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MLB commissioner Rob Manfred hinted Saturday that a significant rule change that was meant to be temporary may become permanent going forward. In an interview with Christopher Russo of Mad Dog Radio, Manfred suggested that the so-called extra innings …
With the NFL trade deadline looming on Nov. 1, a number of teams are looking for upgrades, particularly at the wide receiver position. One name that has apparently been attracting a lot of attention is Houston Texans wide receiver Brandin Cooks. The …
One rookie quarterback is set to make his starting debut in Week 8, his team announced Saturday. The Tennessee Titans will start rookie Malik Willis on Sunday against the Houston Texans, as starter Ryan Tannehill is ill. Tannehill missed …
Houston Astros catcher Martin Maldonado might have some good luck on his side when the World Series opens Friday. Maldonado received a shipment of a half-dozen bats from former teammate Albert Pujols, according to ESPN’s Buster Olney. Maldonado …
Miami coach Mario Cristobal sent a firm message after his biggest recruiting win since taking the job. The Hurricanes pulled off a shocker by landing five-star cornerback Cormani McClain, who announced his commitment Thursday. McClain had been widely …
Legendary ex-Georgia coach Vince Dooley died Friday at the age of 90. The school announced that Dooley, also the school’s former athletic director, died peacefully Friday with his wife and their four children at his side. Very sad news: Vince …
Lee Corso will miss “College GameDay” this week, marking his third absence in 2022, prompting concern for viewers. ESPN announced Friday that the 87-year-old Corso would not travel to Jackson for Saturday’s broadcast, citing a …
The Cincinnati Bengals will face the Cleveland Browns on Monday without Ja’Marr Chase in the lineup. This is probably a good thing from the Browns’ perspective, but at least one of their players does not see it that way. Browns cornerback …
The shortstop position will be the subject of a lot of intrigue again this offseason across MLB, and Carlos Correa will be at the center of it. The Minnesota Twins star could change teams, but one destination might come as a big surprise. The Los …
Hugh Freeze signed a new contract with Liberty that will make him one of the highest-paid coaches in the Group of 5. However, it does not necessarily guarantee a long-term stay. Freeze agreed to a new eight-year deal with Liberty which will pay him …
The Pittsburgh Steelers could be getting very good news about star defender T.J. Watt and his potential return from injury. Watt suffered a pectoral injury in Week 1 against the Cincinnati Bengals and has not played since. He returned to practice …
Tom Brady has already signed up to join FOX Sports when his playing career is over. However, executives apparently see an opening to get Brady on the air even before he officially retires. FOX wants Brady to take part in its Super Bowl LVII coverage …
Ben Simmons’ tenure with the Brooklyn Nets has gotten off to a rocky start, and some scouts apparently see some very concerning signs in his play so far. Simmons’ first four games of the season have been noted for a remarkable lack of …
Nathaniel Hackett has been widely criticized for the job he has done in his first season with the Denver Broncos. Now it has gotten bad enough that a Basketball Hall of Famer is publicly calling for his firing. Former Denver Nuggets coach George Karl …
The Minnesota Timberwolves have shown some promise to begin the new season after their major offseason overhaul. Rudy Gobert was the team’s big addition, and he seems to be loving one particular thing about his new teammate Karl-Anthony Towns. …
Houston Astros pitcher Justin Verlander may have opened some old wounds with a comment he made about his longevity on Thursday. Verlander is likely to win the AL Cy Young award despite being in his first season back from Tommy John surgery at the age …
