Ex-ECU QB Kurt Benkert says he's transferring to Virginia Virginia has added another quarterback to its roster. A week after announcing his intention to leave East Carolina, Kurt Benkert told multiple outlets Sunday that he has committed to play for the Cavaliers. Benkert is set to graduate from ECU this month, so he will be immediately eligible once he arrives at UVA, where he will have two … [Read more...]
Blues' Hitchcock: Stars better than Blackhawks
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Three Things to Watch in Game 7: Toronto and Indiana Edition
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Brandon Phillips goes behind-the-back, celebrates by dabbing
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MLB Picks and Pivots – FanDuel Picks May 1 – Fantasy CPR
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Introducing the Detroit Lions' 2016 NFL draft class – Detroit Free Press
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Three Things to Watch in Game 7: Miami and Charlotte Edition
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Most-televised Premier League clubs on US TV
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Maple Leafs draft lottery win doesn’t validate tank, says Shanahan
Maple Leafs draft lottery win doesn't validate tank, says Shanahan The Toronto Maple Leafs finished with the worst record in the NHL and the League’s lowest point total. This was, of course, by design, as team decided to rid itself of veteran players in attempt to tank the season for a high draft pick. “We explained to our fans beforehand that we were going to move some players, move some … [Read more...]
Detroit Lions 2016 NFL draft grades: Bob Quinn leads solid 1st draft – Detroit Free Press
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