How it all fell apart for Daniel Jones and the GiantsHow it all fell apart for Daniel Jones and the Giants
Jones was released more than a year after signing a $160 million contract, having won three of 16 starts.
Day: November 22, 2024
Purdy, Bosa out for 49ers; Allen to start at QBPurdy, Bosa out for 49ers; Allen to start at QB
The 49ers will start Brandon Allen at QB on Sunday against the Packers in place of an injured Brock Purdy, coach Kyle Shanahan said Friday. DE Nick Bosa also will miss the game with injuries to his left hip and oblique.
Players Era Festival: Schedule, teams, TV channels, streaming for the college basketball eventPlayers Era Festival: Schedule, teams, TV channels, streaming for the college basketball event
Here’s everything you need to know about the Players Era Festival, an eight-team men’s basketball event in Las Vegas scheduled during Thanksgiving week.Giants agree to cut Jones: Best for QB and teamGiants agree to cut Jones: Best for QB and team
The Giants are granting Daniel Jones’ request to be released, saying the sides mutually agreed that it “would be best for him and for the team” to move on.
Broncos-Chargers in Week 16 flexed to ThursdayBroncos-Chargers in Week 16 flexed to Thursday
The Chargers have had their Week 16 home game against the Broncos flexed from Sunday, Dec. 22, to Thursday night, Dec. 19.
Pickens slights Browns, blames loss on snow, refsPickens slights Browns, blames loss on snow, refs
Steelers receiver George Pickens attributed Thursday night’s loss to “the conditions and away game refs,” saying he doesn’t think the Browns “are a good team at all.”
Kyrie Irving Expected To Remain With Mavericks Long-Term Despite Potential 2025 Free AgencyKyrie Irving Expected To Remain With Mavericks Long-Term Despite Potential 2025 Free Agency
Kyrie Irving can become a free agent in 2025 if he declines his $42 million player option for the 25-26 season with the Dallas Mavericks. Regardless of the mechanics of what happens with his contract, ESPN’s Tim MacMahon considers it highly likely that Irving remains with the Mavericks long-term.
“He has a $42 million player option,” said MacMahon on Friday’s Hoop Collective podcast. “Look, I’m not telling you exactly how it will work out. My guess is he’ll end up declining that player option. But what I would say is I would be extremely surprised if Kyrie Irving is not in Dallas for the next few years. The Mavericks have already demonstrated that they are willing to pay, not market value, because they could have quote unquote won the negotiations with him. Remember, they were criticized for giving him the contract because nobody else.
“The point is they have demonstrated, ‘We value you and we will pay you how much we value you within the ability to have a little bit of wiggle room financially.’ They are going to put a big number on the table for him. He has been extremely happy in Dallas. They are extremely happy with him. He’s the leader of this locker room. That’s unquestioned. And, right now, he is playing as well as he ever has. Certainly as efficient as he ever has.”
The Mavericks acquired Irving at the trade deadline in 2023 and the subsequently agreed to a three-year, $126 million contract in free agency with a player option in Year 3.
“Things would have to take a real turn for it to be a situation where Kyrie is not part of the Mavericks moving forward,” added MacMahon. “I don’t see that as a realistic option for either side. Everybody’s happy.”
Sixers Expected To ‘Scour’ Trade Market For Power ForwardsSixers Expected To ‘Scour’ Trade Market For Power Forwards
Rival executives expect the Philadelphia 76ers to look to upgrade at the power forward position, according to Jake Fischer of The People’s Insider.
The team has several potential trade pieces, including KJ Martin’s $7.9 million contract.
The Sixers’ depth chart at power forward currently includes a rotation of Caleb Martin and Guerschon Yabusele.
Fischer also confirmed reports that Nick Nurse and Daryl Morey are not in danger of losing their jobs.
Cavs Ownership ‘Actively Pursuing’ WNBA TeamCavs Ownership ‘Actively Pursuing’ WNBA Team
The Cleveland Cavaliers ownership, lead by majority owner Dan Gilbert, is “actively pursuing” a WNBA team.
“Cleveland’s vibrant ecosystem of world-class assets, passionate and engaged sports fans, coupled with a culture that has allowed professional sports to thrive, make our Team and city uniquely positioned to provide an ideal home for the W’s next franchise,” said Nic Barlage, Gilbert’s chief business executive, in a statement.
The potential to play at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse and practice at the new Cleveland Clinic Peak Performance Center (expected to open in 2027) are the two strongest areas of the Cavs’ bid.
The Cavs have been working with the WNBA on a bid for about a year.
There are currently 10 cities bidding to get the 16th WNBA team.
Winston, Browns overcome miscues, snow to take down SteelersWinston, Browns overcome miscues, snow to take down Steelers
The Browns blew a 12-point lead in the fourth but rallied to defeat the Steelers on a snowy Thursday night.