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Bank of America sells $865 in Nuveen municipal fund stockEvery December, the Philippines observes National Volunteer Month (NVM), a time to honor the selfless contributions of individuals and groups who dedicate their time and effort to uplift communities. Volunteering embodies the bayanihan spirit — a cornerstone of Filipino culture — showing how collective action and generosity transform lives. Volunteering is a reciprocal act that benefits both the giver and the receiver. For the receiver, it provides immediate relief, resources, or services they may not otherwise access. It could mean a meal for the hungry, shelter for the homeless, or education for underprivileged children. For the giver, volunteering fosters a sense of purpose, enhances skills, and builds empathy. Research shows that acts of kindness improve mental health, reduce stress, and create lasting connections. The holiday season in the Philippines is filled with opportunities to share blessings with those in need. Across the country, communities organize programs to assist vulnerable groups, including gift-giving drives, feeding programs, and disaster recovery efforts. Organizations like Gawad Kalinga, Caritas Manila, and the Philippine Red Cross offer opportunities for volunteers to participate. Local churches, barangay councils, and youth groups also host initiatives like medical missions, livelihood workshops, and community clean-ups. The spirit of volunteerism in the Philippines dates back to pre-colonial times, with the tradition of bayanihan — neighbors coming together to help move houses or complete communal tasks. Over the years, this ethos has been institutionalized. The Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA), established in 1964, has played a pivotal role in promoting and coordinating volunteer efforts across the nation. For the celebration, the PNVSCA is assisted by a National Volunteer Month Steering Committee in organizing the event. NVM activities are many, among them organizing events, mobilizing volunteers for humanitarian, social services and technical assistance, and conducting information campaigns to build public awareness on the role volunteerism plays in social, economic, and political development of the country. Some of the most significant volunteer initiatives include the response to Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) in 2013, where thousands of volunteers joined international and local organizations to provide relief and rebuild devastated areas. Another notable example is the barangay-based disaster risk reduction and management program, which trains locals to respond to calamities proactively. Volunteerism is not only in the field of disaster response and social welfare. Professionals in engineering, information technology, and other fields can also make significant contributions. One of the biggest organizations moving volunteers is the Philippine Red Cross, one of the largest humanitarian organizations, which mobilizes thousands of volunteers during disasters and emergencies. Another is Gawad Kalinga which has engaged over a million volunteers in building homes and sustainable communities for the poor. On an international scale, groups like Habitat for Humanity Philippines and UN Volunteers also bring together Filipinos and global citizens to address pressing social issues. Volunteering transcends material aid; it is an act of love and solidarity. It reminds us that we are interconnected and that collective action can bring hope where there is despair. By volunteering, individuals contribute to nation-building, address social inequalities, and inspire others to act. This month, we are called to embody the bayanihan spirit. Whether through small acts of kindness or large-scale efforts, volunteering is a gift that changes lives—including your own. Start by reaching out to organizations, joining community programs, or simply extending a helping hand. Together, we can make the season of giving more meaningful for all.New Orleans Pelicans Have a Grizzlies-type Decision to Make
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By Anna Helhoski, NerdWallet The battle to get here was certainly an uphill one, but people are generally feeling better about the economy and their finances than they once did. On top of that, the economy has been easing into an ideal, Goldilocks-like position — not running too hot or cooling too quickly. Throughout 2024, consumer sentiment data showed people were fairly positive about the economy and their own finances, even if there’s remaining frustration over elevated prices compared to four years ago. Looking ahead, households are feeling more optimistic about their personal finances in the next year, as the share of those expecting to be in a better financial situation a year from now hit its highest level since February 2020. Combine positive personal vibes with a strong economic picture and it looks like 2024 wasn’t so bad for consumers, after all. But that doesn’t mean there weren’t bumps in the road or potential roadblocks ahead. To cap off the year, NerdWallet writers reflect on the top trends in personal finance and the economy this year — and what they think might be ahead in 2025. Elizabeth Renter, NerdWallet’s economist What happened: In 2024, U.S. consumers have proven resilient following a period of high inflation and ongoing high interest rates. Wage growth has been strong, owing in part to rising productivity. This has driven robust spending throughout the year, which has kept the economy growing at a healthy pace. The labor market has remained steady, though cooler than 2023, and price growth continues to moderate towards the Federal Reserve’s 2% inflation goal. What’s ahead: Barring significant changes to economic policy and significant shocks, the U.S. economy is expected to grow at a moderate rate in the coming year. Inflation will continue to moderate and the labor market will remain relatively healthy, all due in part to continued slow and deliberate rate cuts from the Fed. However, there are risks to this path. Higher tariffs and tighter immigration policies are likely, but the extent of these changes are yet unclear. The potential policy scenarios are many, and the economic outcomes complex. Increased tariffs are generally inflationary, and stricter immigration policies could impact the labor supply and economic growth. Consumers and small business owners with their eyes to the new year should focus on the things within their control. Margarette Burnette, consumer banking and savings writer What happened: High-yield savings accounts and certificates of deposit offered elevated rates in 2024, rewarding savers with strong returns. Following the Federal Reserve rate cuts in the second half of the year, high-yield accounts had modest rate decreases, but they continued to outperform traditional savings accounts and CDs. What’s ahead: We’re watching for further Federal Reserve rate cuts, which could lead to more decreases in savings rates. Sara Rathner, credit cards writer What happened: Credit card debt levels hit record highs, with consumers turning to credit cards to pay for necessities. While the economy is doing well, many individuals have struggled to make ends meet, as incomes haven’t kept up with certain costs. What’s ahead: We may see some policy and regulation changes with the incoming administration that could affect folks when it comes to credit cards, debt and consumer protections. Ryan Brady, small business writer What happened : New businesses continued to blossom in 2024 as business applications remained well above pre-pandemic levels. Confidence in the future state of the U.S. economy also spiked after the presidential election, but that optimism was tempered by concerns over rising costs and labor quality. What’s ahead: All eyes are on the incoming administration as small-business owners brace for turbulence resulting from potential tariffs, tax policy changes and dismantled government regulations. We’re also watching the possibility of interest rate cuts in 2025 and small-business owners’ growing reliance on new technologies, such as AI. Holden Lewis, mortgages writer What happened: Home buyers struggled with elevated mortgage rates, rising house prices and a shortage of homes for sale. On top of that, a new rule required buyers to negotiate their agents’ commissions. What’s ahead: The Federal Reserve is expected to cut short-term interest rates, but mortgage rates might not necessarily fall by a similar amount. Buyers will probably have more properties to choose from, and the greater supply should keep prices from rising a lot. Interest rates on home equity loans and lines of credit should fall, making it less expensive to borrow to fix up homes — either to sell, or to make the home more comfortable and efficient. Sam Taube, investing writer What happened: The stock market had a great year. The S&P 500 is up more than 25% due to falling interest rates, fading recession fears, AI hype, and the possibility of lighter taxes and regulations under the new administration. Cryptocurrency also saw big gains in 2024; the price of Bitcoin crossed the $100,000 mark for the first time in December. What’s ahead: A lot depends on how fast the Fed reduces rates in 2025. Another key unknown is Trump’s second term. Regulatory rollbacks, such as those he has proposed for the banking industry, could juice stock prices — but they also could create systemic risks in the economy. His proposed tariffs could also hurt economic growth (and therefore stock prices). Finally, it remains to be seen whether trendy AI stocks, such as NVIDIA, can continue their momentum into next year. It’s the same story with crypto: How long will this bull market last? Caitlin Constantine, assistant assigning editor, insurance What happened: Many people saw their home and auto insurance premiums skyrocket in 2024. In some states, homeowners are finding it harder to even find policies in the first place. Meanwhile, life insurance rates have started to decrease post-pandemic. We also saw more insurers offering online-only policies that don’t require a medical exam. What’s ahead: Auto and home insurance costs will likely continue to rise, although auto premiums may not rise as dramatically as they have over the past few years. And if you’re in the market for life insurance, expect to see competitive life insurance quotes and more customizable policies. Eliza Haverstock, student loans writer What happened: Borrowers received historic student loan relief, but lawsuits derailed an income-driven repayment plan used by 8 million whose payments are indefinitely paused. Uncertainty will carry into 2025 as a result of the presidential administration change. What’s ahead: Trump has pledged to overhaul higher education and rein in student loan relief. The fate of the SAVE repayment plan, student loan forgiveness options, FAFSA processing and more remain in the balance. Meghan Coyle, assistant assigning editor, travel What happened: People are willing to pay more for big and small luxuries while traveling, and airlines and hotels are taking note. Many airlines raised checked bag fees early in 2024, credit card issuers and airlines invested in renovated airport lounges, and major hotel companies continued to add luxury properties and brands to their loyalty programs. What’s ahead: Southwest will say goodbye to its open seating policy and introduce new extra-legroom seats, a major departure for the airline. Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines will unveil a unified loyalty program in 2025. Spirit Airlines may attempt to merge with another airline again after its 2024 bankruptcy filing and two failed mergers under President Biden’s administration. Travelers will find that they’ll have to pay a premium to enjoy most of the upgrades airlines and hotels are making. Laura McMullen, assistant assigning editor, personal finance What happened: This year, dynamic pricing expanded beyond concerts and travel to online retailers and even fast-food restaurants. This practice of prices changing based on real-time supply and demand received plenty of backlash from consumers and prompted the Federal Trade Commission to investigate how companies use consumers’ data to set prices. What’s ahead: Beyond an expansion of dynamic pricing — perhaps with added oversight — expect subscription models to become more prevalent and demand for sustainable products to grow. Shannon Bradley, autos writer What happened: New-car prices held steady in 2024 but remained high after a few years of sharp increases — the average new car now sells for about $48,000, and for the first time ever the price gap between new and used cars surpassed $20,000 (average used-car prices are now slightly more than $25,000). Overall, the car market returned to being in the buyer’s favor, as new-car inventories reached pre-pandemic levels, manufacturer incentives began making a comeback and auto loan interest rates started to decline. What’s ahead: The future of the car market is uncertain and depends on policies implemented by the incoming administration. Questions surround the impact of possible tariffs on car prices, whether auto loan rates will continue to drop, and if federal tax credits will still be available for electric vehicle buyers. Jackie Veling, personal loans writer What happened: Buy now, pay later continued to be a popular payment choice for U.S. shoppers, even while facing headwinds, like an interpretive ruling from the CFPB (which determined BNPL should be regulated the same as credit cards) and Apple’s discontinuation of its popular Apple Pay Later product. Large players like Affirm, Klarna and Afterpay continued to offer interest-free, pay-in-four plans at most major retailers, along with long-term plans for larger purchases. What’s ahead: Though more regulation had been widely anticipated in 2025, the change in administration suggests the CFPB will play a less active role in regulating BNPL products. For this reason, and its continued strength in the market, BNPL will likely keep growing. Taryn Phaneuf, news writer What happened: Easing inflation was a bright spot in 2024. In June, the consumer price index fell below 3% for the first time in three years. Consumers saw prices level off or decline for many goods, including for groceries, gas and new and used vehicles. But prices haven’t fallen far enough or broadly enough to relieve the pinch many households feel. What’s ahead: The new and higher tariffs proposed by the Trump administration could reignite inflation on a wide range of goods. Taryn Phaneuf, news writer What happened: Rent prices remain high, but annual rent inflation slowed significantly compared to recent years, staying around 3.5% for much of 2024, according to Zillow, a real estate website that tracks rents. A wave of newly constructed rental units on the market seems to be helping ease competition among renters and forcing landlords to offer better incentives for signing a lease. What’s ahead: If it continues, a softening rental market could work in renters’ favor. But construction is one of several industries that could see a shortage of workers if the Trump administration follows through on its promise to deport undocumented immigrants. A shortage of workers would mean fewer houses and apartments could be built. Anna Helhoski, news writer What happened: After a contentious presidential campaign, former President Donald Trump declared victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. While on the campaign trail, Trump promised to lower inflation, cut taxes, enact tariffs, weaken the power of the Federal Reserve, deport undocumented immigrants and more. Many economists have said Trump’s proposals, if enacted, would likely be inflationary. In Congress, Republicans earned enough seats to control both houses. What’s ahead: It’s unclear which campaign promises Trump will fulfill on his own and with the support of the new Congress. He has promised a slew of “day one” actions that could lead to higher prices, including across-the-board tariffs and mass deportations. Most recently, Trump pledged to enact 20% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, as well as an additional 10% tariff on China. He has also promised to extend or make permanent the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act; many of its provisions expire by the end of 2025. Anna Helhoski, news writer What happened: Fiscal year 2023-2024’s funding saga finally came to an end in March, then six months later, the battle to fund the fiscal year 2024-2025 began. The Biden Administration waged its own war against junk fees . Antitrust enforcers pushed back against tech giants like Amazon, Apple, Google, and Meta; prevented the Kroger-Albertsons merger; nixed the Jet Blue-Spirit Airlines merger; and moved to ban noncompete agreements. The Supreme Court rejected a challenge to the constitutionality of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, as well as a challenge to abortion pill access. SCOTUS also overruled its landmark Chevron case, which means every federal regulatory agency’s power to set and enforce its own rules are now weaker. What’s ahead: The election’s red sweep means the GOP will control the executive and legislative branches of government. They’ll face the threat of at least one more potential government shutdown; a debt ceiling drama comeback; and the beginning of the debate over extending or making permanent provisions of the expiring 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. More From NerdWallet Anna Helhoski writes for NerdWallet. Email: anna@nerdwallet.com. Twitter: @AnnaHelhoski. The article What Trended in Personal Finance in 2024? originally appeared on NerdWallet .
Georgia police fire tear gas, water cannons at pro-EU protestersAnna Kane, the former wife of NHL player Evander Kane, has revealed her identity as one of the accusers in a sexual assault lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs. Court documents unveiled her name after a judge required her to amend her lawsuit if she wished to proceed, TMZ has reported. Who Is Anna Kane? There isn't much public information about Anna Kane. She rose to prominence for her marriage to Edmonton Oilers star Evander Kane in 2018. She accused Evander Kane of transgressions against her and posted several screenshots of her exchanges with the Oilers star on social media, including Evander Kane being a gambling addict. The NHL launched an investigation into Evander Kane after that. She filed for divorce in July 2021 and the couple had a child together. Anna Kane's Accusations Against Diddy According to TMZ, Kane's complaint claims that in 2003, when she was seventeen years old, Diddy sexually assaulted her. She states that after a meeting in Detroit, Harve Pierre, the head of Bad Boy Entertainment, invited her to New York, which is when the incident happened. According to Kane, Pierre called her "hot," brought up Diddy, and offered to put her on a private plane so she could meet the music tycoon. Kane said that after being brought to a recording studio in New York, where she was given booze and narcotics, she was assaulted. According to her, Diddy reportedly assaulted her against her will in a restroom after taking her there. As proof of her claim, Kane also published pictures of the studio meeting. She said she was the girl in the pictures, even though her face is blurred, according to TMZ. In a statement released to TMZ through her attorney, Doug Wigdor, Kane said she would continue to pursue justice. "Defendants' demand that I use my name was an attempt to intimidate me," she stated. "I am not intimidated. I am prepared to proceed and hold accountable those who have harmed me." Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from US Buzz, World and around the world.
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Every December, the Philippines observes National Volunteer Month (NVM), a time to honor the selfless contributions of individuals and groups who dedicate their time and effort to uplift communities. Volunteering embodies the bayanihan spirit — a cornerstone of Filipino culture — showing how collective action and generosity transform lives. Volunteering is a reciprocal act that benefits both the giver and the receiver. For the receiver, it provides immediate relief, resources, or services they may not otherwise access. It could mean a meal for the hungry, shelter for the homeless, or education for underprivileged children. For the giver, volunteering fosters a sense of purpose, enhances skills, and builds empathy. Research shows that acts of kindness improve mental health, reduce stress, and create lasting connections. The holiday season in the Philippines is filled with opportunities to share blessings with those in need. Across the country, communities organize programs to assist vulnerable groups, including gift-giving drives, feeding programs, and disaster recovery efforts. Organizations like Gawad Kalinga, Caritas Manila, and the Philippine Red Cross offer opportunities for volunteers to participate. Local churches, barangay councils, and youth groups also host initiatives like medical missions, livelihood workshops, and community clean-ups. The spirit of volunteerism in the Philippines dates back to pre-colonial times, with the tradition of bayanihan — neighbors coming together to help move houses or complete communal tasks. Over the years, this ethos has been institutionalized. The Philippine National Volunteer Service Coordinating Agency (PNVSCA), established in 1964, has played a pivotal role in promoting and coordinating volunteer efforts across the nation. For the celebration, the PNVSCA is assisted by a National Volunteer Month Steering Committee in organizing the event. NVM activities are many, among them organizing events, mobilizing volunteers for humanitarian, social services and technical assistance, and conducting information campaigns to build public awareness on the role volunteerism plays in social, economic, and political development of the country. Some of the most significant volunteer initiatives include the response to Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) in 2013, where thousands of volunteers joined international and local organizations to provide relief and rebuild devastated areas. Another notable example is the barangay-based disaster risk reduction and management program, which trains locals to respond to calamities proactively. Volunteerism is not only in the field of disaster response and social welfare. Professionals in engineering, information technology, and other fields can also make significant contributions. One of the biggest organizations moving volunteers is the Philippine Red Cross, one of the largest humanitarian organizations, which mobilizes thousands of volunteers during disasters and emergencies. Another is Gawad Kalinga which has engaged over a million volunteers in building homes and sustainable communities for the poor. On an international scale, groups like Habitat for Humanity Philippines and UN Volunteers also bring together Filipinos and global citizens to address pressing social issues. Volunteering transcends material aid; it is an act of love and solidarity. It reminds us that we are interconnected and that collective action can bring hope where there is despair. By volunteering, individuals contribute to nation-building, address social inequalities, and inspire others to act. This month, we are called to embody the bayanihan spirit. Whether through small acts of kindness or large-scale efforts, volunteering is a gift that changes lives—including your own. Start by reaching out to organizations, joining community programs, or simply extending a helping hand. Together, we can make the season of giving more meaningful for all.How to Watch Top 25 Women’s College Basketball Games – Wednesday, November 27
It has taken new Michigan coach Dusty May just nine games to guide the Wolverines into the Top 25. May and the Wolverines enter the poll at No. 14 and strive to continue their strong start when they face Arkansas in the Jimmy V Classic on Tuesday night in New York. Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. Stacker compiled a list of the counties with the highest unemployment in Georgia using data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Counties are ranked by unemployment rate in October. Click for more. Counties with the highest unemployment in GeorgiaSHARON — For some schools in Mercer County, last weekend marked the start of the basketball season. For others, their season began Friday. Four teams traveled to Sharon High School, including two valley schools, for the annual tipoff tournament, ready to compete to secure their first wins of the season. Farrell lost their opener to Mars by a score of 71-59, while Sharon beat Erie Prep Academy 87-34. Farrell won the tipoff, and the tournament was officially underway. Mars got off to a 5-0 start thanks to a tough shot by Ben Detisch and a triple from Drew Navetta. Nemo Jones hit a free throw for Farrell’s opening points, but after an Austin Campbell dagger, they trailed 8-1. Juelz Johnson and Tre Cousins each hit a tough layup to cut it back down to a one score lead, but Mars went on a shooting frenzy. The Fightin’ Planets hit five triples, led by Austen Wroblewski who drained two, while Drew Navetta, Detisch, and Chaes Thimons hit one each. Mars led 21-10 after the opening quarter. The second quarter started much better for the Steelers. Johnson stole the ball then found Julius Phillips on a nice pass. The next possession Cousins drained a long triple, while Mars was held scoreless for two minutes. A minute later Jones hit a triple to cut it back down to a one score game with 4:45 left in the half. Mars got hot once again after. Detisch scored four more points and Nevetta hit another trey. Campbell also scored on a tough layup right as the half was about to expire to earn an and-one, which he knocked down. Mars led 33-23 at the half with Detisch leading the way with nine points. Jones had eight points for the Steelers. Cousins had a big third quarter for Farrell, scoring six points, but it wasn’t enough to put a dent in Mars’ lead, which had a plethora of shooters stay hot. During the third quarter break, Farrell head coach Myron Lowe was called for a technical. Wroblewski hit both free throws for Mars. Mars ran away with it in the fourth quarter with Wroblewski sinking several more big shots and Cambell adding a few and some assists. Lowe received another technical a few minutes into the fourth, and the game had seemingly gotten too far out of hand. Both sides emptied out their benches for the rest of the game. Wroblewski led the day for Mars with 23 points, six rebounds and two assists. He went 7-of-8 from the free-throw line. Detisch added another 17 points and seven rebounds, while Campbell had nine points, seven rebounds and six assists. Johnson led the way for Farrell with 18 points, four rebounds, three assists and three steals. Cousins added 14, including two triples, and Jones had nine points and four rebounds. “I don’t think we played well at all. We didn’t play hard enough. I told them before the game we had to box out and do the little things, and we didn’t do that at all today,” Lowe said. “We’ll be back playing again tomorrow obviously, but after that we’ll be in the gym. We did the same thing last year, we have to make sure we’re doing the little things.” The Yeti won the tipoff, but suffered a backcourt violation on the opening possession. Levi Hailstock started the game off for Sharon’s first three points, and from then on, Sharon was on a rampage. Derek Douglas scored 12 in the quarter and Cedrick Boyd added a three-pointer, along with a few other contributions. Sharon led 21-5 after the first quarter. Aaron Rodriquez and Hugo Rodriquez scored the only two baskets for Erie Prep Academy. The Yeti also suffered another mistake, when a player not listed in the scorebook checked into the game, causing a technical foul. The second quarter was more of the same. Sharon utilized their full rotation and found success from everyone. Douglas scored six more points and Owen Schenker caught fire, hitting four triples and scoring 14 points. Aaron Rodriquez fouled out in the first half, but Ziming Weng and Hugo Rodriquez added some more buckets. Sharon led 54-13 at the half. The second half was played with a running clock, and Sharon slowly emptied its bench throughout. Before the bench was released, Schenker, Douglas and Hailstock continued to elevate the squad, dominating before they checked out of the game. Guys like John Norris, Jeremiah Nixon, Gha’fir Lampkins and Cyleim Smith played big minutes for the Tigers as they finished off the 87-34 win. Erie saw Femi Lawal go on a six-point run before the game expired. “I thought we played really good. I thought we came out with energy. I knew we’d be a little nervous in the beginning with some new guys, but we played really good and had a real good game,” Sharon head coach Louis Brown said. “It was good to see the young guys get in there, and have no let up once they got in. They played hard and deserved to play, so it was great to see them get in there and play great.” Douglas finished with 22 points, four assists and four steals. Schenker had 20 with six triples. Hailstock had 21 points, a pair of rebounds, and two steals. Boyd also provided a team-high eight boards. “Those guys (Douglas, Schenker and Hailstock) are who our season will depend on. They are the guys that I ride the hardest. They probably hate me this most, and love me sometimes,” Brown said. “But them three guys are going to define our year.” For Erie Prep, H. Rodriquez led with sevn points and 12 rebounds. Weng had six points, Hugo Castano had six and Lawal finished with six points and 4 rebounds. Saturday’s matchups were set before the tourney tipped off on Friday. Farrell takes on Erie Prep at 6 p.m. while Sharon plays Mars at 7:30 p.m. Wroblewski 6-7-8-23, Detisch 6-3-5-17, Navetta 4-0-0-11, Campbell 2-5-9-9, Petcash 0-0-0-0, Thimons 2-0-0-5, Santoro 2-0-0-4, Miller 0-0-0-0, Vidic 1-0-0-3, Vingle 0-0-0-0 Wroblewski 4, Navetta 3, Detisch 2, Thimons 1 Johnson 6-6-11-18, Cousins 5-2-2-14, Jones 3-2-4-9, Phillips 2-2-3-6, Covington 2-1-2-5, Chambers 1-0-0-2, Norman 2-0-0-5, Boatwright 0-0-0-0, Pegues 0-0-0-0, Jackson 0-0-0-0 Cousins 2, Jones 1 Castano 3-1-3-7, A. Rodriquez 2-0-2-4, H. Rodriquez 3-0-2-7, Weng 4-0-0-8, Aa. Rodriquez 1-0-0-2, Lawal 3-0-2-6, Sina 0-0-2-0 H. Rodriquez 1 Douglas 6-9-10-22, Hailstock 7-5-10-21, Schenker 7-0-0-20, Abram 0-0-0-0, Boyd 1-3-4-5, Englemore 2-0-0-5, Samuels 0-0-0-0, Nixon 2-0-0-5, Norris 1-0-0-2, Smith-1-1-2-4, Lampkins 1-0-0-3 Schenker 6, Hailstock 2, Douglar 1, Englemore 1, Nixon 1, Smith 1, Lampkins 1
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Broncos are 0-4 in Las Vegas, but in a matchup of teams heading in opposite directions, Denver has more at stake than trying to end a series skid. A victory over the Raiders puts the Broncos that much closer to an unexpected playoff berth, playing with a rookie quarterback and just a year after they went 8-9. The Broncos are 6-5 and coming off a 38-6 victory over the Atlanta Falcons , and would be in the playoff field if the season ended entering Week 12. Not bad for a team given a win total of 5 1/2 games at BetMGM Sportsbook. “Everyone understands the significance of where we are at this point in the season,” Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton said. The situation is quite different for the Raiders. They are 2-8, on a six-game losing streak and decimated by injuries. Las Vegas could enter this game without its top two running backs and a reshuffled line on offense, and defensively, the Raiders could have two linemen, three cornerbacks and a safety out of action. “Just been having some bad breaks, but nobody feels sorry for us,” Raiders coach Antonio Pierce said. "Nobody feels sorry for me. You’ve got to roll out there with 11 players, and that’s what we’re going to do come Sunday.” The Raiders are badly in a need of a franchise quarterback and are in a logjam for the top pick in next year's NFL draft. Denver showed with this year's draft how valuable landing such a QB can be to an organization. Bo Nix was selected 12th — one spot ahead of the Raiders — and he is pushing for AP Offensive Rookie of the Year. He was this week's top AFC player and rookie after completing 28 of 33 passes for 307 yards and four touchdowns in the rout of the Falcons. “I think as we’ve gone on, Coach (Sean Payton) and I have found a good rhythm of what we both like, what we can kind of put out there on the field and what we can execute," Nix said. "Then the guys have kind of adapted to it, found our roles within the offense and executed at a high level. It’s just all about slowing the game down and processing things in a manner that you can handle.” Raiders tight end Brock Bowers also could have a say in who wins the season's top offensive rookie award. He is second in the NFL with 70 catches and his 706 yards receiving is 10th among all receivers. His numbers from a historical perspective are even more impressive. Bowers, the 13th pick in this year's draft , is fourth all time among all tight ends in catches through the first 11 weeks and he and Jeremy Shockey in 2002 are the only rookies at that position to have more than one game with at least 10 receptions. “This week's a brand new week,” Bowers said. “I've always got something to prove.” Payton still isn't entirely comfortable splitting carries between running backs Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin and rookie Audric Estime. Asked how he determines the right balance in his rotation, Payton said, “That's the $6 million question. It’s difficult. We know kind of what we have with those three players. I think it’s always hard to feed three. "I'm used to — and it’s easy — to feed two. So we kind of do that a little bit. I thought Javonte had some really good runs (last week). Certainly the game ends and we’re like, ‘Gosh, we have to get Jaleel more touches.’ So it’s a tough, but a good problem to have.” With injuries to running backs Alexander Mattison (ankle) and Zamir White (quadriceps), 10-year veteran Ameer Abdullah could get the start for the Raiders this weekend. He has just 17 carries for 82 yards and a touchdown this season and started just one game his previous six seasons. “I see myself as a starter,” Abdullah said. “I think every guy in the room does. I consider myself the best back on this team just like every back does. This is my opportunity to go out there and put my best foot forward.” Patrick Surtain II had a pair of interceptions, including one he returned for 100 yards and a touchdown, in the team's first meeting this season and that fueled the Broncos' 34-18 win in Denver . Both of the passes were intended for Bowers, who caught a 57-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter. Surtain isn't expecting the Raiders to avoid him Sunday, however. “You don't want to go into a game thinking they're not gonna throw it your way,” Surtain said, “because it's the pros at the end of the day, everybody's ready, everybody's capable.” AP Pro Football Writer Arnie Stapleton in Englewood, Colorado, contributed to this report. AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
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