Packers Reportedly “Leaning Toward” 1 Defensive Coordinator Candidate
Alek Arend
A closeup of a Green Bay Packers helmet.
The Packers need a new defensive coordinator, and head coach Matt LaFleur is zeroing in on one potential candidate.
Green Bay opted to not renew former defensive coordinator Mike Pettine’s contract with the organization this off-season, which wasn’t all too surprising. Pettine’s defense underwhelmed throughout the postseason.
The Packers are now in need of a new coordinator on the defensive side of the ball. Green Bay is reportedly “leaning toward” Joe Barry.
Barry was the Rams’ linebackers and assistant head coach during the 2020 season. He spent time together with LaFleur in Los Angeles in 2017.
Buccaneers Announce Official Game Status For WR Antonio Brown
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Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Brown on Sunday.
Will Antonio Brown suit up and take on the Chiefs this weekend in Super Bowl LV? The Buccaneers gave fans a slight clue regarding AB’s game status on Friday.
We’re just two days away from the biggest game in sports. Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers will square off with Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs from Raymond James Stadium on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. ET on CBS.
The Bucs should be close to full health when the game kicks off this weekend. Safeties Jordan Whitehead and Antoine Winfield and linebacker Lavonte David are all expected to play, per NFL insider Ian Rapoport. But what about Brown?
Former Alabama Standout DB Reportedly Joining Coaching Staff
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Shyheim Carter on the field for the Alabama Crimson Tide.
Former Alabama football standout defensive back Shyheim Carter is reportedly expected to return to Tuscaloosa.
Carter started at the “Star” or nickel position for the Crimson Tide during the 2018 and 2019 season. He signed with the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent this past season before joining the Atlanta Falcons’ practice squad.
Now, Carter will take a shot in the coaching world. The former Alabama defensive back is expected to return to Alabama as a graduate assistant on Nick Saban’s staff, per Matt Zenitz of AL.com.
Duke, North Carolina Will Break Incredible Streak On Saturday
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Duke basketball cheerleaders performing during a game.
Duke-UNC is one of the best rivalries in sports, but it won’t be the same when the two teams take the court this Saturday.
The Blue Devils are 7-5 this season. What about the Tar Heels? They’re not much better at 11-5. The two classic rivals are a combined 11-6 in ACC play so far. It’s safe to say Saturday’s blue-blood rivalry won’t feature elite basketball play.
That isn’t taking anything away from the rivalry. Tensions will still be high as the two blue-bloods square off on Saturday. But the ACC showdown won’t have the same flash it’s had in prior years.
Bradley Beal Sends Clear Message About His NBA Future
Alek Arend
January 28, 2021, 10:43 AM
Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards celebrates with Thomas Bryant #13 after hitting a three pointer
Bradley Beal has given his heart and soul to the Washington Wizards these past few years, but doesn’t have many wins to show for it.
Beal dropped 47 points Wednesday night and it still wasn’t enough to beat the New Orleans Pelicans. Fans couldn’t help but notice how sad the star guard was after losing another game.
Take a look.
Naturally, plenty of fans think it’s time Beal demands a trade, but the Wizards’ superstar appears to be committed to the process in D.C. He admitted as much on Wednesday during his postgame presser.