NYT Connections Sports Edition: Clues and Solutions for October 31


**Connections: Sports Edition – A Fresh Challenge for Sports Aficionados**

*Connections: Sports Edition* offers a novel spin on the beloved [New York Times word game](https://www.nytimes.com/games/connections), crafted specifically for sports fans. Similar to the original *Connections*, the aim is to uncover the “common links among words.” Furthermore, akin to *Wordle*, [*Connections*](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-connections-hint-answer-today-october-31-2024) resets at midnight every day, with each subsequent puzzle ramping up in difficulty. To assist you, we’ve included some hints and strategies to navigate today’s puzzle.

If you’re eager for today’s solution, you can jump to the conclusion of this article for the answer to the October 28 *Connections* puzzle. But if you’d prefer to tackle it yourself, continue reading for some valuable clues, tactics, and advice.

### What is *Connections: Sports Edition*?

The *New York Times* has introduced this new daily word game in partnership with *The Athletic*, its sports-centric publication. [*Connections*](https://mashable.com/article/nyt-connections-hint-answer-today-february-21-2024) is playable on both web browsers and mobile devices. The objective is to categorize four words sharing a common theme.

Each puzzle comprises 16 words, and players need to sort them into four distinct groups. These categories may cover anything from book titles to software names, nations, and more. While some words might seem interconnected, for each set, there is a single correct grouping.

Once a player accurately identifies a group, those words are removed from play. Conversely, incorrect guesses count as errors. Players can make up to four mistakes before the game concludes.

To assist with recognizing connections, players can shuffle the board. Each group is color-coded: yellow for the simplest, followed by green, blue, and purple. Like *Wordle*, you can share your outcomes on social media with your friends.

### Hints for Today’s *Connections: Sports Edition* Categories

Need a little push without giving everything away? Here are some clues for today’s categories:

– **Yellow:** *If you’re not this, you’re last.*
– **Green:** *Ground game.*
– **Blue:** *Bracket terminology.*
– **Purple:** *Humorous sports fiction.*

### Today’s *Connections: Sports Edition* Categories

Still in a bind? Here are the categories for today’s puzzle:

– **Yellow:** *In No. 1 position.*
– **Green:** *Football running maneuvers.*
– **Blue:** *Beginnings of NCAA Tournament rounds.*
– **Purple:** *Abbott and Costello’s baseball roster.*

### The Solution to Today’s *Connections: Sports Edition*

Ready for the answer? This is your final opportunity to step back before we unveil the solutions!

Drumroll, please…

The answer to *Connections: Sports Edition* #38 is:

– **In No. 1 position:** FIRST, FRONT, LEAD, POLE
– **Football running maneuvers:** DRAW, SNEAK, SWEEP, TOSS
– **Beginnings of NCAA Tournament rounds:** ELITE, FINAL, SECOND, SWEET
– **Abbott and Costello’s baseball roster:** BECAUSE, I DON’T KNOW, WHAT, WHO

Don’t fret if you missed it this time—another *Connections* puzzle will be available tomorrow, and we’ll return with further hints to assist you.

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