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A 44-year-old man has been charged in connection with an altercation at the Burnaby Mountain Golf Course in October. Police were called to the golf course on Oct. 12 just before 12:30 p.m. for reports of an "assault in progress," according to a Burnaby RCMP statement at the time . When officers arrived the "intoxicated" male suspect was still on scene and was arrested without incident, police said. Investigators were told the suspect had hit three male victims with a golf club after a brief verbal dispute, inflicting minor injuries. Part of the alleged assault was caught on video and posted on social media. The video shows two men engaged in a verbal dispute by a tee box before one man swings at the other with a driver, appearing to snap the head off the club and knocking the man to the ground. This week, one charge of assault with a weapon was approved against Hyun Bin Eun. He was scheduled to appear in court Thursday. The incident on Burnaby Mountain wasn’t the only time police were called to a local golf course last season. In June, police were called to break up a fight between two groups of golfers at the Riverway Golf Course . A video of that altercation showed several men kicking, punching and grappling with each other. Follow Cornelia Naylor on X/Twitter @CorNaylor Email [email protected]
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This story will be updated with transfer portal announcements and commitments throughout the offseason. The NCAA transfer portal opened its winter window Monday, marking the busiest roster-building time for college football teams. It will close Saturday, Dec. 28. When asked Saturday about the challenge of building a roster and preparing to play Miami in the Pop-Tarts Bowl on Dec. 28, Iowa State coach Matt Campbell indicated he liked where his team is at. Orlando flight, hotel prices, drive time for Iowa State fans going to Pop-Tarts Bowl “That's the great thing about our program,” Campbell said. “We're not transactional, we're transformational. Whatever it is, it is. We'll be ready to play wherever that may be. Whatever the opportunity, this senior class, we're about finishing. We're not about everything else.” 3 burning questions facing Iowa State football: How many transfers/opt outs will ISU have? Commitments: None Departures: R. Fr. J.J. Kohl, QB, Dec. 9 The former Ankeny High School star played a backup role to Rocco Becht in two seasons at ISU. Kohl appeared in three games in 2023, completing 9 of 11 passes for 23 yards but didn’t see any action in 2024, playing behind quarterback Connor Moberly. Kohl, a four-star recruit in the 2023 class, is the highest-ranked quarterback recruit in Iowa State history. R. Jr. Trent Jones, DL, Dec. 9 Arkansas State quarterback Timmy McClain (6) is tackled by Iowa State defensive end Trent Jones II (89) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, in Ames, Iowa. Iowa State won 52-7. Jones made six tackles and a tackle-for-loss this season. His best game came against Iowa when he recorded three sacks. He’s played in 24 games over four seasons at ISU. R. So. Trevon Howard, DB, Dec. 9 Howard played four games in each of his three seasons with the Cyclones. This season he made four total tackles, two against Iowa. A season-ending injury concluded his 2023 season. R. Fr. Ryan Robinson, DB. Dec. 9 Robinson will likely join his third college team in three seasons after beginning his college career as a preferred walk-on at LSU in 2023. He did not register any stats this season. R. Jr. Keegan Shackford, K, Dec. 9 After kicking off seven times in ISU’s first three games of 2024, Shackford did not attempt another kickoff. Shackford played in all 13 games last season and handled kickoff duties (27 touchbacks on 69 kickoffs). R. So. Drake Knobloch, LS, Dec. 9 Knobloch appeared in two games this season (North Dakota and Iowa) after playing in all 13 of ISU’s games in 2023. R. Jr. Kenard Snyder, DE, Dec. 10 247Sports reported Tuesday that Snyder is entering the transfer portal and Snyder appeared to confirm the news on social media. Snyder made eight tackles in 10 games this season. Snyder played the 2024 season at ISU after three years at Louisiana Monroe. 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A proposed deal that would see three tobacco giants pay out billions to provinces and territories, as well as smokers across Canada, has been approved by the companies' creditors, a lawyer representing some of the creditors said Thursday, calling it an important milestone in a lengthy legal saga. The proposed $32.5-billion global settlement between the companies — JTI-Macdonald Corp., Rothmans, Benson & Hedges and Imperial Tobacco Canada Ltd. — and their creditors was announced in October after more than five years of negotiations. Representatives for the creditors, which include provincial governments seeking to recover smoking-related health-care costs as well as plaintiffs in two Quebec class-action lawsuits, voted on the plan in a virtual meeting Thursday afternoon. André Lespérance, who represents plaintiffs in one of the Quebec lawsuits, said creditors overwhelmingly supported the proposal. "We're not surprised, but we're glad the creditors are united right now to see this plan approved," he said in French. Before the plan can be implemented, it must obtain the approval of the court. A hearing has been scheduled for the end of January, and Lespérance said he's optimistic the proposed deal will clear that hurdle as well. "I think we're really close to the end," he said. Dominique Claveau, executive director of the Quebec Council on Tobacco and Health, which is part of the lawsuit, said they look forward to having the court "bring this long-fought battle for justice and truth to its conclusion." At least one of the companies has said it opposes the plan in its current form. The proposed deal includes $24 billion for provinces and territories, $4 billion for tens of thousands of Quebec smokers and their heirs, and more than $2.5 billion for smokers in other provinces and territories. It also includes more than $1 billion for a foundation to help those affected by tobacco-related diseases. The Canadian Cancer Society, which is a social stakeholder in the case, said Thursday it hopes the proposal will be amended before it's approved by the court. Rob Cunningham, the organization's lawyer, said the plan should include smoking-reduction measures and the release of confidential industry documents, similar to what was achieved in the United States decades ago. "There's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to better control the tobacco industry and to reduce tobacco use. We're never going to get this chance again," he said. The foundation funded through the proposed deal should also have its mandate expanded to include prevention of tobacco-related disease and public awareness efforts to help people quit smoking, said Manuel Arango, vice-president of policy and advocacy for Heart & Stroke. "We already have a lot of studies and a lot of knowledge about the treatment of tobacco-related disease," he said. "So it's really about looking forward and helping prevent tobacco-related disease in the future." The proposal is the culmination of a corporate restructuring process set off by a decades-long legal battle over the health effects of smoking. In 2015, a Quebec court ordered the three companies to pay about $15 billion in two class-action lawsuits involving smokers in the province who took up the habit between 1950 and 1998 and either fell ill or were addicted, or their heirs. Four years later, the landmark ruling was upheld by the province's Appeal Court. The companies then sought creditor protection in Ontario in order to negotiate a global settlement with their creditors. All of the legal proceedings against them were put on hold during the talks. That order has now been extended until Jan. 31, 2025. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 12, 2024. Paola Loriggio, The Canadian PressSocial media users are misrepresenting a , claiming that it gives schools permission to vaccinate children even if their parents do not consent. The ruling addressed a lawsuit filed by Dario and Shujen Politella against Windham Southeast School District and state officials over the mistaken vaccination of their child against COVID-19 in 2021, when he was 6 years old. A lower court had dismissed the original complaint, as well as an amended version. to the U.S. Supreme Court was filed on Nov. 19. But the ruling by Vermont’s high court is not as far-reaching as some online have claimed. In reality, it concluded that anyone the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness Act, or PREP, Act is immune to state lawsuits. Here’s a closer look at the facts. CLAIM: The Vermont Supreme Court ruled that schools can vaccinate children against their parents’ wishes. THE FACTS: The claim stems from by the Vermont Supreme Court, which found that anyone the PREP Act is immune to state lawsuits, including the officials named in the Politella’s suit. The ruling does not authorize schools to vaccinate children at their discretion. According to the lawsuit, the Politella’s son — referred to as L.P. — was given one dose of the Pfizer BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at a vaccination clinic held at Academy School in Brattleboro even though his father, Dario, told the school’s assistant principal a few days before that his son was not to receive a vaccination. In what officials described as a mistake, L.P. was removed from class and had a “handwritten label” put on his shirt with the name and date of birth of another student, L.K., who had already been vaccinated that day. L.P. was then vaccinated. Ultimately, the Vermont Supreme Court ruled that officials involved in the case could not be sued. “We conclude that the PREP Act immunizes every defendant in this case and this fact alone is enough to dismiss the case,” the Vermont Supreme Court’s ruling reads. “We conclude that when the federal PREP Act immunizes a defendant, the PREP Act bars all state-law claims against that defendant as a matter of law.” , enacted by Congress in 2005, authorizes the secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to issue a declaration in the event of a public health emergency providing immunity from liability for activities related to medical countermeasures, such as the administration of a vaccine, except in cases of “willful misconduct” that result in “death or serious physical injury.” A declaration against COVID-19 on March 17, 2020. It is on Dec. 31. Federals suits claiming willful misconduct are filed in Washington. Social media users described the Vermont Supreme Court’s ruling as having consequences beyond what it actually says. “The Vermont Supreme Court has ruled that schools can force-vaccinate children for Covid against the wishes of their parents,” reads one X post that had been liked and shared approximately 16,600 times as of Tuesday. “The high court ruled on a case involving a 6-year-old boy who was forced to take a Covid mRNA injection by his school. However, his family had explicitly stated that they didn’t want their child to receive the ‘vaccines.’” Other users alleged that the ruling gives schools permission to give students any vaccine without parental consent, not just ones for COVID-19. Rod Smolla, president of the Vermont Law and Graduate School and an expert on constitutional law, told The Associated Press that the ruling “merely holds that the federal statute at issue, the PREP Act, preempts state lawsuits in cases in which officials mistakenly administer a vaccination without consent.” “Nothing in the Vermont Supreme Court opinion states that school officials can vaccinate a child against the instructions of the parent,” he wrote in an email. Asked whether the claims spreading online have any merit, Ronald Ferrara, an attorney representing the Politellas, told the AP that although the ruling doesn’t say schools can vaccinate students regardless of parental consent, officials could interpret it to mean that they could get away with doing so under the PREP Act, at least when it comes to COVID-19 vaccines. He explained that the seeks to clarify whether the Vermont Supreme Court interpreted the PREP Act beyond what Congress intended. “The Politella’s fundamental liberty interest to decide whether their son should receive elective medical treatment was denied by agents of the State and School,” he wrote in an email to the AP. “The Vermont Court misconstrues the scope of PREP Act immunity (which is conditioned upon informed consent for medical treatments unapproved by FDA), to cover this denial of rights and its underlying battery.” Ferrara added that he was not aware of the claims spreading online, but that he “can understand how lay people may conflate the court’s mistaken grant of immunity for misconduct as tantamount to blessing such misconduct.”
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Arizona WR Tetairoa McMillan to enter 2025 NFL DraftNEW YORK — Technology stocks pulled Wall Street to another record amid a mixed Monday of trading. The S&P 500 rose 0.2% from its all-time high set Friday to post a record for the 54th time this year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 128 points, or 0.3%, while the Nasdaq composite gained 1%. Super Micro Computer, a stock that's been on an AI-driven roller coaster, soared 28.7% to lead the market. Following allegations of misconduct and the resignation of its public auditor, the maker of servers used in artificial-intelligence technology said an investigation found no evidence of misconduct by its management or by the company's board. It also said it doesn't expect to restate its past financials and that it will find a new chief financial officer, appoint a general counsel and make other moves to strengthen its governance. Big Tech stocks also helped prop up the market. Gains of 1.8% for Microsoft and 3.2% for Meta Platforms were the two strongest forces pushing upward on the S&P 500. Intel was another propellant during the morning, but it lost an early gain to fall 0.5% after the chip company said CEO Pat Gelsinger has retired and stepped down from the board. Intel is looking for Gelsinger's replacement, and its chair said it's "committed to restoring investor confidence." Intel recently lost its spot in the Dow Jones Industrial Average to Nvidia, which has skyrocketed in Wall Street's frenzy around AI. The majority of stocks in the S&P 500 fell, including California utility PG&E. It dropped 5% after saying it would sell $2.4 billion of stock and preferred shares to raise cash. Retailers were mixed amid what's expected to be the best Cyber Monday on record and coming off Black Friday. Target fell 1.2%. Walmart rose 0.2%. Amazon, which looks to benefit from online sales from Cyber Monday, climbed 1.4%. All told, the S&P 500 added 14.77 points to 6,047.15. The Dow fell 128.65 to 44,782.00, and the Nasdaq composite climbed 185.78 to 19,403.95. The stock market largely took Donald Trump's latest threat on tariffs in stride. The president-elect on Saturday threatened 100% tariffs against a group of developing economies if they act to undermine the U.S. dollar. Trump said he wants the group, headlined by Brazil, Russia, India and China, to promise it won't create a new currency or otherwise try to undercut the U.S. dollar. The U.S. dollar's value rose Monday against several other currencies, but one of its strongest moves likely had less to do with the tariff threats. The euro fell amid a political battle in Paris over the French government's budget. The euro sank 0.7% against the U.S. dollar and broke below $1.05. In the bond market, Treasury yields gave up early gains to hold relatively steady. The yield on the 10-year Treasury ended the day at 4.19%. Get local news delivered to your inbox!
Drones for commercial and recreational use have grown rapidly in popularity, despite restrictions on who can operate them and where they can be flown. No-fly zones are enforced around airports, military installations, nuclear plants, certain landmarks including the Statue of Liberty, and sports stadiums during games. Recommended Videos Not everybody follows the rules. Sightings at airports have shut down flights in a few instances. Reported sightings of what appear to be drones flying over New Jersey at night in recent weeks have created anxiety among some residents, in part because it is not clear who is operating them or why. Some state and local officials have called for stricter rules to govern drones. After receiving reports of drone activity last month near Morris County, New Jersey, the Federal Aviation Administration issued temporary bans on drone flights over a golf course in Bedminster , New Jersey, that is owned by President-elect Donald Trump, and over Picatinny Arsenal Military Base . The FAA says the bans are in response to requests from “federal security partners.” Who regulates drones? The FAA is responsible for the regulations governing their use , and Congress has written some requirements into law. Who enforces the rules? With a 2018 law, the Preventing Emerging Threats Act, Congress gave certain agencies in the Homeland Security and Justice departments authority to counter threats from unmanned aircraft to protect the safety of certain facilities. New drones must be outfitted with equipment allowing law enforcement to identify the operator, and Congress gave the agencies the power to detect and take down unmanned aircraft that they consider dangerous. The law spells out where the counter-drone measures can be used, including “national special security events” such as presidential inaugurations and other large gatherings of people. What does it take to become a drone pilot? To get a “remote pilot certificate,” you must be at least 16 years old, be proficient in English, pass an aeronautics exam, and not suffer from a ”mental condition that would interfere with the safe operation of a small unmanned aircraft system.” Are drones allowed to fly at night? Yes, but the FAA imposes restrictions on nighttime operations. Most drones are not allowed to fly at night unless they are equipped with anti-collision lights that are visible for at least 3 miles (4.8 kilometers). Are drones a hazard? Over the past decade, pilots have reported hundreds of close calls between drones and airplanes including airline jets. In some cases, airplane pilots have had to take evasive action to avoid collisions. Drones buzzing over a runway caused flights to be stopped at London’s Gatwick Airport during the Christmas travel rush in 2018 and again in May 2023 . Police dismissed the idea of shooting down the drones, fearing that stray bullets could kill someone. Advances in drone technology have made it harder for law enforcement to find rogue drone operators — bigger drones in particular have more range and power. Will drone rules get tougher? Some state and local officials in New Jersey are calling for stronger restrictions because of the recent sightings, and that has the drone industry worried. Scott Shtofman, director of government affairs at the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International, said putting more limits on drones could have a “chilling effect” on “a growing economic engine for the United States.” “We would definitely oppose anything that is blindly pushing for new regulation of what are right now legal drone operations,” he said. AirSight, a company that sells software against “drone threats,” says more than 20 states have enacted laws against privacy invasion by drones, including Peeping Toms. Will Austin, president of Warren County Community College in New Jersey, and founder of its drone program, says it's up to users to reduce public concern about the machines. He said operators must explain why they are flying when confronted by people worried about privacy or safety. “It's a brand new technology that's not really understood real well, so it will raise fear and anxiety in a lot of people,” Austin said. “We want to be good professional aviators and alleviate that.” ___ Associated Press reporter Rebecca Santana in Washington, D.C., contributed.Members of the House of Representatives on Tuesday expressed support for a bill seeking to establish the Federal College of Education, Afon, Kwara State. The bill, sponsored by the member representing Asa/Ilorin West Federal Constituency, Hon. Mukhtar Tolani Shagaya, scaled through the Second Reading on the floor of the House. The proposed legislation was first read in the Green Chamber on July 25, 2023. READ ALSO: Immigration reforms will ease entry, exit – Tinubu In his lead debate, Shagaya observed a glaring inequity in the nation’s educational system. He lamented that Kwara State, despite its strategic location and rich cultural and educational heritage, remains without a Federal College of Education. This, according to the lawmaker, is in stark contrast to the progress made in several other states, adding that the disparity leaves Kwara underserved in the area of teacher training and professional development. “Out of the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Kwara is among the minority that lacks a federal institution dedicated to training teachers. This is a critical gap that we must address to ensure equitable access to quality education for all Nigerians,” he argued. READ ALSO: Newly named Syria PM calls for ‘stability and calm’ He said if established, the institution would provide equitable access to teacher training and education. He also argued that locating the institution in Afon would bring quality teacher training closer to the underserved populations of Kwara and its neighbouring states. “By addressing educational inequalities and strengthening teacher quality, this institution aligns with the ERGP’s goals of inclusive growth and human capital development. “Mr. Speaker, the people of Afon are eager and ready to host this institution. READ ALSO: Nigerian celebrities who died in 2024 “In my engagements with the community, they have demonstrated their commitment to support the establishment of the College of Education. This gesture emphasizes their understanding of the transformative impact such an institution will have on their lives and their future. “Mr. Speaker, Honorable Colleagues, the establishment of the Federal College of Education, Afon, Kwara State, is not just a matter of equity but also a critical investment in our nation’s future. This Bill seeks to address the shortage of qualified teachers, reduce educational inequality, and enhance the overall quality of education in Nigeria,” he added.WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Senate Chaplain Barry Black has been hospitalized after suffering a bleed on his brain and is expected to have a “smooth recovery,” his office said. Black, 76, suffered a subdural hematoma earlier this week and is at a local hospital and under the care of the Capitol’s physician, said Rev. Lisa Schultz, Black’s chief of staff. A subdural hematoma is when blood builds up between the skull and the surface of the brain, increasing pressure on the brain. A familiar bow-tied presence in the hallways of the Senate, Black has been the chaplain since 2003. He opens the proceedings each day with a prayer and counsels senators and staff through prayer groups and one-on-one meetings. He was previously the chief of the Navy’s chaplains. Black is well known for his booming voice and his often prescient and timely opening prayers in times of political tension. During an extended government shutdown in 2013, he prayed to “deliver us from the hypocrisy of attempting to sound reasonable while being unreasonable.” During former President Donald Trump’s first impeachment in 2019, he asked in a prayer that “our senators not permit fatigue or cynicism to jeopardize friendships that have existed for years.” In the early morning of Jan. 7, 2021, after supporters of Trump had attacked the Capitol and Congress had certified Democrat Joe Biden’s victory, he closed a joint session in the middle of the night with a call for unity. “We deplore the desecration of the United States Capitol building, the shedding of innocent blood, the loss of life, and the quagmire of dysfunction that threaten our democracy,” he prayed. ___ Associated Press medical writer Lauran Neergaard contributed to this report.Syrian government services come to a 'complete halt' as state workers stay home
If you've been eyeing the main slate this week, you've probably seen that the 4 o'clock slate is as juicy as it gets. But let's not put our blinders on; we have 12 matchups to analyze, and there are plenty of ways to put together a strong DFS lineup for these games. In DFS, it all comes down to finding edges over your opponents or the field. There are plenty of ways to attack this slate and find edges over other players, but we are given a finite salary, so we have to get a bit creative. Without further ado, here are the Sporting News' optimal lineups and best picks for Week 8 DFS slates on both DraftKings and FanDuel . DraftKings DFS Picks Week 15: NFL DFS picks for GPP tournaments Sunday Main Slate, $50,000 salary QB: Tua Tagovailoa, Dolphins at Texans ($6,100) Tua Tagovailoa has been sensational recently, scoring at least 23.5 DK points in four consecutive weeks. A large part of this has to do with the Dolphins effectively abandoning the run. Tagovailoa is averaging 42.25 pass attempts per game over the last month, and Miami's 11.9-percent pass rate over expectation is tied for the league lead during this timeframe. Who are they tied with? The Houston Texans, their Week 15 opponent. With two pass-happy offenses and talented weapons across the board, this is a fun one to attack in DFS. WEEK 15 FANTASY FOOTBALL RANKINGS QBs | RBs | WRs | TEs | D/ST | Kickers RB: De'Von Achane, Dolphins at Texans ($7,900) De'Von Achane may fill a running back slot in this lineup, but his fantasy production is primarily driven by his production as a receiver. In games with Tagovailoa this season, Achane is averaging six receptions per game, a 17-game pace of 102 catches. Achane is averaging 14.7 PPG from receiving production alone with Tagovailoa this season and continues to get peppered with targets each and every week. We also saw Achane's usage spike last week without Raheem Mostert in the lineup. If he's forced to miss additional time, we could be treated to an explosive week from Achane. RB: Chuba Hubbard, Panthers vs. Cowboys ($6,500) Chuba Hubbard is another back who saw a massive workload as a result of injuries to other backs. Jonathon Brooks is out for the year, Miles Sanders remains on IR, and Raheem Blackshear did not practice to start the week. Seeing Hubbard out there for 90 percent of snaps is very realistic this week. Against the Cowboys, this sort of workload can lead to a slate-breaking performance. Dallas has the league's No. 30 rushing defense and ranks dead last in EPA per rush. Given the recent play of Bryce Young, don't be surprised if Hubbard is provided with a few goal line touches while being productive enough on the ground to hit the 100-yard bonus. WR: Jaylen Waddle, Dolphins at Texans ($5,700) The Miami offense has taken many different forms this season. Last week, we saw Jaylen Waddle function as the primary target on quick-hitting passes. Jaylen Waddle was targeted 9 times on throws within 2 seconds of the ball being snapped. His previous season-high was just 4 times. The Dolphins offense has changed (again). Waddle also saw a 34.4-percent first-read target share last week, his highest mark of the season. It's hard to say if this usage will be sticky, but Waddle's overall role is trending in the right direction and we're already betting on the Miami offense with this lineup. WR: Amari Cooper, Bills at Lions ($5,300) Amari Cooper's weekly fantasy outlook is difficult to project. On one hand, he's been a rotational receiver for the Bills, typically holding a route participation of 50-60 percent. On the other hand, he's proven that he can earn targets at an incredibly high rate as a part of this lackluster Buffalo receiving corps. His 0.58 targets per route run last week was the 2nd-highest single-game mark for any receiver this season (min 20 routes). The return of Keon Coleman and Dalton Kincaid complicates things, but Allen has shown that he's willing to turn to Cooper in big spots. This game sitting at a total of 54.5 points makes this play even more appealing. Week 15 FANTASY FOOTBALL ROSTER MANAGEMENT Lessons Learned | Stock Watch | Sleepers | Busts | Start 'Em, Sit 'Em | Usage Report | Flex Finder WR: Elijah Moore, Browns vs. Chiefs ($5,000) The emergence of Jameis Winston has everyone (rightfully) fired up about David Njoku, Jerry Jeudy, and Cedric Tillman. Let's not forget about Elijah Moore who has cleared 16.5 DK points in three of six games with Winston under center. He's also seen steady volume, drawing at least eight targets in four of those games. If there's a matchup where Moore should be able to parlay these looks into plenty of fantasy points, it's the Chiefs. Kansas City has allowed the most receptions, yards, and fantasy points to receivers lined up in the slot this season. Moore has been Cleveland's primary slot receiver throughout the year and has an elevated outlook in this matchup. The likely absence of David Njoku further boosts Moore's value this week. TE: Zach Ertz, Commanders at Saints ($4,000) Zach Ertz isn't the type of tight end who is going to push this lineup over the edge, but he has a respectable floor-ceiling combo that makes him a solid option at $4,000. Ertz has now scored at least 12.5 DK points in three straight weeks and has drawn a 20-percent target share in two of those games. Ertz has also seen an endzone target in all three of these games. These endzone looks play a key role in Ertz reaching his ceiling. With Noah Brown out for the foreseeable future, Ertz's role in the offense should remain steady. FLEX: Brian Robinson Jr., Commanders at Saints ($6,200) Brian Robinson has acted as the Commanders' primary rusher this season, handling 63 percent of the running back carries in his healthy games. In a game where the Commanders are favored by 7.5 points, Robinson should see plenty of work as Washington looks for their 9th win of the season. Against the Saints, Robinson should have no issue being effective with his touches. New Orleans is allowing 5.0 yards per carry, the highest mark in the league. Robinson should be in for a big day with an extra week of rest. D/ST: Philadelphia Eagles, vs. Steelers ($3,100) The battle for Pennsylvania should be a slow, ugly game. There's a chance for rain in this one, and this is a matchup between two run-heavy teams with strong defenses. There's a good chance neither team gets much going offensively. FanDuel DFS Picks Week 15: NFL DFS picks for GPP tournaments Sunday Main Slate, $60,000 salary cap QB: Tua Tagovailoa, Dolphins at Texans ($8,300) FanDuel is giving Tua Tagovailoa a bit more respect than DraftKings in terms of his relative salary, but we're still going with a Dolphins stack in our FanDuel lineup. This game features two pass-heavy offenses with star-studded casts behind the quarterbacks. This could turn into the highest-scoring game of the slate and nobody would think twice. RB: De'Von Achane, Dolphins at Texans ($8,600) De'Von Achane may be a running back, but he is a more than viable stacking partner with Tagovailoa due to his usage as a receiver. His six receiving touchdowns lead the team and his 63 receptions come in second. Go check out Achane's write-up in the DK lineup to see more about his receiving production and why you should be so fired up about him. RB: Braelon Allen, Jets at Jaguars ($6,400) Breece Hall is "struggling a bit" with the recovery from his knee injury, so we could see the Jets' offense without him once again. Without Hall last week, the Jets' coaching staff utilized two backs, Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis, in a fairly even split. Both backs are viable options this week, but this is a matchup that likely favors Allen. Of this duo, Allen profiles to be the grinder (6'1", 235 lbs.) that will wear out an opposing defense. With the Jaguars and their No. 24 run defense, Allen should see a healthy workload. Considering this is also the No. 28 scoring defense, Allen punching in a score is almost an expectation. WR: Nico Collins, Texans vs. Dolphins ($9,200) Nico Collins is functioning as a bring-back in our Texans vs. Dolphins game stack. Not a whole lot needs to be said about Collins. He is one of the league's premier target earners and wide receiver talents in general. His 3.48 yards per route run comes in second behind only Puka Nacua on the year. With heavy bets on this game already, adding on one of the league's top receivers is a luxury we're willing to pay up for. WR: Jaylen Waddle, Dolphins at Texans ($6,200) Jaylen Waddle is the final member of this game stack and he is also carrying over from the DK lineup. His recent usage is appealing and if he continues to see quick passes from Tagovailoa, he should be able to generate a big play or two with plenty of YAC. At $6,200, swinging for the fences with Waddle makes sense in this lineup. WR: Adam Thielen, Panthers vs. Cowboys ($6,100) Adam Thielen has fallen right back into the high-volume role that allowed him to be so productive last year. Thielen has drawn 26.3 percent of the Panthers' targets in the last two weeks and is averaging 18.8 FD points per game in those two contests. Against the Cowboys this week, Thielen should draw plenty of looks once again. The Dallas secondary is getting healthier, but slot corner Jourdan Lewis remains a weak point of this unit. Thielen will be operating out of the slot all afternoon and is a favorite to lead the Panthers in targets and yards. TE: Jake Ferguson, Cowboys at Panthers ($5,400) It didn't take long for Jake Ferguson to reclaim the full-time TE1 job in Dallas. After missing two games with a concussion, Ferguson returned and ran 26 routes, compared to just eight for Luke Schoonmaker. Ferguson's 19.4-percent target share was an encouraging sign as well. Looking forward to this week, the Carolina defense ranks bottom-10 in both yards per pass play and EPA per dropback. Cooper Rush can certainly get the offense going in this one and if Ferguson draws a look in the red zone like we saw throughout last season, he can certainly pay off at $5,400. FLEX: Jameson Williams, Lions vs. Bills ($6,400) Over the last month, Jameson Williams has started to contend with Amon-Ra St. Brown for targets. Williams' 19.4-percent target share in the last four games comes in just behind St. Brown at 21.5 percent. Williams' allure has always been driven by his big-play ability and consistent volume is just the cherry on top. The Bills have been relatively good at containing big plays, but it's hard to not get a piece of this matchup that should be a full-blown track meet. D/ST: New England Patriots, at Cardinals ($3,100) Is it possible to start the Patriots' defense in DFS? After watching the Cardinals average 15.3 PPG across the last three weeks, the answer might be yes. If Christian Gonzalez can lock up Marvin Harrison Jr. and limit big plays, this has proven to be an offense that can fall flat on its face in any given week. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. Learn more >Ruud van Nistelrooy ‘disappointed’ and ‘hurt’ after cutting ties with Man Utd
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