Eagles training camp is just 24 days away, and as the defending NFC champions load up to defend their crown, we’re looking at some under-the-radar players on both sides of the football. Philadelphia is loaded on the offensive side of the football. Although there aren’t any positions available to be a starter, there’s an opportunity for several under-the-radar players to …

Michigan State football has its quarterback for the class of 2024. And it’s a name familiar to the football world. Henry Hasselbeck, the 6-foot-2½, 165-pound QB from Westwood, Massachusetts, made his verbal commitment to MSU late Friday night. Hasselbeck is the son of former NFL Pro Bowler Matt Hasselbeck, who led the Seattle Seahawks to an appearance in Super Bowl …

The Nashville Predators, who made a big splash earlier on Saturday, signing center Ryan O’Reilly during the opening of free agency, continued to add later in the day, agreeing to a two-year, $6.37 million contract with forward Gustav Nyquist. After 48 games with the Columbus Blue Jackets, in which he posted 10 goals and 22 points on a last-place team, …

Packers rookie quarterback Sean Clifford is well aware that he was given Aaron Rodgers’ old locker, but now the two have formed a special bond despite not being teammates. Clifford recently received a housewarming gift from Rodgers in the form of a signed jersey and shared it on his Twitter. Rodgers even wrote a heartfelt message that reads, “Sean – …

Five-star defensive back Ellis Robinson IV committed to the Georgia Bulldogs back in Feb. 2023. Now, Robinson IV is considered the top recruit in the country, per ESPN’s recruiting rankings. The class of 2024 cornerback is ranked as a five-star recruit and is the rising senior class’s top-ranked player at his position. Robinson IV surpassed fellow Georgia commit quarterback Dylan Raiola …

When you draft well as a team and find good, young players that contribute immediately, you position yourself well for a run in the NFL. The Jets have been fortunate to have found a few such players, including from last year’s draft class. As a result, they have pretty good representation on NFL.com’s Nick Shook’s “All-Under-25” team. Three Jets, including …

Alema Harrington, Jarom Jordan and Spencer Linton, wearing different-colored polo shirts, turned sideways to display the commonality of their wardrobe. The matching “XII” on their sleeves. Big 12 pride – maybe Big 12 jubilation is a better word – was on full display Friday night in Provo, Utah, as Brigham Young University counted down to conference membership. As midnight turned …

The San Jose Sharks on Saturday signed goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood to a two-year contract with an average annual value of $2.35 million. San Jose traded with the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday, acquiring Blackwood and his restricted free-agent rights, but could not reach an agreement with the veteran before the unrestricted signing period began on 12 p.m. ET Saturday. But …

The 2023 NFL season is right around the corner but behind the scenes, it’s also the start of the 2024 draft cycle. Of course, this cycle will be a bit different than others for the Jets. While not official yet, it’s very likely the Jets will not have a first-round pick in April as a result of the Aaron Rodgers …

Ryan S. Clark, NHL reporterJul 1, 2023, 06:19 PM ET CloseRyan S. Clark is an NHL reporter for ESPN. Having been part of one rebuild that led to a Stanley Cup, J.T. Compher looks to be part of another with the forward signing with the Detroit Red Wings. Compher signed a five-year contract with the Red Wings that will see …

The USC Trojans continue to get work done on the recruiting trail in the 2024 cycle. Class of 2024 defensive lineman Deyvid Palepale, a three-star prospect from Landisville, Pa., committed to USC on Saturday. The Trojans secured their 17th commitment of the 2024 cycle. They began the day No. 6 in the nation, having just passed Penn State for No. 6 …

The New York Islanders had one of the biggest signings on July 1 – and he wasn’t even a free agent. Franchise goalie Ilya Sorokin has agreed to a new eight-year contract extension that starts in the 2024-25 season. It carries an average annual value of $8.25 million against the salary cap. Sorokin is entering the last year of his …

The NFL’s stance is simple: You can gamble at home, but never at work. It might a little bit of contortionist’s training to twist your brain into understanding how this distinction benefits the NFL. But it’s a simple stance nonetheless. “They’re at work. Should they be gambling at all while they’re at work?” NFL chief compliance officer Sabrina Perel asked …

Dan Lanning and the Oregon Ducks are kicking off the month of July with a bang, landing one of the top available offensive linemen in the 2024 class to a verbal commitment. 4-star OT JacQawn McRoy announced on Saturday afternoon that he will be committing to the Ducks, choosing Oregon over the likes of Arkansas, Ole Miss, and Kentucky. McRoy …

Kristen Shilton, ESPN NHL reporterJul 1, 2023, 06:05 PM ET CloseKristen Shilton is a national NHL reporter for ESPN. The Toronto Maple Leafs made another veteran addition to their blueline signing John Klingberg to a one-year deal on Saturday. Klingberg is an offensive-minded defenseman, with 407 points in 619 NHL games, who moves the puck well and can play a …