Patrick Mahomes has long established himself as the greatest quarterback in Kansas City Chiefs history. Now he’s the franchise’s all-time leading passer. With a 23-yard pass to Travis Kelce Thursday night, Mahomes passed Len Dawson for the all-time lead in Chiefs passing yards. In a testament to Mahomes’ greatness and the NFL’s evolution into a passing league, he reached the …

Dec 4, 2004; Pasadena, CA, USA; USC running back #5 Reggie Bush outraces the UCLA defense on his way to an 81 yard touchdown run during the Trojans’ 29-24 win over the Bruins on Saturday at the Rose Bowl. Photo by Joe Robbins-USA TODAY Sports (c) 2004 by Joe Robbins The University of Southern California football program has more Heisman …

Getty Images The Kansas City Chiefs are back, and apparently so is the home run potential of their offense. Kicking off their 2024 season Thursday night against the Baltimore Ravens, the reigning Super Bowl champions got on the board early, thanks to a 21-yard sprint by rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy, who showcased his record-breaking speed on the very first …

Getty Images Two years ago, Patrick Mahomes honored Len Dawson during a game less than a week after the Chiefs’ Hall of Fame quarterback’s  passing. On Thursday night, Mahomes surpassed Dawson as the franchise’s all-time career passing leader. He now becomes the only active NFL quarterback who leads his respective franchise in career passing yards.  Mahomes passed Dawson on a vintage …

Colorado travels to play Nebraska in a battle of two former Big 12 programs on the upswing. The Buffaloes played a tight game against FCS North Dakota State in Week 1, escaping with a 31-26 victory behind three receiving touchdowns from star two-way player Travis Hunter.  Nebraska got off to a slow start against UTEP in its opener but scored …

Derrick Henry started his Ravens career with the first touchdown of the 2024 NFL season. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) Welcome to the Baltimore Ravens, Derrick Henry. The two-time rushing champ joined the Ravens this offseason after eight seasons with the Tennessee Titans. He kicked off his Ravens career by scoring the first touchdown of the NFL season. Henry plowed through the …

Sep 9, 2023; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers (3) passing against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the second quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports There’s no denying that the Michigan Wolverines have been one of the best college football programs over the last three seasons. While this season may not have that …

If everything goes right for the Chicago Bears, Sunday will be a day their fans will remember forever. That is the day Caleb Williams, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, will play his first NFL game as the Bears’ starting quarterback. Williams is tasked with changing eons of history — despite being one of the NFL’s …

49ers injury report: Team nears full health before MNF clash vs. Jets originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — After many 49ers players were dealing with minor injuries during training camp and the preseason, it appears that most of the group is making its way back to the field. On Thursday, all but three players returned to …

Getty Images In Week 0, the Montana State Bobcats, who were favored by the way, took down the New Mexico Lobos of the FBS. While the Bobcats were favored, it’s a big deal any time an FCS team knocks off an FBS opponent.  Last weekend, we had a couple of near upsets on the books featuring teams from the FCS: …

Getty Images The NFL goes international Friday when the Green Bay Packers play the Philadelphia Eagles at Corinthians Arena in São Paulo, Brazil, and it just so happens that both teams wear the color green. It’s the same color unofficially banned by the Brazilian soccer team that plays in the stadium due to a longstanding local rivalry. Why two NFL …

Getty Images New jerseys aren’t the only fresh apparel on display in this 2024 NFL season. Certain players are also sporting unusually large, extra-padded helmets called Guardian Caps. So what’s the deal with these things? Where did they come from? And will all players be wearing them at some point? Here’s everything you need to know: What are Guardian Caps? Guardian Caps …

Since its inception in 2002, the AFC South has been a fiercely contested division. This article will explore the teams that have reigned supreme and their dominant seasons. Check out the complete list of AFC South champions including year, team and record. AFC South Champions 2023: Houston Texans (10-7)2022: Jacksonville Jaguars (9-8)2021: Tennessee Titans (12-5)2020: Tennessee Titans (11-5)2019: Houston Texans …

Another Central Texas high school football power is playing against a strong program from the Dallas area, and fans can stream it live. Travis Lake football, the No. 2 team in our preseason countdown, is staying home to face Rockwall High School for a 7:30 p.m. Friday battle between two 2023 Class 6A playoff teams. The last time they played in …

Are you ready for it?! And by “it,” I mean the start of the 2024 NFL regular season. Ready or not, the season is right around the corner and begins with a banner ceremony for the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs.  Thursday night’s game at Arrowhead Stadium is a rematch of the 2023 AFC Championship between the Chiefs …