Greg Cosell's Draft Preview: A sleeper at running back (Podcast) I think more people would be talking about my No. 2 running back in this draft if he had actually played in 2015. Jonathan Williams of Arkansas was out all last season with a foot injury. And that medical history is a concern, and I don't know what the team doctors are saying about him now; all I know is what I see from him on … [Read more...]
No one is buying Derek Jeter’s hole-in-one video
No one is buying Derek Jeter's hole-in-one video New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter is enjoying the retired life these days. That much we would have assumed even without Friday's video that shows him on the golf course at his annual celebrity invitational tournament in Las Vegas. [Join a Yahoo Daily Fantasy Baseball contest now] What we're attempting to assertain though is just how a good a … [Read more...]
OL draft preview: Detroit Lions would be wise to find more help – Detroit Free Press
OL draft preview: Detroit Lions would be wise to find more help - Detroit Free Press Notre Dame offensive lineman Ronnie Stanley.(Photo: Matt Cashore, USA TODAY Sports) Take your position: Offensive line Free Press sports writer Dave Birkett breaks down the Lions’ positional needs in advance of next week’s NFL draft. Today’s focus: Offensive line. On the roster: OT-Riley Reiff, Michael Ola, … [Read more...]
Tweets from USC OL get weird while stuck in a hotel elevator
Tweets from USC OL get weird while stuck in a hotel elevator A group of USC offensive linemen found themselves stuck in an elevator Friday night following a dinner with their offensive line coach in Redondo Beach, California. Offensive tackle Zach Banner and seven of his offensive-line friends decided to cram into an elevator that was weight-tested for 2,500. Banner told ESPN the group … [Read more...]
Rotoworld Podcasts: NBA DFS Pod for Apr. 23
Rotoworld Podcasts: NBA DFS Pod for Apr. 23 Saturday, April 23, 2016 There's a pretty decent chance we see a new lineup with the Pacers. Plus, losing Nicolas Batum (ankle) is a massive loss for the Hornets. We'll go over a ton of value plays to get you several studs in your lineup for tonight. There's also a quick review of Friday. Kawhi Leonard! Mike Gallagher has covered fantasy hoops … [Read more...]
The Browns are so bad, they're not favored to win any games this season – CBSSports.com
The Browns are so bad, they're not favored to win any games this season - CBSSports.com If you plan on making a trip out to Las Vegas at any point during the 2016 NFL season, here's some early gambling advice for you: Don't bet on the Browns. Now, that's solid gambling advice almost every season, but it's especially true this season. As of right now, the Browns are set to be an underdog in … [Read more...]
Why didn't the Panthers trade Josh Norman? – NBCSports.com
Why didn't the Panthers trade Josh Norman? - NBCSports.com APThe massive contract given by Washington to former Carolina cornerback Josh Norman shows that, right or wrong, his new team values Norman much more than his old team did. The next question is whether Carolina could have gotten value for Norman in trade. It’s unknown whether trade talks happened between the Panthers and any other … [Read more...]
Oriol Servia to race for Schmidt Peterson at Indy 500 (The Associated Press)
Oriol Servia to race for Schmidt Peterson at Indy 500 (The Associated Press) Oriol Servia will drive the third car for Schmidt Peterson Motorsports in the Indianapolis 500. The team announced Saturday at Barber Motorsports Park the addition of Servia in the Marotti Racing No. 77 car. The son of a Spanish Rally champion, Servia finished fourth in the 2011 IndyCar championship standings and … [Read more...]
Houston players donate water for flood victims (Photos)
Houston players donate water for flood victims (Photos) A group of University of Houston players donated 24 cases of water to help flood victims in need. Junior offensive tackle Na'Ty Rodgers and his girlfriend spearheaded the effort after classes were cancelled for the second consecutive day due to severe storms that caused massive flooding throughout the area. Rodgers called some of his … [Read more...]
Irving's emerging game gives James, Cavs a big lift
Irving's emerging game gives James, Cavs a big lift 8:00 PM ET Dave McMenaminESPN Staff Writer Close Cavs and NBA writer for ESPN.com Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14 and the NBA for NBA.com from 2005-09 Syracuse University graduate print AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- As LeBron James made the long walk through the inner maze that is backstage at the … [Read more...]