Browns Win Triggers Raiders to Dump Coach
The Cleveland Browns’ 24-10 win on Sunday was the final nail in the coffin for Las Vegas Raiders offensive coordinator Chip Kelly.
The loss dropped the Raiders to 2-9. Las Vegas has averaged a league-worst 15.0 points per game. The Raiders
“I spoke with Chip Kelly earlier this evening and informed him of his release as offensive coordinator of the Raiders. I would like to thank Chip for his service and wish him all the best in the future,” Raiders coach Pete Carroll said in a statement.
The win snapped a three-game losing streak for the Browns, who improved to 3-8 this season. It also took some pressure off their own coaching staff, led by Kevin Stefanski, who have been under fire in recent weeks with the losses piling up.
Browns Star Myles Garrett Piles Up More Sacks
The Raiders were the latest team to feel the wrath of Defensive Player of the Year frontrunner Myles Garrett. He had three sacks against the Raiders, bringing his season total to 18. Garrett
Garrett has the record in his sights but is more focused on getting wins.
“If God wills it, I’ll go get it,” Garrett said after the game. “Hopefully sooner rather than later. I want it to come in a win. I want to have a chance to play some games in January and February. We got to win out and hope some things go our way. It would be great. But we have a lot more pressing things to deal with.”
The Browns also got a solid game out of rookie Mason Graham, who helped make life uncomfortable for Smith.
“He’s going to start turning those pressures and those hits into sacks,” Garrett said. “We know he will and I’m looking forward to seeing how he does the rest of the season.”
Browns Don’t Name Starting Quarterback
Someone else who might be losing their job after the Browns’ victory is Dillon Gabriel. The rookie QB is sidelined with a concussion and Shedeur Sanders started in his place. Sanders’ starting debut was far from perfect but he provided chunk plays — something the Browns offense was missing. Sanders finished with 209 yards with a touchdown and an interception.
It was a big improvement for Sanders after he floundered for a half against the Baltimore Ravens. Sanders had just 47 yards and an interception in that game. The Browns now face a decision on who will be the starter moving forward once Gabriel is cleared to return. Stefanski was
“I’m not going to get into that. Obviously proud of him and proud of this offense. But I’m just going to worry about today,” Stefanski said. “I’m always going to take my time and do what’s best for the football team.”
The Browns will face the San Francisco 49ers next week at home.
'Who Was Late to Help?' – Udonis Haslem Reveals Near Fight With Heat Coach in 2011 Finals
Fans still remember the iconic showdown between the
There was a lot of talk that the Heat would take over the Finals. They were younger, more athletic and had James. The Mavericks had an aging roster featuring Jason Kidd, Jason Terry, Shawn Marion and Tyson Chandler. But experience proved to be the winning formula for Dallas.
On Saturday’s episode of “NBA on Prime Video,” host Taylor Rooks opened an old wound for Haslem when she asked about the defensive lapse that the Heat had in Game 2. Rooks asked the German legend which player was late to help when he drove to the basket and made a lafty layup.
“Game two of the 2011 finals. Game is tied in the final seconds. You drove to the basket for the game-winning finger roll. Who was late to help on defense?” Rooks asked.
According to the 2011 Finals MVP, it was Udonis Haslem, since he was the one under the basket. Following his answer, the Heat legend opened up about what went wrong during that defensive possession.
“Now, let me tell the story since you want to bring it up,” Haslem said. “Me and Erik Spoelstra almost got in a fist fight. That was supposed to be my defensive assignment. And right before we came out of the huddle, Spo said, ‘
Chris Bosh, you take Dirk.’ I was pissed off from that point on. Yeah, I was late cuz I should have been on Dirk the whole time.”
Haslem and the Heat made the most of the following year, beating the
Udonis Haslem addressed the recent increase in player injuries
The number of players injured in the 2025-26 NBA season is concerning. Some have blamed the league’s scheduling as the source of player injuries. However, Udonis Haslem disagreed with that take. According to him, how players prepare ahead of the gueling season is likely the cause of the injuries.
“I understand the scheduling situation and that’s something you can’t control,” said Haslem. “But as players, and I’ve said this before, we always focus on the things that we can’t control. What can we control? How we prepare for the season.”
Teams and players must have more time to prepare, Haslem continued. This is to make sure their bodies are in peak condition, since the fast-paced system of today’s game potentially contributes to the injuries.
