The latest move regarding Auburn’s coaching staff involves a program legend. Cadillac Williams, who played for Auburn from 2001-04 and served as an assistant coach for his alma mater over the last five seasons, resigned from his position as associate head coach and running backs coach late Thursday evening. Williams shared his reasoning for the move in a press release. …

Why Bosa believes 49ers QB Purdy is ‘mature beyond his years’ originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Despite being just 24 years old, 49ers star quarterback Brock Purdy handles criticism with a level of maturity that isn’t too common in today’s NFL. Even while being an MVP candidate, the second-year signal-caller takes ownership of his mistakes, never deflecting blame …

Jeremiah Smith.jpg The All-American Bowl Selection Committee announced the winner for the prestigious All-American Bowl’s Player of the Year Award. Jeremiah Smith (Hollywood, FL/ Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory) was named the winner of the award which is given annually to the nation’s most outstanding high school senior football player and is the most distinguished individual award given in high school football. …

49ers WR Aiyuk drops perfect reaction to Pro Bowl snub originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Amid a terrific 2023-2024 NFL season, 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiuk fell short of earning his first NFL Pro Bowl Games nod, only selected as an alternate. While Aiyuk is rightfully disappointed, the 25-year-old finds solace in knowing he’ll likely have a shot …

Former Texas A&M wide receiver is transferring to Oregon, he announced Thursday evening. Stewart, who spent two seasons with the Aggies, is the No. 1 wide receiver and the No. 2 overall prospect — just behind former teammate and Ole Miss defensive line commit Walter Nolen — in 247Sports’ transfer rankings.  Stewart played in eight games for Texas A&M in …

Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield picked up an ankle injury after going into Week 18 with aching ribs and the combination was enough to keep the Bucs from pushing things in practice on Thursday. Mayfield was listed as a non-participant on the team’s first practice report ahead of Monday night’s game against the Eagles. Mayfield also missed the first Bucs practice …

The best collegiate prospect remaining in the NCAA Transfer Portal has found his new home. According to On3 Sports national recruiting expert Hayes Fawcett, former Texas A&M sophomore wide receiver Evan Stewart has committed to continue his career with the Oregon Ducks. Stewart reportedly visited Eugene this past weekend. Following the retirement of Nick Saban from Alabama on Wednesday, rumors …

Cowboys cornerback Stephon Gilmore dislocated his shoulder in Sunday’s win over the Commanders. He missed Wednesday’s on-field work but returned to limited participation in Thursday’s practice. Gilmore expects to play but may have to wear a harness. The rest of the Cowboys’ practice report remained the same. Starting left guard Tyler Smith missed the Week 18 game with a foot …

Former Texas quarterback Casey Thompson will be entering his seventh season of football in 2024. On Thursday, Thompson announced his commitment to Oklahoma for his final year of eligibility. He will presumably be the backup to freshman quarterback Jackson Arnold. Thompson was a four-star recruit in the class of 2018 and spent his first three years at the University of …

Steelers edge rusher T.J. Watt won’t play Sunday, and the team will miss him. But the NFL’s sack leader was the only player out of practice Thursday. Defensive tackle Cam Heyward was limited but not for injury. He was listed with a second consecutive partial rest day. Running back Najee Harris (knee) returned to a full practice after sitting out …

At just 31-years-old, Tommy Rees has a rather impressive resumé. The offensive coordinator for the Crimson Tide can add “head coach candidate” to it, as he is being considered for the vacancy created by Nick Saban’s decision to retire. After being the quarterback for Notre Dame, Rees found his way back onto the field as a coach. It did not …

Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald aims to cross up the Lions’ defense. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times) Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald will not chase or hit Jared Goff until Sunday night, when the Rams play the Detroit Lions in an NFC wild-card game at Ford Field. But Donald, a three-time NFL defensive player of the year, already sent …

n/aNick Saban (retired)Saban — who many call the G.O.A.T. — won six national championships and nine SEC titles in 17 years with the Crimson Tide. The impact of his departure from college football cannot be overstated.  Mike Elko (Duke head coach)Jimbo FisherElko is familiar with the program after spending four seasons as Fisher’s defensive coordinator (2018-21). He’s aware of the …

Bears to interview Shane Waldron, Klint Kubiak for offensive coordinator position: reports originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago The Bears are interviewing two known candidates for the offensive coordinator position: Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Shane Waldron and San Francisco 49ers passing game coordinator Klint Kubiak, according to separate reports. The #Bears requested an interview with #Seahawks offensive coordinator Shane Waldron …

PHOENIX – A Florida State assistant coach has been suspended for the first three games of the 2024 season for violating recruiting rules by connecting a potential transfer with a representative from a collective during an official visit, the NCAA announced on Thursday. The NCAA did not name the coach in its release, but a person with direct knowledge of …