American NFL defensive end, Rams star, 2023 & 2025 DPOY
The Los Angeles Rams have added two-time Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett and Aaron Donald returns from retirement, forming a fearsome pass-rush duo alongside Matthew Stafford as they pursue a second Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium.
The NFL has staged its first regular-season game in Australia, selling out Melbourne’s 100,000-seat MCG and signaling a long-term push into the Asia-Pacific region. The Rams host the 49ers in a high-profile clash that tests logistics, fan demand, and future scheduling.
A provocative Novig ad featuring Sydney Sweeney in minimal clothing has drawn strong criticism from female athletes and commentators. Novig’s equity partnership with Sweeney is aimed at boosting brand visibility ahead of football season, but observers warn the stunt risks credibility and backlash alongside growing interest in sports-prediction markets.
The San Francisco 49ers have defeated the Los Angeles Rams 24-7 in the first regular-season NFL game in Australia, with Brock Purdy directing a precise performance and the defense stifling Stafford. San Francisco arrived a week early, while Los Angeles traveled on short notice. The result extends the 49ers’ recent dominance in the NFC West rivalry.
The Los Angeles Rams travel to Melbourne for the NFL’s inaugural regular-season game in Australia, facing the San Francisco 49ers. Teams have adopted contrasting travel strategies to fight jet lag, with the Rams opting for a late arrival to preserve rhythm, while the 49ers have spent a week in the country. The game is Sunday local time with Netflix streaming.
The Novig advertising campaign featuring Sydney Sweeney, showing her in minimal clothing while posing with sports gear, has prompted widespread criticism from athletes and commentators about the sexualisation of women in sport. The backlash has seen outspoken responses from figures like Amy Hunt, Ariarne Titmus and Gracie Kramer, while Sweeney defends the project and highlights other nude campaigns.
The Novig campaign featuring Sydney Sweeney has sparked a global debate on the sexualisation of women in sport. Athletes and regulators say the ad reduces female sports to appearance, while supporters frame it as a reflection of modern culture. The conversation spans Axios, The Guardian, The New York Times, The Independent and BBC Business.
Drake Maye has handed the New England Patriots a brutal reminder of a rough start to the season, following a 35-6 loss to Jacksonville. He has thrown two interceptions, fumbled twice, and benched in the fourth quarter as the team struggles with injuries, a porous run game, and questions about leadership. The Patriots head to Buffalo next, aiming to rebound.