Falcons name Michael Penix Jr. starting QB over Kirk Cousins

UPDATE: The Falcons have named Michael Penix Jr. their starting quarterback moving forward. Coach Morris has named Michael Penix Jr. the starting quarterback moving forward — Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) December 18, 2024 —————————————— Less than 24 hours after a tepid performance in a close victory over a two-win Raiders team, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris … Read more

Devin Williams thought he’d join defending World Series champion Dodgers. Yankees beat L.A. to him

Devin Williams records a save for the Milwaukee Brewers in an Aug. 10 game against the Cincinnati Reds. Williams was surprised he was traded to the Yankees in the offseason, saying he thought he would be dealt to the Dodgers. (Aaron Gash / Associated Press) Closer extraordinaire Devin Williams had been told by the Milwaukee … Read more

Cardinals All-Pro safety Budda Baker agrees to 3-year, $54 million extension

Budda Baker is sticking with the Arizona Cardinals for at least a few more years. The All-Pro safety agreed to a three-year contract extension, the Cardinals announced Tuesday. Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the contract will pay Baker a total of $54 million, with $30 million guaranteed. This article will be updated with more information. #Cardinals … Read more

Windhorst explains why Warriors were fortunate to make Schröder trade

Windhorst explains why Warriors were fortunate to make Schröder trade originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area Programming Note: Watch “Warriors Now” with Bonta Hill and Monte Poole at 4 p.m. PT today, streaming live on the NBC Sports app. Watch the show later on YouTube and Facebook. The stars aligned for the Warriors to acquire veteran guard Dennis … Read more

Biggest concern for every contender: Lions, Eagles, Bills, Chiefs, Vikings & more | Football 301

In this jam-packed episode of Football 301, hosts Nate Tice and Matt Harmon break down each top NFL contender’s biggest concern that could send them home early in January. The Buffalo Bills kick things off, fresh off a big win. The offense is as dynamic as ever, while the defense—specifically the run defense—might be their … Read more