In this episode of Inside Coverage, hosts Jason Fitz and Frank Schwab give their grades for every head coaching hire so far (looking at you, New Orleans Saints) and give their thoughts and analysis on the latest news around the NFL.
Manchester City 3-1 Club Brugge: Champions League – as it happened
City went behind just before half-time but Savinho, on as sub, helped change the game, and City ran out comfortable winners to qualify for the playoffs
Which is to say there are a lot of teams in the playoff and last 16 who, if they turn up, are capable of beating opponents with more money. I guess the likelihood is that, by the last eight and definitely by the last four, it’s the usual names, but don’t rule out some surprises. No one will fancy facing Atalanta or Villa, while Leverkusen also have a chance.
I may receive heat for this hot take, but none of the below are all that are they? Liverpool are good, of course, but they’re not that good; already this season, Barca have lost to Osasuna, Las Palmas and Leganes; yet they’ve clattered Madrid, who generally hang about until someone good does something good, twice; and so on.
Continue reading...Champions League: Aston Villa 4-2 Celtic, Girona 1-2 Arsenal, PSV 3-2 Liverpool – as it happened
All five British clubs survived to fight another day as the Champions League league phase came to an end
Here we go, then. It’s on. I’m going in. Good luck everyone.
The teams are out! Of the 36 currently doing their stretches, politely listening to corporate anthems, shaking hands, tossing coins and swapping pennants, only 11 are sure of their fate. Liverpool and Barcelona are definitely through to the last 16; Bologna, Sparta Prague, RB Leipzig, Girona, Red Star Belgrade, Sturm Graz, RB Salzburg, Slovan Bratislava and Young Boys already know the jig is up. Everyone else pensive, in their special place. A kind of hush, all over the continent tonight. The calm before the storm. We’ll be off in a couple of minutes.
Continue reading...Notre Dame hires former Rutgers coach Chris Ash as defensive coordinator
Chris Ash worked as a scout for the Jaguars in 2024.
Greg Olsen on demotion from Fox’s top NFL announcing team: ‘I’m going to call big-time games again’
Olsen has two more years left on his deal with Fox.
Daniel Cormier questions Israel Adesanya’s motivation entering UFC Fight Night 250
Daniel Cormier wonders how Israel Adesanya will compete heading into his first non-title UFC main event in years. Adesanya (24-4 MMA, 13-4 UFC) faces Nassourdine Imavov (15-4 MMA, 7-2 UFC) in Saturday's UFC Fight Night 250 main event (ESP
Fire outside Etihad Stadium causes disruption before Manchester City game
- Merchandise kiosk caught fire before Club Brugge match
- Presentation of new signings cancelled as area evacuated
An area outside the Etihad Stadium had to be evacuated before Manchester City’s Champions League game against Club Brugge on Wednesday after a merchandise kiosk caught fire.
The blaze broke out shortly before 6pm, close to where Pep Guardiola’s City team had been due to enter the stadium at around 6.30pm. Supporters had gathered in the area for a pre-match entertainment show which included on-stage interviews with January signings Omar Marmoush, Vitor Reis and Abdukodir Khusanov.
Continue reading...Who does Jason Kelce want to win Super Bowl, his old Eagles team or brother Travis’ Chiefs?
Jason Kelce, the retired Eagles center and big brother to Chiefs star Travis Kelce, says 'I'm rooting for Philadelphia and I'm rooting for Travis Kelce' at Super Bowl LIX.
2024 Fantasy Football Rookie TE Rankings: Brock Bowers makes history
Brock Bowers has already emerged as a superstar tight end while Ben Sinnott and Ja'Tavion Sanders are in search of breakout seasons heading into year two.
De’Aaron Fox joining Victor Wembanyama? The complexities of a potential Kings-Spurs deal
There are a lot of factors to consider when talking about a deal that would pair Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox.
Bill Belichick won’t be reading this (but you should)
Bill Belichick is arguably the greatest coach in NFL history.
Report: Warriors open to trading 2025 first-round pick as ‘sweetener’
The Golden State Warriors reportedly are shopping their 2025 first-round draft pick ahead of the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline.
Dillon Gabriel to honor every school he played for with Senior Bowl helmet
Heisman finalist Dillon Gabriel will honor every school he played at during Saturday's Senior Bowl. His helmet will feature Oregon, Oklahoma, and UCF.
Joe Rogan shares idea for UFC to get rid of weight cutting
Joe Rogan would like to see a major rule change in the UFC. Rogan, the longtime UFC commentator and popular podcast host, addressed weight cutting with former light heavyweight champion Jiri Prochazka and the dangers it causes to fighters' bodies. Rogan said that, like…
Blue Jays signing former Mets ace Max Scherzer: report
Veteran right-hander and future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer is signing with the Toronto Blue Jays