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Blake Bortles Responds to Jadeveon Clowney Calling Him 'Trash'
- December 22, 2017
Jacksonville fan Bonnie Upright claimed to ESPN that she came up with the idea. That has seen long-suffering Jaguars fans embark on a prank, ordering rubbish bins online and sending them directly to Clowney care of the Texans' stadium. That would be Blake Bortles of the Jacksonville Jaguars , who this month has completed 71 percent of his passes, is tied for the lead in touchdown passes and has the highest passer rating of any quarterback. (more...)
- December 22, 2017
Jacksonville fan Bonnie Upright claimed to ESPN that she came up with the idea. That has seen long-suffering Jaguars fans embark on a prank, ordering rubbish bins online and sending them directly to Clowney care of the Texans' stadium. That would be Blake Bortles of the Jacksonville Jaguars , who this month has completed 71 percent of his passes, is tied for the lead in touchdown passes and has the highest passer rating of any quarterback. (more...)
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope playing games while jailed
- December 22, 2017
Lakers player Kentavious Caldwell-Pope wasn't there for the game, not because he's injured or in the dog house, but because he can't leave the state of California. Though specifics behind his violation are not readily available, The Los Angeles Times notes that court records show the former Detroit Pistons guard was absent for several required drug and alcohol screenings. (more...)
- December 22, 2017
Lakers player Kentavious Caldwell-Pope wasn't there for the game, not because he's injured or in the dog house, but because he can't leave the state of California. Though specifics behind his violation are not readily available, The Los Angeles Times notes that court records show the former Detroit Pistons guard was absent for several required drug and alcohol screenings. (more...)
Panthers QB Cam Newton 'disgruntled' that Jerry Richardson is selling the franchise
- December 21, 2017
Newton compared his situation then, to Richardson's situation now. "But I take sexual assault extremely seriously and I don't want to offend anyone but having a lot of allegations thrown at a person, I don't think that is really fair". "So I'm just going to stay in my lane and worry about throwing touchdowns on Sunday, and let the rest handle itself". "I didn't approve of it", Newton recalled Wednesday. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Newton compared his situation then, to Richardson's situation now. "But I take sexual assault extremely seriously and I don't want to offend anyone but having a lot of allegations thrown at a person, I don't think that is really fair". "So I'm just going to stay in my lane and worry about throwing touchdowns on Sunday, and let the rest handle itself". "I didn't approve of it", Newton recalled Wednesday. (more...)
Ajax sack assistant Dennis Bergkamp in coaching clear-out
- December 21, 2017
There had also been a difference of opinion with Bergkamp, a club icon from his playing days, over the technical direction of the club, the statement added. 'Together with the supervisory board, we as management. are grateful to Marcel, Dennis and Hennie for their efforts for the club'. It would be recalled that Ajax were knocked out of Champions League qualifying in the second round by French side Nice, leaving them with the Europa League as their only option to achieve something in ... (more...)
- December 21, 2017
There had also been a difference of opinion with Bergkamp, a club icon from his playing days, over the technical direction of the club, the statement added. 'Together with the supervisory board, we as management. are grateful to Marcel, Dennis and Hennie for their efforts for the club'. It would be recalled that Ajax were knocked out of Champions League qualifying in the second round by French side Nice, leaving them with the Europa League as their only option to achieve something in ... (more...)
Transfer rumor roundup: Lozano to Arsenal, Luiz to Newcastle
- December 22, 2017
According to the same story, Wenger is keen on Lozano and is prepared to make the PSV attacker the most expensive Mexican player of all-time. In your opinion, is Lozano good enough to replace Alexis? Everton , however, are not the only side thought to be keen on adding the Mexico global to their ranks, with fellow Premier League side Arsenal also keeping tabs on the winger's development. (more...)
- December 22, 2017
According to the same story, Wenger is keen on Lozano and is prepared to make the PSV attacker the most expensive Mexican player of all-time. In your opinion, is Lozano good enough to replace Alexis? Everton , however, are not the only side thought to be keen on adding the Mexico global to their ranks, with fellow Premier League side Arsenal also keeping tabs on the winger's development. (more...)
NFL Minute: Jimmy Garoppolo vs. elite Jaguars and Rams defenses
- December 21, 2017
All my catches I've had, none of them were insane catches. He's an excellent head coach, an excellent play caller. Even though the 49ers have a 4-10 record, they are a much better team than the record otherwise indicates, after suffering through a rash of injuries that has left the team hobbled. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
All my catches I've had, none of them were insane catches. He's an excellent head coach, an excellent play caller. Even though the 49ers have a 4-10 record, they are a much better team than the record otherwise indicates, after suffering through a rash of injuries that has left the team hobbled. (more...)
Harden Scores 51, But Lakers End Rockets Win Streak
- December 21, 2017
Rookie guard Lonzo Ball added 16 points and nine rebounds while Larry Nance and Brandon Ingram scored 13 apiece for the Lakers . Rookie forward Kyle Kuzma set career highs with 38 points and seven 3-pointers, and the Los Angeles Lakers overcame 51 points from James Harden to end the Houston Rockets' 14-game winning streak with a 122-116 victory Wednesday night. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Rookie guard Lonzo Ball added 16 points and nine rebounds while Larry Nance and Brandon Ingram scored 13 apiece for the Lakers . Rookie forward Kyle Kuzma set career highs with 38 points and seven 3-pointers, and the Los Angeles Lakers overcame 51 points from James Harden to end the Houston Rockets' 14-game winning streak with a 122-116 victory Wednesday night. (more...)
Derek Jeter turned Marlins into 'terrible' mess: Dee Gordon
- December 21, 2017
Those are decisions that the individual owners make, and they do not have to be cleared by us or approved by us. Manfred: We do not approve operating decisions by any ownership. I would much rather have a situation where we're answering questions from fans who are passionate, as opposed to everyone sitting there saying all positives. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Those are decisions that the individual owners make, and they do not have to be cleared by us or approved by us. Manfred: We do not approve operating decisions by any ownership. I would much rather have a situation where we're answering questions from fans who are passionate, as opposed to everyone sitting there saying all positives. (more...)
Here's What Cam Newton Thinks About Diddy Trying to Buy the Panthers
- December 21, 2017
The captains of the Panthers held their own meeting with the owner and left the meeting feeling upset that he was going to sell the team. "That's how I feel about it". "Richardson take these allegations very seriously and are fully committed to a full investigation and taking appropriate steps to address and remediate any misconduct", team spokesman Steven Drummond said. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
The captains of the Panthers held their own meeting with the owner and left the meeting feeling upset that he was going to sell the team. "That's how I feel about it". "Richardson take these allegations very seriously and are fully committed to a full investigation and taking appropriate steps to address and remediate any misconduct", team spokesman Steven Drummond said. (more...)
Guardiola to play goalkeeper Ederson in new position against Leicester
- December 21, 2017
Guardiola failed to win a trophy for the first time in his managerial career last season, but as well as being hot favourites to win the league this campaign, his side visit Leicester City in the League Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday and Swiss side FC Basel in the Champions League last 16 in February . (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Guardiola failed to win a trophy for the first time in his managerial career last season, but as well as being hot favourites to win the league this campaign, his side visit Leicester City in the League Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday and Swiss side FC Basel in the Champions League last 16 in February . (more...)
Ex-Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli sends transfer request to Man City
- December 21, 2017
Balotelli won the Premier League title and FA Cup with City during his three-year stint at the club. "I had my best season there and there's a unique atmosphere at the club, I'd return to play there even without a salary". I want to remain, so we'll see. Balotelli admits he hoped to visit some of the players this week. "I won't lie - my dream is to wear that [Italy] shirt again", Balotelli said. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Balotelli won the Premier League title and FA Cup with City during his three-year stint at the club. "I had my best season there and there's a unique atmosphere at the club, I'd return to play there even without a salary". I want to remain, so we'll see. Balotelli admits he hoped to visit some of the players this week. "I won't lie - my dream is to wear that [Italy] shirt again", Balotelli said. (more...)
Arsenal and Manchester City in race to sign James Tarkowski from Burnley
- December 21, 2017
He accepted the charge but argued the three-games suspension was excessive. James Tarkowski was charged by the Football Association on Monday following an off-the-ball incident with Brighton & Hove Albion's Glenn Murray. The defender, who was signed from Brentford last season has been linked with a big money move to Chelsea or Manchester City following his good form this season. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
He accepted the charge but argued the three-games suspension was excessive. James Tarkowski was charged by the Football Association on Monday following an off-the-ball incident with Brighton & Hove Albion's Glenn Murray. The defender, who was signed from Brentford last season has been linked with a big money move to Chelsea or Manchester City following his good form this season. (more...)
Indians, Yonder Alonso Agree Upon Two-Year Deal
- December 21, 2017
The deal is reportedly worth $16 million over two years and includes an $8 million vesting option for a third year, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic . He spent the first six years of his big league career in the National League with the Reds and Padres, but never came close to the numbers he put up last season when he shifted leagues. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
The deal is reportedly worth $16 million over two years and includes an $8 million vesting option for a third year, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic . He spent the first six years of his big league career in the National League with the Reds and Padres, but never came close to the numbers he put up last season when he shifted leagues. (more...)
Giroud waiting on right offer to leave Arsenal in January, admits agent
- December 21, 2017
It [the injury] doesn't look very good. Wenger has said the forward will certainly miss the game with Liverpool on Saturday with an exact return date now impossible to give. Both teams made wholesale changes and Moyes said top-flight concerns - the Hammers face fellow strugglers Newcastle, Bournemouth and West Brom next - took precedence. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
It [the injury] doesn't look very good. Wenger has said the forward will certainly miss the game with Liverpool on Saturday with an exact return date now impossible to give. Both teams made wholesale changes and Moyes said top-flight concerns - the Hammers face fellow strugglers Newcastle, Bournemouth and West Brom next - took precedence. (more...)
Cleveland Cavaliers assign Isaiah Thomas to Canton Charge
- December 21, 2017
With the Charge not playing until Friday, the plan is to have Thomas practice with the Charge on Thursday in what the team is calling a full-team practice. McMenamin also reported that a late-December return is on the table, but the Cavs have ruled out a return before Christmas. He has yet to play a game for the Cavs this season, which may be one reason why the team is now third in the Eastern Conference going into Thursday night's play. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
With the Charge not playing until Friday, the plan is to have Thomas practice with the Charge on Thursday in what the team is calling a full-team practice. McMenamin also reported that a late-December return is on the table, but the Cavs have ruled out a return before Christmas. He has yet to play a game for the Cavs this season, which may be one reason why the team is now third in the Eastern Conference going into Thursday night's play. (more...)
Rams Place Pro Bowl K Greg Zuerlein on Injured Reserve
- December 21, 2017
Once in L.A., Ficken will be set to replace Pro Bowl kicker Greg Zuerlein , who was placed on the injured reserved list following a back injury. He has made 38 of 40 field goal attempts and is 12-12 from 40-49 yards and 6-7 from over 50 yards. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Once in L.A., Ficken will be set to replace Pro Bowl kicker Greg Zuerlein , who was placed on the injured reserved list following a back injury. He has made 38 of 40 field goal attempts and is 12-12 from 40-49 yards and 6-7 from over 50 yards. (more...)
Newcastle agree deal for Chelsea winger
- December 21, 2017
The Brazilian attacker is set to join the Magpies at the turn of the New Year once the transfer window re-opens. The 30-year-old Brazil global finds himself on the sidelines having fallen foul of Blues boss Antonio Conte , after suffering a knee injury earlier in the season. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
The Brazilian attacker is set to join the Magpies at the turn of the New Year once the transfer window re-opens. The 30-year-old Brazil global finds himself on the sidelines having fallen foul of Blues boss Antonio Conte , after suffering a knee injury earlier in the season. (more...)
Menu, guests, venue: All details about Virat Kohli-Anushka Sharma Delhi reception
- December 21, 2017
Social media has obsession with Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma's wedding as it's not going to die anytime soon. Several fan clubs have shared the pictures from the Delhi wedding reception. Guests expected at the wedding include Finance Minister Arun Jaitley , IPL chairman Rajiv Shukla and Acting BCCI President CK Khanna. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Social media has obsession with Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma's wedding as it's not going to die anytime soon. Several fan clubs have shared the pictures from the Delhi wedding reception. Guests expected at the wedding include Finance Minister Arun Jaitley , IPL chairman Rajiv Shukla and Acting BCCI President CK Khanna. (more...)
Texas sees first girl play, score in high school football championship game
- December 21, 2017
Nava said she didn't feel any pressure despite playing in AT&T Stadium and a freaky ultimatum from head coach Dwaine Lee. She put in some major work to improve her kicking game, where in six-man football, extra points are worth two points and field goals are worth four. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Nava said she didn't feel any pressure despite playing in AT&T Stadium and a freaky ultimatum from head coach Dwaine Lee. She put in some major work to improve her kicking game, where in six-man football, extra points are worth two points and field goals are worth four. (more...)
Bristol City were lucky to beat Manchester United - Jose Mourinho
- December 21, 2017
Ibrahimovic, who like Marcus Rashford had hit the post for United in the first half, thundered home a low freekick to restore parity seven minutes later. The Championship club have been entertaining the footballing world with their staged goal announcements in 2017 and, it being Christmas, clearly they've been doing a bit of festive filming with their team. (more...)
- December 21, 2017
Ibrahimovic, who like Marcus Rashford had hit the post for United in the first half, thundered home a low freekick to restore parity seven minutes later. The Championship club have been entertaining the footballing world with their staged goal announcements in 2017 and, it being Christmas, clearly they've been doing a bit of festive filming with their team. (more...)
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