Chip Kelly doesn't give ringing endorsement for Colin Kaepernick The most interesting part of Chip Kelly being hired by the San Francisco 49ers was what he'll do with quarterback Colin Kaepernick. On one hand, the fit between Kelly and Kaepernick seems great. Kaepernick has a skill set that would seem to work well in Kelly's offense, and giving him fewer reads might get him back to the form … [Read more...]
Michigan pulls offer from longtime recruit weeks before signing day
Michigan pulls offer from longtime recruit weeks before signing day Michigan’s first commitment from the 2016 class has parted ways with the Wolverines. Erik Swenson, a four-star offensive lineman who has been committed to Michigan since Nov. 25, 2013, wrote on Twitter that he was opening up his recruitment “due to unforeseen circumstances.” pic.twitter.com/K9V38olEof— Erik Swenson (@Eiek77) … [Read more...]
Spieth labels Ryder Cup as ‘possibly at the very top’ of ’16 goals
Spieth labels Ryder Cup as 'possibly at the very top' of '16 goals CIMB Classic winner Justin Thomas caught a lot of flak two weeks ago when he told Golf Channel, without hesitation, that he'd prefer being on a winning 2016 U.S. Ryder Cup team to winning a major this year. On Wednesday in Abu Dhabi, Jordan Spieth elevated the biennial match to a similar level. "[The Ryder Cup is] a huge goal … [Read more...]
McIlroy, Fowler both say they’d prefer a major over an Olympic gold
McIlroy, Fowler both say they'd prefer a major over an Olympic gold With golf returning to the Olympic program in August after a 112-year absence, 60 men and 60 women will have what might be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to win a gold medal in their sport. However, as rare as this chance is and may continue to be after the '16 Games, more and more male players are saying they'd still … [Read more...]
Can Sarri and Higuain lead Napoli to glory?
Can Sarri and Higuain lead Napoli to glory? Recent history is propelling Napoli, as is the leadership of Maurizio Sarri and goals of Gonzalo Higuain. Luca Cetta asks if the pair can take Napoli to a long-awaited Scudetto, or can Juventus or Inter spoil the party? Founder of Naples’ most read daily, Il Mattino, Greek-Italian journalist Matilde Serao […] Recent history is propelling Napoli, … [Read more...]
Cam Ward diagnosed with concussion, placed on IR
Cam Ward diagnosed with concussion, placed on IR The Carolina Hurricanes have been impressive this season, compiling 48 points through 47 games, putting them three points out of a wild card spot in the Eastern Conference. Now imagine if they got some support from their goaltending? A weak spot this season will be tested further with Wednesday’s news that Cam Ward was diagnosed with a … [Read more...]
After Namath, what are the greatest guarantees in sports history?
After Namath, what are the greatest guarantees in sports history? Guarantees in sports: easy to make, tough to execute. Joe Namath's guarantee that the upstart Jets would win Super Bowl III remains the gold standard for guarantees in sports, but there have been quite a few since then. Here on the latest episode of the Grandstanding series, we discuss some of the greatest guarantees in … [Read more...]
Pelicans' Gordon has surgery, out 4-6 weeks
Pelicans' Gordon has surgery, out 4-6 weeks 12:03 PM ET ESPN.com news services print New Orleans Pelicans guard Eric Gordon will miss four to six weeks after having surgery to repair his broken right ring finger, the team announced Wednesday. Gordon injured the finger on his shooting hand during the third quarter of the Pelicans' 114-99 victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves … [Read more...]
The MLB teams that have spent the most and least money this winter
The MLB teams that have spent the most and least money this winter Offseason spending throughout baseball this winter is approaching $3 billion. Yes, that's billion with a B. If you needed another example of the riches that get tossed around in baseball — and Ian Kennedy earning $70 million from the Kansas City Royals didn't quite close the case for you — just know that MLB owners have spent … [Read more...]
Only Steph, LeBron, Kobe sell more jerseys than Kristaps Porzingis
Only Steph, LeBron, Kobe sell more jerseys than Kristaps Porzingis When the NBA released the latest update of its "Most Popular Jersey and Team Merchandise" list on Wednesday, the three players who led the way in jersey sales on NBAStore.com from October 2015 through December 2015 came as no surprise. The top spot belonged to Stephen Curry, the league's reigning Most Valuable Player, the … [Read more...]