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NFL Draft analysts rave about Vikings selection of J.J. McCarthy

NFL and NFL Draft analysts break down and grade the selection of Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy at 10th overall in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Angels once more set to be without veteran infielder for extended stretch

Los Angeles Angels third baseman Anthony Rendon is dealing with a hamstring injury which could require a lengthier absence.

NFL Announces Ruling On Players Wearing 'Guardian Caps' During Games

The NFL has approved the use of "guardian caps" for this season. The league announced it on Friday. "To reduce player risk and continue driving innovations in equipment technology, Guardian Caps have been authorized for in-game use this season," the statement read. NFL players were wearing ...

Patriots Mourn The Death Of Former Offensive Lineman At 28

The New England Patriots are mourning after the death of a former offensive lineman on Thursday. Korey Cunningham, who played in New England for two seasons, was found dead in his home on Thursday in New Jersey. The former lineman, who last appeared with the New York Giants, was only 28 years ...

Eala misses rare chance to face Swiatek

MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala missed out on a potential dream duel against world No. 1 Iga Swiatek after falling short against Sorana Cirstea of Romania, 3-6, 7-6(6), 4-6, in the second round of the Madrid Open late Thursday night in Spain. Riding on the crest of her biggest win in a budding career thus far, Eala stood her ground against another fancied bet but could not sustain the momentum en route to a tough three-set defeat in the Round of...

Biggest first-round snubs of the 2024 NFL Draft

Here are five players who probably should have gone in Round 1 but didn’t.

Forever young: The best sports for people over 70 years old

DLSU, UST dispute Final Four bonus

MANILA, Philippines — Titleholder La Salle and dark horse Santo Tomas dispute the last twice-to-beat bonus in the Final Four when they collide in a highly-anticipated duel to cap off the wild elimination round of the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament today at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum. Action sizzles at 4 p.m. with the winner securing the other win-once bonus after the red-hot National U rose all the way from No. 3 with a...

NFL Draft 2024 rumors: After Michael Penix Jr. pick, Falcons tried to trade back into Round 1 for this player

Atlanta ultimately only took a quarterback on Day 1

Caleb Williams broke record that Caitlin Clark held for 12 days

Chicago Bears fans are showing their love for new QB Caleb Williams via their wallets.

NBA: Magic hand Cavaliers worst playoff loss to cut deficit to 2-1

ORLANDO, FLORIDA— After never even having a lead in Cleveland, the Orlando Magic came back with the biggest postseason victory ever over the Cavaliers. Paolo Banchero had 31 points and 14 rebounds, Jalen Suggs added 24 points and the Magic rolled to a 121-83 rout on Thursday night, cutting the Cavaliers’ lead to 2-1 in their NBA Eastern Conference playoffs first-round series. Franz Wagner finished with 16 points and eight assists for the Magic,...

New England Patriots announce quarterback plans

The New England Patriots brought in veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett this offseason and then selected former North Carolina star Drake Maye with the No. 3 overall pick in the NFL Draft, setting up an offseason quarterback battle between the veteran and the rookie. And it sounds like the team is open to allowing the two players to compete for the starting role. After the draft on Thursday evening, New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo...

Charles Barkley Called Out 'Fools' At ESPN After Lakers' Loss

Last night the Los Angeles Lakers blew yet another double-digit lead to the Denver Nuggets and stand on the precipice of playoff elimination - likely via a sweep. For Charles Barkley, it's now high-time to start rubbing it in the faces of ESPN's talking heads. After last night's game, Barkley ...

Brandon Aiyuk sent four-word text to 49ers GM, HC following first-round draft pick

Few NFL stars have been involved in as many trade rumors in recent weeks as Brandon Aiyuk has.

Patriots NFL Draft grade: Ja'Lynn Polk, WR, Washington 37th overall

After a trade down the New England Patriots added a weapon to try and help out their new franchise quarterback with the selection of Washington receiver Ja'Lynn Polk with the 37th overall pick. Polk projects as an immediate starter in a receiver room that ranks among the…

Orioles pull the plug on Jackson Holliday project after poor major league start

The Orioles already pulled the plug on the Jackson Holliday project after his rocky start.

Take a look inside the Patriots war room as they drafted QB Drake Maye

Everyone got a chance to speak to the new QB from the head coach to the de facto GM to the owner.

ESPN analyst slams controversial draft pick

Prior to becoming one of ESPN’s top NFL voices, Mina Kimes was a business reporter. Yet despite excelling in both fields, she may have truly missed her calling as a lawyer. That much was evident on Friday, as the NFL Live analyst appeared on First Take to discuss the Atlanta Falcons’ shocking selection of quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 overall pick in the NFL Draft on Thursday night. After Dan Orlovsky repeated his surprising (but...

Report: Matthew Stafford wants contract adjustment from Rams

The 36-year-old quarterback is coming off a bounce-back season where he led the Rams back to the playoffs.

Kirk Cousins not happy with Atlanta Falcons

Kirk Cousins has only been an official member of the Atlanta Falcons for a few weeks, but it sounds like he’s already pretty frustrated and unhappy with the team. After signing Kirk Cousins to a four-year contract just last month, the Atlanta Falcons decided to select rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 overall pick in the NFL Draft on Thursday night. And it sounds like Cousins was not happy with the move. Cousins’ agent, Mike...

NBA: Nuggets on the brink of sweeping Lakers with Game 3 win

LOS ANGELES— With one championship ring and a tenacious veteran core, the Denver Nuggets are a daunting matchup for any opponent in the NBA. They’re clearly a particular nightmare for LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers, who are one game away from an early summer after Denver stretched its winning streak in this rivalry to a whopping 11 games. Aaron Gordon had a playoff career-high 29 points and 15 rebounds, Nikola Jokic added 24 points, 15...

Arsenal top of league as Mikel Arteta preps for key Tottenham clash

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta speaks at a press conference ahead of his side's Premier League match against Tottenham. The Gunners go into the game top of the league having played a game more than title favourites Manchester City.

Surging Petro Gazz seeks top spot

MANILA, Philippines — Are the Petro Gazz Angels ripe for a breakthrough PVL All-Filipino Conference title? It appears so as Petro Gazz, already in the semis and peaking at the right time, try to pick up another win at the expense of Nxled today in the last elimination-round playdate at the PhilSports Arena. Assured of a semifinal seat with an 8-2 mark, the Angels shoot for their fifth win in a row and ninth overall that would give them the top...

First running back drafted: Where Jonathon Brooks ranks among latest first RBs taken in NFL Draft history

The first round of the 2024 NFL Draft was all about offense, but running backs were unsurprisingly left out of the madness until the second round.

Can the Oklahoma City Thunder actually win the 2024 NBA title?

Broncos HC Sean Payton attempts to troll Vikings during NFL Draft

During the NFL Draft, Denver Broncos head coach attempted to troll the Minnesota Vikings by attempting to trade up.

Atlanta Falcons have two "biggest reaches" according to consensus big boards

According to consensus big boards, the Atlanta Falcons have the two biggest reaches in the 2024 NFL Draft

Rome Odunze was stunned to learn the Bears' all-time receiving yard record (and is ready to break it)

On paper, Rome Odunze is likely the most talented receiver prospect the Chicago Bears have ever had the pleasure of drafting. Odunze is so good, in fact, that he was previously (blissfully?) unaware of Chicago's all-time re

PVL: Aby Maraño determined to give back to ‘very committed’ Chery Tiggo

MANILA, Philippines — In her first stint with Chery Tiggo, Aby Maraño is beyond grateful to return to the PVL semifinals with “very talented and passionate” teammates. Although Crossovers were pushed to their limits by the gritty Galeries Tower, they pulled off a 26-24, 23-25, 19-25, 25-12, 15-9 win in the 2024 All-Filipino Conference on Thursday at Philsports Arena to book their second straight trip to the semifinals. Making this semifinals...

Stupid WBC ruling

THE World Boxing Council (WBC) wants boxing fans to believe that American Devin Haney is still its super lightweight or junior welterweight (140 pounds) champion despite absorbing a 12-round beating from Ryan Garcia. Haney kissed his unbeaten record goodbye after Garcia was awarded a majority decision in their recent showdown. Garcia knocked down Haney three times in the fight and was the clear winner. Garcia, though, was not awarded Haney's WBC...

12 years late: How Hulkenberg is finally getting his shot at a ‘big’ F1 team

OPINION: Formula 1’s 2025 driver market has twisted again with the news that Nico Hulkenberg will swap Haas for Audi next year. That has implications for both established drivers and a pair looking to break through from Formula 2, but also rights a wrong for Hulkenberg. Here’s how

Bill Belichick Doesn't Hold Back Thoughts About Quarterback J.J. McCarthy

Bill Belichick isn't a head coach - for now, at least - but he still knows how to evaluate talent. The longtime Patriots coach took in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday night, and he gave his thoughts on new Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy. McCarthy, the former ...

Notable People who died in 2024

Hamilton: Norris would have been better off conceding in Turn 1

Lewis Hamilton thinks Lando Norris would have been better off conceding position in their Turn 1 battle in Formula 1’s China sprint, as he had the pace to overtake later.

Scientific expert: 'Trans women are not biological men'

Over the past couple of years, a fierce debate has erupted regarding whether or not transgender women should be allowed to compete in women’s sports. Critics of transgender athletes often label transgender women “biological men” as part of their arguments, but one expert has concluded that there is a clear difference between a trans woman and a biological man. According to a report from the New York Times, a new study financed by the...

Former Iowa offensive coordinator lands new college job

Much-maligned former Iowa offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz has landed a new job in college football.

View Of Tornado From Nebraska Cornhuskers Football Stadium Is Wild

It appears the tornado in Nebraska has made its way over to Memorial Stadium. On Friday afternoon, Anthony Galvan of Hudl shared a video of the tornado touching down just north of Memorial Stadium. In just one hour, Galvan's video received over 140,000 views. "Seeing a tornado this ...

Leicester promoted to Premier League after Leeds lose

Leicester City are promoted back to the Premier League after Leeds United are beaten at QPR.

The Falcons nonsensical explanation for drafting Michael Penix Jr. isn't helping

The Atlanta Falcons are a hot mess after drafting Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8 overall despite having Kirk Cousins on the roster. Their explanation for drafting Penix doesn't make much sense

Jim Harbaugh had a spot-on response to the Chargers drafting Joe Alt

While we saw quite a few surprises during the first round of the 2024 NFL draft on Thursday night, the first five picks largely played out as we expected. The Los Angeles Chargers rounded out those selections by taking Notre Dame offensive tackle Joe Alt fifth…

San Miguel wary of Magnolia threat, says Gallent

Commissioner's Cup finalists meet again

Instant analysis of Chargers drafting Ladd McConkey

The Los Angeles Chargers have drafted a wide receiver, which they desperately needed.

Sean Payton explains why Broncos didn't trade back, Raiders factored in

The Denver Broncos did not trade back in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday night, as many had speculated they should. Head coach Sean Payton explains that decision.

Bill Belichick wows in television debut

The Patriots’ pick is in… and Bill Belichick doesn’t like it! In a surreal moment for anybody who watched the dour head coach snort into microphones for 24 years, Belichick sat behind the analyst’s desk Thursday for the NFL Draft. Dressed in a midnight blue sports coat and sharp pink tie (with a pink pocket square to match), the 8-time Super Bowl champ looked comically out of place next to Pat McAfee’s crew. Something we may get used to with...

Chris Newsome allays fears of a serious injury, vows to play on Sunday

Newsome doesn't see himself sitting out Meralco's game vs Magnolia on Sunday

Marquez says Ducati MotoGP bike adaptation “is finished”

Marc Marquez says that his adaptation to the Ducati MotoGP bike has now “finished” and he can now “work on the small details”.

Hontiveros, Gatchalian urge DILG to suspend Bamban mayor

Senators urge the suspension of Bambam Mayor Alice Guo due to alleged links to raided POGO Zun Yuan Technology Inc. Its premises at the Baofu Compound in Bamban, Tarlac were raided last month. Full story: https://www.rappler.com/nation/luzon/hontiveros-gatchalian-urge-dilg-suspend-bamban-tarlac-mayor-guo/

Former Giants OL Korey Cunningham dies at 28

Former New York Giants offensive lineman Korey Cunningham has died.

Meralco stars at odds on NBA prediction: Lakers comeback vs Nuggets in 5

MANILA, Philippines—The NBA Playoffs, particularly the first-round series between Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets, are bringing basketball fans around the world into a frenzy, including PBA players Chris Newsome and Aaron Black. But just because both swingmen share a bond inside the Meralco Bolts’ locker room, doesn’t mean in the same boat. For one, Black jokingly seemed ticked off after Meralco’s crucial 82-76 win over Phoenix in the PBA...

Ex-Liverpool wonderkid without club at 28 after being released by non-league side

Jordon Ibe returned to football back in October with National League outfit Ebbsfleet, but will now leave the club after being restricted to just one first-team appearance