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The Washington Commanders achieved a lot of things this year and quarterback Jayden Daniels and general manager Adam Peters are both getting attention for it. by: David Harrison Posted: Jan 31, 2025 / 12:00 PM EST Updated: Jan 31, 2025 / 12:00 PM EST SHARE When you have as amazing a season as the Washington Commanders had in 2024 it is expected that some of the players and personnel who helped achieve it will get some recognition for it. However, in a quarterback-driven league, Commanders’ rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels got the largest scoop of national attention while others were somewhat…

Georgia Bulldogs running back Trevor Etiennehas been named as one of the most underrated players in the 2025 NFL draft. Etienne is ranked as the No. 12 running back and No. 133 prospect in the NFL draft, but ESPN’s Field Yates thinks Etienne should be ranked higher. Yates has Etienne as his fifth-ranked running back. NFL draft expert Mel Kiper Jr. is also higher on Etienne than most. Yates likes what Etienne brings to the table as a receiver. Etienne never put up monster numbers during his three season college career, but he was a steady producer. However, the advantage…

“Fast, physical, and violent:” FSU’s first crop of defense transfers open up about Tony White, new facility and playing for Seminoles James Williams, Stefon Thompsom, Deamonte Diggs, and Elijah Herring met with the media for the first time The first batch of Florida State’s defensive transfers held newcomer interviews on Thursday morning. They discussed their relationships with the staff, the new football-only facility, and their journeys to Tallahassee. Stefon Thompson and James Williams, who came to Florida State from Nebraska, expanded on their connections with the defensive coaches. At the same time, Deamonte Diggs and Elijah Herring talked about…

After Thursday night’s win in Edmonton, the Detroit Red Wings have played 51 games, accruing a record of 25–21–5, presently placing them two points back of the second wild card position in the Eastern Conference.  Of the 31 games left on the schedule, 18 will be away from the friendly confines of Little Caesars Arena. If Detroit is going to emerge from the stretch run with a playoff berth, the Red Wings will have to find a winning formula on the road.  After the win over the Oilers, coach Todd McLellan offered an insight as to what that could look…

4. Brock Bowers and Carson Beck’s Unexpected Feud—Is One of Them Leaving Georgia? A shocking rift has reportedly formed between Georgia Bulldogs star tight end Brock Bowers and quarterback Carson Beck, leaving fans stunned and questioning the future of the team. Multiple sources inside the Bulldogs’ locker room claim that tensions have been growing between Bowers and Beck over offensive play-calling and chemistry issues. Bowers, one of the most dominant tight ends in college football, is rumored to have expressed frustration over not getting enough key targets in crucial moments, believing that Beck is favoring other receivers. One insider suggests…

5. Kirby Smart and Mike Bobo Reportedly Clash Over Offensive Strategy—Bulldogs’ Dynasty in Jeopardy? The eéw’ coaching staff may not be as unified as they seem, as reports suggest Head Coach Kirby Smart and Offensive Coordinator Mike Bobo have been butting heads over the team’s offensive approach. According to multiple insiders, Smart and Bobo have engaged in heated debates over play-calling, particularly regarding Georgia’s offensive game plan against elite defenses. Sources claim Smart has been pushing for a more aggressive, downfield passing attack, while Bobo—known for his more conservative approach—prefers a balanced game with a heavy focus on the run.…

Dabo Swinney and Garrett Riley’s Play-Calling Dispute Escalates—Is a Coaching Shake-Up Coming? The relationship between Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney and offensive coordinator Garrett Riley is reportedly on the rocks, raising concerns about the direction of the team’s offensive identity and their future success. The two men, once seen as a dynamic coaching duo, have been clashing behind closed doors over offensive play-calling and game strategy, according to several sources within the program. Swinney, who has built Clemson into a national powerhouse with his strong defensive-first philosophy, is reportedly at odds with Riley, who has pushed for a more…

The start of NHL training camps is now, mercifully, just one month away. Of course, the Detroit Red Wings still have some important business to handle before they take the ice on Sept. 19, with contracts still needed for Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider and Jonatan Berggren. But the final-month home stretch is a good time to start looking ahead to the coming season. And for a team starting to emerge from a long rebuild, among the most interesting The Detroit Red Wings aggressively added talent to their roster during the offseason. It signaled one of their biggest pivots since general…

Red Wings Nicklas Lidstrom will announce NHL retirement Nicklas Lidstrom, the Detroit Red Wings captain, will reportedly announce his retirement on Thursday. (Dave Reginek/Getty Images) Nicklas Lidstrom, captain of Nicklas Lidstrom, the Detroit Red Wings captain, will reportedly announce his retirement on Thursday. (Dave Reginek/Getty Images) Nicklas Lidstrom, captain of the Detroit Red Wings, has scheduled a press conference on Thursday at the teams home stadium, according to NHL.com, and according to Aaron Ward, a three-time Stanley Cup winner and currently an NHL analyst for TSN, the press conference will be for Lidstrom to announce his retirement from the NHL.…

CALGARY, Alberta — A week after he spoke in frustration of something needing to change, Dylan Larkin is doing what he can to make that happen. The Detroit Red Wings will have to shake off a disappointing result as they head into Sunday’s game with the Vancouver Canucks, but parse the 6-4 final from Friday’s outing in Calgary and it bodes well for the team’s future. Their future captain scored twice among eight shots on net, reaching 20 goals with a third of the season to go. “He’s going to be a superstar,” Calgary coach Bill Peters said. “We didn’t have…