Sources: Jets owner suggested benching RodgersSources: Jets owner suggested benching Rodgers
Jets owner Woody Johnson broached the idea of benching quarterback Aaron Rodgers during a Sept. 30 meeting with the team’s football staff.
Day: November 20, 2024
DeVito ‘sticking to football,’ trying to avoid hooplaDeVito ‘sticking to football,’ trying to avoid hoopla
Tommy DeVito, who went from third-string QB to starter after the Giants’ decision to bench Daniel Jones, said he’s “sticking to football” and trying to avoid the hoopla.
Goodbye In-N-Out, hello LeBron: What 49ers OT Trent Williams is doing to extend his careerGoodbye In-N-Out, hello LeBron: What 49ers OT Trent Williams is doing to extend his career
Williams, 36, has no plans of retiring soon and has made necessary adjustments to prolong his career.
Eli among 25 modern-era semifinalists for HOFEli among 25 modern-era semifinalists for HOF
Two-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning, prolific tight end Antonio Gates and dominant pass rusher Jared Allen are among the 25 modern-era candidates for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame class.
Russell Westbrook Becomes First Player With 200 Triple-DoublesRussell Westbrook Becomes First Player With 200 Triple-Doubles
Russell Westbrook put up his first triple-double with the Denver Nuggets in the team’s victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday. It was a milestone for Westbrook, as he became the first player in NBA history to record 200 career triple-doubles.
Westbrook has averaged a triple-double in three different seasons in his career. He pulled off the feat twice with the Oklahoma City Thunder, including during his MVP season in 2016-17. Westbrook then averaged a triple-double in his lone season with the Washington Wizards in 2020-21.
Elfrid Payton, Pelicans Agree To ContractElfrid Payton, Pelicans Agree To Contract
The New Orleans Pelicans and guard Elfrid Payton have agreed to a contract. Payton will give the injury-ravaged Pelicans some additional depth in the backcourt.
The veteran point guard went to camp with the Pelicans before joining New Orleans G League affiliate, the Birmingham Squadron. Payton hasn’t played in a game for the Squadron as of yet.
New Orleans is without Dejounte Murray, C.J. McCollum, Jose Alvarado and Jordan Hawkins in their backcourt. Zion Williamson and Herb Jones are also out with long-term injuries for the Pelicans.
Last season, in 29 G League games with the Indiana Mad Ants, Payton averaged 11.9 points, 5.3 rebounds and 9.0 assists per game. The eight-year veteran has also played for the Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns and New York Knicks, in addition to the Pelicans, in his career.
Leafs’ Matthews in Germany for injury treatmentLeafs’ Matthews in Germany for injury treatment
Toronto general manager Brad Treliving said following Tuesday’s practice that Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews, out since Nov. 5 with an upper-body injury, is in Germany to see a doctor, the center has worked with in the past, “as a general checkup.”
Are the Winnipeg Jets really this good? Inside their hot start — and whether it’s sustainableAre the Winnipeg Jets really this good? Inside their hot start — and whether it’s sustainable
In a season of surprises, none have been more shocking than the Jets’ sudden ascent. What’s changed? And are they now a Stanley Cup favorite?
Who would make the roster of Team North America in 2024-25? Projecting the full lineupWho would make the roster of Team North America in 2024-25? Projecting the full lineup
The under-24 group was the best part of the 2016 World Cup of Hockey. If such a team existed for the 4 Nations Face-Off, here’s who makes the cut.
Suns Expect Kevin Durant To Sign Two-Year, $120M Extension Next OffseasonSuns Expect Kevin Durant To Sign Two-Year, $120M Extension Next Offseason
Mat Ishbia said that he expects Kevin Durant to sign an extension with the Phoenix Suns next offseason and finish his career with the team.
“[Durant] loves being in Phoenix, we love having him. He’s off to an amazing start this season — one of the MVP leaders — and we’re off to a very good start.
“We expect Kevin to sign an extension, be with us for the long term. We hope he finishes his career here in Phoenix,” said Ishbia.
Durant will be eligible for a two-year, $120 million extension this coming offseason.
Durant’s current contract runs through the 2025-26 season.
Durant has been out due to a calf strain since November 8.