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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »Falcons complete second Bill Belichick interview; Mike Vrabel to interview Wednesday
Former Patriots coach Bill Belichick finished a second interview with the Atlanta Falcons on Friday for their vacant head coach position, according to NFL Media. After parting ways with New England after 24 seasons, which included winning 17 AFC East titles and six Super Bowls, the Falcons have been the first team Belichick has interviewed with — and he is …
Read More »Super Bowl 2024 national anthem: Get to know Reba McEntire, who will be performing ahead of Super Bowl LVIII
Getty Images Before we know which teams will be playing in Super Bowl LVIII, we know who will be performing during the biggest event in American sports. Earlier this month, the NFL announced that country icon Reba McEntire would be singing the national anthem in Las Vegas ahead of the big game. McEntire has made her name in the entertainment …
Read More »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 …
Read More »Prisco’s NFL playoff picks for divisional round: Two underdogs win outright while third almost stuns top seed
Playoff Pete is back. Yep, I had a nice start to the postseason. I went 5-1 against the spread, but 3-3 straight up. I’ll take it. The only ATS loss I had wasn’t close. I had the Cleveland Browns beating the Houston Texans, which never had a chance. The ATS week brings my season record to 139-128-11. My straight-up record …
Read More »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 …
Read More »NFL head coach, GM interview tracker: Falcons to interview Bill Belichick, Jim Harbaugh a second time
With the NFL regular season behind us, it is time for teams to begin preparing for next season. Several teams have already made the decision to change key positions within the organization, whether that be a general manager, head coach or coordinator. Rather than scouring the scatter shot reports across social media, CBSSports.com has compiled all of those reports of …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »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 …
Read More »Live updates from Thompson-Boling Arena
Alabama basketball aims to score a victory over Tennessee on Saturday at Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, Tennessee. The Crimson Tide has started SEC play off strong, winning its first four games. But it hasn’t faced a team of the Vols’ caliber yet in conference play. Tennessee has a top 25 offense and defense, per KenPom. The Vols’ defense ranks No. …
Read More »2024 NFL playoffs: Biggest questions facing eight remaining teams; Can Bills survive more injuries vs. Chiefs?
Super Wild Card Weekend is in the books, and we’re already onto the next round of action in the 2024 NFL playoffs. Six teams have moved on. Another six have been left behind. While the latter clubs will no doubt hurry to begin planning for the offseason, those who remain in the mix for this year’s Lombardi Trophy have plenty of …
Read More »Bills vs. Chiefs how to watch: Time, TV, live stream, key matchups, prediction for AFC divisional-round game
The final matchup of divisional-round weekend is a very familiar one: For the third time in four seasons, the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs will meet in the playoffs. This is the first time that game will take place in Buffalo, though, as the Chiefs are headed on the road for a postseason contest for the first time in …
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