Former Oregon quarterback Bo Nix (10) throws the ball during practice for the National team at Hancock Whitney Stadium Jan. 31 in Mobile, Alabama. MOBILE, Ala. — Quarterbacks Michael Penix Jr. and Bo Nix became Heisman finalists after heading to other schools. Cody Schrader went from Division II to Southeastern Conference stardom. They’re far from alone at the Senior Bowl, …

Add Saints center Erik McCoy to the list of new additions to the Pro Bowl roster. The team announced on Wednesday that McCoy has been added to the NFC team for this week’s events in Orlando. He’ll take the spot of Lions center Frank Ragnow, who won’t participate due to multiple injuries. McCoy dealt with injuries the last couple of …

The 2024 Reese’s Senior Bowl is taking place this week in Mobile, Ala., a chance for former college football players to workout in front of NFL personnel in preparation for this year’s NFL draft. Six Georgia Bulldogs are taking part in the action: wide receivers Ladd McConkey and Marcus Rosemy-Jacksaint, running back Daijun Edwards, defensive backs Javon Bullard and Tykee …

Former Bears OC Luke Getsy interviews with Patriots, Saints for next job, per report originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago Former Bears offensive coordinator Luke Getsy continues to receive interest from around the NFL. According to Ian Rapoport, Getsy interviewed with the Patriots for their open offensive coordinator job on Tuesday, and had a second interview lined up with the …

In another sign of the changing landscape of college football, Boston College head coach and Montvale native Jeff Hafley is leaving to become the defensive coordinator of the Green Bay Packers, the team announced Wednesday night. Hafley, who went to Pascack Hills High School, has been coaching Boston College since 2020. Boston College went 22-26 with two bowl appearances (it …

Bears’ new-look offensive staff is shiny but will only succeed if they get big question right originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago On paper, the Bears have clearly upgraded their coaching staff this offseason. New offensive coordinator Shane Waldron is a highly-respected play-caller and schemer. He adapts well to his personnel, has a history of creating explosive plays, and is …

TAMPA — If Bucs special teams coordinator Keith Armstrong is retiring, he’s going out with a bang. It came from the right foot of place-kicker Chase McLaughlin, who set a club record by making 29 of 31 field goal attempts, or 93.5%. It also came from Jake Camarda, who averaged 50.1 yards per punt with a net of 40.6. Armstrong, …

Yahoo Sports’ Jason Fitz spoke with current announcer-analyst duo about the 7-time Super Bowl champion’s looming arrival to the network next season – and why Olsen is determined to continue calling top-tier games in the NFL. Hear the full conversation on Thursday’s episode of “Zero Blitz” – and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen. Video Transcript JASON …

The mastermind behind Florida A&M football’s acclaimed ‘Dark Cloud Defense’ has left the program. The Rattlers’ associate head coach and head coach of the defense, Ryan Smith, announced Wednesday night that he is resigning from his duties. “All good things must come to an end!!!,” Smith posted on the app formerly known as Twitter. “Thank you to all the players, coaches, and fans that have …

Here’s why the Bears offensive coordinator job was an attractive position: reports originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago After firing offensive coordinator Luke Getsy, the Bears went through a laundry list of qualified candidates for the opening around the league. They interviewed the likes of Klint Kubiak, But why? “I think some of the guys who went through there and …

The Michigan Wolverines are entering a new era following the departure of former head coach Jim Harbaugh to the NFL. They promoted offensive coordinator Sherrone Moore to head coach in wake of Harbaugh’s exit, leaving Moore to deal with keeping the roster intact, sustaining strong recruiting classes and building his staff. Harbaugh took strength and conditioning coach Ben Herbert and …

Brady deflects report 49ers wanted him to start at QB over Purdy originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area It doesn’t appear an NFL return was in the cards for Tom Brady this season. The veteran quarterback, who played 23 NFL seasons, officially retired after the 2022 season and was linked to San Francisco as a possible destination should he …

There is an assistant coaching shakeup on the Lions staff coming. According to Diana Russini of The Athletic, the Lions are adding a defensive run game coordinator and defensive line coach to the mix. Russini reported that the Lions are hiring Titans assistant coach Terrell Williams to be Detroit’s defensive run game coordinator and DL coach. Williams is currently serving …

49ers defensive end Nick Bosa was the second overall pick in his draft year. 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy was Mr. Irrelevant. And Bosa can’t help but wonder where Purdy’s confidence comes from. In the 49ers’ locker room after their win over the Lions in the NFC Championship Game, Bosa questioned Purdy about how he has come so far in less …

Fresh off a Junior Day event on Sunday that attracted some of the top players in the region (and beyond), Rutgers football is again hosting a number of the area’s top athletes on Wednesday night. Included in the day’s itinerary is a trip to Jersey Mike’s Arena to see Rutgers men’s basketball taken on Penn State. Who was at Rutgers …