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Photograph: Stéphanie Lecocq/Reuters Louis Rees-Zammit is the latest rugby player to turn his talents to the NFL. He follows in the path of Jarryd Hayne and Christian Wade, two former internationals who exited rugby at or near their prime to dabble with American football. Rees-Zammit announced on Tuesday that he would be leaving Wales before the Six Nations to join …

The Detroit Lions’ locker room roiled with joy, and in the middle of it all, head coach Dan Campbell held court, his voice as shredded as a torn jersey. “Dude, how electric was it out there?” Campbell bellowed after the Lions had beaten the Los Angeles Rams for Detroit’s first playoff victory in 32 years. “I’m telling you what. It …

Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik continues to be a popular name in head coaching searches around the league. According to multiple reports, the Seahawks have requested permission to interview Slowik for their vacancy. He is the eighth coach that the Seahawks have requested an interview with since they decided to replace Pete Carroll last week. Slowik has also drawn interview …

The Texans signed receiver/returner Steven Sims Jr. from the practice squad to the 53-player roster ahead of Saturday’s AFC divisional round game against the Ravens. He takes the roster spot that came open when the Texans placed wide receiver Noah Brown on injured reserve Monday. Brown injured a shoulder in the wild-card win over the Browns. Sims has three catches …

The Bills saw several players pick up injuries during Monday’s win over the Steelers, including defensive back Taron Johnson. On Tuesday, Bills head coach Sean McDermott gave an update on Johnson’s condition. Johnson is in the league’s concussion protocol and he will have to clear it in order to be on the field against the Chiefs next weekend. Johnson had …

Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh interviewed with the Atlanta Falcons for their head coaching vacancy on Tuesday, his second interview in two days. The Falcons announced the interview with Harbaugh, who is exploring a return to the NFL after leading Michigan to the national championship. The Los Angeles Chargers announced Monday that Harbaugh had interviewed for their head coaching vacancy. Harbaugh …

The Ravens issued their first injury report of the postseason on Tuesday and it included four limited participants. One of the four is tight end Mark Andrews, who has been designated for return from injured reserve. Andrews has been out since mid-November with an ankle injury, but the Ravens are hopeful that he can return to contribute to their Super …

Why Shanahan is confident 49ers’ break won’t impact Purdy in playoffs originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area The 49ers’ two-week break from the gridiron won’t affect Brock Purdy’s game against the Green Bay Packers. While dynamic Packers quarterback Jordan Love threw for 272 yards and racked up an impressive three touchdowns against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, Purdy was …

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The Falcons are talking to some big-name coaching candidates. On Monday, it was former Patriots coach Bill Belichick. On Tuesday, it was Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh. The Falcons announced on Tuesday night that the interview with Harbaugh has been completed. Harbaugh interviewed with the Chargers on Monday. He’s also reportedly negotiating an extension with Michigan. Other teams could pursue Harbaugh. …

Where 49ers’ Super Bowl odds stand now with Cowboys, Eagles ousted originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area After the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles both made early NFL playoff exits in blowout fashion during Super Wild Card Weekend, the 49ers remain favorites to win Super Bowl LVIII. But where, exactly, do San Francisco’s odds stand? The absence of the …

Former NFL linebacker Ronald Powell has died. He was 32. “Today we mourn the loss of Ronald Powell — a father, a brother, and a son who was loved and cherished by so many. We send comfort to all those who knew Ronald. #RIP,” the NFLPA Former Players account wrote on social media. The Saints drafted Powell in the fifth …

What Shanahan comically told wife about Kristin Juszczyk jacket request originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Kyle Juszczyk’s wife Kristin has become the talk of the fashion world in recent weeks with her one-of-a-kind jackets being worn by celebrities Taylor Swift and Taylor Lautner during NFL playoff games. Kristin Juszczyk’s creative skills have gained so much notoriety that even …

Shanahan, Warner praise Packers QB Love ahead of playoff clash originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area As the 49ers prepare to take on the Green Bay Packers in the divisional playoff round on Saturday, San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan and linebacker Fred Warner had plenty of praise for opposing quarterback Jordan Love. Before practice Tuesday, Shanahan offered up plenty …

Jan 16, 2024, 09:08 PM ET Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane has a lower-body injury that is not related to his hip, coach Derek Lalonde said on Monday. Kane will miss the remainder of the Red Wings’ road trip and the club’s training staff will check on his progress when the club returns to Detroit. The Red Wings will …