Report: Roger Goodell forced to testify at Ray Rice's hearing Roger Goodell is going to have to answer questions regarding the Ray Rice situation, and he is going to have to do it under oath. According to NBC Sports' Mike Florio and ESPN's Adam Schefter, the NFL commissioner has been ordered by former federal judge Barbara S. Jones to testify at an appeal hearing for the former Ravens running … [Read more...]
Treon Harris named Florida’s starting quarterback
Treon Harris named Florida's starting quarterback True freshman quarterback Treon Harris is now Florida’s starter. Coach Will Muschamp announced the move Wednesday stating that Harris, who replaces fourth-year junior Jeff Driskel, has performed better during his opportunities. "You saw what he did late in the game," Muschamp said. "He has a knack for making plays and making some good things … [Read more...]
Three And Out: Getting Defensive: Week 8
Three And Out: Getting Defensive: Week 8 Wednesday, October 22, 2014 Let’s face it. As much as we value our skill position players, fantasy weeks are often won or lost at the DST and kicker positions. A couple of extra points at each spot can even be the difference between your team making or missing the playoffs. The problem is that there’s a lot of volatility in these positions on a … [Read more...]
Kobe shrugs off claims he’s to blame for Lakers’ decline: ‘Things are never as bleak as they seem’
Kobe shrugs off claims he's to blame for Lakers' decline: 'Things are never as bleak as they seem' Our last two 10-man rotation posts have led with long pieces considering whether Kobe Bryant's to blame for the Los Angeles Lakers' unseemly predicament. The thrust came with the publication Monday of Henry Abbott's ESPN the Magazine feature, replete with anecdotes and vignettes from anonymous … [Read more...]
Tim Lincecum was vomiting when Giants were introduced before Game 1
Tim Lincecum was vomiting when Giants were introduced before Game 1 KANSAS CITY, Mo. — For reasons only he knows for sure, Tim Lincecum was not being truthful when he tried explaining why he missed the San Francisco Giants introductions Tuesday night before Game 1 of the World Series. Giants manager Bruce Bochy said Wednesday he was told that Lincecum was vomiting about a half-hour before … [Read more...]
2015 Tour de France route begins in Holland, ends in moutains
2015 Tour de France route begins in Holland, ends in moutains PARIS — The punishing hairpin climb to the Alpe d'Huez ski station high in the French Alps will provide the dramatic climax for the 2015 Tour de France, before cycling's showcase race sweeps into Paris for its traditional finish in front of cheering crowds on the Champs-Elysees. The atypical 2015 route unveiled Wednesday by Tour … [Read more...]
UNC probe reveals approximately 1,500 student-athletes took bogus classes
UNC probe reveals approximately 1,500 student-athletes took bogus classes The University of North Carolina Academic Support Program for Student-Athletes was found culpable of creating easy, non-show classes that catered to student-athletes in an effort to give them better grades. Kenneth Wainstein, a former top U.S. Justice Department official, said during a press conference Wednesday that … [Read more...]
Bill Belichick sends Darrelle Revis home after Revis shows up late to meeting
Bill Belichick sends Darrelle Revis home after Revis shows up late to meeting You don't want to show up late on Bill Belichick's time, even if you're one of the NFL's best cornerbacks. New England Patriots cornerback Darrelle Revis showed up late to a meeting at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, so Belichick sent him home, the Boston Globe's Ben Volin reported, citing three league sources. Revis wasn't … [Read more...]
Prepare for the Wolves season with ‘Beverly Hills 90210’ mash-ups, Andrew Wiggins tribute songs (Videos)
Prepare for the Wolves season with 'Beverly Hills 90210' mash-ups, Andrew Wiggins tribute songs (Videos) When your favorite team's staring down the barrel of a bad season, it's important to celebrate whatever reasons you can find to smile, laugh and enjoy the loss-producing chaos as it swirls around you. In the case of the Minnesota Timberwolves — whom we expect to rank as one of the worst … [Read more...]
Week 8 NFL Picks: Predictions on Vegas’ Midweek Betting Odds and Lines – Bleacher Report
Week 8 NFL Picks: Predictions on Vegas' Midweek Betting Odds and Lines - Bleacher Report Gene J. Puskar/Associated Press Expert NFL bettors already got their Week 8 appetizers in the form of opening lines, but as always, many lines and spreads have adjusted heading into the middle of the week. Often times, lots of action on a spread early in the week can alter it to where it's not as … [Read more...]