Tag: Football
Donovan McNabb says Black QBs have always faced doubt
PHILADELPHIA — Donovan McNabb hopes other Black quarterbacks don’t switch positions when they’re encouraged to do so because of their athleticism.
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NCAA moving toward hyperlocal solution to NIL as placeholder
The NCAA is lurching toward a temporary, patchwork solution in addressing name, image and likeness compensation for athletes, a hyperlocal approach to allow everyone...
Tennessee dismisses freshman QB recruit Kaidon Salter
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee has dismissed freshman quarterback Kaidon Salter from the football team.
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AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead
June 25
1921 — Jock Hutchinson is the first American to...
AP-Sportlight-Week Ahead
June 29
1906 — Alex Smith shoots a record 295 to...
Alternate helmets returning to NFL in ’22 after 9-year pause
NEW YORK — The NFL is bringing back alternate helmets in 2022, ending a nine-year hiatus that started because of concerns about player safety.
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NFL players who voluntarily opt out get no stipend this year
NFL players must decide by July 2 if they plan to opt out of playing this season due to COVID-19 concerns, though voluntary opt-outs...
NFL player Ebner withdraws from Olympic rugby 7s selection
CHULA VISTA, Calif. — Nate Ebner won’t get to compete at the Tokyo Olympics between NFL seasons after withdrawing from contention for the U.S....
‘Sweet Feet’ Tracy takes leadership role with Iowa receivers
IOWA CITY, Iowa — Tyrone Tracy Jr. gave himself the nickname “Sweet Feet” in the 2019 season.
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AP Top 25 Podcast: Home or bowl? Tweaking CFP expansion plan
Home games or bowl games?
The College Football Playoff expansion...