Football Page 535 - Sports News, Headlines & Highlights

At least 1 person thinks Joe Flacco should start for Cleveland
Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has yet to name a starting quarterback for Cleveland’s upcoming game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. With Deshaun Watson sidelined for the season, the Browns have started three different signal-callers — rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson, journeyman backup P.J. W...

Week 14 TNF: Patriots-Steelers Preview, Props, Prediction
Two of the NFL's most storied franchises lock horns Thursday night in a matchup of two of the lowest-scoring teams this season who are both expected to start backup quarterbacks....

As if Notre Dame wasn't annoying enough
Notre Dame football doesn’t plan on losing its independence anytime soon, in terms of a conference or its broadcasting deal with NBC....

How did Ron DeSantis get to be so weird?
If you thought Ron DeSantis stumbling around debate stages in what looked like a pair of high heels, attempting and failing to resemble a human being when he smiles, and being hyper-focused on other people’s genitals is weird, wait until you find out how DeSantis wants to spend a million dollars of ...

Duke RBs Jaquez Moore, Jordan Waters to transfer
Duke running backs Jaquez Moore and Jordan Waters are the latest players entering the transfer portal after head coach Mike Elko's departure to Texas A&M....

DeSean Jackson wants to be the next Magic Johnson
$91 million is a lot of money, but not enough for former NFL wide receiver DeSean Jackson....

Reports: Florida RB Trevor Etienne enters transfer portal
Running back Trevor Etienne has entered the transfer portal after just two seasons at Florida, multiple outlets reported Thursday....

Panthers TE Hayden Hurst has post-traumatic amnesia after concussion
Carolina Panthers tight end Hayden Hurst has no memory of the four hours that followed his Week 10 concussion against the Chicago Bears....

Ex-Jaguars employee accused of stealing $22M
A former Jacksonville Jaguars employee is accused of funding his lavish lifestyle by stealing more than $22 million from the team, according to court documents....

Pro Bowl K Robbie Gould retires after 18 seasons
Clutch kicker Robbie Gould announced his retirement Thursday after 17 seasons with three NFL teams....

Report: Michigan offers Jim Harbaugh $55M contract
Michigan and Jim Harbaugh are discussing a new five-year contract worth $55 million, according to a Sports Illustrated report on Thursday....

Bengals host Colts in battle of backup QBs
Propelled by clutch overtime wins, the Cincinnati Bengals host the streaking Indianapolis Colts in a matchup of surprise playoff contenders....

Rising Rams ready for reality check at rested Ravens
From the back of the pack in the NFC West, the Los Angeles Rams performed like a different team since a bye week, winning three straight games to climb back into the playoff picture....

Report: JMU nears deal with Holy Cross coach Bob Chesney
James Madison has zeroed in on Holy Cross head coach Bob Chesney to be the school's next head coach, ESPN reported Thursday....

The dog whistles around Jalen Hurts are subtle, yet deafening
It’s not just what you say, it’s also about what you don’t say — and how you say it. Right now, there are some peculiar things being uttered about Jalen Hurts, and it would be easier if those people would just . . . say it....

Report: Duke targeting Penn State DC Manny Diaz
Duke is expected to hire Penn State defensive coordinator and former Miami head coach Manny Diaz to lead the Blue Devils, ESPN reported Thursday....

Chargers begin uphill climb in clash vs. Broncos
The Los Angeles Chargers have everything that an NFL team needs to win a football game....

Struggling Bills aim to get back on track in clash vs. Chiefs
The Buffalo Bills are making their fifth visit to Kansas City in 34-plus months but it certainly doesn't feel like a welcoming second home....

Reports: Dolphins signing RT Austin Jackson to 3-year extension
The Miami Dolphins and right tackle Austin Jackson agreed to a three-year, $36 million extension, multiple outlets reported Thursday....

Seahawks bid to show they belong in rematch vs. 49ers
Ever the optimist, Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll still believes he has a playoff team....