News Muncher - category touchdowns

11 hours, 51 minutes ago

Tyreek Hill says drops against 49ers were a result of lack of practice reps with Tua Tagovailoa

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — Tyreek Hill has not shied away from accountability during one of the least productive seasons of his nine-year career. After a poor performance in Miami’s 29-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, Hill was candid about the reason for a puzzling decline in his connection with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa this season. “I completely blame …

Game Miami Hill Yards Season Nfl Tagovailoa

15 hours, 28 minutes ago

Lock’s return as Giants’ QB includes 2 pick-6s in franchise-record 10th straight loss

Associated Press

ATLANTA — Drew Lock’s performance in his return as the Giants’ starting quarterback was not a convincing argument for keeping the job. Quite often, Daboll’s postgame replies included: “We were not good enough.” Making his third start in his first game back after missing one week with a heel injury, Lock completed 22 of 39 passes for 210 yards. Another …

Game Atlanta Giants Nfl Falcons Lock Touchdown Pass

The Times’ 2024 All-Star high school football team

LA Times

Record-setting receiver Shane Rosenthal of Newbury Park is lifted up by teammate Joel Gonzalez. A look at the Los Angeles Times’ 24-player All-Star high school football team for the 2024 season: OFFENSE Quarterback: Brady Smigiel, Newbury Park, 6-5, 190, Jr. — The Florida State commit passed for 3,591 yards and 49 touchdowns with three interceptions while leading the Panthers to …

Team Oregon State Yards High School Newbury Park Mission Viejo

1 day, 18 hours ago

Former Oregon football signee Dallas Wilson visits Florida and gets full-court recruiting press

Associated Press

Fla. — Former Oregon signee Dallas Wilson, a five-star receiver from Tampa, is getting the full-court press from Florida. A day after Wilson watched the Gators beat Tulane in the Gasparilla Bowl in Tampa, he made an official visit to Gainesville and was given a front-row seat to Florida’s basketball game against North Florida. The 6-foot-3 Wilson, who caught 41 …

Florida Oregon Tampa Wilson Gators Gainesville

1 day, 23 hours ago

Today in Sports - Messi scores 644th goal for Barcelona, breaks Pele’s record most goals with 1 club

Associated Press

Dec. 22 1894 — The United States Golf Association is founded, becoming the governing body for the game in the country. 1974 — Boston’s Phil Esposito scores two goals, including his 500th goal, to lead the Bruins to a 5-4 win over the Detroit Red Wings at Boston Garden. 1996 — Brett Hull becomes the 24th player in NHL history …

Goals Goal Nhl Nfl Win Idaho Passes

2 days, 14 hours ago

Texas beats Clemson, will face Arizona State in playoff quarterfinals

LA Times

Texas running back Jaydon Blue runs ahead of Clemson safety Khalil Barnes to score on a 38-yard run during the Longhorns’ 38-24 win in the first round of the College Football Playoff on Saturday. Jaydon Blue ran 146 yards and two touchdowns, the last a 77-yard burst in the fourth quarter, and Texas beat Clemson 38-24 on Saturday in the …

Texas Quarter Tigers Touchdown Clemson Klubnik

2 days, 14 hours ago

Ohio State routs Tennessee to complete CFP home-team sweep: Will Howard, Buckeyes D dominate

New York Times

By Cameron Teague Robinson, David Ubben, Scott Dochterman and Christopher Kamrani No. The Athletic’s analysis: Will Howard comes alive when Ohio State needed it most Ohio State knew it couldn’t go a second straight game running right at a stout defensive line, so offensive coordinator Chip Kelly and head coach Ryan Day decided to put the ball in Howard’s hands …

Game Ohio Oregon State Second Yards Season

2 days, 19 hours ago

Halftime speech by Derwin James could be key to a late-season push by the Chargers

Associated Press

If the Los Angeles Chargers are able to put together a late-season run and advance far in the playoffs, a big reason will be what Derwin James Jr. did at halftime Thursday night. It’s time for us to play our best ball in December, January.’ I feel like we did that today.” The Chargers got contributions from all three phases …

Play Los Angeles Los Angeles Second Yards Nfl

3 days, 8 hours ago

Broncos start strong, but blow a late lead and fail to clinch a playoff berth in a tough defeat

Associated Press

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — The Denver Broncos had an 11-point lead midway through the third quarter Thursday night as they closed in on a win that would punch their team’s tickets back to the playoffs after an eight-year absence. But we’ve just got to learn from it and come back next week stronger and focus on getting our 10th win.” The …

Los Angeles Yards Nfl Broncos Denver Second Half Tough Defeat

3 days, 10 hours ago

Justin Herbert passes for 2 touchdowns, Chargers score on free kick and rally past Broncos 34-27

Associated Press

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Trailing 21-13 at halftime Thursday night against the Denver Broncos, some wondered if the Los Angeles Chargers had any resolve left after going through their worst four-quarter stretch of the season. They went back to work and stayed the course.” The Chargers’ comeback also included Cameron Dicker making the first successful fair-catch kick in the NFL in …

Team Play Los Angeles Second Yards Nfl Half

3 days, 13 hours ago

Seahawks hope to increase playoff odds when they face Vikings

Associated Press

RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks have no choice but to move forward. “They have really good players, a really good scheme, and they’re well-coached,” Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said. “It’s going to be a grind because these are really good football teams we’re going to play, whether it’s two on the road or hosting Green Bay here,” coach Kevin …

Game Green Green Bay Bay Nfl Seattle Seahawks

1 week, 1 day ago

NFL great Randy Moss says he had surgery to remove bile duct cancer

ABC

American Football Hall of Famer Randy Moss has said he is recovering from a cancer surgery and will undergo radiation and chemotherapy. "I didn't think I would ever be in a position like this, as healthy as I thought I was," Moss said. "Yes, it's going to be a tough road with some chemo and radiation, but like I said, …

Cancer Nfl Moss

1 week, 2 days ago

Palos Verdes wins Division 2-A state football title in a rout

LA Times

Palos Verdes quarterback Ryan Rakowski eludes Twelve Bridges cornerback Dylan Amos in the first half of the Division 2-A state bowl game on Saturday at Saddleback College. He threw for 228 yards and four touchdowns as Palos Verdes raced to a 27-point lead on its way to a 55-19 victory over Lincoln Twelve Bridges in the CIF Division 2-A state …

Championship State Yards Division Eric Sondheimer Cif Palmdale

1 week, 3 days ago

Josh Allen is the greatest football player on earth right now

CNN

CNN — The Buffalo Bills arguably won their biggest game of the year by defeating the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Statistics that try to do this – such as ESPN’s QBR or expected points added – rank Allen as number one. Justin Casterline/Getty Images Allen celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs on November 17 …

New York Yards Nfl Run Jackson Rushing Allen

1 week, 3 days ago

Prep talk: David Sandy of L.A. Jordan is a community hero in Watts

LA Times

When it comes to saluting a teenager who made a difference in his community, that honor goes to senior running back David Sandy of L.A. Jordan. As a junior, when Sandy led Jordan to the City Section Division II championship, he ran for 2,904 yards and 39 touchdowns, passed for 343 yards and three touchdowns, caught seven passes for one …

Touchdown Jordan Sandy David Sandy

1 week, 3 days ago

Alijah Royster’s heroics aren’t enough to lift Oxnard Pacifica to state division title

LA Times

Alijah Royster of Oxnard Pacifica celebrates in front of the crowd after scoring his third touchdown in a 35-28 loss to Sacramento Grant in the state Division 2-AA bowl at Saddleback College on Friday night. Pacifica has tied Grant 28-28 pic.twitter.com/IOZNVTxQfc — eric sondheimer December 14, 2024 Royster rallied the Tritons from a 21-point halftime deficit to tie Sacramento Grant …

Pass Touchdown Duran Sacramento Grant Eric Sondheimer Sondheimer

1 week, 3 days ago

Vikings’ passing attack is as potent as ever with Addison’s surge as Bears prepare for a rematch

Associated Press

MINNEAPOLIS — When the Chicago Bears were busy keeping Justin Jefferson quiet last month, the Minnesota Vikings put Jordan Addison to work. “We always say that we’re the best duo in the entire league,” Jefferson said after he and his sidekick reached a new height in the rich history of Vikings receivers last week in a 42-21 victory over Atlanta …

Game Play Ball Yards Jefferson Nfl Justin

Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

LA Times

The Rams have won two games in a row, are over.500 for the first time this season and, with three games against NFC West teams remaining, a playoff berth is within their sights. Two weeks ago, the injury-riddled San Francisco 49ers appeared as if they might be the Rams’ most favorable division matchup. Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford passed for 320 …

Rams

1 week, 4 days ago

Tulane QB Mensah transfers to Duke; Mississippi State’s Van Buren, Cal’s Mendoza enter portal

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Former Tulane quarterback Darian Mensah has already found a new program in Duke, while Mississippi State’s Michael Van Buren Jr., Wisconsin’s Braedyn Locke and Cal’s Fernando Mendoza are exploring changes of their own in the transfer portal. The Blue Devils will face Mississippi in the Gator …

Duke Mendoza Mississippi Bulldogs Locke Football Poll Van Buren

1 week, 4 days ago

Today in Sports - The Golden State Warriors’ NBA-record start ends at 24 wins

Associated Press

Dec. 12 1937 — Rookie Sammy Baugh throws second-half touchdown passes of 55, 78 and 33 yards to overcome a 14-7 Chicago lead and give the Washington Redskins a 28-21 victory over the Chicago Bears for the NFL championship. 1953 — Maurice Richard of the Montreal Canadiens becomes the NHL’s all-time leading scorer with a goal and two assists in …

Lead Nfl Touchdown Nba Reynolds 24 Win

1 week, 5 days ago

Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase stay hot as the Bengals finally break through to end a 3-game skid

Associated Press

CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati Bengals finally managed to win a close game. “It’s an opportunity for the world to see and we’re going to keep fighting,” Taylor said of getting the win on Monday Night Football. “So when the Bengals walk on the field, you’re going to get our best shot.” What’s working The AP Top 25 college football poll …

Yards Bengals Nfl Cowboys Win Taylor Burrow

1 week, 6 days ago

Rams’ Matthew Stafford takes aim at a fifth game without an interception

LA Times

Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has not had a pass intercepted in four games. “Just trying to keep our team in it as best I can, be as disciplined as I can while still being aggressive and giving our guys opportunities to make plays,” Stafford said Tuesday of his recent efficiency, “because they’re doing a great job of that for me …

Games Game Victory Matthew Stafford This Season Touchdowns 49Ers

1 week, 6 days ago

Dillon Gabriel, Travis Hunter, Ashton Jeanty, Cam Ward are named Heisman finalists

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Oregon’s Dillon Gabriel, Colorado’s Travis Hunter, Boise State’s Ashton Jeanty and Miami’s Cam Ward were announced as the Heisman Trophy finalists on Monday night. AP AUDIO: Dillon Gabriel, Travis Hunter, Ashton Jeanty, Cam Ward are named Heisman finalists The list for college football’s most prestigious honor …

Miami College Oregon Heisman Big Jeanty Gabriel

1 week, 6 days ago

College football transfer portal opens as Oklahoma’s Arnold, other top players look for a move

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! The college football transfer portal opened on Monday, a day after the inaugural 12-team College Football Playoff field was released. Oklahoma quarterback Jackson Arnold, Texas State running back Ismail Mahdi, Miami wide receiver Reggie Virgil and Georgia Tech wide receiver Eric Singleton Jr. were among the …

Football Transfer College Oklahoma Ohio State Yards

Filters

Articles for Touchdowns

Tyreek Hill says drops against 49ers were a result of lack of practice reps with Tua Tagovailoa

Lock’s return as Giants’ QB includes 2 pick-6s in franchise-record 10th straight loss

The Times’ 2024 All-Star high school football team

Former Oregon football signee Dallas Wilson visits Florida and gets full-court recruiting press

Today in Sports - Messi scores 644th goal for Barcelona, breaks Pele’s record most goals with 1 club

Texas beats Clemson, will face Arizona State in playoff quarterfinals

Ohio State routs Tennessee to complete CFP home-team sweep: Will Howard, Buckeyes D dominate

Halftime speech by Derwin James could be key to a late-season push by the Chargers

Broncos start strong, but blow a late lead and fail to clinch a playoff berth in a tough defeat

Justin Herbert passes for 2 touchdowns, Chargers score on free kick and rally past Broncos 34-27

Seahawks hope to increase playoff odds when they face Vikings

NFL great Randy Moss says he had surgery to remove bile duct cancer

Palos Verdes wins Division 2-A state football title in a rout

Josh Allen is the greatest football player on earth right now

Prep talk: David Sandy of L.A. Jordan is a community hero in Watts

Alijah Royster’s heroics aren’t enough to lift Oxnard Pacifica to state division title

Vikings’ passing attack is as potent as ever with Addison’s surge as Bears prepare for a rematch

Rams vs. San Francisco 49ers: How to watch, prediction and betting odds

Tulane QB Mensah transfers to Duke; Mississippi State’s Van Buren, Cal’s Mendoza enter portal

Today in Sports - The Golden State Warriors’ NBA-record start ends at 24 wins

Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase stay hot as the Bengals finally break through to end a 3-game skid

Rams’ Matthew Stafford takes aim at a fifth game without an interception

Dillon Gabriel, Travis Hunter, Ashton Jeanty, Cam Ward are named Heisman finalists

College football transfer portal opens as Oklahoma’s Arnold, other top players look for a move