The Cleveland Browns are in the midst of a complete overhaul with its offensive coaching staff. One of the first members the Browns parted ways with was former offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt. Questions abounded after Cleveland’s 45-14 defeat to the Houston Texans during wild-card weekend. Although a team spokesperson told ESPN’s Jake Trotter that Van Pelt “remains under contract …
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Fantasy hockey stock watch – Start/sit advice and weekly streamers
Victoria Matiash, Fantasy HockeyJan 17, 2024, 02:00 PM ET CloseESPN.com Fantasy Contributor since 2010Part-time anchor at NEWSTALK1010 Players from some teams will do you a lot more fantasy good than others over the next three days, presenting some ripe opportunities to stream your way to weekly victory. While the Ducks, Penguins, Sharks, and Jets are all idle until the weekend, …
Read More »Colts owner Jim Irsay being treated for severe respiratory illness after police suspected overdose in home
Getty Images Colts owner Jim Irsay, 64, is receiving treatment for a severe respiratory illness, the team said Wednesday in a statement to the Indianapolis Star. This comes more than a month after Irsay was found “unresponsive” in what police believe may have been a suspected overdose of medication. Emergency responders found Irsay unresponsive in his Indiana home on Dec. 8, …
Read More »2024 NFL odds: Best Divisional Round bets, including 49ers team total, Chiefs props
Geoff Schwartz FOX Sports Betting Analyst Boy, was NFL wild-card weekend wild. Bettors backing the Cowboys and the Eagles — squads that were both favorites last week — were unpleasantly surprised as both NFC East teams suffered embarrassing losses. Ouch. We now move on to the Divisional Round. One of these games that I’m wagering on is extra special to …
Read More »Bears conduct 6th interview for offensive coordinator position. Here’s the full list of candidates
Bears conduct 6th interview for offensive coordinator position. Here’s the full list of candidates originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago The Chicago Bears fired offensive coordinator Luke Getsy and five other coaches just weeks ago, but so far they’ve reportedly cast a wide net in their search for a new leader. According to reports, the Bears have interviewed at least …
Read More »Cam Heyward says constant talk of Mike Tomlin’s future is a ‘disservice’ to Steelers head coach
A day after not addressing his future with the media, Mike Tomlin reportedly told his players that outside talk about his possible departure was “unfounded” and that he plans to be the Pittsburgh Steelers’ head coach in 2023. Cam Heyward, who has played under Tomlin longer than any other current Steelers player, took exception to his coach’s future being such …
Read More »Sharks to retire Joe Thornton’s No. 19 in 2024-25
Ryan S. Clark, NHL reporterJan 17, 2024, 01:32 PM ET CloseRyan S. Clark is an NHL reporter for ESPN. The San Jose Sharks will retire Joe Thornton’s number at some point next season, the team announced Wednesday. Thornton, who wore No. 19, will become just the second player in Sharks history to have his number retired. Patrick Marleau watched his …
Read More »Titans coaching search: Another ex-NFL player looked at as strong candidate to replace Mike Vrabel, per report
USATSI The Tennessee Titans are conducting their first head coaching search since 2018 after firing Mike Vrabel earlier this month, and they have reportedly requested some interesting names to interview, such as Las Vegas Raiders interim head coach Antonio Pierce, Houston Texans offensive coordinator Bobby Slowik and Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn. Tennessee is also interested in both of the …
Read More »Seahawks GM John Schneider running the show in Seattle
Eric Williams NFC West Writer During his 14 years as the top personnel man for the Seattle Seahawks, John Schneider collaborated with head coach Pete Carroll on several roster-building and big-picture moves that led to championship-caliber teams, including the drafting of Russell Wilson, Richard Sherman and Kam Chancellor, and trading for Marshawn Lynch. However, with Carroll holding the title of …
Read More »Chiefs designate Skyy Moore to return from IR
Skyy Moore will be back on the practice field for the Chiefs as they prepare for their divisional-round matchup with the Bills. Kansas City has designated Moore to return from injured reserve and his 21-day practice window will begin on Wednesday, head coach Andy Reid told reporters in his Wednesday press conference. Moore has not played since the Week 15 …
Read More »Assessing QB situations from NFL Wild Card Weekend: Packers in great hands; time for total Steelers makeover?
The NFL’s Super Wild Card Weekend is in the books, with six different teams advancing on Saturday and Sunday, including the upstart Detroit Lions and Houston Texans. Whether close games or blowouts, each contest added some important context to quarterback situations around the league. Who’s upped their stock? Whose future is muddier than before? Here’s our instant assessment of each …
Read More »Eagles’ Jason Kelce won’t commit to retirement despite report he told teammates following playoff loss to Bucs
Jason Kelce is going to go down as one of the greatest Philadelphia Eagles players of all time, and arguably the greatest player at his position in NFL history. He also isn’t ready to commit to retirement just yet. Despite an ESPN report — that the 36-year-old center told Eagles teammates in the locker room that he is retiring following …
Read More »San Francisco 49ers vs. Green Bay Packers divisional round: Prediction, odds, picks
The San Francisco 49ers are solid favorites, expected to win by at least a touchdown (currently -9.5), in their NFC Playoffs matchup versus the Green Bay Packers. The total for this one is set at 50.5 points. The 49ers ended the season on a hot streak, winning six of their last eight en route to capturing the No. 1 seed …
Read More »Jim Harbaugh interviews with Falcons: Why Michigan coach could be the perfect fit for Atlanta in 2024
The Falcons haven’t shied away from blockbuster names in their latest head coaching search, first meeting with longtime Patriots coach Bill Belichick, then hosting the University of Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh on Tuesday. It’s clear the latter is prepared for a return to the NFL, also meeting with the Chargers and drawing public praise from his brother, John, as “the best …
Read More »Buying or selling strong finishes when it comes to 2024 drafts
Everything appears to be pointing upward for Jordan Love, who broke out with a great 2023 season that has fantasy football managers excited about where to select him in 2024 drafts. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images) Dalton Del Don runs through several players who had hot finishes to the 2023 season, and whether he’s committing to the player for next …
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