Gunnar Helm isn’t afraid of the moment. When asked how life would be without all-conference tight end Ja’Tavion Sanders on the roster, the Longhorns senior didn’t flinch. “I think at a school like Texas, I think the word ‘replace’ gets thrown around a little bit,” Helm said. “Most of the time we don’t really replace guys here. We just reload. …

Rookie quarterback Bo Nix threw one touchdown pass and took Denver on long scoring marches to close the first half and open the second half Sunday as the Broncos picked up a 34-30 victory at Indianapolis in their preseason opener. Nix, the No. 12 overall draft pick in April, was 15 of 21 for 125 yards while rushing three times …

The Panthers are down to one kicker on their 90-man roster. The team announced on Sunday that they have waived kicker Harrison Mevis. That leaves Eddy Pineiro as the only kicker in Carolina. Mevis signed with the Panthers after going undrafted in April. He kicked a 41-yard field goal and kicked off twice in their preseason opener against the Patriots. …

Sep 30, 2023; Starkville, Mississippi, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide tight end CJ Dippre (81) runs the ball while defended by Mississippi State Bulldogs safety Marcus Banks (1) during the second half at Davis Wade Stadium at Scott Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-USA TODAY Sports An award that the Alabama Crimson Tide have never won, the program saw tight end CJ …

Bo Nix had a solid preseason debut on Sunday. The No. 12 overall pick of this year’s draft, Nix came in for the Broncos’ third possession and ended up playing into the third quarter — leading the team to three scoring drives. While Nix’s first pass was nearly intercepted, he recovered well with a 22-yard pass on the left side …

Jan 8, 2024; Houston, TX, USA; Washington Huskies offensive lineman Parker Brailsford (72) against the Michigan Wolverines during the 2024 College Football Playoff national championship game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports One of the main offseason transfer additions for the Alabama Crimson Tide this past offseason, offensive lineman Parker Brailsford was recently named to the …

Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is cleared for contact, coach Kevin Stefanski said Sunday. Watson will take the majority of snaps in two joint practices with the Vikings this week, but he will not play in Saturday’s second preseason game. Watson watched yesterday’s preseason game against the Packers from the sideline. The Browns close out the preseason against the Seahawks on …

Editor’s Note: Derrick Henry is No. 6 on the Times-Union’s Top 100 list of athletes from the Jacksonville area. Drive along U.S. Highway 1 south from the Georgia line, and the bold-lettered sign is unmistakable. “Welcome to Yulee, Home of Derrick Henry, 2015 Heisman Trophy winner.” For many, the 30-year-old running back is the man who has put Northeast Florida’s …

Eric Williams NFC West Writer INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Yes, it was just a preseason game.  And in his first appearance on an NFL sideline as a head coach in a decade, Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh appeared in his element. Wearing Jordan cleats and receiver gloves, the hands-on Harbaugh caught passes for his quarterbacks as they got their …

Caleb Williams best QB in preseason, per 1 advanced metric originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago Caleb Williams passed the eye test when he made his Bears preseason debut against the Bills on Saturday. Turns out he’s passed the analytics test, too. According to Warren Sharp, an analyst who runs a site fueled by his custom predictive metrics, Williams has …

Many Florida State football fans believe coach Mike Norvell can be the next Bobby Bowden for the Seminoles. Rick Stockstill sees the similarities, too. “I was fortunate enough to play for coach Bowden. I see a lot of coach Bowden in him,” Stockstill said. “He’s has a tremendous work ethic. The biggest thing is he’s authentic. He gives this program …

The New York Giants returned to practice Sunday for the first time since their preseason opener against the Detroit Lions and welcomed back offensive lineman Evan Neal. However, first-round draft pick Malik Nabers left practice late with a possible minor sprain to his left ankle. It was not clear how Nabers was hurt, but the No. 6 overall pick in …

Bo Nix hadn’t played in a football game and not been a starter since eighth grade, he told reporters this week. He came off the bench on Sunday, but he hopes that’s a temporary feeling. Nix, the Denver Broncos’ rookie first-round pick, is battling Jarrett Stidham to be the team’s starter. Stidham got the start in Sunday’s preseason opener against …

Few, if any, outside the Texas Tech football team’s inner circle were allowed to see the Red Raiders’ first preseason scrimmage on Saturday. Anyone near Jones AT&T Stadium heard it, though. Subjecting his players to game-like pressure was one of Tech coach Joey McGuire’s takeaways from his trip to see Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell. McGuire said last month he …

49ers rookie Mustapha enjoyed first taste of NFL success vs. Titans originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area NASHVILLE, Tenn., — Malik Mustapha’s welcome-to-the-NFL moments were felt throughout the 49ers’ 17-13 loss to the Tennessee Titans. During Tennessee’s third drive of the game, quarterback Mason Rudolph had his offense poised to score, driving 78 yards down the field. But on …