Jun 25, 2024, 03:38 PM ET CALGARY, Alberta — Jon Cooper has been named Canada’s coach for upcoming international play, including the 2026 Olympics in Milan. Hockey Canada announced Tuesday the two-time Stanley Cup-winning coach of the Tampa Bay Lightning also will be behind the bench for the NHL’s Four Nations Face-Off in February, a prep tournament of sorts for …

rivals.jpg JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Rivals Five-Star, the marquee high school football event of the summer, has arrived. On Tuesday, the 100 players set to compete at the Jacksonville Jaguars’ facility will roll through media day. This will be your one-stop shopping for all the interviews, stories and analysis. ***** MORE RIVALS FIVE-STAR: Ten matchups we can’t wait to see …

Either he forgot about Sauce Gardner, or Joey Porter Jr. truly feels that the Jets’ standout defensive back is not among the NFL’s top-five cornerbacks. For whatever reason, Porter, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ second-year defensive back, omitted Gardner from his list, which will surely trigger a reaction from Jets and NFL fans alike.  Porter tabbed the Titans’ L’Jarius Sneed as the …

This offseason, Saquon Barkley moved to a divisional rival when he signed with the Philadelphia Eagles. The former New York Giants running back signed a three-year, $37.75 million deal with $26 million guaranteed, which is among the top deals in the league at his position. The Eagles defense have gone from planning to stop Barkley twice a year, to having …

The Pac-12 and the Big Ten did not like the fact that the SEC has been able to get away with scheduling only eight conference games in college football. The Pac-12 and Big Ten have been playing nine conference games, which makes their schedules tougher. SEC teams do not get punished for playing The Citadel or Chattanooga before their rivalry …

Jun 25, 2024, 02:53 PM ET The Detroit Red Wings acquired a second-round pick in the 2024 NHL draft and forward Jesse Kiiskinen from the Nashville Predators on Tuesday in exchange for defenseman Andrew Gibson. The Red Wings will hold a pair of picks (No. 47 and No. 53 overall) in the second round. Kiiskinen, 18, recorded 10 points (four …

The Oklahoma Sooners 2025 recruiting class is coming together as we reach the middle of the summer, less than six months away from the early signing period. After adding a pair of four-star wide receivers over the last week, it’s the defense’s turn. Four-star defensive end C.J. Nickson committed to the Oklahoma Sooners. Nickson chose the Sooners over Bedlam rivals …

NFL: Houston Texans at Cincinnati Bengals 2023 Stats (Rank) Points per game: 21.5 (16th)Total yards per game: 318.9 (22nd)Plays per game: 61.6 (24th)Pass Attempts + Sacks per game: 39.1 (5th)Dropback EPA per play: 0.05 (16th)Rush attempts per game: 22.5 (30th)Rush EPA per play: -0.1 (15th) Coaching Staff Zac Taylor remains in place as the Bengals head coach for a fifth …

The 2025 recruiting cycle is beginning its final stretch, but there is still plenty of time for Auburn to build its strongest class under Hugh Freeze’s watch. One of the top targets that Auburn continues to pursue is five-star quarterback Julian Lewis, a USC commit. Lewis announced his commitment to Lincoln Riley’s program last fall. However, Auburn is the closest …

At 35 years old and after a fairly recent ACL injury, Buffalo Bills star pass rusher Von Miller is not expected to be the same explosive player he once was, but head coach Sean McDermott knows the veteran still offers plenty to the team. Miller is now a year removed from the injury, which McDermott says will make a significant difference …

Antonio Brown, a former All-Pro receiver who made nearly $81 million during his 12-year NFL career, recently confirmed reports that he has filed for bankruptcy. Brown, 35, said that he filed Chapter 11, which is commonly referred to as “reorganization” bankruptcy in which the debtor usually proposes a plan to pay creditors over time while maintaining their businesses.  While he …

Michigan State hosted defensive line prospect Mykah Newton on an official visit to open the month of June, and the Spartans are now trying to close the deal with the 3-star from Newberry, Florida. Newton has announced his intention to commit on July 18, and has named Michigan State alongside NC State and UCF in his top three finalists. https://x.com/LeytonRoberts_/status/1804877565531664476 …

On Tuesday, EA Sports College Football 25 released its 25 toughest places to play in the upcoming game. Neyland Stadium is ranked top 15 in EA Sports College Football 25. Neyland Stadium is ranked No. 13 with six other Southeastern Conference stadiums ahead of the Vols. Texas A&M’s Kyle Field is ranked No. 1, Alabama’s Bryant-Denny Stadium is second, LSU’s Tiger Stadium …

Three scenarios in which Aiyuk remains a 49er in 2024, possibly beyond originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers have tried to work out a multiyear contract extension with Brandon Aiyuk since the 2023 NFL season ended, but the sides haven’t been able to reach an agreement thus far. Then, on Monday, a report surfaced that Aiyuk planned …

Arizona is becoming an offensive lineman factory. Many great ones have developed their craft in the high school ranks, moving on to outstanding college and NFL careers. This 2024 season could be the best offensive linemen crop in a decade with the overall depth. After examining the state’s top 10 quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers and dynamic duos, it’s time …