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“I didn’t leave the team, bro”: Ex-LSU DT Sydir Mitchell claims Brian Kelly forced him out in shocking confession on TikTok

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The LSU Tigers fired Brian Kelly from his coaching role last week. However, surprising stories have surfaced from the program following Kelly’s exit.

On Thursday, former LSU defensive tackle Sydir Mitchell revealed that his decision to leave the team was not his own; rather, he was forced out by Kelly.

“People come to disagreements, but it wasn’t no hard feelings. It was his decision,” Mitchell said. “It wasn’t nobody else’s decision. It was BK’s. He felt like the decision wasn’t fair for the team, even though it had nothing to do with the team. That’s how he felt.”

Mitchell also shared his plans to enter the transfer portal as he considers continuing his football career elsewhere. “I’m finna get in that portal,” he noted. “I just got to finish up school. I’m just staying low key, finishing school, bro.”

Mitchell transferred to LSU ahead of the 2025 season after beginning his collegiate career with the Texas Longhorns in 2023. During his time at Texas, he played in nine games, recording seven tackles and 0.5 tackles for loss across two seasons.

Though Mitchell did not play a snap for the Tigers this season, after two games, Kelly confirmed that the defensive lineman was no longer with LSU, citing failure to meet “workplace standards.”

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**LSU Could Avoid Paying Brian Kelly His Full $54 Million Buyout**

According to reports, LSU owes Brian Kelly $54 million as part of his buyout. However, the school has filed legal paperwork alleging Kelly was removed “for cause,” which it claims would allow LSU to avoid paying out the second-largest buyout in college sports history.

Kelly compiled a 34-14 record in under four years at LSU and helped the Tigers win the SEC West division title in 2022.

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https://www.sportskeeda.com/college-football/news-i-didn-t-leave-team-bro-ex-lsu-dt-sydir-mitchell-claims-brian-kelly-forced-shocking-confession-tiktok

Ilja Dragunov Called Out For Dangerous Potentially Career Ending Spot On WWE SmackDown By Veteran: “His Head Hit”

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Ilja Dragunov has recently come under scrutiny for what some are calling dangerous wrestling, following moves that could have potentially ended his opponent’s career on WWE SmackDown. Several moments from his matches have been highlighted as particularly concerning.

Stevie Richards addressed these concerns on *The Stevie Richards Show*, expressing that there is something inherently risky about the way Dragunov competes. He specifically pointed to Dragunov’s match against Nathan Frazer on WWE SmackDown, describing a move that could have had serious consequences.

Richards recalled a moment where Dragunov executed a suplex, causing Frazer to land badly on the outside of the ring. He commented, “This here gives me vibes of Ridge Holland and Big E. Why are you giving any suplexes like this on the floor? Why? And he says nothing personal before he does it.” This remark references a similar spot between Big E and Ridge Holland that unfortunately ended Big E’s in-ring career.

Furthermore, Richards described the move as a “Chris Benoit German Suplex,” a dangerous type of suplex where there is no “give” in the landing. He explained, “There is no protection for this. This is a Benoit German Suplex. Now, he didn’t land him on top of his head, but it’s still a no-give, German suplex. Only this side of the audience here sees it. Now, for TV, it’s whatever, but you still have a live crowd.”

Richards also highlighted another perilous moment during the match where Nathan Frazer landed on his head after a rushed German suplex from the top rope. “He’s not ready. You already knew what was going to happen. He’s not ready. Look how close in slow-mo. His head hit. There’s no missing there. His head hit,” he stated.

Following this spot, Frazer collapsed in the ring, and the match ended shortly afterwards.

Currently, Ilja Dragunov is in the midst of an open challenge series on WWE SmackDown, where he regularly defends his United States Championship against different opponents each week. Despite his popularity and in-ring skill, these recent incidents have raised questions about the safety and risks involved in some of his high-impact moves.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-ilja-dragunov-called-out-for-dangerous-potentially-career-ending-spot-on-wwe-smackdown-by-veteran-his-head-hit

Democratic incumbents ahead in most WA legislative races

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The Washington state Capitol on Nov. 11, 2024. (Bill Lucia/Washington State Standard)

Two potentially vulnerable Democrats in the Washington state Senate appeared poised to retain their seats after an initial ballot count on Tuesday.

Senator Vandana Slatter faced a challenge from a more moderate candidate within her own party, while Victoria Hunt was up against a Republican opponent aiming to chip away at the lopsided balance of power favoring Democrats in Olympia. For both candidates, this was their first time defending their seats.

On Tuesday, Hunt, of Issaquah, comfortably led former state lawmaker Chad Magendanz, a moderate Republican, by a margin of 54.5% to 45.3%. Slatter was ahead of her former state House colleague, Representative Amy Walen, D-Kirkland, with 56% to 42.3% after the ballot drop.

Meanwhile, Representative Edwin Obras trailed fellow Democrat and Burien mayor Kevin Schilling. Schilling, considered the moderate candidate in the race, narrowly led with about 50.2% of the vote to Obras’ 47.2%, with roughly 350 votes separating the candidates.

President Donald Trump loomed over the off-year elections, even in the Democrat-on-Democrat battles. Progressive candidates highlighted their pushback against Trump and attempted to link their opponents to the president’s policies.

Five other Democrats in safe western Washington districts are on track for re-election. Democratic Representatives Janice Zahn and Osman Salahuddin were leading significantly over Republican opponents in Tuesday’s returns. Additionally, state Senators Tina Orwall, D-Des Moines, Emily Alvarado, D-Seattle, and Representative Brianna Thomas ran unopposed.

Voting tallies will be updated as more votes are counted in the coming days.
https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/democratic-incumbents-ahead-most-wa-051456861.html

CF Montreal settles for 1-1 draw with Nashville SC after late goal from Surridge

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**Sam Surridge’s Late Header Secures Nashville SC a 1-1 Draw at CF Montreal**

MONTREAL — Sam Surridge’s 80th-minute header forced CF Montreal to settle for a 1-1 draw against Nashville SC in their final home game of the season on Saturday.

Dante Sealy, who has now scored seven goals in his last nine Major League Soccer games, opened the scoring for Montreal (6-17-10). Surridge’s equalizer stopped Nashville (16-11-6) from potentially falling into the play-in bracket.

From kickoff, both teams engaged in expansive and vertical play, creating excellent chances. Nashville’s Hany Mukhtar and Ivan Jaime were both played in alone, but neither could find the opening goal.

Montreal struck first just after the 10-minute mark. After Olger Escobar earned a free kick nearly 25 metres out, Sealy stepped up and unleashed a perfect strike into the top right corner—similar to his free kick goal against Charlotte FC the previous week.

Following the goal, Montreal dropped into a low block as Nashville controlled more than two-thirds of possession until the half-hour mark but were unable to break down an organized Montreal defense.

Just after 30 minutes of play, Montreal thought they had doubled their lead through Prince Owusu, but the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) ruled the goal offside.

Nashville’s control of the ball continued into the second half as they probed around the outside of Montreal’s low block without much penetration. There were several half-chances, including a header from Surridge that struck the post, but Nashville struggled to sustain consistent danger.

With 10 minutes left, Nashville finally got their breakthrough when Surridge separated himself from Brendan Craig and converted a free header from point-blank range.

Sensing an opportunity to clinch a win, Nashville redoubled their efforts to find a late winner, but both teams ultimately left the pitch with a point apiece.

**Up Next**

– **Montreal:** Will visit FC Cincinnati on Saturday, Oct. 18.
– **Nashville:** Will host Inter Miami on Saturday, Oct. 18.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published on Oct. 4, 2025.
https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/soccer/2025/10/04/cf-montreal-settles-for-1-1-draw-with-nashville-sc-after-late-goal-from-surridge