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The Nickel Trophy is retired. What are the chances for a new UND-NDSU traveling trophy?
Oct. 3—GRAND FORKS — A few of college football’s rituals occurred after UND beat North Dakota State 49-24 last season in the Alerus Center. The students jumped over the railings and stormed the field. The Fighting Hawks players stayed to celebrate with them. The fans who remained in the stands roared in approval as UND celebrated a much-awaited win over …
Read More »Flames sign defenseman Tyson Barrie to a 1-year contract
CALGARY, Alberta — The Calgary Flames signed right-handed shooting defenseman Tyson Barrie to a one-year, $1.25 million contract Thursday. The 33-year-old Barrie — a power-play specialist with a 210 career points with the man-advantage — came to training camp on a professional tryout contract. Barrie had a goal and 14 assists in 41 regular-season games last season for Nashville, his …
Read More »Davante Adams, New York Jet? It’s the most probable outcome, but these questions must be answered first
The New York Jets’ infatuation with Las Vegas Raiders wideout Davante Adams has never been much of a secret. From the moment the Jets acquired quarterback Aaron Rodgers in April of 2023, Adams became a priority trade target on their radar. So much so, the Jets front office began assessing the financial implications of Adams’ remaining contract with the Raiders …
Read More »Northern Arizona Football: Lumberjacks crack Top 25, Idaho up next
The Northern Arizona Lumberjacks (3-2, 1-0) will travel to Moscow, Idaho, Saturday to take on their second Big Sky opponent of the season, the Idaho Vandals (3-2, 0-1). Kickoff is at 2 p.m. MST. NAU will try to carry the momentum from their big win against Sacramento State against another ranked conference foe, Idaho, which earlier this season was in …
Read More »NFL determines that fan who spilled drink on Cincinnati’s Chase Brown did so accidentally
Cincinnati Browns running back Chase Brown ran for two touchdowns in the 34-24 win over the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images) The NFL has completed an investigation into an incident where a fan spilled a drink on Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown, deeming it accidental. The incident took place in Carolina on Sunday, after the …
Read More »Chuck Foreman makes first cut as Senior candidate for next Pro Football Hall of Fame class
Chuck Foreman, the legendary Frederick High alumnus and Minnesota Vikings stalwart, is among 60 former NFL players who advanced Wednesday to the next phase of voting for the Senior category of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. For many years, Foreman was not considered for the honor, the highest a former player can receive. And that fact bothered — at …
Read More »Stephen Jones says Davante Adams trade would be “a long putt” with team’s cap “challenges”
The Cowboys signed CeeDee Lamb to a four-year, $136 million deal as their No. 1 receiver in August. They have no interest in paying another star receiver $983,333 in salary each week plus $30,000 for each game in he’s on the active roster for half a season, which, under his current contract, is what Davante Adams would cost. Reports that …
Read More »4-star DL, brother of UGA TE projected to commit to Georgia
Four-star defensive line recruit Carter Luckie is projected to commit to the Georgia Bulldogs football program according to Steve Wiltfong of On3. Luckie is the brother of Georgia tight end Lawson Luckie. Carter Luckie is a member of the class of 2026. He plays high school football for Norcross High School in Norcross, Georgia. The 6-foot-5, 265-pound defensive lineman is …
Read More »Buccaneers vs. Falcons Thursday Night Football score, live updates: Tampa Bay and Atlanta face off in NFC South clash
Week 5 of the NFL season kicks off with a huge clash in the NFC South between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Atlanta Falcons. The 3-1 Buccaneers can take a big leap in the division race with a win over the 2-2 Falcons and a mini-bye week before visiting the 2-2 Saints in Week 6. The Falcons beat the …
Read More »Too many tight ends? Logjam of talent at the position is a good thing, says Kevin Gilbride
New BYU tight ends coach Kevin Gilbride looks on during spring practice in Provo on March 08, 2024. | Jaren Wilkey, BYU Photo BYU’s offensive coaches and analysts have been working diligently during this bye week to fine tune the offense a little bit, make a few tweaks here and there, and give some of the backups a few more …
Read More »Browns TE David Njoku does not practice after limited work Wednesday
Browns tight end David Njoku hasn’t played since the season opener when he injured his ankle. The Browns were encouraged when he returned to limited work Wednesday. Njoku, though, did not practice Thursday. The Browns could use Njoku, who had four receptions for 44 yards against the Cowboys in Week 1. Offensive tackle Jack Conklin (hamstring), edge rusher Myles Garrett …
Read More »USC lands defensive lineman who decommitted from Oklahoma
Oklahoma lost Floyd Boucard. The USC Trojans picked him up. The three-star defensive lineman from Miami has instantly created a major talking point for the future of USC football recruiting. If this particular player turns out to be special, USC and Oklahoma fans will never forget it, precisely because of the new rivalry created between the schools by the move …
Read More »Should the Cowboys attempt to trade for Davante Adams?
The Dallas Cowboys’ pursuit of Davante Adams doesn’t appear to be heating up — yet. After it was reported that the Cowboys were among the teams monitoring the situation with the star wide receiver, Dallas hasn’t been heavily involved in trade talks with the Las Vegas Raiders about acquiring Adams, The Athletic reported. Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy seemed to …
Read More »Falcons elevate OL Matt Hennessy, LB Josh Woods for Thursday night’s game
The Falcons elevated a couple of players to the active roster for Thursday night’s game against the Buccaneers. Offensive lineman Matt Hennessy and linebacker Josh Woods were both called up for the divisional game. They will revert back to the practice squad after the game. It is the second time Hennessy has been elevated this season. Hennessy was a 2020 …
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