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Clemson vs Ohio State: NFL Draft Prospects to Watch

A look at some of the draft eligible prospects who are participating in the Playstation Fiesta Bowl matchup between Clemson and Ohio State on New Year’s Eve.Ohio State Buckeyes:Running Back/Wide Receiver #4 Curtis Samuel, Ohio StateOhio State’s most versatile and valuable weapon, C…

Steelers must find out what they have in Justin Gilbert

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ acquisition of Justin Gilbert came as a surprise to many. After two dismal seasons with the Cleveland Browns, the former first-round pick was sent to the Steel City in exchange for a mere six-round draft pick in 2018.The Steelers have had success with taking first-rou…

Quarterbacks the 49ers Should Look At in the Offseason

The 49ers’ quarterback situation is very much in flux going into 2017, here we look at five signal-callers they should look at potentially adding.Colin Kaepernick will be the 49ers’ starting quarterback for their regular-season finale against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, but it is n…

NFL-National Football League roundup (Yahoo Sports)

Dec 31 (The Sports Xchange) – Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green, already shut down for Sunday’s season finale against the Baltimore Ravens, was officially placed on injured reserve Saturday. Six-time Pro Bowler Green, 28, will miss the last six games with a hamstring injury suffered during the first series against the Buffalo Bills on Nov. 20. Green was elected to the Pro Bowl this season despite playing in just nine full games, catching 66 passes for 964 yards and four touchdowns. — The Detroit Lions placed running back Theo Riddick on injured reserve due to a wrist injury. …

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Sark takes over for Lane Kiffin in running Alabama’s offense next year, and I think he’ll fit in just fine.

New Year's resolutions: San Diego Chargers edition

Today, I look at three New Year’s resolutions for the San Diego Chargers.It’s that time of year again; the point in the holidays in which many look introspectively and recognize a need for change. Needing to hit the gym more, eat less, read countless books, travel the world or save more …

Happy New Year, 49ers Fans, from Your Friends Here at Niner Noise!

Niner Noise wants to wish all you San Francisco 49ers fans a safe and wonderful New Year’s Eve as we get ready to usher in 2017. On behalf of the entire team here at Niner Noise, I wanted to take a brief minute to thank all of our San Francisco 49ers Faithful for a wonderful 2016…

FSU Football: Two NFL Running Backs Give Dalvin Cook Props

FSU football running back Dalvin Cook played his last game in garnet and gold Friday. Two NFL running backs saw greatness like FSU fans last four years.It was a travesty that Dalvin Cook was never named a Heisman finalist in the last two years with FSU football. He has been the best running back i…

Week 17 Titans viewing guide

The last week of the season is here. As much as it pains me to say it, the Tennessee Titans will obviously not be in the playoffs.However, that doesn’t mean that the Tennessee Titans have nothing to watch for. These are the five games this weekend that matter to the Titans.Tennessee…

Dallas Cowboys: 3 Potential Milestones in Reach For Week 17

It has been a banner year for the Dallas Cowboys. And Jason Garrett’s club can still put a few cherries on the top of their 2016 sundae.The Dallas Cowboys are seemingly always in the national spotlight. That’s always magnified when the team is in the chase for a Super Bowl title. Now u…

Ravens put LB Orr on IR, activate WR Keenan Reynolds (Yahoo Sports)

The Baltimore Ravens have placed linebacker Zachary Orr on injured reserve and elevated former Navy star Keenan Reynolds from the practice squad. In addition, offensive tackle Rick Wagner will miss the game with a concussion. Baltimore also announced Saturday it has claimed wide receiver Vince Mayle, who was waived by Dallas.

No, Canada

The U.S. beat Canada 3-1 at the World Juniors today to take Group B, and in doing so earned the raising of the Stars And Stripes. Alas, Canada was unable to complete that task either—and in doing so provided us one final cap-off of what was a stellar 2016 for this country.

Bears LB McPhee to miss finale because of shoulder injury (Yahoo Sports)

CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago linebacker Pernell McPhee will miss the Bears’ season-finale Sunday at Minnesota because of a shoulder injury.

Deadspin Up All Night: Raise Your Glass And We'll Have A Cheer

Thank you for your continued support of Deadspin. It has been a year, friends; we’re grateful that you were part of ours and will see you back here to start another one tomorrow.

Carolina Panthers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers game preview

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers close out the regular season at home.

Week 17 Prediction: Texans at Titans

With the Texans and Titans both having their fates sealed in this game, this certainly will not carry the same intrigue as it could have. But here is how I believe the Texans will do in their final playoff tune up:So far the Texans have won both games since making the quarterback change from Brock…

Kentucky Football: Boom Williams to Declare for NFL Draft

Kentucky Football: Wildcat sensation Stanley “Boom” Williams announces he will declare for NFL Draft, culminating a memorable career in LexingtonThe Kentucky Football program will say goodbye to a key component of a group of Wildcat players that, along with head coach Mark Stoops and…

Jacksonville Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts game preview

The Jaguars finish up the season on the road against the Colts.

Jared Goff Hopes to End Rookie Year On Positive Note For Los Angeles Rams in Week 17

Jared Goff hopes to earn his first career NFL win for the Los Angeles Rams during the team’s regular-season finale against the Arizona Cardinals.Between the firing of Jeff Fisher to Todd Gurley’s inability to record a 100-yard game, the 2016 season has been a year to forget for the Los A…

Lions' Riddick on injured reserve on eve of Packers game (Yahoo Sports)

ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions have put running back Theo Riddick on injured reserve with a wrist injury.

Cincinnati Bengals: NFL Week 17 on Men In Stripes

Have you heard a Matt Willson rant? Well, here it finally is. Matt tells you what irritates him the most this season with both the Cincinnati Bengals and some of the fans.Tim and Matt are back for week 17 in the NFL. It may not mean much for the Bengals and the games may end up sucking. However,…

Darren Sproles plans to retire following 2017 season

Darren Sproles will retire after the 2017 season.Few players in the NFL have been more electrifying than Darren Sproles has been over the last decade. In only three seasons with the Eagles, Sproles is tied with DeSean Jackson for the franchise recordof four punt return touchdowns. Hecurrently sits…

2016 Fiesta Bowl: 5 NFL Draft Prospects to Watch in CFP Semifinal

Looking at the five best 2017 NFL Draft prospects from the Fiesta Bowl between Clemson and Ohio State, the second College Football Playoff semifinal.The 2017 NFL Draft is just around the bend, sitting four months away at the end of April. As such, it’s prime time to start scouting the best pl…

Fiesta Bowl Preview: Buccaneers Draft Watch

The Buccaneers may have missed on the late Gaines Adams, but wide receiver Adam Humphries has been a steal coming out of Clemson last year, and the team will hope to find another when the Tigers take on Ohio State in the Fiesta Bowl on New Year’s Eve.The Buckeyes are always good …

Should the Jets bring back Sheldon Richardson in 2017?

The New York Jets have some tough decisions to make as they do their best to rebuild their roster for 2017. They should cut their losses now and get rid of defensive end Sheldon Richardson.Make no mistake about it, defensive end Sheldon Richardson brings more cons than pros at this point in time. …

Lamar Jackson And Louisville Got Shut Down By LSU

A weak first half—particularly from Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Lamar Jackson—doomed Louisville to a 29-9 loss to LSU in the Citrus Bowl.

Kevon Seymour Will Get Good Opportunity vs. Jets

Bills’ rookie Kevon Seymour is expected to start vs. the Jets with Stephon Gilmore in concussion protocol.Last week when the Buffalo Bills hosted the Miami Dolphins, Stephon Gilmore suffered a concussion and entered the league’s concussion protocol. After not participating in any practic…

Texans at Titans Game Information

Want to figure out how to catch the Houston Texans square off with the Tennessee Titans? Here is how you can do just that.Last week, the Texans clinched the division as Randy Bullock did what he does best–miss kicks in Houston. With that result and the Titans losing in Jacksonville, the 9-6 Texan…

Bennie Logan wants to remain with Philadelphia Eagles

Bennie Logan doesn’t want to leave Philadelphia.Defensive tackle Bennie Logan is scheduled to become a free agent at the end of the season, but the fourth-year pro has no interest in signing with another team.According to Eliot Shorr-Parks of NJ.com, Logan has been emphatic about staying …

Denver Broncos: Young players must prove themselves Sunday

The Denver Broncos aren’t playing for playoff positioning, but their young players have a lot to prove in the final game of the 2016 regular season…There are a lot of people saying the final game of the regular season means nothing for the Denver Broncos, but that simply isn’t true….