SPORTS

Colts star wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. will reportedly miss time as he deals with a back injury; a move to IR is said to be an option. …

From Wisconsin’s “Jump Around” to Ohio State’s “dotting the i,” Jenny Taft lists her top 10 traditions in college football. …

The Saints will turn to their rookie at quarterback with Derek Carr out, announcing Spencer Rattler as their starter for Sunday’s game against the Buccaneers. …

Head coach Antonio Pierce has once-again named Aidan O’Connell as the Raiders starting quarterback ahead of Las Vegas’ matchup with the Steelers. …

Concerns over Hurricane Milton and its effects on Florida have forced the cancellation of Friday’s NBA preseason game in Orlando between the Magic and the New Orleans Pelicans. …

A return of Robert Saleh to San Francisco would provide a fresh set of eyes for a struggling defense, but there are a number of reasons that is unlikely to happen until next season. …

Though Joe Burrow might be playing his very best, the Bengals are still a mess. There are any number of systemic reasons for that. …

Amid reports a Davante Adams trade will wait at least another week, Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce said he “had a good conversation” with the WR. …

Saints WR Equanimeous St. Brown and the official City of Detroit X account traded barbs (yes, really) over the veteran WR’s comments on Detroit. …

J-Mac is backing the 49ers in Week 6 against the rival Seahawks. And according to history, bettors should, too. …