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Police: Former Jets player charged with child cruelty after punching 15-year-old

Scott Mersereau finished his career in 1993.

The Daytona 500 Hasn't Happened Yet But NASCAR Already Has Points Leaders

The Daytona 500 isn’t until Sunday, but Denny Hamlin and pole-sitter Chase Elliott already lead the points standings in the the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. That may sound odd, because this is the first time since 1971 that drivers have received points in qualifying races prior to the show on Sunday.

LeBron Was Everywhere Tonight, As Usual

For the first time since LeBron returned to Cleveland, the rest of the Eastern Conference is not quaking in utter fear of the Cavaliers. Toronto just traded for Serge Ibaka and P.J. Tucker, and they clearly think they might have a chance to give the Cavs a run. Kevin Love is hurt and may not be back until the…

Maybe Not The Best Time To Tie Your Shoe

The Northwestern women’s basketball team hosted and beat Rutgers tonight, which is all well and good, but guard Ashley Deary still produced the lowlight of the night.

Anthony Beauvillier Gets Pranked, Scores, Makes Father Weep With Joy

Islanders rookie Anthony Beauvillier returned to Quebec for the first time in his young NHL career and had a real roller coaster of a night. His teammates lovingly pranked him right before warm ups and he took the ice alone. Beauvillier then followed up the lil’ prank by scoring in the first period.

Spielman claims there's no decision on Peterson

The Vikings’ general manager hasn’t spoken about Adrian Peterson’s future yet

Braves sign former UGA, NFL player Sanders Commings to minor-league deal

The Braves are taking their own flyer on a NFL-to-MLB hopeful.

2017 NFL Draft: Ranking the Houston Texans 5 Biggest Needs

NFLfree agency can change things, but as it stands now, here are the Houston Texans 5 biggest needs ahead of the 2017 NFL DraftA second-straight AFC South title belonged to the Houston Texans following their third consecutive nine-win season under head coach Bill O’Brien. Despite that, there …

New England Patriots: Would Eddie Lacy Make Sense?

The New England Patriots are expected to re-sign veteran running back LeGarrette Blount, but could Eddie Lacy be a similar back with higher upside?Whenever the New England Patriots are able to pair Tom Brady with a powerful running back who can churn out more than 1,000 yards in a given season, a …

Justin Verlander's Pre-Game Routine: Not Having Sex With Kate Upton

If you were super curious about how Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander’s job affects his sex life, well, now you have answers.

Maine Basketball Player Breaks Teammate's Jaw After Fight Over Locker Room Music

On the night of Feb. 14, an officer from the University of Maine campus police department paid a visit to the basketball team’s locker room after an ambulance was called in to pick up a player with a broken jaw. Senior guard Marko Pirovic was taken to the hospital, where he received surgery for two bilateral fractures…

Cleveland Browns: Should Team Kick the Tires on Alterraun Verner?

The Cleveland Browns are in need of secondary help. Could veteran cornerback Alterraun Verner be an option in NFL free agency following his release?The Cleveland Browns need to upgrade a variety of areas this offseason. The quarterback position is the one that’s going to be maintaining headli…

Buffalo Bills: Derek Boyko Hiring Shows Start of Image Rehab

The Buffalo Bills personnel change at the top shows a complete deviation from the course set by Rex Ryan.During the Rex Ryan era for the Buffalo Bills, they succeeded the New York Jets in becoming a media magnet in terms of personal relationsnightmares.From players underperforming, to coaches cons…

Vikings GM says Adrian Peterson's status not yet decided

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (AP) Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman says Adrian Peterson’s status has not been decided, two weeks before the deadline for exercising an option on the running back’s contract that would cost the club $18 million in 2017.

Binding of Isaac Racing Is Back From the Dead

Back in 2013, Binding of Isaac fans turned the single-player game into a competitive pastime where multiple players raced against each other, live. Races involve two players facing off simultaneously, side-by-side, with each running through the game as fast as they can. That scene faded for a while, but now it’s…

The Cycling World Is In An Uproar Over A Nasty, Mysterious Injury

The professional cycling peloton is currently wrapping up its preseason at the Abu Dhabi Tour, the last of the Middle East races. The first cobbled classic of the season takes place this weekend, but for now, the best sprinters in the world are enjoying the warm temperatures and flat roads of the United Arab Emirates…

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2017 NFL draft rankings: Top prospects by position

DeShaun Watson. Myles Garrett. Leonard Fournette. They’ll become household names to NFL fans by April’s draft, but for now, here’s how they stack up with the rest of the 2017 class.

Buccaneers release CB Alterraun Verner to save cap room

The Buccaneers save $6.5 million in salary cap room with the move.

NFL Combine 2017: Quarterbacks to Watch

The 2017 NFL Combine is not all that helpful when evaluating quarterbacks, but which of the top players invited at the position should you be watching?The NFL Combine is not always the best measure for quarterbacks, but does provide valuable insight for teams on the top prospects. The biggest valu…

Broncos to part ways with tackle Russell Okung

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) Russell Okung bet on himself and lost. Or did he?

2017 NFL draft rankings: Guards

Typically, interior linemen don’t sneak into the first round, but there should be a run on guard/center types like Dan Feeney early on the second day.

Today's Best Deals: $1 Dash Buttons, Wrangler Jeans, Your Favorite Bug Spray, and More

Cowboy-approved clothing, your favorite bug spray, and $1 Amazon Dash buttons lead off Thursday’s best deals.

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Jimmy Garoppolo's edge on the rookie QBs

Jimmy Garoppolo’s edge on the rookie QBs

Buccaneers cut CB Verner, save $6.5 million against cap

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) The Tampa Bay Buccaneers released cornerback Alterraun Verner on Thursday.

Totally Unsurprising Development: Russell Okung's Self-Negotiated Contract Didn't Pay Off

Offensive tackle Russell Okung, who signed with the Broncos last offseason, is now a free agent. This is unsurprising, because despite the fact that Okung had a five-year “contract” with the Broncos that was “worth” $53 million, the Broncos faced no financial penalties for cutting him.

Vikings GM says Adrian Peterson's status not yet decided (Yahoo Sports)

Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman says Adrian Peterson’s status has not been decided, two weeks before the deadline for exercising an option on the running back’s contract that would cost the club $18 million in 2017. Spielman addressed reporters Thursday for the first time since the Vikings finished 8-8 after a 5-0 start in 2016. Peterson’s hefty hit to the salary cap, which includes a $6 million roster bonus, has made his return uncertain.

Softball Player's Headfirst Slide Does Not Go As Planned

Carson-Newman hosted Erskine for a Division II softball double-header Tuesday afternoon. The series provided plenty of runs and little tension, as the hometown Eagles took the first game 10-2 and lost the second 8-2, ending a nine-game winning streak for Carson-Newman.

Sportswriters, Send Us Your Funny Old Photos From The Beat

Earlier today, FanRag Sports columnist Jon Heyman tweeted out the above photo of the reporters on the 1990 New York Yankees beat. For those keeping track at home, that is: