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Falcons in Kirk Cousins' corner, not planning to play Michael Penix Jr.
Six interceptions in the past two games and zero wins since Nov. 3, quarterback Kirk Cousins is on the hot seat with fans in Atlanta. But he's still on firm footing as the starter with the only one that matters, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris. ,Morris remains committed to Cousins and delivered his...

Bill Belichick on taking North Carolina job: 'I didn't come here to leave'
Bill Belichick provided a winning quote on Thursday during his introductory press conference as the new head coach at North Carolina.,When asked if the NFL remains an option should he enjoy immediate success in Chapel Hill, Belichick had a quick response.,"I didn't come here to leave," Belichick sai...

FC Dallas sign F Alan Velasco to contract extension
FC Dallas signed Argentinian winger Alan Velasco to a long-term contract extension on Thursday.,The four-year Young Designated Player deal starts in 2025 and includes a one-year club option.,Velasco, 22, has recorded 12 goals and 13 assists in 62 MLS matches (55 starts) since his Dallas debut in 202...

Canucks' J.T. Miller to play vs. Panthers, mum on reason for absence
Vancouver Canucks forward J.T. Miller said he will return to the ice for Thursday's game against the Florida Panthers, ending a 10-game absence due to undisclosed personal reasons.,Miller, who last played on Nov. 17, wasn't interested in telling reporters why he was away from the team.,"I am playing...

Reports: UNLV names Dan Mullen as head coach
UNLV hired former Florida head coach Dan Mullen to the same post, multiple media outlets reported Thursday.,Mullen replaces Barry Odom, who spent the past two seasons with the Rebels before taking the head coach position at Purdue over the weekend.,Mullen, 52, posted a 103-61 record during his time ...

Believe in miracles? Lake Placid could host 2026 Winter Olympics events
The Olympics could be returning to Lake Placid, N.Y. -- at least some of the events.,The picturesque village in the Adirondack Mountains, which last hosted the Games in the 1980 "Miracle on Ice" Olympics, has been identified as Plan B for the sliding events scheduled for the 2026 Winter Olympics in ...

Raiders DE Charles Snowden arrested on misdemeanor DUI charge
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Charles Snowden was arrested on charges of driving under the influence earlier this week.,Officers booked Snowden into the Clark County Detention Center early Tuesday morning after police responded to reports of a "suspicious vehicle.",Snowden, 26, received a misdemea...

Broncos LT Garett Bolles agrees to 4-year extension
Denver Broncos left tackle Garett Bolles has agreed to a four-year contract extension, the veteran announced Thursday.,Bolles, 32, divulged the deal with a post on social media, including the hashtags "BroncoForLife" and "4More.","Broncos Country, it's been a great 8 years. Thanks for everything! An...

Report: 49ers to activate LB Dre Greenlaw prior to game vs. Rams
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw is expected to be activated in time to make his season debut against the visiting Los Angeles Rams on Thursday, NFL Network reported.,Greenlaw has been sidelined since tearing his Achilles tendon in Super Bowl LVIII on Feb. 11. ,He was injured when he bega...

Colorado two-way star Travis Hunter named AP player of the year
Colorado two-way standout Travis Hunter was named the Associated Press 2025 college football player of the year on Thursday.,The wide receiver/cornerback received 26 of 43 votes from a panel of AP Top 25 voters, with Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty placing second with 16 votes. Arizona State ...

Wander Franco's trial delayed until June
The trial of Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco, scheduled to start Thursday, was rescheduled to June 2, 2025, because of the lack of availability of witnesses.,Franco is facing charges of sexual abuse, sexual exploitation against a minor and human trafficking in the Dominican Republic. If convi...

Fnatic move on from head coach keita
Fnatic parted ways with head coach Jamie "keita" Hall on Thursday after three years at the helm.,The move comes on the heels of the Counter-Strike 2 team losing three consecutive matches en route to exiting the opening stage of the Perfect World Shanghai Major. Fnatic finished in the 23-24 slot wit...

Chris Lawson returning as Todd Gilliland's crew chief
Chris Lawson is reuniting with NASCAR Cup Series driver Todd Gilliland as crew chief for Front Row Motorsports' No. 34 Ford, the team announced Thursday.,They previously partnered up in the ARCA Menards Series West, winning consecutive championships from 2016-17. ,Lawson, 39, also worked for Front R...

MOUZ, Spirit sweep into Shanghai Major semifinals
MOUZ and Team Spirit swept their way into the semifinals of the Perfect World Shanghai Major in China on Thursday.,MOUZ defeated The MongolZ and Team Spirit eliminated Team Liquid in the quarterfinals as the playoffs got underway for the $1.25 million Counter-Strike 2 tournament.,MOUZ won 16-14 on A...

NCAA transfer notebook: QB Conner Weigman finds new home
Quarterback Conner Weigman, a five-star prospect coming out of high school in the 2022 class, is transferring from Texas A&M to Houston.,Weigman started parts of three seasons for the Aggies. He played his high school football at Bridgeland High in the Houston suburb of Cypress and was ranked by the...

Bo Nix, upstart Broncos look to continue ascent vs. Colts
When the Denver Broncos host the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday afternoon, they'll be chasing their first winning season since 2016. But that isn't enough.,As winners of three straight games and eight of its last 11, Denver (8-5) currently is the No. 7 seed in the race for the AFC playoffs. The Bronco...
Juan Soto’s $765M Deal Raises the Question: Where Does It Stop?
Juan Soto’s $765M deal with the New York Mets sets a new record in pro sports, but does it highlight a growing culture of greed in professional athletics?...
Best Sports Betting Picks Today: NFL, NBA, College Basketball Predictions for December 12
Thursday December 12th's best sports betting picks and predictions include bets for Thursday Night Football, NBA, and college basketball....
Rams Go From Forgotten Los Angeles Team to NFC West Dark Horse
The Los Angeles Rams had a bad start to their season, but luckily nobody noticed and now they have a chance to steal the NFC West crown and go to the playoffs....

Cardinals face Patriots, look to stay in playoff hunt
With their playoff chances slipping away, the Arizona Cardinals will host the New England Patriots on Sunday at Glendale, Ariz. ,Both teams are on three-game losing streaks, but while the Patriots (3-10) are in last place in the AFC East and long ago lost hope for a postseason berth, the Cardinals (...