Can the Eagles’ defense really be this good? originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia When you shut down the Browns? OK, great. But let’s be serious, it’s Deshaun Watson and the Browns. When you shut down the Giants? Good to see. But, come on, it’s Daniel Jones and the Giants. This? This was different. This was remarkable. The Eagles’ young …

Sep 7, 2024; Gainesville, Florida, USA; A pylon with a Florida Gators and SEC logo sits in the endzone against the Samford Bulldogs during the first half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images The Florida Gators enjoyed a bye on their college football schedule during Week 9 as they prepare for the biggest game of the …

Yahoo Sports fantasy analysts Matt Harmon and Andy Behrens discuss how Jameis Winston is a viable fantasy option who can support multiple receivers each week. Hear the full conversation on the “Yahoo Fantasy Forecast” podcast – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript The headliner fantasy wise for this week is probably …

Wisconsin meets the LSU Tigers in the TransPerfect Music City Bowl in ESPN’s latest bowl projections after Week 9. The Badgers are 5-3 through eight games — just one win away from bowl eligibility. They have four remaining games to reach that six-win mark, though the team is currently trending negatively after a 28-13 loss to Penn State in Week …

After the New York Jets’ 22-25 loss to the New England Patriots on Sunday, Frank Schwab and Jason Fitz explain why this is a new low for Gang Green in a season already full of low moments. Now sitting at 2-6 and half of the season still left to play, the guys wonder how much fight Aaron Rodgers and company …

Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2) looks to pass against Texas Longhorns linebacker Barryn Sorrell (88) during the first half of their game at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. Auburn football feels confident heading into the week after earning its first win over Kentucky last Saturday, 24-10. It also helps that their next opponent, Vanderbilt, will …

The Maryland Miracle won the weekend, with the Commanders topping the Bears in a battle of top draft picks, but it was a pair of losses that shake up my rankings this week. The Vikings and Ravens suffered disappointing defeats, leaving openings for the Texans and Packers to slide up.  The Chiefs and Lions, meanwhile, continue to hold firm to …

(Grant Thomas/Yahoo Sports illustration) Every week in the NFL season brings a host of new questions … and answers some old ones, too. Let’s run down what we learned in Week 8 … and what we’ll be wondering about in Week 9 and beyond. ANSWERED: Jayden Daniels is the truth We always want to believe we’re seeing generational greatness the …

Another big weekend of college football is in the books with tons of top recruits on the road. Here’s the latest from Rivals national recruiting director Adam Gorney in this week’s Recruiting Rumor Mill. MORE: Texas A&M grabbing recruiting momentum after electric win in Kyle Field CLASS OF 2025 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State CLASS OF 2026 …

Wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins didn’t have a lot of time to learn the Chiefs offense ahead of Sunday’s game against the Raiders, but it also didn’t take him long to show the kind of impact he can have on the field. Hopkins picked up 13 yards to convert a third down on the opening drive of the game and quarterback …

Tennessee Volunteers versus South Carolina Gamecocks football at Neyland Stadium on September 30, 2023. Photo by Dan Harralson, Vols Wire No. 7 Tennessee (6-1, 3-1 SEC) will host Kentucky (3-5, 1-5 SEC) on Saturday at Neyland Stadium. Rankings reflect the US LBM Coaches Poll. Kickoff between the Vols and Wildcats is scheduled for 7:45 p.m. EDT. SEC Network will televise …

Big Fred shuts down top pass rusher in Eagles’ blowout win originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia CINCINNATI — Fred Johnson peeked down at the folded jersey in his lap and read the message from Trey Hendrickson. “Respect is earned” And Big Fred earned a ton of it on Sunday afternoon. Filling in at left tackle for the injured Jordan …

Tennessee Volunteers versus Alabama Crimson Tide on October 19, 2024 at Neyland Stadium. Photo by Dan Harralson, Vols Wire The 2024 college football season enters Week 10. Tennessee (6-1, 3-1 SEC) returns to action on Saturday after an open date last week. The Vols will host Kentucky (3-5, 1-5 SEC) at Neyland Stadium in SEC play. Tennessee totaled 194 passing …

Week 8 of the regular season was loaded, but Jayden Daniels stole the show with what should undoubtedly go down as the play of the year while leading the Washington Commanders to a miracle victory over the Chicago Bears. Outside of that Hail Mary, however, multiple starting quarterbacks fell to injuries around the league on Sunday. Here’s a look at …

The Oklahoman’s fall sport boys athletes of the week poll for Oct. 20-26 presented by Landmark Fine Homes is now live at oklahoman.com. Last week’s winner was Washington freshman quarterback Creed Barrett. Voting is open until noon Saturday. Here are this week’s nominees: More: Oklahoma HS football: Another year, another perfect district record for Heritage Hall Logan Austin, Sr., Oklahoma …