With National Signing Day just hours away, Rivals national recruiting director Adam Gorney makes some predictions heading into the big day. MORE GORNEY: Playoff gives Ryan Day, Buckeyes a path to redemption | Rumor Mill CLASS OF 2025 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State CLASS OF 2026 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State CLASS OF 2027 …
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Derwin James: Chargers confused Kirk Cousins by showing him “different looks”
The Chargers recovered from a disappointing loss to the Ravens by traveling to Atlanta on a short week and making short work of quarterback Kirk Cousins. The L.A. defense intercepted him four times in the 17-13 win. So what did they do to force so many turnovers? I asked Chargers safety Derwin James after the game by phone. “He is …
Read More »Rose Bowl Stadium announces renovation plans for 102-year-old landmark
The Rose Bowl Stadium is known for its traditions and moments but even the historic venue has to be renovated to help reaffirm its place as a top-end destination in Southern California. While the 102-year-old national historic landmark in Pasadena remains a captivating location for some, it does have to fend off the arrival of SoFi Stadium and the Intuit …
Read More »Jerod Mayo: Not sure of numbers, but 68-yard FG try over Hail Mary felt right
Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo’s team gave up a lead late against the Colts on Sunday and their last-ditch effort to win the game came down to a decision about what to do on the final snap. The Patriots got the ball to the 50 after Anthony Richardson’s two-point conversion put the Colts up 25-24 and Mayo had to choose …
Read More »Former Georgia assistant thanks Kirby Smart after massive upset win
Nov 30, 2024; Syracuse, New York, USA; Syracuse Orange head coach Fran Brown reacts after a call against the Miami Hurricanes during the second half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images Former Georgia Bulldog defensive backs coach Fran Brown has done great work in revitalizing the Syracuse football program. Brown improved the Orange’s record from 6-7 …
Read More »Aaron Jones “thankful” Vikings believed in him on a rocky Sunday
Running back Aaron Jones has had issues holding onto the ball in the last few games, but the Vikings did not stop looking his way as they tried to beat the Cardinals on Sunday. Jones fumbled twice early in the game and dropped a potential touchdown pass later in the game, but the Vikings had him on the field to …
Read More »Recruiting Rumor Mill: Crunch time for top prospects
After Rivalry Weekend and with National Signing Day just hours away there is a lot to cover in this week’s Recruiting Rumor Mill. Here’s the latest from Rivals national recruiting director Adam Gorney. MORE: Playoff gives Ryan Day, Buckeyes a path to redemption CLASS OF 2025 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State CLASS OF 2026 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | …
Read More »Jets defender lashes out at NFL officials after loss to Seahawks: ‘You f—ing suck’
Getty Images After a 26-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks continued a season of frustration for the New York Jets, cornerback D.J. Reed lashed out at the NFL’s game officials on his X account in a brief but profane post directed at NFL officiating. The Jets’ latest loss, which dropped them to 3-9 on the season, came after the team was …
Read More »NFL news, injury updates: Christian McCaffrey feared lost for the year with knee injury, Trevor Lawrence suffers huge hit
Injuries continue to mount around the NFL, and with Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror — and playoff berths already clinched — the push is on to get healthy for the stretch run. But a couple of teams that were thought to be among the playoff contenders at the start of the year have had their seasons derailed by trips to …
Read More »Does LSU have a shot with Jahkeem Stewart 48 hours out from signing day?
. Signing day is less than 48 hours away and the top player in Louisiana is still on the board. DL Jahkeem Stewart, a New Orleans native, is ranked as the No. 16 overall recruit in the class and No. 3 at his position. Stewart was originally the top-ranked recruit in 2026 before reclassifying to 2025. He remains uncommitted, making …
Read More »Monday Night Football: How to watch the Cleveland Browns vs. Denver Broncos game tonight
Jameis Winston and the Cleveland Browns play the Denver Broncos during this week’s Monday Night Football game. (Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images) Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos will host the Cleveland Browns for this week’s Monday Night Football game, which will air live at 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN. The 3-8 Browns, current in 4th place in the AFC North, have …
Read More »2024 SEC passing yard leaders after Week 14
Nico Iamaleava. Tennessee Volunteers versus Vanderbilt Commodores football on November 30, 2024 at FirstBank Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. Photo by Dan Harralson, Vols Wire Week 14 of the 2024 college football season has concluded for Southeastern Conference teams. Tennessee (10-2, 6-2 SEC) defeated Vanderbilt (6-6, 3-5 C-USA), 36-23, in Week 14. The Vols will await their College Football Playoff ranking …
Read More »Who will be UCLA’s starting quarterback in 2025? Five questions facing the Bruins
UCLA coach DeShaun Foster has a sizable offseason job restocking a roster that will lose 26 seniors and probably others to the NFL draft and transfer portal. (Marcio Jose Sanchez / Associated Press) Once UCLA lost to USC, erasing the possibility of a winning season and a bowl game, the most important date on the Bruins’ calendar shifted to Dec. …
Read More »This date in Texas history: Quinn Ewers, Longhorns win a championship in Big 12 finale
This date in Texas history is part of a daily Longhorns newsletter put together by Texas football beat writer Danny Davis. For this and more phenomenal American-Statesman coverage delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for the newsletter here. Today is Dec. 2, 2024. And on this date in Texas history, the football team won a championship in its Big …
Read More »Eagles’ OL wears you down and Saquon knocks you out
Eagles’ OL wears you down and Saquon knocks you out originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia BALTIMORE — The Eagles’ offensive line wears you down. And then Saquon Barkley knocks you out. That’s the formula. It has been the formula for the Eagles since the bye week. It has been their formula against everyone on their schedule. And it was …
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