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Bears GM Ryan Poles Addresses Justin Fields’ Trade; Latest On QB’s Preferred Destinations. By moving on from Justin Fields earlier this month, Bears general manager Ryan Poles achieved his stated goal of doing right by the former first-round quarterback. The latter recently discussed the lukewarm trade market and the team’s efforts to send Fields to a position where he might potentially play as a starter. Not shortly after signing Russell Wilson, the Steelers traded for Fields in exchange for a conditional sixth-round pick. The decision to move Kenny Pickett following Wilson’s arrival paved the way for the Fields deal and,…

Rangers penalty retake snub explained as IFAB regulation is in focus following James Tavernier’s miss. Rangers’ penalty from yesterday’s 3-1 triumph over Hibs was not retaken due to the IFAB’s encroaching rule. When John Souttar was clattered by Nectaris Triantis, the captain was given the opportunity to score from the penalty spot, but Hibs custodian David Marshall saved the defender’s effort. Scott Wright went on to score the rebound, but VAR ruled it out because Wright entered the box before the initial shot was taken. Many punters expected Tavernier to attempt a second penalty, but the game’s regulations say that…

It’s intriguing when rival or other college football fans anticipate a significant decline for Michigan football in the upcoming 2024 season. There’s an expectation for some level of regression considering the Wolverines’ remarkable national championship victory in a flawless 15-0 season. Such consecutive undefeated seasons are rare in college football history, with no program achieving this feat before. Adding to the challenge is Michigan’s daunting schedule. However, if the Wolverines manage to secure 9-10 victories in the upcoming season, they stand a solid chance of securing a spot in the 12-team College Football Playoff. While uncertainties loom, particularly regarding the…

Lakers are apparently looking to add a big name through trade. The Los Angeles Lakers did not make a significant in-season trade this year, but that is not stopped them from attempting to get a head start on something this offseason. According to Jovan Buha of The Athletic, the Lakers are still “third star-hunting” and are actively considering potential offseason acquisitions. Buha identified Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young as the “most realistic” option, noting that such a deal would almost certainly require the Lakers to give up Austin Reaves. Interestingly, the Lakers targeted another Hawks guard earlier this year, but…

The Chicago Bears made a significant move by trading away the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft, yielding an unexpectedly favorable return. Now, just a year later, General Manager Ryan Poles finds himself facing a similar opportunity. Although it seems unlikely that Chicago will trade the top pick again in 2024, acquired from the Carolina Panthers in a high-profile draft deal last offseason, the team is strongly considering selecting highly touted quarterback Caleb Williams with the first pick. This decision follows the recent trade of three-year starter Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a conditional sixth-round…

Miami Heat’s Jaime Jaquez Jr. reveals why he chose to travel to South Beach. Jaime Jaquez Jr. was fortunate to be picked by the Miami Heat, and he has been a standout for them this season, averaging 12.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.6 assists a game on 48.6 percent shooting. The 23-year-old UCLA product is one of the front-runners for the NBA Rookie of the Year award this season, which was not expected when he was selected with the 18th choice in last summer’s draft. According to The Athletic’s William Guillory’s latest essay, Jaime Jaquez Jr. wanted to join the…

Dalano Banton, a former Celtic, has been dominating since his trade to the Trail Blazers. Before the trade deadline, the Celtics and 76ers startled many by agreeing to a deal that transferred guard prospect Jaden Springer between the rivals in the middle of his rookie contract, effectively dumping salary. While Springer’s arrival, which brought defensive promise and youth, received the majority of the headlines last month, Boston discreetly made a corresponding move to maintain roster flexibility and save tax money, dealing Dalano Banton to Portland for a second-round pick (almost certainly not conveyed). “I wasn’t bummed,” Banton told CLNS Media/CelticsBlog…

I preferred Jaren Hall to be the Vikings’ quarterback. I apologize. Cousins, the Vikings’ injured starting quarterback, sounded the pregame Gjallarhorn before the Vikings and Packers faced off on Sunday night at U.S. Bank Stadium. Before doing so, he took off his shirt, revealing his now-traditional gold chain and recognizable nude body. He should have blown a bugle and sounded “Retreat.” Following the Vikings’ 33-10 loss, it’s not surprising that almost everyone in Minnesota misses Cousins at quarterback. What’s surprising is that nearly everyone in Minnesota suddenly misses Sean Mannion. After Cousins ruptured his Achilles tendon, the Vikings tried out…

RJ Davis named finalist for the Naismith Player of the Year. Despite an NCAA Tournament run and an approaching game against the Alabama Crimson Tide, RJ Davis has gotten another national honor in recognition of his outstanding senior season. On Tuesday afternoon, RJ was officially declared a Naismith Trophy finalist. He was named to the midseason team earlier this year, but is now one of four players vying for college basketball’s most prized accolade. Zach Edey, Dalton Knecht, and Jamal Shead are the other finalists, all of whom are still dancing with their respective teams. So far, RJ Davis is…

Can Spencer Torkelson of the Tigers achieve new heights in 2024? A.J. Hinch, the Detroit Tigers manager, stated that Spencer Torkelson’s expectations for 2023 have been elevated. That is likely a diplomatic way of expressing that the Tigers want him to be effective throughout the season, not just in the last two months. Torkelson, the first overall choice in 2020, concluded 2023 with a team-high 31 home runs and 94 RBIs and was awarded Tiger of the Year. It was his coming-out celebration following a difficult debut season in 2022. Torkelson, however, is expected to perform even better in 2024.…