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Hill’s special TD catch and Holland’s 99-yard INT return lead Dolphins past Jets 34-13Video
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Tyreek Hill celebrated a touchdown catch by giving the ball to his new wife in the stands, Jevon Holland returned an intercepted first-half Hail Mary attempt 99 yards for a score and the Miami Dolphins cruised past the New York Jets, 34-13, in the NFL’s first...
Pitt pounds Oregon State in NIT Preseason consolation game
After the second of Pitt’s five consecutive games against power conference teams ended in a 76-51 victory against Oregon State on Friday, Blake Hinson was asked to comment on that tough stretch of games. “Tough for whom?” Hinson said on the 93.7 FM postgame show. Call him brash, but don’t...
Steelers notes: George Pickens hopeful for more open offense under Eddie Faulkner
George Pickens said he was not aware of Tuesday’s dismissal of Matt Canada until he showed up for work Wednesday. As for new offensive coordinator Eddie Faulkner and the energy he brings to the Pittsburgh Steelers offense, Pickens probably won’t be asked explicitly to provide his input. He indicated Friday...
Brooks hits 5 from long range, scores a career-high 26 points as Butler beats Penn State 88-78Video
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Pierre Brooks scored a career-high 26 points, Jahmyl Telfort added 18 and Butler cruised to an 88-78 victory over Penn State on Friday in the ESPN Events Invitational. Penn State trailed the entire second half but pulled within 64-61 on Kanye Clary’s jumper with 7 minute, 57...
‘Not just a thumper’ – In 1st test in every-down role, Steelers’ Elandon Roberts thrives
Before Sunday, Elandon Roberts had appeared in 116 NFL regular-season games with 84 starts. He has won two Super Bowl rings, been part of three teams and been named a captain of two. But as much of a presence as Roberts has been in the middle of teams’ defenses, Roberts...
Mark Madden: Some advice for Eddie Faulkner in his Steelers coordinator debut
New Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Eddie Faulkner has blocked much of the local media on X/Twitter. But he hasn’t yet blocked me. So I must be doing something right. It’s in the spirit of that unsteady alliance that I offer Faulkner the following advice: NO JET SWEEPS. Don’t call any. Not...
Minkah Fitzpatrick, Montravius Adams remain out, George Pickens to play Sunday for Steelers
It was a surprise earlier this week when George Pickens ended up on the Pittsburgh Steelers’ injury report. By Friday, Pickens was back to fully practicing, and he had an explanation for why he missed some time. “I just got kicked in my shin,” Pickens said. “A little UFC action,...
4 Robert Morris players earn postseason Big South-OVC honors
Four Robert Morris football players earned end-of-season honors from the Big South-OVC Football Association, the league announced Tuesday. Cornerback Jermarian Jackson took home Co-Defensive Freshman of the Year, and receiver Noah Robinson and tight end Chaese Jackson were named first-team all-conference. Offensive lineman Luke Beltavski earned a place on the...
Duquesne brings confidence, momentum into FCS playoffs showdown vs. Youngstown State
As he headed home to North Huntingdon and sat down with family to celebrate Thanksgiving, Duquesne linebacker Gianni Rizzo probably found himself distracted by a barrage of phone notifications. At least, that had been the case earlier this week, as Rizzo’s former teammates at Youngstown State have been texting him...
Penn State’s James Franklin gets added police escort, but it’s not about protection
Penn State football coach James Franklin had enhanced security at the final two home games at Beaver Stadium but it was not the result of any specific threat, according to a university official. Having beefy uniformed Pennsylvania State Police troopers tailing the coach — in addition to the two university...
Bowl-bound West Virginia seeks 8th win while Baylor tries to avoid 9th loss
West Virginia (7-4, 5-3 Big 12) at Baylor (3-8, 2-6), Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET (FS1) Line: West Virginia by 8½, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. Series record: West Virginia leads 6-4. What’s at stake? Bowl-bound West Virginia can get to eight wins for the first time since 2018, when the Mountaineers...
Christian McCaffrey’s big first half carries NFC West-leading 49ers to victory over Seahawks
SEATTLE — After running for two touchdowns and helping San Francisco beat the rival Seahawks for a fourth straight time, Christian McCaffrey was going to enjoy his celebratory meal. The fact it was a Thanksgiving feast on Seattle’s home field made it even more delicious. “That was a satisfying turkey,”...
Pirates A to Z: Colin Holderman shined in setup role, including an immaculate inning
During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical, player-by-player look at the 40-man roster. Player: Colin Holderman Position: Relief pitcher Throws: Right Age: 28 Height: 6-foot-7 Weight: 240 pounds 2023 MLB statistics: Went 0-3 with a 3.86 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and two saves, with 58...
Pitt Take 5: Panthers seek positive finishing touch to sub-standard season
Pitt’s season ends Saturday in Durham, N.C., against Duke. It’s a game that appeared more difficult Oct. 14 when the Blue Devils were 5-1, with victories against Clemson and N.C. State and a 21-14 loss to Notre Dame. Since then, Duke is 1-4, including close road losses to North Carolina,...
DaRon Bland sets NFL record as Cowboys rout Commanders
ARLINGTON, Texas — DaRon Bland set an NFL record with his fifth interception return for a touchdown this season, Dak Prescott threw four TD passes and the Dallas Cowboys pulled away for a 45-10 Thanksgiving victory over the Washington Commanders on Thursday. The Cowboys (8-3) extended their longest home winning...
Coleman has 24 points, No. 12 Texas A&M beats Penn State 89-77 in ESPN Events InvitationalVideo
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Henry Coleman III scored 24 points, Wade Taylor IV had 23 and No. 12 Texas A&M beat Penn State, 89-77, in the opening round of the ESPN Events Invitational on Thursday. Tyrece Radford added 14 points for the Aggies (5-0), who lost to the Nittany Lions, 76-59,...
Defenseman Dmitri Samorukov found a ‘lucky ticket’ with the Penguins
Dmitri Samorukov wasn’t in the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins’ lineup for a 2-1 road loss to the Hershey Bears on Wednesday. It was the first time this season he missed one of their games. There was a pretty good reason for his absence. He signed an NHL contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins...
Jordan Love ties career high with 3 TD passes, leads Packers to win
DETROIT — Jordan Love set the tone with a 53-yard pass to Christian Watson on the first snap and finished with a career-high-tying three touchdowns, leading the Green Bay Packers to a 29-22 win over the NFC North-leading Detroit Lions on Thursday. The Packers (5-6) were in control of a...
Penguins break up forwards Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin on power-play units in practice
Radim Zohorna was in a familiar place during the Pittsburgh Penguins’ practice session Thursday in Cranberry. The front of the net. But the context was different. The 6-foot-6, 220-pound forward was on the top power-play unit. So was fellow journeyman Vinnie Hinostroza along with mainstays such as All-Star forwards Sidney...
George Pickens returns to Steelers practice, albeit in limited capacity
Wide receiver George Pickens returned to Pittsburgh Steelers practice Thursday, albeit in a limited capacity, a day after he missed a full session because of a shin injury. Pickens has not missed a game over his two-year NFL career and remains on track to play in Sunday’s game at the...
Promotion to interim offensive coordinator a bittersweet moment for Steelers’ Eddie Faulkner
Eddie Faulkner realizes the opportunity afforded to him. At 46, he has a chance over the final seven games of the season to state a case to be an NFL offensive coordinator, either full-time with the Pittsburgh Steelers or with another team depending on what transpires in these next two...
Steelers’ DC Teryl Austin impressed with Trenton Thompson, Mykal Walker stepping in
Neither Trenton Thompson nor Mykal Walker was with the Pittsburgh Steelers when training camp began. At this time a week ago, neither was on the active roster. But by this past Sunday in Cleveland, each was playing a major role in the defense during a road game against a division...
Quarterback Drew Allar expected to play when No. 11 Penn State faces Michigan State
DETROIT — Quarterback Drew Allar is expected to be ready, and backup Beau Pribula will be part of the game plan Friday when No. 11 Penn State visits Michigan State in the regular-season finale at Ford Field in Detroit. Allar was knocked out of the game against Rutgers early in...
Ryan Dunn, Reece Beekman power No. 24 Virginia past West Virginia at Fort Myers Tip-Off
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Ryan Dunn scored 13 points and grabbed a rebound off teammate Reece Beekman’s missed free throw with 2.3 seconds left to secure No. 24 Virginia’s 56-54 victory over West Virginia in the third-place game of the Fort Myers Tip-Off on Wednesday night. Beekman hit the first...
U mad, bro?: Steelers fans happy about coordinator move, but angry about much more
Since so many Steelers fans have been so desperate to fire offensive coordinator Matt Canada, I thought there would be more happiness about his dismissal. Instead, at least in my inbox and social media interactions, I’ve gotten much more: “They shoulda fired Mike Tomlin, too! They should move on from...
