Ralph Vacchiano NFC East Reporter LAS VEGAS — It has been 12 long years since Steve Spagnuolo’s disastrous run as head coach of the St. Louis Rams ended, and he hasn’t stopped dreaming about getting another chance. He’s just not obsessing about it, even as the coaching carousel keeps spinning without him. Turns out, being the defensive coordinator of the …
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Report: Owners have complained about 49ers’ compensatory picks for developing people of color
In 2020, the NFL created a new rule designed to reward teams that develop minorities in coaching and front office roles. Under the rule, if a team has a minority coach or executive hired away to become another team’s head coach or general manager, the team that developed that coach or executive gets two third-round compensatory picks. It’s been a …
Read More »In-state LB Quinton Reese officially signs with the Alabama Crimson Tide
Three-star in-state linebacker Quinton Reese made it official today as he put pen to paper to continue his football and academic careers at the University of Alabama. Reese has been committed since September of 2023 and decided to stick with the Tide despite the transition between coaches. Alabama and UCF were the two Power Five offers that Reese received, so …
Read More »2024 NFL Mock Draft: Commanders trade for No. 1 pick, Bears pick LSU’s Jayden Daniels and Malik Nabers
USC • Jr •… Source link : https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/2024-nfl-mock-draft-commanders-trade-for-no-1-pick-bears-pick-lsus-jayden-daniels-and-malik-nabers/ Author : Chris Trapasso Publish date : 2024-02-07 19:07:21 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Read More »Super Bowl 2024: Get to know Andra Day, who will be performing these two songs before Chiefs vs. 49ers
Getty Images There will be multiple performances ahead of Super Bowl LVIII, including the national anthem and “America the Beautiful.” Also included will be “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” which will be performed by singer Andra Day. Day’s biggest hit is “Rise Up,” which went triple-platinum and generated over one billion streams. She earned an Oscar nomination for best actress in “The …
Read More »49ers vs. Chiefs Super Bowl: Prediction, odds, picks
The San Francisco 49ers (12-5) and Kansas City Chiefs (11-6) will match up in Super Bowl LVII. The 49ers are slight favorites (-1). The 49ers have been considered the best team in the NFL for most of the regular season. However, they have looked a bit pedestrian in the postseason as they beat Green Bay and Detroit by a total …
Read More »Jackson State football receiver Rico Powers returning after entering transfer portal
Jackson State football wide receivers Rico Powers will rejoin the Tigers after entering the transfer portal on Dec. 26. “I thank god for giving me the opportunity to do what I do. I know it’s many people out there who wish to be in this position but can’t due to some circumstances. With that being said I have decided to …
Read More »Super Bowl 2024 halftime show performer: What to know about Usher, potential special guests for Super Bowl
Singer, songwriter, actor, dancer and businessman Usher will be headlining the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show. The eight-time Grammy Award winner will hit the stage after two quarters of football on Feb. 11 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The game, as well as all performances, will be broadcasted on CBS and streamed on Paramount+ with a family-oriented …
Read More »Perry: Why Pats’ expected QB coach hire is a good sign for offense
Perry: Why Pats’ expected QB coach hire is a good sign for offense originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots’ new-look offensive coaching staff is starting to take shape. The Patriots are targeting Cleveland Browns tight ends coach T.C. McCartney as their new quarterbacks coach, CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones reported Wednesday. McCartney would report to recently-hired offensive …
Read More »Lanning: ‘This is the most talented roster I’ve had since we’ve been here’
The 2024 college football season is going to be a historical one for the Oregon Ducks. They’ll not only play in the Big Ten for the first time, but the Ducks will also be a favorite to win their new conference along with Michigan and Ohio State. Oregon didn’t join the Big Ten just for fun. It’s serious business and …
Read More »Fantasy hockey stock watch – Sharangovich’s new role and goalie streamers
Victoria Matiash, Fantasy HockeyFeb 7, 2024, 01:00 PM ET CloseESPN.com Fantasy Contributor since 2010Part-time anchor at NEWSTALK1010 The Oilers finally lose, Nathan MacKinnon’s impressive point-streak comes to an end, Elias Lindholm already has two goals in his pocket with his new Vancouver squad, fresh-faced Flame Andrei Kuzmenko is having a fine fantasy time on a top line – with Yegor …
Read More »NFL will lift gambling restrictions for Chiefs, 49ers players immediately after 2024 Super Bowl, per report
USATSI The NFL has a strict policy prohibiting players or staff members from gambling. But all bets are off for the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers players immediately following Super Bowl LVIII, according to NFL Media, with the league and NFL Players Association agreeing to lift restrictions on betting once the big game concludes. This could enable players …
Read More »Miami general manager Alonzo Highsmith expected to leave for front office job with New England Patriots
Getty Images The New England Patriots are expected to hire Miami general manager Alonzo Highsmith to their front office staff, according to 247Sports and multiple reports. Highsmith, who played fullback for the Hurricanes under legendary coach Jimmy Johnson, spent the last two seasons with his alma mater and played a pivotal role in the program’s day-to-day operations. He worked closely …
Read More »Cowboys reportedly interview former Jets head coach Rex Ryan for DC job
The Dallas Cowboys have added another former head coach to their defensive coordinator search. Rex Ryan has interviewed for the Cowboys defensive coordinator vacancy, CBS Sports reported Wednesday. The 61-year-old has been away from coaching since the final weeks of the 2016 season, serving as a television analyst for the last seven seasons, although he interviewed to be the Denver …
Read More »Alex Tanney joining Colts as offensive passing game coordinator
Shane Steichen and Alex Tanney worked together with the Eagles and they’ll be back together in Indianapolis this season. Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reported that Tanney is leaving the Eagles for a job with the Colts and James Boyd of TheAthletic.com reports that he will be the team’s passing game coordinator. Boyd also reports that the Colts are hiring Justin …
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