FOOTBALL

Dec 02 2025SPORTS

FOX Sports and Big Ten in a Money Showdown

Big Ten is a big deal in college football. It's not just about the games; it's about the money. Lots of companies want a piece of the action. Now, FOX Sports is standing in the way of a new player, NBC, trying to get involved. NBC wants to sell the rights to the 2026 Big Ten championship game for $

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Dec 02 2025SPORTS

Chargers' Star QB Justin Herbert Faces Hand Surgery Hurdle

Justin Herbert, the star quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers, had surgery on his left hand. This happened after he hurt himself during a game against the Carolina Panthers. The injury occurred when he was tackled by Jeremy Chinn, a defensive back for the Panthers. His hand hit the ground hard,

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Dec 02 2025SPORTS

How Pro Footballers Jump Higher and Faster Than Varsity Players

Football players, whether pro or varsity, need to jump a lot. But how do their bodies handle these jumps differently? A recent study looked at how professional and varsity football players from Ecuador perform two types of jumps: countermovement jumps with arm swing (CMJAS) and approach jumps (AJ).

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Dec 02 2025SPORTS

Coaching Chaos: When One Man Wanted to Manage Two Big Jobs

In the world of college football, things can get pretty wild. Take Lane Kiffin, for example. He found himself in a tricky spot back in 2017. He was the offensive coordinator for Alabama but had just landed a new job as the head coach at Florida Atlantic. The problem? He wanted to stick around at Ala

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Dec 02 2025SPORTS

LSU's New Coach Deal: Big Money and Unusual Perks

LSU has signed Lane Kiffin to a massive contract. It pays him $13 million a year. This is more than what Brian Kelly earned. The deal lasts seven years, until 2032. If LSU fires Kiffin without a good reason, they must pay him 80% of his remaining salary. There is no offset for another job. For exam

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Dec 02 2025SPORTS

Giants vs. Patriots: A Tale of Two Teams

The NFL's Monday night game is here, and it's a tale of two teams. The New England Patriots are on a hot streak, winning nine games in a row. They're eyeing a division title and a first-round playoff bye. On the other side, the New York Giants are struggling, having lost six games straight. They're

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Dec 02 2025SPORTS

A Fresh Start for Kentucky Wildcats

Kentucky Wildcats have made a swift move to appoint a new head coach. Will Stein, the offensive coordinator from Oregon, is set to take the reins. This decision comes hot on the heels of Mark Stoops' dismissal. Stein, at 36, is relatively young for a head coach but brings a wealth of experience. He

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Dec 02 2025SPORTS

Vardy's Weather Wisdom: How a Chilly Night in Italy Felt Like Home

Jamie Vardy, the seasoned footballer, found a familiar feeling in an unfamiliar place. The cold and foggy evening in Bologna reminded him of the typical midweek games back in the UK. He even joked that a little rain would have made it feel just like home. Vardy's quick adaptation to Italian footbal

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Dec 01 2025SPORTS

A Coach's Bold Move: Lane Kiffin Swaps Ole Miss for LSU

Lane Kiffin made a surprising career move, leaving Ole Miss just as they were about to secure a spot in the playoffs. He's now the head coach at LSU, a team known for winning big. Kiffin said he wanted to stay with Ole Miss through the playoffs, but it wasn't allowed. This decision came right after

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Dec 01 2025SPORTS

Michigan State's New Coach: Can Pat Fitzgerald Bring Back the Glory Days?

Michigan State is making a big move in college football. They've just hired Pat Fitzgerald, the former coach of Northwestern. Fitzgerald has a lot of experience, having coached for 17 seasons at Northwestern. He led his team to many bowl games, but things didn't end well. His last two seasons were r

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