Why drafting a tackle with first pick is risky for Titans - The Tennessean Ole Miss tackle Laremy Tunsil said he will be able to make the transition from primarily pass-blocking in college to a more balanced approach in the NFL.(Photo: Derick E. Hingle / USA TODAY Sports) If the Titans decide to select Ole Miss tackle Laremy Tunsil with the first overall pick in the NFL draft next month, … [Read more...]
Exodus leaves only one member of Ohio State’s prized freshman class
Exodus leaves only one member of Ohio State's prized freshman class Only a few months ago, Ohio State's JaQuan Lyle was a key member of a five-man freshman class ranked among the best in the nation. Now Lyle is the last of that class left in Columbus. 😥..... pic.twitter.com/GhEWxSh5pj— JaQuan Lyle (@JMamba13) March 30, 2016 Lyle posted the above picture hours after Ohio State coach Thad … [Read more...]
Duncan Keith tossed for high-sticking Charlie Coyle’s face (Video)
Duncan Keith tossed for high-sticking Charlie Coyle's face (Video) Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Duncan Keith received a match penalty in the first period of his team’s game against the Minnesota Wild for swinging his stick at Charlie Coyle’s face. The play happened at the 9:27 mark after Coyle hit Keith to the ice with a bodycheck. Keith then used his stick to hit Coyle on the nose. Coyle … [Read more...]
Melo hungry to play in Olympics as morale boost
Melo hungry to play in Olympics as morale boost 10:53 PM ET print After another miserable season with the New York Knicks, Carmelo Anthony is looking forward to winning some games with the U.S basketball team this summer. "From a morale standpoint as a player, if you've been through the things I've been through the past couple of years you want to feel what that success feels like. You … [Read more...]
Jalen Ramsey says he’s “best player” in NFL draft, but No. 1 pick?
Jalen Ramsey says he's "best player" in NFL draft, but No. 1 pick? For months now, people have been slotting Ole Miss OT Laremy Tunsil with the first pick in the draft. Almost out of habit at this point. Could it happen? Yes. The Tennessee Titans, owners of No. 1, sent a big contingent to his pro day this week. But that same crew of Titans heavy hitters also was on hand for the pro day of … [Read more...]
Tony Parker expects Spurs to rest everyone vs. Warriors in April
Tony Parker expects Spurs to rest everyone vs. Warriors in April Gregg Popovich's San Antonio Spurs have made a habit of ignoring the potential entertainment value of games in favor of doing whatever they believe to be the best path towards winning a championship. More often than not, that decision involves resting starters and valuable rotation players on the road or on the second night of … [Read more...]
Rooney not taking England spot for granted
Rooney not taking England spot for granted 9:01 PM GMT Wayne Rooney has insisted that he does not take his England place for granted but believes the squad will need experienced heads at Euro 2016. The Manchester United striker added that he is excited by the challenge from the likes of Harry Kane and Jamie Vardy for a place in the side. England defeated Germany 3-2 on Friday night -- with Rooney … [Read more...]
Martinsville prez doesn’t have issue using Kenseth punt to promote race
Martinsville prez doesn't have issue using Kenseth punt to promote race Any NASCAR fan with a pulse knows Matt Kenseth was suspended two races for his punt of Joey Logano at last year's Martinsville Chase race. The crash effectively ended Logano's title hopes; he was leading the race when Kenseth crashed and didn't get a win at Texas or Phoenix to make it to the final round of the Chase. … [Read more...]
Atlanta asks NBA to move All-Star Game from N.C.
Atlanta asks NBA to move All-Star Game from N.C. 8:37 PM ET Associated Press print ATLANTA -- Atlanta city leaders are asking the NBA to move the 2017 All-Star Game from Charlotte after North Carolina lawmakers passed legislation seen as limiting LGBT protections. Atlanta's City Council introduced a resolution Tuesday asking the NBA to move the game to Atlanta after North Carolina … [Read more...]
Spring Headlines: Hyun Soo Kim won’t open season in the majors
Spring Headlines: Hyun Soo Kim won't open season in the majors The ongoing saga between the Baltimore Orioles and Korean outfielder Hyun Soo Kim took another turn Tuesday. The 28-year-old outfielder will not open the year on the team's 25-man roster. [Sign up for Fantasy Baseball | Play for $40K | Expert rankings | Mock draft ] Under normal circumstances, this wouldn't be a big deal. Kim … [Read more...]