Weekend Sports Highlights: From Football Frenzy to Basketball Drama

The sports world saw plenty of action this weekend, with thrilling games and unexpected comebacks. In the NFL, the 49ers and Bears put on a show, scoring a combined 80 points in a game that came down to the final play. Brock Purdy and Caleb Williams showed why they're among the league's brightest young stars. Meanwhile, the Ravens are facing a tough decision about their star quarterback, Lamar Jackson, with rumors of a potential trade swirling. Over in the NBA, Giannis Antetokounmpo made a dramatic return for the Bucks, scoring 29 points against the Bulls. His game ended with a controversial windmill dunk that sparked a post-game scuffle. Giannis made it clear he's fully committed to his team, saying, "As long as I'm here, I'm going to give everything I have. "On the football field, the Raiders are now in the driver's seat for the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft after a loss to the Giants. Meanwhile, the Eagles and Commanders had a late-game brawl that resulted in six fines, showing that emotions can run high in the final weeks of the season. In other news, Philip Rivers made his third start of an unexpected NFL comeback, but it might have been his last. The Colts are out of playoff contention, and Rivers is open to whatever is best for the team. And for dessert lovers, an old-school treat is making a quiet comeback this season—rice pudding, a familiar favorite at cookouts and potlucks.