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The New York Jets converted $4.5 million of tight end CJ Uzomah’s salary into a bonus, NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero wrote in a Wednesday tweet. The move cleared $3.6 million in cap space. The Jets signed CJ Uzomah to a three-year, $24 million deal in March 2022 after he played for a Cincinnati Bengals team that appeared in […]

The Los Angeles Rams are not using the franchise or transition tag on former Pro-Bowl kicker Matt Gay, NFL Network reporter Mike Garafolo wrote in a Tuesday tweet. “One of the most accurate kickers in the league the last few years (60-for-64 in FG attempts the last two), the 2021 Pro Bowl selection is expected to have […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are releasing longtime offensive lineman Donovan Smith after eight seasons with the team, ESPN senior NFL reporter Jeremy Fowler wrote in a pair of Tuesday tweets. Releasing Smith saved the Bucs saved about $10 million in salary cap room. The 29-year-old left tackle was an eight-year starter for the Bucs. He […]

USC head football coach Lincoln Riley commented on the Trojan’s defense during the team’s spring practice on Tuesday, Los Angeles Times USC beat writer Ryan Kartje. “We expect to be an extremely high-level defense here at USC,” Lincoln Riley said. “No reason in the world why we can’t and why we won’t be. “And we expect that […]

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo and guard Jrue Holiday were listed as “out” with injuries before the team takes on the Orlando Magic, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Bucks beat writer Jim Owczarski wrote in a pair of Tuesday tweets. Antetokounmpo was ruled out against the Magic with a non-COVID related illness. Holiday was downgraded to “out” […]

The Miami Marlins are continuing to talk to free-agent first baseman Yuli Gurriel even after their first deal fell through, The Athletic Senior MLB reporter Ken Rosenthal wrote in a Tuesday tweet. The contract would likely be minor-league deal if it was completed. Talks of Yuli Gurriel to the Marlins took a twist in January. […]

Ohio State head football coach Ryan Day said the team was using receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. as a punt returner in spring practice with receiver Emeka Egbuka being unavailable, Columbus Dispatch Ohio State football beat writer Joey Kaufman wrote in a Thursday tweet. “If we need him back there, we’ll use him,” said Day. Both […]

Some dreams just weren’t meant to be. The San Francisco Giants swung for the fences when they tried to sign outfielder Aaron Judge and shortstop Carlos Correa in free agency. But, for one reason or another, they just couldn’t land on the two highly-touted free agent additions. Giants manager Gabe Kapler, who helped guide San […]

Negotiations have started for running back Saquon Barkley but “have been stalled,” according to a Tuesday tweet from ESPN NFL reporter Dianna Russini. “The Giants are working towards getting a long-term contract done with Daniel Jones,” Russini wrote. “As of this now, sources share ‘it’s truly 50/50…if a deal isn’t struck by today’s deadline, he […]

The Chicago Bulls are now 11-22 in clutch games, or games that are defined as within 5 points with 5 minutes to play, NBC Sports Chicago Bulls Insider K.C. Johnson wrote in a Sunday tweet. They went 25-16 in clutch games last season. Chicago dropped to 12th in the Eastern Conference after a 125-122 loss […]

Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala became the oldest player to ever appear for the Warriors in Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers, according to a tweet from the Associated Press NBA writer Tim Reynolds. Former NBA forward Avery Johnson was 39 years and eight days old when he played for just over 27.5 minutes in a 111-106 […]

The Washington Wizards are signing Sydney Kings forward Xavier Cooks to a deal that will last through the 2023-24 season, according to a Sunday article from ESPN Senior NBA Insider Adrian Wojnarowski. Cooks will join the Wizards as soon as the Kings finish competing in Australia’s National Basketball League Finals this week. “Cooks, a 6-foot-8 power forward, […]

March is officially here. One of the first signs of basketball madness came during a stunning buzzer-beater from the Penn State Nittany Lions over the Maryland Terrapins to cap off a 65-64 comeback victory. PENN STATE COMES BACK FROM DOWN 16 AT THE BUZZER pic.twitter.com/ToIar3UDnp — The Field of 68 (@TheFieldOf68) March 5, 2023 Penn […]

UCLA basketball head coach Mick Cronin said junior guard Jaylen Clark will have an MRI tomorrow, Los Angeles Daily News sports reporter Tarek Fattal wrote in a Sunday tweet. “Did not say on what specifically, but Clark had a boot on his right foot,” Fattal wrote. UPDATE: Jaylen Clark has been ruled out for the Pac-12 tournament […]

Jacksonville Jaguars right tackle Jawaan Taylor may have a massive free agent market, according to a Sunday article from ESPN+. “One player with a massive market is Jacksonville Jaguars right tackle Jawaan Taylor, whom some teams believe could command up to $17-18 million per year,” wrote ESPN staff writers Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano. “Pass-protecting right tackles […]

Ohio State football wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba paid his respects to the New England Patriots and head coach Bill Belichick at the NFL draft combine after he met with the team, NESN.com New England Patriots beat reporter Dakota Randall wrote in a Friday article. “Coach Belichick, he’s, you know what type of franchise program they have over […]

The Miami Dolphins are “exploring all of their options at quarterback,” including “potentially moving in a different direction from” quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, according to CBS Sports senior NFL insider Josina Anderson. “Even though the reports were coming out of the end of the season that the experts expect Tua to be 100% when the time […]

The Washington Commanders signed former Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marcus Kemp, according to a Friday tweet from ESPN NFL Nation reporter John Keim. Kemp signed with the Chiefs as an undrafted free agent from Hawaii in 2017. During his first season, he played in one game, a 19-13 victory by the Pittsburgh Steelers in Arrowhead Stadium, […]

Tennessee football senior quarterback Hendon Hooker responded to questions about him playing in an easier Tennessee offense, Pro Football Focus college football reporter Trevor Sikkema wrote in a Friday tweet. “I can’t help that defenders can’t guard my receivers,” said Hooker. “My job is to give them the ball.” Hooker went on to cover the further details […]

A portion of Southern California freeway will be dedicated to late Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda, NBCLA Managing Editor Jonathan Lloyd wrote in a Friday article. “Fullerton held a very special place in Tommy’s heart, and we know how proud he would be to be standing here today,” said Stan Kasten, president & CEO of Los […]

Ohio State football quarterback CJ Stroud came to the defense of now-Chicago Bears QB Justin Fields during his media session at the NFL Draft Combine on Friday, wrote SB Nation NFL writer Mark Schofield in a Friday article. “You get hit so many times in the face and you have to make plays using your feet,” Stroud […]

Ohio State football wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. announced a Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) deal with Monarc Sport in a Friday tweet. Monarc Sports is a sports robotics company “changing the way athletes train in football,” according to its website. The video featured the Seeker, a robotic quarterback machine featured in a 2020 article by Forbes. “They finally […]

Alabama head football coach Nick Saban discussed the future scheduling format brought upon by the SEC, Sports Illustrated college football writer Ross Dellenger wrote in a Friday article. “I’ve always been an advocate for playing more (conference) games,” Nick Saban said. “But if you play more games, I think you have to get the three […]

Ohio State football quarterback CJ Stroud dropped a confident message at the 2023 NFL Draft Combine, wrote ESPN NFL reporter Stephen Holder in a Friday tweet.  “I actually think I’ve been the best player in college football two years in a row,” CJ Stroud. “I don’t even think I’ve touched my potential yet.” Stroud played in 25 […]

Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba had a bold message at the 2023 NFL Draft Combine, wrote the Athletic Chicago Bears beat writer Kevin Fishbain wrote in a Thursday tweet. “I just think my playmaking ability is second to none in this draft,” said Smith-Njigba. A former five-star prospect out of Rockwall, Texas, Smith-Njigba earned just under […]

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels said he hopes running back Josh Jacobs remains on the team for a while, wrote Around The NFL Writer Nick Shook in a Thursday article. “That’s the hope and the goal is that he’s here for a while,” Josh McDaniels said. “We’ll see how that all plays out, but again, […]

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Daniel Hudson is progressing, but might not be ready for opening day, Los Angeles Times Dodgers beat writer Jack Harris wrote in a Thursday tweet. He was placed on the injured list after a 4-1 win over the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park in July. Daniel Hudson’s knee bent awkwardly as he was trying […]

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler began his throwing program with the Dodgers yesterday, Los Angeles Times Dodgers beat writer Jack Harris wrote in a Thursday tweet. “It’s still too soon to know whether he will be able to pitch at all this year after having Tommy John surgery last season,” wrote Harris. Walker Buehler underwent Tommy […]

Ohio State football defensive end Zach Harrison’s wingspan measured in at 85.5 inches at the NFL Draft Combine, NFL Network analyst Daniel Jeremiah wrote in a Thursday tweet. He also measured in at 6-foot-5, 274 pounds, 36.25 inch-arms and 10-inch hands. According to the Draft Network, he measured in the 99th percentile for both arm length and wingspan. Zach […]

Alabama football safety Jordan Battle said he met with the Miami Dolphins on Wednesday, according to a tweet from Chat Sports on-air host Will Scott. “That’s the home team,” Battle said. “I would love to go home. “A lot of people will have to get the ‘nos’ if I go down there. I know people are going […]

The jersey worn by former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Joe Montana in two Super Bowl victories was auctioned off for $1.2 million, setting the record paid for a football jersey at an auction, ESPN Associate Editor Dan Hajducky wrote in a Thursday article. The previous record was for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers jersey Tom Brady wore in […]

The contract negotiations for New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones may go differently than some had expected. Giants general manager Joe Schoen said he had productive talks with Daniel Jones’ agents throughout this week. The two sides met on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, and will continue to talk to see if they can get something done […]

The Detroit Red Wings inked center and captain Dylan Larkin to an eight-year, $69.6 million contract extension, the team announced Wednesday.  It was reported earlier Wednesday that the two sides were making progress on talks of a possible extension, according to Sportsnet hockey reporter Elliotte Friedman. Dylan Larkin is in the final year of the five-year, $30.5 million contract […]

Tennessee basketball guard Zakai Zeigler has suffered a torn ACL, taking him out for the rest of the season with the injury, according to a tweet from Stadium basketball analyst Jeff Goodman. He tore the ACL in his left knee in a Tuesday night game against the Arkansas Razorbacks, the team announced on Wednesday. Zakai Zeigler went down […]

Alabama football linebacker Will Anderson Jr., who met with the Chicago Bears earlier this week at the NFL draft combine, had a message for the team on Wednesday morning. “The culture is great there,” said Anderson Jr., per 670 the Score. “I can tell they’re on to something special.” Anderson Jr., who had an emotional walk-off during […]

Former New York Yankees star centerfielder Bernie Williams serenaded the team during Spring Training, according to a Wednesday tweet from MLB.com Yankees beat reporter Bryan Hoch. The five-time All-Star further pursued his career in music after he retired from the MLB in 2015. Williams has performed at concert venues, music festivals, and special events since the release of […]

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid now believes there is only one path forward for him to get the recognition he deserves, FOX Sports NBA reporter Melissa Rohlin wrote in a Wednesday article. “What I can control is to try to win a championship,” Embiid told FOX Sports. “And I feel like that’s the only way […]

The San Diego Padres agreed to a deal with former Texas Rangers and New York Yankees second baseman Rougned Odor, New York Post baseball columnist Jon Heyman wrote in a Wednesday tweet. According to ESPN, he will be signing a minor league deal with the team and was in the Padres’ clubhouse on Wednesday morning. He played on a […]

An incident report of Georgia football quarterback Stetson Bennett’s arrest for public intoxication was released on Tuesday, Athens Banner-Herald staff writer Marc Weiszer wrote in a Wednesday article. The request for the incident report was made on the day of Bennett’s arrest, wrote Weiszer, but it was made public during the same week of the NFL combine […]