Packers head coach Matt LaFleur says that until the first day that teams could talk to free agents this offseason, he was under the impression that running back Aaron Jones would be back in Green Bay. Instead, the Packers cut Jones and signed free agent running back Josh Jacobs, and LaFleur said he didn’t see that coming. “It kind of …
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Four-star offensive lineman names Nebraska in the Top Eight
A class of 2025 offensive lineman has announced his top eight schools just before making a scheduled visit to Nebraska. Marcus Garica is named Texas A&M, Michigan, Arkansas, Penn State, Missouri, Florida and Ole Miss along with the Huskers in the top eight. Garcia will officially visit Nebraska the weekend of April 26-28. He also has visits scheduled for Florida …
Read More »Michigan State football players: Vibe on the rise under ‘straight-shooter’ Jonathan Smith
EAST LANSING – After a season filled with turmoil and turnover, with a coaching change underway, Derrick Harmon entered the transfer portal. The Detroit native, after visiting a handful of other schools, realized staying with Michigan State football would be his best option. To stay close to home so his mom can watch. To remain with his close friends and …
Read More »Rutgers football recruiting: Damon ‘Nuddle’ Ferguson gets a weekend offer
Damon ‘Nuddle’ Ferguson was offered by Rutgers football on Saturday, putting the Big Ten program squarely in the mix for the talented athlete. A class of 2026 defensive back from Maryland, Ferguson is a special player. He boasts elite speed and agility. In early March, Ferguson ran a 49.75 time in the 400 meters at the Nike Indoor Nationals. He …
Read More »CBS Sports includes Sooners among teams that can make playoff in 2024
In the 2024 college football season, all eyes will be on the Oklahoma Sooners and the Texas Longhorns. The college football world will want to see how the Red River Rivals fair in their first season in the SEC. Proclamations have been made, with many favoring the Horns to contend for a national title, but the Sooners aren’t looked upon …
Read More »NHL playoff standings: Must-win game for the Red Wings?
Of the three Atlantic Division teams that were supposed to make the leap into serious playoff contention this season — the Buffalo Sabres, Detroit Red Wings and Ottawa Senators — only the Wings realistically remain in the race as the month of April begins. But, with a 3-5-2 record in their past 10 games, their playoff chances are dwindling. Editor’s …
Read More »Rutgers is the football opportunity Monmouth transfer Dymere Miller wanted. Here’s why
PISCATAWAY – Dymere Miller sought a new opportunity, a new program where he could continue to develop and increase his chances to play at the next level. After a stellar career at Monmouth, Miller found that new opportunity 40 miles up Route 18. Rutgers offered just what he was looking for. “I’m nothing but blessed to have this opportunity,” Miller …
Read More »Top-10 New Jersey recruit Renick Dorilas breaks down his Rutgers football commitment: ‘Nobody has shown more love than Rutgers’
Renick Dorilas had been on campus at Rutgers more than any other school. This familiarity and connection ended up playing a huge role in his recruitment. On Sunday, Dorilas committed to Rutgers football, posting his decision on social media. A three-star defensive back who will play next year at Don Bosco Prep (Ramsey, New Jersey), Dorilas is a top-10 recruit …
Read More »Ex-NFL DB Cameron Sutton turns himself in after weeks of evading law enforcement
Cameron Sutton has turned himself in, ending a weeks-long search for a former NFL defensive back who was wanted for a domestic violence warrant. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office announced the 29-year-old Sutton arrived at a jail in Tampa, Florida, on Sunday night, nearly a week after it said his attorney informed authorities that the former Detroit Lions and Pittsburgh …
Read More »Ranking the contenders: Four-star QB Matt Zollers
Four-star Matt Zollers has already visited Missouri, Pittsburgh, and Penn State this month. The Royersford (Pa.) Spring Ford quarterback is set to visit Alabama for the first time on Monday and will return to Georgia on Tuesday before announcing his commitment on Thursday. Rivals ranks the contenders as Zollers heads into the final days before his commitment. ***** CLASS OF …
Read More »2024 NFL mock draft: Surprising rise for 4th QB taken
Rob Rang NFL Draft Analyst The 2024 NFL draft is heavy on offensive prospects with quarterbacks, wide receivers and offensive tackles expected to dominate the first round. The rich crop of QBs could lead some clubs to consider bold trades, but with a disproportionate number of underclassmen opting to return to college football this year, the talent drops off considerably …
Read More »Mock Draft Monday with Field Yates: You will be shocked how early Bo Nix goes
Subscribe to the Yahoo Fantasy Football Show This embedded content is not available in your region. ‘Mock Draft Monday’ rolls on ESPN’s Field Yates joining Matt Harmon to break down his latest mock draft. Harmon has Yates break down his mock draft methodology and what goes into his decision making when placing certain prospects on certain teams. Yates shares his …
Read More »BYU spring football concludes with emphasis on tweaking details, strengthening culture
BYU players prepare for a snap during spring drills in Provo on March 14, 2024. Spring camp concluded last Friday. | Aaron Cornia, BYU Photo One could say BYU learned a lot of lessons during its foray into the Big 12 this past year. A big lesson in the losses to Oklahoma and Oklahoma State is how important small, seemingly …
Read More »Nine schools make up All-Area football team; Fort Hill, Mtn. Ridge grab 26 spots
Mar. 30—Nine schools made up the Cumberland Times-News All-Area football team, led by Fort Hill and Mountain Ridge, which occupied a combined 26 spots on the first and second teams. Area head coaches were requested to submit nominations from their own team. Those were used to create a ballot for coaches to vote on. Ten coaches submitted nominations and eight …
Read More »ESPN previews new-look Michigan football defense in 2024
While there may be a lot of unknowns about the 2024 Michigan Wolverines in football, given the new coaching staff and so much of the personnel departing for the NFL, one thing is for sure: the defense stands to be among the nation’s best. All that despite the entire defensive coaching staff from a year ago turning over. It’s a …
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