McDowell two shots back in Shanghai Graeme McDowell hit a first-round 67 © Getty Images Graeme McDowell is two shots off the lead after hitting a first-round 67 at the BMW Masters in Shanghai on Thursday. McDowell topped the six European Ryder Cup players in the field with a bogey-free round on Lake Malaren's Masters Course that left him fifth and contained three straight birdies from the … [Read more...]
Mack Brown on returning to coaching: ‘If somebody calls, I’ll talk to them’
Mack Brown on returning to coaching: 'If somebody calls, I'll talk to them' Mack Brown isn’t sure if he will return to coaching. The former Texas head coach has been linked to the opening at SMU, but on Wednesday Brown maintained that he is quite content with his current profession – working as an analyst with ESPN and ABC. “I’ve made it very clear that I’m happy with ESPN/ABC, and I’m … [Read more...]
Phil Jackson concludes that his New York Knicks are ‘not ready for showtime’
Phil Jackson concludes that his New York Knicks are 'not ready for showtime' For a little while, things seemed so perfect. Madison Square Garden was celebrity-rich in the front and loud as hell in the back. Woody Allen’s newfound ingratiation with the team’s ownership allowed for an even better seat for the famed director of ‘Whatever Works.’ New York Knicks big man Amar’e Stoudemire got the … [Read more...]
College Football Picks: Week 10 Predictions for Every Game – Bleacher Report
College Football Picks: Week 10 Predictions for Every Game - Bleacher Report USA TODAY SportsOle Miss nearly won at Auburn last year. Who will win this season's Top 10 showdown in Oxford? As the calendar shifts to November, the 2014 college football season is starting to hit the stretch run. The first College Football Playoff rankings are out, serving as a motivator for the top schools to use … [Read more...]
Berdych reaches quarterfinals at Paris Masters (Yahoo Sports)
Berdych reaches quarterfinals at Paris Masters (Yahoo Sports) PARIS (AP) -- Tomas Berdych stayed on course for qualifying for the ATP finals for the fifth straight year by beating Feliciano Lopez 7-5, 6-3 to reach the quarterfinals of the Paris Masters on Thursday. … [Read more...]
Eric Decker invites Jets fans to share their love; Jets fans pour out rage
Eric Decker invites Jets fans to share their love; Jets fans pour out rage Sometimes even good intentions turn south in a hurry. The New York Jets' Eric Decker decided to reach out to his beleaguered, tormented fan base on Twitter and offer a bit of love ... and swag: #jetsnation, tell me why you love the @nyjets using #jetsdiehardfan and I'll send a signed prize to my favorite.— Eric Decker … [Read more...]
Fans revel in Giants’ Series win, but not all are peaceful
Fans revel in Giants' Series win, but not all are peaceful SAN FRANCISCO — They cheered every strike and pop fly together. They booed every pitch called as a ball in unison. Then, when victory was theirs, an orange and black sea standing shoulder to shoulder roared as one. Giants fans gathered in the streets of San Francisco uncorked the champagne, lit bonfires, danced in a mosh pit and hugged … [Read more...]
Florida State RB Karlos Williams could be part of Title IX investigation
Florida State RB Karlos Williams could be part of Title IX investigation There could be another high-profile Title IX investigation involving a Florida State football player. According to the Associated Press, RB Karlos Williams is subject to a Title IX investigation after allegations of domestic battery were brought against him. Earlier in the week, Williams' former girlfriend, the woman … [Read more...]
AL.com Week 10 college football picks: Auburn-Ole Miss, Florida State … – Press-Register – al.com
AL.com Week 10 college football picks: Auburn-Ole Miss, Florida State ... - Press-Register - al.com A pivotal SEC West matchup highlights the Week 10 college football slate, but there are plenty games to keep an eye on. Below, AL.com staffers make their predictions on the biggest games this weekend. You can compete against our experts in the AL.com's College Football Pickem game. Also, you can … [Read more...]
AP PHOTOS: A look back at the Rumble in the Jungle (The Associated Press)
AP PHOTOS: A look back at the Rumble in the Jungle (The Associated Press) It was 40 years ago that two men met just before dawn on Oct. 30, 1974, to earn $5 million in the Rumble in the Jungle. … [Read more...]