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Chiefs offense hitting its stride with return of wide receiver Marquise Brown from injury

— The Kansas City Chiefs have not been whole on offense all season, the byproduct of injuries to Marquise Brown on the very first game of the preseason and a season-ending injury to fellow wide receiver Rashee Rice at the end of September. We just have to keep stacking.” What’s working The Chiefs defense, which had turned opponents over just …

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1 day, 8 hours ago

Dylan Sampson’s hamstring injury leaves Tennessee’s offense struggling in CFP loss to Ohio State

Associated Press

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Tennessee reached the College Football Playoff for the first time in large part due to a rushing attack fueled by Dylan Sampson. Sampson — the SEC’s Offensive Player of the Year — spent most of Tennessee’s 42-17 first-round loss to Ohio State on the sideline due to a strained left hamstring. Sampson — who set school records …

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Russell Wilson’s miscues prove pivotal in Steelers loss: ‘I put that game on me’

New York Times

BALTIMORE — Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson saw the green grass in front of him, with the end zone within reach, and took off running. Tune in on FOX pic.twitter.com/zWEtx7xIQ9 — Baltimore Ravens December 21, 2024 During the Steelers’ 34-17 loss to the Ravens on Saturday, plays that can’t happen too often did. “We’ve all got to be on one …

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4 days, 14 hours ago

Saints’ Alvin Kamara unlikely to play, Spencer Rattler set to start vs. Packers

New York Times

The New Orleans Saints have taken another hit to their offense as running back Alvin Kamara is unlikely to play Monday in Week 16 against the Packers in Green Bay with a groin injury, interim coach Darren Rizzi said Thursday. Meanwhile, Rizzi said rookie Spencer Rattler once again will start at quarterback for the injured Derek Carr if Carr is …

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5 days, 3 hours ago

Famed Australian broadcaster denies 'baseless' sex offense charges

Raw Story

Famed Australian broadcaster and former Wallabies coach Alan Jones said Wednesday he is "certainly not guilty" of alleged historical sex crimes, after his first court appearance. Outside court Jones -- addressing the charges for the first time since his arrest -- said he was "certainly not guilty" and was "emphatic" he would defend "every charge". Jones said that prior to …

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SC raises alarm over rising drug abuse among youth

Hindustan Times

The Supreme Court on Monday termed drug abuse a generational threat that could “corrode the shine of the nation’s youth” and expressed concern over substance abuse being seen as a “cool” lifestyle marker. The verdict, which came while affirming a National Investigation Agency probe against Ankush Vipan Kapoor in a Pakistan-linked heroin smuggling case, also expanded NIA’s investigative scope. “The …

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1 week ago

QB Cooper Rush providing big lift to Cowboys offense

Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Cooper Rush and the Dallas offense seem to be rounding into form, although it is almost certainly a matter of too little, too late for the Cowboys playoff hopes. The 31-year-old Rush threw a career-high three touchdown passes on Sunday and Rico Dowdle bested his career high in rushing for the third straight week as the Cowboys …

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Colorado Two-Way Star Travis Hunter Wins Heisman Trophy As College Football's Top Player

Huff Post

Colorado’s Travis Hunter holds the trophy after winning the Heisman Trophy as the outstanding player in college football, Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, in New York. via Associated Press NEW YORK — Travis Hunter turned every play into prime time — on both sides of the ball — and ultimately took home the Heisman Trophy. “I always say I’m going to …

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1 week, 1 day ago

There might be no limits for Skyy Clark and UCLA: Five takeaways from Arizona win

LA Times

For the season’s first month, Skyy Clark did things that pleased his coach and quietly helped win games. 24 UCLA’s 57-54 victory over Arizona at the Footprint Center, a fitting bookend to the junior guard’s best performance as a Bruin. “Skyy made a great play on the offensive rebound and smart enough to dribble it out,” UCLA coach Mick Cronin …

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1 week, 2 days ago

Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter wins the 2024 Heisman Trophy

LA Times

Two-way star Travis Hunter of Colorado won the Heisman Trophy on Saturday night, punctuating a tireless performance all season by a dynamic player with a unique combination of skills. “It’s crazy.” Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel came in third and Miami quarterback Cam Ward finished fourth in balloting for the 90th Heisman Trophy, presented annually since 1935 to the nation’s most …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Deebo Samuel’s key drop part of a bad night for the 49ers offense

Associated Press

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Deebo Samuel called for the ball more often this week on social media. When the ball came his way at a big spot in the game for San Francisco, Samuel ended up dropping it in a key play in a 12-6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday night that just about doomed the playoff …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Eagles stars Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown say relationship is ‘good’ after teammate suggests fissure

Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA — Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown’s troubles connecting on the field have yet to blow into a family feud inside the locker room — honest, both Philadelphia Eagles stars said. Brown, with 109 yards receiving combined the last two games, said his beef with the offense wasn’t directed at Hurts. “You guys get to see three hours every Sunday …

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1 week, 5 days ago

NFL Week 14 takeaways: Drama in Philadelphia? The ‘igniter’ leading Rams to playoffs?

CNN

CNN — Between one team booking their spot in the playoffs and others being eliminated from contention, the end of the regular season is beginning to take shape. Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images Sunday’s game showed that the Rams can hang with any explosive offense in the league, despite struggling to produce regularly throughout the season. Against the Bills, the Rams were …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Cal hires former Auburn, Boise State coach Bryan Harsin as offensive coordinator

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! BERKELEY, Calif. — California has hired former Auburn and Boise State head coach Bryan Harsin as its offensive coordinator. Coach Justin Wilcox announced Tuesday that Harsin would take over the offense and coach the quarterbacks as the Golden Bears seek more production. Wilcox and Harsin worked …

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1 week, 6 days ago

The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forward

Associated Press

EAGAN, Minn. — Sam Darnold pinballed around his collapsed pocket to dodge a sack on third-and-8, before slicing through a skinny opening to sprint right in search of more space as Justin Jefferson’s hand shot up downfield. With O’Connell directing the quarterback development program and calling the plays and Jefferson leading a dangerous and diverse group of pass-catchers, Darnold has …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Eagles receivers Smith and Brown complain about vanishing pass offense during winning streak

Associated Press

PHILADELPHIA — Let’s get the good news in Philadelphia out of the way first. Brown has four 100-yard games, well off last season’s run when he topped 100 yards in six straight games and seven times overall. The easy one, of course, is that the traditionally pass-happy Eagles have leaned on Barkley and his team-record 1,623 yards to steer the …

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

NFL Week 14 takeaways: A red flag for Bills defense? Should Falcons bench Cousins for Penix?

New York Times

Week 14’s Sunday action brought a continuation of a few recent trends: The Panthers pushed another contender to the limit, the Jets continued to falter late, and Kirk Cousins struggled badly. Nguyen: The Seahawks are playing much better and their defense has made some huge improvements since acquiring Ernest Jones, but it’s hard to argue that they’re better than the …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

FAU introduces Zach Kittley, and he promises to bring a high-octane offense to Boca Raton

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “And he’s been a difference-maker at every level.” Kittley was Texas Tech’s offensive coordinator for the last three seasons. The Red Raiders averaged 435 yards per game over the last three seasons under Kittley, 22nd best among all FBS teams. “I’m about to bring an exciting …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Packers are swept by rival Lions after defense can’t come up with a big play

Associated Press

DETROIT — The Green Bay Packers got an unexpected extra chance to stop the Detroit Lions’ offense on Thursday night. “That maybe surprised me a little bit, but that’s how Dan has been throughout his career,” Packers coach Matt LaFleur said. “Obviously, we’d love to see the defense get the stop at the end and give us the ball back …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Roman, Herbert try to get Chargers’ offense back on track going into game at Kansas City

Associated Press

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Greg Roman has faced his share of criticism in his first year as the Los Angeles Chargers’ offensive coordinator. With his unit struggling to reach the end zone over the past 2 1/2 games, Roman put the onus on himself to make sure there are improvements going into Sunday night’s game at AFC West nemesis Kansas …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Steelers QB Russell Wilson is spreading the wealth on offense

Associated Press

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington was minding his own business during practice recently, doing his due diligence while running his route when the ball suddenly came his way. Washington was on the back side all by his lonesome while a sea of wide receivers and running backs zig-zagged across quarterback Russell Wilson’s field of vision. “It’s like …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Chiefs offense benefitting from Travis Kelce’s new signature move: The lateral

New York Times

— A particular element of the Chiefs offense this season has led coach Andy Reid to smile and chuckle multiple times. “Yeah, man, right place, right time,” Kelce said on Wednesday’s episode of “New Heights,” the podcast he hosts with his brother, Jason. … This is just an instinct that I had and I’m lucky we were able to get …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Ladd McConkey is hurting, but Chargers’ offense would hurt more if he can’t face Chiefs

LA Times

Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey, who seems to have been suffering bruises all season, catches a touchdown pass behind the Chiefs’ Bryan Cook in Week 4. Ladd McConkey has not made a decision whether he will be available Sunday night against the Kansas City Chiefs as he manages knee and shoulder injuries, but the Chargers’ leading receiver is “going to do …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Lakers' offense is in deep water, as LeBron slump continues

China Daily

Donte DiVincenzo of the Minnesota Timberwolves dribbles the ball against LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers during an NBA game at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Monday. Particularly offensively, and it's not only James, the four-time NBA MVP, whose average of 22 points per game is his lowest since he was a rookie 21 years ago. Celtics keep …

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Chiefs offense hitting its stride with return of wide receiver Marquise Brown from injury

Dylan Sampson’s hamstring injury leaves Tennessee’s offense struggling in CFP loss to Ohio State

Russell Wilson’s miscues prove pivotal in Steelers loss: ‘I put that game on me’

Saints’ Alvin Kamara unlikely to play, Spencer Rattler set to start vs. Packers

Famed Australian broadcaster denies 'baseless' sex offense charges

SC raises alarm over rising drug abuse among youth

QB Cooper Rush providing big lift to Cowboys offense

Colorado Two-Way Star Travis Hunter Wins Heisman Trophy As College Football's Top Player

There might be no limits for Skyy Clark and UCLA: Five takeaways from Arizona win

Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter wins the 2024 Heisman Trophy

Deebo Samuel’s key drop part of a bad night for the 49ers offense

Eagles stars Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown say relationship is ‘good’ after teammate suggests fissure

NFL Week 14 takeaways: Drama in Philadelphia? The ‘igniter’ leading Rams to playoffs?

Cal hires former Auburn, Boise State coach Bryan Harsin as offensive coordinator

The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forward

Eagles receivers Smith and Brown complain about vanishing pass offense during winning streak

NFL Week 14 takeaways: A red flag for Bills defense? Should Falcons bench Cousins for Penix?

FAU introduces Zach Kittley, and he promises to bring a high-octane offense to Boca Raton

Packers are swept by rival Lions after defense can’t come up with a big play

Roman, Herbert try to get Chargers’ offense back on track going into game at Kansas City

Steelers QB Russell Wilson is spreading the wealth on offense

Chiefs offense benefitting from Travis Kelce’s new signature move: The lateral

Ladd McConkey is hurting, but Chargers’ offense would hurt more if he can’t face Chiefs

Lakers' offense is in deep water, as LeBron slump continues