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“It’s a real challenge”: Tom Brady feels for Arch Manning over incessant negativity in 2025 season

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In the changing landscape of college football, young athletes often find themselves under unwarranted attention from the media and fans. Texas quarterback Arch Manning experienced a similar situation even before the 2025 season began. Media outlets drew comparisons between him and his legendary uncles, Peyton and Eli Manning, expecting him to follow a similar path in just his first year as the starting quarterback for the program.

According to NFL great Tom Brady, times have changed, and the mental toll on young players is now out of bounds. He addressed the intense media scrutiny that players like Manning face and reflected on how different it was during his own college days at Michigan.

Speaking to Sports Illustrated while shooting a commercial, Brady said, “Before, players had the kind of ability to fail when people weren’t watching, to build that resiliency within themselves. So I think it’s a real challenge these days for these young kids because Arch Manning, you know, seems like a great kid and great player.”

Brady went on to express hope that players can find ways to cope with criticisms. He also noted that Arch’s uncles, Eli and Peyton, had many years to develop and grow into their roles as quarterbacks.

“Peyton had a lot of years to develop. Eli had a lot of years to develop, and, you know, I was a college kid once, too, and I wasn’t the best quarterback at that time. How people remember me after my pro career was a lot different than how I remember me after my college career,” Brady explained.

### Arch Manning Not Concerned by Rumors Around His Starting Role

Although Texas rebounded after a jittery showdown early in the season, Manning has remained under the constant radar of critics. His on-field struggles with accuracy and footwork have stirred rumors about a possible step-down from his role as Texas’s starting quarterback.

However, Manning remains unfazed by the outside noise. Speaking to reporters, he said, “Nah, I can control what I can control. I work hard during the week, prepare my best, and go out and try my hardest on game day. That’s all you can do.”

### Looking Ahead: Texas vs. Mississippi State

This coming weekend, Texas will face Mississippi State on the road. With two losses so far this season, the Longhorns aspire to become one of the SEC teams to earn a playoff spot. Every game in the upcoming weeks is crucial for Manning and his team as they fight to stay in contention.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/college-football/news-it-s-real-challenge-tom-brady-feels-arch-manning-incessant-negativity-2025-season

Falcons lose Divine Deablo to injury amid SNF vs. 49ers

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Brimming with confidence after back-to-back wins, the Atlanta Falcons aimed to secure their third straight victory as they visited the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium for “Sunday Night Football.”

The Falcons entered the game riding high, having convincingly defeated the Washington Commanders and the Buffalo Bills in their previous two outings. With momentum on their side, they looked to add the 49ers to their list of vanquished opponents.

However, Atlanta faced a significant setback when linebacker Divine Deablo was forced to exit in the first half due to a forearm injury. According to ESPN’s Marc Raimondi, Deablo will not return for the second half. This is a tough loss for the Falcons, who rely heavily on defensive firepower to contain a formidable 49ers offense. Before leaving the game, Deablo had registered a solo tackle.

At halftime, San Francisco held a 10-3 lead, thanks in part to running back Christian McCaffrey, who scored on a one-yard touchdown run. Despite the deficit, Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. had a solid first half, completing 13 of 19 passes for 128 yards.

Even without Deablo, Atlanta remains poised to mount a comeback in the second half.

Deablo, 27, signed a two-year, $14 million contract with the Falcons in March after spending his first four NFL seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders. He quickly established himself as a key contributor in Atlanta, accumulating 23 total tackles so far this season. Falcons head coach Raheem Morris had high praise for Deablo even before the season began, describing him as “an avatar” and commending his ability to “pressure the passer,” as highlighted in a report by Heavy’s Trevor Williamson.

The severity of Deablo’s forearm injury is currently unknown. As of the latest update, the 49ers lead 13-3 early in the third quarter, with both teams battling hard under the lights at Levi’s Stadium.
https://clutchpoints.com/nfl/atlanta-falcons/falcons-news-atlanta-loses-divine-deablo-injury-snf-49ers

Eagles-Vikings Week 7 inactives, with analysis

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The Philadelphia Eagles suffered their second straight loss in Week 6 and were without a few of their most important players in that game, including interior defensive lineman Jalen Carter, left guard Landon Dickerson, and cornerback Quinyon Mitchell. Fortunately for the Eagles, they have a mini-bye heading into their Week 7 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, giving them a little extra time to heal up.

The Vikings are coming off their “real” bye week after playing two straight games in Europe. Despite battling injuries all season long, the Vikings are getting a number of key players back just in time for the Eagles’ visit to Minnesota.

### Eagles and Vikings Inactives & Updates

– **Sam Howell** will serve as the emergency quarterback for the Eagles.
– The Eagles have called up **E.J. Jenkins** from the practice squad.
– **Jalen Carter** and **Landon Dickerson** are both expected to play in Week 7.

#### Eagles Inactives and Notes:
– **TE Grant Calcaterra:** Calcaterra injured his oblique muscle against the Broncos and did not return. Kylen Granson filled in as the TE2 after Calcaterra left, and Cameron Latu has also been seeing snaps.
– **iOL Drew Kendall:** With Landon Dickerson back in the lineup, Brett Toth has returned to a backup role, and Kendall remains inactive.
– **CB Mac McWilliams:** McWilliams has been active on some game days this season but has yet to see meaningful action on defense or special teams.
– **RB A.J. Dillon:** Dillon muffed a kickoff and fumbled during the Eagles’ loss to the Giants. In his place, Xavier Gipson is active and is expected to return kicks along with Will Shipley and Tank Bigsby. Gipson might also return punts instead of Jahan Dotson.

### Notable Eagles Players on IR, PUP, Suspension, etc.

– **EDGE Nolan Smith (IR, triceps):** Smith had a slow start in 2024 but showed promise after the Week 5 bye, accumulating 10.5 sacks and two forced fumbles in the final 15 games. He tore his triceps in the Super Bowl and entered 2025 as the team’s leading edge rusher. However, after tweaking his triceps injury early this season, Smith will miss at least four weeks on injured reserve.

– **CB Jakorian Bennett (IR, pectoral):** The Eagles acquired Bennett via trade in early August as a response to early struggles from corners Adoree’ Jackson and Kelee Ringo.

– **WR Johnny Wilson (IR, knee, ankle):** Wilson stands 6’6” and 228 lbs and has carved out a role as a physical blocker in his rookie season. Though not a major receiving threat—catching only 5 passes for 38 yards and a touchdown—he played over 400 snaps and started four games before going on IR.

– **WR Darius Cooper (IR, shoulder):** An undrafted rookie, Cooper made the 53-man roster after impressive training camp and preseason performances. He was beginning to carve out a “dirty work” receiver role following Wilson’s injury.

– **FB Ben VanSumeren (IR, knee):** VanSumeren was set to take on a bigger role as the full-time fullback in 2025 but suffered a season-ending patellar tendon injury on the opening kickoff.

– **LS Charley Hughlett (IR):** Hughlett is known for his unique snap style, throwing the ball through his legs. The Eagles have signed Cal Adomitis to take over long snapping duties in his absence.

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### Vikings Inactives & Updates

– **Inactives:** Andrew Van Ginkel, Kobe King, Chaz Chambliss, Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins, J.J. McCarthy (emergency third quarterback).
– The biggest news is that **RT Brian O’Neill** will play in Week 7.

### Notable Vikings Players on IR, PUP, Suspension, etc.

– **LB Blake Cashman:** Cashman has been on IR since Week 1 due to a hamstring injury suffered against the Bears. He missed the next four games but was activated for his 21-day practice window this week. In 2024, he tallied 112 tackles, 4.5 sacks, 11 QB hits, and 8 pass breakups, making him one of the Vikings’ defensive leaders.

– **C Ryan Kelly:** Kelly, the Vikings’ starting center, is currently sidelined with a concussion. Michael Jurgens started in his place but got hurt (hamstring) in Week 4, leading to Jake Brandel stepping in.

– **RB Aaron Jones:** Jones suffered a hamstring injury in Week 2 against the Falcons. Jordan Mason has taken over as the lead back and has performed well, compiling 69 carries for 363 yards (4.7 YPC) and 3 touchdowns.

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The Week 7 matchup between the Eagles and Vikings features two teams managing injuries but striving to get key players back on the field. With the Eagles benefiting from their mini-bye and the Vikings returning from a full bye, this game will test both teams’ depth and resilience.

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*Source: @JimmyKempski | thePhillyVoice | PhillyVoice Sports*
https://www.phillyvoice.com/eagles-vikings-week-7-inactives-analysis-2025/?utm_source=pv-rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pv-site

Allen’s 3 rushing touchdowns lead North Alabama to 35-14 win over Eastern Kentucky

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FLORENCE, Ala. — Allan’s touchdowns came from 1, 2, and 23 yards out, showcasing his versatility and scoring ability.

Noah Gregg contributed with an impressive 18-yard reception up the middle, while Kaleb Heatherly added to the offense with a 5-yard catch for North Alabama.

These key plays helped define the team’s performance in the latest AP college football matchup.
https://wtop.com/ncaa-football/2025/10/allens-3-rushing-touchdowns-lead-north-alabama-to-35-14-win-over-eastern-kentucky/

Micah Parsons takes center stage as his Packers visit the Cowboys a month after trade

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ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Micah Parsons says he has never needed extra motivation going into a football game. The star pass rusher insists that will be no different when his Green Bay Packers visit Dallas on Sunday night, exactly a month after the Cowboys traded Parsons in a blockbuster deal that ended a long and acrimonious stalemate over a contract extension.

“I just feel like my fuel’s always been trying to be the best player,” Parsons said. “When you’ve got a good team and you’ve got to beat them, you’ve got to show up in the prime-time games — that you’ve got to be your best player for yourself, for your team, and everyone there.”

Parsons has recorded 1.5 sacks for the Packers (2-1), while the Cowboys (1-2) have unsurprisingly been left with one of the worst pass rushes in the NFL. Dallas also has the 32nd-ranked pass defense as it prepares to face Green Bay quarterback Jordan Love.

Earlier in the week, Parsons told The Associated Press it would be painful to sack his mentor, Dak Prescott. Surely, that pain will turn to glee if he manages to bring down the franchise quarterback.

“I hope it’s not [painful] for me,” Prescott said. “And I hope he doesn’t get me for one.”

It could be a painful day for Dallas fans who had urged owner Jerry Jones to pay Parsons as the contract issue lingered through training camp and preseason. The trade was contingent upon Parsons agreeing to a $188 million, four-year extension — a $47 million annual average, the highest ever for a non-quarterback in NFL history.

Jones said he believed he had a deal in place with Parsons at $40.5 million per season, which at the time would have made Parsons the first defensive player to surpass $40 million annually. According to Jones, the agreement came during a conversation between the two, and he never engaged Parsons’ agent despite the 2021 AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year’s insistence that David Mulugheta be the final negotiator.

There will surely be plenty of Parsons’ No. 11 Cowboys jerseys at AT&T Stadium, including some doctored in protest against Jones. There will also be a fair share of No. 1 Packers jerseys, with many Green Bay fans anticipating a dominant win — the Packers are favored by a touchdown on the road, according to BetMGM Sportsbook.

Parsons is confident he will receive a warm reception in Dallas and isn’t bothered by Jones’ comment that a video tribute after four seasons with the club isn’t appropriate. Parsons was a two-time All-Pro during his time with the Cowboys.

“I think the world of Micah as an individual and, of course, know him well,” Jones said on his radio show during the week. “I might say, ‘Wish him well,’ except it’s obvious I don’t this weekend in terms of Green Bay winning the game.”
https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/micah-parsons-takes-center-stage-145913500.html