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Broncos targeting possible new quarterback

The Denver Broncos are in need of a new starting quarterback after the team decided to part ways with former starter Russell Wilson. And while the team did at former New York Jets first-round pick Zach Wilson, it sounds like the Broncos are targeting another quarterback in the draft. According to a report from NFL insider Albert Breer of SI.com, the Broncos “quietly did a lot of work” scouting Oregon Ducks star quarterback Bo Nix, making it a...

2024-04-24T10:06:33Z

Last-Minute NFL Draft Rumblings for the Atlanta Falcons

Here are some of the last minute rumblings around the 2024 NFL Draft that could be found for the Atlanta Falcons.

2024-04-24T19:11:46Z

Best, worst-case first-round picks for Pittsburgh Steelers

The Steelers currently own the No. 20 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

2024-04-24T16:30:27Z

Michael Jordan taking notice of young NBA star

As the rest of us watched Anthony Edwards' coming out party against the Suns in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs last Saturday, a certain GOAT was also paying attention.

2024-04-23T12:11:50Z

Analyst makes final draft plea for Bears to pass on Caleb Williams

At least one analyst is going against conventional wisdom regarding the first pick in the draft.

2024-04-24T19:01:22Z

Dan Campbell preparing Detroit Lions fans for possible trade back in NFL Draft

Echoing the comments of GM Brad Holmes, Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell is telling fans they need to be ready for a possible trade back in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.

2024-04-24T15:11:10Z

Bears release renderings of ambitious plans for new stadium

The Chicago Bears have extremely ambitious plans for their proposed new lakefront stadium.

2024-04-24T19:02:10Z

2024 NFL Draft rumors: Vikings eyeing blockbuster trade for this top QB, but team also open to taking Bo Nix

Minnesota has a contingency plan if it can't get top QB target

2024-04-24T17:16:43Z

Detroit Lions, Penei Sewell agree to massive 4-year contract extension

The Detroit Lions and right tackle Penei Sewell have agreed to a monster four-year contract extension that makes him the highest-paid offensive lineman in the NFL.

2024-04-24T18:26:38Z

Terry Hill dead, aged 52: Rugby league centre passed away from heart attack

Former NSW and Australian Test centre Terry Hill has passed away from an apparent heart attack in the Philippines.

2024-04-24T04:50:43Z

NBA: Jamal Murray buzzer beater give Nuggets 2-0 lead over Lakers

DENVER — Jamal Murray sank a 15-foot step-back jumper at the buzzer and the Denver Nuggets wiped out a 20-point second-half deficit to stun the Los Angeles Lakers 101-99 Monday night and take a 2-0 lead in their NBA Western Conference playoff series. Murray’s fadeaway, falling-down game-winner provided the Nuggets with their first lead since 5-3 in the opening minutes and gave the reigning NBA champions their 10th consecutive win over the...

2024-04-23T05:56:26Z

Chris Paul's future projects to be away from the Warriors

Paul is still searching for an opportunity to win the first championship of his career.

2024-04-24T18:45:50Z

Who will the New York Giants draft with 6th pick? Betting odds for Giants first-round pick in 2024 NFL Draft

The New York Giants have the sixth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday night. Here are the betting odds and predictions for the Giants' first-round selection.

2024-04-24T15:26:10Z

Giants linked with polarizing QB prospect as fallback option

Could the Giants make a surprising player the sixth overall pick?

2024-04-24T16:45:34Z

La Salle's Laput, Maglinao named UAAP Players of the Week

MANILA, Philippines: Shevana Laput and Vince Maglinao delivered the goods as De La Salle University posted big-time wins in the homestretch of the UAAP Season 86 women's and men's volleyball tournaments. The two ace spikers clicked from all cylinders to help the Taft-based squads go 2-0 in the crucial period entering the final week of the wild tourney with major playoff implications on the line. Their heroics proved more than enough as Laput and...

2024-04-23T23:56:42Z

Cardinals demote former top prospect following brutal start

It's been a disappointing start for the Cardinals in 2024, and now one touted player finds himself headed to Triple-A as his struggles have mirrored the team's.

2024-04-24T16:19:54Z

Bill Simmons slams NBA star

Luka Dončić might be the NBA’s best player, and for that, he gets compared to the Pillsbury Doughboy and urged to try a salad. Bill Simmons is the latest sports media personality to chide Dončić for his figure. Coming off the Dallas Mavericks’ Game 1 playoff loss to the Los Angeles Clippers, Simmons noted Dončić is “really doughy in person.” It was the second time this season that a prominent media member referred to Dončić’s doughy figure, with...

2024-04-24T16:36:56Z

Two drivers named in brutal ‘half of the field does not belong in F1’ verdict

"It is simply a fact that half of the field does not belong in the field at all."

2024-04-24T07:36:09Z

Raiders 2024 NFL Draft rumors tracker: Latest buzz surrounding Las Vegas

The latest rumors surrounding the Las Vegas Raiders ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, which begins on Thursday, April 25.

2024-04-24T17:56:33Z

Alex Eala opens WTA Madrid Open with huge upset win

MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala earned the biggest win so far in her pro career, jumpstarting her Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) Mutua Madrid Open on a high note. Eala, a wildcard entry and World No.170, stunned WTA ranked No. 41 Lesia Tsurenko of Ukraine, 2-6, 6-4, 6-4, on Tuesday in Spain. “Third time’s the charm 🪄 A first round win here in @mutuamadridopen!! First WTA1000 main draw win hehe🫨 Vamoss! Pumped to go back for round,” Eala...

2024-04-24T10:30:48Z

Cardinals monster lineup if they hadn’t traded Adolis Garcia and Randy Arozarena.

The Cardinals have fallen from grace in recent years thanks to some poorly executed trades. Here's what their lineup could have looked like if these trades hadn't been made.

2024-04-24T18:02:37Z

Eagles Mock Draft 2024: Seven-round projections for Philadelphia’s draft picks

Here's who The Sporting News believes the Eagles might target in the coming NFL Draft.

2024-04-24T13:56:01Z

Brownlee celebrates 36th birthday with win in Indonesia

MANILA, Philippines: Justin Brownlee celebrated his 36th birthday by serving as one of Pelita Jaya's spark plugs as the Indonesian club team opened round 2 of the Basketball Champions League Asia with a 94-79 spanking of NS Matrix on Tuesday at the Britama Arena in Jakarta.The sweet-shooting Gilas naturalized player had an all-around effort of 11 points, eight rebounds, four assists and a steal in a turnover-free game. The 6-foot-4 Brownlee has...

2024-04-24T02:57:15Z

Revisionist history: 3 awful trades the Cardinals wish they could take back

The Cardinals have gone from being one of baseball's most respected organizations to a laughingstock. These three trades played a key role in their downfall.

2024-04-24T16:47:26Z

What went wrong with Jordan Walker? Four things to know about struggling Cardinals hitter who just got demoted

The 21-year-old former top prospect has been sent back to Memphis after an awful start to 2024

2024-04-24T18:16:37Z

Colts face difficult contract decision with former first-round pick

The Indianapolis Colts face a difficult contract decision with former first-round pick Kwity Paye.

2024-04-24T14:41:07Z

Man Utd: Wilcox tells Ten Hag that a change ‘will be made’ unless he alters one thing

New Man Utd technical director Jason Wilcox has told Erik ten Hag to change to a possession-based style of football, according to reports.

2024-04-24T14:45:29Z

Insider issues warning to NBA about Luka Doncic, Mavericks

Luka Doncic is among the best players in the world, but if he can become a consistent defensive threat, Dallas' championship chances get much stronger.

2024-04-24T14:00:35Z

LIV Golf Adelaide: Greg Norman addresses Rory McIlroy rumors with cryptic comments

Norman shed some light on the McIlroy to LIV Golf rumors ahead of Adelaide tournament in Australia.

2024-04-24T18:22:26Z

Chelsea points deduction: Relegation dogfight beckons as expert predicts huge penalty over PSR rule break

Boehly has overseen another difficult season at Stamford Bridge and his troubles could be about to escalate amid claims of a mammoth points deduction

2024-04-24T09:15:45Z

Streaking NU gets first crack at UAAP playoff protection

A straight sets loser in its opening day match, bamboozled by the defending champions late in the first round. And yet, it is National University (NU) which has the chance to grab the first twice-to-beat slot in the Final Four of the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament, with the two squads that dealt the Lady Bulldogs sound beatings before left in a virtual elimination match later in the week. The Lady Bulldogs have not tasted defeat...

2024-04-23T20:13:35Z

A 20-year LeBron James NBA Playoffs streak is over

James finds himself in an unfamiliar position after Monday's devastating loss to the Nuggets in Game 2 of their playoff series.

2024-04-23T12:26:21Z

Cardinals early-season embarrassment could hit a new low on Wednesday

The St. Louis Cardinals early-season slump could get even worse on Wednesday.

2024-04-24T14:16:59Z

‘No way is this real’ – Red Bull garage image emerges with new use for Chinese GP trophies

A great show of creativity, or sign that the winning feeling has become all too common for Red Bull?

2024-04-24T15:22:25Z

How Much Money PGA Tour Will Pay Tiger Woods For Not Joining LIV Golf

After raising $3 billion in fundraising, the PGA Tour reportedly plans to reinvest the money into its top players — including Tiger Woods. According to Joe Pompliano (via golf correspondent James Corrigan), the Tour will begin issuing equity payouts to some of its biggest names. With the top ...

2024-04-24T15:33:36Z

NCAA volleyball: Mapua, Perpetual gain share of fourth

MANILA, Philippines—The Final Four race in the NCAA Season 99 women’s volleyball tournament intensified with Mapua and Perpetual Help tallying wins to create a logjam for the last semifinal slot on Tuesday. The Lady Altas squeaked by San Beda, 20-25, 25-13, 22-25, 25-17, 15-6, at San Juan Arena. Shaila Omipon powered Perpetual Help with 26 big points while Mary Rhose Dapol and Winnie Bedana scored 17 and 16 points, respectively to give the Lady...

2024-04-23T11:27:16Z

Sir Jim Ratcliffe ‘vehemently against’ wage ‘anchoring’ that could hamper Man Utd transfer plans

Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is reportedly 'vehemently against' a proposal that would see wages 'anchored' to the team that finishes bottom of the Premier League.

2024-04-24T18:47:55Z

4 bold predictions for Colts ahead of 2024 NFL draft

Here are four bold predictions for the Indianapolis Colts ahead of the 2024 NFL draft.

2024-04-24T18:56:52Z

Devin Booker issues defiant reminder after Suns loss

The Suns trail the Timberwolves by two games in their first-round playoff series.

2024-04-24T15:15:34Z

Rams have been making calls to trade up in 2024 NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Rams have been named as one of the teams calling to move up in the 2024 NFL Draft

2024-04-24T15:26:10Z

Mookie Betts had an extremely classy response after noticing that Lane Thomas got hurt on a stolen base

While Shohei Ohtani's blistering 450-foot home run was the obvious highlight from the Dodgers' 4-1 win over the Nationals, Mookie Betts showed what sportsmanship was all about on Tuesday. During the fifth inning, the Nationals' Lane Thomas stole second safely on an…

2024-04-24T16:51:49Z

Vikings rumored to stay at picks 11 and 23 in NFL Draft

The Minnesota Vikings are rumored to stay at picks 11 and 23 in the 2024 NFL Draft. Is that the right move?

2024-04-24T17:41:30Z

TNT Tropang Giga climb out of 23-point hole to deny Phoenix

Great comeback for Tropang Giga

2024-04-24T14:18:06Z

NFL Draft best bets: Who will draft QB Michael Penix Jr.?

The 2024 NFL Draft begins Thursday, and football fans should be starting to get excited for their team to drastically improve in the next few days. That said, only one will come out with Washington star QB Michael Penix Jr. Below, we analyze

2024-04-24T18:55:52Z

Proposed Mets catcher Band-Aid in free agency isn't enough to get excited about

A proposed free agent signing of Jorge Alfaro doesn't offer the New York Mets enough of an upgrade to bother making.

2024-04-24T12:05:33Z

How long is William Nylander out? Injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Leafs star's mysterious ailment

How long will the Maple Leafs be without the services of William Nylander? Here's the latest on his mysterious injury.

2024-04-22T20:19:33Z

MLB announcers continue to troll umpires

Monday saw Yankees skipper Aaron Boone get ejected in the first inning of an opening series against the Oakland A’s after home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt thought chatter from unhappy fans was coming from New York’s dugout. The umpire critiques went coast-to-coast. After the Yankees’ announcers had their say on Tuesday, Mets broadcasters Gary Cohen and Duane Kuiper joined the chorus with playful jabs at Wendelstedt’s incident with Boone on...

2024-04-24T19:07:37Z

Red Sox lose top starter to 15-day IL

Brayan Bello is dealing with right lat tightness.

2024-04-24T19:11:43Z

Amon-Ra St. Brown extension assures Justin Jefferson will break the bank

With the Detroit Lions extending wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown on Wednesday, it assures that Justin Jefferson will get a massive extension.

2024-04-24T16:26:22Z

‘How can you justify this?’ – more questions asked about ‘strange’ Lance Stroll penalty in China

"What do you mean it is Ricciardo's fault?"

2024-04-24T16:27:52Z