Monthly Archives: January 2024

Sam LaPorta changed his route on the fly on touchdown catch vs. Rams

Lions tight end Sam LaPorta wasn’t sure if he’d be able to play through a knee injury at all on Sunday against the Rams, but he did play, scored a touchdown, and did it with an unusually intelligent play for a rookie. LaPorta explained to Kyle Meinke of MLive.com that he was jammed at the line and wasn’t open initially, …

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Ranking Sports Illustrated’s iconic Oklahoma covers with SI’s future in flux

Throughout the past few decades, Sports Illustrated has captured the times of the sports world with its magazine covers. The eye-catching photos have long been a point of pride for the publication, which released its first issue in 1954. But now the entire operation is in jeopardy. The Arena Group, which operates Sports Illustrated, announced Friday that it will be …

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Lockport’s Williams, Starpoint’s Lombardo lead large school all-state honors

Jan. 19—Ten football players from four schools across the greater Niagara region were honored by the state. Lockport’s Shey Williams, Tristan Grimball, Tray Thompson and Lucas Stiglmeier, Starpoint’s Lucas Lombardo, Joe Richardson and Jake Stickney, Grand Island’s Michael Sole and Evan Pickering and North Tonawanda’s Christian Earnst were picked by the New York State Sportswriters Association for the organization’s large …

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Mike Matthews earns Polynesian Bowl offensive MVP honors

Tennessee freshman wide receiver Mike Matthews competed in the Polynesian Bowl on Friday. Makai defeated Mauka, 28-17, at Kunuiakea Stadium in Honolulu, Hawaii. Matthews recorded two receptions for 44 yards and one touchdown. He earned offensive MVP honors. The 6-foot-1, 180-pound wide receiver signed with the Vols on Dec. 20, 2023 during the early signing period. He is part of …

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Respect for Rams, and a few requests from readers

Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua (17) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Detroit Lions in the NFC wild-card playoffs at Ford Field on Monday. (Luis Sinco / Los Angeles Times) The Rams have nothing to be ashamed of for losing to Detroit in the playoffs. I have been so happy watching them this season despite all odds against them. …

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Both home teams are favored by 9.5 points today

The No. 1 seed is usually favored in the divisional round of the playoffs, but today the No. 1 seeds are favored by more than usual. The Ravens are 9.5-point favorites against the Texans, and the 49ers are 9.5-point favorites against the Packers. Those are bigger spreads than we usually see in the divisional round. Last year, the No. 1 …

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Tennessee offers 2027 running back Ezavier Crowell

Tennessee offered a scholarship to 2027 running back Ezavier Crowell. “Blessed to receive an offer from the University of Tennessee,” Crowell said. The 5-foot-11, 205-pound running back prospect is from Jackson High School in Jackson, Alabama. There are not recruiting rankings currently for Morris from Rivals, 247Sports, On3 or ESPN. He is recruited by Tennessee running backs coach Jerry Mack. The …

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Tennessee offers 2026 cornerback Hakim Satterwhite

Tennessee offered a scholarship to 2026 cornerback Hakim Satterwhite. “Happy and blessed to receive an offer from the University of Tennessee,” Satterwhite said. The 6-foot, 170-pound cornerback prospect is from St. John’s High School in Washington, D.C. There are not recruiting rankings currently for Morris from Rivals, 247Sports, On3 or ESPN. The Vols are the first of two Southeastern Conference …

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Alabama transfer Caleb Downs picks Ohio State over Georgia

Alabama Crimson Tide safety Caleb Downs committed to the Ohio State Buckeyes over the Georgia Bulldogs. Downs is ranked as the top player in the NCAA transfer portal. The former five-star recruit elected to enter the transfer portal after Nick Saban announce his retirement. Caleb Downs’ commitment to Ohio State is a massive recruiting disappointment and shock for Georgia. Georgia …

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College Football News predicts the 2024 football season

With the Nebraska spring football game fast approaching, early predictions are already being made regarding the 2024 season. College Football News made the early predictions for the entire Big Ten Conference. While there is still uncertainty regarding several Big Ten teams, it’s never too early for season predictions. The 2024 campaign will see the conference expand from 14 teams to …

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Ole Miss football, Lane Kiffin land Alabama transfer corner Trey Amos

OXFORD — Ole Miss football’s offseason efforts to revamp its group of cornerbacks have been anything but straightforward. But on Friday, the Rebels appear to have taken a big step toward a positive outcome. Alabama transfer corner Trey Amos will play for coach Lane Kiffin and coordinator Pete Golding next season, he announced on social media. Amos, from New Iberia, …

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Georgia’s Carson Beck named as top QB to turn down NFL draft

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck gave the Dawgs a massive boost when he announced that he would return for the 2024 college football season. Pro Football Focus considers Carson Beck to be the top quarterback to turn down the 2024 NFL draft. Beck’s return for his senior season helped send a ripple effect across the Georgia roster. Several experienced offensive …

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