Feb. 6—Blake Turner had all but removed college football as a possibility for himself. One of two things weren’t lining up with all of the schools the Stewartville senior was considering, either the academics not meeting his desires, or the football. But then, out of the blue, came a phone call from Kansas State University. Now, this could be a …
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2024 Super Bowl halftime show predictions: Trying to guess Usher’s setlist for Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas
Singer, songwriter, actor, dancer and businessman Usher will be headlining the Apple Music Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show. The eight-time Grammy Award winner will hit the stage after two quarters of football on Feb. 11 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The big game between the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs, as well as all performances, will be televised on …
Read More »Christian McCaffrey has shown the 49ers he’s the rare running back worth a hefty price
Ralph Vacchiano NFC East Reporter HENDERSON, Nev. — The best player on the San Francisco 49ers, the one that makes their offense go, plays a position that the NFL is desperately trying to devalue. Nobody wants to pay running backs what they think they’re worth anymore. Except for the San Francisco 49ers. And they were only willing to pay one …
Read More »2024 Super Bowl: Who is Tiësto? What to know about Grammy award-winning icon set to make history at Super Bowl
For the first time ever, the Super Bowl is getting its own in-game DJ. Tiësto will be bringing the 65,000 fans in attendance at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada some entertainment during the biggest game of the year. Tiësto will perform a set before the game as Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers players are warming up on the …
Read More »Penn State alumni could have a big impact on this year’s Super Bowl
As Super Bowl LVIII draws closer, football fans across the world are contemplating who they should be rooting for. Those who do not care for either team may be looking at individual players or perhaps the best story to decide their pick. It may be easiest for college football fans to root for the team with players from your favorite …
Read More »When is 2024 Super Bowl halftime show? Date, time, TV channel, live stream, more as Usher set to perform
The Super Bowl halftime show is historically the most-watched musical performance of the year, taking place on the biggest night in American sports. This year, award-winning artist Usher will be taking the stage after two quarters of football between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. Usher is sure to bring next-level entertainment to the stage, and possibly surprise …
Read More »Union will respond Wednesday to Roger Goodell’s claim that it had no issues with 49ers’ practice field
The Commissioner had the first official word on the 49ers’ reported concerns about the practice fields at UNLV, during his Super Bowl weak/week press conference. The NFL Players Association will have something to say about it on Wednesday. During the not-invitation-only event, the NFLPA will give its thoughts on fields deemed to be unacceptably soft by the 49ers. That’s the …
Read More »Michigan defensive coordinator Jesse Minter leaves program, reportedly joins Jim Harbaugh’s staff on Chargers
College Football: Michigan Acting Head Coach Jesse Minter in action, looks on vs East Carolina during game played at Michigan Stadium. Ann Arbor, MI 9/2/2023 CREDIT: Erick W. Rasco (Photo by Erick W. Rasco/Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (Set Number: X164411 TK1) Michigan defensive coordinator Jesse Minter is leaving Michigan to reportedly join head coach Jim Harbaugh with the Los …
Read More »How Chiefs got back to the Super Bowl despite underwhelming WR group
Ben Arthur AFC South Reporter LAS VEGAS — The go-ahead score was within grasp for the Kansas City Chiefs. In front of their home crowd in Week 12, they trailed the Philadelphia Eagles, 21-17, with 1:50 left on a Monday night. Patrick Mahomes dropped back and threw a deep ball on the money to wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling, who had …
Read More »Super Bowl 2024: 49ers-Chiefs time, TV channel, live stream, how to watch on CBS, Paramount+, Nickelodeon
Getty Images On one side, it’s the defending-champion Kansas City Chiefs. On the other, the star-studded San Francisco 49ers. The teams will meet in Super Bowl LVIII, and kickoff is just a few days away. The two teams recently punched their tickets to the big game in Las Vegas — the Chiefs with an AFC title game win over the …
Read More »Defensive coordinator Jesse Minter leaves Michigan to join Jim Harbaugh
Michigan defensive coordinator Jesse Minter said goodbye to the school Tuesday in a social media post. He will take hold the same role with the Chargers, following Jim Harbaugh to L.A., Albert Breer of SI.com reports. Minter, 40, spent two seasons at UM, helping the school to its first national title in 26 seasons. He arrived in Ann Arbor after …
Read More »2024 Super Bowl: Time, how to watch, live stream Super Bowl 58 pregame show on CBS Sports HQ, specials, more
USATSI The big day is almost here, and what’s Super Bowl Sunday without special pregame coverage? Fortunately, CBS Sports has you covered. With Super Bowl LVIII featuring the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers fast approaching — it’s only a matter of days away — here’s a look at how you can watch. Prior to broadcasting the big game on …
Read More »Colts owner Jim Irsay thanks fans for offering support as he recovers from illness
Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay told his fans Tuesday that he was feeling better and appreciated their support, nearly a month after team officials announced he was recovering from a severe respiratory illness. “On the mend,” the 64-year-old Irsay wrote on his social media account. “Grateful for all the messages of support.” It was the first post from Irsay on …
Read More »Roquan Smith on Zach Orr’s promotion to coordinator: I know it’s going to be great for us
Shortly after Mike Macdonald departed Baltimore to become the Seahawks’ head coach, the Ravens promoted Zach Orr from inside linebackers coach to defensive coordinator. Orr, 31, started coaching with the Ravens in 2017 once his playing career with Baltimore ended due to injury after just three seasons. He was the Jaguars’ outside linebackers coach in 2021 but came back to …
Read More »Judge sides with NCAA, denies state of Tennessee’s temporary restraining order request in NIL lawsuit
Getty Images A federal judge denied a request from the states of Tennessee and Virginia for a temporary restraining order that would have halted the NCAA from enforcing NIL recruiting guidelines. The ruling comes one week after attorney generals from the two states filed a federal antitrust lawsuit. The two states claim that the NCAA violated antitrust laws by denying …
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