Nix named QB1, to join Elway in Broncos historyNix named QB1, to join Elway in Broncos history
Rookie Bo Nix was named the Broncos’ starting quarterback Wednesday.
Day: August 21, 2024
Browns’ Watson limited in practice with sore armBrowns’ Watson limited in practice with sore arm
Browns QB Deshaun Watson was limited in practice Wednesday because of “general arm soreness,” and coach Kevin Stefanski wouldn’t divulge his plans for Watson in Saturday’s preseason finale.
Steelers QB Wilson says he’s playing SaturdaySteelers QB Wilson says he’s playing Saturday
Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson expects to play Saturday against the Lions in the preseason finale.
Suns Waive-And-Stretch Nassir LittleSuns Waive-And-Stretch Nassir Little
The Phoenix Suns will waive-and-stretch Nassir Little. Phoenix will stretch the three seasons and $22 million remaining on Little’s contract.
The Suns are prioritizing roster flexibility by releasing Little, who was on a four-year, $28 million deal signed with the Portland Trail Blazers in 2022. Little is represented by Adam Pensack.
In 45 games with the Suns last season, Little averaged 3.4 points and 1.7 rebounds in 10.2 minutes.
Joey Hauser, Hawks Agree To Exhibit 10 DealJoey Hauser, Hawks Agree To Exhibit 10 Deal
Joey Hauser and the Atlanta Hawks have agreed to a one-year Exhibit 10 camp deal. Hauser will have the opportunity to compete for a roster spot with the Hawks.
In 34 G League games last season, Hauser averaged 6.5 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 21.9 minutes.
During Summer League with the New Orleans Pelicans, Hauser appeared in four games and averaged 3.0 points and 1.5 rebounds in 13.5 minutes.
Wizards To Waive Eugene OmoruyiWizards To Waive Eugene Omoruyi
The Washington Wizards will waive Eugene Omoruyi. Omoruyi’s salary of $2.2 million for the 2024-25 is non-guaranteed.
Omoruyi appeared in 43 games last season with the Wizards, averaging 4.8 points and 2.0 rebounds in 9.1 minutes.
Omoruyi is represented by Mike George and Shayaun Saee.
Fins’ Hill skips team drills in practice with BucsFins’ Hill skips team drills in practice with Bucs
Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was held out of team drills during Wednesday’s joint practice with the Buccaneers with a thumb injury, coach Mike McDaniel said.
Eflin (shoulder) fifth Orioles starter to land on ILEflin (shoulder) fifth Orioles starter to land on IL
The Baltimore Orioles placed right-hander Zach Eflin on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday, taking another pitcher out of their depleted rotation.
Banged-up Braves sign Urshela after Riley injuryBanged-up Braves sign Urshela after Riley injury
The injury-plagued Braves signed Gio Urshela after losing star third baseman Austin Riley for the rest of the regular season.
Yankees’ Gil exits start with back tightnessYankees’ Gil exits start with back tightness
New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Gil was lifted from Tuesday’s game against the visiting Cleveland Guardians in the fourth inning because of lower back tightness.