Tim Benz: We can talk about Malik Willis and the Steelers. But let’s have the entire conversationVideo
The dialogue about the Steelers potentially being interested in free-agent quarterback Malik Willis seems to have cooled. The Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals and Cleveland Browns appear to be the teams most commonly linked with the current Green Bay Packers backup. That doesn’t break my heart. I’m certainly not sold on...
Steelers release veteran backup OT Calvin Anderson
The Pittsburgh Steelers released veteran reserve offensive tackle Calvin Anderson. The contract termination of the soon-to-be 30-year-old veteran of six NFL seasons was announced on the NFL’s transactions page. Anderson had appeared in 13 games over the past two seasons for the Steelers. He entered 2025 as the top reserve...
A look at the biggest winners, losers at NFL combine
INDIANAPOLIS — The national champion Indiana Hoosiers just keep making history. Less than two months after winning their first national championship and becoming the first major college football team to go 16-0 since the 1890s, the Hoosiers made themselves right at home during the NFL’s annual scouting combine. Heisman Trophy...
Chad Baker-Mazara’s dismissal from USC stemmed from more than 1 incident
LOS ANGELES — USC’s decision to dismiss top scorer and 3-point shooter Chad Baker-Mazara on the doorstep of the postseason left many wondering Sunday why coach Eric Musselman would seemingly sabotage his team’s already-tenuous hopes of making the NCAA tournament. To Gilbert Arenas, the former NBA star and podcast host...
Judge relishes opportunity as U.S. captain in WBC
PHOENIX — New York Yankees star Aaron Judge said putting on a Team USA jersey Monday carried special significance, especially considering the conflict raging across the Middle East after the U.S-Israel joint strikes on Iran that started three days ago. The three-time American League MVP is the U.S. captain heading...
NEC football schedules announced for Duquesne, Robert Morris
The Northeast Conference announced its 2026 conference football schedule Monday, with opponents and dates set for both Duquesne and Robert Morris. The Dukes host four NEC games at Rooney Field this upcoming fall, beginning with LIU on Oct. 10, followed by Wagner on Oct. 24, Robert Morris on Nov. 7...
Penn State’s Drew Allar has no regrets about final year, believes he owns strongest arm in draftVideo
About 15 months ago, quarterback Drew Allar chose to return to Penn State for his senior season, hoping to chase a national championship and solidify his NFL Draft stock as a top pick. Nothing went quite as he imagined. The Nittany Lions had a disastrous season, leading to coach James...
Westmoreland County campus clips: Latrobe grad stunned when Marshall drops swimming
Like her teammates and coaches, freshman Lauren Bell was blindsided by the news. In a cost-cutting move, Marshall Univerity opted to cut the women’s swimming team, effective at the end of this season. Bell, a Latrobe alum and former WPIAL standout, is suddenly faced with a tough decision: stay or...
It’s an OPS world in today’s major leagues with batting average in the background
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Batting average was a priority for Andrew Benintendi when he broke into the major leagues in 2016. He batted .312 in the minors on the way to his debut. Going into his fourth season with the Chicago White Sox and 11th overall, he is more focused on...
UConn remains unanimous No. 1 in AP Top 25
UConn heads into the postseason undefeated and still the unanimous No. 1 choice in the Associated Press women’s basketball Top 25. The Huskies, who have won 47 consecutive games, are 31-0 this season after routing St. John’s at Madison Square Garden on Sunday night. It’s the 11th time they’ve headed...
Duke extends No. 1 record in AP Top 25
Duke is No. 1 in the Associated Press men’s college basketball poll for the second straight week, extending its all-time record with the program’s 149th appearance in the top spot. The Blue Devils received 55 of 59 first-place votes in Monday’s poll following lopsided wins over Notre Dame and then-No....
Robert Morris’ DeSean Goode named Horizon League Player of the Year
For the second straight season, a Robert Morris men’s basketball player captured Horizon League Player of the Year honors. Sophomore forward DeSean Goode, an IU Indianapolis transfer, won the award Monday after finishing second for RMU in points per game (15.4) while pacing the conference in rebounds (8.6). He follows...
Federal judge allows Gabehart to continue working at Spire so long as he avoids Gibbs-related duties
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A federal judge ruled Monday that former Joe Gibbs Racing competition director Chris Gabehart can continue to work for Spire Motorsports but not the role he performed with his old NASCAR team. Gabehart is the chief motorsports officer at Spire, a job that encompasses most of parent...
Alika Williams starts scoring as Pirates top Rays, hopes to add value with defensive depth
BRADENTON, Fla. — Alika Williams knew that Jake Mangum had the green light to steal second base, so he took a few steps from third base and got ready to read the throw. When pitcher Mason Englert’s throw to second went wide of Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Jose Barrios, Williams...
Reports: Lions trade RB David Montgomery to Texans for OL Juice Scruggs, 2 draft picksVideo
The Detroit Lions traded running back David Montgomery to the Houston Texans for offensive lineman Juice Scruggs along with fourth and seventh-round picks, according to multiple reports Monday. Detroit dealt a veteran running back who wanted more carries for much-needed depth on the offensive line and extra selections in next...
Reports: Browns agree to acquire offensive tackle Tytus Howard from Texans
The Cleveland Browns agreed to acquire offensive tackle Tytus Howard from the Houston Texans for a fifth-round pick, according to multiple reports Monday. The deal cannot become official until the start of the NFL’s new league year March 11. Howard, who will be going into his eighth season, is also...
Pat Narduzzi takes stock of new group, coaches as Pitt opens spring practiceVideo
With the first of 15 spring practices complete, Pitt took the opening step toward coalescing as a team months ahead the 2026 football season. After Monday’s session, the Panthers will continue practicing over the next month-plus, culminating in the annual Blue-Gold Spring Game on April 15. For coach Pat Narduzzi,...
Mark Madden: Evgeni Malkin has earned another season, but should the Penguins give it to him?
Evgeni Malkin wants to play another season for the Pittsburgh Penguins. His performance this season merits that. But do the Penguins want Malkin to play another season? It’s not a simple decision. He has 13 goals and 34 assists in 44 games. Not a lot of goals, but over a...
Penguins forward Bryan Rust: ‘This is home’Video
Even after reaching the 30-goal mark for the first time last season, Bryan Rust hasn’t lost appreciation for that 20-goal plateau. He reached that mark for the seventh consecutive season Sunday during a 5-0 home win against the Vegas Golden Knights. “I’m proud of that,” Rust said after the game....
First Call: New spin on QB Malik Willis’ price tag; Goalie fight for ex-Penguin; Vince Trocheck trade rumors
“First Call” opens the week with a different twist on the Malik Willis conversation. A former Steelers defensive lineman will be leaving his current team soon. Pittsburgh native Vince Trocheck could get traded before Friday’s deadline in the NHL. An ex-Penguin got into a goalie fight. And the Robert Morris...
Madden Monday: Bad NFLPA grades come from ‘spoiled brat prima donna’ Steelers
Last week, it was revealed that the Pittsburgh Steelers ranked last among the NFL’s 32 organizations in the NFL Players Association’s annual report cards. During this week’s “Madden Monday” podcast, Mark Madden of TribLive and 105.9 the X wondered if that may motivate Art Rooney II to pay big once...
Tim Benz: Penguins handling life without Sidney Crosby as trade deadline approachesVideo
It wasn’t the most obvious path to a hot start after the Olympic break. But you can’t argue with the results. Knowing that the Pittsburgh Penguins would be without Sidney Crosby for four weeks because of his injury suffered in Italy, there was a reason to worry that their status...
Kings fire coach Jim Hiller, name D.J. Smith as the interim replacement
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — The Los Angeles Kings haven’t been the same team this season following their fourth straight first-round playoff exit, and general manager Ken Holland decided a coaching shakeup was the last chance to snap this team out of its funk. The Kings fired coach Jim Hiller on...
Lindsey Heaps, Jaedyn Shaw score as USWNT blanks Argentina in SheBelieves Cup
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Lindsey Heaps had a goal and an assist, and Jaedyn Shaw also scored to propel the United States to a sixth straight shutout victory, 2-0 over Argentina in the SheBelieves Cup on Sunday. The U.S. has outscored opponents 27-1 over its past seven games. Coach Emma Hayes’...
Cardinals extend manager Oliver Marmol through 2028, with club option for 2029
JUPITER, Fla. — St. Louis manager Oliver Marmol signed a two-year contract extension through at least the 2028 season, the Cardinals announced Sunday. The deal includes a club option for 2029, the club said. “As I’ve gotten to know Oli, I’ve seen someone who cares about this organization and knows...
