Sep 7, 2024; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies head coach Mike Elko leaves the field following a 52-10 win against the McNeese State Cowboys at Kyle Field. Mandatory Credit: Dustin Safranek-Imagn Images Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko spoke to the media on Monday. The Aggies will head to Gainsville on Friday to take on the Florida Gators …
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Aaron Rodgers’ recovery from Achilles tear to be featured in new docuseries
Aaron Rodgers will make his official return from his Achilles tear on Monday, and his path to getting back on the gridiron was documented. The New York Jets quarterback’s road to recovery from his Achilles injury will be the focus of an upcoming Netflix documentary titled, “Aaron Rodgers: Enigma,” the streaming service announced Monday. In addition to documenting Rodgers’ Achilles …
Read More »Cowboys All-Pro Micah Parsons addresses Dallas future: ‘I know I’m going to be a Cowboy’
USATSI Three-time All-Pro pass rusher Micah Parsons put together a dominant performance in Week 1, racking up a sack and 11 quarterback pressures — tied for the most in the NFL in Week 1 with Detroit Lions edge rusher Aidan Hutchinson entering “Monday Night Football” — against the Cleveland Browns in a 33-17 road win. He also took part …
Read More »UNC football adds defensive back commitment for 2026 class
. UNC football is added to its roster once again with another commitment from the Class of 2026. Earlier this week, the team added a commitment from Zavion Griffin-Haynes, a four-star edge rusher. This time, Mack Brown and company are bolstering the secondary with cornerback Danny Odem from Florida. They both join three-star Zaid Lott as the three recruits for …
Read More »Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill speaks out on police detainment after body-cam footage released
Tyreek Hill had a chance to talk about his legal situation Sunday after the Dolphins beat the Jaguars, but he wasn’t quite ready to dive into what exactly happened. One day later, Hill decided to tell his side of the story. During an interview with NBC Nightly News that was broadcast Monday, Hill said he did his best to comply …
Read More »Deshaun Watson Faces New Lawsuit, Possibly More NFL Punishment
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson was sued Monday in Houston for sexual assault and battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. The plaintiff, who is identified by the pseudonym Jane Doe, accuses Watson of misconduct in October 2020, when Watson played for the Houston Texans. She allegedly hosted Watson for a dinner date at her apartment. While in the apartment, …
Read More »SEC Power Rankings: Did Alabama fall after Week 2 win over South Florida?
Sep 7, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide wide receiver Kobe Prentice (6) celebrates with tight end Josh Cuevas (80) and wide receiver Ryan Williams (2) after a touchdown against the South Florida Bulls at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Alabama won 42-16. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Imagn Images In Week 2 of the 2024 SEC football season, the conference as a …
Read More »Sidney Crosby ‘pretty optimistic’ about Pittsburgh Penguins extension
LAS VEGAS — Sidney Crosby doesn’t know when the deal will be signed, but the Pittsburgh Penguins captain is also confident an agreement isn’t far away. Speaking at the NHL/NHLPA player media tour’s North American leg Monday, Crosby said he expects to ink a contract extension before the team opens the regular season on Oct. 9. “I’m pretty optimistic it’s …
Read More »49ers’ Christian McCaffrey inactive vs. Jets: What this means for San Francisco’s offense in season opener
USATSI The defending NFC champion San Francisco 49ers will be without one of their top players for Monday night’s showdown against the New York Jets. Star running back Christian McCaffrey is inactive, according to the team, as he continues to deal with calf and Achilles issues. McCaffrey was officially listed as questionable to play. He had expressed optimism that he would …
Read More »Who is Kalen DeBoer? Five things to know about the new Alabama football coach, who’s taking on Wisconsin Saturday
The University of Alabama football team comes to Camp Randall Stadium in Madison on Saturday with a new face leading the way: Kalen DeBoer, the former Washington head coach named to replace coaching legend Nick Saban for the 2024 season. Here’s what to know about DeBoer, who turns 50 later this month: Sep 7, 2024; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama Crimson …
Read More »49ers RB Christian McCaffrey inactive vs. Jets with calf injury
San Francisco 49ers All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey will not play in the “Monday Night Football” matchup against the New York Jets. The 49ers listed McCaffrey as inactive due to calf and Achilles injuries. McCaffrey got hurt early in training camp and missed four weeks of practice before returning to the field last week. He was listed as questionable and …
Read More »CMC ruled out of 49ers’ season opener with calf, Achilles injuries
CMC ruled out of 49ers’ season opener with calf, Achilles injuries originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — After Christian McCaffrey went through a couple of practices last week, he brushed aside any questions about his availability being in doubt for the 49ers’ 2024 NFL regular-season opener. However, the 49ers had different ideas. McCaffrey was listed among …
Read More »Steelers signing Terrell Edmunds: Pittsburgh reuniting with former first-round safety, per report
Getty Images A familiar face is coming back to Pittsburgh. The Steelers, one day after their season-opening win over the Atlanta Falcons, are re-signing veteran safety and former first-round pick Terrell Edmunds, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Edmunds had been on the Jaguars’ practice squad after he did not make the team’s initial 53-man roster. He started the 2023 season with …
Read More »Visiting Eagles smash AC Reynolds
A huge game from quarterback Bryce Baker and outstanding defense led the visiting East Forsyth varsity football team to a 49-14 win over AC Reynolds on Friday night. The Eagles defense was able to subdue a good offense throughout the game, and East Forsyth scored 42 unanswered points up until late in the second quarter. But Eagles Head Coach Todd …
Read More »Rome Odunze injury: Bears first-round WR considered week-to-week after suffering sprained MCL, per report
Getty Images Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Rome Odunze sprained his MCL in the club’s Week 1 opener against the Tennessee Titans, according to ESPN. This comes after the pass-catcher underwent an MRI on Monday to judge the severity of the knee injury, and he is now considered week-to-week. Head coach Matt Eberflus told reporters he believes Odunze suffered the …
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