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The 2023 World Series is upon us, and some of the numbers in the upcoming matchup are hard to believe.

After an offseason spent clearing out cap space and rebuilding with younger players, Rams are better than expected this year.

Skip Bayless, Michael Irvin and Keyshawn Johnson discuss the Buffalo Bills win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 8. The cast talk Josh Allen, Baker Mayfield, AFC East, NFC South and all things Thursday Night Football

Skip Bayless, Rachel Nichols and Keyshawn Johnson react to the Milwaukee Bucks win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Damian Lillard's Bucks debut. Dame scored a 39 points, a Bucks all-time record for someone making their debut & the Joel Embiid shot 9-21 as the 76ers played without their lead playmaker James Harden.

The Group Chat gives its take on Joe Burrow vs. Sam Darnold and Sean McVay vs. Mike McCarthy, as well as a few more bets it likes in Week 8.

Chase Young and Montez Sweat are valuable trade chips for the Commanders, but the case for dealing either one is "complicated."

Is USC's Caleb Williams still a lock to go No. 1 in the upcoming NFL draft? The "Bear Bets" Group Chat isn't convinced he's the best bet.

Both the Rangers and Diamondbacks were struggling not so long ago. Now one of them will win the whole thing. Truth be told, this is a Fall Classic duel that has taken everyone by surprise

Chris "The Bear" Fallica delivers his best bets and insights for Week 9. Read more to find out who likes in the Georgia-Florida matchup, and the 'dogs he expects to bark.

Jets starting cornerbacks Sauce Gardner and D.J. Reed have cleared concussion protocol and will play Sunday vs. the Giants.

Giants QB Daniel Jones will miss his third straight game with a neck injury, and Tyrod Taylor will start Sunday vs. the Jets.

Tampa Bay has lost three straight and fallen out of the NFC South lead, but the middle of the NFL is wide open, and playoff contention requires them to be good, not great.

Patrick Everson spoke to a bookmaker to breakdown who the books are rooting for in the World Series and how one bettor has a chance to win $1 million if Arizona wins.

Zach Wilson has been looking better and better as the New York Jets add more wins to their record, sparking compliments from New York Giants defensive coordinator Wink Martindale. Martindale says Wilson's confidence is growing, and he could be a real threat this Sunday... but does Craig Carton agree? Watch as he tells Willie Colon and David Jacoby what he's expecting to see from the Jets QB this Sunday.

The Buffalo Bills are back on track, and their offense was looking better than ever in their win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Thursday Night Football. Josh Allen was stellar, throwing for over 300-yards for the third time this season, completing over 75% of his passes, and accounting for three touchdowns. Craig Carton asks Wille Colon and David Jacoby... are the Bills officially back after last night's win?

The 2023 World Series begins Friday. Which Rangers and Diamondbacks can reinforce their legacy most with a great performance and a win? We rank the top eight.

Packers fans are going through something they haven't had to deal with in three decades: uncertain quarterback play. But this was always going to be an up-and-down season.

The FOX Sports MLB staff offers its takes on World Series surprises, star rookies, players under pressure and deciding factors, and predicts the winner and MVP.

How does the man who birthed the "Who's your daddy" chant Nuggets fans direct at the Lakers feel now? "Red-faced, a little embarrassed. And somewhat vindicated."

Kevin Durant passed Hakeem Olajuwon for 12th place on the NBA's career scoring list, but LeBron James and the Lakers got the win.

The scoring struggles that plagued the USWNT at the Women's World Cup continued into Thursday night's friendly with Colombia.

Nearly a month has passed since Daryl Morey asked for time to figure out the James Harden situation, yet not much has changed. And maybe that's OK.

Dave Helman sits down to preview the San Francisco 49ers' match up against the Cincinnati Bengals? Will Sam Darnold and the 49ers be able to perform to the expectations? Will Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals upset the 49ers? Helman also discusses which match up he is most looking forward to watching to within the game.

Dave Helman is joined by Greg Olsen to talk about the Dallas Cowboys' match up against the Los Angeles Rams. Can Dak Prescott and Mike McCarthy improve the Cowboys' inconsistent offense? Will the Rams pose issues to the offense? Check out everything Helman and Olsen said here!

Dave Helman sits to recap the Buffalo Bills' victory against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. How did Josh Allen look in the win? Can Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers bounce back? Check out everything Helman said here!

Lillard had the highest point total for a player making his Bucks debut, surpassing the 34 that Terry Cummings scored in 1984.

Morgan's attempt in the 44th minute bounced back off the post and she tried to score off the rebound, but the ball sailed over the goal.

The Rangers and Diamondbacks begin the World Series on Friday. We break down the pitching matchups, lineups and X-factors.

The Buffalo Bills got Josh Allen more involved in the running game. It gave them a spark, but is it sustainable?

Week 8 of the NFL season got underway Thursday with the Bills topping the Buccaneers. Here are the highlights!

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse talk about the highly debated USMNT soccer topic about who would win in a match, the fully healthy/in their prime 2014 roster featuring Tim Howard and Clint Dempsey or the 2023 roster featuring Christian Pulisic and Tyler Adams.

For the first time, Ryan Blaney enters the Round of 8 elimination race above the cutline instead of below it. He indicated while that is better than being below the cutline, it still comes down to him doing his job Sunday at Martinsville.

Big Noon Kickoff presents Bear Bets as gambling expert Chris The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz each give their best bets of NFL Week 8, choosing the Miami Dolphins vs. New England Patriots and Cincinnati Bengals vs. the San Francisco 49ers.

Big Noon Kickoff presents Bear Bets as gambling expert Chris The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz give their survivor picks for NFL Week 8 including the Baltimore Ravens, Los Angeles Chargers, Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys and Kansas City Chiefs.

Big Noon Kickoff presents Bear Bets as gambling Chris The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz review Bear's personal bets for NFL Week 8 including the Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Commanders, Minnesota Vikings at Green Bay Packers and the Las Vegas Raiders vs. the Detroit Lions.

Big Noon Kickoff presents Bear Bets as gambling Chris The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz are joined by Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill in the Gambling Group Chat and discuss the betting odds that the Buffalo Bills don't make it to the NFL Playoffs.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse talk about the highly debated USMNT soccer topic about who would win in a match, the fully healthy/in their prime 2014 roster featuring Tim Howard and Clint Dempsey or the 2023 roster featuring Christian Pulisic and Tyler Adams.

Northwestern State has canceled the remainder of its football season in the wake of the shooting death of safety Ronnie Caldwell.

Colorado stars Shedeur Sanders and Travis Hunter were thrilled to run into LeBron James in Denver Tuesday.

Cooper Flagg, the top high school hoops prospect in the 2024 class, said his focus is on the tragedy of a mass shooting in his home state of Maine, an indication that his college announcement could be delayed.

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred talked the sport's rule changes and the 2023 World Series on "The Carton Show."

The Group Chat reconvened this week to share its thoughts on the Week 9 slate of games, including the huge Oregon-Utah showdown on FOX.

During a press conference, Kyle Shanahan criticized defensive coordinator Steve Wilks for calling a zero-blitz in the first half of the San Francisco 49ers loss against the Minnesota Vikings. The head coach said that Wilks 'knows he messed up.' Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and James Jones react to Shanahan's public comments.

Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and James Jones discuss whether Damian Lillard or Giannis Antetokounmpo is under more pressure this season.

French Phenom Victor Wembanyama made his NBA debut as the San Antonio Spurs took on the Dallas Mavericks for their season opener. Wemby was in foul trouble early, and finished the game with 15-points, but the Spurs were unable to pull out a win against Luka Doncic and the Mavs, with a final score of 126-119. Nick Wright shares his thoughts on what was promising about Wemby's performance, and what was concerning, and speculates on what the future will hold for this rookie.

Emmanuel Acho alongside James Jones, LeSean McCoy and Joy Taylor releases the Top 6 Teams in the NFL ahead of Week 8. The Kansas City Chiefs, Philadelphia Eagles, Baltimore Ravens, Miami Dolphins, Seattle Seahawks and Jacksonville Jaguars made Acho's list. Notably not mentioned are the Dallas Cowboys and the San Francisco 49ers. The cast also break down if the Chiefs are clearly the best team in the NFL.

Matt Leinart sat down with Michigan Wolverines QB J.J. McCarthy to discuss his success this season, Kobe Bryant and Heisman hopes.

Buffalo Bills are looking to bounce back against Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Thursday Night Football. Josh Allen appears to be flailing, and Nick Wright makes the point that they need a little more Clark Kent out of Allen, and a little less Superman. If the goal is to get the Bills to their first Super Bowl in 30 years, Nick insists they need to win this game against the Bucs, and tells listeners what the odds of that happening are.

Former NFL scout Bucky Brooks checks in on the quarterback class of 2021, grading the five first-round picks on their performances so far.

Big Noon Kickoff presents Bear Bets as gambling expert Chris The Bear" Fallica and former NFL offensive lineman Geoff Schwartz are joined by Sam Panayotovich and Will Hill in the Gambling Group Chat to discuss why they believe it is no longer a good bet to bet USC Trojans' Caleb Williams as the first overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.