Who Got it Done Michael Carter (UNC vs. MIA): 24 rush, 308 yds, 2 TD Javonte Williams (UNC vs. MIA): 23 rush, 236 yds, 3 TD Dillon Stoner (OKST vs. BAY): 8 rec, 247 yds, 3 TD Grayson McCall (CCAR vs. TROY): 24/29, 338 yds, 3 TD; 1 rush TD Torrance Marable (CCAR vs. TROY): 20 rush, 120 yds, 3 tot TD Kyle Trask (FLA vs. LSU): 29/47, 474 yds, 2 TD; 2 rush TD Kedon Slovis (USC vs. UCLA): 30/47, 344 yds, 5 TD Dorian Thompson-Robinson (UCLA vs. USC): …
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Jets break off DC Gregg Williams after Raiders loss
From Rich Cimini of ESPN: The New York Jets have fired defensive coordinator Gregg Williams, league sources said Monday. The decision came on the morning after Williams called an ill-fated, all-out blitz that resulted in a 31-28 loss to the Las Vegas Raiders. With 13 seconds left, Williams took an unnecessary gamble, leaving rookie cornerback Lamar Jackson in man-to-man coverage against the speedy Henry Ruggs III, who burned him for a 46-yard touchdown. The play call was unprecedented in recent NFL history. According to research by ESPN Stats & Information,…
Read MoreDenver QBs Bortles, Lock and Rypien ruled out for Week 12 after close contact with Jeff Driskel
From nfl.com: Acccoding to the NFL Network’s James Palmer, Denver Broncos quarterbacks Drew Lock, Rypien, and immortal Blake Bortles all have been ruled out for week 12. The decision to pull the QBs from the team’s Saturday practice to be further evaluated due to close contact with fellow quarterback Jeff Driskel, who Thursday, was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday.
Read MoreReport alleges 15 women sexually by members of Redskins staff
From cbssports By Jordan Dajani 12m ago4 min read On Thursday evening, the Washington Postpublished a disturbing exclusive which gave us an inside look at the culture of Washington’s NFL franchise. According to Will Hobson and Liz Clarke, 15 former Washington employees told The Post that they were sexually harassed during their time at the club. Over the past week as The Post presented detailed allegations and findings to Washington’s NFL franchise, three team employees accused of improper behavior abruptly departed, including Larry Michael, the club’s longtime radio voice. In a statement, the team said…
Read MoreXFL Week 5 Review
From xfl.com: We thought we knew everything about the standings after four slates of games. Week 5 sent us spinning and reminded us that we still have half the regular season to go. 2020 Schedule | Tickets | Team Gear | App Let’s reset and digest. HOUSTON ROUGHNECKS 32, SEATTLE DRAGONS 23 Game Recap Highlights Top Moments Blog XFL Show recap Romero: Grade A: No arguing with Roughnecks results Kelley: Dragons ‘stay together’ despite loss NY GUARDIANS 30, DALLAS RENEGADES 12 Game Recap Highlights Top Moments Blog XFL Show recap Garcia: Perez passes second test in NY’s first road…
Read MoreAlliance of American Football set to launch in 2019
With its 2020 relaunch , the XFL will not be the only new football league on the horizon. Charlie Ebersol–the son of NBC exec Dick Ebersol, who was Vince MaMahon’s partner during the XFL’s infamous first run– announced via a press release the Alliance of American Football is to debut on February 9, 2019 on CBS. Former NFL general manager Bill Polian was called in to help oversee the league. Former Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu will be in charge on the player side while J.K. McKay has the same…
Read MoreTennessee State smoked by no.2 Jacksonville State, 36-6
A tough season for Tennessee State came to a rough end with a 36-6 loss at the hands of the no.2 ranked Jacksonville State Gamecocks. The scoring did not get going until 4:07 to go in the first half with a Cade Stinnett 19-yard field goal, to give the Gamecocks a 3-0 lead. Two minutes later Jacksonville State would find the end zone for the first time in the game when quarterback Bryant Horn connected with tight end Austin Cummins for a 45-yard touchdown pass. The PAT gave JSU a…
Read MoreAlbany State defeats Lincoln-Missouri 30-10
Albany State, powered by a defense that held Lincoln-Missouri scoreless in the second half, defeated the Blue Tigers 30-10. Albany State’s Marquez Thomas’ interception set the Golden Rams’ offense on the Lincoln 22-yard line. ASU would take advantage of the turnover on a Kelan Fraise 1 yard touchdown run. The PAT was blocked, leaving the score 6-0. Lincoln-Missouri would get on the board in the second quarter off Harold Lacy’s 1 yard run; the extra point was good, giving the Blue Tigers a 7-6 lead. Albany State would reclaim the…
Read MoreDefense helped seal deal in Tennessee State’s 45-21 victory over Eastern Kentucky
The Tigers of Tennessee State University were able to procure their first conference win this Saturday with a 45-21 win over Eastern Kentucky. TSU’s defense came out strong, pitching a shut out in the first half and only giving up 119 yards of offense. Tennessee State would take a 17-0 lead into halftime, a Lane Clark 49-yard field goal, and two Michael Hughes TD passes (one of 11 yards to Patrick Smith and 8 yards to Steven Newbold) accounting for the Tigers’ scoring. In the third quarter Eastern Kentucky would…
Read MoreTennessee State falls at UT Martin, 31-16
Tennessee State fell behind 24-0 to #24 UT Martin and it ultimately proved to be a hole too great for the tigers to climb out of as TSU suffered their first loss of the season, 31-16. UT Martin’s first score came at 9:14 in the first quarter on a 3-yard run from Ladar Galloway, the PAT made it 7-0. Three minutes later a 32-yard field goal from Mitch Mersman gave the Skyhawks a 10-0 lead. UT Martin’s next TD, a one-yard pass from quarterback Troy Cook to Caylo Weathers put…
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