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Sherrone Moore vs. Kalen DeBoer - Will Michigan Or Alabama Win More Games In 2024 College Football?
Two heavyweight coaches left the college football world this offseason, leaving a significant hole in two of the premier programs in the nation. Nick Saban decided to hang it up and retire, while Jim Harbaugh took the Los Angeles Chargers' head-coaching job to return to the NFL. Needless to say, Michigan and Alabama are in […]
Jackson Sparks 9 months agoRanking The Best NFL Duos Of The 21st Century - Where Do Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce Stand?
The quarterback position gets most of the spotlight and credit for team success in the NFL -- rightfully so. However, game-changing wide receivers and tight ends certainly make things easier for even high-end signal-callers, so that should not get lost in the grand scheme of things. Every Batman needs his Robin. Patrick Mahomes and Travis […]
Jackson Sparks 9 months agoEagles Sign Julian Okwara
The Philadelphia Eagles announced the signing of outside linebacker Julian Okwara on Wednesday. The Notre Dame product was a third-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft via the Detroit Lions. He spent four seasons with Detroit, totaling 54 tackles and nine sacks in 38 games. Injuries affected his career early on, and he was most […]
Jackson Sparks 9 months agoCommanders Hire Lance Newmark As Assistant General Manager
The Washington Commanders announced the hiring of Lance Newmark as an assistant general manager on Wednesday. Newmark spent 26 seasons in the Detroit Lions player personnel department, so he has seen the transformation of a bottom-feeder organization. Washing hired Adam Peters to be their general manager after he spent seven seasons with the San Francisco […]
Jackson Sparks 9 months agoAl Harris To Remain On Cowboys Staff Under Mike Zimmer
New Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer said defensive backs coach Al Harris will remain on staff heading into 2024. Harris has been recognized for his work with Pro Bowl defensive backs DaRon Bland and Trevon Diggs. The Cowboys have ranked in at least the top 11 in passing yards allowed per game in three […]
Jackson Sparks 9 months agoSteve Wilks Out As 49ers Defensive Coordinator
The San Francisco 49ers have relieved defensive coordinator Steve Wilks of his duties after just one season in the role. During the regular season, the Wilks-led Niners defense ranked eighth in total yards allowed per game (303.9) and third in points per game allowed (17.5). However, the San Francisco stop unit allowed 409.0 yards per […]
Jackson Sparks 9 months agoCollege Football Playoff, ESPN Agree To Six-Year Extension With Whopping Price Tag
Big news came out of the college football world on Tuesday. The College Football Playoff and ESPN agreed to a long-term contract extension that will keep ESPN the home of the new 12-team format for the foreseeable future. ESPN has broadcasted the CFP since it began ahead of the 2014 season. With the format expanding […]
Jackson Sparks 9 months agoIs Arch Manning Staying At Texas? 2024 College Football Outlook
For obvious reasons, University of Texas quarterback Arch Manning has been in the spotlight since he began his high school career in 2019. The grandson of Archie and the nephew of Eli and Peyton was a big-time recruit in the class of 2023, but he did not simply choose to go to a program that […]
Jackson Sparks 9 months agoArik Armstead To Undergo Knee Surgery
San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Arik Armstead (knee) reportedly suffered a torn meniscus in the team's win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Dec. 3 and he will need offseason surgery to fix it. The 2015 first-round pick missed the remainder of the regular season after the injury but returned for the Niners' three playoff games. […]
Jackson Sparks 9 months agoAnthony Richardson Begins Throwing Again
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson (shoulder) is throwing again after suffering a Grade 3 AC joint sprain in October that required surgery. The No. 4 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft flashed fantasy upside early in his career, averaging 23.1 fantasy points per game through his first three starts. However, he suffered a concussion […]
Jackson Sparks 9 months agoTrent Williams Not Considering Retirement
San Francisco 49ers All-Pro left tackle Trent Williams said he plans to return for another season with the team in 2024. The 35-year-old is still one of the best overall players in the NFL, and retirement has not been a consideration. Williams was originally selected by the Washington Redskins with the fourth overall pick in […]
Jackson Sparks 9 months agoSteelers Releasing Mitch Trubisky
The Pittsburgh Steelers are releasing quarterback Mitch Trubisky after two seasons with the organization, the team announced on Monday. The 29-year-old appeared in five games (two starts) for the Steelers in 2023, completing 67 of his 107 passing attempts for 632 yards, four touchdowns, and five interceptions. Originally drafted by the Chicago Bears with the […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoIs Andy Reid Retiring This Offseason? 2024 NFL Offseason Outlook
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid just secured his third Super Bowl Championship of his career with a victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. The 65-year-old is having his best seasons as a head coach late in his career, and he could continue to pile up hardware with Patrick Mahomes moving forward. […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoNFL DFS Lineup Picks for FanDuel - 49ers vs. Chiefs Super Bowl Showdown Slate
The Super Bowl is always one of the most exciting events of the year for sports fans, but unfortunately, it marks the end of football season. This means there is just one more opportunity to compete in NFL DFS contests until preseason tournaments in August. Whether you've had a ton of DFS success this year […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoIs Jalen Milroe Staying At Alabama? 2024 College Football Outlook
Every college football offseason brings extraordinary change for most programs. It's never been easier to transfer and play right away in college football, and this offseason saw the greatest head coach of all time decide to retire. The Alabama Crimson Tide football team has seen a mass exodus of players via the transfer portal following […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoRanking All Power Conference Head Coaching Hires - Grades For All 12 New Hires (2024 College Football)
Coaching changes in college football are always one of the hottest topics in the offseason, and the 2024 hiring and firing cycle is no different. Several universities made changes after a down 2023 season, and others had to replace their coach who left for a "better" job. Although none of the 12 head coaches listed […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoSteelers Not Closing Door On Trade For Veteran Quarterback
In an interview with KDKA TV's Bob Pompeani, Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney II did not dismiss the idea of the organization trading for a veteran quarterback this offseason. "As we sit here in early February, we're not closing the door on anything," Rooney said. "We have a lot of evaluations to go through, and […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoWhich Draft Pick Do The Arizona Cardinals Have In The 2024 NFL Draft?
The 2023 season was not kind to the Arizona Cardinals, but the team was expected to struggle under first-year head coach Jonathan Gannon -- especially while Kyler Murray recovered from his torn ACL. Heading into the year, many speculated that the Cardinals could finish with the worst record and hold the No. 1 overall pick […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoIs Jerick McKinnon Injured or Healthy? Super Bowl LVIII Injury Update
Kansas City Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon was a key contributor to the 2022 team that took home Super Bowl LVII rings. He wasn't involved as much early in the 2023 season, and he suffered an injury that has sidelined him for several weeks. However, the veteran could return in time to play in Super […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoJerick McKinnon Unlikely To Play In Super Bowl LVIII
Kansas City Chiefs running back Jerick McKinnon (hernia/pelvis) was designated to return from Injured Reserve over the weekend, but head coach Andy Reid said he is unlikely to be officially activated in time to play in Super Bowl LVIII against the San Francisco 49ers. McKinnon underwent sports hernia surgery and had another procedure to fix […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoBen McAdoo Joining Patriots Offensive Staff
The New England Patriots are hiring former New York Giants head coach Ben McAdoo to their offensive staff under new head coach Jerod Mayo. The 46-year-old spent eight seasons on Mike McCarthy's staff with the Green Bay Packers before becoming the Giants offensive coordinator in 2014. Following the 2015 season, McAdoo was promoted to head […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoWhich Schools Have The Most Players In Super Bowl LVIII? Oklahoma, Georgia, Florida, Clemson Lead The Pack
We're within one week of Super Bowl LVIII between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. Every year, the Super Bowl has endless storylines to create and follow, including breaking down the rosters by college team. This year, 16 programs have at least three former players on the Chiefs or 49ers' roster. Eight programs […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoSeahawks Hiring Jay Harbaugh As Special Teams Coordinator
The Seattle Seahawks are expected to hire Jay Harbaugh to be their special teams coordinator as a part of head coach Mike Macdonald's new staff. The son of new Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh, he spent nine seasons on the Michigan staff under his father. He also worked under his uncle, John Harbaugh, […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoSean Mannion Hangs Up Cleats, Accepts Coaching Position In Green Bay
Former Los Angeles Rams, Minnesota Vikings, and Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sean Mannion is ending his nine-year NFL career to join the coaching ranks. The 2015 third-round pick is joining Matt LaFleur's staff with the Green Bay Packers as a quarterback and passing game coach. In 14 career games (three starts) Mannion completed 67 of his […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoLe'Veon Bell Eyeing NFL Comeback?
Former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell hinted at making a potential return to the NFL in a series of Snapchat videos on Friday. The three-time Pro Bowler said he will begin training for a comeback in March, and he is only interested in playing for the Steelers. Bell, who turns 32 on February 18, […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoWhich Draft Pick Do The Tampa Bay Buccaneers Have In The 2024 NFL Draft?
When Tom Brady retired following the 2022 NFL season, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were projected by many to be one of the worst teams in the NFL. The signing of Baker Mayfield didn't inspire a ton of people, and the organization looked to be headed toward a period of transition. However, Todd Bowles and the […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoFull List Of Head Coaching Hires Ahead Of The 2024 NFL Season
NFL franchises are as impatient as ever, so each offseason brings a flurry of coaching changes. After the 2023 campaign, exactly 25% of the league's organizations decided to make a change at the head coaching position. Legends Bill Belichick and Pete Carroll were let go, Mike Vrabel wasn't given the chance to turn the Titans […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoRanking The Top 15 Free Agents This Offseason - 2024 Free Agency Outlook
The 2023-24 NFL season has just one game remaining, and 30 of the 32 NFL franchises are looking forward to next year. The NFL Draft is arguably the most exciting part of the offseason, but free agency comes first. While most teams build championship rosters through the draft, adding key free agents can also take […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoWhen Are The NFL Awards Announced? Finalists For Every Award Revealed (2023-24)
In the NFL, winning a Super Bowl is everyone's goal before the season starts. However, only one out of 32 teams can bring home the gold. Most players will tell you team success matters significantly more than individual success, but they won't turn down the opportunity to be recognized for their regular season excellence. The […]
Jackson Sparks 10 months agoDennard Wilson Could Replace Mike Macdonald In Baltimore
Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Mike MacDonald is leaving to become the new head coach of the Seattle Seahawks, and defensive backs coach Dennard Wilson is an early favorite to replace him in Baltimore, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Baltimore boasted the No. 1 defensive DVOA, allowed the fewest points per game (16.5), and had the […]
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