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The Best in Sports: September 28th, 2020
See the best in sports from September 28, 2020 highlighted by Mahomes>Lamar, MLB Stat Leaders, and Doc Rivers out of LA
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The Chiefs and Ravens squared off for the third time in Patrick Mahomes’ and Lamar Jackson’s young career and one former MVP deeply overshadowed the other. Andy Reid was deeply chasing the AFC’s one seed as the Chiefs brought out all the wild calls. Doc Rivers is out as the head coach in LA and the MLB is gearing up for the beginning of the 2020 postseason.
Here is the best from September 28, 2020:
This MNF matchup was being hyped up as the game of the year and although it got off to a slow start, the game of the year didn’t disappoint. A lot of Chiefs players woke up ready to perform and some key Ravens struggled throughout the night which led to KC’s third consecutive win over Baltimore.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CFssls9FU_3/
With Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson squaring off tonight…
— NFL (@NFL) September 28, 2020
The Top 10 MNF QB Matchups in NFL history! (via @nflthrowback) pic.twitter.com/anSBzxVtIR
All nine total TDs from @Lj_era8 + @PatrickMahomes so far this season!
— NFL (@NFL) September 28, 2020
We might see nine more tonight.
📺: #KCvsBAL -- 8:15pm ET on ESPN
📱: NFL app // Yahoo Sports app pic.twitter.com/xuMqjp1VfH
Related: Games of the Day
When it came to QBs, the battle between Mahomes and Lamar wasn’t even close on MNF as Mahomes came out firing on all cylinders and Lamar was struggling to move the ball down the field. The KC Cannon had all the motivation to outshine Lamar Jackson as he not only lost the MVP in 2019 but was also rated lower by his peers on the NFL 100.
Tonight was basically the most lopsided MVP QB battle ever https://t.co/VV2xfqwMNP
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) September 29, 2020
Mahomes drops back and LAUNCHES to Hardman for SIX! #ChiefsKingdom
— NFL (@NFL) September 29, 2020
📺: #KCvsBAL on ESPN
📱: NFL app // Yahoo Sports app: https://t.co/QjJ5lF3Rg2 pic.twitter.com/uafqFfYYuJ
Couldn't have thrown it better than this.@PatrickMahomes and @Cheetah connect for the TD! #ChiefsKingdom
— NFL (@NFL) September 29, 2020
📺: #KCvsBAL on ESPN
📱: NFL app // Yahoo Sports app: https://t.co/QjJ5lF3Rg2 pic.twitter.com/in5l2VpKPQ
This jump fake from @PatrickMahomes 👀 #ChiefsKingdom
— NFL (@NFL) September 29, 2020
📺: #KCvsBAL on ESPN
📱: NFL app // Yahoo Sports app: https://t.co/QjJ5lF3Rg2 pic.twitter.com/nOZWHzlFWJ
With 9,925 career passing yards, Patrick Mahomes is expected to reach 10K yards in his 34th career game...
— NFL Stats (@NFL_Stats) September 26, 2020
Fastest to 10,000 Passing Yards:
Kurt Warner - 36
Matthew Stafford - 37
Dan Marino - 38
Andrew Luck - 38
Marc Bulger - 38 pic.twitter.com/MBehyenQhm
Related: Players of the Day
The Clippers have a lot of work to do to replace Doc Rivers who has never been fired as an NBA HC and is one of the most influential player coaches in the game. Rivers finishes his Clippers tenure with a 356-208 record (63.1%) and never missed the playoffs in seven years as LA’s Head Coach, but ultimately failed to meet expectations this season while coaching a stacked LAC roster.
Doc Rivers had two years left on his contract, sources tell ESPN. This is a challenging coaching search for Clippers, who are the ultimate win-now team. Among top candidates in the marketplace: Clippers assistant Ty Lue and former Rockets and Knicks coach Jeff Van Gundy. https://t.co/Ov02RYNbK9
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) September 28, 2020
Doc Rivers was one of the most important people in the bubble. Players constantly looked to him for guidance and he was a prominent voice in advancing the NBA’s role in the fight for social justice. Always thoughtful and always kind. Wishing him the best post-clippers https://t.co/wrXac5faHA
— Taylor Rooks (@TaylorRooks) September 28, 2020
Related: NBA Headlines
The greatest offensive mind in NFL history knew how important this victory would be for potentially finishing with the No.1 seed and the only Playoff BYE in the AFC and completely dialed up the Ravens elite defense in a relatively lopsided performance.
Mahomes with the underhand toss to Anthony Sherman! 😱
— NFL (@NFL) September 29, 2020
Touchdown, @Chiefs! #ChiefsKingdom
📺: #KCvsBAL on ESPN
📱: NFL app // Yahoo Sports app: https://t.co/QjJ5lF3Rg2 pic.twitter.com/PfuuTxMN9B
BIG MAN TD 🚨@Chiefs LT Eric Fisher grabs his first career TD! #ChiefsKingdom
— NFL (@NFL) September 29, 2020
📺: #KCvsBAL on ESPN
📱: NFL app // Yahoo Sports app: https://t.co/QjJ5lF3Rg2 pic.twitter.com/9UgpT1LpQf
Related: NFL Inside the Game
The 2020 MLB season is officially over as all 30 ball clubs have played their 60 games and 16 await their postseason fate. With this being the first 60-game season in MLB History, everyone expected to see some surprising stat leaders and that prediction definitely didn’t disappoint.
MLB's statistical leaders during 2020's 60-game season https://t.co/VsnSVKgVDB
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) September 29, 2020
Related: MLB Facts to Know
Former Texas Longhorn Devin Duvernay showed his big-play ability by getting the Ravens on the board with a long Kick Return TD that marked the only KR-TD of 2020 so far. Duvernay scored the only Ravens TD in the first half and is the only reason Baltimore stood a chance for as long as they did.
DEVIN DUVERNAY. 93 YARDS TO THE HOUSE. #RavensFlock
— NFL (@NFL) September 29, 2020
📺: #KCvsBAL on ESPN
📱: NFL app // Yahoo Sports app: https://t.co/QjJ5lF3Rg2 pic.twitter.com/mbtecLBWDm
Related: Baltimore Ravens Highlights
The Chiefs defense was highly underrated coming into the season and Steve Spagnuolo’s group shutdown one of the most prolific offenses with Lamar under helm. KC’s defense was led by highlight plays from Chris Jones strip sack and the ability of the Chiefs corners to lockdown Baltimore despite multiple injuries.
Chris Jones doing what he does best. #ChiefsKingdom
— NFL (@NFL) September 29, 2020
📺: #KCvsBAL on ESPN
📱: NFL app // Yahoo Sports app: https://t.co/QjJ5lF3Rg2 pic.twitter.com/gHbjB9hHA5
Chiefs top CB's with another near shutout, similar to Week 1 https://t.co/vqh28J466l
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) September 29, 2020
Related: NFL Facts to Know
Lamar Jackson won the 2019 MVP thanks to his overall abilities as a QB, but his rare productivity with his feet is what makes NFL defenses so worrisome of Big Truzz. Even in a disappointing performance, Lamar made some highlight plays worthy of recognition.
Lamar's already got the burners turned on. 🔥 @lj_era8 #RavensFlock
— NFL (@NFL) September 29, 2020
📺: #KCvsBAL on ESPN
📱: NFL app // Yahoo Sports app: https://t.co/QjJ5lF3Rg2 pic.twitter.com/gloCjqd0Ng
THE JUKE
— Baltimore Ravens (@Ravens) September 29, 2020
Watch live: https://t.co/m5ero1Nffu pic.twitter.com/4kNux31wrr
Related: NFL Throwback
Two big bodied Defensive Lineman went down with Biceps injuries that will most likely cost them the rest of the season. Longtime Tennessee Titan Jurrell Casey was traded this offseason to Denver and Matt Ioannidis was in the first year of his three year extension.
It’s a biceps tear for Jurrell Casey, source said. His 2020 is likely over. https://t.co/japsSEURGy
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 28, 2020
We have placed Matt Ioannidis on IR and elevated DE Nate Orchard.
— Washington Commanders (@Commanders) September 29, 2020
Related: Denver Broncos Future Outlooks / Kansas Chiefs Future Outlooks
The Atlanta Falcons cannot get anything going in the second half of football games and maybe fans can assist with keeping this team together. The Falcons joined the cause of NFL franchises that are slowly but surely opening their stadiums up for fans. As more teams find success with keeping COVID out of their facilities, other teams continue to join ship that could potentially have all 32 squads hosting fans by the end of the season.
We will host fans in a limited capacity beginning October 11.
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) September 22, 2020
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Related: NFL Season Review
B/R: Difference Making Trade Targets for Each NBA Team This Offseason
Most Valuable Content: Perfect Trade Target for Every NBA Team This Offseason by @AndrewDBailey https://t.co/HDPvnrCKvh
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) September 29, 2020
Most Valuable Intel: The Brooklyn Nets have gone all-in on a championship for the second time in the franchise’s short history and Kyrie Irving explained this team needs another piece. Jrue Holiday could be the perfect two-way player Brooklyn is looking for even though Holiday is listed at 6’3, he can guard positions 1-3 at an elite level and could take a lot of pressure off Kyrie and KD on both ends of the floor.
Related: What’s Hot
Kansas City Chiefs vs. Baltimore Ravens
Related: Games of the Day
#PlayerOfTheDay (9/28/20) - QB Patrick Mahomes, KC
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) September 29, 2020
FACTS TO KNOW:
- Fastest ever w/ 10,000 career PASS YD (34 GP)
- 3-0 against Lamar; Ravens 21-1 vs. all other opponents
- Largest PASS YDS difference ever in battle of MVP QBs
- 4th career game of 5+ total TD (includes playoffs) https://t.co/5Jhk9OEzd3
Related: Players of the Day
The greatest start to a NFL career ever.
Patrick Mahomes just became the fastest QB to throw for over 10,000 yards, doing so in just 34 career starts.#ChiefsKingdom pic.twitter.com/zjGEscN6fp
— CBS Sports HQ (@CBSSportsHQ) September 29, 2020
Related: Facts of the Day
FULL ARTICLE: Most Significant Sports History on September 28th
YEAR: 2019
SIGNIFICANCE: Pete Alonso’s 53rd HR set a new single-season rookie home run record
Related: Sports History
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