Heading into the last year of his rookie deal, 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk has been the subject of trade rumors throughout the offseason. While San Francisco does not appear inclined to deal Aiyuk, there is still plenty of time for something to happen before the season — whether that’s Aiyuk signing a new contract with the 49ers or heading elsewhere. …

Steve Sloan, the former Alabama football quarterback and athletics director, died Sunday in Orlando, Florida at the age of 79, according to an obituary written by Wayne Atcheson, a former UA sports information director. Sloan spent the past three months in memory care. He died at Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital with his wife, Brenda, by his side. Born …

Getty Images Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb wants a new contract, and while he waits to get paid as he enters the final year of his rookie deal, he reportedly could hold out and not be present for offseason workouts. The star’s absence began Monday, according to the Dallas Morning News, as the team opened its voluntary offseason program.   …

The New York Giants’ defense is planning for change this upcoming season, with a focus on being faster, more aggressive and violent. New defensive coordinator Shane Bowen wants opposing offenses to struggle against his squad and has a plan for how he wants things to look.  “I’m hoping it’s going to be speed and aggressiveness,” Bowen said, discussing the plans …

USATSI Former Alabama quarterback and longtime college football coach Steve Sloan has died. Sloan, who won two national championships while playing under legendary coach Paul “Bear” Bryant, was 79. Sloan began his Alabama career as a backup to Joe Namath, though he earned some playing time in 1964 as Namath dealt with a nagging knee injury. The Crimson Tide won …

Tee Higgins reportedly wants out of Cincinnati, but he’s preparing to spend his fifth season with the Bengals. Speaking at his youth football camp, the standout wide receiver told reporters that he expects to still be with the team when the 2024 season begins. “I do anticipate it,” Higgins said. “I’ve grown a love for Cincinnati that I didn’t think …

Purdy admits 49ers ‘still stinging’ from Super Bowl LVIII loss originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area There was not one play that 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy could identify as the reason the 49ers lost Super Bowl LVIII. He watched and re-watched the game a couple of times and found multiple missed opportunities that added up to San Francisco’s inability …

MANHATTAN — It has been well documented that Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson is all in when it comes to running the Wildcats’ offense. Coaches and teammates alike have marveled at his dedication, determination and thirst for knowledge as he prepares to take the reins full time as a sophomore in 2024. The long hours watching tape and conversing with …

USATSI Davante Adams has not been shy about teasing discontent with the Las Vegas Raiders since joining the team in 2022. But going into 2024, the star wide receiver has no more qualms about his place, telling reporters this week he’s committed to the franchise. “If I wanted to be gone, I’d be gone by now,” Adams said, per The …

USATSI Days after word surfaced of long-term contract talks, DeVonta Smith and the Philadelphia Eagles have reached a new deal, the team announced Monday, agreeing to an extension running through the 2028 season. As part of the deal, the Eagles have exercised Smith’s fifth-year option for the 2025 season, tying him to Philadelphia for the next five years in total. …

Apr. 15—CHAMPAIGN — Yes, Illinois football coach Bret Bielema has considered the issue Northwestern is facing with its home field this season. Even though his Illini won’t visit the Wildcats for 229 days. Eager to get started on the renovation at Ryan Field, Northwestern has already torn down its former home. The school announced last week plans to play its …

The Philadelphia Eagles are making sure that Jalen Hurts has one of his top receivers by his side for the foreseeable future. DeVonta Smith has agreed to a three-year extension with the Eagles, the team announced Monday. While they didn’t disclose how much Smith will earn, the receiver is set to make $75 million over the deal with $51 million …

USATSI Days after word surfaced of long-term contract talks, DeVonta Smith and the Philadelphia Eagles have reached a new deal, as CBS Sports Lead NFL Insider Jonathan Jones reported, on Monday agreeing to an extension running through the 2028 season. As part of the deal, the Eagles have exercised Smith’s fifth-year option for the 2025 season, tying him to Philadelphia …

DeVonta Smith finally gets his big extension with Eagles originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia DeVonta Smith got his payday and he isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. The Eagles have now ensured that their rising star receiver is under contract through the 2028 season. On Monday morning, the Eagles picked up Smith’s fifth-year option on his rookie contract and agreed …

Apr. 15—COLUMBUS — If Chip Kelly wanted to make a good first impression as Ohio State offensive coordinator, he figured out a good way to do it Saturday. When the Buckeyes’ No. 1 offense took the field for the first time in the spring game, TreVeyon Henderson lined up on the right wing with Quinshon Judkins and Patrick Gurd in …