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‘Star Wars’ Is Fixated on Fixing Its Sequel Trilogy
Even though the ‘Star Wars’ sequel films have frustrated fans, practically every ‘Star Wars’ Disney+ series has attempted to connect the dots leading up to that trilogy, for good or ill
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Week 4 NFL Picks Against the Spread
In the matchup of the week, we like the Dolphins as a road underdog against the Bills. Here are our picks for every game on the Week 4 slate.
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The Definitive Guide to All Things Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce
Whether you’re a football fan, a Swiftie, or both, this helpful glossary will tell you everything you need to know about the budding relationship between Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, and Taylor Swift, the world’s biggest pop star
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Here’s What to Watch This Weekend
One of the best shows in recent history comes to an end, while romance is reborn with ‘The Golden Bachelor’
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The Bengals Offense Is Broken—and There Might Not Be an Easy Fix
With an injured Joe Burrow and a virtually nonexistent deep passing game, Zac Taylor will need more than a tweak or two to get Cincinnati back on track

A Dame Trade Deep Dive With Ben Thompson, Plus Seth Meyers and Million-Dollar Picks
Bill and Ben Thompson share their thoughts on the Lillard trade before Seth Meyers joins to discuss the writers strike, ‘SNL,’ and more

The 21st-Century Sci-Fi Canon, ‘The Creator,’ and ‘No One Will Save You’
Sean and Chris cover the new sci-fi films ‘The Creator’ and ‘No One Will Save You’ before getting into their favorite sci-fi movies since 2000

Week 4 NFL Picks, Props, and Predictions!
Plus, Monday morning story lines and long shots of the week

‘Ahsoka’ Episode 7 Deep Dive
Mal, Jo, and Ben talk Anakin and Thrawn lore and more!

Understanding the WGA Agreement, and Kaepernick’s Letter to the Jets
Van and Rachel also dig into the GOP debate and a very Black father–centric mailbag
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The Ringer’s Week 4 Fantasy Football Rankings
Need help on who to start and who to sit? We have you covered.
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‘The Creator’ Is Worth More Than Its Middling Story
Director Gareth Edwards is more accomplished at world-building and orchestrating chaos than he is at developing characters, but the way the movie was made could be a game changer throughout Hollywood
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The Damian Lillard Trade Roundtable
Who is the new title favorite? Are Dame and Giannis now the NBA’s best duo? And which star will be traded next? The Ringer NBA staff weighs in.
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The Heat Didn’t Panic for Dame. Maybe They Should Have.
Miami didn’t lose just the Damian Lillard sweepstakes on Wednesday. It potentially lost out on its Giannis Antetokounmpo pipe dream, too. What should the Heat do after losing out on another star?
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The Boys Are Back in Town With ‘Gen V’—and They’re Only Getting Started
The newest offering from the ‘Boys’ extended universe premieres Friday, and it’s full of the same super-antihero angst of the original series—now set in the bodies of impulsive, moody, horny young adults
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The Decade ‘Grand Theft Auto Online’ Owned
‘GTA Online’ was an undercooked afterthought when ‘GTA V’ launched, but 10 years later, it’s the Rockstar game’s greatest legacy
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How the Dame Deal Affects the Bucks, the NBA Title Race, and the Jrue Holiday Derby to Come
Is Milwaukee now the favorite in the East? Does Phoenix jump into pole position in the West? And where is Jrue going next? Here’s a look at Wednesday’s blockbuster trade from all angles.
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‘The Golden Bachelor’ Might Just Make You Believe in Love Again
No one on the newest iteration of the dating show is trying to become an influencer or launch a tequila brand. It’s just a bunch of earnest boomers looking for a second—or third, or fourth—chance at romance.
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‘The Rewatchables’: ‘The Big Chill’ | Lawrence Kasdan’s Friendship Comedy-Drama
Bill Simmons is joined by Chris Ryan and Sean Fennessey to rewatch Lawrence Kasdan’s 1983 comedy-drama, ‘The Big Chill,’ with Kevin Kline, Glenn Close, Tom Berenger, William Hurt, Jeff Goldblum, Mary Kay Place, and JoBeth Williams
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Put Me In, Coach
At the second Republican presidential debate, seven try-hard candidates made their case for being taken seriously
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Nothing Is Better Than This: The Oral History of ‘Stop Making Sense’
The Talking Heads’ 1984 concert movie—which A24 recently rereleased in theaters—is as propulsive today as it was the day it came out: an ingenious, joyous celebration of music and the iconic band captured in it
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The 2023 Ryder Cup Trust Index
The Ryder Cup is a combination of skill, teamwork, and confidence. And as such, there are some golfers you should put all your faith in coming into the 2023 edition … and some to be wary of.
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Everyone But Robert Saleh Can See Zach Wilson Isn’t the Guy for the Jets. Maybe NFL Hinge Could Help.
What if replacing the disappointing Jets QB were as easy as swiping right or dropping a superlike?
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The Damian Lillard Trade Changes Everything for the Bucks
Dame is headed to Milwaukee in a stunning three-team blockbuster, potentially solving both the Bucks’ present and future problems
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‘Ahsoka’ Episode 7 Recap: Moving the Pieces Around the Peridea Chessboard
"Dreams and Madness" is a classic setup episode that saves the series’ powder for the big finish. But for a fairly inconsequential episode on a plot level, it’s still a fast-moving, mostly entertaining trip.
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The Ringer’s NFL QB Rankings, Week 4
Just how elite is Tua Tagovailoa? And just how high has C.J. Stroud climbed after three impressive weeks?
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The Texans Got It Right With C.J. Stroud
The Ringer’s Ben Solak breaks down how the Houston Texans may have found their franchise quarterback in rookie C.J. Stroud
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‘The Boy and the Heron’ Caps Hayao Miyazaki’s Continuing Career
Hayao Miyazaki’s latest (and possibly last) Studio Ghibli release would be a fitting film for the legendary director to go out on, not that he’s ready to retire
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Should We Be Worried About the 1-2 Jaguars?
Quarterback Trevor Lawrence is playing better than the team’s record indicates, and Jacksonville has suffered from some bad luck. But the Jaguars’ early-season struggles could be a sign that this team’s ceiling is lower than previously thought.
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Radiohead: ‘In Rainbows’
We begin our season-long dissection of ‘In Rainbows’ with a sweeping biography of the band and its historic run of landmark albums
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“Nobody Lasts Forever”: How the Packers—and Green Bay—Are Moving On With Jordan Love
The Green Bay Packers have a long, storied history of fielding great quarterbacks. And Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers aren’t easy to forget. But the Green Bay faithful are ready to fall in Love again—just ask them.
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We’ll Never Know Everything About ‘Lost in Translation’
Just like the final words of Sofia Coppola’s now-20-year-old film, the best parts of the movie are left indecipherable
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Why Americans Are Losing Faith in College
Paul Tough discusses the noxious stew of economics, culture, and inequality that has turned a surprising number of Americans against college. Who’s to blame, and what happens next?
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The Best Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickup Options for Week 4
Yeah, you’ll probably want to pick up De’Von Achane. Who else?
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The Writers Strike Is Over. Can We All Be Friends Again?
What needs to happen for the new WGA deal to be finalized? Where did the WGA and AMPTP land on key issues? And what does this mean for the SAG-AFTRA strike?
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The Ringer’s Week 4 NFL Power Rankings
Brock Purdy and the steady 49ers are dominating the league, and the Cowboys are … still the Cowboys. Check out the rest of the rankings here.
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So, Which NFL Teams Can Actually Win the Super Bowl?
Yes, we’re only three weeks into the season. And yes, a lot can—and will—change over the next few months. But at this point, do any teams have a better shot than the Miami Dolphins and Kansas City Chiefs? And what are the Dallas Cowboys and Jacksonville Jaguars doing?
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What Marvel TV Could Learn From ‘Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.’ on Its 10th Anniversary
The current era of Marvel on Disney+ has been inconsistent, to say the least. Maybe it’s time to go back to basics and learn from Phil Coulson and Co.
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The Knicks Are Finally in Position to Land a Star Again
New York’s return to respectability hasn’t been linear or smooth, but the franchise’s patience could be paying off. The next time a superstar is on the move, don’t be surprised if they target the Knicks.
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The Hot Read, Week 3: Can the Miami Dolphins Be the Best Offense of All Time?
The Dolphins dropped 70 on the Broncos, and that was without one of their best playmakers. Plus: The Chargers save their season, poor officiating almost ruins the day, the Cardinals stun the Cowboys, award winners, and—wait, the Taylor Swift–Travis Kelce rumors were correct?!?
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They Can’t All Be ‘Andor’
‘Andor’ certainly makes a case for being the "best ‘Star Wars’ series," but the beauty in the ‘Star Wars’ franchise’s Disney+ experiment is that each title succeeds for entirely different reasons
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How to Write a Legitimately Great Song for a Movie
According to John Carney, the director of ‘Once,’ ‘Sing Street,’ ‘Begin Again,’ and, most recently, Apple TV+’s ‘Flora and Son’