Monday Moments You Might Have Missed
NFL
New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh is definitely not committing to quarterback Zach Wilson starting Week 12 against the Chicago Bears. Wilson struggled mightily last SUnday against the New England Patriots completeing only 9 passes for 77 yeards. Saleh saying during a Monday press conference:
"We're keeping everything on the table. When you put up 100 yards of offense ... it's unacceptable."
23-year-old pass-rusher, Chase Young, has spent the last year recovering from an ACL tear suffered in week 10 of the 2021 season. Washington Commanders head coach Ron Rivera announced in a Monday Press conference that Young has been activated and will rejoin the 53-man roster.
The Denver Broncos announced Monday that they have decided to waive runnung back Melvin Gordon. Ball security certainly being the reason, as Gordon has had 5 fumbles in 10 games in his 3rd season with Denver.
NBA
The Philadelphia 76er's injury woes continue with the announcement of big man Joel Embiid being out for at least 2 games, siting a foot sprain. This news comes with starters James Harden and Tyrese Maxey already sidelined with injuries.
The New Orleans Pelicans demolished a depleted Golden State Warriors team 128-83. Brandon Ingram scored a season-high 34 points and Zion Williamson returned from his 3 game absence.
The Chicago Bulls pulling out a much needed win on Monday night, ending the Boston Celtics 9 game winning streak and beating the team that sits on top of the NBA 121-107. DeMar DeRozan scored 28 points and Zach LaVine scored 22.