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Saints QB Derek Carr clears concussion protocol, could play vs. Panthers
NEW ORLEANS — Saints quarterback Derek Carr cleared the concussion protocol on Friday evening, increasing the liklelihood that he’ll start on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers. Carr, who left New Orleans’ 33-28 loss to Detroit last week with a concussion as well as shoulder and rib injuries, was listed as...
Patriots’ victory over Steelers shows support for embattled Bill Belichick after 5-game skid
With all of Bill Belichick’s accomplishments over two decades in New England, he’s never pulled this off before. The six-time Super Bowl champion — one of the greatest coaches in NFL history — had his players rallying to his defense in an attempt to end a five-game losing streak and...
Column: Jon Rahm’s move to LIV reminder of golf’s problems
So much for peace and harmony in the world of golf. Jon Rahm’s surprising defection from the PGA Tour to Saudi-funded LIV shows just how fractured the sport remains, even as it faces an end-of-the-year deadline to finalize an agreement that was supposed to make everything kumbaya. Only one thing...
Analysis: If a kicker once won NFL MVP, Tyreek Hill or another non-QB can win it
Tyreek Hill’s record-breaking pace this season has led to a persistent question that’s become a hot topic on debate shows. Can Hill become the first wide receiver to win the AP NFL MVP award? Mark Moseley was MVP in 1982, so if a kicker can win it, any player could....
Rivals Pitt, Louisville meet again with berth in NCAA volleyball Final Four on line
This is turning into something special. Two ACC opponents, both quite familiar with each other, will be playing for another chance at a Final Four appearance. Ah, the Pitt-Louisville women’s volleyball series. No, please, call it a rivalry. “They talk about Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier, and David and Goliath....
This year’s Heisman finalists are an ode to college football’s portal/NIL era with 3 transfer QBsVideo
NEW YORK — This year’s Heisman Trophy ceremony will be an ode to the new era of college sports, transformed by the transfer portal and NIL. Three of the four Heisman finalists are quarterbacks who blossomed into stars at their second schools and were having so much fun in college...
McCarthy back with Cowboys after appendectomy, set to call plays against EaglesVideo
FRISCO, Texas — Dallas Cowboys coach Mike McCarthy is back with the team after undergoing an emergency appendectomy just four days before planning to be the sideline for an NFC East showdown with Philadelphia. The 60-year-old knew he would be a big part of the story despite the division lead...
Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence considered game-time decision to play at ClevelandVideo
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence’s availability for Sunday’s game at Cleveland will be a game-time decision based on how he feels during warmups. Lawrence was a limited participant in practice for the second consecutive day Friday. He seemed to move around without any issues during the portion...
Browns not naming starting quarterback against JaguarsVideo
BEREA, Ohio — Joe Flacco’s second straight start for the Browns appears inevitable, if not essential. It’s just not official. Cleveland coach Kevin Stefanski remained noncommittal about his starter for Sunday’s crucial game against Jacksonville despite Flacco getting all the first-team quarterback reps during the portion of Friday’s practice open...
IOC confirms Russian athletes can compete at Paris Olympics with approved neutral status
GENEVA — Some Russian athletes will be allowed to compete at the 2024 Paris Olympics, the IOC said Friday, in a decision that removed the option of a blanket ban because of the invasion of Ukraine. The International Olympic Committee decision confirmed moves it started one year ago to reintegrate...
U.S., Mexico submit joint bid to host 2027 Women’s World Cup
CHICAGO — The U.S. Soccer Federation and Mexico Football Federation submitted a joint bid Friday to host the 2027 Women’s World Cup, competing against an expected proposal from Brazil and a joint Germany-Netherlands-Belgium plan. No proposed stadiums were announced by the USSF and Mexico’s governing body. The USSF said the...
Penn State TE Theo Johnson declares for 2024 NFL draft, announces Peach Bowl decision
Penn State captain and tight end Theo Johnson is off to the NFL — after the Peach Bowl. Johnson declared for the 2024 NFL Draft on Friday. He also announced that he will remain with Penn State through the Peach Bowl. “After a lot of thought and prayer, I will...
Pitt Take 5: Jeff Capel’s recruiting efforts put shooters on roster, points on scoreboard
After a five-game stretch against power conference teams, Pitt coach Jeff Capel said he has stockpiled plenty of information about his team. He knows his players like to shoot and are good at it, and he also knows they work hard on defense. He said recent recruiting efforts were intentionally...
After 2nd straight upset loss, Steelers searching for ways to reverse late-season slide
It was only three seasons ago that the Pittsburgh Steelers, off to a franchise-best 11-0 start, lost four of their final five regular-season games. That slide set the tone for their one-and-done playoff appearance, a 48-37 home defeat to the Cleveland Browns. On the other side of the country, the...
Steelers’ Christian Kuntz, Mike Tomlin in disbelief over false start call on punt
A bob of the head left Christian Kuntz scratching his head, while Mike Tomlin was left figuratively shaking his dismissively. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ long snapper, Kuntz was flagged for a curious false start during the fourth quarter of Thursday night’s loss to the New England Patriots. “I was given an...
After healthy scratch, DL DeMarvin Leal vows to earn way back on field for Steelers
DeMarvin Leal is so oozing with talent, he has never had to deal with what he encountered Thursday. His coaches told him they wouldn’t be needing his services. Leal admitted that being designated a healthy scratch by the Pittsburgh Steelers hurt. “Definitely did,” Leal said. “But it’s the name of...
Tim Benz: Kareem Rozier’s maturity, leadership keys to Duquesne’s early success
Duquesne sophomore point guard Kareem Rozier turned 19 right before Thanksgiving. But if you meet him, talk to him, or just see him run the Dukes on the floor, you might say to yourself, “Are we sure he isn’t 29? Or 39? And is he really running the point? Or...
5 things we learned: Lack of faith in running game late hurts Steelers’ cause
Five things we learned from Patriots 21, Steelers 18: 1. Rundown feeling New England entered the game with the NFL’s third-ranked run defense, so it wasn’t like the Steelers didn’t know they might have a difficult time running the ball. Falling into an 18-point deficit in the first half also...
Penguins recall trio from Wilkes-Barre/ScrantonVideo
The Pittsburgh Penguins made a series of transactions Friday morning in advance of their road game against the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Fla. Most notably, forward Noel Acciari, who has been sidelined for the past three games due to an undisclosed ailment, was placed on injured...
Penn State could make college football history in 2023 Peach Bowl
Penn State’s trip to the Peach Bowl on Dec. 30 to face off against Ole Miss brings an opportunity for the Nittany Lions to make college football history. The Nittany Lions have recorded a win in five of the “New Year’s Six” bowl games — the Rose Bowl, Sugar Bowl,...
Mark Madden: Steelers should fire Mike Tomlin
Coach Mike Tomlin should be fired the minute this wasted Steelers season ends. Enough with adhering religiously to what daddy and granddaddy did. When the coach deserves to be fired, fire him. Never changing coaches is supposed to give the Steelers stability. Do these Steelers look stable to you? Tomlin’s...
Steelers vs. Patriots: What they’re saying in New England after 21-18 win
For the first time this season, the New England Patriots had some life. Thanks to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Sports writers for the Boston Globe and Boston Herald remarked Thursday night’s game in Pittsburgh was actually entertaining. All at the Steelers expense. “How refreshing, how fulfilling, how doggone good did it...
First Call: Steelers’ upset losses result in historically bad stat; ex-ref disagrees with Christian Kuntz penalty
Friday’s “First Call” puts the Pittsburgh Steelers’ egregious losses to the Arizona Cardinals and New England Patriots into a historical context. At least one former NFL official thinks the Steelers got jobbed on the Christian Kuntz call Thursday night. The rest of the teams in the AFC playoff picture will...
Pirates A to Z: A starter upon arrival, Endy Rodriguez emerged as catcher of the futureVideo
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster. Player: Endy Rodriguez Position: Catcher Bats: Both Throws: Right Age: 23 Height: 6-foot Weight: 200 pounds 2023 MLB statistics: Batted .220/.284/.328 with seven doubles, two triples, three home runs and 13...
Airing of Grievances: Impotent offense, disappointing defense, scattered coaching as Steelers gag against Patriots
Under normal circumstances, I wouldn’t bat an eyelash at the Pittsburgh Steelers getting dusted at home by the New England Patriots. During the height of the Tom Brady-Bill Belichick years, that was a common occurrence. However, Brady is long gone and so is that era of Patriots football. They entered...
