Author: Steve Gardner, USA TODAY

In jail awaiting trial on solicitation charges, Felipe Vazquez accused of 21 more counts involving child pornography and unlawful contact with minor.

Former Philadelphia Phillies manager Gabe Kapler takes over for Bruce Bochy as the new San Francisco Giants skipper.

With RB Devonta Freeman sidelined, the Atlanta Falcons turn to Brian Hill; Niners WR Deebo Samuel should see increase in targets in Week 11.

Ralphie V’s 12-year tenure as Colorado’s live mascot is coming to an end due to safety concerns. Ralphie was running too fast for her handlers.

Injuries open the door to increased targets, touches for Colts WR Zach Pascal, Cardinals RB Kenyan Drake, Steelers RB Jaylen Samuels.

Cardinals acquisition of RB Kenyan Drake comes at a convenient time with other backs nursing injuries; TE Ryan Griffin a new weapon for Texans.

It’s not often a rookie with almost no postseason experience steps into the spotlight and has the game of his life. But that’s what José Urquidy did.

With Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers coming off a six-TD game, he and RB Aaron Jones are in the fantasy top five at their positions in Week 8.

Houston Astros ace Gerrit Cole struck out 14 and shut out the Washington Nationals 4-0 in Game 1 of USA TODAY Sports annual Simulated World Series.

Minnesota Vikings workhorse Dalvin Cook holds the No. 1 spot in this week’s running back rankings; top QB Russell Wilson takes aim at Ravens.