FanDuel offers a promotional bonus of $150 for new users who place a $5 bet. The bet must win, but there are no restrictions on the odds. New users can bet on various NBA and college basketball games to take advantage of this offer.
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FanDuel has a promo code that gives new users a $150 bonus for a $5 winning bet.
The offer is available for NBA, college basketball, and college football games.
There are no odds restrictions for the $5 bet.
Users must create an account and deposit at least $5 to qualify.
Popular game options include NBA matchups like Rockets-Cavaliers and Knicks-Mavericks.
Suggested bets include specific player performance or alternate point totals.
The bonus bets must be used within a week if the bet wins.
Newsweek earns a commission if users sign up through the article's links, with conditions applying.
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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is dealing with an ankle injury. Ravens' head coach John Harbaugh gave a vague update on the situation, leaving Jackson's status for the upcoming game against the New York Jets uncertain. Jackson has played in seven games this season and is crucial for the Ravens' playoff hopes.
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The Baltimore Ravens have a record of 5-5 in the current NFL season.
Lamar Jackson, the Ravens' quarterback, missed practice due to an ankle injury.
John Harbaugh, the head coach, provided an unclear update about Jackson's injury.
Jackson's participation in the next game against the Jets is uncertain.
Lamar Jackson has played seven games this season, achieving 1,442 passing yards and 15 touchdowns.
The Ravens are still competing for a playoff spot in the AFC.
The team hopes Jackson's absence from practice was mainly a precaution.
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Newsweek offers a promo code for a betting platform called Betr, allowing new users to get up to $210 in bonuses when they sign up. This promotion is timely as it coincides with multiple NBA games and an NFL game between the Texans and Bills. Users can make fantasy sports picks using bonuses after registering and depositing funds.
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Newsweek provides a promo code for the Betr betting platform.
New users can receive up to $210 in bonuses upon signup and deposit.
Users get a $10 bonus instantly and a 50% deposit match offer up to $200.
NBA games include notable matchups like Rockets vs. Cavaliers and Knicks vs. Mavericks.
The NFL game between the Texans and Bills impacts the AFC playoff picture.
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Special picks for NBA games are available, focusing on player performances.
Registration requires basic information and a secure payment method to deposit.
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WWE has signed Meghan Walker, a college athlete from Nebraska's track and field team, to join their "NXT" brand. Walker transitions from an NIL deal to the WWE Performance Center. WWE's "NXT" brand is known for its competitive women's division.
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WWE signed Meghan Walker, a freshman track and field athlete from Nebraska.
Walker joined WWE's Performance Center and will be part of "NXT."
Previously, Walker had an NIL contract, which is for athletes to earn money from their name, image, and likeness.
Isaac Odugbesan, known as Oba Femi, is a successful example of a college athlete transitioning to WWE.
WWE's "NXT" women's division is highly competitive, with successful wrestlers like Blake Monroe and Sol Ruca.
Recent storylines in "NXT" include a betrayal in the women's division affecting Tatum Paxley.
The "NXT Gold Rush" event featured significant matches, including changes in tag team dynamics.
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The government plans to make it illegal to resell tickets for sports events at higher prices than their original value, but this new rule will not apply to football matches. Football ticket sales in the UK are already covered by a law from 1994. The existing law only covers sales within England and Wales, allowing foreign websites to continue reselling Premier League tickets at high prices.
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New government rules will stop reselling sports event tickets at inflated prices, but do not include football.
A 1994 UK law already regulates football ticket sales.
The 1994 law makes it illegal to sell football tickets outside of approved platforms by the game organizers.
The law applies only to ticket sales within England and Wales.
Many websites selling Premier League tickets at higher prices are based outside the UK, allowing them to avoid this law.
A BBC investigation found tickets being sold for two to four times their original prices.
Websites from other countries like Spain and Dubai are involved in this resale market.
Wimbledon has an exemption for certain premium tickets, which might benefit clubs like Manchester United in using similar sales methods.
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The article discusses England's cricket team's strategy to win The Ashes series in Australia. To succeed, they have focused on developing fast bowlers who can bowl at speeds over 90mph, moving away from traditional swing bowlers.
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England's cricket team is preparing for The Ashes series against Australia.
The team has shifted their strategy to emphasize fast bowlers who can reach speeds over 90mph.
This change began in 2022 with appointments of Rob Key, Brendon McCullum, and Ben Stokes.
Veteran bowlers James Anderson and Stuart Broad have retired, changing the composition of the bowling attack.
England's current team's most experienced bowler, Ben Stokes, has 115 Test caps.
New bowlers like Gus Atkinson and Brydon Carse have recently joined the team.
England aims to win in Australia for the first time since the 2010-11 series.
The average bowling speed of England's seamers has increased over recent years.
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Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons returned to the team after missing four games due to personal reasons, which he chose not to disclose. Simmons confirmed his commitment to stay with the Chiefs through the 2025 season. In his return, Simmons played in a game against the Denver Broncos, which the Chiefs lost.
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Josh Simmons plays as a left tackle for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Simmons missed four games starting from Week 6 due to undisclosed personal reasons.
He returned for a game in Week 11 against the Denver Broncos.
Simmons plans to remain with the Chiefs for the rest of the 2025 season.
He thanked the team and the city for their support during his absence.
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes praised Simmons for his improvement and commitment.
The Chiefs are currently 5-5 in the season and are preparing for a game against the Indianapolis Colts.
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The article discusses a promotional offer from Underdog, which gives new users a $100 bonus for sports betting. To get the bonus, users need to make a $5 bet on NBA games or the upcoming Bills-Texans football game. The specific picks or outcomes of initial bets do not affect the bonus eligibility.
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Underdog offers a $100 bonus with the promo code "NEWSWEEK".
New users must make a $5 bet to activate the bonus.
The offer applies to NBA games and the Bills-Texans football game.
Notable NBA games include Rockets vs. Cavaliers and Knicks vs. Mavericks.
The Bills-Texans game is significant for the AFC playoff picture.
Users can choose between a "max payout" or "flex play" bet.
Underdog often provides free picks, such as Josh Allen's performance in the Bills-Texans game.
A deposit of at least $5 is required to start using the offer.
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Virginia Tech hired James Franklin as their new head football coach after he was fired from Penn State. Franklin, who had coached at Penn State for 12 seasons, will replace Brent Pry at Virginia Tech. Franklin plans to improve the team's performance, which has been struggling this season.
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Virginia Tech hired James Franklin as the new head football coach.
Franklin was previously the head coach at Penn State for 12 seasons.
He was let go from Penn State after a 3-3 start to the 2025 season.
Franklin had previously coached at Penn State from 2014 to 2018 while Urban Meyer was at Ohio State.
Virginia Tech fired their previous coach, Brent Pry, after starting the season 0-3.
Franklin aims to improve the performance of Virginia Tech, as they have a 3-7 record this season.
Urban Meyer commented positively on Franklin's hiring during a podcast.
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The article discusses a promotional offer from Bet365, a sports betting company. New users can use the bonus code WEEK365 to receive either $150 in bonus bets or a chance to make a first bet up to $1,000 with a safety net. The offer applies to NBA and college basketball games.
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Bet365 is offering a bonus code, WEEK365, for new users.
Users can choose between $150 in bonus bets or a $1,000 safety net for their first bet.
The $150 bonus is available after placing a $5 bet, regardless of the outcome.
The $1,000 safety net means users receive a refund bonus if their first large bet loses.
This offer is available for NBA and college basketball games.
New users in New Jersey and Pennsylvania can only get the $150 bonus.
Bet365 also offers "bet boosts" for better odds on certain game outcomes.
To use this offer, users must register, enter the bonus code, and make an initial deposit.
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Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson commented on an incident involving Jalen Ramsey and Ja'Marr Chase during an NFL game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Pittsburgh Steelers. Ramsey punched Chase after Chase allegedly spat on him, resulting in Ramsey's ejection from the game. The NFL investigated and suspended Chase for one game without pay.
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Jalen Ramsey and Ja'Marr Chase were involved in an altercation during a Bengals vs. Steelers game.
Ramsey was ejected for unsportsmanlike conduct after punching Chase.
Chase was accused of spitting on Ramsey, which he denied.
The NFL reviewed the incident and suspended Chase for one game without pay for spitting.
Chase's suspension means he will miss a game against the New England Patriots.
Chicago Bears' coach Ben Johnson supported the Steelers coach's view on the incident.
The Bears are leading the NFC North Division with a 7-3 record under first-year coach Ben Johnson.
The Steelers are leading the AFC North Division with a 6-4 record.
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The Philadelphia 76ers announced that Joel Embiid will not play against the Toronto Raptors due to his ongoing injury. The Sixers have performed reasonably well without Embiid this season. The Raptors are currently on a four-game winning streak.
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Joel Embiid is not playing in the 76ers game against the Toronto Raptors due to injury.
This marks the eighth game Embiid will miss this season.
The 76ers have a 4-3 record in games without Embiid this season.
Embiid has averaged 19.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 3.3 assists over the six games he played this season.
The Raptors carry an 8-2 record from their last ten games and have won four in a row.
The 76ers recently won a close game against the Los Angeles Clippers.
Philadelphia faces a back-to-back set, playing the Raptors and then the Milwaukee Bucks.
Embiid's possible return for the game against the Bucks remains uncertain.
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Drake Maye, quarterback for the New England Patriots, responded to criticism from former NFL MVP Cam Newton who called the Patriots' success questionable due to an easy schedule. Maye emphasized focusing on team opinions rather than external criticisms. The Patriots have a strong 9-2 record this season, and Maye is a leading candidate for the MVP award.
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The New England Patriots have a 9-2 record in the 2025 NFL season.
Drake Maye is a second-year quarterback for the Patriots.
Maye is a top candidate for the MVP award alongside other players like Matthew Stafford.
Former NFL MVP Cam Newton criticized the Patriots' success, suggesting it is due to an easy schedule.
Newton was Maye's favorite player growing up and played for the Patriots in 2020.
Maye has completed 71.9% of his passes, leading the league in yards, with 2,836 passing yards, 20 touchdowns, and five interceptions.
Maye also has 285 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns.
The Patriots are set to play against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 12.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers have signed Antoine Kelly, a left-handed pitcher, to a minor league contract. Kelly played for the Colorado Rockies last season and has yet to make his Major League debut. He will join the Dodgers' Triple-A team in Oklahoma City.
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The Dodgers signed pitcher Antoine Kelly to a minor league deal.
Kelly previously played for the Colorado Rockies in their Triple-A team.
He was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in 2018 and was a top prospect at one point.
Kelly was traded to the Texas Rangers in 2022.
He had a 5.63 ERA in 34 relief appearances last season with the Rockies' Triple-A affiliate.
The Dodgers aim to develop Kelly further, using him as organizational depth.
Antoine Kelly has not yet played in a Major League Baseball game.
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The Florida Gators are looking at Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin as their top choice for a new coaching position. Kiffin plans to coach Ole Miss in an upcoming game and hasn't made a decision about his future yet. Meanwhile, the Gators are interviewing Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall as a potential candidate.
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Florida Gators are interested in hiring Lane Kiffin, the current head coach at Ole Miss.
Kiffin plans to coach Ole Miss in the "Egg Bowl" against Mississippi State on November 28.
Ole Miss wants Kiffin to decide on his future with them before the game.
Florida is also considering Tulane head coach Jon Sumrall for their coaching position.
Sumrall is currently 17-7 in his two years coaching at Tulane.
The College Football Playoff committee ranked Tulane No. 24 recently.
Sumrall has been linked to other SEC coaching positions such as Auburn and LSU.
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The Florida Gators are looking for a new head football coach after Billy Napier was dismissed earlier this season. Former coach Steve Spurrier suggested Lane Kiffin and Eli Drinkwitz as possible replacements. Both candidates have downplayed rumors about leaving their current teams.
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The Florida Gators need a new head football coach after dismissing Billy Napier.
Steve Spurrier, a former Gators coach, mentioned Lane Kiffin and Eli Drinkwitz as good options for the job.
Spurrier led the Gators from 1990-2001, winning a national championship in 1996.
Lane Kiffin is currently the head coach at Ole Miss.
Eli Drinkwitz is the current head coach at Missouri.
Kiffin and Drinkwitz both expressed focus on their current teams and tried to avoid coaching rumors.
The Gators' interim head coach, Billy Gonzales, will lead the team against Tennessee on Saturday.
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Paul Skenes, a player for the Pittsburgh Pirates, responded to rumors about wanting to be traded to the New York Yankees. He said he has no plans to leave the team and emphasized his commitment to helping the Pirates succeed.
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Paul Skenes is a player for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Rumors suggested he wanted a trade to the New York Yankees.
The rumors came from an anonymous Pirates teammate.
Skenes was named the National League's Cy Young Award winner recently.
Skenes denied the rumors and stated he plans to stay with the Pirates.
He compared the situation to his college career, where he left unfinished work.
The Pirates have not made the playoffs since 2015.
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James Franklin is the new head coach of Virginia Tech's football team. At his introductory press conference, he discussed his plans for recruiting strategies, including the use of the transfer portal and NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals. Franklin emphasized a focus on developing players and building a strong, competitive program.
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James Franklin was introduced as Virginia Tech's new head football coach.
He succeeds Brent Pry, who coached for over three seasons before being fired.
Franklin has coaching experience at Vanderbilt and Penn State, where he won a Big Ten Championship.
He plans to focus on recruiting high school players and using the transfer portal to complement the team.
Franklin mentioned the importance of NIL in college sports but plans to prioritize educational and personal development for players.
He emphasized Virginia Tech should operate like a top-tier program to attract recruits.
Franklin has two games left on the schedule as the new head coach for the current season.
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The Kansas City Chiefs need a win against the Indianapolis Colts to stay in the playoff race. Patrick Mahomes Sr., the quarterback's father, is confident the team will make the playoffs despite recent losses and fan worries. A Chiefs fan criticized the team online, leading Mahomes Sr. to challenge others to bet on the Chiefs reaching the playoffs.
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The Kansas City Chiefs are trying to secure a place in the AFC playoffs.
The Chiefs recently lost to the Denver Broncos, impacting their playoff chances.
They are 3.5 games behind the Denver Broncos in the AFC West standings.
Patrick Mahomes Sr. believes the Chiefs will make the playoffs and challenged fans to bet against him.
The Chiefs face pressure in their upcoming game against the Indianapolis Colts to improve their playoff position.
Some fans are concerned about the team's performance, especially the lack of a strong running game.
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Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young had an outstanding game against the Atlanta Falcons, setting a new team record by throwing 448 yards. Young was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week after leading the Panthers to a 30-27 win. The recognition marks his first Player of the Week title and highlights his growth since being the top pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
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Bryce Young is the quarterback for the Carolina Panthers.
Young threw a franchise record 448 yards in a game against the Atlanta Falcons.
The previous record for passing yards in a game by a Panthers player was 432 yards, set by Cam Newton.
Young completed 31 of 45 passes and achieved three touchdowns in the game.
The Panthers won the game against the Falcons with a score of 30-27.
This win improved the Panthers' season record to 6-5.
Young was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance.
Bryce Young was the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and this was his first Player of the Week award.
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