Getty Images Xavier Worthy’s two-touchdown performance in his first NFL regular-season game drew praise from just about everyone. But despite his big game, the Chiefs rookie wideout apparently needs to do more before he earns the respect of Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt. Taylor-Britt recently gave a less than flattering assessment when he was asked about Worthy and what he brings to …
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What media is saying about Georgia versus Kentucky
Oct 7, 2023; Athens, Georgia, USA; Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Tayvion Robinson (9) is pushed out of bounds by Georgia Bulldogs defensive back Malaki Starks (24) after a catch during the first quarter at Sanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports After cruising past Tennessee Tech a week ago, the undefeated and top ranked Georgia Bulldogs will open conference …
Read More »Jaguars stadium gets Trevor Lawrence makeover for home opener vs. Browns, first of its kind in NFL
Getty Images Trevor Lawrence was the highest-paid quarterback in NFL history for a brief period of time, committing himself to the Jacksonville Jaguars until the 2020 season. The five-year, $275 million contract Lawrence signed solidified Lawrence as the team’s franchise quarterback, and he’ll be rewarded in a unique way. EverBank Stadium and Lawrence will rename the stadium for the Jaguars’ …
Read More »Bosa, 49ers preparing for ‘better’ Vikings team after beating Jets
Bosa, 49ers preparing for ‘better’ Vikings team after beating Jets originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Do the 49ers have a bigger test in Week 2 against the Minnesota Vikings than they did in Week 1 on “Monday Night Football” against the New York Jets? Nick Bosa believes so. In speaking to reporters on Wednesday in the 49ers locker …
Read More »Thursday Night Football odds, line, time, spread: Bills vs. Dolphins picks from Buffalo expert on 40-27 roll
The Buffalo Bills (1-0) will visit the Miami Dolphins (1-0) on Thursday Night Football to kick off the Week 2 NFL schedule. This divisional matchup is critical for the AFC East standings, especially for Miami. The Dolphins last won the division in 2003, while Buffalo has won four straight division titles. Buffalo has a 36-28 record in Week 2 all-time, …
Read More »College football games, Week 3: Notre Dame looks to bounce back, Florida battles QB conundrum vs. Texas A&M
Entering Week 3 of the 2024 college football season, we were reminded that realignment still doesn’t sleep. On Thursday, the Pac-12 announced that the conference would be adding four schools from the Mountain West in time for the 2026 season — Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State and San Diego State. There used to be a time when this stuff played …
Read More »Cowboys’ Trevon Diggs on return to football: ‘Wow, I’m actually back;’ readies to face Saints’ tree offense
FRISCO, Texas — So much of an athlete’s journey involves goal setting and always being focused on the next thing, the next thing to check off their to do list. Dallas Cowboys two-time Pro Bowl cornerback Trevon Diggs deviated from that mindset and took time to be present and smell the roses prior to his return to NFL action in …
Read More »Dolphins vs. Bills odds, prediction, start time: NFL picks, Thursday Night Football bets by model that’s 38-22
Teams looking to start off 2-0 and get a leg up on the rest of the division will meet on Thursday Night Football when the Buffalo Bills take on the Miami Dolphins. Both teams won their openers last Sunday, with Buffalo topping Arizona, 34-28, while Miami edged Jacksonville, 20-17. The Bills (1-0), who are looking to win the AFC East …
Read More »Staff predictions for LSU’s Week 3 showdown at South Carolina
. LSU’s 44-21 win over Nicholls may have raised more questions about this team than it answered, but it will have to do in terms of a tuneup. Now, the 1-1 Tigers hit the road to kick off SEC play against South Carolina as they make their first trip to Columbia since 2008. ESPN’s College GameDay will be in town …
Read More »2024 Week 2 NFL picks, odds, best bets from advanced model: This 5-way football parlay would pay 25-1
Building winning Week 2 NFL parlay picks is all about identifying value, and understanding recent NFL betting trends can be a useful tool. Last week, the New England Patriots knocked off the Cincinnati Bengals on the road despite being the biggest underdog on the NFL odds board. The Patriots will try to keep the momentum going when they host the …
Read More »Fantasy Football Week 2: Alexander Mattison leads sleeper picks
Alexander Mattison could provide some fantasy football juice in Week 2. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) Last week’s sleeper page was a no-show, which isn’t a big surprise. Week 1 is the most unpredictable slate of the year, and it’s also a week where most fantasy managers play the hits and start their signature players. The fantasy season doesn’t really …
Read More »Arizona vs. Kansas State prediction, odds, line, start time: 2024 college football picks, Week 3 best bets
The No. 14 Kansas State Wildcats host the No. 20 Arizona Wildcats in one of two ranked vs. ranked matchups in Week 3 of the 2024 college football season. Though both teams are now in the Big 12, this game is counted as a non-conference game due to it being scheduled well in advance of Arizona’s recent conference movement. Kansas …
Read More »Week 2 NFL picks, predictions, best bets from Vegas expert: This 3-team football parlay pays almost 6-1
There are two divisional games on the Week 2 NFL schedule, Giants vs. Commanders (-1.5) and Rams vs. Cardinals (-1). All four teams are coming off losses, but New York and Los Angeles have discernible NFL betting trends in their favor, which could be used to your advantage in Week 2 NFL parlay picks. The Giants are undefeated over their …
Read More »NFL DFS, Bills vs. Dolphins: Best DraftKings, FanDuel daily Fantasy football picks on Thursday Night Football
The Bills vs. Dolphins rivalry has been rather one-sided over the last few years. Despite both teams making the playoffs the last two seasons, Buffalo is 4-1 against Miami, including a 34-31 win in the 2022 Wild Card Round. The Bills are 13-2 against Miami, including the playoffs, since the start of the 2017 season and are averaging 33.8 points …
Read More »Pac-12 adding San Diego State shows why George Kliavkoff failed in 2023
Dec 3, 2021; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff speaks before the 2021 Pac-12 Championship Game between the Oregon Ducks and the Utah Utes at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Before we talk about San Diego State going to the Pac-12 along with three other Mountain West schools, let’s step back and confront the harsh …
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