Monday Minute: Mayfield’s Hot Pants, College Football Chaos + Wild Card Race

As we kick off a new week, let’s take a moment to recap an eventful weekend in the sports world and look ahead at what’s coming up. From surprising victories to hilarious moments, there’s plenty to discuss!

Joe Flacco Steals the Show

This weekend, veteran quarterback Joe Flacco stepped in for the injured Anthony Richardson, helping the Indianapolis Colts (NFL - National Football League) secure a win against the Pittsburgh Steelers, handing them their first loss of the season. In a humorous post-game interview, Flacco revealed he’s only eight days older than Richardson’s mom, leading him to believe he might not be perceived as "cool" by the young quarterback. But hey, a win is a win!

College Football Upsets and Celebrations

Kentucky pulled off a thrilling upset against Ole Miss in college football, igniting wild celebrations that included coach Mark Stoops crowd surfing in the locker room and fans lighting couches on fire. Over in Alabama, the much-anticipated showdown between Alabama and Georgia lived up to the hype, with Bama taking an early lead before Georgia mounted a comeback (but not a win), creating a flurry of reactions on social media.

Baker Mayfield’s Halftime Humor

Sunday’s game featured an amusing moment when Erin Andrews interviewed Tampa Bay Buccaneers Baker Mayfield about his performance in the humid Tampa weather, a remnant of the hurricane. His simple yet relatable response? “I changed my pants at halftime.” Let’s face it; we’ve all been there!

MLB Regular Season Wrap-Up

With the Major League Baseball regular season-ending yesterday, all eyes are on today’s delayed doubleheader between the New York Mets and the Atlanta Braves, both vying for wild card spots. The stakes are high as they battle it out for postseason positioning, with the wild card series starting Tuesday. Here’s how it works:

  • If they split the series, both teams clinch a wild card spot, but the Arizona Diamondbacks out 

  • Braves win both: Braves and D-backs clinch

  • Mets win both: Mets and D-backs clinch

President’s Cup Victory

In golf news, Team USA celebrated their 10th straight President’s Cup victory, showcasing their dominance in this biennial tournament against the International team (excluding Europe). It’s been an exciting week for golf fans as the US continues proving its global domination.

Looking Ahead: Monday Night Football

Tonight, we have two Monday Night Football games lined up. Keep an eye on the late game featuring the Detroit Lions, who are bringing back their throwback black uniforms. The earlier matchup pits the Tennessee Titans against the Miami Dolphins.

A Fun Note: Fat Bear Week

And don't forget to participate in Fat Bear Week at Katmai National Park in Alaska! This unique event lets you vote for the bears as they bulk up for hibernation, bringing a bit of fun and excitement to the wildlife scene.

As we dive into another exciting week of sports, remember to stay tuned for all the latest updates and insights. If you want more details on anything we discussed today, visit lastnightsgame.com and follow us on social media. Have a fantastic week ahead!


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