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Jim Harbaugh shares unfiltered thoughts on QB J.J. McCarthy's future with Vikings
The Minnesota Vikings traded up to select J.J. McCarthy with the 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday, setting off a string of reactions on the ex-Michigan Wolverines quarterback's new fit. His coach in Ann Arbor, Jim Harbaugh, previously called McCarthy "the best quarterback in the draft." Now the signal-caller is headed for a rookie QB's dream scenario in the Twin Cities. On Friday, now-Los Angeles Chargers HC Harbaugh's reaction to McCarthy's selection went viral on X as Harbaugh described his "love" for the Wolverines' national championship-winning quarterback. Harbaugh said he "love(s) McCarthy like a son" while sharing his feelings...
Why Iowa CB Cooper DeJean could be even more valuable as a Day 2 pick
Following a first-round rush on offensive players, there are plenty of standout defensive options left on the board for Day 2, including cornerback Cooper DeJean. Already considered one of the top defensive backs in the draft pool, the former Iowa product will be a steal for whichever team lands him. However, retired Pro Bowler and current NFL Network analyst Michael Robinson explained why DeJean's value might be even higher."What I really love about Cooper DeJean, he's a punt returner. We have new kickoff return rules—now, the kick returner will be more like a punt returner," Robinson said. "So, I think this...
Watch: Obi Toppin catches fire against Bucks
The Bucks didn’t want Pascal Siakam to torch them again. They weren’t ready for Obi Toppin. HALI UP TOP TO OBI! ⬆️Pacers are ROLLING in the 1Q of the #NBAPlayoffs presented by Google Pixel on ESPN. pic.twitter.com/yFnj2qnUAQ— NBA (@NBA) April 26, 2024 Toppin scored 11 points in his four first-quarter minutes, making all five of his shots. Indiana’s bench had 19 points in the first quarter alone, shooting 8 for 9. That’s almost as many points as Milwaukee’s bench had for all of Game 2 (20).The energy of the Pacers overwhelmed the Bucks late in the quarter, with Indiana pushing the ball...
C.J. Stroud was envious of one team’s first-round pick
Thanks to a mid-March trade with the Minnesota Vikings, the Houston Texans didn’t have a pick in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday.But if they had, we now have a good idea of who they might have taken thanks to quarterback C.J. Stroud’s reaction to the San Francisco 49ers picking Florida receiver Ricky Pearsall 31st overall during the Bleacher Report live draft show.“Bro, he’s elite,” Stroud said. “Especially in that offense, (49ers head coach) Kyle (Shanahan) is going to dial it up for him. That’s why I feel like he was going to fit in our...
Lakers running out of time to get revenge for Nuggets' trash talk
Before the season, Anthony Davis said he "couldn't wait" to play Denver again after their trash talk. Down 3-0, he and the Lakers are running out of time to get back at the Nuggets. Safe to say LeBron and AD are motivated to face the Nuggets after all their trash talk “It was just a lot of talking. We get it, y’all won, but me and Bron had some conversations... we can’t wait [to play them].” pic.twitter.com/qr8iZGIwll— Lakers All Day Everyday (@LADEig) October 2, 2023 The narrative at the Lakers' preseason media day was all about how Denver had done "a lot...
Kirk Cousins comments on Falcons' decision to draft QB Michael Penix Jr.
Following some initial tension caused by the Atlanta Falcons' decision to select quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in the first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday, everyone is seemingly on the same page. Before the waters turned too choppy, Kirk Cousins commented on the issue Friday, revealing that the ex-Washington star had reached out personally."We had a very good conversation," Cousins told Josh Kendall of The Athletic. "I'm going to keep it just between me and him right now, but it was a good conversation. I'm super excited to work with him." When the Falcons chose Penix No. 8 overall Thursday night...
Tony Khan continues to alienate fan base with latest low blow to WWE
AEW is a brand with the world at its feet. It has a roster full of exceptional talent, some of whom are the best in the world. It has a billionaire owner. And it has a loyal fan base. However, in recent months, that fan base has slowly been declining. Part of that is likely due to the number of stars on the injury report. Part of it is likely due to the rapid improvements in WWE programming.In recent months, WWE has made significant changes to its on-air production. It has improved in-ring performances, limited extravagant production and moved toward...
Falcons reportedly tried to trade back into Round 1
The Atlanta Falcons front office took its share of criticism after passing on an edge-rusher to take quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft on Thursday.But if the Falcons had it their way, they would have left Round 1 with their future franchise QB and a star pass-rusher had the Indianapolis Colts not beaten them to the punch, according to NFL Network’s Steve Wyche.“The other player they liked [at No. 8 was] Laiatu Latu,” Wyche said. “They didn’t decide not to take him there, but they tried to trade up into the teens...
Former GM has surprising take on Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.
Former NFL quarterback and current ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky isn't the only noteworthy member of the football community defending the Atlanta Falcons for selecting Washington Huskies quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.As shared by Sean Keeley of The Comeback, former Arizona Cardinals general manager Steve Keim explained during a Friday appearance on "The Herd with Colin Cowherd" program that he loved Atlanta drafting Penix after the club signed Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract that included $100M guaranteed in March. Keim noted that Cousins is 35 years old (turns 36 in August) and...
NFL makes big equipment change for 2024 season
There is a chance NFL players could look a little different during games this season.The league announced on Friday that it approved using Guardian Caps on helmets during regular season games for the 2024 season. Teams have been using the extra padded helmets during practices in recent years, and the NFL said there is enough data to suggest they cut down on head injuries. "We now have two years of data showing significant concussion reductions among players who wear Guardian Caps during practice, so players will be permitted to wear the cap during games this upcoming season," NFL executive vice president...
Biggest first-round snubs of the 2024 NFL Draft
Thirty-two players heard their name called on Thursday during the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. There were some, though, who expected to be celebrating but now have to wait a bit longer.Here are five players who probably should have gone in Round 1 but didn’t.Cooper DeJean, CB, IowaWhen DeJean is healthy, he’s arguably the best pure cornerback in the 2024 class. However, he’s dealt with multiple injuries at Iowa, and some scouts believe he’s better served playing safety in the NFL, which could potentially be less taxing on his body than CB. Because of his talent, DeJean should...
Orioles stud prospect's first taste of majors doesn't last long
Infielder Jackson Holliday's first cup of coffee in MLB didn't last long. We have made the following roster moves: pic.twitter.com/gatOuLknN9 — Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) April 26, 2024 When the 2022 first-overall pick was called up to the majors on April 10, he became the second-youngest player in the game after Milwaukee Brewers rookie outfielder Jackson Chourio. According to MLB Pipeline, Holliday and Chourio opened the 2024 season as the Nos. 1 and 2 ranked prospects, respectively.While the Milwaukee dual threat opened the season in the big leagues, the 20-year-old Holliday surprisingly began the campaign with the Triple-A Norfolk Tides.The son of former All-Star...
Pelicans' Zion Williamson could return during playoffs
Zion Williamson is currently dealing with a hamstring injury he sustained during the play-in tournament. The New Orleans Pelicans are navigating their first-round matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder without their star talent.According to Shams Charania, who appeared on Thursday's episode of FanDuel TV's "Run it Back," the Duke product believes he could return to the Pelicans' rotation during the postseason. However, New Orleans would need to overcome the Thunder for that to be possible."Zion Williamson is hopeful that as the playoffs go on, potentially he could make a return," Charania said. "...Realistically, from my senses, the Pelicans would have...
DeMarcus Cousins says Joel Embiid needs to 'come down in weight'
DeMarcus Cousins has a solution for what ails Joel Embiid.The 2023 MVP has consistently struggled with injuries and conditioning throughout his time in the NBA. He recently returned to the Philadelphia 76ers rotation following surgery on a torn meniscus. Cousins commented on Embiid's situation on the "Bully Ball" podcast with Rachel Nichols. "For me, at what point do you start taking the pressure off of those knees, and joints, and ankles and things of that nature?" Cousins said. "Age is starting to get on your side. There has to be some type of adjustment. I feel like, at some point, the big...
What's up with MLB's top prospect Jackson Holliday?
The Baltimore Orioles announced on Friday afternoon that they'd demoted 20-year-old infielder Jackson Holliday, MLB Pipeline's No. 1 prospect, down to Triple-A after just 10 games in the big leagues.Holliday tore through Triple-A to begin the season after putting on a strong showing in spring training, getting on base at a .482 clip with five doubles and two home runs in 10 games. That prompted the Orioles to promote him to Baltimore. Despite his hot start, signs remained that he could come back down to earth.Facing a mix of fellow prospects and established major leaguers in spring training, Holliday struck...
Falcons' Kyle Pitts reacted like many to Michael Penix Jr. draft pick
It turns out Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts was among those stunned when the club controversially made Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. the eighth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft."I'm very shocked," Pitts said, per Scott Thompson of Fox News Digital. "I’m not gonna lie. I did think we were going defense, I’m not going to lie. That definitely kind of changes the dynamic."Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk ripped the Falcons for spending the No. 8 selection on a QB who presumably won't start after Atlanta signed veteran Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract that included $100M...
CB Terrion Arnold is just who the Detroit Lions needed
Alabama CB Terrion Arnold looks like everything the Detroit Lions were searching for.The Lions went 12-5 and reached the NFC Championship Game - where they led by 17 points at halftime - last season, despite some of the worst cornerback play in the National Football League.After trading for veteran Carlton Davis and signing Amik Robertson as a free agent earlier in the offseason, Detroit continued its overhaul of the position by trading up to draft Alabama standout Arnold with the No. 24 overall pick. The Lions were originally at No. 29, but swapped places with the Dallas Cowboys by giving...
GM explains why Cardinals didn't trade Marvin Harrison Jr. draft pick
Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort spoke during a news conference about why he didn't trade the fourth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft and instead used that asset to land Ohio State Buckeyes star wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. on Thursday night. "I think, really, we were prepared to pick and we were prepared to pick Marvin at four," Ossenfort said, as shared by Myles Simmons of Pro Football Talk. "Really there was no trade that came that was going to get us off that pick. If somebody would’ve [come] and offered us something that would’ve been the best thing...
How did they do? Grading 2024 mock drafts from four of the top experts
Love them or hate them, mock drafts are the lifeblood of the NFL offseason, bridging the gap from the Super Bowl to draft night.An exercise based (mostly) on speculation, though many reputable draft analysts watch the film and do their best to match players and teams based on areas of need and conversations with scouts and team executives.But how credible are the so-called “experts?” Here is a look at how four top draft analysts fared in their first-round predictions.Mel Kiper Jr., ESPNNumber of correct picks: 9 Chicago, Caleb Williams Washington, Jayden Daniels New England, Drake Maye Arizona, Marvin Harrison Jr. Minnesota, J.J. McCarthy New York Giants,...
NFL Draft bets: Mr. Irrelevant will likely play this position
As sports betting has become legal in more and more states across the country, the NFL draft has grown into an increasingly bigger market for bettors everywhere. You can now bet on the over/under draft position for specific prospects, the position teams will pick in the first round and even the specific player teams will select. One of the most fascinating NFL Draft betting markets revolves around Mr. Irrelevant, which is the term given to the final pick in the seventh round of every draft. That's right, you can actually be on which position will become Mr. Irrelevant in the 2024...
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