Former West Texas A&M player alleges he and parents did schoolwork for star receiver A former kicker for West Texas A&M University alleges that his parents took a Spanish test for one of the team’s best players. Jose Azarte Jr., a backup kicker who played for the Buffs until Oct. 13, told the Amarillo Globe-News that he informed both school and NCAA officials that he “completed homework and … [Read more...]
Djokovic wins 1st match since birth of his son (Yahoo Sports)
Djokovic wins 1st match since birth of his son (Yahoo Sports) PARIS (AP) -- In his first match since the birth of his child, defending champion Novak Djokovic stayed on course to finish the season as No. 1 by defeating Philipp Kohlschreiber 6-3, 6-4 in the second round of the Paris Masters on Tuesday. … [Read more...]
Horse racing-Profiles of 2014 Breeders’ Cup Classic runners (Reuters)
Horse racing-Profiles of 2014 Breeders' Cup Classic runners (Reuters) Oct 28 (Reuters) - Brief profiles of the entrants for the $5 million Breeders' Cup Classic to be run over 1 1/4 miles at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California on Saturday (Post Position. HORSE; Jockey; Trainer; odds) 1. PRAYER OF RELIEF; Irad Ortiz; Dale Romans; 30-1; Though he has eight career wins and earnings of … [Read more...]
How up-and-coming Jose Ramirez is striving to be more than just a boxer (Yahoo Sports)
How up-and-coming Jose Ramirez is striving to be more than just a boxer (Yahoo Sports) Ramirez, who won Saturday, is going above and beyond to help his drought-stricken hometown of Avenal, Calif. … [Read more...]
Power Rankings: Joey Logano and Jeff Gordon keep on trucking
Power Rankings: Joey Logano and Jeff Gordon keep on trucking Our Power Rankings are far from a scientific formula. In fact, it's the perfect blend of analytics and bias against your favorite driver. And you think we dislike your favorite driver, so it makes sense, right? Direct all your complaints to us at [email protected]. 1. Joey Logano (LW: 1): A fifth-place finish is good … [Read more...]
Redskins PR guy embarrasses self, team by dragging Colt McCoy off field
Redskins PR guy embarrasses self, team by dragging Colt McCoy off field Look, this might shock you, but the Redskins made yet another public relations gaffe last night. And this one was caught on live TV. The Washington Redskins had just defeated their hated rival Dallas, and everybody in burgundy and gold was feeling a rare moment of exultation. Colt McCoy had achieved the greatest win of … [Read more...]
Here’s a look at Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook’s summer training from HBO’s ‘The Offseason’ (Video)
Here's a look at Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook's summer training from HBO's 'The Offseason' (Video) We shared news three weeks ago that HBO would soon air a "reality special" presenting a behind-the-scenes look at the summertime workouts of reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Kevin Durant. Here's a sneak peek (no @StealthMountain) at a scene from that special — "The Offseason: Kevin … [Read more...]
Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs: Odds, College Football Pick – Bleacher Report
Arkansas Razorbacks vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs: Odds, College Football Pick - Bleacher Report Timothy D. Easley/Associated Press Arkansas is still winless in SEC play under head coach Bret Bielema and has lost 16 straight conference games overall, going 6-10 against the spread. However, the Razorbacks have shown some money-making ability this season, going 6-2 ATS. The Hogs will try again … [Read more...]
Week 9 fantasy football rankings: Defense/special teams
Week 9 fantasy football rankings: Defense/special teams Below are this week's D/ST rankings and tiers based on matchup, overall talent and recent performance. Still have a tough start/sit question? Ask us anytime on Twitter @FantasySourceFB, or stop by our Sunday chats from 11 a.m. ET until kickoff on Facebook! FIVE STAR 1. Seattle Seahawks vs. Oak. There aren't many great defensive matchups this … [Read more...]
Spectator injured by falling mirror at Nebraska’s stadium during Rutgers game
Spectator injured by falling mirror at Nebraska's stadium during Rutgers game A spectator suffered a gash to his head after a mirror fell from a level above at Nebraska's Memorial Stadium on Saturday during the Huskers' 42-24 win over Rutgers. The 4-by-6-inch mirror hit Carlton Clark as he turned around to talk to friends behind him and opened up a 1.5-inch wound on his head. “It sounded … [Read more...]