NFL odds Week 8: Who has edge in matchup between Bolts, Broncos? - SI.com The San Diego Chargers are coming off a home loss to one AFC West opponent and will take to the road to face another divisional foe when they visit the Denver Broncos on Thursday Night Football. The Chargers lost to the Kansas City Chiefs 23-20 last week as three-point favorites, and they are consensus 7.5-point underdogs … [Read more...]
The Cheat $heet: Best and worst QB values on DraftKings for Week 8
The Cheat $heet: Best and worst QB values on DraftKings for Week 8 Here are my best values, worst values, players who are worth their high price, and Hail Mary plays for DraftKings this week at the QB position. Best values Alex Smith ($6,000) – Smith isn’t exactly your ideal fantasy quarterback. In four of his six starts this season he has one touchdown or less and he’s only eclipsed 250 yards … [Read more...]
PGA Tour commissioner floats idea of Ryder Cup-style exhibitions
PGA Tour commissioner floats idea of Ryder Cup-style exhibitions PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem boiled down the Americans' loss in the Ryder Cup to a simple problem: getting smoked in the foursomes format. "You can’t play foursomes down 7-1 (in eight foursomes matches) and think you’re going to win the cup," Finchem said Wednesday at the McGladrey Classic in Georgia. "Seven to one in the … [Read more...]
Will Robert Griffin III play on Monday night? Redskins aren’t sure yet
Will Robert Griffin III play on Monday night? Redskins aren't sure yet Robert Griffin III practiced on Wednesday for the Washington Redskins, but that doesn't mean he's going to play on Monday night. Griffin, who dislocated his ankle in Week 2, took some snaps in practice. Redskins coach Jay Gruden said he was hopeful to make a final decision on who will start at quarterback against the … [Read more...]
Lincecum pitches, leaves with back tightness
Lincecum pitches, leaves with back tightness Royals' Omar Infante comes up big Wednesdayby Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com (10/22/2014) Royals infielder Omar Infante came up big Wednesday against the Giants. Infante wasted no time getting to work, doubling in his first at-bat. He would come around to score during the frame, giving the Royals a 2-1 lead. Infante would strike again in the bottom of the … [Read more...]
Report: Roger Goodell forced to testify at Ray Rice’s hearing
Report: Roger Goodell forced to testify at Ray Rice's hearing Roger Goodell is going to have to answer questions regarding the Ray Rice situation, and he is going to have to do it under oath. According to NBC Sports' Mike Florio and ESPN's Adam Schefter, the NFL commissioner has been ordered by former federal judge Barbara S. Jones to testify at an appeal hearing for the former Ravens running … [Read more...]
Treon Harris named Florida’s starting quarterback
Treon Harris named Florida's starting quarterback True freshman quarterback Treon Harris is now Florida’s starter. Coach Will Muschamp announced the move Wednesday stating that Harris, who replaces fourth-year junior Jeff Driskel, has performed better during his opportunities. "You saw what he did late in the game," Muschamp said. "He has a knack for making plays and making some good things … [Read more...]
Three And Out: Getting Defensive: Week 8
Three And Out: Getting Defensive: Week 8 Wednesday, October 22, 2014 Let’s face it. As much as we value our skill position players, fantasy weeks are often won or lost at the DST and kicker positions. A couple of extra points at each spot can even be the difference between your team making or missing the playoffs. The problem is that there’s a lot of volatility in these positions on a … [Read more...]
Kobe shrugs off claims he’s to blame for Lakers’ decline: ‘Things are never as bleak as they seem’
Kobe shrugs off claims he's to blame for Lakers' decline: 'Things are never as bleak as they seem' Our last two 10-man rotation posts have led with long pieces considering whether Kobe Bryant's to blame for the Los Angeles Lakers' unseemly predicament. The thrust came with the publication Monday of Henry Abbott's ESPN the Magazine feature, replete with anecdotes and vignettes from anonymous … [Read more...]
Tim Lincecum was vomiting when Giants were introduced before Game 1
Tim Lincecum was vomiting when Giants were introduced before Game 1 KANSAS CITY, Mo. — For reasons only he knows for sure, Tim Lincecum was not being truthful when he tried explaining why he missed the San Francisco Giants introductions Tuesday night before Game 1 of the World Series. Giants manager Bruce Bochy said Wednesday he was told that Lincecum was vomiting about a half-hour before … [Read more...]