Day: March 9, 2017

The Latest: Browns start spending by extending guard Bitonio (Sports Betting News)The Latest: Browns start spending by extending guard Bitonio (Sports Betting News)

March 9, 2017March 9, 2017| 19:39

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Nick Foles (4) throws under pressure from Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Paul Posluszny (51) during the first half of an NFL football game in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Before throwing money around in free agency, the Browns tossed some big bucks at one of their own. Cleveland signed left guard Joel Bitonio to a 5-year contract extension Thursday, locking up a player the Browns feel can help their climb from a new low point following a 1-15 season. Although Bitonio’s past two seasons have been cut short by injuries, the Browns view him as one of the NFL’s best young interior linemen.

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Eagles sign Torrey Smith, release Connor Barwin (Sports Betting News)Eagles sign Torrey Smith, release Connor Barwin (Sports Betting News)

March 9, 2017March 9, 2017| 18:59

MIAMI GARDENS, FL - NOVEMBER 27: San Francisco 49ers Wide Receiver Torrey Smith (82) during the NFL football game between the San Francisco 49ers and the Miami Dolphins on November 27, 2016, at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, FL. (Photo by Doug Murray/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

The Philadelphia Eagles acted quickly to get a speedy wide receiver they’ve sought for a while. Torrey Smith agreed to a three-year deal with Philadelphia on Thursday, less than a week after he was released by the San Francisco 49ers. The Eagles cleared cap space earlier in the day by releasing defensive end Connor Barwin, saving $7.75 million.

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Bills release safety Aaron Williams; Agree to sign Ducasse (Sports Betting News)Bills release safety Aaron Williams; Agree to sign Ducasse (Sports Betting News)

March 9, 2017March 9, 2017| 18:40

FILE - In this Oct. 23, 2016, file photo, Buffalo Bills strong safety Aaron Williams (23) is attended to on the field during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Bills will play the Miami Dolphins on Saturday, Dec. 24. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)

Safety Aaron Williams’ bid to resume his career in Buffalo following a second season-ending neck injury is over after the Bills released the starting safety. The Bills provided no reason in announcing the move in a one-sentence statement issued Thursday, hours before the NFL’s free-agency signing period opened. The decision comes two months after Williams’ father told Sports Betting News that his son was leaning toward continuing his career.

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Trail Blazers and Timberwolves rescheduled for April 3 (Sports Betting News)Trail Blazers and Timberwolves rescheduled for April 3 (Sports Betting News)

March 9, 2017March 9, 2017| 18:28

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - JANUARY 1: C.J. McCollum #3 of the Portland Trail Blazers handles the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves on January 1, 2017 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images)

The game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Portland Trail Blazers that was postponed because of a wet court has been rescheduled for April 3. It’s the same night as the NCAA men’s national championship game, a night the NBA typically avoids scheduling games. The Blazers will play in Utah the next night, while the Wolves have to fly to the Bay Area to play the Golden State Warriors.

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Trail Blazers and Timberwolves rescheduled for April 3 (Sports Betting News)Trail Blazers and Timberwolves rescheduled for April 3 (Sports Betting News)

March 9, 2017March 9, 2017| 18:28

MINNEAPOLIS, MN - JANUARY 1: C.J. McCollum #3 of the Portland Trail Blazers handles the ball against the Minnesota Timberwolves on January 1, 2017 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images)

The game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Portland Trail Blazers that was postponed because of a wet court has been rescheduled for April 3. It’s the same night as the NCAA men’s national championship game, a night the NBA typically avoids scheduling games. The Blazers will play in Utah the next night, while the Wolves have to fly to the Bay Area to play the Golden State Warriors.

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No. 14 Duke carries momentum into No. 10 Louisville clash (Sports Betting News)No. 14 Duke carries momentum into No. 10 Louisville clash (Sports Betting News)

March 9, 2017March 9, 2017| 18:06

Duke guard Frank Jackson dunks during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Clemson in the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament, Wednesday, March 8, 2017, in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)

When No. 14 Duke plays its 33rd game of the season Thursday against No. 10 Louisville in the quarterfinals of the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament at Barclays Center in New York City, coach Mike Krzyzewski isn’t quite sure which version of his team will show up. Injuries have colored the Blue Devils’ effort all season, and are still doing so with the NCAA Tournament a week away. There have been numerous different lineup combinations, a fair share of controversy involving temperamental senior Grayson Allen and more than a few questions about Duke’s traditionally staunch defense.

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