Smith 'hurt' by MNF decision, but 'happy' for Lock

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Geno Smith said he was hurt by the Seattle Seahawks’ decision to not start him Monday night but happy for Drew Lock, who helped snap their four-game losing streak by throwing the winning touchdown pass in the

Calipari backs ex-asst. Payne amid 'growing pains'

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Kentucky coach John Calipari said after Thursday’s rivalry game that Louisville continues to improve and that if Kenny Payne is given the chance to coach the Cardinals into next season, they will show major strides.

Coroner: Ex-Buc Williams died of bacterial sepsis

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Former Buccaneers star wide receiver Mike Williams died as the result of a rare bacterial sepsis after suffering injuries in a work-related construction accident Aug. 21, the Hillsborough County (Florida) Medical Examiner’s office said Thursday.

Pistons drop 25th straight, one away from record

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Chants of “sell the team” filled Little Caesars Arena as the Pistons fell to the short-handed Jazz on Thursday night for their 25th consecutive loss, one short of the single-season record.