The Ohio State Buckeyes are among the nation’s elite in offensive firepower this year. With a bevy of weapons that are all explosive, the Iowa Hawkeyes and their defense will have their work cut out for them. It is a classic case where Iowa will be better off trying to slow the Buckeyes down as opposed to completely stopping them. …

The Davante Adams-Las Vegas Raiders relationship has not worked out, and now the wide receiver would reportedly prefer to be traded. But where? A new report revealed that Adams’ top landing spots are ones with familiar faces. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Adams would prefer to play for the New York Jets or New Orleans Saints because he’s familiar with …

Eric Williams NFL Reporter Lamar Jackson reminded NFL observers of his otherworldly playmaking ability when he took over the game in the Ravens’ 35-10 rout of the Bills in Week 4. The reigning league MVP remains one of one at the quarterback position.  Jackson completed 72% of his passes for 156 yards and two touchdowns. He also ran for 54 …

Yahoo Sports NFL analyst Nate Tice shares the notable selections from his latest mock draft with NFL writer Charles McDonald — including where the Buffaloes stars could be headed next April. Subscribe to “Football 301” on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript All right. At the top of the draft, we took Will Campbell …

What is Alex Van Pelt’s role in Patriots’ offensive struggles? originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston When we solicited questions for this week’s Patriots Mailbag, one question in particular stood out. The gist: How much of New England’s offensive struggles should be attributed to offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt, as opposed to the relative lack of talent he’s been given …

The 2024-25 season marks two decades in the NHL for superstars Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin. While 20 years in the league is a long time, they still have quite a few more games to log on the ice before approaching the NHL record. Here’s a look at the players with the most NHL seasons under their belts: All time …

Inside Southwest Florida Football podcast We’ve reached the midway point of the 2024 high school football season, so it’s time to talk contenders for major awards on Season 7, Episode 8 of the Inside Southwest Florida Football podcast with Dustin Levy, Dan DeLuca Alex Martin and special guest USA Today statewide recruiting reporter Nick Wilson. We recap an exciting Week …

David Andrews expected to have season-ending shoulder surgery originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston David Andrews has made his decision. The New England Patriots’ veteran center is expected to have surgery to address a shoulder injury he suffered in Sunday’s loss to the San Francisco 49ers and likely will be placed on season-ending injury reserve, head coach Jerod Mayo confirmed …

Yahoo Sports’ Caroline Fenton, Jason Fitz, and Adam Breneman explain why the Bulldogs should still be ranked in the top five after their loss to Alabama on Saturday. Hear the full conversation on the “College Football Power Hour” podcast – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript Georgia still does get credit …

I get completely caught up in watching artists create spin paintings. For the purists out there, I realize it’s “real” art. I grew up watching Bob Ross (the man’s afro was immaculate), so I’ve watched images of a mountain created from an idea countless times. Regardless, the processes and results remind me of football. Both require bursts of chaos to …

It started as the same unremarkable sequence that materializes dozens of times a season on UCLA’s football practice field, a coach lingering to speak with reporters and engage in the usual give and take. Questions were asked about simplifying the defense and putting more pressure on the quarterback. Answers were given about accountability, attention to detail and putting the right …

It can be so easy to panic in fantasy football. After all, we have a very limited amount of time to witness and analyze a player’s performance. But never fear — Dalton Del Don is here to gauge exactly how worried we should be — if at all. Kyle Pitts, Atlanta Falcons Pitts’ targets have dropped every season of his …

Recruiting news is flowing fast and furious as prospects return from key visits, and Rivals national analyst Greg Smith has all the latest buzz from the Midwest. MORE RECRUITING RUMORS: Feedback rolls in after key visits CLASS OF 2025 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State CLASS OF 2026 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | Position | State CLASS OF …

The Davante Adams situation has escalated quickly. And, unless the Raiders go on a winning streak that will make them true contenders in the AFC, Adams will be traded on or before the November 5 trade deadline. So where might he go? Here’s a spitball list of potential destinations. Teams that would, could, and/or should be interested. In no order …

Rivals national recruiting analyst Greg Smith is joined by national transfer portal analyst Adam Friedman, Jon McNamara of BadgerBlitz.com and Eliot Clough of HawkeyeBeacon.com to tackle three topics and determine whether they believe each statement is FACT or FICTION. FACT OR FICTION: Florida won’t add commits until a coaching change is made CLASS OF 2025 RANKINGS: Rivals250 | Team | …