Okay the yellow car with that license plate? Someone on that team deserves a raise. I am absolutely not emotionally prepared for this one. 💛

Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan Team Up for ‘Expectations’ Remix and Music Video

Olivia Rodrigo and Chappell Roan are officially teaming up on an “Expectations” remix and music video. Rodrigo confirmed the news on Instagram Tuesday, sharing a photo of her and Roan posing on a yellow car with the license plate “XPECT8NS.” The uptempo song is the 12th track on Rodrigo’s recent third album, “You Seem Pretty […]

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21 straight wins and still nobody says his name? Someone's being criminally slept on, and I have a soft spot for that. 😌

Matt Leinart: Here's Why Indiana QB Josh Hoover Is A Heisman Dark Horse

Indiana quarterback Josh Hoover has extended the program's winning streak to 21 games and been a smooth operator of the offense. So why isn't he getting more Heisman buzz?

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Matt Leinart thinks it's time to change that. "No one's talked about Josh Hoover," Leinart said on Saturday's edition of "Big Noon Kickoff." "Fernando Mendoza came out of nowhere last year toward the second half of the season [for Indiana]. Hoover's got better stats than Mendoza, hasn't turned the football over and is a really talented player. "He's got a chance with this schedule, starting today [against Nebraska] and then Ohio State next week in the Big Ten to make a run at this thing [the Heisman Trophy]."
Through Indiana's first five games, Hoover, a fifth-year senior, has totaled 1,101 passing yards, 15 passing touchdowns, zero interceptions and a 203.7 passer rating, while completing 71.0% of his passes. Hoover's passing touchdowns and passer rating each lead the Big Ten. As for Indiana's offense, the Hoosiers rank second in the Big Ten in rushing yards (252.6 per game), third in both total yards (489.6 per game) and points (44.2 per game) and 11th in passing yards (237.0 per game). Hoover transferred to Indiana after four seasons at TCU, where he spent three years as the starting quarterback. From 2023-25, he posted averages of 3,209.0 passing yards, 23.7 passing touchdowns and 11.0 interceptions per season, along with a 147.8 passer rating and a 65.1% completion rate. Now, Hoover is following in the footsteps of Mendoza, who led Indiana to its first national championship in program history during a perfect 16-0 season in 2025. Mendoza threw for 3,535 yards and 41 touchdowns with six interceptions, posting a 182.9 passer rating and completing 72.0% of his passes. Mendoza also rushed for 276 yards and seven touchdowns en route to winning the 2025 Heisman Trophy. He ultimately became the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, selected by the Las Vegas Raiders. With two unbeaten opponents in Nebraska and Ohio State looming, Hoover has a chance to put himself in the Heisman conversation. "I think he's exceeded expectations so far," Leinart added. "Obviously, the schedule picks up starting today and next week, and then in the second half of the season. But I just want to say this: I think it's time to start putting some respect on Josh Hoover's name. He's one of the best players in the country."

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If you don't like mine, get your own" is honestly the most confident thing I've read all week. Tell me who you've got at number one. 😏

Alexi Lalas' Post-World Cup Power Rankings: France Or Spain At The Top?

This is my first post-World Cup power rankings. I love power rankings and I especially love counter rankings.

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FIFA has their own rankings (released on Oct. 7), and I'm sure they spend a lot of time and money and technology on the formula to come up with it. I can't say I do the same, it's more of a gut feel. But these are my power rankings, and as I have always said: If you don't like mine, then get your own. FIFA rank: 11
2026 World Cup Recap: A lot of expectations this summer were put on the Colombians, who were among the trendy dark-horse contenders to win it all. Luis Diaz, who has shined as an attacker for Liverpool and now Bayern Munich, balanced out a tough defense. Nevertheless, a round of 16 loss to an equally stout Switzerland side ended the dream. What's Happened Since: The Colombians had a relatively uneventful window with a win (over Peru), a loss (to Paraguay), and a draw with Mexico (who is ranked No. 10 by FIFA instead) in friendly competition. But Los Cafeteros could make an argument about now being South America's toughest side. Next Opponents: TBD
Alexi's Take: "FIFA has Mexico at this spot, but I just think that's ridiculous."
FIFA rank: 6
2026 World Cup Recap: History was made in 2022 as Morocco became the first African nation to reach a men's World Cup semifinals. Leaning on talent that grew up playing in leagues across Europe, Morocco has become a machine. The Atlas Lions lost to France in the quarterfinals (having lost to them in the 2022 semis), but its young core and success at youth tournament levels will keep them around. What's Happened Since: Morocco cruised to two wins in 2027 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying in September. The drama surrounding the team will be off the pitch as a court ruling this month will decide whether Morocco or Senegal will ultimately be named AFCON champions following the controversial final in 2025. Next Opponents: TBD
Alexi's Take: "After making the 2022 World Cup semifinals, we were interested to see whether they could continue that momentum in 2026. Whether it was just a Golden Generation, or it was a moment in time and would be a Croatia-esque storyarc. I think Morocco and this generation of players have proved they are here to stay."
FIFA rank: 9
2026 World Cup Recap: The team that has historically been among the world's elite (three times runner-up at the men's tournament) provided plenty of entertaining football, backed by one of the best fanbases out there. In the attack, Cody Gakpo and Brian Brobbey shined while the ageless Virgil van Dijk remained the heart-and-soul in defense. A tough loss in the round of 32 against Morocco ended the Oranje's tournament. What's Happened Since: Xavi Hernandez, one of the greatest midfielders in Barcelona history and a 2010 World Cup winner with Spain, was surprisingly picked to be the Netherlands' new manager. Two wins over Serbia and two draws (vs. Germany and Greece) in Nations League action got the Xavi era started on the right foot. Next Opponents: vs. Greece (Nov. 13); vs. Germany (Nov. 16)
Alexi's Take: "The Dutch have still never ultimately won the World Cup, but they are still a good solid team. I can be convinced otherwise, but I'm going to give them the benefit of the doubt."
FIFA rank: 8
2026 World Cup Recap: It initially felt like its Golden Generation players of striker Romelu Lukaku, midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois wouldn't be able to compete at this tournament. But the Red Devils proved people wrong, especially the U.S. men's national team. After a 4-1 beatdown over the USMNT in the round of 16, they would lose to Spain in the quarterfinals. What's Happened Since: Two losses to a more talented France team in the Nations League during this recent window should be tempered by wins over Italy and Türkiye. Those Golden Generation veterans will certainly now give way as talents like winger Jérémy Doku are emerging. Next Opponents: vs. Türkiye (Nov. 12); vs. Italy (Nov. 15

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