Yahoo Sports NFL analyst Nate Tice and fantasy analyst Matt Harmon discuss Pittsburgh’s decision to change quarterbacks entering Sunday night’s game against the Jets. Hear the full conversation on “Football 301” – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript Russell Wilson kind of back to that conversation. How does he fit in …
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College football coaches salaries podcast talks pay, buyouts, overpaid and underpaid
The annual college football coaches compensation package was released Wednesday by USA TODAY Sports, and there’s a lot to talk about. The first obvious trend uncovered this year is that salaries continue to explode exponentially and show no sign of slowing down. Kirby Smart of Georgia leads the pack at more than $13 million per season but there are many …
Read More »Goalie goals in NHL history: Gustavsson, Brodeur and more
Oct 16, 2024, 10:47 AM ET The job of an NHL goaltender is to save goals. But every now and then, they score some too. In October 2024, Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson became the latest member of this prestigious club. During the final seconds of the Wild’s win against the St. Louis Blues, Gustavsson fired the puck the length …
Read More »Fantasy Football Trade Analyzer: Why now’s the time to acquire these injured RBs
Capitalize on the fantasy football trade market in your leagues with these players to target or trade away ahead of Week 7. Buy low on Aaron Jones Jones is coming out of his bye week and is dealing with a hip injury. He’s considered week-to-week since leaving his Week 5 contest against the Jets. Whether he plays or not in …
Read More »Updated College Football Playoff Odds Ahead of Week 8
Jan 10, 2023; Los Angeles, CA, USA; The College Football Playoff National Championship trophy at CFP Champions press conference at Los Angeles Airport Marriott. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Texas A&M has reached the halfway point of the 2024 season, sitting at 5-1 and 3-0 in SEC play after resting during the first two bye weeks this season. Next, …
Read More »The most impactful in-season trades in NFL history
Trade season is upon us in the NFL. A pair of major moves were made Tuesday by AFC East teams looking to compete for a division title. First, the New York Jets landed All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams in a deal with the Las Vegas Raiders. A few hours later, the Buffalo Bills acquired wide receiver Amari Cooper in a …
Read More »QB Room, Week 6: As Jets, Bills acquire firepower for QBs, keep an eye on the Chiefs and Steelers
Davante Adams is a New York Jet. Amari Cooper is a Buffalo Bill. And just like that, the arms race to obtain effective wide receiver chess pieces — meant to help NFL quarterbacks as short-term adrenaline shots heading toward the playoffs — is officially underway. So who is next up? Multiple sources across the league are pointing at the Kansas …
Read More »Tale of the Tape: Notre Dame defense vs. Georgia Tech offense
Tale of tape Notre Dame traditionally has thrived because of its defense, and this season is no exception. At a time when football is becoming friendlier towards offense, the Irish seem to buck this tradition. That’s not to say the offense isn’t good, especially on the ground, but the defense always seems to be the strong unit. Of course, one …
Read More »When is the 2024 NFL Trade Deadline? Date, time, notable trades
With Davante Adams and Amari Cooper on the move, it’s officially NFL Trade Deadline season. Check out everything you need to know about the 2024 NFL Trade Deadline: When is the 2024 NFL Trade Deadline? The 2024 NFL Trade Deadline is on Tuesday, November 5th. This is one day after the end of Week 9 of the NFL season. This …
Read More »NFL news, injury updates: Davante Adams traded to Jets; Russell Wilson ‘in consideration’ to start for Steelers
After weeks of speculation, Davante Adams is headed to the New York Jets to reunite with his former QB Aaron Rodgers, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The Jets are reportedly sending back a conditional third-round pick that can become a second-round pick based on performance. This trade comes less than 12 hours after the Jets delivered an ugly 23-20 …
Read More »Wisconsin included among Yahoo Sports’ longshot College Football Playoff contenders after Week 7
The Wisconsin Badgers were included in Yahoo Sports’ recent list of the top 20 College Football Playoff contenders with at least one loss. This list, which includes 20 teams with at least a longshot of a chance to clinch a spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff this winter, features three distinct categories. Elite one-loss teams including No. 4 Ohio …
Read More »NFL Power Rankings Following Week 6: Does Aidan Hutchinson’s injury ruin Lions’ Super Bowl hopes?
Aidan Hutchinson’s injury made the state of Michigan sick, for many reasons. It was a horrendous injury, a broken tibia and fibula that will be remembered among the worst sports injuries ever. It happened to one of the most popular members of the Lions, a Michigan born and raised star who was so good at the University of Michigan he …
Read More »Heisman watch: Taking stock of the race halfway through the season
There are four clear favorites for the Heisman Trophy at the midway point in the season. All-world running back Ashton Jeanty — our midseason Heisman pick — is the favorite at BetMGM at +200. He’s followed by Oregon QB Dillon Gabriel at +350, and Miami QB Cam Ward and Colorado DB/WR Travis Hunter at +650. The No. 5 favorite, Alabama …
Read More »Raiders trade All-Pro WR Davante Adams to Jets; Adams reportedly restructures contract with New York
The Las Vegas Raiders are trading All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams to the New York Jets, the team announced Tuesday. The Jets are sending back a conditional third-round draft pick that can become a second-round pick if he’s either a first- or second-team All-Pro this season or on the active roster for the AFC championship game or Super Bowl. ESPN …
Read More »College coaches have new way to discipline players without hurting team: Fine them
Houston Nutt, left, and Mike Gundy have addressed the trials and pitfalls of disciplining players for off-the-field incidents. It had been a long, emotional week at Arkansas in November 1998. The Razorbacks were still staggered from a 28-24 loss to No. 1 Tennessee a few days earlier. Then-coach Houston Nutt was trying to get his team to lock in for …
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