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In Roob’s Observations: An under-rated position of need heading into the draft

In Roob’s Observations: An under-rated position of need heading into the draft originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia An under-rated position of need, why DeVante Parker has a chance to help and the remarkable roster turnover over the past couple months headline this week’s Roob’s 10 Random Eagles Offseason Observations. 1. With Jack Driscoll now in Miami, offensive tackle is …

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Javon Kinlaw ‘not worried’ about role in loaded Jets defense

The Jets decided to beef up their defensive line in the early days of free agency this year, signing DT Javon Kinlaw to a one-year deal. Before hitting the open market for the first time in his career, Kinlaw spent his first four seasons as a pro with the San Francisco 49ers, who selected him with the 14th overall pick …

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NHL playoff standings: Canucks-Ducks the top game on Sunday

It’s a slower than usual Sunday on the NHL schedule, with just one game on the docket. But, there are implications from the outcome of the clash between the Anaheim Ducks and Vancouver Canucks (3:30 p.m. ET, TNT). Editor’s Picks 2 Related For the Canucks, it’s an opportunity to make up ground in the Western Conference and Presidents’ Trophy races. …

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Will 49ers, Brandon Aiyuk get a deal done?

49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk wants the second contract that he has earned. The 49ers don’t seem to be inclined to give him one, at least not at the level he has targeted. Will they get something done? Via Jordan Elliott of NBCSportsBayArea.com, Mike Garafolo of NFL Media reported on Friday that the two sides aren’t close on a new deal. …

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Maple Leafs’ Auston Matthews now a 2-time 60-goal scorer

Mar 30, 2024, 10:10 PM ET BUFFALO, N.Y. — Toronto center Auston Matthews became the NHL’s first two-time 60-goal scorer in 30 years, scoring with 5:37 left in the Maple Leafs’ 3-0 victory over the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday night. Matthews matched the franchise record he set when he led the NHL in goals two seasons ago. The 26-year-old joins …

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Jonathan Quick breaks wins record for U.S.-born goaltenders

Mar 30, 2024, 09:41 PM ET TEMPE, Ariz. — Jonathan Quick broke the victory record for U.S.-born goalies Saturday night, as the New York Rangers defeated the Arizona Coyotes 8-5 at Mullett Arena. Jonathan Quick, a three-time Stanley Cup champion who won his first two titles with the Los Angeles Kings, stopped 27 shots in moving past Ryan Miller with …

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Report: Cowboys, Ezekiel Elliott have mutual interest in a reunion

The Cowboys and free agent running back Ezkiel Elliott have mutual interest in a reunion, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN reports. The report isn’t a surprise. The Cowboys need a veteran running back, having let Tony Pollard walk in free agency, and Elliott needs a job. Even if they sign Elliott, the Cowboys likely draft a running back as their starter. …

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Dan Quinn: Bobby Wagner is all that I love about football

Dan Quinn brought a number of former Cowboys with him when he became the Commanders head coach this offseason and he reached even further into his past to add a linebacker to the roster. Quinn coached Bobby Wagner when he was the defensive coordinator of the Seahawks in 2013 and 2014, but he’s had to play against him since leaving …

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Commanders HC Dan Quinn: Bobby Wagner is ‘all that I love about football’

Linebacker Bobby Wagner was one of the headline pickups for the Washington Commanders this offseason, and the move reunites Wagner with Dan Quinn, Washington’s new head coach and the linebacker’s defensive coordinator with the Seattle Seahawks from 2013-14. Quinn can’t praise Wagner enough. “He’s all that I love about football,” Quinn said. “He’s a tackler; he’s aggressive; he’s tough; he’s …

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Report: Aiyuk, 49ers ‘not close’ on contract extension

Report: Aiyuk, 49ers ‘not close’ on contract extension originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers have yet to work out a contract extension, and it doesn’t appear the two sides are close to coming to an agreement. San Francisco and the 26-year-old All-Pro remain in a “little bit of a standoff” NFL Media’s Mike Garafolo …

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