Fantasy Football Week 13: Start 'Em, Sit 'Em

data-mm-id=”_ov8gvuoow”>Welcome to The Big Lead's weekly start 'em, sit 'em column. We are here to dig into the toughest decisions you may be facing for your fantasy matchup in Week 13 of NFL action and give you answers. Some of those answers may even be right!Presenting our Week 13 start 'em, sit 'em calls.Jonathan Taylor, RB, Indianapolis Colts Taylor started slow after he returned from the IR but put together a string of solid performances leading up to the Colts' Week 11 bye. Then he put up his best numbers of the season on Sunday, getting 15 carries for 91 yards and scoring two touchdowns for 21 total fantasy points. It seems like the Taylor of old is back, the guy who won several fantasy leagues all on his own merely two years ago. However, the re…

Pat McAfee Addresses Jimmy Kimmel, Aaron Rodgers Controversy

data-mm-id=”_jkgn57zmq”>Pat McAfee's willingness to let Aaron Rodgers' mind wander wherever it wants on ESPN got everybody involved into scalding water on Tuesday. Rodgers, while hitting his favorite topic of conspiracy theories, suggested that Jimmy Kimmel was associated with Jeffrey Epstein on the eve of the release of the names involved in his court case on Wednesday. He, of course, had zero evidence to back that up and just… said it, apparently without thinking of or expecting consequences. Predictably, Kimmel was very displeased about this, called Rodgers "Aashole," and threatened to sue him. This is a problem for everybody because the New York Jets quarterback was on McAfee's show, which is aired by ESPN, which is owned by Disney, which also owns ABC, w…

Carmelo Anthony Gives Himself Credit for USA Winning Olympic Gold

data-mm-id=”_6am1x5dop”>Can you influence a basketball game from a courtside seat? Even an Olympic gold medal game?Carmelo Anthony certainly thinks so.On his "7PM in Brooklyn" podcast with The Kid Mero, the three-time Olympic gold medalist detailed his impact at the Paris Olympics, where he said he gave timely advice to American players in the United States' 98-87 victory over host France for a fifth-straight Summer Games title."This is really us against the world, and I have to do everything I have to do to give back to this game, to help you win this game," Anthony said. "Whatever I can do, from this perspective over here, I'm gonna do it."“I felt like I was on the team again.”Melo reflects on his viral moment coaching KD, LeBron, and Steph…

Eagles to Remove ‘Counterfeit’ Political Ads Supporting Kamala Harris

data-mm-id=”_xg7y5nm40″>The Philadelphia Eagles announced Monday that the team is working to remove "counterfeit" political advertisements supporting the presidential campaign of Democratic nominee Kamala Harris.In a post on X, the Eagles acknowledged the presence of the ads, which claim the team is in support of Harris. The team's tweet concludes by stating it is "working with our advertising partner to have them removed."We are aware counterfeit political ads are being circulated and are working with our advertising partner to have them removed.— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) September 2, 2024Philadelphians began posting photos of the ads on Monday, wondering if the team had really endorsed Harris as the "official candidate of the Philadelphia Eagles.&…

Man City 1-0 Chelsea: Bernardo Silva makes the difference as Guardiola’s side reach FA Cup final

Bernardo Silva made amends for his midweek penalty miss as holders Manchester City returned to the FA Cup final with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Chelsea.

Silva badly fluffed his lines as City were agonisingly knocked out of the Champions League on penalties by Real Madrid on Wednesday but he was the match winner as they bounced back at Wembley.

The Portugal international turned home the only goal of a tight encounter six minutes from time to keep alive City’s hopes of retaining the domestic double.

Chelsea were left to rue wasting a host of chances, with Nicolas Jackson particularly culpable, on what proved a bad day for the Senegal forward in front of goal. The Londoners were also frustrated not to be awarded a penalty.

City, without the injured Er…

West Ham: Sullivan ‘pushed’ to make ‘major statement’ appointment after Moyes leaves

According to reports, two West Ham United chiefs are pushing David Sullivan to make a statement appointment with David Moyes expected to leave.

Moyes has done a brilliant job since returning to West Ham in 2019 but he is likely to leave in the summer when his contract expires.

Under the Scotsman, the Hammers have become regulars in Europe and they won the Europa Conference League last season.

But a large portion of West Ham s supporters have grown tired of Moyes dull style of play and want a change ahead of next season.

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West Ham are being linked with several potential replacements but Ruben Amorim and Julen Lopetegui are understood to be the leading candidates to replace Moyes in the summer.

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Man Utd: Wilcox ‘influencing’ tactics under Ten Hag after the Dutchman ‘killed the team’

Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag is having his tactics influenced by technical director Jason Wilcox, according to one journalist.

The Red Devils had a promising first campaign under Ten Hag with the Dutchman guiding his side to an FA Cup final, League Cup silverware and a top-four finish in the Premier League.

However, things have not gone to plan this time around with currently eighth in the Premier League with just a game to go, while they were knocked out of Europe before Christmas.

They do have one last shot at success in the FA Cup later this month when they face arch-rivals Man City in the final but Ten Hag will still be facing immense pressure.

His side s performances and results have been disappointing for most of the season with Man Utd legend Rio Fe…

Carlo Ancelotti ‘scolded’ Real Madrid star after ‘lazy’ first half against Borrussia Dortmund

Carlo Ancelotti says he scolded one of his Real Madrid stars at half-time in their Champions League final win over Borussia Dortmund at Wembley as he felt his side had been a little lazy .

Ruthless Real struck twice in the second half, having been outplayed for much of the evening.

The tournament’s most successful team earned yet another trophy as Dani Carvajal and Vinicius Junior scored to .

Ancelotti had warned his Real players on the eve of the final that they would play with fear and they certainly suffered from stage fright for large parts of the game, eventually finding a way to win.

I scolded him a little bit

And the Italian boss – who holds a record five Champions League successes as manager – revealed after the game that he was unhappy …

Man City FFP: Citizens face government intervention as ‘attacked’ City could receive ‘substantial damages’

The government have been tipped to get involved if Man City were to attempt to rejoin the Super League project if their legal battle against the Premier League fails.

Man City s legal challenge against Premier League financial rules will be heard over the next two weeks, which could have hugely significant consequences for the English top flight.

The Premier League champions are challenging the league’s associated party transaction (APT) rules in a hearing which started on Monday and is set to last until June 21.

It is believed will challenge the validity of the rules under UK competition law.

The Times, , said the club were seeking to scrap the rules, which were first introduced in December 2021 following the Saudi-led takeover of Newcastle and were …

Man Utd to ‘go all out’ for Barcelona star as RvN ‘shock plan to terminate Branthwaite deal’ is revealed

Man Utd are ready to turn to Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo after struggling to agree a deal with Everton for Jarrad Branthwaite, according to reports.

The Red Devils have made improving the centre of defence one of their priorities this summer after injury and form saw Erik ten Hag struggle to keep a partnership together.

It is thought that Ten Hag sees Lisandro Martinez as his main starting centre-back next season with the boss hoping to bring in at least one new centre-back to compete to be his new partner.

In the early weeks of summer transfer rumours, Everton defender Branthwaite has emerged as a main target for Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS .

And with Everton reportedly looking for a fee in excess of £70m, Man Utd with Barcelona centre-back Arau…