Getty Images The NFL is not looking to move the Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Buffalo Bills Super Wild Card Weekend matchup due to extreme weather, but the Bills do need some help moving snow. On Friday, the Bills posted a “help wanted” ad to clear Highmark Stadium for Sunday’s postseason showdown. The Bills are looking for interested persons who can come …
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Packers sign CB David Long to practice squad with Jaire Alexander questionable
The Packers re-signed cornerback David Long to the practice squad Friday. Long could be active Sunday with Jaire Alexander questionable to play with an ankle injury and Eric Stokes on injured reserve. The team released running back Kenyan Drake from the practice squad in a corresponding move. The Packers claimed Long off waivers from the Panthers on Dec. 5. He …
Read More »USC’s 2024 Big Ten football schedule just got easier
USC was set to have a challenging schedule in 2024, playing against the two teams that competed in this past season’s national championship game: the Washington Huskies and the Michigan Wolverines. To be sure, USC still faces a very tough schedule. However, while there is uncertainty about the future of Michigan’s head coach, Jim Harbaugh, in Ann Arbor, it is …
Read More »Senators’ Shane Pinto practicing after 41-game gambling ban
Jan 12, 2024, 06:00 PM ET OTTAWA, Ontario — Shane Pinto skated with his Ottawa Senators teammates on Friday and may play in an NHL game on Jan. 21 after becoming the first player in the league’s modern era to be suspended for gambling. Pinto was suspended for 41 games, half the season, in October, for violating NHL gambling policies. …
Read More »Bill Belichick landing spots: Potential suitors for legendary head coach after Patriots era comes to end
Let’s just take a minute to realize how wild it is that it’s come to this. While every star does fade and Bill Belichick was never going to coach forever, it’s remarkable to see how quickly the bottom has fallen out on the New England Patriots and the head coach’s tenure with the franchise. Just two seasons ago after the …
Read More »Washington Commanders reportedly hiring Adam Peters as GM
The Washington Commanders continue to add to their front office under new owner Josh Harris, as they’ve hired former San Francisco 49ers assistant general manager Adam Peters as their new general manager, according to a report from ESPN on Friday morning. Earlier this week, Washington hired former Minnesota Vikings general manager Chris Spielman and former Golden State Warriors general manager …
Read More »Will Crimson Tide keep thriving under Kalen DeBoer or recede back into pre-Nick Saban abyss?
Alabama went just 67-55 in the decade before Nick Saban came to Tuscaloosa and turned the Tide into the winningest machine in college football. It was just 39-41 in SEC play, including three 2-6 seasons. There were losses to Northern Illinois, Southern Miss and Central Florida. There were still moments for Bear Bryant’s old program — namely a couple of …
Read More »Baker Mayfield returns to practice as limited participant
Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield returned to practice Friday, getting limited work. Mayfield missed Thursday’s practice with injuries to his ribs and an ankle. He picked up the ankle injury in the Week 18 win over the Panthers after injuring his ribs in Week 17, which kept him out of last Wednesday’s practice. Left tackle Tristan Wirfs (illness) and linebacker K.J. …
Read More »2024 NFL wild-card playoff picks: Rams stun Lions in Detroit, Cowboys roll past Packers, Chiefs edge Dolphins
The final week of the 2023 NFL season turned out to be a crazy one, and I’m pretty sure nearly everyone would agree with that — except for maybe Jaguars fans, who are probably too depressed to agree or disagree with anything this week. If you see a Jaguars fan at any point this offseason, please give them a hug. …
Read More »Washington coaching candidates: Chris Klieman, Ryan Grubb, Lance Leipold among options to replace Kalen DeBoer
Washington coach Kalen DeBoer will be stepping into the biggest spotlight in college football as the Huskies coach is on the verge of accepting the job as head football coach at Alabama, replacing the legendary Nick Saban. DeBoer is 104-12 overall in stops at Sioux Falls, Fresno State and Washington. He recently capped an undefeated regular season by leading the Huskies …
Read More »Super Bowl 2024: How to watch Super Bowl LVIII in HDR and 4K on CBS
Super Bowl LVIII is just over four weeks away, set for Feb. 11, 2024, and while we don’t know which two teams will be competing yet, we finally have the playoff picture set. Whichever teams do make it to the big game, CBS Sports will be bringing the matchup to fans in a new way. For the first time, CBS Sports …
Read More »Philadelphia Eagles vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Wild Card Round: Prediction, odds, picks
In the NFC Wild Card round of the 2023 NFL Playoffs, the Philadelphia Eagles will match up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Eagles are the favorites, expected to win by at least a field goal but less than a touchdown (currently -3). A total of 43.5 points has been established for the matchup. The Eagles enter the playoffs on …
Read More »Despite NCAA Level II violations, could this FSU football coach be a candidate for Washington?
Florida State football head coach Mike Norvell is not going to be the next Alabama head coach. That would be former Washington head coach Kalen DeBoer, replacing legendary head coach Nick Saban after he announced his retirement Wednesday. But the Crimson Tide hiring could still have ripple effects for FSU. The Athletic named offensive coordinator/offensive line coach Alex Atkins a potential candidate …
Read More »2024 NFL Playoff odds: Best bets for Packers-Cowboys, Browns-Texans
Sam Panayotovich FOX Sports Betting Analyst How ‘bout them Wolverines? Michigan cemented another decent weekend for this column, and now we’re onto the NFL Playoffs. I know people want picks for every game, but that’s just not going to happen here. These lines are so tight, and the edges are minimal. That said, I still have three football bets for …
Read More »Sam LaPorta officially questionable for Sunday’s game vs. Rams
Lions tight end Sam LaPorta is getting closer to being available for Sunday’s game against the Rams. Detroit listed LaPorta (knee) as a full participant in Friday’s practice and he is questionable. Earlier on Friday, Lions head coach Dan Campbell said LaPorta would “run around” and get some reps during Friday’s practice. The club also will monitor how LaPorta’s knee …
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