Category: football

Report: Baylor Expected to Interview Robert Griffin III for Head Coaching Job

Brandon King

Baylor University could be considering a familiar name as it evaluates candidates for its head football coaching position. Former Baylor quarterback and 2011 Heisman Trophy winner Robert Griffin III is expected to interview for the school’s head coaching vacancy, according to On3’s Pete Nakos. Griffin’s potential interview would represent an intriguing development for the Bears, considering his history with the program and the impact he made during his playing career in Waco, Texas. The possibility is particularly notable because Griffin has never coached at the collegiate or professional level. He…

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Rex Ryan Surrenders on Six Charges Following Alleged Nashville Hit-and-Run

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Former NFL head coach and ESPN analyst Rex Ryan has surrendered to Nashville police after allegedly striking two pedestrians with his pickup truck in downtown Nashville last week. According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, Ryan, 63, turned himself in Wednesday, November 11, on six outstanding misdemeanor warrants stemming from an incident shortly before midnight on November 5 at the intersection of 4th Avenue and Broadway. What Happened in Nashville? Police say two pedestrians were crossing Broadway from 4th Avenue with a walk signal when Ryan’s pickup truck turned right…

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Philip Rivers Nearing Deal to Become NC State’s Next Head Football Coach

Brandon King

Philip Rivers could be returning to Raleigh for the next chapter of his football career. North Carolina State is working to finalize a deal to make the former Wolfpack quarterback its next head football coach, according to reports from On3’s Chris Low, Pete Nakos and The Wolfpacker’s Noah Fleischman. Rivers has reportedly begun reaching out to potential front office and coaching staff candidates as the program works toward completing an agreement. The potential hire would bring one of the most recognizable players in NC State football history back to lead…

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Jack Campbell Provides Encouraging Injury Update After Scary Neck Injury

Brandon King

image via NFL.com Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell is providing an encouraging update as he continues recovering from a frightening neck injury suffered during Sunday’s matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. Campbell released a statement Wednesday through the Lions, offering his first detailed public comments since being transported to a local hospital following the injury. “I’m incredibly encouraged by the progress I’ve made in such a short period of time,” Campbell said. “I have full movement in my lower body, and I’m continuing to make progress with movement in my upper…

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Russell Wilson Interviews for NC State Head Coaching Job; Joins Philip Rivers in Coaching Search

Brandon King

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Wilson interviewed Tuesday for the Wolfpack’s vacant head coaching position. Wilson spent three seasons at NC State (2008–10) before transferring to Wisconsin for his final collegiate season in 2011. During his time in Raleigh, he completed 8,545 passing yards and threw 76 touchdown passes across 36 games. The 10-time Pro Bowl selection enjoyed a 14-season NFL career, highlighted by winning Super Bowl XLVIII with the Seattle Seahawks. Wilson announced his retirement in June 2026 and subsequently joined CBS Sports as an analyst. Wilson isn’t the…

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Florida State Fires Mike Norvell After Seven Seasons; Rick Stockstill Named Interim Head Coach

Brandon King

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida State has officially fired head football coach Mike Norvell, ending his seven-season tenure with the Seminoles following a disappointing 2026 campaign. According to 247Sports reporter Matt Zenitz, the Florida State coaching staff was informed of the decision Sunday. The university subsequently confirmed the move, with president Richard McCullough informing Norvell that the program was making an immediate leadership change. Florida State also announced that former Seminoles quarterback and longtime college football coach Rick Stockstill will serve as interim head coach while the university begins a national…

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BREAKING: Southern Nazarene Safety Tyler Ulrich, 21, Died From Traumatic Brain Injury and Brain Bleed

Brandon King

Southern Nazarene University football player Tyler Ulrich, 21, died from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and bleeding in the brain, according to findings from the medical examiner. Ulrich, a safety for the Southern Nazarene Crimson Storm, was just 21 years old. His death is a heartbreaking loss for the university, his teammates, coaches, family and the broader college football community. According to ESPN’s report, the medical examiner’s findings provide additional information about the circumstances surrounding Ulrich’s death. What happened October 10, 2026: Ulrich suffered a traumatic injury during Southern Nazarene’s…

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Carolina Panthers Fire Defensive Coordinator Ejiro Evero

Brandon King

The Carolina Panthers are reportedly moving on from defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero, potentially ending his tenure with the organization after three-plus seasons. Evero joined Carolina in 2023 after serving as the Denver Broncos’ defensive coordinator in 2022. His departure would represent a significant coaching change for a Panthers defense that has struggled with consistency, particularly against the run. Why Are the Panthers Making the Move? The reported decision comes amid another difficult stretch for Carolina’s defense. According to ESPN’s Mike Kaye, the Panthers had allowed opponents to rush for at…

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Caddix to Cover Caleb Williams’ $11,941 NFL Fine Over Cleats

Brandon King

The NFL fined Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams $11,941 for wearing Caddix cleats, but the footwear brand is stepping in to cover the bill. According to Front Office Sports, Caddix’s founder , Jack Rasmussen, says Williams purchased the cleats himself and does not have an endorsement deal with the brand. That makes the situation even more interesting: Williams was reportedly fined for wearing the footwear despite having no official partnership with the company. Now, Caddix is covering the $11,941 penalty, turning an NFL uniform-rule violation into an unexpected moment of…

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JJ Watt Signs Multi-Year Deal to Remain CBS Sports’ Lead NFL Game Analyst

Brandon King

Copyright: Thomas Shea, Credit: Thomas Shea-USA TODAY Sports, CBS Sports has reached a multi-year agreement with former NFL superstar JJ Watt to continue serving as the network’s lead NFL game analyst, working alongside play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz and sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson. The agreement keeps Watt in the booth for CBS Sports’ biggest NFL matchups, continuing his role as part of the network’s top broadcast team. Watt’s new deal also makes him the permanent successor to Tony Romo as CBS’s lead NFL game analyst, rather than simply extending his previous…

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