Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of a Colorado Buffalos helmet at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Defensive lineman Alexander McPherson has hit the ground running during his early days with the Colorado Buffaloes. Along with quarterback Julian Lewis and other class of 2025 early enrollees, McPherson is practicing with the Buffs as they prepare …
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Texans cut lead to 10-2, but can’t get any closer
The Texans got off to a slow start in Wednesday’s game against the Ravens, but the defense and special teams have provided them with some life in the second quarter. Punter Tommy Townsend dropped a 70-yard punt at the Ravens’ 3-yard-line and cornerback Kamari Lassiter dropped Ravens running back Derrick Henry for a safety on the next play. Dameon Pierce …
Read More »Dillon Gabriel’s mobility and decision key for Oregon in Rose Bowl vs. Ohio State
The Oregon Ducks have managed every obstacle in front of them with relative ease so far this season, securing the No. 1 overall seed in the College Football Playoff and the only undefeated 13-0 record in the nation. The next obstacle ahead will undoubtedly be the toughest, though. Oregon faces off against the Ohio State Buckeyes on New Year Day …
Read More »Steelers’ Najee Harris makes franchise history during Christmas Day loss to Chiefs
Getty Images While it came in a loss, Najee Harris nonetheless made some history during the Steelers’ Christmas Day showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs. In the 29-10 loss, Harris ran for 74 yards on 13 carries. In the process, he became the first player in franchise history to run for more than 1,000 yards in each of his first …
Read More »Looking back on Georgia’s Sugar Bowl win over Notre Dame
Jan. 1, 1983; New Orleans, LA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs running back #34 Herschel Walker in action against the Penn State Nittany Lions during the 1983 Sugar Bowl at the Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Photo By Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports © Copyright Malcolm Emmons The No. 2 Georgia Bulldogs will play the No. 7 Notre Dame Fighting Irish after Notre Dame won …
Read More »Andy Reid goes full Santa Claus after Chiefs’ Christmas blowout of Steelers
Andy Reid hammed it up in his postgame victory speech. (AP Photo/Matt Freed) There’s plenty of reason for cheer in the Kansas City Chiefs locker room. A 29-10 Christmas day blowout of the Pittsburgh Steelers improved their record to 15-1 and clinched the AFC’s No. 1 seed in their quest for an unprecedented third straight Super Bowl championship. They can …
Read More »Ryan Day’s son breaks high school passing yards record as a sophomore
St. Francis DeSales sophomore quarterback RJ Day. Over the last two years, Ryan Day has coached Ohio State to a 22-4 record with a Cotton Bowl appearance and win in the first round of the College Football Playoffs, setting up a Rose Bowl date with Oregon on New Year’s Day. His son’s high school journey has been equally impressive during …
Read More »Eagles injury report: Statuses for Jalen Hurts, Kenny Pickett
Eagles injury report: Statuses for Jalen Hurts, Kenny Pickett originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia Jalen Hurts was officially listed as a non-participant on the Eagles’ first injury report of Week 17. Hurts suffered a concussion on Sunday against the Commanders and his status for the Cowboys game this coming weekend is in question. In addition to Hurts, backup quarterback …
Read More »6 most watchable non-College Football Playoff bowl games, including the Pop-Tarts Bowl
Dec 28, 2023; Orlando, FL, USA; during the Pop-Tarts bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports ORG XMIT: IMAGN-715786 ORIG FILE ID: 20231228_nrs_fo8_00060_.jpg Over the next week or so, much of the attention in college football will be paid to the remaining games in the inaugural 12-team playoff. And indeed, we’ll be talking and writing …
Read More »WATCH: Chiefs’ Andy Reid shows up in Santa suit after Kansas City clinches AFC No. 1 seed on Christmas Day
Getty Images Just one year ago, the Kansas City Chiefs fell on Christmas Day and used the loss as a rally through the AFC playoffs en route to the Super Bowl championship. Kansas City had to win two games on the road to get to the Super Bowl. However, that won’t be the case this year as the Chiefs locked …
Read More »What Kirby Smart said about preparing for the Sugar Bowl vs. Notre Dame
Dec 7, 2024; Atlanta, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs head coach Kirby Smart reacts during the second half in the 2024 SEC Championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images The Georgia Bulldogs have their opening College Football Playoff game coming up against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the Sugar Bowl on New Year’s Day. Head coach Kirby …
Read More »Chiefs vs. Steelers highlights: Kansas City clinches AFC’s No. 1 seed with 29-10 win
Chiefs vs. Steelers highlights: Kansas City clinches AFC’s No. 1 seed with 29-10 win originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The Kansas City Chiefs clinched the No. 1 seed in the AFC with a 29-10 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Christmas. Patrick Mahomes completed 29 of 38 passes for 320 yards and three touchdowns for the Chiefs. Kansas City’s …
Read More »Notre Dame gets multiple holiday gifts from the transfer portal
Transfer news First off, happy holidays everyone, especially Notre Dame football who have been working during the “break.” The Irish’s season is still alive, as they will play the Georgia Bulldogs on New Year’s Day in the quarterfinals of the College Football Playoff. Not only that, Notre Dame’s coaching staff has had to deal with recruiting in the transfer portal, …
Read More »Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce put Chiefs up 29-10
It looks like the Chiefs will be the top seed in the AFC playoffs. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes hit tight end Travis Kelce for a 12-yard touchdown to extend the Chiefs’ lead over the Steelers to 28-10 with 12:38 to play in the game. Kelce became the Chiefs’ all-time receiving touchdown leader — he has 77 — on the play and …
Read More »Nebraska lands Kentucky WR transfer Dane Key
Editor’s Note: This article first appeared on Rivals.com, the leader in college football and basketball recruiting coverage. Be the first to know and follow your teams by signing up here. Matt Rhule sewed up a strong piece to the offensive puzzle for next season, landing former Kentucky wide receiver Dane Key. The 6-foot-3, 210-pounder will have one year of eligibility remaining. Key …
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