The complete 2024 NFL schedule is out, and there are marquee matchups littered throughout. But what about marquee teams? The Miami Dolphins may be one of them, fresh off their second straight playoff appearance under head coach Mike McDaniel. With a star-studded offense led by former MVP candidate Tua Tagovailoa, Miami is finally looking to make noise in the postseason, …
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Wisconsin receives low grade for its spring transfer portal window haul
National college recruiting website Rivals awarded Wisconsin football a letter ‘C’ grade for the program’s moves during the spring transfer portal window. The window was open from April 16-30 for players to enter. Some in the portal remain uncommitted, as there is no deadline to find a new destination. Wisconsin in total saw seven players enter the portal: QB Nick …
Read More »Keys to the Panthers-Bruins Game 6 playoff showdown
Kristen Shilton, ESPN NHL reporterMay 17, 2024, 07:00 AM ET CloseKristen Shilton is a national NHL reporter for ESPN. The Boston Bruins and Florida Panthers entered their second-round Stanley Cup playoff series with history. But their present story might be even more compelling. Let’s recap: The Panthers were routed by the Bruins in Game 1, blew Boston out in Game …
Read More »Puka Nacua: The challenge is resetting the standard this year
The 2024 season is going to start with a little deja vu for the Rams because they will be in Detroit to face the Lions in a rematch of the Wild Card game that ended their 2023 season. Their chances of getting a different result will be helped if wide receiver Puka Nacua’s performance elicits memories of last season as …
Read More »Hawaii safety schedules Tennessee visit
2025 safety prospect Aidan Manutai will officially visit Tennessee. Manutai will officially visit the Vols on June 7. He will also officially visit California on May 24, Penn State on May 31, Nebraska on June 14 and Washington on June 21. The 6-foot, 195-pound four-star safety is from Kahuku High School in Kahuku, Hawaii. Manutai ranks as the No. 701 …
Read More »FOX President Mike Mulvihill on Crafting Prime-Time Matchups for the 2024 NFL Schedule | NFL on FOX
Video Details Join Dave Helman as he sits down with Mike Mulvihill, President, Insights & Analytics at FOX for an illuminating conversation. Together, they unravel the complexities of the 2024 NFL Schedule release, offering unique insights into the meticulous crafting process. Explore the intricate criteria driving the selection of prime matchups and gain a deeper understanding of the prioritization process …
Read More »Steelers RB Najee Harris motivated to ‘prove a lot of people wrong’ in 2024, trainer says
Already a workaholic, Najee Harris has upped the ante this offseason. The Pittsburgh Steelers running back is in tip-top shape as he continues to prepare for the upcoming season, his last one under his rookie contract after Pittsburgh declined to pick up his fifth-year option. Harris’ offseason has included making modifications to his diet as well as purchasing his own 1080 …
Read More »Wisconsin football offers four-star class of 2026 IOL
Wisconsin football extended an offer to four-star class of 2026 iOL Ben Nichols on Wednesday. Both 247sports’ composite ranking and On3’s industry ranking have Nichols as a four-star recruit. The Davison, Michigan native already holds offers from 13 schools including Michigan State, Florida State, Purdue, Notre Dame, Virginia Tech, Georgia Tech, Penn State, Illinois and Tennessee. On3’s industry ranking has …
Read More »Cowboys 2024 NFL schedule: Opponent breakdowns, five must-see games and predictions for all 17 games
The Dallas Cowboys’ 2024 offseason has been nothing short of a rollercoaster, and now we have arrived at the portion in which they learn their official schedule for the upcoming season. It began unceremoniously as they became the first team since the 1970 AFL/NFL merger to win at least 12 games in three consecutive seasons and not reach as far …
Read More »Andrews extension stands to benefit Pats culture, Maye development
Andrews extension stands to benefit Pats culture, Maye development originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston FOXBORO — Slowly but surely, the Patriots are doing what they can to ensure they have a nurturing environment to provide for their rookie quarterback as he develops. Before they even knew for certain they’d be able to land Drake Maye, they re-signed Mike Onwenu …
Read More »Ohio State ranked first in cornerback rankings
Jesse Simonton of On3 releases his college football unit rankings throughout the off-season and a few Ohio State units have been mentioned throughout the series. On Thursday, he released his 2024 top ten cornerback unit rankings and the Buckeyes squad was top billing. This ranking makes sense for many reasons and I think few college football fans would disagree with …
Read More »Shedeur Sanders has the hype — and ability — to be QB1 in 2025 draft class
The ink is barely dry in scouts’ notebooks outlining expectations for the top signal-callers in the 2024 NFL Draft, but eyes are already on the aspiring QB1 building a case to be the No. 1 overall pick in 2025. While the hype around the Colorado program has subsided since the Buffaloes posted a 4-8 record in Coach Prime’s debut season, …
Read More »Chiefs first-round rookie Xavier Worthy’s car stolen from parking garage in Kansas City, per reports
Getty Images It’s a tough time to be a Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver. Amid legal uncertainty surrounding 2023 standout Rashee Rice, who faces criminal charges for his role in a March high-speed car crash, Rice’s fellow pass catcher, incoming rookie Xavier Worthy, had his car stolen in the K.C. area this week, as FOX4 reported. Worthy, 21, is fresh …
Read More »Ohio State football offers one of nations top 2025 offensive tackles
With 13 commits already, Ohio State football has one of the nation’s top recruiting classes for the 2025 cycle. There will be more additions to the class, and the Buckeyes are hoping that Florida offensive tackle, Ziyare Addison, is one of them. The 6-foot, 5-inch, 290-pound lineman is ranked as the nations No. 211 overall prospect and 22nd offensive tackle …
Read More »Winners and losers from 2024 NFL schedule release, plus ranking the best revenge games
Welcome to the Thursday edition of the Pick Six newsletter! I’m guessing you’ve probably heard by now, but in case you haven’t: THE NFL SCHEDULE WAS RELEASED LAST NIGHT. If you’re wondering why I’m writing in all caps, it’s because I’ve had 12 cups of coffee since yesterday morning and my brain is so fried that I’m not even sure …
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