The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia State men's basketball head coach Rob Lanier following the team's 77-59 win over William and Mary Nov. 20. Topics included the victory, senior guard Kane Williams scoring a game-high 23 points, the high amount of turnovers by the Panthers, the team's rebounding ability and preparing to visit High Point Nov. 21.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia State men's soccer player Ross Finnie Nov. 20 ahead of the team's second round match at national seed Georgetown in the second round of the NCAA Tournament Nov. 21. The Panthers won their first NCAA Tournament match in program history Nov. 18 on a 1-0 victory at Charlotte. Topics included the victory, having the assist on the lone goal of the contest by teammate George Proctor during a set piece, the reception of the victory by the Georgia State community, enjoying the sights at Washington, D.C. and preparing to face Georgetown.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia State men's soccer head coach Brett Surrency Nov. 20 ahead of the team's second round match at national seed Georgetown in the second round of the NCAA Tournament Nov. 21. The Panthers won their first NCAA Tournament match in program history Nov. 18 on a 1-0 victory at Charlotte. Topics included the victory, the lone goal of the match coming from George Proctor on a pass from Ross Finnie during a set piece, the reception of the victory by the Georgia State community, enjoying the sights at Washington, D.C. and preparing to face Georgetown

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United manager Gonzalo Pineda Nov. 20 ahead of the team's MLS Cup Playoffs match against New York City FC taking place Nov. 21. Topics included preparations for the match, playing in the unique confines of Yankee Stadium, the availability of players such as Santiago Sosa, Marcelino Moreno and Josef Martinez, tactical approach facing NYC FC, thoughts on the Mexican National Team and more.

The Sports Inquirer attended the presser of Atlanta United midfielder Ezequiel Barco Nov. 20 ahead of the team's MLS Cup Playoffs match against New York City FC taking place Nov. 21. Topics included preparations for the match, playing in the unique confines of Yankee Stadium and the possibility of it being his last match for Atlanta United.

In this edition of the Technical State of Georgia Athletics, we preview Georgia State football’s home contest against Arkansas State in Sun Belt Conference play with audio from Panthers’ head coach Shawn Elliott. We also caught up with Georgia State linebacker Jamil Muhommad for an exclusive interview.

In this edition of the Gridiron Blitz, we preview the 11th week of the NFL season.

NFL predictions

Season-to-date

Week 1: 6-9-1

Week 2: 3-13-0

Week 3: 9-7-0

Week 4: 9-7-0

Week 5: 7-8-1

Week 6: 7-7-0

Week 7: 7-5-0

Week 8: 4-11-0

Week 9: 5-7-1

Week 10:  not available

Season: 59-75-3

This week’s picks (home team in CAPS)

New England Patriots beat ATLANTA FALCONS (win)

BUFFALO BILLS (-7) Indianapolis Colts

CHICAGO BEARS (+4.5) Baltimore Ravens

Detroit Lions (+11.5) CLEVELAND BROWNS

TENNESSEE TITANS (-10.5) Houston Texans

MINNESOTA VIKINGS (+1.5) Green Bay Packers

Miami Dolphins (-3) NEW YORK JETS

PHILADELPHIA EAGLES (-2) New Orleans Saints

Washington Football Team (+3.5) CAROLINA PANTHERS

San Francisco 49ers (-6.5) JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS

LAS VEGAS RAIDERS (+1) Cincinnati Bengals

KANSAS CITY CHIEFS (-2.5) Dallas Cowboys

Arizona Cardinals (-2.5) SEATTLE SEAHAWKS

LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (-6) Pittsburgh Steelers

TAMPA BUCS (-11) New York Giants

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia State volleyball player Meisheia Griffin for an exclusive interview Nov. 18 following her team's 3-1 victory over Arkansas State in the first round of the Sun Belt Tournament the same day. The senior middle had a team-high 14 kills along with a match-high seven blocks in the win. Topics included the victory, being named the conference's Defensive Player of the Year and preparing to face South Alabama in the tournament quarterfinals Nov. 19.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia State football player Jamil Muhammad for an exclusive interview Nov. 16. The sophomore linebacker had a sack and forced fumble on the same play in the Panthers' 42-40 road win at previously ranked Coastal Carolina Nov. 13. Topics included the play, the Panthers earning their first-ever victory over a ranked opponent, the defense creating turnovers, initially entering Georgia State as a quarterback and transitioning to the linebacker position and the team preparing to host Arkansas State Nov. 20.

The Sports Inquirer spoke with Georgia State men's soccer player Gunther Rankenburg for an interview Nov. 16. Topics with the junior goalkeeper included the Panthers being selected for the NCAA Tournament, his selection to the All-MAC First Team and preparing to face Charlotte Nov. 18.