The Buccaneers and Cowboys kick off the 2021 season, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with some extra cash in your pocket. Enter the Sports Section NFL Showdown Contest tonight for a chance to win $1,000 in prizes! See below for details.
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Kick Off the NFL Season With CASH
Calling all football fans — the time has finally come and the NFL regular season is upon us at long last.
In celebration of NFL Kickoff, we’re buckling our chinstraps and inviting you to participate in an exclusive Sports Section DFS contest. Here’s what you need to know:
Showdown Contest for Dallas vs. Tampa Bay Thursday Night Game
U.S. Open: Novak Djokovic rallied to defeat Matteo Berrettini in four sets to reach the men’s semifinals, where he’ll face Alexander Zverev. The World No. 1 is two wins from a men’s record 21st major and first men’s calendar Grand Slam since 1969. In tonight’s women’s semis, 18-year-old qualifier Emma Raducanu faces Maria Sakkari, while No. 2 Aryna Sabalenka takes on Leylah Fernandez.
NHL: Penguins captain Sidney Crosby will miss the start of the season following wrist surgery. The two-time Hart Trophy winner is expected to be sidelined for at least six weeks.
NFL: On Wednesday, Jimmy Garoppolo seemed to announce himself as the 49ers’ Week 1 starter: “It’s official, I guess.” Head coach Kyle Shanahan hasn’t confirmed.
Editor’s Note: Tune in tomorrow, September 10 at 9 a.m. ET for Chris Kuc’s conversation with Kay Adams, host of Good Morning Football. Chris and Kay talk NFL, Kay’s path to success, and more. It will be available on Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Facebook.
Win a Pair of ElClásico Tickets
In addition to winning gear, every referral will earn an entry into the 2022 ElClásico ticket giveaway! ESPN is the new home of LaLiga in the U.S. Follow the best soccer league in the world with the top stars, across all ESPN platforms.
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