Sep 14, 2024; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners quarterback Jackson Arnold (11) runs for a touchdown past Tulane Green Wave defensive back Johnathan Edwards (8) during the second half at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images Norman, Oklahoma has become the epicenter of college football this week. One of the biggest home games in recent memory for …
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Point the blame for latest Eagles meltdown straight at Nick Sirianni
Point the blame for latest Eagles meltdown straight at Nick Sirianni originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia The unthinkable has become the norm. Nightmare endings have become inevitable. It keeps happening and there doesn’t seem to be anything Nick Sirianni can do to stop it. The players have changed. A bunch of ‘em. Twenty-two guys who started a game last …
Read More »It’s mail time: Is FSU’s Mike Norvell stubborn? Will DJ Uiagalelei ever be benched for Brock Glenn
Florida State football fans are growing impatient and wants answers after Saturday’s loss to Memphis, 20-12 dropped the Seminoles to 0-3. What was projected to be a 3-0 start heading into Saturday’s ACC matchup against California Saturday at 7 p.m. at Doak Campbell Stadium has been flipped. And it might not get any better. The questions remain consistent, involving Mike …
Read More »NFL Cites Jon Gruden Win in Brian Flores Discrimination Case Appeal
In new dueling filings at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, the NFL and Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores debate whether a federal trial judge correctly advanced Flores’ race discrimination and retaliation claims against the Denver Broncos, New York Giants and Houston Texans and related claims against the NFL. In a Sept. 13 brief, the league …
Read More »How is former Wisconsin QB Nick Evers performing as the starter at UConn?
The Wisconsin Badgers were dealt a massive blow during their 42-10 blowout loss to No. 4 Alabama on Saturday: Starting quarterback Tyler Van Dyke went down with a knee injury, which was later confirmed to be a torn ACL. The Badgers now turn to redshirt sophomore Braedyn Locke for the remainder of 2024. The backup: true freshman Mabrey Mettauer (three-star …
Read More »David Andrews, Ja’Whaun Bentley would not have practiced Monday
The Patriots would have been short on offensive linemen if they practiced on Monday. The team said that center David Andrews (hip), left tackle Vederian Lowe (knee), and guard Sidy Sow (ankle) would have all missed practice. Sow did not play in Sunday’s overtime loss to the Seahawks, but Andrews and Lowe both started the game. Andrews played every snap …
Read More »Dan Mullen ranks his top 10 CFB teams after Week 3
Nov 20, 2021; Columbia, Missouri, USA; Florida Gators head coach Dan Mullen on the sidelines against the Missouri Tigers during the first half at Faurot Field at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports ESPN college football analyst Dan Mullen released his top 10 rankings following Week 3. Mullen, who previously served as the Florida Gators and Mississippi State …
Read More »DeMeco Ryans defends Azeez Al-Shaair but adds “we can’t throw punches”
Officials missed a punch thrown by Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair on the Bears sideline during Sunday Night Football. Al-Shaair should have been ejected, and it remains to be seen whether he will be suspended for the Week 3 game against the Vikings. Al-Shaair hit Bears quarterback Caleb Williams along the sideline as the rookie was headed out of bounds. Several …
Read More »Wazzu’s Apple Cup win a contrast of cultures
Sep. 17—Two players with over $1.2 million in collective name, image and likeness earnings met two players with 10 combined seasons on the Palouse. As history will tell, the Palouse tenure won the day. Facing fourth-and-goal on the 1-yard line, Washington quarterback Will Rogers took a shotgun snap and ran to his right. Washington State senior edge Andrew Edson bull …
Read More »Olympic gold medalist wrestler Gable Steveson works out for Ravens
Gable Steveson, the Olympic gold medalist wrestler who played for the Bills in the preseason, is continuing his attempt to play in the NFL. Steveson worked out for the Ravens today, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. The 24-year-old Steveson was an NCAA champion and Olympic gold medalist in wrestling in the heavyweight division, and the Bills figured with …
Read More »Josh Heupel expects a ‘great crowd’ for his return to Oklahoma
Sep 1, 2022; Knoxville, Tennessee, USA; Tennessee Volunteers head coach Josh Heupel during the first half against the Ball State Cardinals at Neyland Stadium. Randy Sartin-USA TODAY Sports The Oklahoma Sooners and the Tennessee Volunteers are on a collision course this week. They’ll meet in Norman on Saturday night on ABC as both teams look to stay undefeated in 2024. …
Read More »Giants work out four kickers, including Randy Bullock
Giants kicker Graham Gano injured his hamstring on the opening kickoff Sunday, and he will miss a few weeks with his injury. The Giants have Jude McAtamney on their practice squad, but as coach Brian Daboll said they would earlier Monday, the Giants worked out four kickers. Randy Bullock, Zane Gonzalez, Riley Patterson and Tanner Brown were in town for …
Read More »Wisconsin star wide receiver shines in loss to Alabama
Not many aspects of Wisconsin’s performance in its 42-10 home loss to No. 4 Alabama on Saturday require applause. The offense couldn’t find consistency, the defense suffered lapses and the talent gap was quite evident. One player, however, delivered a signature performance in front of a national television audience and packed house at Camp Randall Stadium. Wide receiver Will Pauling, …
Read More »Eagles’ pass rush searching for answers after dismal performance vs. Falcons
Eagles’ pass rush searching for answers after dismal performance vs. Falcons originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Josh Sweat searched for the words. And searched. But he had trouble finding an answer as he stood in his corner of a stunned locker room quiet enough to hear a pin drop. What the heck is wrong with the Eagles’ pass rush? …
Read More »College Football Playoff bracketology: SEC, Big Ten living up to expectations
The race for the College Football Playoff is beginning to take shape as the Bowl Subdivision turns to conference play. What do we know? One, that the SEC has so far lived up to expectations. The conference has a deep stable of contenders for the 12-team field, led by Georgia, Texas and Alabama. Two, that the Big Ten should likewise …
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