Getty Images We had two FCS-over-FBS victories last weekend. Southern Utah knocked off UTEP 27-24 in overtime. Huge shoutout to Thunderbirds coach DeLane Fitzgerald, who has done such an awesome job with this program now in Year 3 in Cedar City. Southern Utah has gotten better each season under his guidance and finally gets a landmark victory on his résumé …
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2024 NFL futures: Packers to struggle without Jordan Love? What SportsLine Projection Model sees for Green Bay
The Green Bay Packers ended the Aaron Rodgers era when they traded the four-time NFL MVP to the New York Jets after the 2022 season and handed the reins to Jordan Love, the quarterback for which they traded up to select with the 26th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Saddled with the task of succeeding someone who guided …
Read More »2024 NFL futures: Why the SportsLine Projection Model still loves the Ravens in the AFC North after Week 1
And the solo leader of the AFC North after Week 1 is (drumroll please), the Pittsburgh Steelers. Yes, after kicking six field goals to beat the Falcons 18-10, the Steelers (1-0), a team that was a popular pick to finish last in the division and with no definitive starter at quarterback, currently sit alone atop the AFC North, a division …
Read More »Rams put WR Puka Nacua, G Steve Avila, OT Joe Noteboom on injured reserve
Receiver Puka Nacua, guard Steve Avila and offensive tackle Joe Noteboom have been placed on injured reserve by the Los Angeles Rams after their injury-filled season opener. The Rams on Wednesday also signed offensive lineman Dylan McMahon off Philadelphia’s practice squad and signed offensive lineman Geron Christian. Los Angeles re-signed offensive tackle Ty Nsekhe on Tuesday. Nacua reaggravated his knee …
Read More »Gophers football: P.J. Fleck on freshman QB Drake Lindsey’s debut: ‘Cool, calm, precise’
True freshman Koi Perich’s performance in the Gophers’ 48-0 win over Rhode Island last week — an interception and a 28-yard punt return — brought a lot of attention. So did one post-game quote. “I got to take it to the crib,” Perich said on feeling a need to score a touchdown after finding an opening on his first career …
Read More »Packers coach Matt LaFleur still won’t rule out QB Jordan Love for Sunday’s game
The most likely outcome for the Green Bay Packers this week is that Jordan Love sits out with his sprained MCL. Malik Willis would start in his place. But the fact that Packers coach Matt LaFleur did not rule out Love playing in Week 2 has to be some positive news for Green Bay fans hoping their quarterback returns soon. …
Read More »2024 Monday Night Football Schedule: How to watch, teams, dates
The week of NFL action culminates in the ultimate showdown on Monday Night Football. As the dust settles from Sunday’s games, two teams will take center stage. Check out everything you need to know about games on MNF including matchups, times and more. 2024 NFL Monday Night Football Schedule Week 2 (Monday, September 16) Atlanta Falcons vs. Philadelphia Eagles (8:15 …
Read More »College football’s biggest throws of the week: Aidan Chiles’ bazooka launch, NIU’s only TD of Notre Dame win
We’re detailing the biggest throws on a weekly basis, giving extra attention to huge throws that quarterbacks make all around the country. We start by looking at the pass plays with the most Expected Points Added, and then taking into account difficulty and distance of throw, game situation, and opponent. Here are the four biggest throws from Week 2 in …
Read More »Patrick Mahomes flattered to see Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola emulating his pregame routine: ‘It’s cool, honestly’
Getty Images Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola makes no secrets that he idolizes Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes. He wears the identical No. 15, dons a similar haircut and even copied Mahomes’ signature pregame celebration before the game against Colorado. Mahomes spoke about Raiola’s imitation during his media availability this week. By all accounts, Mahomes is flattered by the attention. …
Read More »Dolphins’ Raheem Mostert ruled out Thursday vs. Bills, De’Von Achane questionable; Miami’s options at RB
The Miami Dolphins are on a short week in Week 2, and have to face one of their toughest opponents in the rival Buffalo Bills. The Bills are 11-1 in their last 12 matchups vs. the Dolphins, the most recent meeting being that Week 18 matchup that decided the division. To make matters worse, Miami is dealing with multiple injuries …
Read More »Big Ten football power rankings after Week 2: A new team on the rise.
Sept. 7, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard (18) congratulates Ohio State Buckeyes running back Quinshon Judkins (1) after a touchdown during the first half of an NCAA Division I football game against the Western Michigan Broncos on Saturday at Ohio Stadium. The new and, can we say, approved — Big Ten conference is now two …
Read More »2024 Sunday Night Football Schedule: How to watch, teams, dates
Get ready for another thrilling week of NFL action! As the season heats up, Sunday Night Football continues to deliver exciting matchups. Keep reading to find out all you need to know about SNF games including matchups, times and more. 2024 NFL Sunday Night Football Schedule Week 2 (Sunday, September 15): Chicago Bears vs. Houston Texans (8:20 p.m. ET)Week 3 …
Read More »News or noise: Justin Fields, Baker Mayfield, Micah Parsons, Bryce Young | Inside Coverage
Subscribe to Inside Coverage Jason Fitz is joined by Jori Epstein and Frank Schwab to parse through the biggest storylines of the week as the trio attempt to determine what is news and what is noise. Fitz, Frank and Jori discuss what Dak Prescott’s contract means for the Dallas Cowboys, the Deshaun Watson dilemma, the Justin Fields conspiracy, Baker Mayfield …
Read More »Paul Finebaum thinks Colorado football, Deion Sanders are ‘heading for disintegration’
Colorado football finds itself still searching for its first signature win of the season in Year 2 of the Deion Sanders era after the Buffaloes’ 28-10 loss to Nebraska on Saturday. Colorado has shown struggles on both ends of the ball through two weeks. Colorado’s defense has given up 783 total yards, and is tied for 58th in the country …
Read More »Jake Ferguson injury: Mike McCarthy says TE ‘feels good’ and is ‘very optimistic’ after reported MCL sprain
FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys Pro Bowl tight end Jake Ferguson continues to receive encouraging news about the knee injury he suffered Sunday in the team’s 33-17 Week 1 win at the Cleveland Browns. He is considered week-to-week with a sprained MCL, per ESPN. Ferguson rolled over and grabbed his knee after a 2-yard catch with 6:35 left in the third quarter …
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