Author: Mikesportz

Class of 2027 quarterback Trent Seaborn committed to Alabama because it has been his lifelong dream to play for the university . In a social media video, he cited his desire to represent his home state and be part of the program’s tradition and legacy.  Why Seaborn picked the Tide  A lifelong dream: In an interview with 247Sports, Seaborn said, “Honestly, it’s always been my dream to play for The University of Alabama. Since I was a kid, I have always dreamed of going there”. Opportunity and challenge: After his commitment, Seaborn posted on X (formerly Twitter) about the “opportunity…

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Former University of Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron, who helped lead the team to back-to-back national championships, announced Thursday that he running for lieutenant governor of Alabama. McCarron made the announcement in a video posted to YouTube on Thursday. McCarron, a first-time candidate, described himself as a political outsider. He cited conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated September, as his inspiration to “get off the sidelines.” McCarron, who is running as a Republican, also stressed his 2016 endorsement of President Donald Trump. Today, Alabama’s conservative and cultural values are under attack from every direction. That’s why Charlie Kirk’s…

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Recent reports indicate several Wisconsin Badgers football commits from the 2026 recruiting class are exploring their options with other schools following the team’s ongoing losing streak . The on-field struggles, including a lopsided loss to Iowa, have made it difficult for the coaching staff to maintain commitments.  De-commitments and potential flips  Tayshon Bardo: The 3-star wide receiver de-committed shortly after the team’s 37–0 loss to Iowa on October 13, 2025. He has already scheduled a visit to Big Ten rival Michigan State. Djidjou Bah: The 3-star defensive lineman has expressed frustration over the team’s performance, particularly the Iowa loss, and…

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An October 2025 USA TODAY article did reveal a $3.6 million salary for the 2025 season, but the subject was college football coach Rich Rodriguez, not the retired baseball player Alex Rodriguez.  The former West Virginia coach’s contract details were part of an annual compensation survey published by the newspaper. The specific article was published on October 8, 2025, and provided a comprehensive breakdown of Rodriguez’s deal with the school.  Why Alex Rodriguez’s contract is not the subject Alex Rodriguez retired from Major League Baseball (MLB) in 2016 and therefore is not a salaried player for the 2025 season. USA…

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Tony Vitello has been hired as the manager of the San Francisco Giants after the most successful run in Tennessee baseball history. Vitello’s decision to leave the Vols for MLB on Oct. 22 came after a frantic four-day stretch in which he emerged as the leading candidate, rebuffed that the deal was done, and ultimately departed the program he took from afterthought to juggernaut in eight seasons. It is an unprecedented move for an MLB franchise as Vitello will be the first sitting college baseball coach to jump directly into an MLB manager job without prior professional experience. “I’m incredibly…

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VfB Stuttgart’s 2025/26 wage bill is reported to be approximately €49.9 million, with Angelo Stiller earning the highest salary at €4.5 million per season. This is according to SALARY LEAKS, which cites a verified source.  Total Wage Bill: €49.9 million for the 2025/26 season. Highest-Paid Player: Angelo Stiller. Stiller’s Salary: €4.5 million per season. Squad Context: Stiller’s salary is higher than other high-earning teammates, such as Ermedin Demirović (€4.72 million) and Deniz Undav (€4.53 million). A salary leaks website, SalaryLeaks.com, reports that VfB Stuttgart’s total wage bill for the 2025/26 season is €49.9 million, and Angelo Stiller is the highest-paid…

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Le journaliste allemand Florian Plettenberg a réitéré que le Bayern Munich souhaitait prolonger le contrat de Michael Olise au-delà de 2029, et qu’aucune clause libératoire spécifique n’était prévue dans son contrat actuel. Le Bayern souhaite assurer l’avenir à long terme de l’ailier français, le considérant comme un élément essentiel de ses plans et souhaitant contrer l’intérêt des géants européens. Le PSG, le Real Madrid et Manchester City ont été cités comme prétendants pour Olise. Le joueur de 23 ans a consolidé sa place parmi les meilleurs attaquants européens grâce à ses performances exceptionnelles au Bayern depuis son transfert de Crystal…

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Bayern-Trainer Vincent Kompany hat einen neuen Vertrag beim Verein unterzeichnet und damit eine lange Tradition beim deutschen Spitzenklub gebrochen. Der ehemalige Kapitän von Manchester City wurde zu Beginn der letzten Saison zum Trainer des Vereins ernannt und übernahm das Amt von Thomas Tuchel, obwohl Burnley gerade aus der Premier League abgestiegen war. In seiner ersten Saison führte er den Verein zum Bundesliga-Erfolg, der zu Beginn der Saison auch den deutschen Supercup gewann. Kompany ist der erste Trainer des FC Bayern, der seit 2010 eine Vertragsverlängerung unterzeichnet hat – damals verlängerte Louis van Gaal seinen Vertrag, bevor er im April 2011…

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Former Florida head coach Billy Napier did not make a public statement after being fired, but his emotional remarks following his final game provided a glimpse into his feelings about his departure .  Napier’s final postgame remarksFollowing the Gators’ 23-21 victory over Mississippi State, Napier was asked by reporters if he felt he had coached his final game. He deflected questions about his job securityby saying, “I’m going to enjoy this one tonight… I’ll wake up tomorrow and we’ll worry about what’s next”. He spoke emotionally about his team and his love of coaching, stating, “I love the game of…

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This weekend, the Florida Gators announced the dismissal of head coach Billy Napier following a homecoming victory. Despite this win, the team’s record now stands at 3-4 for the 2025 season, with Napier concluding his tenure at UF with a total of 22 wins and 23 losses. Steve Spurrier Reacts to Billy Napier’s Dismissal Former Gators coach Steve Spurrier offered his insights on Napier’s termination during his weekly appearance on the “Another Dooley Noted Podcast.” He described the news as “sad but not a shock,” highlighting the reality that college athletics are highly performance-driven. The Pressure of Results The Gators…

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