Daily Archives: March 30, 2024

49ers sign Lions restricted free agent Brock Wright to offer sheet

In what has become fairly glaring proof of wink-nod collusion, NFL teams rarely sign restricted free agents from other teams to offer sheets. Basically, they’re as rare as a sighting of a Sasquatch, the Loch Ness monster, or the abominable snowman. One has happened today. Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports that the 49ers have signed Lions tight end Brock …

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The QB ripple effect of the 2024 NFL Draft

Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz explains why there’s so much intrigue surrounding the 2024 NFL Draft and why the QB rush at the top of the 1st round could mean we see six QBs taken and other top talent pushed to later in the round. Video Transcript JASON FITZ: You could make an argument that the 2024 NFL draft is the …

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Ohio State misses out on 2025 four-star Texas running back

Ohio State football was on recruiting hot steak recently, but things have cooled off a bit, and Friday afternoon continued with that trend. The Buckeyes were one of six schools that 2025 Texas Running Back, Tory Blaylock, selected from on Friday afternoon, and it was Oklahoma winning out for his commitment. He is a solid recruit, as he ranks as …

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Jets trade for All-Pro edge rusher Haason Reddick

The Jets’ defense just got a whole lot better. Gang Green is acquiring All-Pro edge rusher Haason Reddick in a trade with the Eagles, according to multiple reports. The Jets are reportedly sending a conditional 2026 third-round pick to Philadelphia. The 29-year-old joins the Jets on the final year of his contract, which is worth $15.5 million, and is expected …

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Ohio State lands a commitment from 4-star 2025 Florida defensive end

It’s a big weekend for Ohio State football in regards to recruiting and on Friday night it started off with a BOOM! London Merrit, the Georgia native who currently preps in Florida at IMG Academy, is a 2025 defensive end who committed to the Buckeyes to start off the weekend’s festivities. The 6-foot, 3-inch, 250-pound pass rusher is one of …

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Eagles trade edge rusher Hasson Reddick to Jets

Two weeks ago, Eagles edge rusher Haason Reddick agreed to push back a $1 million roster bonus to April 1. It gave the Eagles more time to find a trade partner. On Friday, the Eagles agreed to trade Reddick to the Jets for a conditional third-round pick that could be a second, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reports. The expectation …

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Michigan football hires Lou Esposito as new DL coach after Greg Scruggs resigned

Michigan football has found its new defensive line coach. Lou Esposito, the newly appointed co-defensive coordinator at Memphis, is set to take the job in Ann Arbor, the school announced Friday. Esposito will replace Greg Scruggs, who resigned March 21 – five days after he was arrested in downtown Ann Arbor for operating a vehicle while intoxicated and less than …

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Report: 49ers extend RFA offer sheet to Lions TE Brock Wright

Report: 49ers extend RFA offer sheet to Lions TE Brock Wright originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers appear intent on beefing up their tight end corps. San Francisco extended an offer sheet to Detroit Lions restricted free agent tight end Brock Wright, NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport reported Friday, citing sources. The Lions have five days to match …

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2025 4-star WR out of Fulshear (TX) will visit Texas A&M this weekend

Texas A&M’s 2025 recruiting class is respectable, with four commits, including several four-star defenders. Four-star running back Deondrae “Tiger” Riden is the most recent commit, carrying a ton of potential for the Aggies’ new coaching regime. This weekend, Elko and his staff are set to host a long list of 2025 prospects, which could lead to one or more potential …

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Why 49ers signed journeyman Dobbs to compete for backup job

Why 49ers signed journeyman Dobbs to compete for backup job originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers hoped to bring back their top three quarterbacks from last season. But they settled for two out of three. Starter Brock Purdy enters the third season of his four-year contract as the final pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. The 49ers …

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State of Sports: Three burning questions surrounding UNH football

Mar. 29—Spring practice kicked off for the University of New Hampshire football team Wednesday morning. The Wildcats have spring 15 workouts scheduled, concluding with the team’s Blue/White game on Friday, April 26 (7 p.m.). Spring practice began with plenty of uncertainty. Here are three questions the Wildcats need to answer as they prepare for the 2024 season: 1. Who will …

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