett Wilson , Bills DST FLEX: Khalil Shakir SITS: Aaron Rodgers , Dalton Kincaid (borderline No. 1/No. 2 TE), Tyler Conklin , Allen Lazard , Ty Johnson (desperation PPR RB), Keon Coleman , Amari Cooper , Braelon Allen , Mack Hollins , Jets DST STARTS: Brian Thomas Jr. , Tony Pollard , Chig Okonkwo FLEX: Calvin Ridley , Travis Etienne , Tyjae Spears (PPR) SITS: Mason Rudolph , Mac Jones , Tank Bigsby , Nick Westbrook-Ikhine , Parker Washington , Brenton Strange , Titans DST, Jaguars DST OBVIOUS STARTS: Justin Jefferson , Josh Jacobs , Jordan Addison STARTS: Sam Darnold , Aaron Jones , Tucker Kraft FLEX: Romeo Doubs (PPR) SITS: Jordan Love , Jayden Reed (low-end flex), Dontayvion Wicks , T.J. Hockenson , Cam Akers , Vikings DST (low-end starter), Packers DST OBVIOUS STARTS: Brock Bowers STARTS: Jakobi Meyers (low-end No. 2 WR), Alexander Mattison (low-end No. 2 RB), Ameer Abdullah (low-end No. 2 PPR RB) SITS: Aidan O'Connell , Spencer Rattler , Kendre Miller , Foster Moreau , Juwan Johnson , Raiders DST (desperation DST), Saints DST OBVIOUS STARTS: Malik Nabers (No. 2 WR) STARTS: Tyrone Tracy Jr . (No. 2 RB) SITS: Drew Lock , Darius Slayton , Wan'Dale Robinson , Devin Singletary , Dan Bellinger, Giants DST OBVIOUS STARTS: Mike Evans , Chuba Hubbard STARTS: Baker Mayfield , Bucky Irving FLEX: Adam Thielen (borderline No. 2 PPR WR), Jalen McMillan , Rachaad White SITS: Bryce Young , Jalen Coker , Payne Durham , Ja'Tavion Sanders , Buccaneers DST, Panthers DST OBVIOUS STARTS: De'Von Achane , Tyreek Hill (No. 2 WR) STARTS: Jerome Ford (No. 2 RB), Jonnu Smith , David Njoku , Dolphins DST SITS: Tua Tagovailoa (borderline starter), Dorian Thompson-Robinson , Jerry Jeudy , Malik Washington , Elijah Moore , Raheem Mostert , D'Onta Foreman , Browns DST OBVIOUS STARTS: Saquon Barkley , CeeDee Lamb , A.J. Brown STARTS: Rico Dowdle (low-end No. 2 RB), Eagles DST FLEX: DeVonta Smith SITS: Kenny Pickett , Cooper Rush , Jake Ferguson (low-end PPR TE), Brandin Cooks , Ezekiel Elliott , Cowboys DST OBVIOUS STARTS: Bijan Robinson STARTS: Jayden Daniels , Terry McLaurin , Drake London , Brian Robinson Jr. , Commanders DST FLEX: Darnell Mooney SITS: Michael Penix Jr. , Olamide Zaccheaus , Zach Ertz , Kyle Pitts , Ray-Ray McCloud , Tyler Allgeier , Jeremy McNichols , Falcons DST OBVIOUS STARTS: Jahmyr Gibbs , Amon-Ra St. Brown , George Kittle STARTS: Jared Goff , Sam LaPorta , Lions DST FLEX: Deebo Samuel , Jauan Jennings SITS: Brock Purdy , Patrick Taylor , Tim Patrick , Craig Reynolds , 49ers DSTCommentary: The (real) Hanukkah story and why it still matters
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ROME (AP) — Robert Lewandowski joined Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi as the only players in Champions League history with 100 or more goals. But Erling Haaland is on a faster pace than anyone by boosting his total to 46 goals at age 24 on Tuesday. Still, Haaland's brace wasn't enough for Manchester City in a 3-3 draw with Feyenoord that extended the Premier League champion's winless streak to six matches. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. Get updates and player profiles ahead of Friday's high school games, plus a recap Saturday with stories, photos, video Frequency: Seasonal Twice a weekAP News Summary at 5:35 p.m. EST
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Arsenal defender Gabriel kept Viktor Gyokeres quiet — then had the audacity to steal the in-demand Sporting Lisbon striker's trademark goal celebration. After heading in Arsenal's third first-half goal in the Champions League on Tuesday, Gabriel linked the fingers of his hands and placed them over his eyes, before laughing with his teammates. It was most likely a dig at Gyokeres, the Sweden striker who has quickly become one of European soccer's hottest properties . Because that is how Gyokeres celebrates his goals. “It's fun that he likes my celebration,” Gyokeres told Viaplay after the match. “He can steal it if he cannot come up with his own.” Gyokeres has scored 24 goals for Sporting in all competitions and was coming off netting four for Sweden in a Nations League match against Azerbaijan. Earlier in the first half, Gabriel had enjoyed tackling and dispossessing Gyokeres near the Arsenal area — waving both his arms in a gesture to the crowd. Gabriel's goal made it 3-0 to Arsenal at halftime and the English team went on to win 5-1, with Gyokeres failing to score. He did hit the post with a shot late in the game, however — after Gabriel had gone off with an injury. “Today he wasn't that dangerous,” Arsenal striker Kai Havertz said of Gyokeres, “but I think it's because we defended very well.” AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccer
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Arsenal defender Gabriel kept Viktor Gyokeres quiet — then had the audacity to steal the in-demand Sporting Lisbon striker's trademark goal celebration. After heading in Arsenal's third first-half goal in the Champions League on Tuesday, Gabriel linked the fingers of his hands and placed them over his eyes, before laughing with his teammates. It was most likely a dig at Gyokeres, the Sweden striker who has quickly become one of European soccer's hottest properties . Because that is how Gyokeres celebrates his goals. “It's fun that he likes my celebration,” Gyokeres told Viaplay after the match. “He can steal it if he cannot come up with his own.” Gyokeres has scored 24 goals for Sporting in all competitions and was coming off netting four for Sweden in a Nations League match against Azerbaijan. Earlier in the first half, Gabriel had enjoyed tackling and dispossessing Gyokeres near the Arsenal area — waving both his arms in a gesture to the crowd. Gabriel's goal made it 3-0 to Arsenal at halftime and the English team went on to win 5-1, with Gyokeres failing to score. He did hit the post with a shot late in the game, however — after Gabriel had gone off with an injury. “Today he wasn't that dangerous,” Arsenal striker Kai Havertz said of Gyokeres, “but I think it's because we defended very well.” AP soccer: https://apnews.com/hub/soccerWhen Elon Musk first suggested a new effort to cut the size of government, Donald Trump didn't seem to take it seriously. His eventual name for the idea sounded like a joke too. It would be called the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, a reference to an online meme featuring a surprised-looking dog from Japan. But now that Trump has won the election, Musk's fantasy is becoming reality, with the potential to spark a constitutional clash over the balance of power in Washington. Trump put Musk, the world's richest man, and Vivek Ramaswamy, an entrepreneur and former Republican presidential candidate, in charge of the new department, which is really an outside advisory committee that will work with people inside the government to reduce spending and regulations. Last week, Musk and Ramaswamy said they would encourage Trump to make cuts by refusing to spend money allocated by Congress, a process known as impounding. The proposal goes against a 1974 law intended to prevent future presidents from following in the footsteps of Richard Nixon, who held back funding that he didn't like. “We are prepared for the onslaught from entrenched interests in Washington," Musk and Ramaswamy wrote in an opinion piece in The Wall Street Journal. ”We expect to prevail. Now is the moment for decisive action." Trump has already suggested taking such a big step, saying last year that he would “use the president’s long-recognized impoundment power to squeeze the bloated federal bureaucracy for massive savings.” It would be a dramatic attempt to expand his powers, when he already will have the benefit of a sympathetic Republican-controlled Congress and a conservative-majority U.S. Supreme Court, and it could swiftly become one of the most closely watched legal fights of his second administration. “He might get away with it," said William Galston, a senior fellow in governance studies at the Brookings Institution, a Washington-based think tank. “Congress’ power of the purse will turn into an advisory opinion.” Musk and Ramaswamy have started laying out their plans Right now, plans for the Department of Government Efficiency are still coming into focus. The nascent organization has put out a call for “super high-IQ small-government revolutionaries willing to work 80+ hours per week on unglamorous cost-cutting.” Applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes through X, the social media company that Musk owns. In the Wall Street Journal, Musk and Ramaswamy provided the most detailed look yet at how they would operate and where they could cut. Some are longtime Republican targets, such as $535 million for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Other plans are more ambitious and could reshape the federal government. The two wrote that they would “identify the minimum number of employees required at an agency for it to perform its constitutionally permissible and statutorily mandated functions,” leading to “mass head-count reductions across the federal bureaucracy.” Civil service protections wouldn’t apply, they argue, because they wouldn’t be targeting specific people for political purposes. Some employees could choose “voluntary severance payments to facilitate a graceful exit.” But others would be encouraged to quit by mandating that they show up at the office five days a week, ending pandemic-era flexibility about remote work. The requirement “would result in a wave of voluntary terminations that we welcome.” Everett Kelley, president of the American Federation of Government Employees, said such cutbacks would harm services for Americans who rely on the federal government, and he suggested that Musk and Ramaswamy were in over their heads. “I don’t think they’re even remotely qualified to perform those duties," he said. "That’s my main concern.” Kelley said his union, which represents 750,000 employees for the federal government and the city of Washington, D.C., was ready to fight attempts to slash the workforce. “We’ve been here, we’ve heard this kind of rhetoric before," he said. "And we are prepared.” Federal regulations would be targeted for elimination There was no mention in the Wall Street Journal of Musk's previously stated goal of cutting $2 trillion from the budget, which is nearly a third of total annual spending. Nor did they write about “Schedule F,” a potential plan to reclassify federal employees to make them easier to fire. Ramaswamy once described the idea as the “mass deportation of federal bureaucrats out of Washington, D.C.” However, Musk and Ramaswamy said they would reduce regulations that they describe as excessive. They wrote that their department “will work with legal experts embedded in government agencies, aided by advanced technology," to review regulations that run counter to two recent Supreme Court decisions that were intended to limit federal rulemaking authority. Musk and Ramaswamy said Trump could “immediately pause the enforcement of those regulations and initiate the process for review and rescission.” Chris Edwards, an expert on budget issues at the Cato Institute, said many Republicans have promised to reduce the size and role of government over the years, often to little effect. Sometimes it feels like every budget item and tax provision, no matter how obscure, has people dedicated to its preservation, turning attempts at cuts into political battles of attrition. “Presidents always seem to have higher priorities," he said. “A lot of it falls to the wayside.” Although DOGE is scheduled to finish its work by July 4, 2026, Edwards said Musk and Ramaswamy should move faster to capitalize on momentum from Trump's election victory. “Will it just collect dust on a shelf, or will it be put into effect?" Edwards said. "That all depends on Trump and where he is at that point in time.” Ramaswamy said in an online video that they're planning regular “Dogecasts” to keep the public updated on their work, which he described as “a once-in-a-generation project” to eliminate “waste, fraud and abuse.” “However bad you think it is, it’s probably worse,” he said. Musk and Ramaswamy will have allies in Congress House Republicans are expected to put Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Trump ally from Georgia, in charge of a subcommittee to work with DOGE, according to two people with knowledge of the plans who were not authorized to discuss them publicly. Greene and Rep James Comer, the Kentucky Republican who chairs the House Oversight Committee, have already met with Ramaswamy, the two people said. Musk brought up the idea for DOGE while broadcasting a conversation with Trump on X during the campaign. “I think we need a government efficiency commission to say like, ‘Hey, where are we spending money that’s sensible. Where is it not sensible?’” Musk said. Musk returned to the topic twice, volunteering his services by saying “I’d be happy to help out on such a commission.” “I’d love it,” Trump replied, describing Musk as “the greatest cutter.” Musk has his own incentives to push this initiative forward. His companies, including SpaceX and Tesla, have billions of dollars in government contracts and face oversight from government regulators. After spending an estimated $200 million to support Trump's candidacy, he's poised to have expansive influence over the next administration. Trump even went to Texas earlier this week to watch SpaceX test its largest rocket. DOGE will have an ally in Sen. Rand Paul, a Kentucky Republican who has railed against federal spending for years. He recently told Fox News that he sent “2,000 pages of waste that can be cut” to Musk and Ramaswamy. “I’m all in and will do anything I can to help them," Paul said.What's wrong with U.S retail chains? 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Jordan Love threw a touchdown pass, the Green Bay defense dominated and the Packers clinched a playoff berth by beating the visiting New Orleans Saints 34-0 on Monday night. Love passed for 182 yards, three teammates rushed for touchdowns and the Packers (11-4) scored touchdowns on their first three possessions en route to their ninth victory in the past 11 games. Green Bay possessed the ball for 37:13 and outgained New Orleans 404-196 in total yards. Rookie Spencer Rattler completed 15 of 30 passes for 153 yards with an interception and a lost fumble for the Saints (5-10). He fell to 0-4 as a starter in place of injured signal-caller Derek Carr. It was the first shutout in the NFL this season and marked just the second time New Orleans was shut out in its past 370 games. The Packers received the opening kickoff and drove 63 yards in 10 plays, the last of which was Love's 2-yard touchdown pass to Dontayvion Wicks. The 7-0 lead held up through the end of the first quarter. On its second possession, Green Bay converted two third downs and two fourth downs during a 17-play, 96-yard march that ended with Josh Jacobs' 2-yard touchdown run for a 14-0 lead. The Packers then went 67 yards in six plays, and Chris Brooks ran 1 yard for a touchdown and a 21-0 lead. Green Bay didn't face a third or fourth down on that drive. On the ensuing possession, the Saints reached the Green Bay 29, but Rattler fumbled while being sacked by Keisean Nixon, and Rashan Gary recovered the loose ball for the Packers, preserving a 21-0 lead at halftime. Green Bay drove to Brandon McManus' 55-yard field goal on its first possession of the third quarter to expand its lead to 24-0, and the score stayed that way through the end of the third quarter. McManus kicked a 46-yard field goal and Emanuel Wilson rushed 1 yard for a touchdown to complete the scoring. Love connected on 16 of 28 passes, while Jacobs gained 69 yards on 13 carries. --Field Level MediaPublished 4:21 pm Sunday, November 24, 2024 By Data Skrive Monday’s college basketball slate has plenty of excitement, including the matchup between the Memphis Tigers and the UConn Huskies, and you’ll find our best bets against the spread for two games in this article. Watch men’s college basketball, other live sports and more on Fubo. What is Fubo? Fubo is a streaming service that gives you access to your favorite live sports and shows on demand. Use our link to sign up for a free trial. Not all offers available in all states, please visit BetMGM for the latest promotions for your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please wager responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, contact 1-800-GAMBLER .
Oprah Winfrey’s hypocrisy and Robert De Niro’s suggestion that he might to leave the United States are reminders that, at the end of the day, celebrities are just people — with no greater understanding of the political landscape than anyone else. Their declarations of doom and gloom have become background noise in a country that is tired of being talked down to. For years, celebrities have wielded their platforms like megaphones, hoping to sway voters and shape public opinion. Yet, despite their drama and declarations, their political star power appears to be waning. Take Oprah Winfrey, for example, who found herself embroiled in controversy after it was revealed her organization accepted a significant amount of money to conduct a townhall with Vice President Kamala Harris. But now, critics are left asking: Did Oprah’s endorsement even move the needle for voters? Was there anyone genuinely on the fence about Harris who decided, “You know what, if Oprah’s on board, I’m in”? The fallout from this has only further eroded trust in celebrity endorsements. Then there are the celebrity escape plans. Robert De Niro, for example, suggested in 2016 he might leave the United States if Trump won. But what is truly laughable is the hypocrisy of the countless celebrities who back in 2016 shouted: “If Trump wins, I’m out of here!” Cher and others were loud and proud about their disdain for a Trump presidency. Yet, when the moment came, they stayed put — clinging to their mansions in the United States rather than booking flights to Canada. It begs the question: Why the double standard? If America under Trump is as terrible as they claim, why not leave? Or is it that, deep down, they know there is no better place to live than the United States? Celebrities threatening to leave the country have become as predictable as award-show standing ovations. These threats serve less as genuine convictions and more as performative gestures meant to energize their social media followings. Yet, the average American sees right through it. For most working-class voters, celebrity complaints ring hollow when they come from people who enjoy wealth and freedom. The idea that Robert De Niro, who became famous portraying gritty, tough-as-nails characters, feels so aggrieved by election outcomes that he might move abroad is almost comical. Moreover, the notion that these stars believe their opinions hold more weight than the average American’s is a glaring example of Hollywood’s elitism. Their proclamations of moral superiority may resonate in the echo chambers of coastal cities, but for the rest of the country, it is just noise. And here is the kicker: President-elect Donald Trump now has more followers on X than Taylor Swift, one of the biggest pop stars on the planet. The fact that Trump has outpaced the ultimate celebrity in social media influence shows that America is not as enamored with Hollywood elites as it once was. A larger question looms: Do celebrity endorsements even matter in politics anymore? Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign surely thought so when it brought in Oprah, but the results suggest otherwise. Harris’ historic unpopularity has not been bolstered by celebrity star power. In fact, it could be argued that Hollywood endorsements hurt more than they help. Many Americans see them as out of touch, self-serving or even condescending. After all, why should a multimillionaire actor or singer have any more influence over an election than a small business owner in Ohio or a teacher in Texas? As Trump’s return to the White House sends shockwaves through the liberal establishment, perhaps it is time for Hollywood to take a hard look in the mirror. Their star power no longer carries the political weight it once did. Americans are increasingly skeptical of those who claim to speak for the “common man” while living in gated communities and vacationing in the South of France. The truth is, America is not perfect, but it is far from the dystopian nightmare Hollywood claims it will become under conservative leadership. And maybe, just maybe, it is time for these celebrities to stick to what they do best — entertaining — and leave the politics to the people. Bob Rubin is the Founder and President of Rubin Wealth Advisors. Learn more about him by visiting www.rubinwa.com . The views and opinions expressed in this commentary are those of the author and do not reflect the official position of the Daily Caller News Foundation. All content created by the Daily Caller News Foundation, an independent and nonpartisan newswire service, is available without charge to any legitimate news publisher that can provide a large audience. All republished articles must include our logo, our reporter’s byline and their DCNF affiliation. For any questions about our guidelines or partnering with us, please contact licensing@dailycallernewsfoundation.org .Nigel Farage has been branded a “s***ebag” by protesters after failing to turn up to his party’s Scotland conference in Perth. Around 300 Reform Scotland members turned out at the to hear speeches from deputy leader Richard Tice MP and party chair Zia Yusuf. But Mr Farage was notable by his absence at the gathering. The controversial Clacton MP has not visited Scotland since he became leader of the Reform party. He has previously said he does not feel safe north of the border after a barrage of abuse from protesters in Edinburgh in 2013 forced him to take shelter in a police riot van. Asked why Mr Farage was a no show, Mr Tice insisted he would visit Scotland in “due course”, most likely in early 2025. Anti-racism campaigner and Perth resident Cat Mackay organised a counter-protest in response to the conference. It was attended by around 70 people. Those taking part in the peaceful protest chanted “refugees are welcome here” while speakers mocked Reform UK policies and previous scandals linked to their candidates. Explaining why she organised the gathering, Ms Mackay said: “We really believe Reform are a party that enables racism. “They use language that is dehumanising. “They are a populist party. They believe they can get traction by saying things like ‘stop the boats’. “We understand people in this country have legitimate concerns. “But they are just the kind of party who will use them to get votes.” Current polling suggests Reform could win up to 14 seats in the Scottish Parliament, including places on the Mid Scotland and Fife regional list, which includes Perth. Ms Mackay said this concerned her, adding: “It worries us. “That’s why we’re going to be campaigning to let people see who [Reform] really are.” Inside the conference, party chairman Zia Yusuf insisted his party did not care about skin colour. He said: “Reform cares not at all about the colour of your skin but cares deeply about the content of your character. “Divisive rhetoric levelled at hardworking people has enabled the left to divide and conquer. “Reform UK is here to put an end to that. “This is the of all background who loves their country and who want to contribute to its success.”