Daily Archives: January 20, 2024

Bengals WR Tyler Boyd discusses possibility of signing with rival Steelers as he prepares to enter free agency

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd likely expected the question to be asked, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise he gave a thoughtful answer when asked about possibly signing with the rival Pittsburgh Steelers this offseason.  Boyd, 29, already has made a name for himself in Pittsburgh. Boyd, a Pittsburgh-area native, was notified this past week that he will be part …

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Super Bowl 2024: Get to know Andra Day, who will perform ‘Lift Every Voice and Sing’ ahead of Super Bowl LVIII

Getty Images There will be multiple performances ahead of Super Bowl LVIII, including the national anthem and “America the Beautiful.” Also included will be “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” which will be performed by singer Andra Day. Day’s biggest hit is “Rise Up,” which went triple-platinum and generated over one billion streams. She earned an Oscar nomination for best actress in “The …

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Veteran transfer portal safety visiting Florida football this weekend

Florida football has a Herculean task ahead of it when it comes to the NCAA transfer portal. Currently sitting at No. 13 in 247Sports’ transfer portal rankings having lost 23 players while gaining just nine, there is still room for more additions to the 2024 roster. The Gators need help at every position if we are being honest with ourselves. …

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Ducks’ Alex Killorn out 4-6 weeks for knee surgery

Jan 20, 2024, 02:18 PM ET ANAHEIM, Calif. — Anaheim Ducks forward Alex Killorn will be sidelined for four to six weeks after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his left knee. The Ducks announced their latest major injury setback Saturday before they faced San Jose. Killorn played in the Ducks’ most recent game Tuesday at Washington. The team didn’t announce when …

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2024 NFL playoffs: Ranking five most impactful players in Buccaneers-Lions matchup; non-QBs lead way

Both the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Detroit Lions are coming off inspiring wild-card victories, drawing one step closer to an NFC Championship appearance. It’s a true testament not only to Detroit’s gradual growth into a balanced contender, but also Tampa Bay’s scrappiness as an overlooked NFC South champion. Their upcoming divisional round matchup is must-see material. While both sides have …

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LSU offers 3-star defensive lineman from Denton, Texas

Brian Kelly is working on bolstering his defensive line in the 2025 recruiting class. That search has led him to Denton, Texas, where he found a three-star defensive lineman that could make a difference at the next level. Xavier Ukponu is a 6-foot-2, 275-pound, three-star defensive lineman from Denton, Texas, where he plays for Guyer High School. The Guyer Wildcats …

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LSU offers 4-star defensive lineman from Cypress, Texas

Brian Kelly is working on building up his defensive line in the 2025 recruiting class. That search has led him to Cypress, Texas, where he found a four-star defensive lineman at Cy-Fair High School. Landon Rink is a 6-foot-2, 270-pound, four-star defensive lineman who plays for Cy-Fair High School. The Cy-Fair Bobcats finished the 2023 season 11-2 with a loss …

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Former Alabama OT Kadyn Proctor transferring to Iowa

After spending one season in Tuscaloosa, Alabama offensive tackle Kadyn Proctor is transferring to Iowa. The Iowa native was committed to the Hawkeyes before flipping his commitment to Alabama before national signing day. Proctor was named to the All-SEC Freshman Team following his freshman campaign. He made 14 starts at left tackle this past season. Proctor was in charge of …

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49ers can extend impressive playoff streak with win vs. Packers

49ers can extend impressive playoff streak with win vs. Packers originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers’ historic 2023 NFL season could continue in the playoffs. With players shattering individual records left and right every week, San Francisco — as a team — has a chance to extend its divisional-round playoff streak on Saturday. The 49ers welcome Jordan …

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LSU offers 3-star defensive lineman from Spring, Texas

Brian Kelly is working on building depth on the defensive line in the 2025 recruiting class. That idea has led him to Spring, Texas, where he has found a three-star defensive lineman. Floyd Guidry is a 6-foot-3, 260-pound, three-star defensive lineman who plays for Spring High School. The Spring Lions finished the season 5-6 with a loss to The Woodlands …

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2024 NFL playoffs: Ranking five most impactful players in Packers-49ers matchup; Brock Purdy misses cut

Another NFL postseason, another Green Bay Packers versus San Francisco 49ers showdown. If it feels familiar, that’s because the matchup is the NFL’s most familiar playoff matchup with Saturday night in the Bay Area serving as the 10th edition between these two historic heavyweights.  The seventh-seeded Packers became the youngest team (average age: 25 years, 214 days) to win a …

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