Cracking the Code: Today's Sports-Themed Connections Puzzle

Ever felt stuck on a puzzle? Today's Connections: Sports Edition might have left you scratching your head. This puzzle is not your usual fare. It's a mix of sports trivia that might hit close to home if you're a fan of the Philadelphia Eagles. But don't worry, help is here! First, let's talk about how to play. This puzzle is a bit different. It's not in the NYT Games app. You'll find it on The Athletic's platform or online for free. It's a fun challenge, but it can be tricky. Now, let's dive into the hints. The easiest group, marked in yellow, is all about basketball defense. Think about what players do to stop a shot. The green group is about college football. Specifically, it's about where the playoff teams are from. The blue group is all about the Philadelphia Eagles. And the purple group? That's a bit trickier. It's about something that's not five or seven.But what are the answers? The yellow group is all about stopping a basketball shot. The words are challenge, close out, contest, and defend. The green group is about the locations of college football playoff teams. The words are Athens, Bloomington, Eugene, and Oxford. The blue group is about the first names of Philadelphia Eagles players. The words are Cooper, Dallas, Jalen, and Saquon. And the purple group? It's about the word "six. " The words are kick, New Year's, original, and pick. So, how did you do? Did you get all the answers right? Or did you need a little help? Either way, it's all about having fun and learning something new.