The Kansas City Chiefs are righting the ship with their win over the New England Patriots in Week 15, and their path to winning the AFC just got a little clearer. Nick Wright points out that his team is still highly underrated, and while the Baltimore Ravens are a legitimate threat, he maintains that there are few teams that can …
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Texas Tech football recruiting class ranked No. 22 going into signing day
With the coming departures of Texas and Oklahoma, the Texas Tech football program aspires to be the best in the newly reconstituted Big 12. The Red Raiders might well be that in one aspect, given that theirs is the highest-ranked recruiting class in the conference going into Wednesday, the start of the three-day early signing period. Joey McGuire’s talent haul …
Read More »Vikings’ Kirk Cousins jokes about starting a torn Achilles support group with Aaron Rodgers
Getty Images Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins is still recovering from his torn Achilles, but he is not alone on that journey. Plenty of famous athletes and celebrities have suffered the same injury, and Cousins has joked about starting a support group. Cousins went on “The Adam Schefter Podcast” and discussed his rehabilitation process. The veteran signal-caller said that he …
Read More »Giants’ Tommy DeVito makes pizzeria appearance for free amid rumors QB’s agent doubled his fee
Getty Images Tommy DeVito’s newfound fame has gotten him into a little hot water with a New Jersey pizza joint. Coniglio’s Old Fashioned pizzeria claims DeVito’s agent hiked up the price of a two-hour visit after the New York Giants’ win over the Green Bay Packers on Monday Night Football. On Monday, Coniglio’s Old Fashioned posted on Instagram that DeVito …
Read More »What to expect from Central Indiana prospects
The early signing period for football begins Wednesday and runs through Friday. Here are a few storylines to watch from a local standpoint, including confirmed expected signings: Center Grove quarterback Tyler Cherry, a former Duke commit, is considering offers from Indiana and Michigan State as of late Tuesday afternoon. Cherry said he will make his announcement Tuesday night. Cherry, a …
Read More »Colts issue 3-game suspensions to Isaiah McKenzie, Tony Brown for conduct detrimental to the team
The Indianapolis Colts suspended receiver-punt returner Isaiah McKenzie and cornerback Tony Brown for the final three regular-season games because of conduct detrimental to the team. Team officials did not provide specifics about what occurred as it made the announcement Tuesday. Both players made their greatest impact this season on special teams, and both were inactive for Saturday’s game against Pittsburgh. …
Read More »Ex-NFL star Derrick Ward arrested in string of Los Angeles robberies, per reports
Former New York Giants running back Derrick Ward is in custody. (Photo by Tom Berg/NFLPhotoLibrary) Former NFL running back Derrick Ward is in custody after he was arrested Monday on charges of robbing multiple businesses in Southern California, according to multiple reports. The 43-year-old’s professional football career spanned across eight seasons in the league, one of which saw him win …
Read More »Ohio State 2024 recruits reiterate commitments before signing with OSU
For a few members of Ohio State football’s 2024 recruiting class, suspense is not needed ahead of the start of the early signing period Wednesday. One day before they can officially sign their letters of intent to officially join the Ohio State football program, recruits such as running back James Peoples, linebacker Garrett Stover and cornerback Miles Lockhart have posted …
Read More »Three things Cowboys must do to reach NFC Championship Game for first time since 1995
The Dallas Cowboys’ 31-10 loss in their Week 15 game at the Buffalo Bills appeared to be a harbinger of doom for a team that felt this year was different after a 10-3 start. However, thanks to the Philadelphia Eagles’ stunning 20-17 loss at the Drew Lock-led Seattle Seahawks on Monday night that dropped their record to 10-4, the Cowboys …
Read More »2023 NFL Week 16 playoff-clinching scenarios: How Browns, Chiefs, Lions and more can secure spots, divisions
Getty Images Week 15 is in the books, and Week 16 is fast approaching, which means the 2023 NFL playoffs are also just around the corner. And a half-dozen teams can secure different postseason standings this coming weekend. Here are all the scenarios: Clinch AFC North title with: BAL win + CLE loss or tie ORBAL tie + CLE loss …
Read More »There's no denying it, Trevor Lawrence has got to do better | What's Wright?
The Jacksonville Jaguars are now on their 3rd-straight loss, and while they were going into the Week 15 game against the Baltimore Ravens as underdogs, the game was definitely a winnable one. So what was the problem? Unfortunately the ‘Prince that was Promised’ was not so promising. Trevor Lawrence fumbled the ball in two key plays, and failed to rally …
Read More »Even as No. 1 seed, Michigan football has underdog vision in College Football Playoff
Michigan football finds itself in a rather peculiar position. Michigan (13-0) is ranked No. 1 in the College Football Playoff seedings as well as both polls, is favored over No. 4 Alabama by nearly all sportsbooks ahead of the programs’ Jan. 1 Rose Bowl matchup and is the only CFP participant this season returning from last season’s field. That’s while …
Read More »Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase not yet ruled out for Steelers game Week 16 despite shoulder injury, per HC Zac Taylor
USATSI Ja’Marr Chase’s separated shoulder has not officially ruled him out of the Cincinnati Bengals’ Week 16 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said he would not yet rule out Chase for their next game following reports that the 23-year-old had already been ruled out. The wide receiver did not practice Tuesday and is considered “day-to-day.” The …
Read More »Fantasy Football Week 16 Defense Rankings
The Eagles D/ST will be looking to bounce back from some rough outings in Week 16. (Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images) The Philadelphia Eagles’ once-proud defense has been getting humbled of late. Three straight losses, with each opponent surpassing the 20-point threshold (and that’s not including the 34 points allowed to Buffalo in Week 12). As such, the team’s fantasy …
Read More »Mario Williams will be one of the more sought after names in the portal at WR
You know by now that Mario Williams has entered the transfer portal, according to multiple reports. The talented receiver originally came to Los Angeles with quarterback Caleb Williams from the University of Oklahoma. After two seasons with the Trojans, Williams will look for his third college team. The receiver came down with 35 catches for 380 yards and 4 touchdowns …
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