. The top recruit in the state of Nebraska for 2025 committed to the Cornhuskers on Monday night. Christian Jones is a four-star linebacker for Omaha Westside High School. Jones becomes the 19th commitment to the class of 2025. His commitment moves Nebraska’s class to just outside the top 25 at No. 26 overall, according to 247Sports. Last season, he …
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49ers honor Pearsall shooting first responders before Jets game
49ers honor Pearsall shooting first responders before Jets game originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Ricky Pearsall and the 49ers acknowledged the first responders who helped save the wide receiver’s life after he was shot in a robbery attempt on Aug. 31 in San Francisco. The organization celebrated San Francisco Police Sergeant Joelle Harrell and Dr. Lucy Kornblith on …
Read More »First look: Washington State faces rival Washington in nonconference, neutral-site Apple Cup
Sep. 9—PULLMAN — Here is a first look at Washington State’s neutral-site game against rival Washington this weekend in Seattle. What is it? In the first nonconference Apple Cup, WSU and UW will meet again, this time in a neutral-site capacity. Where is it? Lumen Field in Seattle. When is it? Kickoff is set for 12:30 p.m. Where can I …
Read More »Tyreek Hill: Police body cam footage released after detainment before Dolphins’ season opener
The Miami-Dade Police Department released body camera footage on Monday afternoon from the incident that left both Miami Dolphins players Tyreek Hill and Calais Campbell detained briefly ahead of their season opener on Sunday. Hill was detained by police after being pulled over on an apparent traffic stop while he was on his way to their game against the Jacksonville …
Read More »Idaho may need to rely on third-string quarterback Nick Josifek as injuries pile up
Sep. 9—MOSCOW, Idaho — An Idaho season that began with enormous optimism was on shaky ground after this weekend’s play. The Vandals opened the season with a stare -down against third-ranked Oregon before the Vandals narrowly lost, 24-14, and followed with a 17-13 upset of Football Bowl Subdivision’s Wyoming during which Idaho’s second quarterback, Jack Wagner, was injured in the …
Read More »49ers turn Breece Hall fumble into 3-0 lead
The 49ers have the first points on Monday night and they came after the first turnover. Jets running back Breece Hall caught a short pass from Aaron Rodgers, but lost the ball on a hit by 49ers linebacker Fred Warner. 49ers defensive lineman Maliek Collins recovered and the 49ers were in business at the Jets’ 32-yard-line. Deebo Samuel had a …
Read More »Texas A&M will reportedly face a two quarterback system this weekend
Sep 7, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway (2) rushes with the ball past Samford Bulldogs defensive end Jordan Russell (42) and defensive lineman Maxton Woodward (95) during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images On Monday, Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko took questions from the media in his weekly …
Read More »Breece Hall bounces back with TD, Jets up 7-3
Jets running back Breece Hall’s fumble set up the first 49ers points of Monday night’s game, but he made up for it on the team’s next possession. Hall capped a 12-play, 70-yard drive with a three-yard touchdown run that put the Jets up 7-3 with just under four minutes left to play in the first half. Aaron Rodgers and Garrett …
Read More »Texas football searching for ‘killer instinct’ even after manhandling Michigan
To begin its 2024 season, Texas football recorded a 52-0 win over Colorado State before beating Michigan by 19 points on the road. That’s been enough to impress the 54 voters in the US LBM Coaches Poll; Texas is still ranked third. That effort has also been enough to impress the 63 voters who moved Texas into the No. 2 …
Read More »Deshaun Watson Faces New Lawsuit, Possibly More NFL Punishment
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson was sued Monday in Houston for sexual assault and battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. The plaintiff, who is identified by the pseudonym Jane Doe, accuses Watson of misconduct in October 2020, when Watson played for the Houston Texans. She allegedly hosted Watson for a dinner date at her apartment. While in the apartment, …
Read More »UNC football adds defensive back commitment for 2026 class
. UNC football is added to its roster once again with another commitment from the Class of 2026. Earlier this week, the team added a commitment from Zavion Griffin-Haynes, a four-star edge rusher. This time, Mack Brown and company are bolstering the secondary with cornerback Danny Odem from Florida. They both join three-star Zaid Lott as the three recruits for …
Read More »Curran: Brissett brings ‘invaluable’ element to Pats offense
Curran: Brissett brings ‘invaluable’ element to Pats offense originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston For now, Jacoby Brissett has silenced the faction of New England Patriots fans clamoring for Drake Maye to be the team’s starting quarterback. Brissett led the Patriots to a 16-10 upset victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1. The veteran signal-caller didn’t do anything special, …
Read More »Everything Texas A&M HC Mike Elko said on Monday ahead of facing Florida
Sep 7, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko leaves the field following a 52-10 win against the McNeese State Cowboys at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko spoke to the media on Monday. The Aggies will head to Gainsville on Friday to take on the Florida Gators …
Read More »Jim Harbaugh gushes over talent of veteran Chargers: ‘I feel lucky to be here’
The Chargers celebrate after Poona Ford’s (95) interception sealed a victory over the Raiders. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times) Jim Harbaugh made a beeline toward midfield, shook Raiders coach Antonio Pierce’s hand and turned right around toward the sideline. There was no extra pomp for Harbaugh’s first win as the Chargers’ coach. This circumstance called for him to duck …
Read More »Sidney Crosby ‘pretty optimistic’ about Pittsburgh Penguins extension
LAS VEGAS — Sidney Crosby doesn’t know when the deal will be signed, but the Pittsburgh Penguins captain is also confident an agreement isn’t far away. Speaking at the NHL/NHLPA player media tour’s North American leg Monday, Crosby said he expects to ink a contract extension before the team opens the regular season on Oct. 9. “I’m pretty optimistic it’s …
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