The Falcons are sending third quarterback Taylor Heinicke to the Chargers for a conditional sixth-round pick, Dianna Russini of TheAthletic.com reports. The Chargers needed a No. 2 quarterback behind Justin Herbert, who missed time in training camp with a plantar fascia injury in his right foot. The Chargers kept Easton Stick, who went 25-of-55 for 303 yards with one touchdown …

Who’s Playing Alcorn State Braves @ UAB Blazers Current Records: Alcorn State 0-0, UAB 0-0 How To Watch When: Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 8 p.m. ETWhere: Protective Stadium — Birmingham, AlabamaTV: ESPN+Follow: CBS Sports AppOnline streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.) What to Know The Alcorn State Braves will hit the road to start this year’s campaign against the UAB Blazers. Kickoff is scheduled …

The 49ers still haven’t decided who will be the primary backup to Brock Purdy in Week 1. Coach Kyle Shanahan said they still are deciding between Joshua Dobbs and Brandon Allen but have faith in both. “I feel very good about both of them,” Shanahan said Wednesday, via David Bonilla of 49erswebzone.com. “I think they’re neck and neck. That hasn’t …

Utah head coach Kyle Whittingham looks on as players leave the field after warmups before an NCAA college football game against Washington, Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson) | Lindsey Wasson, Associated Press This article was first published in the Ute Insiders newsletter. Sign up to receive the newsletter in your inbox each Wednesday night. For the …

NFL: San Francisco 49ers at Las Vegas Raiders Packers’ backfield is shaken up The Packers threw us a curveball when they placed AJ Dillon on season-ending injured reserve. Marshawn Lloyd has missed much of the offseason with various injuries, the latest of which is a hamstring problem that could sideline him for Week 1. Emmanuel Wilson is set to back …

Who’s Playing SE Louisiana Lions @ Tulane Green Wave Current Records: SE Louisiana 0-0, Tulane 0-0 How To Watch When: Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 8 p.m. ETWhere: Benson Field at Yulman Stadium — New Orleans, LouisianaTV: ESPN+Follow: CBS Sports AppOnline streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.) What to Know The SE Louisiana Lions will hit the road to start this year’s campaign against the …

49ers to treat Williams’ return ‘similar’ to Bosa if holdout ends originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area With the 49ers’ 2024 NFL season opener a little more than 10 days away, both Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch remain positive about San Francisco reaching a contract agreement with Trent Williams. “I’m optimistic that things will work out with Trent,” Shanahan …

Aug. 28—MORGANTOWN — Manny Diaz’s stint as Penn State’s defensive coordinator wasn’t very long, but it certainly was impactful. Last season, the Nittany Lions’ defense ranked second in the country in points per game (14), yards per game (256.6) and yards per play (4.0). PSU’s defense led the nation in rushing yards per game (75) and yards per rush (2.2). …

The 49ers have been patient with Brandon Aiyuk as they continue to work on a long-term contract for the receiver, but their patience may be wearing thin. Aiyuk has not practiced since training camp started, holding in while seeking either a trade or a contract extension. But because he reported to camp with back and neck soreness, according to coach …

Who’s Playing Sacramento State Hornets @ San Jose State Spartans Current Records: Sacramento State 0-0, San Jose State 0-0 How To Watch When: Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 10 p.m. ETWhere: CEFCU Stadium — San Jose, CaliforniaTV: truTVFollow: CBS Sports App What to Know The Sacramento State Hornets will hit the road to start this year’s campaign against the San Jose State Spartans. Kickoff is scheduled at …

The addition of quarterback Taylor Heinicke adds starting experience to the Chargers’ quarterback room. (Danny Karnik / Associated Press) The mystery behind the Chargers keeping just two quarterbacks on their roster has been solved. A day after reducing the roster to 53 players and retaining just two quarterbacks, Justin Herbert and Easton Stick, the Chargers sent a conditional sixth-round draft …

Aug. 28—Late afternoon heats into one of those blistering triple-digit early evenings in Eastern Washington. Carrying smoke from a wildfire, the breeze feels like an acetylene torch. It’s mid-July in Cheney, and those with sense are at a lake or within arm’s reach of unlimited cold beverages. But in a small, windowless office on the Eastern Washington campus, Aaron Best …

49ers’ rookie class a silver lining from tumultuous training camp originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — It’s no secret that the vibes surrounding the 49ers right now heading into the 2024 NFL season are … not great. Wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk and left tackle Trent Williams’ contract situations continue to dominate the conversation around San Francisco. …

Who’s Playing Southern Utah Thunderbirds @ No. 12 Utah Utes Current Records: Southern Utah 0-0, Utah 0-0 How To Watch When: Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 9 p.m. ETWhere: Rice-Eccles Stadium — Salt Lake City, UtahTV: ESPN+Follow: CBS Sports AppOnline streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.) What to Know The Southern Utah Thunderbirds will hit the road to start this year’s campaign against the Utah …

Getty Images New York Giants’ first-round pick Malik Nabers wore the No. 9 throughout training camp and the preseason, but it was understood he would be switching numbers for the regular season. On Wednesday, the Giants finally announced his new jersey number: No. 1. For the first time since 1935, a Giants player will wear the No. 1 in a …