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Why Shanahan compares CMC’s gravitational pull to Warriors’ Curry originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Programming note: Watch Greg Papa’s full interview with Kyle Shanahan during “49ers Game Plan” immediately after “Dubs Talk Live” on Friday night at 11 p.m. PT on NBC Sports Bay Area. 49ers superstar Christian McCaffrey has a gravitational pull like no other in the …

Jimmy Garoppolo, right, shown at a 2014 practice with Tom Brady, was drafted by the Patriots as the potential replacement for the New England superstar. (Michael Dwyer / Associated Press) Rams quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has played once against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium, the place where his NFL career began. Yet, Sunday’s game against the Patriots will mark …

It appears second-year pro Warren McClendon Jr. will start at right tackle for the Rams against the Patriots. (Ryan Sun / Associated Press) The Rams’ offensive line shuffle will continue on Sunday against the New England Patriots. With right tackle Rob Havenstein out for a second consecutive game because of an ankle injury and Joe Noteboom doubtful because of an …

Patriots-Rams preview: How Pats can slow down L.A.’s elite pass rush originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston FOXBORO — The Patriots are into the back half of their first season under head coach Jerod Mayo, and it’s worth drilling down on what exactly his team should be out to prove this year. They should be focused on further solidifying that …

Veteran center Connor Williams, who signed a one-year deal with the Seahawks in August, has decided to retire. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) In a surprising move, Seattle Seahawks starting center Connor Williams abruptly retired this week, ending his seven-year NFL career. Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed the news to reporters Friday. Williams, who is 27 years old, has …

Barmore listed as questionable on Patriots-Rams Week 11 injury report originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston The New England Patriots will host the Los Angeles Rams in Sunday’s Week 11 game at Gillette Stadium, and their defense might get a boost from Christian Barmore. The star defensive tackle has not played yet this season after being diagnosed with blood clots …

49ers-Seahawks injury report: Kittle questionable; Metcalf good to go originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — Punter Mitch Wishnowsky likely is heading to the injured reserve list, 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said. Wishnowsky has been bothered by a back condition and the 49ers are preparing for him to miss an extended period of time. He is listed …

The kicker carousel has spun frequently around the NFL this fall. The riders keep getting hurt. Traditionally viewed in this tough-guy sport as the quirky specialists who get to steer clear of the danger that lurks on the field, the place-kicking community has experienced an outsized amount of pain this season for a role that primarily hinges on handling the …

Veteran center Connor Williams, who signed a one-year deal with the Seahawks in August, has decided to retire midseason. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images) In a surprising move, Seattle Seahawks starting center Connor Williams abruptly retired this week, ending his seven-year NFL career midseason. Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald confirmed the news to reporters on Friday. Williams, who is only 27 …

Eric Williams NFL Reporter EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Linebacker Denzel Perryman scratched his beard as he sat at his locker, contemplating a question asked by the reporter. He’s seen a thing or two in his 10 NFL seasons, which includes two stints with the Chargers. Drafted in the second round by the Bolts when the team was still in San …

Nov 15, 2024, 04:36 PM ET Minnesota Wild forward Mats Zuccarello was placed on injured reserve and is expected to miss 3-4 weeks after undergoing surgery Thursday night for a lower-body injury. Zuccarello exited at 12:52 of the first period in Thursday’s 3-0 win against Montreal after being hit in the midsection by a shot from teammate Brock Faber. Editor’s …

PHILADELPHIA — As Philadelphia Eagles cornerback C.J. Gardner-Johnson trotted back to the home locker room, he opened and closed his right palm as if to mime someone talking. “Washington — respect y’all,” Gardner-Johnson shouted. “But y’all know this s*** run through us.” The Eagles had just outlasted the Washington Commanders, 26-18, giving Philadelphia control of its postseason path. At 8-2, …

Playoffs?! Yes, Patriots are surprisingly still in AFC postseason race originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston “Playoffs? Playoffs?!” Those famous words from former NFL head coach Jim Mora will live on forever, and they’re often brought up when a team’s slim playoff chances are talked about. It sounds crazy, but the New England Patriots are kind of in the mix …

The Dallas Cowboys are 3-6 and potentially poised to move on from head coach Mike McCarthy after this season. If that happens, could America’s Team turn to a former player to run the show? It’s a stretch, but team owner Jerry Jones does believe retired All-Pro tight end Jason Witten could be an impactful NFL head coach — likening him …

PHILADELPHIA — As Philadelphia Eagles cornerback C.J. Gardner-Johnson trotted back to the home locker room, he opened and closed his right palm as if to mime someone talking. “Washington — respect y’all,” Gardner-Johnson shouted. “But y’all know this s*** run through us.” The Eagles had just outlasted the Washington Commanders, 26-18, giving Philadelphia control of its postseason destiny. At 8-2, …