Bob Sturm's draft profile series: RB Ezekiel Elliott is a luxury item, but Cowboys can't afford to use top pick on him - Dallas Morning News (blog) Mark J. Rebilas Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) runs the ball against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Buckeyes defeated the … [Read more...]
Four mid-majors with double-digit seeds and Cinderella potential
Four mid-majors with double-digit seeds and Cinderella potential Whether it's Florida Gulf Coast's improbable run to the Sweet 16 two years ago, Davidson coming within a shot of the Final Four in 2008 or George Mason actually getting there in 2006, the NCAA tournament has delivered some memorable Cinderella stories. Here's a look at four mid-majors with double-digit seeds and a chance to do … [Read more...]
Chelsea's Costa charged with misconduct
Chelsea's Costa charged with misconduct 6:50 PM GMT The FA has charged Diego Costa with misconduct after the Chelsea striker was sent off in Saturday's FA Cup defeat to Everton. Costa, who has until Thursday to respond to the charge, was shown a second yellow in the 84th minute after reacting angrily to a tackle from Everton's Gareth Barry late in the second half. Replays appeared to show … [Read more...]
Quick takeaways from Phoenix
Quick takeaways from Phoenix Throughout 2016 we may have way too many quick thoughts for our post-race posts. So consider our new Takeaways feature to be the home of our random and sometimes intelligent musings. Sometimes the post may have a theme. Sometimes it may just be a mess of unrelated thoughts. Make sure you tweet us your thoughts after the race or email your post-race rants via the … [Read more...]
Butler returns for Bulls; Rose out vs. Raptors
Butler returns for Bulls; Rose out vs. Raptors 6:49 PM ET Nick FriedellESPN Staff Writer Close Nick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago. Friedell is a graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.com for its launch in April 2009. print TORONTO -- Chicago Bulls All-Star swingman Jimmy Butler will … [Read more...]
SI experts pick their 2016 NCAA tournament brackets – Sports Illustrated
SI experts pick their 2016 NCAA tournament brackets - Sports Illustrated The NCAA tournament field is set, and now it's time to begin filling out your bracket. Our experts have made their picks and are here to help you make yours. You can also read our previews for each region of the tournament, linked below. And don't forget to put your bracket in play using SI.com's Bracket Challenge. • … [Read more...]
Greg Van Avermaet takes Tirreno-Adriatico before final stage (The Associated Press)
Greg Van Avermaet takes Tirreno-Adriatico before final stage (The Associated Press) CEPAGATTI, Italy (AP) -- Belgian rider Greg Van Avermaet won the penultimate stage of the Tirreno-Adriatico on Monday to move into the overall race lead. … [Read more...]
NHL general managers tackle draft lottery, tanking issues
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3 still unsigned in Shutdown Corner’s top 25 NFL free agents
3 still unsigned in Shutdown Corner's top 25 NFL free agents Here's our list of the top 25 free agents overall, with updates on their destinations: AGREED WITH GIANTS: He’s good against the run, has 25.5 sacks the last three years and is just 25. He’s a big-time impact free agent. Vernon's transition tag was removed Wednesday, which allowed him to head to the Giants, where he got a … [Read more...]
Melo: Knicks 'gotta do something' in free agency
Melo: Knicks 'gotta do something' in free agency 4:45 PM ET print LOS ANGELES -- Carmelo Anthony says he had a "good" conversation with Phil Jackson about issues surrounding the New York Knicks earlier this week, but he sounds like a player eager to see what Jackson and the front office do to upgrade the roster this summer. "It's in their court. The ball is in their court," … [Read more...]