NFL picks against the spread, Week 7: One upset amidst the chalk - SB Nation I'm back with my Week 7 NFL picks against the spread. It was not a pretty week of picks, so we're shaking things up. I thought I was pretty special coming into last week with my 5-0 performance in the LVH SuperContest. It got me back into the thick of things and gave me some confidence. Of course, confidence can lead to … [Read more...]
Donovan focused on Galaxy win, not his home finale
Donovan focused on Galaxy win, not his home finale CARSON, Calif. — Landon Donovan is trying to save his nostalgia for November — and hopefully December, too. The most accomplished player in MLS history figures he would be more reflective about his final regular-season home match with the LA Galaxy on Sunday if he wasn't returning to the field in a few weeks for the playoffs. MORE: Donovan left … [Read more...]
Oklahoma FB Aaron Ripkowski ejected for targeting on block (GIF)
Oklahoma FB Aaron Ripkowski ejected for targeting on block (GIF) Saturday's first targeting ejection came from an offensive player. Oklahoma FB Aaron Ripkowski was called for targeting against Kansas State DE Ryan Mueller when he delivered a block to Mueller's head by lowering the crown of his helmet. Targeting is not limited to defensive players. The rule states that "no player shall … [Read more...]
Effinex wins Belmont’s Empire Classic (The Associated Press)
Effinex wins Belmont's Empire Classic (The Associated Press) NEW YORK (AP) -- Effinex pulled a 17-1 upset in the $300,000 Empire Classic Handicap, the richest race on Belmont Park's Saturday program devoted to New York breds. … [Read more...]
Boozer wins California Flag ‘Cap at Santa Anita (The Associated Press)
Boozer wins California Flag 'Cap at Santa Anita (The Associated Press) ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) -- Boozer led all the way to win the $100,000 California Flag Handicap by 2 1/2 lengths Saturday at Santa Anita. … [Read more...]
One-Week Fantasy: FanDuel 2 Million Tournament
One-Week Fantasy: FanDuel 2 Million Tournament Saturday, October 18, 2014 Welcome to Week 7 of the National Football League Season, Fantasy Division. This week we have a big two million dollar tourney at FanDuel to shoot for. If you can get 17475th or higher, you win cash monies. Below is my entry this week. Take a look-see and good luck! Editor's Note: Rotoworld's partner FanDuel.com is … [Read more...]
KC tabs Shields for Game 2
KC tabs Shields for Game 2 Giants announce World Series rotationby Igor Mello | CBSSports.com (6:11 pm ET) Giants manager Bruce Bochy will maintain his current rotation for the World Series, which means Madison Bumgarner and Jake Peavy will start Games 1 and 2 in Kansas City, the San Francisco Chronicle reports Saturday. Tim Hudson and Ryan Vogelsong will pitch Games 3 and 4 at home. Bochy is … [Read more...]
NFL picks, Week 7: 49ers won’t beat the Broncos but will keep it close – CBSSports.com
NFL picks, Week 7: 49ers won't beat the Broncos but will keep it close - CBSSports.com The 49ers will have a difficult time beating the Broncos. (USATSI) Each week, we'll take the best -- and most clever -- odds collected by Bovada for the upcoming week and give our take. This is important stuff, perhaps the most important post you'll read all week. Because if you can't lose money while watching … [Read more...]
Florida State OL coach Rick Trickett to miss Notre Dame game for health reasons
Florida State OL coach Rick Trickett to miss Notre Dame game for health reasons Florida State offensive line coach Rick Trickett will not coach against Notre Dame Saturday night because of health reasons. "Florida State assistant head coach/offensive line coach Rick Trickett will not be at the game tonight because of a personal health issue, Florida State head coach Jimbo Fisher announced on … [Read more...]
Ferrer, Murray advance to Vienna final (Yahoo Sports)
Ferrer, Murray advance to Vienna final (Yahoo Sports) VIENNA (AP) -- David Ferrer came from a break down in the final set to defeat Philipp Kohlschreiber of Germany 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 (3) on Saturday and set up a final against Andy Murray at the Erste Bank Open. … [Read more...]