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Legendary coach, Hall of Fame TE Mike Ditka dies at 86

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:40:33 GMT

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The legendary Mike Ditka has died at the age of 86, his family announced on Friday.

A cause of death was not immediately announced.

Ditka was the first tight end to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and later led the Bears to a Lombardi Trophy in Super Bowl XX.

'It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father

Knicks table contract talks for Karl-Anthony Towns, others

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:19:20 GMT

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The New York Knicks are pausing potential contract extensions until later in the season, the team announced Friday.

The news affects All-Star center Karl-Anthony Towns and guards Josh Hart, Miles McBride and Tyler Kolek. Each is eligible for an extension and the Knicks have until June 30 to get those deals done.

'As an organization, our entire focus is on preparing for the up

Oil prices decline; Brent falls to $103.53 pb

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:31:31 GMT

CAPITALS, 9th October, 2026 (WAM) -- Oil prices fell on Friday, with Brent crude futures dropping US$0.72, or 0.7 percent, to US$103.53 per barrel (pb) by 0220 GMT. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures fell US$0.52, or 0.6 percent, to US$90.97 pb.

Despite the decline, Brent was on track for a weekly gain after settling 4 percent higher on Thursday.

Trump honours six tech giants with National Medals of Science, Technology and Innovation

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 21:57:49 GMT

Washington DC [US], October 9 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) honoured six leading American innovators, including Elon Musk, Sergey Brin, Jensen Huang, Lisa Su, Michael Dell and Satya Nadella, with the National Medal of Science and the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, describing the recipients as 'national treasures' helping pioneer an 'incredible future for America'.

Trump p

TSMC September revenue surges 54.6% YoY to USD 16.07 billion, slips marginally month-on-month

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:39:50 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], October 8 (ANI): Contract chipmaker Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) reported a 54.6 per cent year-on-year surge in its consolidated revenue for September 2026 to NT$511.86 billion (approximately USD 16.07 billion), despite a marginal 0.6 per cent decline from the previous month.

TSMC's consolidated revenue for September 2026 stood at approximately NT$511.86 billion (USD 16.07 bi

"Going back to his mom": Trump mocks heckler, says protesters are paid by "enemies"

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 06:35:11 GMT

Texas [US], October 8 (ANI): A brief disruption caused by a heckler during United States President Donald Trump's campaign event in Texas transformed into an unexpected spectacle on Thursday, with the American leader mocking the protester as security escorted him out, quipping that he was "going back home to mom" while alleging that demonstrators at political gatherings are routinely funded by "enemies of our nation".<

US CENTCOM rejects Iran's claim of Hormuz closure, says 20 million barrels of crude moving through

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 01:31:51 GMT

Washington [US], October 8 (ANI): The US Central Command (CENTCOM) on Wednesday (local time) rejected Iran's claim that the Strait of Hormuz is closed, saying commercial and energy traffic continues to move through the strategic waterway.

"CLAIM: Earlier today, a general from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed in media reports that 'the Strait of Hormuz is closed' and his country has 'full control o

US puts military in ready mode for possible new strikes on Iran: Report

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 01:31:43 GMT

Washington [US], October 8 (ANI): US President Donald Trump has not made a final decision on resuming major combat operations against Iran, but the Pentagon has been instructed to prepare for possible fresh strikes, Axios reported while citing US officials.

According to the report, the Pentagon instructed US Central Command (US CENTCOM) several days ago to conclude preparations for resuming major combat operation

Texans, Titans eye elusive first win in AFC South matchup

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:55:18 GMT

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It's a position the Tennessee Titans have become accustomed to early in the season.

They are winless through four games, next-to-last in the NFL in scoring at 13.8 points per game and last in the league in total offense with only 261.3 yards per game.

The Titans will try to fix things Sunday when they host another 0-4 team, the Houston Texans, in an AFC South contest in

Eagles offense in transition faces stiff challenge from Jaguars defense

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:05:12 GMT

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It's been a tumultuous few days for the Philadelphia Eagles. So of course this would also be their week to travel internationally.

A new-look Philadelphia offense will take on the trending Jacksonville Jaguars in London on Sunday.

The Eagles (2-2) saw six-time Pro Bowl offensive tackle Lane Johnson announce his retirement Tuesday. They then traded away two-time Pro Bowl cent

Texans coach DeMeco Ryans assumes defensive play-calling duties

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:19:09 GMT

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The Houston Texans rode the NFL's top-ranked defense to a wild-card berth in 2025.

They returned 10 starters from a unit that allowed a league-low 17.4 points per game.

But after an 0-4 start to the 2026 season, head coach DeMeco Ryans announced Wednesday that he would take over the defensive play-calling responsibilities from coordinator Matt Burke.

'If there's a l

Trump says Iran war will end "very quickly", oil prices will "come tumbling down"

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:29:35 GMT

Washington [US], October 8 (ANI): US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (local time) said the war with Iran will end 'very quickly' and claimed that oil prices will 'come tumbling down', while asserting that the US has taken away Iran's nuclear power.

'It is a war from the standpoint of what we have to do. We have to get rid of the nuclear weapons for Iran. We have taken away their nuclear power. If they had nuc

Report: Eagles to elevate RB Dameon Pierce to 53-man roster

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:25:10 GMT

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The Philadelphia Eagles are elevating running back Dameon Pierce to their 53-man roster, ESPN reported on Wednesday.

The addition of Pierce comes on the heels of fellow running backs Saquon Barkley and Tank Bigsby sustaining injuries in the Eagles' 24-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Barkley reportedly is week-to-week with a hamstring injury, while Bigsby was placed

Why Saudi Arabia is back at war in Yemen

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:22:03 GMT

Renewed fighting with the Iran-backed Houthis comes as tensions escalate across the Middle East

A major escalation in Yemen has brought Saudi Arabia back into military confrontation with the Iran-backed Houthis, ending years of relative calm as tensions rise across the Middle East.

Much of the fighting has taken place along Yemen's Red Sea coast and around the strategically important Bab el

Battered Bucs brace for Cowboys' prolific pace

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:55:13 GMT

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Score or go home, that's the challenge in front of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers when they visit the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night.

Dallas put up 28 points in the second half to rally past the Texans last week. Through four games, the Cowboys (2-2) currently stand as one of the most prolific point producers of the past 25 years. The Cowboys are averaging an NFL-best 3.39 points per

US 30-year Treasury yield hits fresh 24-year high ahead of Fed minutes

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:52:37 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 7 (ANI): Ahead of the Federal Reserve's September policy meeting minutes, the US 30-year Treasury yield climbed to a fresh 24-year high on Wednesday as a selloff returned to global bond markets amid concerns over inflation and rising government debt.

The 30-year yield briefly touched 5.7041 per cent, reversing some of the relief seen in the previous session. Bond yields across major mar

Elon Musk rules out wider TSMC role in Texas Terafab, says his companies will build and run facility

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:13:41 GMT

New Delhi [India], October 7 (ANI): Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has said Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) could potentially sublease only a portion of the proposed Texas Terafab, making it clear that his companies would retain control over the facility's construction and operations.

Responding to a post on X about ongoing discussions between TSMC and Musk over the chipmaking project, Musk said the

Oil prices rise, Brent above US$101 per barrel

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:36:18 GMT

CAPITALS, 7th October, 2026 (WAM) -- Oil prices rose on Wednesday, with Brent crude futures gaining 93 cents, or 0.92 percent, to US$101.51 per barrel by 00:22 GMT.

US West Texas Intermediate crude rose 82 cents, or 0.92 percent, to US$90.25 per barrel.

No. 15 Tennessee expected to make QB change vs. Arkansas

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 00:55:24 GMT

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A preseason battle has reemerged for No. 15 Tennessee, and coach Josh Heupel has reportedly decided to hand George MacIntyre the reins at quarterback after an inconsistent stretch by true freshman starter Faizon Brandon.

The Volunteers (4-1, 1-1 Southeastern Conference) head on the road for the first time in SEC play as they face Arkansas (2-3, 0-2) on Saturday afternoon in

No. 10 LSU faces surging Kentucky in SEC road test

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:19:03 GMT

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Kentucky went on the road in the SEC last week and rallied from a 17-0 deficit to defeat South Carolina 35-34 in overtime.

And the Wildcats were rewarded by dropping from No. 24 to out of the AP poll. Kentucky (4-1, 2-1 SEC), first among unranked teams receiving votes, can make a compelling case for a return to the Top 25 by defeating No. 10 LSU (4-1, 1-1) on Saturday night in Le

No. 1 Texas eyes third straight win over Oklahoma in Dallas

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:40:29 GMT

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Texas coach Steve Sarkisian understands Oklahoma's situation heading into Saturday's showdown between the top-ranked Longhorns and the Sooners in Dallas.

'We were in the same situation a year ago,' Sarkisian said. 'We were just coming off losing to Florida. We were a two-loss team. We were a desperate football team and found a way to win and played a really good second half. So

No. 14 Missouri wary of two-loss Texas A&M

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 22:19:12 GMT

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Two losses in late September knocked Texas A&M out of the AP Top 25.

The Aggies' opponent this week, No. 14 Missouri, says it is preparing for a team that is better than its record shows.

Coming off a lopsided victory against then-No. 8 Florida last week, Missouri will face Texas A&M on Saturday afternoon in a Southeastern Conference matchup in Columbia, Mo.

Report: Seahawks decide against signing RB Joe Mixon

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:40:27 GMT

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The Seattle Seahawks decided against signing veteran running back Joe Mixon to their practice squad, ESPN reported on Tuesday.

Mixon worked out for the Seahawks on Monday and underwent a physical. There is no word on what issue led to Seattle reversing course on Mixon, who will remain a free agent.

The Seahawks' only healthy running backs are Emanuel Wilson, George Holani and

Former TCU, Alabama, Texas A&M coach Dennis Franchione dies

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:40:48 GMT

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Dennis Franchione, who served as the head coach at Texas A&M, Alabama and TCU among other schools, has died at the age of 75.

TCU confirmed his passing on Tuesday over social media.

Franchione had been diagnosed with cancer in both 2016 and 2021. The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported that the cancer returned earlier this year and that Franchione recently had been put

Oil prices edge lower in early Asian trade

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:05:14 GMT

SINGAPORE, 6th October, 2026 (WAM) -- Oil prices edged lower in early Asian trade on Tuesday.

Brent crude futures fell 4 cents to US$100.28 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude futures declined 11 cents, or 0.1 percent, to US$89.33 a barrel.

No. 15 Tennessee weighs QB change against Arkansas

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:55:13 GMT

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A preseason battle has reemerged for No. 15 Tennessee as coach Josh Heupel must decide whether George MacIntyre will take the reins at quarterback after an inconsistent stretch by true freshman starter Faizon Brandon.

The Volunteers (4-1, 1-1 Southeastern Conference) head on the road for the first time in SEC play as they face Arkansas (2-3, 0-2) on Saturday afternoon in Fa

Quarterback-coach reunion on deck as Kansas State hosts No. 22 Houston

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 02:05:03 GMT

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When Kansas State hosts No. 22 Houston on Saturday in Manhattan, Kan., Wildcats coach Collin Klein will see a familiar face at quarterback in the Cougars' Conner Weigman.

Before returning to his alma mater last December to take over the Kansas State program, Klein was Weigman's offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach during the 2024 season at Texas A&M.

The Cougars (

No. 25 Pitt turns to Holden Geriner against North Carolina

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:55:14 GMT

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No. 25 Pitt will try to maintain its unbeaten start with a new quarterback when it hosts North Carolina on Saturday afternoon.

The Panthers play with a national ranking for the first time this season when the Tar Heels visit Pittsburgh.

Pitt (5-0, 2-0 Atlantic Coast Conference) is one of three teams without an ACC loss, but the Panthers have been forced to make changes

Reports: Seahawks to sign RB Joe Mixon

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 00:19:12 GMT

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The Seattle Seahawks are signing veteran running back Joe Mixon after he worked out for the team on Monday, according to several reports.

Seattle coach Mike Macdonald indicated Mixon would start out on the practice squad.

'We're down runners,' Macdonald said. 'We need running backs. He's a good running back.'

Before adding Mixon, the defending champs' only healthy ru

Report: Eagles RB Tank Bigsby to IR with Saquon Barkley uncertain for Week 5

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:05:09 GMT

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Philadelphia Eagles running back Tank Bigsby needs core muscle surgery and will be placed on injured reserve, ESPN reported Monday.

Bigsby suffered a core injury Sunday late in the Eagles' loss to the Los Angeles Rams. He will have the procedure done in Philadelphia and the team hopes he can be back in six weeks or less, according to the report.

The injury to Philadelphi

U.S. stocks close higher despite surging Treasury yields

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:45:24 GMT

NEW YORK, Oct. 5 (Xinhua) -- U.S. stocks closed higher on Monday, as strength in artificial intelligence and technology stocks overcame a renewed surge in Treasury yields to 24-year highs.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 90.94 points, or 0.18 percent, to 51,267.9. The S&P 500 added 51.23 points, or 0.66 percent, to 7,773.95. The Nasdaq Composite Index increased by 286.45 points, or 1.05 percent, to 27,

Packers LB Edgerrin Cooper (Achilles) out for season

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:55:14 GMT

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Green Bay Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper will miss the remainder of the season after an MRI revealed Monday he has a torn left Achilles tendon.

'He's a tough guy to lose,' Packers coach Matt LaFleur said Monday. 'We all saw what he was able to do in basically a half of football and the player he is. My heart hurts for him, his recovery, and what he's going through.'

Report: Packers LB Edgerrin Cooper (Achilles) out for season

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:05:11 GMT

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Green Bay Packers linebacker Edgerrin Cooper will miss the remainder of the season after test revealed Monday he has a torn left Achilles tendon.

Cooper was carted off the field Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after he went to the ground untouched immediately after a snap in the third quarter. He grabbed at his left ankle as the play proceeded.

Cooper, 24, had 30

Knicks C Karl-Anthony Towns: Extension unlikely before season

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:05:04 GMT

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Knicks All-Star center Karl-Anthony Towns, a centerpiece in New York's championship season, is not optimistic a contract extension will be finalized before the season opens in two weeks.Towns, 30, is owed $57 million this season and has a $61.1 million player option for 2027-28. He is eligible for a four-year extension worth a maximum of $276 million.

'It don't look good,' the si

Josh Heupel, Tennessee weighing change at QB

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:05:04 GMT

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Tennessee coach Josh Heupel wants a little more time to weigh whether Faizon Brandon or George MacIntyre give the Vols the best chance to beat Arkansas.

Heupel said Monday there is no guarantee Brandon, a five-star freshman who started the first five games this season, will stay in that role.

'We'll find out as the week goes here,' Heupel said Monday. 'George came in and

TSMC in talks with Musk over potential role in Texas Terafab, discussions at early stage

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 03:30:54 GMT

Taipei [Taiwan], October 5 (ANI): Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is in talks over a potential role in Elon Musk's planned Terafab foundry in Texas, with the discussions still at an early stage, according to a news report by Taiwan Plus.

TSMC Chairman and CEO CC Wei said the timeline for building and scaling a new wafer fabrication plant could be a key consideration as the companies discuss the proj

NFL roundup: Cowboys' last-minute TD caps big 2nd half, upends Texans

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 22:19:12 GMT

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Javonte Williams ran for three touchdowns in the second half and CeeDee Lamb scored on his 17th reception of the game with 40 seconds remaining as the Dallas Cowboys collected a high-voltage 34-30 comeback victory over the host Houston Texans on Sunday afternoon.

Lamb posted a career-best 17 receptions and totaled 189 yards to help the Cowboys overcome a 10-point halftime defic

Cowboys stun Texans 34-30 behind CeeDee Lamb, huge second half

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 20:55:10 GMT

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Lamb posted a career-best 17 receptions and totaled 189 yards to help Dallas overcome a 10-point halftime deficit. J

Report: Seahawks to work out RB Joe Mixon

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 19:40:22 GMT

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The Seattle Seahawks are bringing in free-agent running back Joe Mixon for a workout, Fox Sports reported Sunday.

The reigning Super Bowl champions are looking to add backfield depth after placing rookie Jadarian Price (chest) on injured reserve Saturday. Seattle signed Velus Jones Jr. off its practice squad Saturday to take Price's spot on the roster. Zach Charbonnet (knee) wi

Missouri rout of Florida shakes up AP Top 25; top teams unchanged

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 18:55:06 GMT

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Missouri's surprise rout of Florida and Alabama's road blowout of Mississippi State on Saturday generated the most movement in the latest Associated Press Top 25.

The Tigers surged from 25th to 14th in the rankings after taking down the Gators 45-17 in Columbia, Mo. Florida tumbled from eighth to 16th one week after reaching the top 10 with a blowout win over Ole Miss.

Report: Energy costs to skyrocket in Texas over next 15 years

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:32:29 GMT

Texans can expect to pay more for energy and gasoline over the next 10 years, according to a new report from the nonpartisan think tank Energy Innovation.

The group said policy changes made by the Trump administration will slow clean ener

Preventive care lowers long-term costs for Ohioans

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 01:06:09 GMT

Employer-sponsored healthcare plans, the Affordable Care Act marketplace and Medicare are ramping up for a new enrollment period. Ohio residents have just a few months to select the right coverage for next year.

Around 15% to 20% of America

Trump targets tax-free diesel as Republicans approach midterms

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 03:08:02 GMT

PresidentDonald Trumpon Monday took his Republicanmidterm rescue missionto Nebraska, where he signed an executive order to ease limits on the tax-free use ofred-dyed diesel, a decision he said would save millions for farmers and drive down the cost of all goods with just four weeks to go until the elections.

Pete and Jim, this should absolutely ensure your election, I guarantee you that, Trump said, addressing GO

US to execute 2009 Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan by firing squad

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 01:31:37 GMT

PresidentDonald Trumphas approved theexecutionby firing squad of Nidal Hasan, a US Army psychiatrist who shot dead 13 people at amilitary basein 2009, thePentagonsaid on Monday.

Hasan's execution for the attack at Fort Hood in Texas which also wounded more than two dozen people will be the first carried out by theUS militarysince 1961.

Defence SecretaryPete Hegseth"has recommended and President Donald J. Tr

Transgender immigrant students in TX affected by state, federal laws

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 01:02:15 GMT

As more protections for the LGBTQ+ community are rolled back, advocates in Texas say the moves are having a negative effect on trans and gender-nonconforming Latinos.

An estimated 123,000 transgender people are living in Texas, with around 30,000 between the ages of 13 and 17.

Luz Canela, communications director for the group Fami

IMCOM Executive Deputy to the Commanding General Robinson ends distinguished 39-year career serving Soldiers and their Families

Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:38:32 GMT

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas - The beauty of Randy Robinson's career as a civil servant, he said, was an answer to prayer.

Robinson said the turning point came in 1987 when he and his wife, Cecilia, prayed for direction. Both were recent college graduates and were working at a restaurant, where he washed dishes, and she bussed tables.

Divine intervention came from job offers in Northern Vi

George Pickens the lone bright spot in loss

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:29:14 GMT

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Trying to find any sort of silver lining after such an embarrassing performance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers can be an exercise in frustration. Continued defensive woes, a sputtering offense, even poor play on special teams nothing seemingly went right for the Dallas Cowboys in their 24-16 prime-time loss.

Except George Pickens.

"We're fortunate to have a guy like GP to be able to mov

Texans Roundup: Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:39:14 GMT

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Where to Watch: Eagles vs. Jaguars, Week 5 of 2026 NFL Season

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:22:56 GMT

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Six Things to Watch for the Titans in Sunday's Game vs the Texans

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:32:11 GMT

Jim Wyatt

NASHVILLEThe Titans face the Houston Texans on Sunday at Nissan Stadium.

Here's a look at six things to watch in the contest:

Can Cam and the Offense Find Consistency?

Quarterback Cam Ward has improved, but let's face it, he needs to play better. And, some of these lapses on offense need to stop because they're ultimately costing the team chances to wi

Dak Prescott on Cowboys loss to Bucs: 'We were supposed to win'

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 05:35:06 GMT

Patrik Walker

ARLINGTON, TexasThis one is going to sting the Dallas Cowboys for a long while. For the second time in four days, they were tasked with defeating a winless team, and this time it was the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at AT&T Stadium a different vibe from playing the scrappy Texans with arguably the best defense in the league down in Houston.

But, they couldn't, and found themselves

Starlights: Big play tracker for Cowboys-Bucs

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:20:25 GMT

FRISCO, TexasA short week meant the Dallas Cowboys would have little time to recover from or to enjoy their comeback win over the Houston Texans on Sunday. Four days later, they're hosting the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and they have to push through any sort of fatigue from a three-game stretch that also includes a trip to Brazil.

Dak Prescott said the team will be "100 percent" ready, and Quinnen Wil

Updates: Joey Porter Jr. ruled out vs. Buccaneers

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:45:00 GMT

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Oct. 8

Joey Porter Jr.#25 CBHeight: 6-2Weight: 194 lbsCollege: Penn State

5:45 p.m. --In a wildly unexpected turn of events, Joey Porter Jr. has been ruled out by the Cowboys against the Buccaneers.

The evening was to serve as Porter's home opener with the Cowboys, but an illness struck the young cornerback and he will not take the field in Week 5.

Other inact

Tyler Smith officially activated from IR for Cowboys vs. Buccaneers

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:27:39 GMT

Patrik Walker

FRISCO, TexasTyler Smith is back. The All-Pro left guard was forced to sit out the first four games of the 2026 season on injured reserve due to a thumb injury suffered in training camp that ultimately required surgery to repair, costing him the first quarter of the season.

Smith's 21-day practice window was activated on Monday, giving him a short week of practice to potential

DeMeco Ryans on Robert Saleh: 'It all started with him'

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 16:31:28 GMT

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When the Houston Texans face the Tennessee Titans in Week 5, Head Coach DeMeco Ryans will be standing across the field from one of the most important people in his coaching career: Titans Head Coach Robert Saleh.

"It's fun going up against a very close friend in Robert Saleh," Ryans said Wednesday. "Saleh means a l

Gut Feeling: Staff predictions for Cowboys-Buccaneers

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:17:10 GMT

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FRISCO, TexasDak Prescott said the Dallas Cowboys "will be 100 percent" ready for when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers march onto the field at AT&T Stadium for Thursday Night Football.

The narrow loss against the Baltimore Ravens in Brazil was followed by a narrow, and harrowing, comeback win over the Houston Texans and, four days later, another team desperate for their first

Mailbag: Will Cowboys play down to opponent

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:00:50 GMT

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Do the Cowboys have a tendency to play down to their opponent? Coming off two intense road games, including a lengthy trip to Brazil, and with Tampa Bay being desperate at 0-4, are you concerned about Dallasbei

C.J. Stroud on growth, peace and passion: 'I really love this game'

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 13:31:45 GMT

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In his fourth season with the Houston Texans, QB C.J. Stroud says his biggest growth has come off the field, and it's shaping the way he leads.

"I would say just how I've been able to handle just things outside of football, family life, things like that, noise," Stroud said Wednesday. "I think just not only as a fo

Jaguars Wednesday: "This is a Business Trip "

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 23:19:19 GMT

byJohn Oehser&John Shipley

JACKSONVILLEThe Jaguars have a big week ahead, and they know what it takes to prepare.

The AFC South-leading Jaguars, winners of two consecutive games, now face a steeper challenge with an international flair: Back-to-back games in London, with the first coming Sunday against a perennial NFC power.

The Jaguars have been here before, and the challenge goe

Quick Hits on the Titans From Wednesday of Texans Week

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:05:55 GMT

Jim Wyatt

NASHVILLEThe Titans returned to the practice field on Wednesday at Vanderbilt Health Football Center to continue preparations for Sunday's game vs the Houston Texans.

Here's a look at today's developments:

-Titans quarterback Cam Ward grew up in West Columbia, Texas, about 50 miles from Houston.

So, playing against the Texans will always have extra significance for War

Eagles sign RB Dameon Pierce to the active roster

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:52:26 GMT

The team also brought back wide receiver Erik Ezukanma to the practice squad.

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One day after the Eagles placed running back Tank Bigsby on Injured Reserve, the team filled his spot on the 53-man roster with another running back Dameon Pierce from the practice squad.

"He's an NFL starting running back that's on our practice squad," Head Coach Nick Sirianni said on Wednesday prio

Week 5 Injury Report | Texans at Titans

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:12:01 GMT

Week 5 injury updates presented by Shariff Injury Lawyers for the Houston Texans at Tennessee Titans game.

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Week 5 Injury Report | Titans vs Texans

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 20:00:00 GMT

The Titans returned to the practice field at Vanderbilt Health Football Center to continue preparations for Sunday's game vs the Houston Texans.

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Here's a look at the Injury report for the Titans:

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Impact: Baker Mayfield out, Eagles without two OL starters

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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The reported decision to trade Cam Jurgens after losing Lane Johnson does what, exactly, for the Cowboys matchup in Week 7?

A lot, and that's saying the very least. With Lane Johnson's unexpected decision to retire this week, and the Eagles decision to trade Cam Jurgens to the Baltimore Ravens less than 24 hours later, the offensive line in front of Jalen Hurts and Saquo

Mick Shots: How's about somethings kinda good

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Mickey Spagnola

FRISCO, TexasThis struck measodd on Monday after the Cowboys beat the Houston Texans on Sunday at Reliant Stadium.

Why,they did score 34 points in the game, 28 in the secondhalf, the third consecutive game scoringthirty-something.

They did put up 399 total yards, one yard short of consecutive 400-yard performances after 415 the previous week against Baltimore inthatthr

5 Claves del Juego: Buccaneers vs Cowboys | Semana 5

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:30:57 GMT

Victor Villalba

Vaya bocanada de aire azul plata que se respir luego de la cuarta jornada en Houston.

Despus de terminar abajo 16-6 ante un desesperado equipo de DeMeco Ryans en los primeros dos cuartos, la combinacin Prescott-Williams-Lamb se lanz para 28 puntos en la segunda mitad para cerrar el duelo estatal de manera apurada 34-30 y mandar as a los Texans al calabozo de su divisin.

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Cowboys-Bucs: How to Watch, Listen, Stream in Week 5

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:03:36 GMT

Patrik Walker

FRISCO, TexasReinforcements could be on the way for the Dallas Cowboys when they take the field against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football. Tyler Smith, the Cowboys' All-Pro left guard, missed the first four games of the season with a thumb injury that led to him being moved to injured reserve.

For the first time since having surgery to repair the damaged liga

Eagles sign OL James Brockermeyer to the practice squad

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:45:00 GMT

A first-team All-American at the University of Miami, the Eagles add more depth to the offensive line.

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The Eagles announced on Wednesday that the team has signed OL James Brockermeyer to the practice squad.

After going undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft, Brockermeyer signed with the Falcons as a free agent. Atlanta waived the rookie offensive lineman during final roster cuts on A

2026 Game Preview: Buccaneers-Cowboys, Week 5

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:00:07 GMT

The Buccaneers are hoping to start the second quarter of the season in a better way as they get their first prime-time exposure of the season in a visit to Dallas to take on Dak Prescott and a high-powered Cowboys offense

Scott Smith

The 0-4 Tampa Bay Buccaneers will make their 2026 prime-time debut in Week Five, heading to AT&T Stadium in Dallas to square off against a 2-2 Cowboys team on Thursday Ni

Buccaneers-Cowboys: Top Storylines & Key Matchups in Week Five

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The Bucs will try to get more out of a Jalon Daniels-led offense in what could be a track meet in prime time against the NFL's second-highest scoring team

Scott Smith

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' quest for their first victory of 2026 will continue in prime time in Week Five as the team heads to Dallas for a Thursday night contest against the high-powered 2-2 Cowboys. Kickoff is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. ET at

Impact: Baker Mayfield out, Eagles' future HOFer Lane Johnson retires

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:50:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com

What are the ripple effects of Lane Johnson's retirement and key injuries to upcoming opponents like Baker Mayfield?

The decision by Lane Johnson to retire from Philadelphia, and with 13 regular season games left to play, is a potential extinction-level event for the Eagles.

Already without Jason Kelce, who retired previously, the loss of two future Hall of Famer o

Packers return to Lambeau to host Bears

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:12:33 GMT

Green Bay has won 15 of the last 18 meetings against the Bears at Lambeau Field

The Green Bay Packers will play their second home game of the regular season this Sunday when they take on the Chicago Bears.

Green Bay has won nine of the last 10 and 15 of the last 18 meetings against the Bears at Lambeau Field, including a 28-21 victory in Week 14 last season.
The Packers have outscored Chica

Roster Moves: Jaguars Sign CBs Jaylon Jones & Alijah Huzzie

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:00:11 GMT

JACKSONVILLEThe Jacksonville Jaguars have made the following roster moves, the team announced today:

Signed CB Jaylon Jones to the active roster
Signed CB Alijah Huzzie to the active roster
Waived/Injured CB Christian Braswell
Placed S Caleb Ransaw on Reserve/Injured list

Jones, 27, originally entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Bears

Zero-100: Turpin becomes the first in 62 years

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:13:10 GMT

byNick Eatman&Tommy Yarrish

Turning the page for a short week isn't easy, but it helps if you're coming off a win as the Cowboys did, thanks to a hard-fought, comeback victory down in Houston. The Cowboys evened their record to 2-2 and will host the 0-4 Bucs, who have been competitive in every game this year, but haven't managed to get over the hump.

In this short week, we'll look backwards and forwards

5 Bucs to Watch Against the Cowboys in Week Five

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:13:33 GMT

The Buccaneers will take on the Cowboys in Week Five on Thursday Night Football. Here are five Buccaneers to keep an eye on

Brianna Dix

On the prime-time stage, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will look to secure their first win of the 2026 season against the 2-2 Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Thursday Night Football. The clash will commence at 8:15 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on Prime Video. The Bucs f

Mailbag: Why is the offense better when trailing

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:00:34 GMT

byDallas Cowboys Mailbag,Nick Eatman&Kurt Daniels

(Editor's Note: Time to check the mail! The DallasCowboys.com staff writers answer your questions here in 'Mailbag' presented by Miller Lite.)

The offense seems to find another gear once Dallas is trailing. Is this a matter of the players needing that extra sense of urgency? Does the play-calling become more aggressive when they're behind? Or is there so

Game Preview: Titans Host AFC South Rival Texans

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

NASHVILLE Following consecutive road games, the Tennessee Titans (0-4) return home this Sunday to meet the Houston Texans (0-4) in their first divisional clash of 2026. Kickoff at Nissan Stadium is scheduled for noon CDT on Oct. 11.

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This is the 49th all-time meeting in a rivalry that is in its 25th season since the Te

2026 Bucs NFL Power Rankings Week 5

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:31:12 GMT

Where do the Tampa Bay Buccaneers rank in Week Five across Power Rankings?

Brianna Dix

The 0-4 Tampa Bay Buccaneers will head to Texas to take on the 2-2 Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium for a Thursday Night Football showdown in Week Five on October 8th. Kickoff is set for 8:15 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on Prime Video. Thursday will mark the 21st all-time meeting between the Bucs and Cowboys, with D

Big Picture: 10 Storylines for Cowboys & Bucs

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 23:23:38 GMT

Nick Eatman

For the second straight week, the Cowboys will take on a team desperate for its first win. While the Cowboys managed to overcome a hard-fought Texans team and push them to 0-4, that's where the Bucs currently stand as they limp into AT&T Stadium on a short week.

The Cowboys can't take anyone lightly, especially with their 2-2 record and knowing they've got road trips to Green Bay and Philly

Updates: Overshown a 'long shot' in Wk. 5

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com

Oct. 6

DeMarvion Overshown#0 LBHeight: 6-3Weight: 235 lbsCollege: Texas

Oct. 5

3:13 p.m. --Cowboys LB DeMarvion Overshown is unlikely to play on Thursday against the Buccaneers, as coach Brian Schottenheimer said it was a 'long shot' that he returned this week.

Overshown was once again listed as DNP on Tuesday's injury report. Across the board, Dallas' injur

Updates: D-Mo absent, Tyler Smith returns

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com

Oct. 5

Tyler Smith#73 GHeight: 6-5Weight: 328 lbsCollege: Tulsa

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Oct. 4

Javonte Williams#33 RBHeight: 5-10Weight: 222 lbsCollege: North Carolina

5:21 p.m.What a difference a week makes. This time, down in the goal line, the Cowboys didn't go away from Javonte Williams. In fact, they fed him the ball over and over as he scored three touchdowns.

The

Updates: Overshown, Durant absent from practice

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.com

Oct. 5

Tyler Smith#73 GHeight: 6-5Weight: 328 lbsCollege: Tulsa

5 p.m.Tyler Smith was back at practice, as a limited participant, for the first time since suffering a thumb injury that required surgery ahead of the regular season.

The All-Pro left guard saw his 21-day practice window activated on Monday, and with a short week to ramp up if he's to be made available

Tape Talk: Film review from Cowboys' 34-30 win over Texans

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:05:13 GMT

Tommy Yarrish

FRISCO, TexasIt wasn't always pretty, but a strong second half from the Cowboys has them at 2-2 after a 34-30 win on the road against the Texans.

Dallas' offense posted 28 points in the second half, and also had the ball for 18 minutes and 21 seconds in the final two quarters to limit Houston's offensive opportunities.

When the Texans offense did have their chances, they

Updates: Javonte with Emmitt-like milestone

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:55:39 GMT

DallasCowboys.com

Oct. 4

Javonte Williams#33 RBHeight: 5-10Weight: 222 lbsCollege: North Carolina

The 3-TD game is the most since by a Cowboys running back on the ground since Tony Poll

Spagnola: How crazy was bagging this victory

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Mickey Spagnola

HOUSTON, TexasAnd in the end, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said,"Our guys fought like crazy."

You want "crazy," let me give you crazy, man, with the Dallas Cowboys departing this self-proclaimed "-Town with a crazy, nail-chomping 34-30 victory over the still winless Texans.

Why,these Cowboys fell behindby10 pointstwicehere Sunday afternoon before 71,227 at R

Fire And Ice As Bengals Mull 2-2

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:08:10 GMT

Geoff Hobson

After career days from the back of their depth chart on both sides of the ball nearly led them to an improbable fourth-quarter comeback win over the Jaguars at Paycor Stadium Sunday, Bengals head coach Zac Taylor and quarterback Joe Burrow responded with fire and ice.

Taylor's emotional "You didn't quit," postgame remarks left an impression on his team that fought the last round without heavywe

O-Zone Late Night, 2026 Week 4: Jaguars 22, Bengals 17

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 03:23:29 GMT

John Oehser

CINCINNATI, OhioThis was impressive stuff. And important stuff, too.

Whatever elsethe Jaguars' 22-17 victory over the Cincinnati Bengalsat Paycor Stadium Sunday was or wasn't, it absolutely was those things and this could be a victory that matters very much moving forward.

The Jaguars grinded their way past the Bengals Sunday by playing smart and executing

Eatman: Big brother gets the last laugh again

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 22:45:44 GMT

Nick Eatman

HOUSTONAs someone who grew up a little brother, it's usually not fun. You're never the biggest, toughest, fastest or smartest, so the wins are few and far between.

And while there are always exceptions, Sunday was not one of them. The Texans, or whoever the other football teams are in Texas, will always be the little brother to the Cowboys. Sometimes they get the win, and they u

Don't Forget These 5: Converting big 4th downs

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 22:13:56 GMT

Nick Eatman

HOUSTONBoth the Cowboys and Texans had to have the game. Not only is this an in-state rivalry, but the records indicated how important it was to both teams.

That was evident in how physical the game was from start to finish, with many huge plays occurring back and forth.But like always, there are some plays that can get overlooked. Here are a handful that might have changed the

Unchartered Waters | VanderBlog

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 22:08:09 GMT

Marc Vandermeer

If you had told me that the Texans would have two games in their first four where they score 30 or more points - and lose, I would have said you should seek medical attention.

If you had told me that they would not be able to protect leads, inside the two-minute warning in three of their first three games, I'd say you're having a nightmare and need to wake up.

Yet here we are.

En Resumen: Cowboys vencen a los Texans en un final de infarto

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 22:01:46 GMT

Somos Cowboys

Realmente fue una historia de dos mitades. Despus de que poco sali bien durante los primeros dos cuartos, los Dallas Cowboys parecan no poder equivocarse durante los ltimos dos, al quedarse con el orgullo estatal gracias a una remontada de ltimo segundo para vencer 34-30 a los Houston Texans.

Despus de una dolorosa derrota y un brutal calendario de viajes el fin de semana anterior, quizs se po

Joey Porter Jr.'s impact is immediate

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 21:45:57 GMT

Kurt Daniels

After the Cowboys acquired star cornerback Joey Porter Jr. in a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Wednesday, the question became how quickly would he assimilate into the Dallas defense? Could he make a difference against the Houston Texans just four days later?

Not surprisingly, he indeed did, despite this being his first game of the season after back troubles kept him out of the Steelers'

Game Recap: Cowboys thrill with 34-30 win

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 20:38:03 GMT

Kurt Daniels

It was really a tale of two halves. After little could go right through the first two quarters, the Dallas Cowboys could seemingly do no wrong over the final two, claiming state bragging rights with a last-second, come-from-behind 34-30 victory over the Houston Texans.

Following a heartbreaking loss and brutal travel schedule the previous weekend, the Cowboys could perhaps be forgiven for being

Titans-Ravens Week 4 Postgame Notes

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 20:10:00 GMT

TEAM NOTES

After playing consecutive road games, the Titans will return to Nissan Stadium for two of the next three weeks, beginning with a divisional showdown against the Houston Texans on Sunday, Oct. 11 (noon CT).
At Baltimore, the Titans totaled 21 first downs, compared to 19 first downs by the Ravens.
The Titans committed eight fewer penalties than the Ravens13 by the

Starlights: Big play tracker for Cowboys-Texans

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 17:21:05 GMT

DallasCowboys.com

HOUSTONThey own the series record in the Battle for Texas, narrowly, with a 4-3 record against the Houston Texans going into the Week 4 battle. The Texans will lay it all on the line in this one, considering it's not only the 25th season celebration at Reliant Stadium, but also because they're 0-3 on the season.

That desperation will show itself in a big way, but so must t

Updates: Javonte's 3 TDs is Emmitt-like milestone

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

DallasCowboys.comOct. 4Javonte Williams#33 RBHeight: 5-10Weight: 222 lbsCollege: North Carolina5:21 p.m. What a difference a week makes. This time, down in the goal line, the Cowboys didn't go away from Javonte Williams. In fact, they fed him the ball over and over as he scored three touchdowns.The 3-TD game is the most since by a Cowboys running back on the ground since Tony Pollard had three against Chicago in 2022.Iron

U.S. stocks close mixed as oil price surges

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:45:18 GMT

NEW YORK, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) -- U.S. stocks closed mixed on Thursday as surging crude oil prices and a report pointing to lower-than-expected revenue figures for artificial intelligence (AI) pioneer OpenAI weighed heavily on broader market sentiment.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 51.77 points, or 0.1 percent, to 51,231.64. The S&P 500 sank 36.41 points, or 0.47 percent, to 7,765.36. The Nasdaq Composite

U.S. stocks close lower as Treasury yields touch multi-year highs

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 23:45:11 GMT

NEW YORK, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- U.S. stocks closed lower on Wednesday as benchmark Treasury yields touched multi-year highs.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 341.41 points, or 0.66 percent, to 51,179.87. The S&P 500 lost 17.16 points, or 0.22 percent, to 7,801.77. The Nasdaq Composite Index shed 61.20 points, or 0.22 percent, to 27,538.69.

Seven of the 11 primary S&P 500 sectors ended in the red

Texas teachers fight state rule over charter school staffing authority

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:36:35 GMT

(CN) - A Texas teachers union asked the state's high court Wednesday to uphold a block on a Texas Education Agency rule giving charter operators "final authority" over staffing assignments at schools they control.

Texas law gives the state the power to take over school districts with underperforming campuses. In order to avoid a state takeover, a school district has the option of signing over control of such

Fifth Circuit considers immunity for Texas officials who jailed rivals

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:18:53 GMT

(CN) - Three voters from the least populated county in the U.S. asked the Fifth Circuit Tuesday to revive claims they were victims of an intimidation scheme conceived by local officials whom they characterized as rivals.

Attorney Jason Davis, arguing for plaintiffs Matthew Jones, Ysidro Renteria and William L. Jones Carr, recounted that Justice of the Peace Amber King summoned them to a sham juror qualificat