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There have been 155 games in NFL history where a running back has rushed for at least 200 yards. While Cook’s demolition of the Steelers on “Thursday Night Football” might not be a single-game record, it does stand out in the history books. Cook powered the Vikings to a 36-28 win as he rushed for 205 yards on 27 carries and two touchdowns. His star performance came just a week after he was held out due to a dislocated shoulder....

This slump came amidst plenty of turmoil within the franchise’s management and trade talks, but superstar Damian Lillard seemed to have had enough. NBA League Pass: Sign up to unlock live out-of-market games (7-day free trial) After looking upset pregame, the six-time All-Star delivered a vintage performance in the comfortable 125-116 home win. Lillard started the onslaught early, scoring or assisting on 21 of the team’s 41 first-quarter points. Thus, helping the Trail Blazers jump to a 20-point lead early....

He started making his name in wrestling while he was in college, compiling a staggering record of 181-1. His only loss came in the NCAA finals in his senior year at Iowa State University. An optimist by nature, Dan Gable allegedly said, “then I got good,” following his first loss. Unsurprisingly, Dan Gable’s professional wrestling career was as successful as his years in college. His campaign at the 1972 Munich Olympics made history as he captured the gold medal without surrendering a single point....

The Yankees continue to strike out lately, and Gray has a great matchup against the Mets offense. Not far behind, Danny Salazar against the Twins looks good. The ever-reliant Brad Peacock unfortunately plays in the lone afternoon game at Arizona. As you drop farther down in the rankings, there are some tough spots for great pitchers. Madison Bumgarner has a tough test against the hot-hitting Marlins, and Alex Wood, even with the favorable matchup, is struggling to miss bats....

With most of the aces cleared from the deck yesterday, the pitcher rankings aren’t nearly as top-heavy Monday. Jeff Samardzija stands out at the clear-cut top option against the Braves, but that means he’s also going to be very heavily owned. MORE FANTASY: Prospect rankings | Waiver wire On light-pitching days like this, it’s OK to fade the top option or two because you’re only betting against one or two guys, not several top-shelf aces like we had Sunday....

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BUY ‘EM Nick Markakis ($5,314) has enjoyed facing Ivan Nova in his career, batting 11-for-34 (.324) with three doubles and a home run against him. Matt Wieters ($5,875) has fared even better, batting .379 (11-for-29) with three doubles and four home runs against Nova. Ryan Howard ($5,758) has not had much problem facing Kyle Lohse in his career. Howard is 10-for-22 (.450) with two home runs against Lohse. Matt Carpenter ($5,956) is 11-for-19 (....

Manchester United plotting double swoop for Alderweireld and Willian The Sun reports that Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has identified Tottenham’s Toby Alderweireld and Chelsea’s Willian as two targets that he wants to sign this summer. The United boss wants to bolster his defence with a solid and tried and tested defender in the Premier League and Alderweireld fits the bill perfectly. He has also identified the lack of quality down the flanks at United and wants to link up with his former signing Willian....

According to Jane Slater of NFL Network, the Cowboys’ offer is worth between $33 million and $35 million a year with over $100 million guaranteed. While there are no details over the length of the proposed contract, it was previously reported the Cowboys were determined to sign their quarterback to a five-year extension. While Prescott and the franchise are yet to resume negotiations, the contract is widely expected to be Dallas’ final offer....

Johnson has previously revealed what it was really like to work with Depp. Unlike Jason Momoa and Patrick Wilson, who have seemingly refrained from commenting on their Aquaman co-star Heard entirely, Johnson had no issue talking about her co-star Depp, who she worked with on the Netflix crime drama Black Mass. RELATED: Stranger Things Star Winona Ryder Defends Johnny Depp Against Amber Heard’s Accusations In fact, while speaking to Vanity Fair’s Krista Smith in 2015, she admitted that acting alongside him was “the most gratifying” thing that she’s ever done, and that the experience was “inspiring” for her....

On the one hand, Junior Nation was disappointed to learn that Dale Jr. will not race again this season as he continues to recover from a concussion from crashes in June and July. After missing six races, Junior will follow the advice of his doctors and sit out the final 12 events.. He will miss the Chase for the fifth time in his career and finish winless for a sixth time....

The National Guard announced Wednesday night that it would not continue its motorsports sponsorships. Hendrick Motorsports issued a statement saying it had a deal for 2015 but had not been contacted about any changes. MORE: National Guard making big mistake | Potential Earnhardt sponsors | Gordon sponsors | Allmendinger sponsor Typically deals have termination clauses, and it is likely that with the National Guard being a government entity reliant on year-to-year budget approvals from Congress that it would have an out if its funding was reduced....

Earnhardt Jr. stars in a new Funny or Die video that reboots the show “Knight Rider” only Kitt isn’t quite as adventurous or helpful as the previous iteration. THE CHASE: Drivers needing wins | Best photos from AAA 400 Cramping Jr.’s style on a date? Poor form, Kitt.

Danny Blind oversaw a sapping 2-0 loss to Bulgaria on Saturday, which left the country that finished second and third respectively at the past two World Cups in danger of missing out on a second consecutive major tournament. Having replaced Guus Hiddink during the Oranje’s ill-fated bid to reach Euro 2016, Danny Blind departs with Netherlands fourth in Group A – six points behind leaders France. Daley Blind played 90 minutes in Sofia as Spas Delev’s first-half brace gave Bulgaria the points and, following his father’s dismissal on Sunday, he reacted on Instagram....

The 82nd Annual General Meeting of the CAB at the Eden Gardens was a drab affair with the official panel winning unchallenged. Subir Ganguly and Sujan Mukherjee continued to be the joint secretaries, while Biswarup Dey would remain the treasurer. Even last year, Dalmiya faced a challenger in his age-old rival Samar Pal, but had little difficulty in sailing though 104-14. Seventy three year old Dalmiya, a former International Cricket Council chief, has been heading the cash-rich CAB since 1993, except for a 19-month hiatus after he resigned in December 2006 on being expelled from the Board of Control for Cricket in India for alleged embezzlement of funds....

Using a private detective to investigate a political rival is hardly new. After all, 25 years ago the Nixon White House dispatched a gumshoe to fish for details about Chappaquiddick. But in growing numbers, candidates at all levels are moving beyond standard “opposition research” techniques – the thorough examination of public records – to hire high-priced professional investigators to collect even more damaging data on their opponents. Some of their muckraking uncovers real scandal, but their work is not without controversy: three years ago, PI Fellner was accused of digging for dirt by absconding with a British businessman’s garbage....

Rooney gave the update on the NFL player’s condition to ESPN on Wednesday and noted Hamlin remains sedated. His update comes after Rob Butler, Hamlin’s agent, told ESPN on Tuesday night that Hamlin’s oxygen levels had improved. Hamlin, 24, is in the intensive care unit at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he was transported after he went into cardiac arrest on the field during the first quarter of the Bills’ Monday night game against the Cincinnati Bengals....

Only the Nationals and Cubs play during the afternoon today, so we will ignore that game for our DFS Playbook. That leaves a hefty, 14-game slate for our enjoyment tonight. MORE: Prospect rankings | NFL rookie rankings | Play FanDuel! Daily fantasy baseball picks There are two games with possible weather conditions. I love the Yankees tonight and am going to begin the day under the idea that the game will be played (40-percent chance of rain)....

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Blake Griffin is expected to play tonight against the Lakers, but he could be on a minutes restriction. That’s not ideal for DFS contests. Fortunately, there are plenty more great options for your FanDuel lineups, starting with the highest priced guys, James Harden and LeBron James. If you’re looking to save money for these guys, punt at center and look for value at a SF spot. MORE DAILY FANTASY: Optimal NBA Lineup | MLB DFS Playbook | Play FanDuel NBA!...