Jan 12, 2024, 01:33 PM ET Nick Foligno and the Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a two-year, $9 million contract, the team announced Friday, extending the relationship between the popular forward and his fifth NHL team. Foligno, 36, was in line for unrestricted free agency this summer after signing a one-year, $4 million deal during the 2023 offseason following a …
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Social media reacts to Texas football’s post about Sarkisian
Texas has its coach of the future. Head coach Steve Sarkisian has all but signed an extension, but it appears that’s what is on the way. Thursday night Sarkisian hinted at his plan to stay at Texas via social media. Some took that to mean a deal was in place to give the elite head coach a pay raise. Texas …
Read More »Will McClay won’t interview with other teams, will remain with Cowboys
The Cowboys will keep one of their key talent evaluators for 2024. Todd Archer of ESPN reports Dallas’ vice president of player personnel Will McClay will remain with the team and not take any General Manager interviews. McClay had been requested by the Chargers and Commanders, though Washington has already hired Adam Peters to lead its football operation. “He’s very …
Read More »Cowboys-Packers preview: Matchups, storylines, predictions for the playoff rivalry game
Carmen Vitali NFC North Reporter David Helman Dallas Cowboys Insider The football gods were generous in awarding us with these circumstances. It’s noteworthy any time a marquee NFL team reaches the postseason. The Dallas Cowboys and the Green Bay Packers will always be interesting draws in their own right because of their storied histories and their rabid fanbases. When you …
Read More »Is Oregon the 2024 Big Ten football favorite with Dan Lanning staying?
Especially now that Dan Lanning is staying in Eugene, we have to ask this question to our Pac-12 football panel: Is Oregon the preseason 2024 Big Ten title favorite? Matt Zemek, Trojans Wire: Yes. Dillon Gabriel is a much better quarterback than Will Howard, and certainly much more proven and established than Miller Moss. The Ducks are recruiting well and …
Read More »Patriots hire Jerod Mayo as head coach: Bill Belichick’s former LB will succeed him in New England
The New England Patriots have found their new leading man. Robert Kraft has tapped linebackers coach Jerod Mayo to ascend as the organization’s next head coach and succeed franchise icon Bill Belichick, the team announced Friday. Mayo was looked at as the odds-on favorite to land this role even before Belichick and the team parted ways on Jan. 11. Last …
Read More »2023 NFL All-Pro Teams: Christian McCaffrey, Tyreek Hill among unanimous selections; five 49ers on first team
Getty Images The Associated Press on Friday released its annual All-Pro teams, headlined by unanimous first-team selections in Christian McCaffrey, Tyreek Hill and Fred Warner. There are 14 first-time All-Pros on this year’s first and second team, while Aaron Donald is now an eight-time All-Pro and Zack Martin made it for the seventh time. This was the second year for the …
Read More »Michigan State football makes top ten for recruitment of 4-star WR LaMason Waller III
It seems like this week has been the most active in terms of recruiting that we’ve seen for Michigan State football under new head coach Jonathan Smith. With multiple coaches on the road visiting with recruits, and multiple offers going out this week, the Spartans got a great update on 4-star wide receiver LaMason Waller III, who put the Spartans …
Read More »NFL All-Pro teams: Christian McCaffrey one of 3 unanimous players; 14 first-timers
Christian McCaffrey, Tyreek Hill and Fred Warner are unanimous choices for The Associated Press 2023 NFL All-Pro Team. The 49ers’ McCaffrey and Warner and the Dolphins’ Hill received first-team votes from all 50 members of a nationwide panel of media members who regularly cover the league. “No freakin’ way,” Warner said of being a unanimous pick for his third selection …
Read More »Mark Andrews designated for return from injured reserve, back on practice field
Ravens tight end Mark Andrews has taken a big step toward getting back on the field for the playoffs. Andrews was designated to return from injured reserve today and was back on the practice field. That doesn’t necessarily mean Andrews will play in the postseason, but it’s an encouraging sign that the Ravens think he can be ready for their …
Read More »Commanders hire Adam Peters as new head of football operations: What to know about former 49ers GM
Getty Images The Commanders have new ownership this offseason. They’ll soon have a new head coach. Now they have a new lead executive to aid in the overhaul, on Friday hiring former 49ers assistant general manager Adam Peters to oversee the front office. Confirmed by CBS Sports Lead NFL Insider Jonathan Jones, the decision comes days after Washington had reportedly …
Read More »Florida football hosting tight end transfer target for official visit
Florida football is still looking to bolster its 2024 roster through the NCAA transfer portal as the spring season quickly approaches. Billy Napier and Co. will be busy this coming weekend as the program hosts players from the portal over the next couple of weeks. The Gators already have one potential target set for an official visit this weekend in …
Read More »Fantasy hockey weekend watch – Best plays with every team in action
Victoria Matiash, Fantasy HockeyJan 12, 2024, 12:00 PM ET CloseESPN.com Fantasy Contributor since 2010Part-time anchor at NEWSTALK1010 Everyone in the pool! We’re treated to one of those rare occasions this weekend when every single NHL team is in action on the same day. That’s right, crammed between a pair of two-gamers Friday and Sunday, this Saturday features the ultimate 16-game …
Read More »Browns vs. Texans: Time, TV, live stream, how to watch, key matchups, prediction for Saturday NFL playoff game
Both the Cleveland Browns (11-6) and Houston Texans (10-7) climbed out of last-place division finishes in 2022 to reach double-digit wins and a postseason appearance in 2023. The Texans even completed the climb out of the basement to the penthouse, going from worst to first in the AFC South in the span of a year, which is why this matchup …
Read More »Hugh Freeze’s staff after firings, resignations
AUBURN — It’s been a season of change for Auburn football. The Tigers will have two new coordinators in 2024, and a couple of beloved former players turned staff members − Cadillac Williams and Zac Etheridge − have resigned from their roles. Hugh Freeze isn’t the first coach to shuffle the deck after a disappointing first season, but it’s a …
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