The Chargers wasted no time responding to a historically poor Thursday night loss to the Raiders, dismissing both head coach Brandon Staley and general manager Tom Telesco on Friday. Los Angeles’ move marks the third different in-season coaching change of the 2023 NFL season, and they could be just a precursor to more overhaul in the 2024 offseason. As it …
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Darren Waller, Dexter Lawrence questionable to play for Giants
Tight end Darren Waller returned to practice for the Giants this week, but the team isn’t saying whether he’ll play against the Saints on Sunday. Waller is listed as questionable to be activated off injured reserve. Waller has been out since suffering a hamstring injury on October 29. Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence (hamstring) and left guard Justin Pugh (calf) are …
Read More »Heat is on Eagles coordinators to find way to stop Philly’s disturbing slide
Ralph Vacchiano NFC East Reporter When the Philadelphia Eagles returned to work after being pummeled by the San Francisco 49ers two weeks ago, two fans greeted them outside their practice facility with a sign that read “Run the ball.” This week, when they came back after being crushed by the Dallas Cowboys, one fan stood outside with a sign that …
Read More »Michigan State football WR transfer Tyrell Henry commits to Wisconsin
After two seasons with the program, wide receiver Tyrell Henry made the decision to transfer away from the program. He has now found his new home. Henry, a Michigan native, will be staying in the Big Ten, making the move to transfer to Wisconsin, he announced. Henry had 24 catches for 195 yards and 3 touchdowns during his two seasons …
Read More »How Cowboys’ Dak Prescott knew Brandon Aubrey was special before kicker’s historic start to NFL career
FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys rookie kicker Brandon Aubrey is living the dream as a pro athlete. He’s in his third professional sports league — MLS to USFL to NFL– and just won NFC Special Teams Player of the Week for his efforts in the Cowboys’ 33-13 demolition of the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 14. “Yeah, it’s awesome,” Aubrey said Wednesday. …
Read More »Chargers fire Brandon Staley, GM Tom Telesco one day after 42-point blowout loss to Raiders in Week 15
Brandon Staley’s never ending hot seat finally burned up. The Los Angeles Chargers fired Staley as head coach following Thursday night’s blowout loss to the Las Vegas Raiders, ending a tumultuous three-year stint as head coach of the franchise, the team announced. The Chargers also fired general manager Tom Telesco, who has been the team’s general manager since 2013. The …
Read More »LSU defensive back enters his name into the transfer portal
LSU’s secondary struggled mightily in 2023 and now one of the best defensive backs on the team has entered the transfer portal. Sage Ryan is a redshirt sophomore who has been in Baton Rouge for three years and this season was the best year of his career. In 12 games played, he made nine starts and made 35 tackles, 4.5 …
Read More »Blue Jackets F Patrik Laine out 6 weeks with fractured clavicle
Dec 15, 2023, 01:43 PM ET Columbus Blue Jackets forward Patrik Laine will be off the ice for six weeks because of a fractured clavicle, the team said Friday. He suffered the injury Thursday night in a 6-5 win over the Maple Leafs when Toronto defenseman William Lagesson tripped him during the second period. Laine, 25, missed nine games earlier …
Read More »Chargers name Giff Smith interim HC, JoJo Wooden interim G.M.
The Chargers have named their interim replacements for former head coach Brandon Staley and former General Manager Tom Telesco, who were fired earlier on Friday. Outside linebackers coach Giff Smith will take over as interim head coach and director of player personnel JoJo Wooden will be the team’s interim G.M., the team announced. Smith has been with the Chargers since …
Read More »Texas Tech vs. Cal prediction, pick, Independence Bowl odds, spread, live stream, watch online, TV channel
Texas Tech and Cal meet in the Independence Bowl on Saturday in Shreveport, Louisiana, on the final game of the day as the Bowl Season festivities begin. This will mark the second all-time meeting between the programs and first since the Red Raiders upset an Aaron Rodgers-led Cal team in the 2004 Holiday Bowl. The Bears are back in a …
Read More »‘Bear Bets’: The Group Chat’s best NFL Week 15 bets, including Cowboys-Bills
Another exciting weekend of NFL football is upon us, meaning it’s another opportunity to throw some money down on the big games. And if you are betting on the games, you’ll want to listen to The Group Chat segment of the latest “Bear Bets” episode as the fellas break down this week’s biggest matchups. FOX Sports’ Chris “The Bear” Fallica …
Read More »Ravens’ shapeshifting defense may be even better than their offense: Here’s what makes it so good
Throughout this season, a lot of attention has been dedicated to the Baltimore Ravens’ offense. With a new coordinator in Todd Monken and a plethora of new weapons for Lamar Jackson in Zay Flowers, Odell Beckham Jr., Nelson Agholor, Keaton Mitchell, and more, it makes sense that the unit has been the subject of such fascination — especially in the …
Read More »7 Alabama commits to participate in Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Game
The Alabama football program is annually represented at the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Game. This year will be no different. Seven Alabama commits will suit up for Team Alabama in this year’s classic. The seven Alabama commits that made the roster are Saraland wide receiver Ryan Williams, Clay-Chalkville cornerback Jaylen Mbakwe, Brookwood offensive lineman William Sanders, Gadsden City safety Dre Kirkpatrick Jr., …
Read More »NFL Week 15 final injury reports: Vikings’ Justin Jefferson questionable, Lions could be missing two on O-line
Getty Images Week 15 of the 2023 NFL season is already underway, and many more matchups are on tap for the weekend. But not every team is healthy as we approach the finalization of the playoff picture, with several big names on track to be sidelined — or return from the sidelines — on Saturday and Sunday. Below, you’ll find …
Read More »Fantasy hockey weekend watch – Rising forwards and top goalie picks
Victoria Matiash, Fantasy HockeyDec 15, 2023, 01:00 PM ET CloseESPN.com Fantasy Contributor since 2010Part-time anchor at NEWSTALK1010 Thursday’s NHL slate was a bit of a ride, wasn’t it? Sixteen teams across the continent combining for an average of 6.9 goals per game, even including one rather conservative 2-1 win by the Hurricanes over the Red Wings. Fun stuff. With another …
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