Author: Mikesportz

Notre Dame’s path to Monday’s national championship game against Ohio State at Mercedes-Benz Stadium included a win over Georgia on Jan. 2 in New Orleans. One month before that game, Georgia beat archrival Georgia Tech 44-42 in Athens in eight overtimes. But even though the Bulldogs prevailed on the scoreboard, the Yellow Jackets may have exposed enough holes in the UGA defense for future opponents like, say, Notre Dame to study. “I thought (Tech) did a really nice job of, even kind of, revealing a blueprint, even though it’s not exactly the same blueprint that we used, to give you…

J.T. Miller addressed the trade rumors linking him to the New York Rangers. On Saturday night, Sportsnet’s Eliotte Friedman reported that Miller was almost held out of the Vancouver Canucks’ lineup against the Edmonton Oilers because the team was close to trading the veteran forward to the Rangers. Friedman added that the deal ultimately fell through for whatever reason. “J.T. Miller I expect is going to play tonight, unless something changes at the last minute,” Friedman reported. “But there was a time in the last 24 hours where J.T. Miller was not going to play. He was going to be…

ATLANTA — Ohio State’s Ryan Day and Notre Dame’s Marcus Freeman spoke with reporters Sunday in their final press conference before Monday’s College Football Playoff National Championship. Day is looking to lead the Buckeyes to their first national title since 2014. Freeman is hoping to get the Fighting Irish their first title since 1988. What Ryan Day, Marcus Freeman said before Ohio State vs. Notre Dame Day: “We always want to use the transfer portal as an opportunity to fill holes that may come up now with the way things are designed within college football. We do that. But we…

A wise man once said, “The harder you get coached, the more we have to then . . . coach.” Well, a couple of Carolina Panthers coaches are hoping to do just that over the coming days. Senior assistant Jim Caldwell and special teams assistant Daren Bates will be participating in a pair of college all-star games. Caldwell will serve as the head coach of Team Mauka in the 2025 Polynesian Bowl while Bates will serve as the special teams coordinator (East) for the 2025 East-West Shrine Bowl. Bates talked about his coaching plan with Kassidy Hill of Panthers.com: “It’s…

Mike Norvell Gives High Praise To FSU AD Michael Alford: ‘He’s A Visionary’ Michael Alford became Florida State University’s Athletic Director and Vice President in 2021. Florida State head coach Mike Norvell spoke to the voice of the Seminoles, Jeff Culhane, during the Seminole Boosters “Vision of Excellence” program. During their conversation, Norvell provided insight into his working relationship with FSU Athletic Director and Vice President, Michael Alford. READ MORE: Six Players No Longer Listed On Florida State’s Updated Roster, QB Returning From Portal With revenue sharing on the horizon, the wild west of the NIL and transfer portal landscape,…

Toronto Blue Jays acquire outfielder Myles Straw in a deal with Cleveland Guardians TORONTO — The Toronto Blue Jays acquired outfielder Myles Straw in a deal with the Cleveland Guardians on Friday. Toronto received Straw, cash considerations and international signing bonus pool space for the 2025 period from Cleveland, which received a player to be named later or cash considerations. Straw 30, appeared in seven games last year with Cleveland. He spent most of the year at Triple-A Columbus, hitting .240 with 18 doubles, six triples, three home runs and 47 runs batted in over 123 games. Straw also had…

Clemson Tigers Star Quarterback Reveals Main Reasons for Decision To Return The Clemson Tigers will have one of the best quarterbacks in the country next season. The Clemson Tigers had a bit of a roller coaster of a season in 2024. Despite what was arguably their worst regular season in over a decade including an embarrassing home defeat against the Louisville Cardinals and loss to the hated South Carolina Gamecocks, the Tigers found a way to win another ACC Championship and make the College Football Playoff. Things didn’t end the way anyone wanted them to with a road loss in…

“Redskins Forever? Devoted Fans Face Hard Truths as History is Revisited” The Washington Redskins, despite their rebranding efforts, still hold a significant place in the hearts of their most dedicated supporters. However, recent revelations about the team’s past are causing a seismic shift in how fans view the organization. Allegations about poor leadership and mismanagement during the Snyder era have raised uncomfortable questions about the team’s true legacy, leading some die-hard fans to reconsider their unwavering loyalty to the once-great franchise. Many of these devoted fans, who have supported the Redskins through thick and thin, are now faced with the…

“Capitals Fans Demand Answers: What’s Behind the Mysterious Decline in Form?” The Washington Capitals, once a dominant force in the NHL, are suddenly under scrutiny as their once-imposing form has begun to crumble. Fans are growing increasingly frustrated with what they perceive as a lack of urgency and accountability from both players and management. After years of playoff contention and a Stanley Cup victory, the Capitals have seemingly lost their edge, and fans are demanding answers about what’s behind the team’s mysterious decline. Anonymous sources within the team have hinted that internal conflicts may be at play, with certain veteran…

“Buccaneers in Turmoil: Anonymous Sources Expose Internal Rift” The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, once riding high on the wave of success brought by Tom Brady’s leadership, are now facing internal turmoil. Sources close to the team have revealed that there are growing rifts within the organization, with tensions running high between the coaching staff, front office, and key players. These reports have left many wondering if the Buccaneers’ championship window has already closed, and whether internal discord could be the catalyst for a broader collapse. One anonymous insider claimed, “The problem isn’t talent; it’s the atmosphere. It’s fractured, and it’s affecting…