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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — When the Chicago Bears were busy keeping Justin Jefferson quiet last month, the Minnesota Vikings put Jordan Addison to work. With the way Sam Darnold has been throwing the ball, the difficult task of defending this passing attack has become quite the chore. The Bears will be retesting on Monday night in Minnesota. 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 weekNone
They straightened it out in overtime, no sweat, because Sam Darnold simply hasn't been fazed. Save for his occasional rash of turnovers, in games the Vikings still managed to win, Darnold proved again on Sunday in defeating the Bears that he's directing a passing attack with the potential to be one of the NFL 's most potent. “I think he’s a mentally tough guy. I think he’s a physically tough guy. I think he’s confident in the guys around him, and I think he’s confident in our system,” coach Kevin O'Connell said after the 30-27 victory. “I think when he just continues to play quarterback at a high level, I think we’re a tough team.” After the defense forced the Bears to punt on the opening possession of overtime, Darnold led the Vikings on a 68-yard drive to set up the game-ending field goal while overcoming a 7-yard sack on the first play and two subsequent setbacks with a false start and a holding penalty. On third-and-10 from the 21, he hit Jordan Addison near the sideline for 13 yards. On first-and-15 from the 29, Darnold threaded a throw to Justin Jefferson for 20 yards after he'd muscled his way through Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson on a post route for the clutch catch after he'd been all but silenced all afternoon by a defense determined to constantly bracket him with double coverage. On second-and-11 from the 48, Darnold connected with a wide-open T.J. Hockenson underneath for 12 yards. Then two plays later off a second-and-8 play-action fake, he found Hockenson again on a deep corner route for 29 yards to put Parker Romo in prime position for the walk-off winner. “Just execute. It’s as simple as that. Just one play at a time," said Darnold, who went 22 for 34 for 330 yards and two touchdowns without a turnover. “I think I tell the guys that every single time in the huddle, but that’s my mindset every single time I’m out there on the field, especially in that situation.” Even when Jefferson continues to draw an extraordinary amount of coverage , the Vikings with Addison, Hockenson, Aaron Jones and the rest of their crew running O'Connell's system have proven they have an offense that can go win a game when it's required. That wouldn't be possible without Darnold, whose career rebirth has helped spark the Vikings (9-2) become one of the league's biggest surprises in what's now its most difficult division. “He’s cool, calm, collected,” Hockenson said. "That’s what you want as the leader of the huddle.” The Vikings' defense ranks ninth in the league on third downs, allowing a conversion rate of 34.5% after limiting the Bears to a 6-for-17 performance. The Vikings are tied for first on fourth downs with an allowance of 36.4% after the Bears went 2 for 3. Both conversions came in the fourth quarter during touchdown drives. The Vikings also rank fourth in the NFL in opponent points per drive (1.52). The Vikings had seven possessions that crossed the 20-yard line in Chicago, but only three of them yielded touchdowns. Their lone turnover was the type of game-altering giveaways they've struggled to eliminate this month, a fumble by Aaron Jones at the 1-yard line that ruined a promising first drive. The Vikings are tied for 20th in the league in red zone touchdown rate (53.9%) and are 17th in goal-to-go touchdowns (72%). Addison had eight catches for 162 yards, both career highs, and a touchdown on nine throws from Darnold. The second-year wide receiver has had a quieter season than his rookie year, but he stepped up in a significant way on an afternoon when Jefferson was as smothered by the opposing secondary as ever. TE Johnny Mundt had the onside kick glance off his shin as he charged toward the coverage, and the first kicking team recovery in the NFL this season helped the Bears extend the game. Mundt also had the false start on the overtime drive. His lone catch was a 7-yard gain when he was stopped short of the goal line, one play before the lost fumble. Mundt played 33 of 71 snaps and Hockenson took 48 snaps with Oliver out. The Vikings lost LT Cam Robinson (foot) and LB Ivan Pace (hamstring) to injuries in the first quarter against the Bears, and O'Connell said on Monday those players were still in "evaluation mode." Oliver (ankle) will have an opportunity to return after being sidelined last week. 101.7 — Darnold's passer rating, which ranks ninth in the NFL. Darnold has posted a 100-plus passer rating in nine of 11 games this season. He had only 12 such performances in 56 career starts before joining the Vikings. The Vikings have four of their next five games at home, starting with Arizona (6-5) this week, Atlanta (6-5) on Dec. 8 and a rematch with Chicago (4-7) in a Monday night game on Dec. 16. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFLSteve Harvey’s New Holiday Photo of Wife Marjorie Has Fans Declaring Him a ‘Blessed Man’
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Pep Guardiola: If I can’t reverse Manchester City slide then I have to goOgun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has lauded the Federal Government for approving the construction of the Nigeria Customs facilities in the State, adding that with the provision of infrastructure by his administration, the State would continue to be the industrial hub of the country. The Governor also disclosed that the Special Agro-Processing Zone at the Gateway International Agro-cargo Airport would be ready by the third quarter of next year. According to him, the airport which would be equipped with the latest equipment in the aviation industry, would turn out to be the best in the world. Speaking at the 38th Akesan Day celebration held at the Apostolic Church Grammar School, Iperu, Ikenne Local Government Area, Prince Abiodun noted that that corridor of the State would play a significant role in the nation’s quest for industrial revolution. He said: “We have the airport, the first truly Agricultural Processing Zone which is one of the six zones approved by the Federal Government across the the states. That zone will be completed in the third quarter of 2025.” The governor noted that his administration would embark on people-oriented projects to open up the State for more investment opportunities and access. “We will ensure that we are defined by people-oriented policies, programmes and projects. We will work till the end of our tenure in 2027,” he added. He said the Akesan Day was an opportunity for all sons and daughters of the community to come together to foster unity and to celebrate the deep culture and traditions of the town. The governor while noting the development strides the town has made in recent years, promised to provide the town with the needed infrastructure for more development. The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, described Governor Abiodun as a living historian who is working to leave lasting legacies in the State. “I have seen well-constructed road networks with concrete drainages. The governor’s nitch for infrastructural facilities is well documented. The governor is concerned about the progress of this town and the welfare of the people. I want to commend him for this,” he said. Also speaking, the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, who represented the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, noted that despite the governor’s performance in his first term, he is even working harder, a development which means his seriousness for governance. Bamidele: “We are happy that he is leaving legacies that will stand the test of time. He has told us about some of the moves he is making to turn Ogun State into the modern-day commercial hub.” The occasion, which featured cultural displays, attracted about 50 senators, members of the House of Representatives, traditional rulers, political bigwigs, among others.
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I deferred and politely stated that hitting the ground walking was a better path for me to take, as I recognized that I had so much to learn. I think many people expected me to charge out of the gate because I had been a bit of a firebrand and an agitator against the previous council for their inability to get Scotts Valley Drive fixed. I think I used the phrase that they were “running on empty” and we needed new leadership to get things done. We were able to accomplish that task of rebuilding Scotts Valley Drive, but I regret those words now because leading a city is hard. And for city staff (city manager, police chief, et al.) the task is immeasurably more difficult. Constituents expect a lot and want a voice in their city’s future. One of the keys in navigating a civic identity is to listen and learn from your community’s citizens and stakeholders. Sometimes their notions and attitudes are vociferous and even bellicose, but more often their feelings are more subdued and training your ear for that delicate transmission takes a purposeful pause to uncover the authentic truth. Every city is different, each with its own rhythm. Some say Scotts Valley is family-orientated, safe, suburban and nice. I can’t really argue with that brand, but like most aspirational cities, we are trying to be more and thankfully I believe the city is positioned to do just that. In keeping with the family-friendly theme, there are things happening this week as the city is kicking off the holiday season. Join us for “Light up the Night Community Tree Lighting Festival” from 5:30-7 p.m. Saturday Dec. 7 at the Scotts Valley Community Center, 360 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive on a fire engine to meet families for free photos. Hot cider, cocoa, coffee and cookies provided by local service clubs. Enjoy entertainment by local students and adults. Scotts Valley police officers are conducting a toy drive for disadvantaged families. And Valley Churches United will be collecting non-perishable food donations. It will be a great family night benefiting Valley Churches United! Finally, I hope this Thanksgiving and holiday season offers each of us a chance to reflect on the blessings in our lives and celebrate with those who you cherish and love. Wishing you a safe and fruitful holiday. Randy L. Johnson is the mayor of Scotts Valley. After being first elected to the Scotts Valley City Council in 1996, Johnson chose not to run for reelection this year.A snowball fight at Kidd Brewer Stadium ? There were elements of that Saturday in Boone, North Carolina, when JMU football stood in the tunnel waiting to enter the field in its game against Appalachian State . In a snowy stadium, fans standing by the visitors tunnel hurled snowballs and other objects at the Dukes while they stood in the tunnel. The players had pads and helmets on, but not everyone in the tunnel did. JMU football coach Bob Chesney said even after coming out of the tunnel before the game, snowballs kept falling. He thought there were a few instances during the game. @SunBelt when do your officials plan on stopping the snowballs being thrown on the field at JMU players lined up for the snap? The warning should have been made at the beginning of the game with a penalty for this. pic.twitter.com/4vPADFgAf9 "I thought at one point on the PAT, a snowball hit our long snapper," Chesney said. "It's just what they're doing and who they are and it's exciting." JMU and Appalachian State have developed a rivalry since the Dukes moved to the Sun Belt. In 2022 — during the Dukes' transition year before they were officially part of FBS — JMU came back to win after being down 28-3. In 2023, the Mountaineers beat the Dukes at home in overtime with College GameDay in town. It was JMU's first game at Kidd Brewer Stadium since that comeback win two years ago. The Dukes were greeted with snowballs, among other projectiles. Chesney said he appreciated the fanfare, but was concerned for his staff members who had to go back and forth through the tunnel without protection. "You didn't love going up and down the ramp with ice (thrown) at you," Chesney said. "Especially with coaches and everybody else in there without helmets on. "I think they need to do a little bit of a better job of making sure they protected those people." Those staff members included JMU coaches, support staff and athletic trainers among others. At one point, Chesney's son was out there as well. I mean ... is this not a penalty? Kind of insane the Sun Belt threatened JMU fans for throwing streamers with penalties yet this goes unnoticed https://t.co/w3A1D744Uq As of Monday, Chesney hadn't received official word from the Sun Belt about what happened. He has not heard anything from JMU athletic director Mark Roan, either. "It was interesting coming up through that tunnel," Chesney said, "the unprotected areas with the ice being thrown over, that was an interesting moment, especially with the coaches and our trainers and everybody else. "It was not the greatest situation, but I think we all survived. I thought they could have done a better job, especially with the security people watching them. I think there could have been a little more done to protect those people, especially without the helmets on." Savannah Reger (804) 649-6772 sreger@timesdispatch.com @SavannahReger17 on X Get local news delivered to your inbox!
MEXICO CITY — It would take years, if ever, for Mexico to accomplish what incoming U.S. President Donald Trump is demanding to avoid tariffs: stemming the flow of migrants and drugs over the border. That’s why Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum’s efforts to avoid a full-blown trade war might be more about doing enough for both sides to claim success. Even a quick phone call — two days after Trump threatened 25% tariffs against his southern neighbor — seemed to change the tone: Trump said on social media that the Mexican president agreed to “stop people from going to our Southern Border, effective immediately.” Sheinbaum, meanwhile, assured her constituents that she touted to Trump Mexico’s existing approach to migration, which she stressed respects human rights, and that a new deal to collaborate would avoid new tariffs, without providing specifics. The whole exchange was reminiscent of Trump’s first term, when he threatened to send troops to shut down the border and then-President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador responded by sending the national guard to help apprehend migrants. The move had a limited immediate effect, but sent a strong image that proved enough to at least avert tariffs of up to 25% on all imports from Mexico. Trump’s threats have a “dual objective,” said Palmira Tapia, a political scientist currently working for the government of the State of Mexico. The U.S. president-elect, she said, is simultaneously seeking to appeal to his constituents and strengthen his hand in talks on migration, drugs and trade. Sheinbaum also faces two challenges: She now must find a way to appease Trump to avoid tariffs that could hit 11% of Mexico’s gross domestic product, while also avoiding the perception — at home, and in the White House — that she will easily bend to demands from up north. “She’s talking to Trump, but she’s also talking to the Mexican public. It has to do with giving a dignified response before her voters, but at the same time trying to stop Trump,” said Catalina Perez Correa, a researcher at the Supreme Court’s Center for Constitutional Studies. “She’s saying, ‘I’m not going to let myself be stepped on by Trump.’ She’s saving face in front of the Mexican public.” Migration reality Mexico has long been a stomping ground for the U.S. when it comes to migration policy. It’s been tasked under successive U.S. presidents with beefing up its border security, increasing highway checkpoints and removing migrants from freight trains they often board. Even though migration rose far beyond the 2019 levels in the years after Lopez Obrador’s show of militarizing the border, Mexico has remained an at-times willing partner, accepting most of the millions of migrants who were quickly turned away from the U.S. border during the pandemic. But it hasn’t always been eager to help: The Biden administration often viewed AMLO, as the former president was known, as needing frequent reminders of its expectations for him on enforcement. In 2023, Biden Cabinet officials even visited AMLO in Mexico City just days after Christmas to urge him to do more as a record number of migrants reached the border. Under pressure from the White House during the U.S. election, Mexico helped it decrease border crossings by 65% over an 11-month period starting in December 2023. To do so, Mexican authorities have been detaining migrants in the north of the country and busing them south. There, they are forced to wait until they get an official appointment to apply for asylum in the U.S. — which can take months, if it ever happens at all. It’s all resulted in more than double the number of apprehensions of undocumented migrants between January and August compared with a year earlier, although Mexico has deported few. Experts have said that’s creating a humanitarian crisis in some of the southern cities where migrants are shipped off to. It’s also ratcheting up tensions with some locals, who argue that there aren’t enough jobs or resources to accommodate the newcomers. “What they’re doing now in Mexico is militarization of the border,” said Perez Correa. To further reduce border crossings into the U.S., Mexico could either carry out mass deportations or offer more opportunities to migrants in its territory. Both scenarios seem unrealistic. Simply increasing deportations would go against Lopez Obrador’s policy — which Sheinbaum inherited — of trying to address the problems in their origin countries that pushed them to leave, and it would be an expense for Mexico. After Sheinbaum’s call with Trump, she reiterated her government offers migrants options for international protection in its territory or “voluntary or assisted return” to their countries. The second option doesn’t seem feasible either: Most people want to go to the U.S., where they expect to have higher-paying jobs, more family or community support, and greater safety than in Mexico. Chemical diversions Deaths related to fentanyl — the cheap, synthetic opioid — have reached epidemic levels in the U.S. That’s why reining in the flow of the drug was on Trump’s list of demands. Should recent history be any indication, intervention is never simple. The U.S. arrest of a Mexican alleged drug leader has led to prolonged shootouts in recent months. And in any case, some academics argue simply confiscating more drugs means traffickers learn to produce more, to meet U.S. demand. So far, Mexico has worked to improve its technical capabilities to detect illicit substances at its ports, especially precursor chemicals and fentanyl. “The Navy has provided material and personnel to all ports for the fulfillment of these tasks, the personnel have the necessary training to be able to detect these substances,” said Captain Jose Barradas in an interview at the Manzanillo port, in the state of Colima. “All merchandise that arrives is prone to review under strict security protocols.” Sheinbaum also picked former Mexico City police chief Omar Garcia Harfuch to lead a new national security strategy, a move that was read inside Mexico as a signal of her willingness to increase enforcement in areas where the previous administration had been more hands-off. There’s more that could be done — but it would be hard. Trying to seize these substances at ports is insufficient because synthetic drugs tend to be very small, making them more difficult to detect than traditional drugs, said Victoria Dittmar, researcher at Insight Crime. Those who produce them often innovate with their recipes and use new chemicals that are not illegal. “Mexico can open collaboration paths with the private sector, with the chemical industry, because they know perfectly well its supply chains and the vulnerable areas where there could be diversions,” she said. “This collaboration is essential.” Mexico can also work to identify intermediaries that connect fentanyl producers with chemical suppliers abroad and in the country, people who work in certain companies and are authorized to divert these substances, according to Dittmar. Still, “the main weakness is not putting demand reduction as a priority, to prevent overdose deaths,” Dittmar said. “It’s a shared responsibility. It’s not just the fault of Mexico, the U.S. or Canada, but it’s an issue that affects the entire North American region.” A senior Mexican official said that the country’s actions to address drug trafficking have moved the nation in the direction of the fentanyl crackdown that Trump is demanding. The official cited a new law that will allow for coordinated intelligence efforts that is due to be implemented next year. History repeats It’s plausible that in the medium-term Trump will lower the intensity of his threats because a trade war would be the worst case scenario for both countries, said Tapia, the political scientist. But until then, she said, “Sheinbaum is on trial as to how well she will do” relative to her predecessor, who had a respectful relationship with Trump and often praised him. One strategy that Sheinbaum could pursue: Finding ways to give Trump the appearance of political victory. That was part of the rationale behind AMLO’s deployment of the National Guard — a move Trump still talks about now. “We got thousands of Mexicans patrolling our border free of charge,” he boasted at a recent event about his relationship with AMLO. “He’s a socialist,” Trump said. “But these are minor details.” ——— (With assistance from Eric Martin, Carolina Millan and Ramsey Al-Rikabi.) ©2024 Bloomberg L.P. Visit bloomberg.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Rajasthan United FC staged a stunning second-half comeback to beat hosts Namdhari FC 3-1 in the I-League here on Saturday (November 30, 2024). Namdhari took a fortunate lead in the 18th minute when Rajasthan defender Wayne Vaz, under pressure from Akashdeep Singh, scored an own goal. The hosts dominated early, with Akashdeep coming close to doubling the lead in the 34th minute, only for Rajasthan goalkeeper James Kithan to deny him with a superb save. Rajasthan grew into the game and equalised in the 51st minute after William Neihsial was fouled in the box and Alain Oyarzun converted the resultant penalty with ease. Namdhari nearly regained the lead in the 70th minute, but Cledson Dasilva’s header drifted narrowly wide. Three minutes later, Seiminmang Manchong dribbled past multiple defenders and fired in a low shot that eluded goalkeeper Jaspreet Singh, putting Rajasthan ahead. Namdhari’s hopes faded after a red card in the 80th minute, and Wayne Vaz redeemed himself in the 85th minute, tapping in from close range to seal Rajasthan’s victory. Later in the evening, Dempo SC clinched their maiden victory of the season, defeating hosts Shillong Lajong FC 2-0. Goals from Pruthvesh Pednekar (53’) and Matija Babović (90’) sealed a crucial away win for Samir Naik’s men, building on their opening draw against Aizawl FC. The match began evenly, with Lajong’s Damaitphang Lyngdoh testing Dempo goalkeeper Ashish Sibi early on. Despite creating chances, Lajong failed to convert, with Daniel Gonçalves missing a key opportunity. Dempo’s disciplined defense soaked up the pressure, keeping the first half goalless. The Goan side shifted gears after the break when Pednekar broke the deadlock, heading home a corner from Cristián Pérez. Lajong’s attempts to equalise were thwarted by Sibi’s stellar saves, including a vital stop against Phrangki Buam. Babovic sealed the win in stoppage time with a sensational long-range strike that left Lajong goalkeeper Neithovilie Chalieu rooted. Published - December 01, 2024 05:12 am IST Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Football / sportBarcelona grabs last quarterfinal spot in Women's Champions League with 3-0 win in StockholmIt was a magical, memorable and historic football season for the West Burlington-Notre Dame Falcons. Sensational senior running back Quincy Collins rewrote the Falcon record book while WB-ND became the first team in school history to win a state playoff game. That high level of excellence highlighted another season of competitive football for teams in southeast Iowa and west central Illinois. For their achievements, five Falcon players earned top honors on the All-Hawk Eye football squad. Collins is being recognized as Player of the Year while WB-ND’s Joe Bowman has been named Coach of the Year. Collins was simply magnificent during a phenomenal senior season for the Falcons. He shattered school records for yards in a game, season and career. He also set numerous records for touchdowns. Collins finished his final prep season by rushing for 2,474 yards and 35 touchdowns. He rushed for a school record 367 yards and five touchdowns in a win at Central Lee. Collins also recorded 53 tackles on defense, including 13.5 for loss. Collins is joined on the All-Hawk Eye team by four teammates. That group includes offensive lineman Joey Glendening, defensive lineman Kael Cook, linebacker Emry Watson and defensive back Levi Fletcher-Bates. Bowman was honored for leading WB-ND to an 8-2 record and the school’s first playoff triumph in a Class 2A home win over Centerville. Mediapolis, a team that also advanced to the second round of the playoffs in 2A, had three players named to the team. That group includes running back Noah Schmidgall, offensive lineman Parker Lange and defensive lineman Alton Wonderlich. The explosive Schmidgall, a senior, rushed for 1,554 yards and 18 touchdowns for the Bulldogs. He added 261 receiving yards with two scores in the passing game. Schmidgall also had a 91-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. Playoff qualifier Danville placed standout quarterback Jaden Bauer on the elite squad. He is joined by Bear teammates Kessler Whaley (wide receiver), Landon Seibert (tight end) and Byers Nealey (linebacker). Bauer, a senior, completed 63.1 percent of his passes for 2,032 yards and 13 touchdowns. He also rushed for 558 yards and three scores. WACO, who made the second round in 8-Player football, landed running back Louden Huisenga and defensive back Clayton Miller on the team. Huisenga rushed for 1,072 yards and 23 touchdowns. He also had 434 yards receiving that resulted in four scores. Playoff qualifier Winfield-Mount Union had first team selections in lineman Cooper Buffington, quarterback Jake Edwards and running back Lane Genkinger. Edwards passed for 1,663 yards and 22 touchdowns while being intercepted just twice. He also rushed for 11 touchdowns. Genkinger rushed for 796 yards and 15 touchdowns. He had 821 yards receiving that resulted in 11 scores. Playoff qualifier Columbus had offensive lineman Bryce Grimm chosen to the squad. Burlington High School junior Adrian Perez-Hall was honored for his excellence on defense. He recorded 43 tackles, including seven for loss for the Grayhounds. BHS junior offensive lineman Caden Huff also landed a spot on the team. A much-improved Mount Pleasant team, who snapped a long losing streak, had three players named to the squad. They include offensive lineman Nolan Frueh, kicker Dylan White and linebacker Payton Walker. Keokuk had three players — quarterback Brenton Hoard, wide receiver Drew Campbell and linebacker Mason Claus — make the All-Hawk Eye Team. Hoard passed for 1,893 yards and 22 touchdowns. He ran for 608 yards and eight scores during a stellar senior season. Campbell caught 37 passes for 691 yards and 10 touchdowns. Claus was one of the state’s top tacklers in Class 3A. He finished with 79.5 total stops, including 11 for loss. Fort Madison standout Marcus Guzman was named to the squad as a defensive back. He also excelled at quarterback for the Bloodhounds. Central Lee’s Brayden Wyrick was picked to the team as a defensive back. Illini West’s Roan Jackson was selected as a defensive lineman. Wapello’s Edgar Vasquez was chosen to the team at punter.
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