Speaking to the assembled media at training camp for the first time since his absence from mandatory minicamp, Jets QB Aaron Rodgers discussed how he’s feeling, what he thinks of this 2024 group, and how that infamous trip to Egypt came to be. The biggest question surrounding the 40-year-old is obviously his health, as the four-time MVP is coming off …
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Crafting a new era: The 2024 Bristol-Plymouth football schedule
With July coming to a close, a new high school football season is on the horizon. Ahead of the tryouts and training camps, and before the first kickoff whistle sounds under those famed Friday night lights in the Greater Taunton area, the Taunton Daily Gazette is kicking off our 2024 high school football coverage with a look at all four area team’s …
Read More »Vikings WR Jordan Addison was in a ‘dark place’ after DUI arrest earlier this month
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is trying to move past his DUI arrest earlier this month. Addison, who addressed the incident for the first time at training camp Wednesday, said the arrest left him in a “dark place.” “I was surprised by the support that I received,” Addison said, via ESPN. “I didn’t think it was going to be …
Read More »USC safety Kamari Ramsey is sold on Trojans’ young wide receivers
USC football took center stage at Big Ten media days on Wednesday in Indianapolis. Connor Morrissette of USC’s 247Sports site talked to USC safety Kamari Ramsey, one of three players who went to Indianapolis for the media event. Ramsey really likes what he sees from two of the USC players he has had to compete against in practice: Ja’Kobi Lane …
Read More »2024 Philadelphia Eagles Fantasy Preview
2023 Stats (Rank) Points per game: 25.5 (7th) Total yards per game: 354.4 (8th) Plays per game: 65.4 (7th) Pass Attempts + Sacks per game: 35.4 (22nd) Drop back EPA per play: 0.11 (9th) Rush attempts per game: 30 (6th) Rush EPA per play: -0.01 (4th) Coaching Staff Nick Sirianni was riding high coming into 2023 after the Eagles nearly …
Read More »Tom Allen didn’t ‘need to take a job,’ but Penn State defensive coordinator was right fit.
INDIANAPOLIS — Former Indiana football coach Tom Allen went through a unique interview process to land Penn State’s vacant defensive coordinator position. Allen spent two weeks in Happy Valley with PSU’s coaching staff as part of an extended get-to-know-you phase that allowed both parties to see if it was the right fit. “Tom was in a position where he did …
Read More »Why are Packers ready to anoint Jordan Love their franchise QB? Inside hold-in week at Green Bay — and the rising stakes
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Matt LaFleur watched from the Green Bay sideline last November as his quarterback dropped back. The Packers faced third-and-16 from the Pittsburgh Steelers’ 35-yard line, a 10-point deficit threatening to deepen if they didn’t strike. But Jordan Love didn’t panic. He dropped back, and then dropped further, before unleashing a cross-body throw to the end zone. …
Read More »Lincoln Riley ‘not getting into’ OU athletic director Joe Castiglione’s SEC move comments
NORMAN — On OU’s first official day in the SEC, athletic director Joe Castiglione appeared to hint at the idea former coaches had about the Sooners’ SEC move. “I will tell you, without reservation, every coach that we talked to was excited,” Castiglione said. “And you know what, the ones that weren’t aren’t here anymore. This is Oklahoma. Either get …
Read More »Why an NFL analyst says Shane Waldron is vital, and what he needs to do for Caleb Williams
Why an NFL analyst says Shane Waldron is vital, and what he needs to do for Caleb Williams originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago Each NFL season brings an opportunity for success. And in any opportunity for a successful season, much like the Bears have this upcoming 2024 season, the player’s health and performance are the top priorities for meeting …
Read More »Countdown to camp: Which WSU newcomers could make a splash right away?
Jul. 24—PULLMAN — Here is the fifth installment of our countdown to Washington State fall camp, which starts on Wednesday. This issue covers the Cougars’ newcomers. Which WSU newcomers could make a splash right away? Much of what is changing around Washington State’s program this season is fairly obvious — the road matchup with rival Washington and the eight Mountain …
Read More »Colts place DT Raekwon Davis on active/NFI, CB Chris Lammons on active/PUP
The Colts made a pair of moves ahead of the first training camp practice. They placed cornerback Chris Lammons on the active/physically unable to perform list and defensive tackle Raekwon Davis on the active/non-football illness list, the team announced Wednesday. They can return as soon as the team’s medical staff clears them. Davis’ illness is unknown. He signed as a …
Read More »Lincoln Riley: ‘Got to make a decision on what’s best for SC’ with Notre Dame-USC football rivalry
On Wednesday, Lincoln Riley stood behind a dais and spoke to a group of assembled media in Indianapolis at Big Ten Media Days. It was a long trek for the USC coach, one he’ll have to get used to now with the Trojans set to begin play in the Big Ten for the 2024 college football season. According to Riley, …
Read More »Kyle Shanahan addresses the Brandon Aiyuk “hold in”
On Tuesday, 49ers G.M. John Lynch told reporters that the team expects all of its players to practice. Receiver Brandon Aiyuk, who reported for training camp despite discontent with his contract, did not practice on Wednesday. Coach Kyle Shanahan was asked whether it’s a sign a deal is imminent. “I don’t really know what it means,” Shanahan told reporters. “It …
Read More »2025 5-star safety Jonah Williams has announed his August commitment date
. 2025 5-star athlete/safety Jonah Williams has announced his commitment for later next month. Texas A&M is still leading the pack after hosting the talented defender on June 7, but don’t count out the Oregon Ducks, who hosted Williams for an official visit just two weeks later. Amid a successful summer, Mike Elko and his staff have struck recruiting gold …
Read More »Look who impressed Jim Harbaugh on first day of Chargers training camp
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert takes a selfie in front of enthusiastic Chargers fans during the first day of training camp. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times) The Chargers’ new facilities in El Segundo buzzed with excitement as training camp opened with a practice going full throttle — minus the shoulder pads. Still, fans at least caught a glimpse of the …
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