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High School Football Coach Allegedly Exposed Himself Via Hot Dog Bun
A football coach in Spokane, Wa. allegedly exposed himself at a leadership camp last summer by putting his penis in a hot dog bun. Jim Sharkey, the head football coach at Ferris High School in Spokane, has been suspended with pay while the school investigates claims that he exposed himself to students at a leadership camp last summer.
Watch: USC Unveils 2017 Cotton Bowl Patch
December 19, 2017 @ 1:41pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Watch: USC Unveils 2017 Cotton Bowl Patch Here’s the patch both the Buckeyes and Trojans will wear in the Cotton Bowl.The Cotton Bowl between Ohio State and USC on Jan. 1 is just 10 days away, and the anticipation is slowly building. Today, USC revealed the patch that both teams will be wearing for the heavyweight matchup.Check it out:FIRST LOOK: USC will wear a @CottonBowlGame patch on its road white jerseys for the big game against the Buckeyes.
Report: Georgia DB Deangelo Gibbs Away From Team With 'Medical Issue'
Freshman defensive back Deangelo Gibbs, a top signee in Georgia’s 2017 class, is reportedly away from the team with a “medical issue,” according to Jake Row of Dawgs247. The nature or seriousness of the issue remains unknown. Gibbs did not travel with the team to Georgia Tech or the SEC Championship game, although it’s unclear if those absences are related. Gibbs was the No. 49 overall recruit in the 2017 class, and the No. 4 ranked safety, per 247 Sports.
Oklahoma Upsets No. 3 Wichita State, 91-83
The Oklahoma Sooners upset the No. 3 Wichita State Shockers at home on Saturday, handing WSU its second loss of the season. Freshman phenom Trae Young exploded for 29 points (21 in the first half) and 10 assists, while fellow freshman Brady Manek chipped in 21 points of his own with 15 coming from behind the arc.
Upset Alert: No. 13 Kansas Struggling Versus Nebraska, Up 36-33 At Half
Kansas is struggling big-time versus Nebraska tonight, as the Jayhawks boast only a 3-point lead at halftime. On paper, Kansas is the far superior team, but tonight the Jayhawks have looked, well, average, with sloppy play and poor defense. At halftime, the Jayhawks are shooting 43 percent and have turned the ball over seven times. Sophomore Udoka Azubuike has been the lone bright spot with 14 points on 7-of-10 shooting.
4-Star WR, Florida Commit Tyquan Thornton Flips To Baylor
December 16, 2017 @ 9:41pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 04-Star WR, Florida Commit Tyquan Thornton Flips To Baylor Florida’s 2018 recruiting class just took another hit.Florida has lost its second recruit in the span of a week. On Thursday, 4-star QB Matt Corral flipped to Ole Miss, and today, 4-star WR Tyquan Thornton flipped to Baylor.Thornton made the announcement on Twitter.Check it out: ..? #Blessed?? pic.twitter.com/QLbrnniys2— T.Thornton4??
Twitter Reacts To Massive Trade That Sends Matt Kemp To Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves were involved in an absolute mega-trade today. Left fielder Matt Kemp will be returning to Los Angeles in exchange for first baseman Adrian Gonzalez, infielder Charlie Culberson and pitchers Brandon McCarthy and Scott Kazmir, who will all head to Atlanta along with cash considerations. It was a stunner of a deal, and Twitter naturally went ballistic.
Georgia State Runs Flea Flicker To Perfection, Scores 42-Yard TD
December 16, 2017 @ 5:21pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Georgia State Runs Flea Flicker To Perfection, Scores 42-Yard TD We have our first trick play of the bowl season.Georgia State and Western Kentucky are duking it out in the Cure Bowl today, and up three points in the third quarter, the Panthers decided to get fancy—on first down, no less.It worked to perfection, as the flea clicker caught the defense completely off guard, leading to a 42-yard score.Check it: TRICKERY!!!TD @GeorgiaStateFB.
Watch: Schottenstein Center Evacuated During Second Half Of Ohio State Game
December 16, 2017 @ 8:35pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Watch: Schottenstein Center Evacuated During Second Half Of Ohio State Game Schottenstein Center had to be evacuated mid-game after an exhaust fan failed, setting off an alarm.The Ohio State-Appalachian State game took a strange turn during the second half, when an alarm began sounding off throughout the complex just two minutes into the half.The game came to a halt as players and fans began evacuating the stadium.Check it out: At the time it...
Ohio State QB J.T. Barrett Is Already Back To Practicing 'Without Restrictions'
December 16, 2017 @ 10:24pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Ohio State QB J.T. Barrett Is Already Back To Practicing ‘Without Restrictions’ J.T. Barrett has no limitations despite having knee surgery just three weeks ago.Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett had arthroscopic knee surgery just three weeks ago, but he’s feeling just fine.
Packers QB Aaron Rodgers Officially Taken Off IR
December 16, 2017 @ 7:44pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Packers QB Aaron Rodgers Officially Taken Off IR Aaron Rodgers has been activated from injured reserve.Aaro Rodgers is back.The Green Bay Packers announced today that two-time MVP Aaron Rodgers has been activated from the IR and will be available to play this Sunday versus the Carolina Panthers.Check it out: Aaron Rodgers has been activated from injured reserve.ð“°: https://t.co/alYEV2dLjE pic.twitter.com/69XRB2FpyD— Green Bay Packers...
Nick Saban Still Really Hates The Early Signing Period
Alabama head coach Nick Saban spoke to the media tonight, and when asked about the early signing period in college football—a period that will start next week on Dec. 20—he didn’t mince words. To be blunt, he hates it. “Maybe I shouldn’t be speaking like this,” he added, per ESPN’s Alex Scarborough,” but I haven’t talked to a coach who’s happy with it,” he said. “… But we’re dealing with it.
Ohio State QB Commit Emory Jones Visiting Florida This Weekend
December 15, 2017 @ 3:46pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Ohio State QB Commit Emory Jones Visiting Florida This Weekend Four-star Ohio State quarterback commit Emory Jones is visiting Florida just days before the early signing period. Four-star quarterback and Ohio State commit Emory Jones will visit Florida this weekend, according to 247Sports. Jones is the No. 4 ranked dual-threat quarterback in the nation.
Watch: Teacher Gets Emotional After Students Surprise Him With Duke Tickets For Christmas
Videos of people receiving surprise gifts will never get old, and the one you’re about to see might get you choked up. Bill Slayton, an English teacher at Porter-Gaud, is a huge Duke fan, so when his students surprised him with tickets to the Duke-Florida State game, he was overcome with emotion.
Video: LeBron James' Secret Chat With Lonzo Ball Got Picked Up By An On-Court Mic
The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the Los Angeles Lakers last night, 121-112, thanks to another classic LeBron James triple-double, but the bigger news was what happened after the game with Lonzo Ball. James, who has long been a vocal supporter of Lonzo Ball, pulled the rookie aside and appeared to give him words of advice. It was hard to tell, because he covered his mouth with his jersey. Ball appeared to be listening intently, then the two shook up and went their separate ways.
Iowa Hawkeyes Land 3-Star QB Commit Spencer Petras
Iowa just added another talented recruit to its 2018 class in Spencer Petras. On Friday morning, 3-star quarterback Spencer Petras changed his commitment from Oregon State to Iowa. Petras initially committed to the Beavers this past May.
Michigan State Commit Thomas Kithier Ruled Ineligible For Senior Season
Michigan State commit Thomas Kithier, a senior at Clarkston High School, was ruled ineligible to play his senior season by the MHSAA earlier this week, according to Spartan Nation’s Hondo Carpenter. Kithier’s former school, Dakota High School, sent a complaint to the MHSAA that his transfer was athletically motivated, alleging that Kithier wanted to play alongside his friend and future teammate, Foster Loyer. The MHSAA subsequently ruled in favor of Dakota High.
Penn State DC Brent Pry Will Remain With Nittany Lions Despite Coaching Offer
December 15, 2017 @ 12:51pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Penn State DC Brent Pry Will Remain With Nittany Lions Penn State defensive coordinator Brent Pry says he’s staying put.Penn State fans can rest easy, because for now it appears the Nittany Lions will only lose one coordinator this offseason.After Mississippi State poached offensive coordinator Joe Moorhead earlier this month, reports soon came out that defensive coordinator Brent Pry was the leading candidate for the Louisiana-Lafayette...
Les Miles Reveals He Hasn't Been Offered A Single Head Coaching Job
December 14, 2017 @ 1:53pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Les Miles Reveals He Hasn’t Been Offered A Single Head Coaching Job The former LSU head coach says he hasn’t received a single offer.Les Miles hasn’t been in the college game since 2016, when he was unceremoniously fired by LSU after an 18-13 loss to Auburn, and the prospects of him finding a head coaching gig now appear to be pretty grim.Miles joined Marcus Spears on ESPN Radio this week and was asked how many schools have reached out to...
The 2 Most Difficult Games On Michigan’s 2018 Schedule
Michigan will face off against South Carolina in the Outback Bowl on Jan. 1, but many fans are already excited for the upcoming season—especially with the announcement that Michigan landed Ole Miss transfer Shea Patterson. After a sup-par year in which the Wolverines struggled to find a signal-caller, Patterson should be able to take over as the starter from the time he arrives in Ann Arbor. With that in mind, here’s the schedule for Michigan’s 2018 season: The two toughest games?
Warren Sapp gives bizarre explanation for the sexual harassment allegations against him by a former NFL Network employee
Former NFL defensive lineman Warren Sapp was among the NFL Network employees accused of sexual harassment by Jami Cantor earlier this week, and in a radio interview Wednesday, Sapp gave some more details providing his side of the story. Some of what he says in the interview appear to back up the allegations made by Cantor, a wardrobe stylist at NFL Network.
Iowa Lands Commitment From 3-Star WR Calvin Lockett
Iowa added another talented recruit to its 2018 class. Late Wednesday night, 3-star wide receiver Calvin Lockett announced his commitment to Iowa on Twitter. In the post, he thanked his friends and family for their support. Lockett is the No. 136 ranked wide receiver in the 2018 class, per 247 Sports. Lockett, a Florida native had competing offers from several big-name schools, including FAU, Indiana, Kentucky, Syracuse and Wisconsin—among others.
Injured Kentucky F Jarred Vanderbilt's Cryptic Instagram Post Has Fans Buzzing
After injuring his foot in the preseason, Kentucky freshman Jarred Vanderbilt was expected to be sidelined until January. But on Wednesday, the talented frosh posted a photo on Instagram that could suggest his return is coming sooner rather than later. While it might not signal a return to the lineup, it could suggest Vanderbilt is back practicing with the team or at least close to doing so.
Louisville Lands Commitment From 3-Star DT Allen Love
Louisville just added another talented recruit to its 2018 class. 3-star defensive tackle Allen Love took to Twitter on Thursday afternoon to announce his commitment to Louisville. In the post, he thanked his friends and family for their support along the way. Love is the No. 54 ranked defensive tackle in the nation, per 247 Sports. Love had initially committed to Ole Miss in June, but subsequently decommitted after an official visit to Louisville this past weekend.
The 2 Most Difficult Games On Oklahoma’s 2018 Schedule
Oklahoma is set to take on Georgia in the Rose Bowl on Jan. 1, but it’s never to early to get excited about next season. Although Baker Mayfield will be gone, the Sooners boast one of the top recruiting classes in the nation and always manage to reload well. The two toughest games? The matchups versus Texas and TCU won’t disappoint. The Longhorns are on the up and up with Tom Herman at the helm, and TCU was a legit CFP contender this season.
Pat Forde Calls Louisville College Sports' Biggest 'Dumpster Fire' Of The Year
Louisville has been thoroughly embroiled in scandal for virtually all of 2017, and today Yahoo Sports’ Pat Forde took the liberty of dragging the school through coals, proclaiming Louisville as this year’s biggest dumpster fire in college sports.
Tennessee Poaches LSU General Manager Austin Thomas
Tennessee head coach Jeremy Pruitt added an important piece to his coaching staff today, somehow managing to steal LSU general manager Austin Thomas away from the Tigers according to 247 Sports. As general manager, Thomas was “involved in nearly every aspect of the Tigers’ program from recruiting and player personnel to football operations and working alongside the coaching staff” per 247 Sports. It’s a huge win for Pruitt and Tennessee, as it adds a proven veteran to the newly-assembled staff.
Former NFL RB Larry Johnson Believes He Has CTE
December 13, 2017 @ 10:02am » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Former NFL RB Larry Johnson Believes He Has CTE Johnson says he can’t remember two of his seven seasons in the league. In an interview with the Washington Post, former NFL running back Larry Johnson revealed that he believes he’s living with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a condition doctors believe can be caused by repeated blows to the head. Johnson says he suffers from mood swings, anxiety, headaches and is often forgetful.
Lithuanian Travel Guide Welcomes LaMelo, LiAngelo Ball To His Town With Hilarious Video
December 13, 2017 @ 2:24pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Lithuanian Travel Guide Welcomes LaMelo, LiAngelo Ball To His Town With Hilarious Video If this video doesn’t get the Ball brothers excited, then nothing will.LaMelo and LiAngelo Ball are headed to the town of Prienai in Lithuania next month to start their pro basketball careers, and there’s no question the two will experience some serious culture shock.
Comparing Clemson, South Carolina’s 2018 Recruiting Classes
December 13, 2017 @ 4:01pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Comparing Clemson, South Carolina’s 2018 Recruiting Classes Here’s a look at the two rivals’ recruiting classes with the early signing period approaching.College football’s 2018 recruiting period is approaching a major early signing period, with prospects being able to sign with schools from Dec.
Comparing Alabama, Auburn's 2018 Recruiting Classes
December 13, 2017 @ 3:31pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Comparing Alabama, Auburn’s 2018 Recruiting Classes Here’s a look at the two rivals’ recruiting classes with the early signing period approaching.College football’s 2018 recruiting period is approaching a major early signing period, with prospects being able to sign with schools from Dec.
Comparing Oklahoma, Oklahoma State’s 2018 Recruiting Classes
December 13, 2017 @ 4:01pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Comparing Oklahoma, Oklahoma State’s 2018 Recruiting Classes Here’s a look at the two rivals’ recruiting classes with the early signing period approaching.College football’s 2018 recruiting period is approaching a major early signing period, with prospects being able to sign with schools from Dec.
Warren Sapp Responds To Sexual Harassment Allegations: 'I'm Always The Bad Guy'
December 13, 2017 @ 5:59pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Warren Sapp Responds To Sexual Harassment Allegations: ‘I’m Always The Bad Guy’ Here’s what Warren Sapp had to say regarding the recent sexaual harassment claims made against him.Former NFL defensive lineman Warren Sapp was among the NFL Network employees accused of sexual harassment by Jami Cantor earlier this week, and today in a radio interview, Sapp gave some more details providing his side of the story.Some of what he says in the...
Here's What The Coach The Ball Brothers Are Playing For Is Reportedly Like
As you’ve probably heard by now, the younger Ball brothers, LiAngelo and LaMelo, are headed to Europe to play pro ball, as the two have signed one-year contracts with the Lithuanian club Vytautas. They’re scheduled to report next month, and while it’s unclear how the two will fare overseas, what is clear is that their soon-bo-be head coach, Virginijus Seskus, is a bit…on the nuttier side, shall we say. He loves screaming and he loves trunk meats, apparently.
The Military Bowl Has The Worst Players’ Gift Package
December 12, 2017 @ 3:36pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0The Military Bowl Has The Worst Players’ Gift Package This is the worst bowl game gift package.It’s college football bowl season, which means it’s time to examine which the gift baskets that the players will receive for making it to their respective bowl games.
Report: Kansas State's Bill Snyder Plans To Return As Head Coach In 2018
December 12, 2017 @ 7:49pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Report: Kansas State’s Bill Snyder Plans To Return As Head Coach In 2018 Kansas State head coach Bill Snyder reportedly plans on coming back next season.According to a report from K-StateOnline.com, legendary Kansas State head coach Bill Snyder, 78, will return to coach in 2018.Oregon defensive coordinator Jim Leavitt reportedly had a verbal agreement to take over the Wildcats in 2018, but Snyder nixed the plan in hopes that his son Sean...
Ex-USC DL Noah Jefferson Releases Top 4 Transfer Destinations
December 12, 2017 @ 4:36pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Ex-USC DL Noah Jefferson Releases Top 4 Transfer Destinations Jefferson released his top four schools today.Former USC defensive tackle Noah Jefferson released his to top four schools on Twitter today, and it appears he’s turned his sights from the Pac-12 to the SEC.Check it out:New Top 4 ???? 1.Florida ?2. Ole Miss ??3. Arkansas ?4. Lousiville ??? — Noah Jefferson ?
2 Ohio State Players Named All-Americans By ESPN
December 12, 2017 @ 11:32am » Aaron NanavatyShares 02 Ohio State Players Named All-Americans By ESPN These two Buckeyes were named All-Americans by ESPN.ESPN released its list of college football All-Americans today, and two Buckeyes made the cut.Ohio State center Billy Price and cornerback Denzel Ward were both named to ESPN’s All-American list.Here’s what ESPN had to say about Price: An All-American in 2016 at guard, Price seamlessly transitioned to center this season, much like Pat Elflein...
Derek Jeter Is Getting Criticized For Attending MNF Instead Of MLB Winer Meetings
Florida Marlins part-owner and head of baseball operations Derek Jeter, once regarded as the golden boy of baseball, recently drew the ire of many for the already-infamous trade that sent NL MVP Giancarlo Stanton to the Yankees. And what Jeter did on Monday didn’t help his image, as the former star skipped out on winter meetings in Orlando, Fla.
FSU Assistant Coach Tim Brewster Announces He's Joining Jimbo Fisher At Texas A&M
December 12, 2017 @ 9:46am » Aaron NanavatyShares 0FSU Assistant Coach Tim Brewster Announces He’s Joining Jimbo Fisher At Texas A&M Fisher added another piece to his Texas A&M staff on Tuesday morning.Former Florida State tight ends coach and recruiter Tim Brewster announced on Twitter this morning that he’ll be following Jimbo Fisher to College Station. He’s the first of Fisher’s former staff to announce the news.Check it out:I will now join Jimbo in College Station.
Oklahoma's Baker Mayfield Wins 2017 Heisman Trophy
December 9, 2017 @ 8:59pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Oklahoma’s Baker Mayfield Wins 2017 Heisman Trophy Baker Mayfield is your 2017 Heisman Trophy winner.As expected, Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield won the 2017 Heisman Trophy on Saturday night.Check it out:Congratulations to the 2017 #Heisman Trophy winner, @baker_mayfield6 of @OU_Football.
Lee Corso: Lamar Jackson Will Go Down As The 'Best All-Around Player' Ever
December 9, 2017 @ 9:50pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Lee Corso: Lamar Jackson Will Go Down As The ‘Best All-Around Player’ Ever Lee Corso didn’t mince words talking about the Louisville star.Louisville quarterback Lamar Jackson didn’t take home the hardware tonight, but there’s no denying he’s been sensational this year—and that might be an understatement.At least one college football analyst believes Jackson will go down not as just a great quarterback, but as one of the best to ever play the...
Watch: Boston College Fans Rush Court After Upsetting No. 1 Duke
December 9, 2017 @ 2:27pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Watch: Boston College Fans Rush Court After Upsetting No. 1 Duke The Eagles upset the Blue Devils 89-84.The Boston College Eagles took down the unbeaten No. 1 Duke Blue Devils on Saturday, and as is tradition, BC fans stormed the court after the final buzzer.It was their first win over a ranked opponent since 2014, when the Eagles defeated No. 1 Syracuse.Check it out: Court storming in Chestnut Hill! Boston College beats #1 Duke.
Watch: Lamar Jackson Shows Off His Outfit For Heisman Trophy Ceremony
The Heisman Trophy award ceremony is just hours away, and Lamar Jackson has already got his fit ready for the big night. While 2016 Heisman winner isn’t dressed quite as boldly as he was for last year’s ceremony, his ensemble this time around is still fresh and clean. And here’s another look: Jackson joins Oklahoma’s Baker Mayfield and Stanford’s Bryce Love as the three Heisman finalists, with Mayfield being the heavy favorite to take home the award.
Plaxico Burress Doesn't Seem Pleased That Baker Mayfield Won The Heisman
December 9, 2017 @ 10:45pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Plaxico Burress Doesn’t Seem Pleased That Baker Mayfield Won The Heisman Burress didn’t hold back.Baker Mayfield won the Heisman on Saturday night, and while most people were happy for him (or at least accepted the fact he was going to win), one person wasn’t too pleased.That person? Former NFL wide receiver and Michigan State alum Plaxico Burress.
Watch: Baker Mayfield Gets Emotional Talking About Bob Stoops, Lincoln Riley In Heisman Speech
December 9, 2017 @ 9:35pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Watch: Baker Mayfield Gets Emotional Talking About Bob Stoops, Lincoln Riley In Heisman Speech Mayfield got choked up when talking about his coaches.Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield took home the hardware tonight at the 2017 Heisman Trophy ceremony.In his acceptance speech, he congratulated the other finalists Lamar Jackson and Bryce Love, and thanked his offensive line and everyone who has helped him along the way, but when he got around...
Here's How The Heisman Trophy Voting Shook Out
December 9, 2017 @ 9:03pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Here’s How The Heisman Trophy Voting Shook Out This is what the voting looked like for the 2017 Heisman Trophy.Saturday night, Oklahoma quarterback Baker Mayfield became the sixth Sooner to win the Heisman Trophy. Stanford’s Bryce Love and Louisville’s Lamar Jackson, the other two finalists for the award, came in second and third place, respectively.Here’s how the voting shook out.
Johnny Manziel Reacts To Baker Mayfield Winning Heisman
December 9, 2017 @ 10:02pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Johnny Manziel Reacts To Baker Mayfield Winning Heisman Here’s what the former Heisman Trophy winner had to say.On Saturday night, Baker Mayfield won the 2017 Heisman Trophy after a sensational season of football, and naturally plenty of people took to Twitter to congratulate the Oklahoma signal-caller.One of those peopled happened to be 2012 Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel.Check it out: Congrats @baker_mayfield6 from the Hill Country to...
Georgia HS State Football Championships Postponed Due To Inclement Weather
The Georgia High School Association has canceled all of today’s scheduled football state championship games at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga due to inclement weather and unsafe road conditions. The games will instead be played next weekend, though unfortunately not at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. According to AJC.com, six of the eight total championship games have been postponed, and those six matchups will subsequently take place at the schools of the higher-seeded teams.
Clemson Lands Commitment From 3-Star OT Jordan McFadden
December 9, 2017 @ 8:46pm » Aaron NanavatyShares 0Clemson Lands Commitment From 3-Star OT Jordan McFadden Jordan McFadden took to Twitter to announce his commitment.Clemson just added another top recruit to its stellar 2018 class.On Saturday night, three-star offensive lineman Jordan McFadden announced his commitment to the Tigers on Twitter.Check it out: Staying home ??? pic.twitter.com/cZtsvi6hOO— jmac?
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