FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — There was one big surprise to the Arkansas football roster that was published online and released to the media Tuesday, just two days before the first spring practice. Offensive lineman Andrew Chamblee is no longer with the Razorbacks. Head coach Sam Pittman said that Chamblee lost his love for the game and is moving on to be …
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Deebo reflects on 49ers’ ‘heartbreaking’ Super Bowl LVIII loss
Deebo reflects on 49ers’ ‘heartbreaking’ Super Bowl LVIII loss originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Nearly a month has passed since the 49ers suffered another crushing Super Bowl defeat at the hands of Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, and San Francisco receiver Deebo Samuel finally has put it behind him. On Tuesday’s episode of the “Up & …
Read More »Tennessee basketball vs. South Carolina: Scouting report, score prediction
Tennessee basketball is chasing a second SEC title in coach Rick Barnes’ tenure. The No. 4 Vols (23-6, 13-3 SEC) can claim the conference crown with a win against No. 16 South Carolina (24-5, 12-4) on Wednesday (7 p.m. ET, ESPN2) in Columbia, South Carolina. Here is what to know about the matchup: Tennessee basketball is playing for an outright …
Read More »How will the Broncos replace Russell Wilson? | The Exempt List
Yahoo Sports NFL writer Charles McDonald is joined by the Denver Post’s Ryan McFadden to discuss Denver’s quarterback situation without Russell Wilson and what paths the Broncos can take to find their next signal caller. Hear the full conversation on “The Exempt List with Charles McDonald” – part of the “Zero Blitz” podcast – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify …
Read More »Clemson lands the No. 3 seed in this latest College Football Playoff prediction
As college football’s offseason rolls on, teams are gearing up for the upcoming 2024 season by beefing up their rosters through recruiting and the transfer portal. The Clemson Tigers, known for their talent and solid coaching, have their sights set on making it to the College Football Playoff. To get there, they’ll need to bring their A-game in 2024, whether …
Read More »Chris Jones, Kirk Cousins top list of top 10 unrestricted free agents
Nine NFL teams used a tag on a player scheduled to become a free agent. Eight — Ravens defensive tackle Justin Madubuike, Panthers linebacker Brian Burns, Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson, Bengals receiver Tee Higgins, Colts receiver Michael Pittman Jr., Jaguars linebacker Josh Allen, Chiefs cornerback L’Jarius Sneed and Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield, Jr. — received the non-exclusive franchise tag. The …
Read More »Paul Finebaum rips Group of Five inclusion in 12-team playoff: ‘Sick and tired of it’
Among the features of the new 12-team College Football Playoff format is a guaranteed spot for the highest-ranked champion from a Group of Five conference, which will offer an opportunity for a program from outside the sport’s traditional power structure to compete for a national championship. One of the most prominent voices in college football isn’t pleased with the development. …
Read More »Winners and losers from NFL franchise tag deadline: Russell Wilson or the Broncos? Saquon Barkley or the Giants?
As the NFL new year awaits just over a week away, nine teams opted by the Tuesday deadline to designate a player with either a franchise or transition tag. The move gives the Baltimore Ravens, Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers control over a player’s 2024 …
Read More »What went wrong with BYU’s offense last year, and how can the Cougars fix it?
The BYU football team runs through drills during the first day of spring camp Feb. 29, 2024, in Provo. | Aaron Cornia/BYU It has been a long and trying football offseason for BYU offensive coordinator Aaron Roderick, the man most responsible for getting the Cougars’ attack rolling again after BYU’s offense plummeted to the bottom fourth of most NCAA statistical …
Read More »Caleb Williams reveals Aaron Rodgers as his football ‘GOAT’
Caleb Williams reveals Aaron Rodgers as his football ‘GOAT’ originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago Dear Caleb Williams, if you’re going to be the quarterback of the Chicago Bears next season, you’re going to need some PR training. That means, when someone asks you who your football GOAT (Greatest of all Time) is, you don’t say this. “Football, winning, and …
Read More »Alabama basketball listless in loss at Florida as SEC title hopes fade
Alabama basketball just didn’t have it against Florida. Take your pick to fill in what “it” was. Sometimes it was defense. Other times, offense. Whatever the Crimson Tide needed to beat Florida, it wasn’t there. What Alabama did have? Too many turnovers. Too many lapses. Too many mistakes. As a result, the Crimson Tide went to Gainesville and left without …
Read More »Why do the Bears have 4.5 months to sign Jaylon Johnson? The franchise tag deadline explained
Why do the Bears have 4.5 months to sign Jaylon Johnson? The franchise tag deadline explained originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago The Bears placed a non-exclusive franchise tag on Jaylon Johnson on Tuesday, the team announced. Both parties have 4.5 months to find common ground on a deal. What does that mean exactly? The deadline for teams to place …
Read More »Calallen ISD names search firm members, posts job opening for head football coach/athletic director
The Calallen Independent School District announced Monday the four members of the We Will Win Consulting search firm that will help select the next head football coach and athletic director at Calallen High School. Former New Braunfels ISD superintendent Cade Smith, retired Allen ISD athletic director Steve Williams, Dr. Curtis Culwell and retired Southlake Carroll athletic director and head football …
Read More »Jason Kelce’s retirement so far: Time with Travis, a flaming table jump and an NBA game
Jason Kelce is just one day into retirement, but he appears to already be making the most of it. Jason and his brother Travis have been enjoying time together in the wake of Jason’s emotional retirement speech after 13 years with the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday. Travis, the Kansas City Chiefs All-Pro tight end who just won his third Super …
Read More »Why did the Bears request a top-30 visit with Caleb Williams this early? Let’s read the tea leaves
Why did the Bears request a top-30 visit with Caleb Williams this early? Let’s read the tea leaves originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago In preparation for the 2024 NFL draft, the Bears — oddly — have tried to bring in players for their top-30 visits. Starting with Caleb Williams, according to Albert Breer. But, why? Most teams don’t start …
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