Getty Images Bank of America Stadium, home of the Carolina Panthers, could be getting an facelift soon. Tepper Sports & Entertainment have proposed upgrades to Bank of America Stadium, while keeping it in the same location in Charlotte, North Carolina. The goal of the project is to “enhance the fan and player experience, modernize infrastructure, and continue to deliver world-class …
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Hall of Fame Cowboys legend Larry Allen dies suddenly at 52 while vacationing
Larry Allen, one of the most dominant offensive linemen in the NFL during a 12-year career spent mostly with the Dallas Cowboys, has died. He was 52. Allen died suddenly on Sunday while on vacation with his family in Mexico, the Cowboys said. A six-time All-Pro who was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2013, Allen said …
Read More »Cowboys legend Larry Allen dies at age 52: Where Hall of Fame lineman ranks among franchise’s all-time greats
No one loved offensive-line play more than John Madden, the former Hall of Fame coach and legendary NFL broadcaster who once paid Larry Allen the ultimate compliment. Madden, who was on the call for a 1999 game between the Cowboys and Colts, openly marveled at the play of Allen, a Hall of Fame offensive guard who passed away Sunday at the …
Read More »Big Ten football transfers: New Ohio State, Oregon stars poised to make immediate impact in 2024 season
Remember the days when you followed high school football recruiting? Breathlessly anticipating the same quotes from different players about how much they enjoyed their official visit and how the coaching staff made them feel like they were family. Remember anxiously awaiting the announcement of a commitment and then white-knuckling it until National Signing Day, hoping nothing changed before they signed …
Read More »Tony Jefferson coming out of retirement: Veteran safety trying out with Chargers during minicamp, per report
Tony Jefferson’s comeback attempt will take its first steps in Los Angeles. The 32-year-old safety is salted to try out with the Chargers during their upcoming minicamp, according to NFL Insider Jordan Schultz. Jefferson, a San Diego native, has a link with the Chargers stemming from new GM Joe Hortiz, who was the director of player personnel for the Baltimore …
Read More »Former 49ers, Cowboys O-lineman Larry Allen dies at 52
Former 49ers, Cowboys O-lineman Larry Allen dies at 52 originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Dallas Cowboys Hall of Fame offensive lineman Larry Allen died suddenly Sunday while on vacation in Mexico with his family, the team announced. He was 52. In a statement released Monday morning, the Cowboys said Allen was “known for his great athleticism and incredible …
Read More »Nick Saban is on the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame induction ballot
Former Alabama Crimson Tide head football coach Nick Saban has been announced as a possible inductee for the 2024 College Football Hall of Fame Class. The full ballot was recently announced, and Saban was one of a few notable figures in the realm of college football to be a first-time ballot member. Saban was hired at Alabama in 2006 and …
Read More »Front-loaded: Giants happily putting heavy pressure on their four-man D-line
Ralph Vacchiano NFC East Reporter When Kayvon Thibodeaux stepped to the podium after a practice last month, he made a bold proclamation. At first, it sounded like he was kidding. But on second thought, maybe not. “I’m going for the record — so don’t ask,” he said with a smile. “Every year I’m here, I’m going for Michael Strahan’s record.” …
Read More »CeeDee Lamb extension: Cowboys can go full steam ahead on a new deal after Justin Jefferson reset WR market
FRISCO, Texas — “We’d like to see some more leaves fall. We’d like to see some more action,” Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones said on April 23, two days before the 2024 NFL Draft when asked why he hadn’t signed players like Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb to extensions this offseason since both are entering the final …
Read More »Six Ole Miss football, MVSU connections present on 2025 College Football Hall of Fame ballot
Three candidates with Ole Miss football connections and three Mississippi Valley State alumni are on the ballot for the 2025 College Football Hall of Fame, the National Football Foundation announced Monday. The three former Rebels are linemen Terrence Metcalf and Michael Oher, as well as Tommy Tuberville, who coached at Ole Miss for three seasons. MVSU’s representatives are defensive back …
Read More »Justin Jefferson lands record-breaking contract from Vikings, plus ranking NFL divisions
Welcome to the Monday edition of the Pick Six newsletter! It’s the first Monday of June, a day that will now forever be remembered as “Justin Jefferson Day” and that’s because the Vikings receiver just signed one of the biggest contracts in NFL history, so happy “Justin Jefferson Day” everyone! We’ll be breaking down Jefferson’s deal in today’s newsletter, plus …
Read More »Chicago Sports Network to air Blackhawks, Bulls, White Sox games
CHICAGO — A new network is launching to carry games from three Chicago pro teams, the Blackhawks, Bulls and White Sox. The Chicago Sports Network (CHSN) announced Monday that it will launch in October across multiple platforms. The network said it will air more than 300 live Blackhawks, Bulls and White Sox games annually and include pre- and postgame coverage …
Read More »Legendary lineman Larry Allen dies at 52
Larry Allen, a Pro Football Hall of Famer and one of the most powerful offensive lineman the NFL has ever seen, has died at the age of 52. “The Dallas Cowboys are very saddened to share that Cowboys legend, Super Bowl Champion, Cowboys Ring of Honor member, and Pro Football Hall of Famer Larry Allen passed away suddenly while on …
Read More »3 Iron Bowls in one season? Here’s why it’s now possible for Alabama football vs. Auburn
HOMEWOOD − There’s a scenario and a world where the Iron Bowl could happen three times in the same season. Seriously. Alabama football and Auburn could conceivably face off three times in the new setup set to start this season with the expanded College Football Playoff and no divisions anymore in the SEC. So, the Crimson Tide and Tigers could …
Read More »Giants reportedly bracing for Darren Waller to announce retirement soon
Darren Waller might have played his final snap in the NFL. The New York Giants are expecting the veteran tight end to make a decision on his football future before the team starts minicamp on June 11, ESPN reported Monday. Waller, who’ll turn 32 shortly after the season begins in September, has pondered retirement this offseason. Rumors of him …
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