Before suffering a torn ACL in early March, Kyrie Irving was widely expected to sign an extension or a new free agent contract with the Mavericks this offseason, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link), who says that perception hasn’t changed since Irving’s injury. However, the veteran point guard’s ACL recovery, which figures to extend well into next … [Read more...] about Fischer’s Latest: Irving, Mavs, Harden, Clippers, Point Guards
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Texans To Keep Aireontae Ersery At OT
The Texans are planning to keep second-round pick Aireontae Ersery at offensive tackle to begin his NFL career, though he may not earn a starting job right away. “Really liked his tape in college at tackle,” said Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans of his rookie offensive lineman (via KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson). “He played left tackle, so we’ll start him out at tackle and see how he does … [Read more...] about Texans To Keep Aireontae Ersery At OT
Can Kentucky Prove Doubters Wrong?
For Mark Stoops and the Big Blue Nation, 2024 was a season to forget. The 4-8 record was the worst since the UK head man’s first season in 2013. In addition, they lost the Governor’s Cup to Louisville for the first time since 2017. Heading into 2025, not a lot is expected out of Kentucky by the national pundits. Every year, there are a couple of schools that surprise college … [Read more...] about Can Kentucky Prove Doubters Wrong?
AFC Notes: Jayden Higgins, Jaylin Noel, Jaguars, Texans, Titans
Jaguars Jaguars HC Liam Coen has been impressed with undrafted rookie QB Seth Henigan throughout rookie camp. “You can definitely see the coach’s-kid mentality,” Coen said, via SI. “He did a great job of calling the plays and having the command. We weren’t just out there calling one play. We were canning plays, two play calls. He was handling all that stuff well. So, time will … [Read more...] about AFC Notes: Jayden Higgins, Jaylin Noel, Jaguars, Texans, Titans
Pitching Staff Steps Up, Astros Win 2-1 Over Mariners
Troy Taormina-Imagn Images No bullpen meltdown today, everyone! The lineup, on the other hand, remains a problem. Yes, the Astros had 11 hits — all singles! — but they failed to convert when it mattered most. Again. A recurring theme of the season. Both runs scored were listed as unearned, although you could make an argument that the first one could be considered an … [Read more...] about Pitching Staff Steps Up, Astros Win 2-1 Over Mariners