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The Dallas Mavericks reportedly have GM Nico Harrison’s days numbered after poor management in the NBA. When Nico Harrison executed the Luka Doncic trade, he emphasized that it was a move designed to compete in the short term. He genuinely believed that the new roster construction brought the Dallas Mavericks closer to an NBA championship than the one that had fallen just three games short of that goal nine months earlier. Now, that vision seems to drift further away with each passing day. Reports from media outlets suggest that Nico Harrison’s tenure as the Mavericks’ president of basketball operations may be nearing its end. “It’s a matter of when, not if, Nico Harrison will be fired,” said ESPN’s Tim MacMahon on The Hoop Collective. It’s uncommon to see a front-office executive lose his job midseason without first seeing a coaching change. However, after personally taking responsibility for the failed trade and becoming the organization’s main scapegoat, Harrison has become an easy target for owner Patrick Dumont. The franchise’s recent decision to extend head coach Jason Kidd only reinforces that dynamic. Following Doncic’s departure, no one expected immediate improvement or a stronger project, but few anticipated such a steep decline — even after acquiring the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. Instead, the situation has quickly unraveled into disappointment. General manager of the Dallas Mavericks Nico Harrison. How the Mavericks are performing Right now, the Mavericks sit second-to-last in the Western Conference with a 3-7 record and own the NBA’s second-worst offense. Injuries have played a role, but they don’t fully explain the team’s lack of chemistry and poor on-court cohesion. Cooper Flagg, seen by many as both a blessing and a symbolic “rebuild piece,” remains a promising talent for the future. Yet he hasn’t been able to lift Dallas to playoff-level competitiveness, especially as he’s being tasked with playmaking duties he’s never held before. How Doncic’s exit changed everything The entire mood in Dallas shifted, of course, when general manager Nico Harrison traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers on February 1. Since that deal, the Mavericks have gone 16-27 and have struggled mightily on the offensive end. Meanwhile, Doncic has flourished in Los Angeles, averaging nearly a triple-double this season — 37 points, 10 rebounds, and 9.5 assists per game — leading the Lakers to an impressive 7-3 start. His success only magnifies Dallas’s current struggles and the growing questions surrounding Harrison’s future with the franchise.

Arch Manning’s Texas Longhorns travel to Athens next Saturday to face the Georgia Bulldogs in a matchup between two national title contenders. Next weekend, college football delivers one of the marquee matchups of the week as the Georgia Bulldogs host the Texas Longhorns in Athens. Arch Manning, one of the standout figures of the season, will look to lead his team to a crucial victory in this decisive stretch of the campaign. Facing a tough team like Kirby Smart’s Bulldogs requires not only maximum focus but also full physical readiness from every player. Fortunately for the Longhorns, they could be getting some key pieces back in the lineup. According to the latest statements from Steve Sarkisian, published by InsideTexas via X (Formerly Twitter), Michael Taaffe, Jelani McDonald and Ryan Wingo practiced fully and could be available for Saturday’s game. “Looked great. I don’t foresee any setbacks there, so feel good about that,” the head coach said. Having these players on the field would be a huge boost for Manning in a crucial showdown in Athens. Michael Taaffe #16 of the Texas Longhorns. Crucial clash for the near future The Texas Longhorns (7-2), currently sitting near the edge of the expanded College Football Playoff picture at No. 10 in the recent rankings, face a massive opportunity to solidify their position this weekend. A victory over the high-ranked Georgia Bulldogs (8-1) is now paramount. A signature win against an SEC powerhouse would provide the massive boost Texas desperately needs to jump critical teams and ensure a more favorable outlook heading into the final CFP selection day. When and where: Longhorns vs. Bulldogs The crucial showdown between the Texas Longhorns and the Georgia Bulldogs is scheduled for this Saturday, November 15. The highly anticipated inter-conference clash will take place at the Bulldogs’ home field, Sanford Stadium in Athens, Georgia, where the atmosphere is expected to be electric for the potential College Football Playoff preview.

There is nothing better for the Cincinnati Bengals than positive news regarding the injury to Joe Burrow that has kept him sidelined, especially knowing how much the offensive line needs him to win games. Joe Burrow is ready to practice with the team. The Cincinnati Bengals themselves delivered the good news, clarifying that he will not be able to practice at the same pace as his teammates, who will surely be delighted to see him back on the field. “QB Joe Burrow will return to practice today in a limited capacity,” the Bengals wrote on X in a post that quickly racked up over 80,000 views and nearly 100 replies, a clear sign that fans are eager for their quarterback to return at any moment. Ian Rapoport also weighed in on the topic of Burrow’s return, writing on X: “A little under two months after toe surgery, Burrow has his practice window opened, and he’ll be limited. Still on Injured Reserve, he has 21 days to be activated. A December return is real.” How badly have the Bengals fared without Burrow? The last time Burrow was available was in Week 2. Since then, the Bengals have won only one game in the last seven weeks, a devastating blow to the team, which currently ranks as the 14th offensive line out of 32 in the league. #BENGALS QUARTERBACK JOE BURROW IS ALIVE AND THROWING AT PRACTICE TODAY. 👀👀👀A miraculous recovery for Burrow, and this could quickly turn around the Cincinnati season. pic.twitter.com/5W5SdAhBdm— MLFootball (@MLFootball) November 10, 2025 Right before their Week 10 bye week, the Bengals lost two consecutive games after previously defeating the Steelers. At least they will have time to reorganize, and the news that Burrow will be available for limited practice could provide a much-needed boost to the players. Can Burrow help the Bengals reach the playoffs? That is a genuinely difficult prospect. As Rapoport indicated, Burrow is likely to return to play in December. Therefore, for him to be able to help his team, they would need to win all their games in November, against the Steelers, Patriots, and Ravens. His potential first game back in December would be against the Bills, making for a very tough schedule ahead.

The New York Giants decided to part ways with head coach Brian Daboll after a 2-8 record but chose to retain general manager Joe Schoen. The headline story of the day in the NFL undoubtedly comes out of the Big Apple, following the dismissal of Brian Daboll as head coach of the New York Giants. For now, Joe Schoen will remain in his role as the team’s general manager. In a statement released through the team’s official website, Giants president John Mara and chairman Steve Tisch addressed the reasons behind the franchise’s decision to make this significant move. “We spoke this morning about the direction of our franchise on the field, and we have decided that, at this time, it is in our best interest to make a change at the head coaching position,” they said. “The past few seasons have been nothing short of disappointing, and we have not met our expectations for this franchise. We understand the frustrations of our fans, and we will work to deliver a significantly improved product. We appreciate Coach Daboll for his contributions to our organization. We wish the Daboll family all the best in the future.” John K. Mara, owner and CEO of the New York Giants. Schoen remains in his position Joe Schoen was another key figure who found himself in the spotlight after yet another loss for the team. Ultimately, the general manager will remain in his position, at least for the short term. “We feel like Joe has assembled a good young nucleus of talent, and we look forward to its development. Unfortunately, the results over the past three years have not been what any of us want. We take full responsibility for those results and look forward to the kind of success our fans expect,” John Mara explained, as quoted by Ari Meirov. General manager Joe Schoen of the New York Giants. Getting back on track Following the swift mid-season firing of Brian Daboll, the 2-8 New York Giants are in full-blown damage control, turning to offensive coordinator Mike Kafka as the interim head coach. With a once-promising season derailed, Kafka’s immediate and daunting task is to inject life into the league’s lowest-scoring offense and somehow restore player confidence in the locker room. While a playoff push is all but mathematically impossible, the organization desperately needs Kafka to salvage respectability and identify viable future talent over the final weeks to prevent a total organizational collapse.