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Patriots and Bears top NFL standings in parity-filled season
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The New England Patriots (11-2) and Chicago Bears (9-3) lead their conferences amid an NFL season marked by unprecedented parity. Both teams, guided by second-year quarterbacks and new head coaches, have turned around from previous struggles to become top contenders.
More than two weeks into the 2025-26 NBA season, six teams have defied preseason predictions with strong starts. The Los Angeles Lakers, Portland Trail Blazers, Milwaukee Bucks, Chicago Bulls, Philadelphia 76ers and Miami Heat have shown surprising depth and performance despite injuries and roster changes. These franchises, often underestimated, are proving their potential early on.