USATSI Robbie Gould, the most accurate postseason kicker of the 21st century, is calling it a career after 18 seasons a day after turning 41. Gould played 18 NFL seasons with the Chicago Bears (2005-2015), the New York Giants (2016) and the San Francisco 49ers (2017-2022). In 16 playoff games, he drained all 29 of his field goals and all …
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Multiple hurdles remain on path to paying college athletes despite concessions in new NCAA proposal
LAS VEGAS — After making his first public appearance since Tuesday’s earth-shaking player compensation proposal, NCAA president Charlie Baker slipped out a side door and down a service elevator as a few media members attempted to ask questions. “It’s just a start,” he said of his plan before hitting the “down” button. That much was obvious on Day 1 post-proposal, …
Read More »Islanders build rinks outside arena for fans
Greg Wyshynski, ESPNDec 7, 2023, 11:44 AM ET CloseGreg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer. The New York Islanders have built two public pond hockey rinks outside of UBS Arena that will host 4-on-4 tournaments and “learn to play” clinics in conjunction with USA Hockey. One rink will have natural ice where 4-on-4 youth and adult teams will hold games …
Read More »Panthers TE Hayden Hurst’s reveals post-traumatic amnesia symptoms: ‘Can’t remember four hours after game’
USATSI Carolina Panthers tight end Hayden Hurst suffered a concussion in the Week 10 loss to the Chicago Bears, and has not played since. While he was listed as a limited participant in practice on Wednesday, his father revealed Hurst has been diagnosed with a more serious issue. According to Jerry Hurst, Hayden has been diagnosed with post-traumatic amnesia by …
Read More »Ohio State football misses on it’s top remaining offensive tackle recruit
After Ohio State football hosted Florida IMG offensive tackle, Jordan Seaton this past weekend, many thought it was a very good sign for the Buckeyes and the elite prospect. Well, it didn’t work out for Ohio State, as the No. 1 offensive tackle and 15th overall prospect according to the 247Sports Composite Rankings, selected Coach Prime and Colorado on Thursday …
Read More »2024 NFL Mock Draft: Patriots’ Bill Belichick gets QB, Caleb Williams falls to unexpected team outside top 5
… Source link : https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/draft/news/2024-nfl-mock-draft-patriots-bill-belichick-gets-qb-caleb-williams-falls-to-unexpected-team-outside-top-5/ Author : Chris Trapasso Publish date : 2023-12-07 15:51:02 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Read More »Eagles’ Nick Sirianni agrees with fans who waited outside practice facility with ‘Run The Ball’ sign
Nick Sirianni heard the clamors from Philadelphia Eagles’ fans to run the ball more during his three seasons as head coach, even if his team has the second-most rushing yards and most rushing attempts in the NFL since he became head coach. After just nine carries from the running backs in Sunday’s loss to the San Francisco 49ers, Sirianni was …
Read More »James Madison reportedly targeting Holy Cross football coach Bob Chesney
Bob Chesney, who guided Holy Cross to a 44-21 record and five consecutive Patriot League championships, is reportedly set to be named the head coach at James Madison University. According to multiple reports, James Madison University is expected to name Bob Chesney, who guided the Holy Cross football team to a record five straight Patriot League championships in his six …
Read More »What could Patriots fetch in a Belichick trade? NFL execs weigh in
What could Patriots fetch in a Belichick trade? NFL execs weigh in originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston If Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots want to part on somewhat friendly terms this offseason, there’s one scenario that might make sense for both parties: a trade. NFL coaching trades are rare but not uncommon. And with Belichick under contract …
Read More »2024 NFL Mock Draft: Patriots trade up to No. 1 for quarterback, Steelers strengthen secondary
Caleb Williams announced that he won’t play in USC’s bowl game, which means that, barring the truly unforeseen, he’s likely taken his final collegiate snap. It also means that in 142 days from the time that I’m writing this, he has a great chance to be the first player taken in the 2024 NFL Draft. In mock draft 4.0, I …
Read More »Notes: The Alabama player who’s caught Senior Bowl’s eye
Among half a dozen Alabama football seniors who could land an invitation to the Reese’s Senior Bowl, none have impressed Senior Bowl Executive Director Jim Nagy more than wide receiver Jermaine Burton. He’s still got a ways to go in evaluating the Crimson Tide’s candidates for the annual all-star game (more on that in a minute), but he’s seen enough …
Read More »Steelers vs. Patriots props, odds, best bets, AI predictions, TNF picks: Mitch Trubisky goes over 180.5 yards
The Pittsburgh Steelers (7-5) will host the New England Patriots (2-10) at Acrisure Stadium for Thursday Night Football to kick off Week 14. Since firing offensive coordinator Matt Canada two weeks ago, the Steelers have piled up 738 yards of total offense, their highest for any two-week stretch this season, but have only managed 26 points during that span. Meanwhile, …
Read More »Week 14 NFL picks, odds, 2023 best bets from advanced model: This 5-way football parlay would pay out 25-1
Baltimore will return from its bye when it hosts the Rams on Sunday during the Week 14 NFL schedule. The Ravens picked up back-to-back double-digit wins over the Bengals and Chargers before having the week off and own a two-game lead over Pittsburgh in the AFC North standings. They are 7-point favorites against the Rams in the Week 14 NFL …
Read More »Holy Cross football coach Bob Chesney reportedly heading to James Madison University
Bob Chesney, who guided Holy Cross to a 44-21 record and five consecutive Patriot League championships, is reportedly set to be named the head coach at James Madison University. According to multiple reports, James Madison University is expected to name Bob Chesney, who guided the Holy Cross football team to a record five straight Patriot League championships in his six …
Read More »Steelers vs. Patriots odds, line, spread: Thursday Night Football picks, predictions by model on 176-128 roll
The Pittsburgh Steelers will try to overcome the loss of their starting quarterback when they host the New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football as Week 14 gets underway. Pittsburgh (7-5) will have Mitch Trubisky under center after Kenny Pickett suffered a high-ankle sprain in last week’s 24-10 loss to Arizona. Pickett could miss up to four weeks after undergoing …
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