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West Aurora's Warren Flatt plays long game into commitment to West Virginia as long snapper: "It's super cool'
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (669+ words) It's not necessarily a trending phenomenon, but senior Warren Flatt has joined what has become something of a new tradition for West Aurora's football program. Flatt, the Blackhawks' long snapper for the past two seasons, has verbally committed to West…...
St. Laurence's Sean Rice goes from mid-major prospect to picking Illinois for football: "It was a big shift'
2+ day, 18+ hour ago (677+ words) Seemingly in the blink of an eye, St. Laurence's Sean Rice saw his recruiting take off. Rice, a linebacker heading into his senior year, quickly went from mid-major prospect to being highly sought after by Power Four programs. The process…...
Photos: Inside look at Chicago Blackhawks development camp
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The NFL's Detroit Lions have released cornerback Terrion Arnold, who is charged over kidnappings
1+ week, 2+ day ago (540+ words) The NFL's Detroit Lions on Monday released cornerback Terrion Arnold, only days after his arrest over allegations that he orchestrated the abduction and beating of three men who prosecutors believe he wrongly suspected of having stolen luxury goods and $100, 000 in…...
Buffalo Bills will not honor O. J. Simpson in move to new stadium: "He is not a fit to display
1+ week, 4+ day ago (327+ words) ORCHARD PARK, N. Y. " The Buffalo Bills are leaving O. J. Simpson and his tarnished legacy behind in making the move to their new stadium this season, chief operating officer Pete Guelli said Saturday. After the late Hall of Fame running back's name remained…...
What to know about the Chicago Bears" possible move from Soldier Field
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (1538+ words) The Chicago Bears embarked on a new era in February 2023 with the purchase of a site in Arlington Heights where the team hopes to build a new enclosed stadium with a massive entertainment and residential development. In April 2024, the team…...
Parents of former NFL player Doug Martin allege excessive police force led to his wrongful death
1+ week, 6+ day ago (676+ words) The parents of former All-Pro NFL running back Doug Martin say excessive force by police and delayed medical care led to his death last year, according to a wrongful death lawsuit against the city of Oakland, Calif. , several police officers…...
NCAA panel approves new eligibility rules, giving Division I athletes 5 years to play 5 seasons
2+ week, 2+ day ago (490+ words) Eager to lessen the chaos of the transfer portal era, the NCAA on Tuesday approved a new eligibility model for Division I athletes that will allow five seasons of competition over a five-year period that begins with their full-time enrollment…...
Dates set for the start of Chicago Bears training camp and joint practices with 2 teams
2+ week, 3+ day ago (152+ words) Chicago Bears rookies will report for training camp July 25, and veterans will report July 28 to begin the lead-up to the 2026 season. "The Bear" was a love letter to Chicago. For the final season, here"s every local restaurant that was…...
Aaron Rodgers, 42, says the 2026 season will be his last in the NFL: "This is it
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (802+ words) PITTSBURGH " Aaron Rodgers took his time before deciding he wanted to come back for a 22nd season. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback already has made up his mind about a 23rd: There won't be one. "This is it," Rodgers said Wednesday when the…...