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What separates good teams from great ones in today's NFL? The distinction becomes clearer as we dissect Week 4 matchups and analyze how championship contenders are handling early adversity.

The Ravens-Chiefs showdown looks like an early playoff elimination game despite both teams sitting at 1-2. We break down why Kansas City faces greater pressure with their tougher remaining schedule, and why a loss here could seriously damage their postseason hopes. Meanwhile, the Eagles continue winning despite looking vulnerable in all three games – but is this sustainability or luck?

College football's coaching landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. We examine why traditional powerhouses with established coaches (Clemson, Wisconsin, Florida) are struggling to adapt to modern college football's transfer portal and NIL requirements. The days of building solely through high school recruiting appear numbered, and betting markets haven't fully adjusted to this reality.

This weekend's marquee Penn State-Oregon matchup deserves special attention. James Franklin's poor record against top-five opponents creates an interesting opportunity with Oregon as road underdogs. The famed Penn State "whiteout" atmosphere provides a unique home-field advantage, but will it be enough against Dan Lanning's well-coached Ducks?

Our weekly picks feature road teams prominently – perhaps too prominently. We discuss this concerning pattern while offering selections across college and pro football, including Indiana -6.5 at Iowa, Notre Dame -4.5 at Arkansas, and Browns +9.5 at Detroit.

For baseball fans, we analyze Cleveland's historic collapse from a 12.5-game lead and what it means for their playoff hopes. Plus, a quick preview of the Ryder Cup, including the unusual practice methods European players are using to prepare for American crowds.

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