The Sugar Bowl was not ESPN’s least-watched College Football Playoff quarterfinal despite being postponed to Thursday afternoon. The game drew an average of nearly 16 million viewers after kicking off at 4 p.m. ET on Jan. 2. The Sugar Bowl was originally set for 8:45 p.m. ET on New Year’s Day but was postponed following the terror attack on Bourbon …
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Lions LB Alex Anzalone questionable to return this week
The Lions list linebacker Alex Anzalone as questionable to return this week. Anzalone returned to practice this week, opening his 21-day window. He has not played since Week 11 when he broke his forearm. “He’s earned enough to be able to practice today,” coach Dan Campbell said Friday, via Jeremy Reisman of Pride of Detroit. “So, I thought he looked …
Read More »Kirby Smart falsely claims that Notre Dame’s 11-man substitution in CFP win was illegal
By almost any measurement, Georgia’s Kirby Smart is one of the best coaches in modern college football, if not the best, following the retirement last year of his mentor, Nick Saban. His knowledge of the game’s rules, though, could apparently use a little work. Following Georgia’s 23-10 loss to Notre Dame in the Sugar Bowl on Thursday, which eliminated the …
Read More »Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Chris Jones among Chiefs players doubtful for Week 18
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said his team would be resting starters for this weekend’s matchup against the Broncos and his team’s injury report reflects that. Kansas City announced quarterback Patrick Mahomes (ankle), defensive tackle Chris Jones (calf), and cornerback Trent McDuffie (knee) are doubtful with their respective injuries. Linebacker Nick Bolton, running back Kareem Hunt, defensive end George Karlaftis, …
Read More »Minnesota vs. Virginia Tech where to watch: TV channel, Duke’s Mayo Bowl odds, spread, prediction, pick
One of the final bowl games outside of the College Football Playoff will bring the spotlight to one of the most unique games in the entire postseason schedule. The Duke’s Mayo Bowl brings together two teams looking to finish the season strong, but most importantly, it also features a mayo bath for the game’s winning coach. This year, the game …
Read More »Sauce Gardner will not play in Week 18
Dolphins quarterback Tyler Huntley won’t have to deal with Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner during Sunday’s road game. Gardner has been ruled out for the Jets’ season finale with the hamstring injury that’s been bothering him for several weeks. He also missed the Week 14 game between the teams in Miami. Gardner was a first-team All-Pro in his first two seasons, …
Read More »Georgia LB accepts Senior Bowl invitation
Nov 16, 2024; Athens, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. (2) celebrates with linebacker Jalon Walker (11) after a tackle against the Tennessee Volunteers in the second quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images Georgia Bulldogs standout linebacker Smael Mondon Jr. plans to play in the 2025 Senior Bowl. Mondon Jr. is the second Georgia player …
Read More »Brock Purdy, Deebo Samuel are out; George Kittle is questionable
The 49ers officially ruled out quarterback Brock Purdy for the season finale against the Cardinals. Purdy has a right elbow contusion and nerve inflammation. Josh Dobbs will start with Brandon Allen as his backup. “He just got dinged on the elbow. It caused some numbness,” 49ers General Manager John Lynch said Friday. “And so, everything’s all right. Brock’s going to …
Read More »Michigan State football reportedly hires former Oregon State assistant as quarterbacks coach
Michigan State coach Jonathan Smith talks the media on the first national signing day for college football recruits Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Michigan State football had an opening on their coaching staff to fill after Demetrice Martin moved to UCLA, and that spot will reportedly be filled by former Oregon State tight ends coach …
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