The Chicago Bears fired offensive coordinator Shane Waldron after nine games in the wake of the team’s three-game losing streak, during which the Bears’ offense and rookie quarterback Caleb Williams has struggled mightily. Why didn’t it work out in Chicago for Waldron? Wide receiver Keenan Allen has a theory. “I would say just probably he was too nice of a …
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Broncos open WR Josh Reynolds’ 21-day practice window
The Broncos designated wide receiver Josh Reynolds for return from injured reserve, the team announced Wednesday. It opens his 21-day practice window. Reynolds practiced for the first time since injuring finger against the Raiders in Week 5. He is eligible to play in Week 11 if the Broncos activate him before Sunday’s game. On Oct. 18, while on injured reserve, …
Read More »BYU’s defense gearing up for ‘gifted’ Kansas QB Jalon Daniels, record-setting RB Devin Neal
Kansas quarterback Jalon Daniels passes during game against Houston, Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. Daniels and the Jayhawks will swoop into LaVell Edwards Stadium Saturday for a late-night showdown with No. 6 BYU. | Charlie Riedel, Associated Press BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff said the other day that he is grateful that he doesn’t have to face BYU’s …
Read More »Vikings rookie J.J. McCarthy had injection to alleviate knee swelling
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy had an injection in his right knee earlier this week to alleviate swelling that arose during his rehabilitation program, coach Kevin O’Connell said Wednesday. McCarthy, the 10th overall pick in the NFL draft, tore his meniscus during the first exhibition game on Aug. 10 and had season-ending surgery. “We just wanted to make sure there …
Read More »Patriots S Kyle Dugger limited in his return to practice
Patriots safety Kyle Dugger returned to practice Wednesday as a limited participant. Dugger has missed the past three games with an ankle injury. Defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. (foot), linebacker Sione Takitaki (hamstring) and cornerback Marcellas Dial (concussion) were new additions to the report coming out of Sunday’s game. None participated in practice. Defensive tackle Jaquelin Roy (neck) and cornerback …
Read More »Chiefs get three injured starters, including Isiah Pacheco, back to practice Wednesday
The Chiefs got three of their key players back from injuries Wednesday when wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster joined running back Isiah Pacheco and defensive end Charles Omenihu on the practice squad ahead of this weekend’s trip to Buffalo. Chiefs coach Andy Reid said there’s a chance Smith-Schuster would play in the pivotal matchup between the unbeaten Chiefs and the Bills. …
Read More »Colorado wide receiver Will Sheppard asked about facing Utah’s defense
Colorado’s Will Sheppard runs after a catch against Texas Tech in a Big 12 football game Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024, at Jones AT&T Stadium. Colorado wide receiver Will Sheppard is no stranger to the physical aspect of playing on the outside. He often uses his big body to his advantage in the red zone and can catch the ball in …
Read More »Jets’ Aaron Rodgers on playing in 2025: ‘I think so, yeah’
Aaron Rodgers’ stint with the New York Jets could still extend beyond this season — despite plenty of losses and disappointments. The star quarterback, who’ll turn 41 on Dec. 2, previously said he’d like to play a few more years. And he insisted Wednesday that the Jets’ 3-7 start during a tumultuous season has not changed that stance. “Not really,” …
Read More »Sam Darnold limited in Wednesday’s practice with hand injury
The Vikings listed quarterback Sam Darnold as limited at Wednesday’s practice with a right hand injury. Darnold appeared to injure his hand on his tackle attempt of Jaguars safety Darnell Savage after the quarterback’s third interception Sunday. It came on the first drive of the third quarter, and Darnold didn’t miss any time, playing all 84 snaps. Ben Goessling of …
Read More »Big Ten teams dominate the top ten in latest rankings
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 The Big Ten is on top of the college football world after 11 weeks of action in the 2024 season. The conference has four teams within the top six of …
Read More »Jack Stoll finds a new home one day after being released by the Eagles
Jack Stoll finds a new home one day after being released by the Eagles originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Veteran tight end Jack Stoll, released Tuesday by the Eagles, has resurfaced in Miami. The Dolphins on Wednesday were awarded Stoll on a waiver claim, and the 26-year-old Stoll is now on the Dolphins’ 53-man roster and must remain their …
Read More »Swampcast talks Florida basketball coach Todd Golden Title IX probe, Florida football vs No. 22 LSU
In this week’s Swampcast, the Gainesville Sun’s Kevin Brockway and David Whitley wrap of a blockbuster news week involving both Florida football and Florida basketball. It began with Florida Gators athletic director Scott Stricklin giving head coach Billy Napier a vote of confidence that will result him likely returning for a fourth season at UF despite a 15-19 overall record. …
Read More »Anaheim Ducks place D Fowler, F Fabbri on injured reserve
Nov 13, 2024, 06:54 PM ET ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Anaheim Ducks have placed forward Robby Fabbri and defenseman Cam Fowler on injured reserve. The Ducks made the moves Wednesday before their home game against Vegas. Anaheim recalled center Jansen Harkins and defenseman Drew Helleson from their AHL affiliate in San Diego. Editor’s Picks 1 Related Fowler missed the Ducks’ …
Read More »Chargers can be first team since 1990 Giants to hold first 10 opponents under 21 points
The 1990 Giants won the Super Bowl behind a dominant defense led by Lawrence Taylor and coordinated by Bill Belichick. That defense held its first 10 opponents to less than 21 points, a start to the season that has never been repeated — at least not yet. If the Chargers hold the Bengals to under 21 points on Sunday night, …
Read More »Josh McDaniels: Tom Brady had ‘pages-long’ strategy notes before Patriots games
Plenty of coaches spent time around three-time NFL MVP Tom Brady across his 20 seasons with the New England Patriots, but few were around the future Hall of Fame quarterback more than Josh McDaniels, who was the team’s offensive coordinator in 11 of Brady’s 20 seasons with the team. The former Patriots offensive playcaller discussed what his day-to-day relationship with …
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