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It looks like Michigan will be getting a significant piece of the defense back in 2025, as defensive line coach Lou Esposito recently announce that Rayshaun Benny will return for his final season. Benny has appeared in 41 games on the defensive line and made three starts. It’s expected that his role will increase significantly in 2025 with the absence of both Mason Graham and Kenneth Grant, two first round projections in the 2025 NFL Draft. Here’s a closer look at Benny’s career numbers at the University of Michigan, courtesy of MGoBlue.com: At Michigan • Three-time letterman (2021-22-23)• Has appeared in…
Michigan basketball headed to Minnesota riding high. Locked in a battle for the top spot in the Big Ten with rival Michigan State, holding a five-game winning streak, national pundits declaring them a viable national championship threat, and the players brimming with confidence. It all came crashing down with one nearly half court three pointer at the buzzer on a cold Minnesota night. Social media pounced immediately, every MSU fan came crawling out of the woodwork declaring the maize and blue a fraud, laughing that they lost to a team that was previously winless in the conference. But did this…
Western Kentucky and head football coach Tyson Helton have agreed to the parameters of a new four-year contract, a source confirmed to the Daily News on Saturday. First reported by ESPN, the new contract which would run through the 2028 season has not been announced by the school yet. Helton, who just completed his sixth season at WKU, has compiled an overall record of 48-32 since replacing Mike Sanford as head coach to start the 2019 season. The Hilltoppers have twice earned spots in the Conference USA Championship game during Helton’s tenure, losing 49-41 to UTSA in 2021 and falling…
“Shedeur Sanders Faces Suspension After Clash with Colorado Football Management” Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders, the face of the program under his father, head coach Deion Sanders, has been suspended following a reported clash with team management. The suspension comes amid allegations that Shedeur openly criticized the team’s leadership over strategic decisions during a heated post-practice meeting. The controversy began when Sanders, known for his leadership on and off the field, voiced concerns about Colorado’s offensive strategy and lack of protection from the offensive line. While his comments were reportedly aimed at addressing issues that have impacted the team’s performance,…
Texas’ Quinn Ewers reportedly turned down $8 million NIL…. Quinn Ewers’ time with Texas was all-but-guaranteed to end after the Longhorns’ loss to Ohio State in the College Football Playoff semifinal earlier this month. Many were surprised by Ewers’ choice for the next chapter of his football career. NewslettersSign in Top Stories: Can Texas company make Jurassic Park happen?| The fate of PornHub| Texas QB turns down $8 million offer Sports|College Texas’ Quinn Ewers reportedly turned down $8 million NIL offer The former Longhorns quarterback opted to enter the NFL Draft, leaving behind a huge payday to enter the transfer portal. By Michael…
LSU freshman quarterback Colin Hurley was found unresponsive but breathing by LSU police and the Baton Rouge Fire Department just before 3 a.m. on Thursday following a car crash near the gates of the LSU campus, according to a crash report. Hurley was taken out of his Dodge Charger by EMS and fire department personnel and transported to a Baton Rouge area hospital. The cause of the crash has not been released. LSU school officials said they were unable to comment because Hurley, 17, is still a minor. In a statement, the family said Hurley is “resting and is stable.” “Colin would like…
With the second signing period of the 2025 recruiting cycle roughly three weeks away, Michigan Football has a couple more big targets left on their board to complete their class. One such prospect is four-star Philadelphia (Pa.) Imhotep Institute edge rusher Zahir Mathis, a one-time Ohio State commit. The Wolverines have been in heavy pursuit of the 6-foot-6, 225-pounder since his decommitment from the Buckeyes back on Nov. 18, and have taken one step closer to potentially securing his verbal pledge. According to 247Sports Composite rankings, Mathis is considered the No. 73 overall prospect, No. 6 edge rusher and No. 2 player from…
With the NBA season reaching the halfway point, it is now clear who the frontrunners for the MVP award are. Currently, the MVP race is between Nikola Jokić of the Denver Nuggets and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Of course, these two finished top two in voting last season as well, with Jokić winning his third MVP award. Both players are well deserving of the award, especially Jokić, who is putting together arguably the best season of his already incredible career. This season, the 29-year-old superstar is averaging 30.6 points, 13.2 rebounds, 9.9 assists and 1.8 steals per…
meetings,2024 was full of record-breaking performances in track and field owing to the Paris Olympics. However, several athletes, such as Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, only made appearances at major events. But she excelled and met the high expectations of the fans. Why so? She found herself coming back from an injury in 2024, so she just focused on the events that mattered throughout the campaign. Sydney is considered one of the modern greats, all because of her accolades. However, she is a human being, and mishaps on the track are common. Therefore, to minimize any potential risks, McLaughlin-Levrone focused solely on achieving…
Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind’Amour agreed to a multi-year contract extension with the team on Sunday. Terms of the deal were not announced by the Hurricanes, however The Athletic announced it was a five-year contract extension. The coach’s contract was due to expire on July 1. Rod has been instrumental to the success we’ve had over the last six seasons,” Hurricanes general manager Don Waddell said. “Ever since he joined the organization 24 years ago, Rod has embodied what it means to be a Hurricane. We hope to keep him a Hurricane for life.” Assistant coaches Jeff Daniels and Tim Gleason, video coach Chris…