Tiger Woods reportedly has withdrawn from the Safeway Open, "three days before the start" of the PGA Tour event. The news comes "just three days after Woods committed to play in the season-opening event" in Napa, Calif. This is a "crushing blow for tournament officials, whose ticket sales have doubled over last year." Woods was "set to play the pro-am with NBA star Steph Curry, then play alongside Phil Mickelson for the first two rounds" (GOLFCHANNEL.com, 10/10). The tournament "sold nearly 30K extra tickets" once Woods "announced he was playing" (TWITTER.com, 10/10).

Wonderful Pistachios is launching a new ad campaign featuring the character Ernie the Elephant, voiced by the WWE's John Cena. In addition, Seahawks CB Richard Sherman will be "featured in digital videos and two 'Get Crackin'' commercials later in the football season." The first two spots, "one focused on a baseball game and another that takes place in an elevator," begin airing today. Wonderful Co. handles its own creative and media strategies through its in-house Wonderful Agency (ADAGE.com, 10/10).

ESPN as part of its “MNF” pregame coverage for Buccaneers-Panthers tonight will air a video highlighting analyst Randy Moss’ involvement in the Charlotte community. Moss is one of several hosts of “Bootcamp,” a CrossFit workout held in Charlotte on Monday and Wednesday nights. An ESPN camera crew last Wednesday shot video of Moss and the more than 100 people who took part. “When we go into a city, we try to show some of the sites and flavor of the city in our broadcasts,” ESPN Senior Coordinating Producer Seth Markman said.

Moss approached Markman with the idea, which will air as a lead-in to his recurring “MNF” segment, “You Got Moss’d!” Moss, who is in his first full year as an analyst on ESPN’s “Sunday NFL Countdown” and “MNF” productions, will then talk live on set about Bootcamp and what it means to him. Markman did not go into specifics, but added iconic shots of Charlotte would be shown on the pregame show and throughout the game.

The NHL Panthers today announced a multiyear partnership with Uber that includes having a designated pick-up and drop-off zone at BB&T Center. There will also be discounted driver tickets for select home games and ticket giveaways for Uber users throughout the season. Uber will also receive permanent signage in its designated area of the arena parking lot (Panthers).

The Broncos today said that coach Gary Kubiak is expected to be released from the hospital this afternoon after he experienced flu-like symptoms following Sunday’s loss to the Falcons. Kubiak underwent several precautionary tests at a local hospital and was diagnosed with a complex migraine condition that caused extreme fatigue and body weakness. He has received medication for the condition (Broncos).

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The Nevada State Athletic Commission has issued a "hefty fine" to UFC fighter Conor McGregor "for his part in the UFC 202 press conference melee that unfolded" ahead of his August rematch against Nate Diaz. He was fined 5% of his $3M purse – $150,000 – "as well as 50 hours of community service" (FOXSPORTS.com, 10/10).

Under Armour has signed a multiyear deal to “become Georgia State’s apparel provider starting July 1, 2017.” Financial terms were not disclosed. Nike is the “current outfitter for Georgia State’s teams” (MYAJC.com, 10/10).

Univision Deportes and MLB will make Game 3 of the Nationals-Dodgers NLDS available in Spanish tonight. It is the first time that MLB has partnered with a Spanish-language media company for a stand-alone broadcast (Univision).

Bridgestone Golf has selected Virginia-based Buffalo.Agency to develop a public relations program (Bridgestone).

The Ravens and Eagles are both teaming with the United Way to launch Character Playbook, a digital learning initiative focused on youth character development and building healthy relationships, in their respective markets. Verizon is involved in the Ravens' implementation of the program (THE DAILY).

"I think it’s really dumb of them. ... I think it’s dumb and disrespectful" – U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, on 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick and other athletes refusing to stand during the National Anthem (YAHOO.com, 10/10).

"Trying to determine whether or not the Rangers are good for your city is not dependent on how they do in one playoff series. This isn’t going to change anyone’s mind" – Tarrant County (Texas) Republican Party Chair Tim O’Hare, on whether the MLB Rangers' loss by sweep in the ALDS will impact the upcoming vote on a ballpark proposal (STAR-TELEGRAM.com, 10/10).

Kings & 76ers getting $5M each for their jersey ads, means league could pull in more than $190M+ in a single year off this program.

— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) October 10, 2016

I get fined more than these bums get paid

— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) October 10, 2016

LSU AD Joe Alleva: "I think it’s going to be very difficult to reschedule this (UF) game. We are not going to give up a home game"

— Brett McMurphy (@McMurphyESPN) October 10, 2016

LSU's AD trying to look tough reassures us that cooperation w/isn't likely. I'll repeat Leadership is lacking at every level. Commissioner?

— Tim Brando (@TimBrando) October 10, 2016

Rutgers lost by 78 points this weekend. These are the saddest photos from it. https://t.co/rPoGVBR0Dh pic.twitter.com/ZeTuuLATVl

— SB Nation (@SBNation) October 10, 2016

The Heat will host their annual breast-cancer awareness scrimmage, beginning at 7:30pm ET at AmericanAirlines Arena. Proceeds from the $1 admission charge will benefit the Miami Cancer Institute. The event fulfills the NBA's requirement that all teams stage an open practice. 

Red Bull offers highlights from its recent freerunning event, The Art of Motion finals in Santorini.

$412,000 – Amount of revenue Ohio State has generated "selling beer to fans" during the first three home football games this season at Ohio Stadium (BIZJOURNALS.com, 10/10).