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Dow Jones Falls 260 Points Ahead of Fed Meeting, Big Earnings; What to do now

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Dow Jones futures were higher in extended trading after the Dow Jones industrial average fell 260 points on Monday. The Federal Reserve’s policy meeting headlines the week, with big earnings results Amazon (AMZN), Apple (AAPL), letters (Google) and Meta platforms (Meta)




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Fed meeting, big earnings results

The central bank’s two-day meeting begins on Tuesday, and the central bank is widely expected to raise the target federal funds rate by 25 basis points to a range of 4.5% to 4.75%. Investors are placing a 99% probability on that rate of increase CME’s FedWatch tool.

Late Monday, an Apple supplier NXP Semiconductors (NXPI) fell 4.5% in extended trading after reporting its fourth-quarter earnings results.

Meta’s earnings are due late Wednesday, while Alphabet, Amazon and Apple are set for Thursday after earnings close.

This includes this week’s top earners Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Exxon Mobil (XOM), member of Dow Jones Merck (MRK) and Starbucks (Sex) vehicle manufacturers Ford (F) and General Motors (GM) are also reported.

Stock market today

On Monday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.8%, and the S&P 500 fell 1.3%. The tech-heavy Nasdaq composite was off 2%. in the middle Exchange Traded FundsNasdaq 100 tracker Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQwent down 2% and the SPDR S&P 500 (espionagefell 1.2%.

The electric vehicle is a giant Tesla (D.S.L.A) fell 6.3% on Monday. in the middle Dow Jones Stocks, Apple (AAPL) fell by 2% and Microsoft (MSFT) decreased by 2.2% Today’s stock market.

IBD Leaderboard Stock Imp (PI), Etsy (ETSY) and Wingstop (the wing) — as well as Dow Jones stocks Chevron (CVX) and JP Morgan Chase (JPM) — is one of the best stocks to buy and watch, with the current strength of the market rally.

Impinge is one IBD Leaderboard Stock. Etsy was recently IBD stock of the day. Impinch and Wingstop featured Near the column of this week’s stock buy zone.


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Dow Jones Futures Today: Oil Prices, Treasury Yields

Before Tuesday’s opening bell, Dow Jones futures were up 0.15% versus fair value, and S&P 500 futures were up 0.25%. Tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 futures cost 0.3% and are fair value. Remember that it is an overnight operation Dow Jones futures The next routine elsewhere doesn’t necessarily translate into actual trading stock market session.

The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield rose to 3.55% on Monday, extending its winning streak to three sessions. Last week, the 10-year yield did not end a three-week losing streak.

Oil prices fell more than 2% as markets looked ahead OPEC meeting this week. West Texas Intermediate futures fell below $78 a barrel. Ministers from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allies, including Russia (OPEC+), will meet on Wednesday. OPEC is widely expected to maintain current oil production levels, but may discuss possible policy changes.


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What to make of the ongoing stock market rally

Now is an important time to study IBD’s The Big Picture column Stock market trends in “Confirmed Bullish” amid strong gains in recent sessions.

With last week’s more bullish action, it makes sense for investors to increase exposure to 60% to 80%. But be prepared to move quickly as things can change quickly in the stock market, especially during this week’s news-driven market.

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Dow Jones stocks to buy and watch: Chevron, JP Morgan

Energy giant Chevron fell 2.9% on Monday for a second straight session. The stock broke below the 50-day moving average support level. Despite the recent weakness, CVX stock added a handle to a cup base, lowering the step from 189.78 to 187.91. IBD MarketSmith Chart Analysis.

Despite Monday’s 0.9% loss, banking giant JPMorgan remains in a buy range above the 138.76 flat-base buy point. JPM share Showing a solid 94 out of a perfect 99 IBD Joint Assessmentfor one IBD Stock Checkout. Composite Rating is designed to help investors easily find the best growth stocks.


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Best stocks to buy and watch: Impinj, Etsy, Wingstop

Share on the IBD Leaderboard Impinj ended Monday below a 129.12 buy point on the cup floor following its recent breakout move as shares fell 2.9% on Monday. Look for a decisive retracement of the buy point to signal another opportunity to buy the stock.

Background: Impinj’s expertise is in RF (Radio Frequency) semiconductors to identify, locate and authenticate objects. Despite losing money in 2020, the company earned 25 cents per share in 2021. And annual earnings per share are expected to rise 284% to 96 cents this year.

Etsy is down again 137.01 buy point in a Cup with handle after Monday’s 2.25% drop. If the stock re-enters, the 5% buy area rises to 143.86.

Background: The company provides an online e-commerce platform where creators of arts and crafts, antiques and other unique items sell their products. It has a unique business model that, over the past few years, has transformed it from a niche e-commerce marketplace to a top shopping destination across multiple categories.

Wingstop is fast approaching the 170.97 buy point in a lopsided cup base. Consider a possible handle to provide lower entry.

Background: The Dallas-based restaurant chain has more than 1,900 locations in the U.S. and international markets, according to Dow Jones Newswires. The company added 40 stores in the previous quarter to its international locations in Mexico, Colombia, Panama, Singapore and the UK. Earnings will be released on February 22. EPS is expected to grow 71%, with a 40% increase in revenue to $101.1 million.


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Tesla stock

Tesla stock It fell 6.3% on Monday, snapping a six-day winning streak and giving up a chunk of last week’s 33% surge. Despite a strong rebound since January 6, shares are still below the 200-day line. Tesla stock closed about 56% off its 52-week high.

Earlier on Monday, Tesla stock improved Buy from PT at Berenberg. The new price target is 200 from 255.

Dow Jones Leaders: Apple, Microsoft

in the middle Dow Jones Stocks, Apple shares tumbled 2% on Monday, ending a two-day winning streak. But they still hold above the 50-day line following strong gains in recent sessions. The stock is about 20% off its 52-week high. Apple will report its quarterly earnings on Thursday.

Microsoft stock fell 2.2% on Monday, ending just above its 50-day line, which it regained last week. Shares are at 23% above their 52-week high.

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6th Memphis police officer suspended in Dyer Nichols death

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MEMPHIS – The Memphis Police Department confirmed Monday that a sixth officer has been fired in connection with the incident. Death of Dyer Nicholas.

Earlier this month, five officers were fired by the department soon after being placed on leave He was charged last week with second-degree murder Mr. In connection with the death of Nichols. A sixth officer, Preston Hemphill, has been placed on administrative leave; It is not clear what role he played in this meeting.

On the same day that other officials were suspended, Mr. A department spokeswoman confirmed Monday that Hemphill had been placed on leave.

Jan. 7 On that night, police officers arrested Mr. After kicking Nichols in the head, pepper-spraying him and dragging him away, they beat him repeatedly with batons. Showed no signs of fighting back In videos of the incident released on Friday. Mr. Nichols, a 29-year-old black man, died at the hospital three days after the encounter.

Officer Hemphill’s attorney, Lee Gerald, said in a statement that one of four videos of the encounter released by the city Friday, dubbed Video 1, shows Officer Hemphill’s body from the camera.

“He was never at the second scene,” where officers said Mr. Nichols was caught after a short foot chase and severely beaten, Mr. Gerald said of Officer Hemphill. He added that his client is “cooperating with the authorities in this investigation”.

This is a growing story. Check back for updates.

Stock futures fall ahead of busy earnings week, Fed meeting

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International stocks now have attractive valuations, says Bain Capital's Courtney Garcia

Stock futures were lower on Monday morning as investors braced for a week ahead of key corporate earnings and Federal Reserve interest rate hikes.

Futures for the Dow Jones industrial average fell 178 points, or about 0.52%. S&P 500 futures fell 0.76%, while Nasdaq 100 futures fell 1.1%.

Wall Street is coming off a successful week as the stock market’s January rally continues. The Nasdaq Composite gained 4.3% for the week, while the S&P 500 and Dow added 2.5% and 1.8%, respectively.

There are many tests this week for this 2023 rally. A busy stretch of the corporate earnings season included reports from McDonald’s and General Motors on Tuesday, followed by tech giants Apple, MetaPlatforms, Amazon and Alphabet later in the week.

The Federal Open Market Committee meets on Tuesday and Wednesday, when the central bank is expected to raise rates by a quarter of a percentage point. Investors will be looking for clues about how much higher the central bank will raise rates in the fight against inflation.

“Inflation has shocked the Fed to the upside; they should be careful not to inadvertently cut rates too early. Don’t buy into this frenzy about a couple of rate cuts priced in for December. For now, help in the unlikely event the Fed makes a crash landing,” said David Zervos, chief market strategist at Jefferies. said in a note to clients.

Annie Wersching, best known for her role in the TV series 24, is 45 | Died at age 24

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Actress Annie Wersching is best known for her role as FBI agent Renee Walker in the television series 24He died at the age of 45.

Wersching died Sunday morning in Los Angeles following a battle with cancer, his publicist told The Associated Press. The type of cancer is not specified.

Neil Druckman, creator of the video game The Last of Us, in which Wersching voiced Tess, wrote on Twitter: “We have lost a beautiful artist and human being. My heart is broken. Thoughts are with her loved ones.

Actor Abigail Spencer, who appeared with Wersching in the sci-fi series Timeless, tweeted: “We love Annie Wersching. You will be deeply missed.

Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Wersching appeared in dozens of television shows during her two-decade career. His first credit was on Star Trek: Enterprise, and he had recurring roles in the seventh and eighth seasons of 24, Bosch, The Vampire Diaries, Marvel’s Runaways, The Rookie and, most recently, Second. Season 1 of Star Trek: Picard as Borg Queen.

According to Deadline, Wersching was diagnosed with cancer in 2020 and continued to work. She is survived by her husband, actor Stephen Full, and three sons. A GoFundMe page Set up to support the family.

Nadeem Zahavi was sacked as the leader of the UK Conservative Party over the tax issue

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LONDON – British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was ousted on Sunday following an ethics investigation into his Conservative leader’s tax affairs, the latest headache for Sunak’s party, which is lagging badly in the polls.

Nadim Zahavi was sacked due to a “gross breach” of the Ministerial Act, which governs how ministers should conduct themselves, Sunak said in a letter to Zahavi.

The scandal is the latest in a string for Sunak’s Conservative Party, and despite promises that a steady hand is now in charge, the allegations “Tory Sleaze” And mismanagement continues to dog the government.

The dismissal of Zahavi, a popular party figure, comes after weeks of revelations about his tax affairs. When he was Chancellor of the Exchequer or Chancellor of the Exchequer, he has come under scrutiny for settling a multi-million dollar tax bill with fines – in other words, he paid fines to the tax authorities at the same time. He is their boss.

Zahavi was in charge of the country’s treasury from July to September, during the final months of Boris Johnson’s tenure as prime minister.

Britain’s Rishi Sunak ventures into ‘Tory Sleaze’ studies

His Letter Sunak told Zahavi on Sunday that when he became prime minister late last year, at a particularly tumultuous time in British politics, he made the decision because he promised his government would have “integrity, professionalism and accountability at every level”. When Chung became leader last year, he presented himself as the man who would move the party away from the scandals of his predecessors Liz Truss and Boris Johnson.

Sunak’s decision to fire its chairman came after it ordered Larry Magnus, an independent ethics consultant, to investigate Zahavi’s tax affairs. The tax bill in question sold shares in YouGov, the polling company founded by Zahavi.

In Counsel’s judgment Zahavi did not announce that his tax affairs were being investigated when Johnson made him finance minister. The four-page report, published on Sunday, also said Zahavi failed to disclose details when Sunak made him leader of the Conservative Party. The report says these deficiencies fail to meet the standards to which ministers must adhere.

Zahavi said the tax authority concluded the error was “careless and not intentional”, but insisted he believed he “acted correctly throughout”.

Sunak initially sided with Zahavi. Now opposition politicians have questioned what the prime minister knew before appointing Zahavi to a senior job in the party.

Labour’s shadow education secretary Bridget Phillipson said: “It is vital that we get answers now about what Rishi Sunak knew and when he knew it. We have to look at all the documents, not just the Prime Minister’s role.

William Booth contributed to this report.

Italy’s Eni signs $8 billion Libyan gas deal during Prime Minister Meloni’s visit to Tripoli

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ROME/TRIPOLI, Jan 28 (Reuters) – Italian energy giant Eni and Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) signed an $8 billion gas production deal on Saturday, aiming to boost energy supplies to Europe despite insecurity and political turmoil in the North African nation.

The agreement, signed during a visit to Tripoli by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, aims to increase gas production for the Libyan domestic market and for export.

Output will reach a plateau of 750 million cubic feet per day beginning in 2026, Eni said in a statement.

“This agreement enables major investments in Libya’s energy sector, contributing to local development and job creation, while strengthening Eni’s role as the country’s leading operator,” said its chief executive, Claudio Descalzi.

Meloni met with Libyan Prime Minister Abdulhamid al-Dibiba, head of the internationally recognized Government of National Unity (GNU), for talks in Tripoli that also focused on migration across the Mediterranean.

At a joint news conference with Descalzi, NOC President Farhad Bengdara said the gas deal lasted 25 years and was the most important new investment in Libya’s energy sector in a quarter of a century.

European countries have increasingly sought to replace Russian gas with energy supplies from North Africa and elsewhere over the past year because of the war in Ukraine.

Italy is already a leader in gas extraction from Algeria, where it is building a new strategic partnership that includes an investment in state energy company Sonatrac to help it reverse years of declining production.

Political risk

However, the agreements reached in Tripoli could be undermined by Libya’s internal conflict, which has divided the country between rival factions vying for control of the government and denying each other’s claims to political legitimacy.

Underscoring the uncertainty, Dbeibah’s own oil minister, Mohamed Oun, ruled out any deal the NOC could strike with Italy, saying in a video on the ministry’s website that the ministry should make such deals.

Eni’s Descalci said the deal would also include a carbon capture facility and solar power.

NOC chairman Bengtara was appointed last year by Dbeibah, whose own interim government was installed in 2021 through a UN-backed process.

The eastern-based parliament and factions that support it said early last year that the government was no longer legitimate, rejecting both Bengtara’s appointment and Tripoli’s deals with foreign states.

Chaos in Libya since the 2011 NATO-backed uprising that ousted dictator Muammar Gaddafi has left much of the country in the hands of armed factions.

In statements to the press, DiPeba and Meloni also discussed illegal migration from Libya to Italy, which Rome’s right-wing leader made central to his political campaign when he came to power.

Dbeibah said Italy would support Libya by providing new search and rescue vessels.

Insecurity and lawlessness have made Libya a large, albeit dangerous, port for migrants trying to reach Europe, often via Italy. Every year hundreds of migrants die trying to make the journey.

Italy’s Interior Minister Matteo Piantossi, who oversees the migration issue for Rome, accompanied Meloni to Libya, as did Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani.

Reporting by Ayman al-Warbali in Libya and Gavin Jones in Rome; Additional reporting by Ahmed Dolba and Enes Alashrey in Cairo; By Angus McDowall and Gavin Jones; Editing by Clelia Oziel

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One dead, four injured in shooting in Baltimore

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One man dead and four injured after Baltimore shooting and crash — Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison said officers received a ShotSpotter alert of shots fired near Pennsylvania Junction at 6:39 p.m. Avenue and Lawrence Street in the city’s Upton neighborhood. Harrison said a man standing in the street was shot and died at the hospital. Another person standing in the street was shot and is in stable condition, Harrison said.A woman in the car was critically injured from a gunshot wound. She went off the street and hit a utility pole. There were two children in the car — a 6-year-old boy who was critically injured in the crash and a 2-year-old boy who was shot and is in critical condition. steady state. Harrison said someone fired shots, but the target was not known. Anyone with information is asked to call police at 410-396-2100 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 866-7LOCKUP

A shooting and crash in Baltimore left one person dead and four children — including two infants — injured.

Baltimore Police Commissioner Michael Harrison said officers received a ShotSpotter alert of multiple rounds fired near the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and Lawrence Street in the city’s Upton neighborhood around 6:39 p.m.

Harrison said that a person who was standing on the street was shot and was admitted to the hospital and died. Another man standing in the street was shot and is in stable condition, Harrison said.

A woman in the car was critically injured in the shooting. She went down the street and hit a pole.

There were two children in the car — a 6-year-old boy who was critically injured in the crash and a 2-year-old boy who was shot and is in critical but stable condition.

Harrison said someone fired shots, but they don’t know who the intended target was.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 410-396-2100 or Metro Crime Stoppers at 866-7LOCKUP.

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College basketball picks, schedule: Predictions vs. spread, odds for SEC-Big 12 Challenge 2023

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One of the most loaded days of the college basketball season thus far arrives on Saturday, with the annual SEC/Big 12 Challenge highlighting the weekend’s action. The slate tilts early and runs through the night to polish the slate with a matchup against No. 8 Kentucky at 8 p.m. 9 will end with the Kansas matchup.

The Big 12 is rated the best conference in college hoops this season after a No. 1 ranking last season, but the SEC has some bragging rights heading into the weekend after tying the series in 2019, winning each of its last two challenges—4 of 20 since the Big 12’s inception in 2013-14. 3 edge (both years the leagues were tied) as well as a 48-41 overall record. But the SEC is challenging in this event and has some favorable matchups that could be the first league to three-peat since the Big 12 did it three years ago.

Here our experts have picks and predictions for the biggest games of the day.

Odds by Caesars Sportsbook | East at all times

Special game | Oklahoma Sooners vs. Alabama Crimson Tide

2 pm | ESPN, fuboTV (try it for free) — Alabama beat some really good teams in the game this season — among them Kentucky, Missouri And State of Michigan — but I think OU keeps it close. The Crimson Tide hasn’t lost since mid-December, but has flirted with losing several times in recent outings. The Chinese at home and their depth will keep it tight and in numbers. Prediction: Oklahoma +6 — Boone

Special game | LSU Tigers vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders

2 pm | ESPNU, fuboTV (try it for free) — LSU has lost seven straight and Texas Tech has lost eight straight, so on paper this looks like a pretty balanced matchup of struggling teams. But while the Red Raiders were at least competitive during that stretch, the Tigers averaged 24.8 points over their last four games. I’ll fade LSU until it shows it’s not worth the fade. Prediction: Texas Tech -3 — Boone

Special game | Missouri Tigers vs. Iowa State Cyclones

2 pm | ESPN2, fuboTV (try it for free) — A very evenly matched game between ISU and Mizzou here — good defense against the Cyclones and a good offense from the Tigers — so I’m going to lean the home team. Missouri’s only loss this season was on its home floor to a potential No. 1 seed Kansas And Alabama so if I’m getting points for the home team I’ll take it. Prediction: Missouri +1.5 — Boone

Special game | Mississippi State Bulldogs vs. TCU Horned Frogs

4 pm | ESPN2, fuboTV (try it for free) — This TCU team has double-digit wins over Kansas and OU, so I’d love to see them rotate on the road against a lower-tier SEC club. The Bulldogs have been competitive despite falling off their 11-0 start to a 12-8 record, so I expect this to be close, but riding the Horned Frogs here. Prediction: TCU -2 — Boone

Special game | Baylor Bears vs. Arkansas Razorbacks

4 pm | ESPN, fuboTV (try it for free) — Davonte Davis has emerged as a difference-maker for Arkansas, Ricky Council IV slumped slightly and No. 1 recruit Nick Smith Jr. is still sidelined with a knee injury. Waco was led by a backcourt trio of Keonte George, LJ Cryer and Adam Flagler. These two teams go in opposite directions, so I’ll take the late riser. Prediction: Baylor -6 — Boone

Special game | Tennessee Volunteers vs. Texas Longhorns

6 pm | ESPN, fuboTV (try it for free) — Another sad choice. I think this is likely to be the best game of the weekend. Texas has a top-shelf offense and goes on the road to face a Tennessee team built around its No. 1-ranked defense. My only concern is whether or not there are horses to keep up the Vols Horns. Tennessee hasn’t had that problem of late, but this Texas team is built to pull off this win even in a road venue. Prediction: Texas +7.5 — Boone

Special game | Kansas State Wildcats vs. Florida Gators

6 pm | ESPN2, fuboTV (try it for free) — Kansas State is still undefeated at home all season under first-year coach Jerome Tang, and that streak rolls into the Florida Octagon of Doom this weekend. The Wildcats are 8-3 ATS at home this season, so I’d like to put the number with them at this point. Prediction: Kansas State -5 — Boone

No. 9 Kansas at Kentucky

Special game | Kentucky Wildcats vs. Kansas Jayhawks

8 pm | ESPN, fuboTV (try it for free) — One of the most fascinating elements of the Kentucky-Kansas matchup will be how KU’s understated approach will look in the front court against UK’s interior monster Oscar DeShipwe. While UK has developed a more flexible and versatile defense, the Wildcats haven’t played as aggressively as Kansas since they were burned by Alabama on Jan. 7 amid the reduced role of undersized point guard Zahvir Wheeler. It could be a long night for UK if the Jayhawks can use their undersized teams to keep Shipway away from the basket and keep Kentucky off 1-on-1 triples with players like Jalen Wilson, Grady Dick and Kevin McCuller. Prediction: Kansas +1 — David Cobb

Special game | Oklahoma State Cowboys vs. Ole Miss Rebels

8 pm | ESPN2, fuboTV (try it for free) — This Oklahoma State team has got some sass and looks like it could be a tricky second weekend team with veteran guard play and the way it plays inside and outside with the odd pairing of Kalib Boone and Moussa Cisse. I like this pull pokes a close one. Prediction: Ole Miss +10 — Boone

12 noon | ESPN, fuboTV (try it for free) — Kicking the predictions with an upset pick! Auburn has a terrific bunch that can play inside and out with Wendell Green and Johnny Broom. West Virginia is a tough out, especially Morgantown, but talent for talent I think I’d like the Tigers by a smidge to make this close and maybe pull off the upset in the first game of the day. Prediction: Auburn +4 — Boone

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Birdy 49ers’ QB, Trae Lance is a ‘mistake’, says ESPN pundit

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Even a Brock Birdie In between, Sunday’s NFC Championship game stinks San Francisco 49ers And the former and current NFL player says the Philadelphia Eagles won’t be good enough to cost him the starting quarterback job next year ESPN pundit Ryan Clark.

On Friday’s episode of “First Take,” Clarke was clear on two things. First, Birdie received early recognition after going undefeated through the NFL title game (and beyond!). “That’s zero question,” Clark said. “… No matter what happens on Sunday, next year, Brock Birdie is the quarterback, without competition.”

Clark noted that Purdy has clearly outplayed Jimmy Garoppolo; He’s been more consistent, and he’s shown more ability outside of the pocket. Then Clark made his second bold announcement: Trey Lance’s time had already come and gone in the Bay Area.

“Whether it’s Kyle Shanahan’s decision or John Lynch’s decision, they have to finally say, ‘We made a mistake with Trae Lance. If we’re going to go talent-wise, if we’re going to go for the guy with the greatest potential in the game, we should have picked Justin Fields. We got it wrong. ,” Clark said. “But, as life wills, fate and destiny will decide, Mr. Irrelevant, [they] Brock chose Birdie. Right now, he doesn’t even know how to lose in the NFL.”

Even a few weeks ago, such an announcement was still considered strange. Not so anymore. Lance, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft and still only 22 years old, is set to usurp Birdie next season, with pick No. 262 in 2022. Which means Clark is right, as strange as it may sound: Lance’s future in San Francisco is definitely up in the air.

Sunday’s NFC title bout begins at noon on Fox.



‘GMA3’ hosts Amy Robach and DJ Holmes leave ABC after reported romance

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DJ Holmes and Amy Robach, anchors of the third hour of ABC’s flagship morning show “Good Morning America,” are leaving ABC News, network president Kim Godwin announced in a memo to employees Friday evening.

“I know this has been a distraction for many of us, but don’t forget all the great work that makes ABC News the #1 news network in America, and it’s all because of you,” Godwin wrote in the memo. “I want to thank you again for your patience and professionalism during this time,” via CNN.

A decision on who will co-host ABC’s “GMA3” and “20/20” — which Robach co-hosts — will come later, Godwin said.

“After many fruitful conversations with Amy Robach and TJ Holmes about different options, we all agreed that moving on from ABC News was in the best interest of everyone,” an ABC spokesperson said in a statement Friday evening. “We recognize their talent and dedication over the years and thank them for their contributions.”

The network is in talks with the “GMA3” anchors this week about the exit, and talks have advanced to the final stage, a person familiar with the matter said. A final deal could be reached by Friday afternoon.

“There’s a lot of frustration on all sides that could have been handled better,” the person said.

After the Daily Mail reported that Holmes and Robach were romantically involved last month, they were all out.

In a memo sent to network employees at the time, ABC News President Kim Godwin announced that the anchors would remain off the air pending the outcome of an internal review.

Godwin called the matter an “internal and external distraction” and asked employees not to “gossiper” about the matter while at work.

Although the couple has not aired on “GMA3,” they have filled a rotating cast of hosts for Roebuck and Holmes.