There will be a little less star power on display at the 2024 Senior Bowl. A few of the more prominent prospects who were listed on the initial roster release are not on the latest update. Two of the most notable are perhaps the most likely players originally slated to appear to be selected in the first round. Kansas State …
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NHL all-time goalie wins: Top 10 players to know
While there’s a lot of talk about the most unbreakable records in sports, one all-time mark that deserves more attention is Martin Brodeur’s 691 career wins — the most by a goalie in NHL history. Even if a player can match Brodeur’s longevity and durability, today’s NHL teams opt to rest their goalies and limit their starts. It seems unlikely …
Read More »49ers close book on emotional victory, turn focus to Super Bowl LVIII
49ers close book on emotional victory, turn focus to Super Bowl LVIII originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — The 49ers had precious little time to bask in the glory of a historic comeback victory in the NFC Championship Game. On Monday, it was back to work. Coach Kyle Shanahan wrapped up a meeting with the 49ers’ …
Read More »Chargers new head coach Jim Harbaugh admits he was ‘a little starstruck’ meeting Justin Herbert
The Los Angeles Chargers officially have their new head coach in Jim Harbaugh, and while he has not had his introductory press conference, he is getting a head start on meeting players. Harbaugh spoke about his new gig during an NFL on CBS appearance and had high praise for his new team. “I met him [quarterback Justin Herbert], and Derwin James. …
Read More »Can Sherrone Moore modernize the recruiting process for Michigan? | College Football Enquirer
Yahoo Sports’ Dan Wetzel elaborates on how the Wolverines’ newly appointed head football coach might bring about changes in the recruiting landscape. Hear the full conversation on the “College Football Enquirer” podcast – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen. Video Transcript [AUDIO LOGO] DAN WETZEL: OK, here’s the thing about Sherrone Moore, and this is one …
Read More »Chargers hiring Joe Hortiz as general manager: Ravens director of player personnel joins Jim Harbaugh in L.A.
Getty Images While they won’t play each other until next year, there is already activity brewing between Jim and John Harbaugh. The Chargers are working towards hiring Ravens director of player personnel Joe Hortiz as the team’s new general manager, as confirmed by CBS Sports Lead NFL Insider Jonathan Jones. Hortiz’s entire NFL life to his point has been spent …
Read More »Dolphins’ defensive coordinator search: Leslie Frazier among potential candidates for Miami job, per reports
The Miami Dolphins are searching for a new defensive coordinator after agreeing to part ways with Vic Fangio after just one season together. Miami’s defense finished the 2023 regular season ranked No. 10 in total yards allowed per game, No. 22 in points allowed, No. 15 in passing, No. 7 in rushing, No. 20 in third-down efficiency and No. 28 in …
Read More »Eagles are expected to hire Karl Scott as defensive backs coach
We forecasted significant changes in Philadelphia after the Birds’ late-season collapse, and the Eagles continue to retool their 2024 coaching staff. They are reportedly hiring a couple of new defensive position coaches from Seattle. Vic Fangio is here as the new defensive coordinator, and Philadelphia is expected to hire former Seahawks defensive coordinator Clint Hurtt as their new defensive line …
Read More »Steelers president Art Rooney II believes in Mike Tomlin, but adds ‘it’s time to get some wins’
Pittsburgh Steelers president Art Rooney II is getting tired of having his club watch the Super Bowl on TV. Rooney would rather the Steelers be there in person on the field. And with the franchise riding a seven-year drought since its most recent postseason victory — the team’s longest gap between playoff wins since the 1970 merger — Rooney is …
Read More »Falcons hire Jimmy Lake as DC, retain Marquice Williams as special teams coach
The Falcons already had announced Zac Robinson as their new offensive coordinator. They now have filled the other two coordinator positions. The Falcons hired Rams assistant head coach Jimmy Lake as their defensive coordinator and retained special teams coordinator Marquice Williams. Lake will reunite with new Falcons head coach Raheem Morris for the third time. The two previously were together …
Read More »Big Ten tiers in 2024: How teams rank as Jim Harbaugh exits Michigan, Ohio State reloads, Pac-12 schools join
Big Ten football will look a lot different in 2024, and not just because it welcomes four new West Coast programs. Jim Harbaugh’s departure from Michigan to the NFL to coach the Los Angeles Chargers means the three-time reigning conference champions — and, you know, the reigning national champions as well — will have a new leader next season. While …
Read More »Vikings’ T.J. Hockenson undergoes surgery after suffering season-ending ACL and MCL injury Week 16 vs. Lions
USATSI The Minnesota Vikings lost one of their most important playmakers during the 30-24 loss to the rival Detroit Lions in Week 16, as tight end T.J. Hockenson suffered a season-ending ACL and MCL injury. On Monday, Hockenson underwent surgery in Los Angeles to correct the issue, per ESPN. It’s unclear how much time Hockenson will miss, or if he …
Read More »Report: Pats ‘don’t plan on’ picking up Mac Jones’ fifth-year option
Report: Pats ‘don’t plan on’ picking up Mac Jones’ fifth-year option originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots are reportedly not planning on picking up quarterback Mac Jones’ fifth-year option, which would make the Alabama product a free agent after the 2024-25 NFL season, Mark Daniels of MassLive reported on Monday. After Jones’ 2-9 start to the …
Read More »Pat Mahomes Sr. smokes ‘Special Blend Lamar Jackson’ cigar after Chiefs win
Pat Mahomes Sr. is a big cigar fan, so much so that the father of Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes had some flown in all the way from Cuba to celebrate Kansas City’s AFC Championship Game win over Baltimore on Sunday. Mahomes Sr. went viral Sunday evening after he told a reporter that he was smoking a “Special Blend Lamar Jackson” …
Read More »Future Big 12 basketball power rankings: There’s a big matchup between top teams this week
Houston Cougars players and coaches celebrate after a 3-point shot as BYU and Houston play at the Marriott Center in Provo on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024. Houston won 75-68. | Scott G Winterton, Deseret News Editor’s note: Each week during the remainder of the 2023-24 men’s college basketball season, the Deseret News will release power rankings that take a look at …
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