Eagles fans were cast in an unlikely role in Brazil: ambassadors of American football. Assigned to be ... for both the Eagles and Corinthians. “We match Eagles fans very well,” he said.

Bucknell averages 60.9 points per game, 10.9 fewer points than the 71.8 American allows to opponents. The Eagles and Bison match up Wednesday for the first time in Patriot play this season.

Boston University averages 56.4 points per game, 14.1 fewer points than the 70.5 American allows. The Eagles and Terriers match up Wednesday for the first time in Patriot play this season.

A quarterback for Manaus FA, arguably the best American football team in the region ... the team’s headquarters one day before its home match against Galo FA, the defending champions.