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Purdue player has no idea where their NCAA Tournament opponent is from

Purdue Boilermakers senior center Oscar Cluff is ready for the 2026 NCAA Tournament, but he still has some catching up to do on his team’s first-round opponent, the Queens University Royals. After helping Purdue beat the Michigan Wolverines in the Big Ten tournament championship game on Sunday at the United Center in Chicago, Ill., Cluff … The post Purdue player has no idea where their NCAA Tournament opponent is from appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Packers not ruling out major change to raise money

The Green Bay Packers may soon sacrifice an iconic part of their history to bow down to the almighty dollar. Packers president and CEO Ed Policy spoke to Ben Fischer of the Sports Business Journal earlier this week about the team potentially being hurt by its unique ownership structure. The Packers remain the only non-profit, … The post Packers not ruling out major change to raise money appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Purdue star Braden Smith had bizarre jersey change during Big 10 final

Purdue star Braden Smith had a strange wardrobe change during the Big 10 Championship on Sunday. Purdue faced Michigan for the Big 10 title game at United Center in Chicago, Ill. on Sunday, but the Purdue star did not look like himself. Smith typically wears No. 3, but early in the first half, he switched … The post Purdue star Braden Smith had bizarre jersey change during Big 10 final appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Peyton Manning’s son Marshall absolutely slings it in new video

Peyton Manning’s son Marshall looks set to keep the family tradition of quarterbacking alive and well based on a new video. Marshall Manning took part in the Music City Mayhem 7-on-7 event in Murfreesboro, Tenn. on Saturday, and video has emerged of one of his throws. Prep Redzone Tennessee’s Shayne Pickering, who captured the video, … The post Peyton Manning’s son Marshall absolutely slings it in new video appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dallas Goedert makes move that could help Eagles trade AJ Brown

In an unusual twist, the Philadelphia Eagles may find it easier to trade wide receiver AJ Brown thanks to the actions of one of his teammates. The Eagles agreed to a new contract with tight end Dallas Goedert on Sunday. The deal means the Eagles will no longer be on the hook for roughly $20 … The post Dallas Goedert makes move that could help Eagles trade AJ Brown appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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49ers may keep Brandon Aiyuk for 1 reason

Brandon Aiyuk may have played his last game for the San Francisco 49ers, but that does not necessarily mean the team will get rid of him immediately. Broadcaster Guy Haberman said the Niners would gladly hold onto Aiyuk for weeks or months if they felt there was a chance of getting anything of value for … The post 49ers may keep Brandon Aiyuk for 1 reason appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Russell Wilson took his stepson on his 1st campus visit

Russell Wilson accompanied his stepson on a campus visit to a pretty prominent athletics program. Wilson shared video of himself and his 11-year-old stepson Future visiting Texas together. The pair got to check out both the football and baseball facilities, and even met Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian. Future clearly liked what saw, effusively saying he … The post Russell Wilson took his stepson on his 1st campus visit appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Troy Aikman thinks he knows why NFL injuries have become so frequent

Pro Football Hall of Famer Troy Aikman has a theory for why NFL injuries have seemingly become more frequent. Aikman suggested that the restrictions the NFL has placed on training camp practices are at least partly responsible for an increase in early-season injuries. The former Dallas Cowboys quarterback made clear that the restrictions are better … The post Troy Aikman thinks he knows why NFL injuries have become so frequent appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Kenneth Walker was ‘irked’ with Seahawks before his departure

Kenneth Walker III’s decision to leave the Seattle Seahawks may have been a long time coming. Walker was “privately irked” at having to share the running back job with Zach Charbonnet last season, according to Gregg Bell of The News Tribune. Walker’s exit was largely sealed in late January when he opted to switch agents … The post Kenneth Walker was ‘irked’ with Seahawks before his departure appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Update emerges on Justin Fields’ future

Justin Fields remains a member of the New York Jets, but it is not clear how much longer that will be the case. Fields is essentially without a role after the Jets brought in Geno Smith as their new starting quarterback. ESPN’s Rich Cimini suggested that Fields’ status going forward is “very much up in … The post Update emerges on Justin Fields’ future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Saints have ‘no takers’ for Derek Carr

Derek Carr’s comeback tour isn’t exactly selling out stadiums left and right. Several reporters emerged last month indicating that Carr was “very serious” about making an NFL comeback. Given that the New Orleans Saints still hold Carr’s rights, any team interested in his services would have to strike a deal with the NFC squad. However, … The post Saints have ‘no takers’ for Derek Carr appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans share the same negative reaction to the Chargers’ quarterback announcement

Justin Herbert is unquestionably the head of the Los Angeles Chargers’ quarterback room. Still behind him on the depth chart in 2026 will be a familiar face, as Trey Lance has agreed to a one-year deal with the Chargers. Los Angeles announced on Saturday, via a statement on the team’s official website. The Chargers also … The post Fans share the same negative reaction to the Chargers’ quarterback announcement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Giants sign former 1,000-yard wide receiver

The New York Giants are trying to add some weapons for quarterback Jaxson Dart. The Giants agreed to a one-year, $10 million contract with wide receiver Darnell Mooney, according to multiple reports. Mooney joins the Giants after two seasons with the Atlanta Falcons. Mooney had his best seasons with the Chicago Bears, where he spent … The post Giants sign former 1,000-yard wide receiver appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Vanderbilt player with NCAA’s best name stars in upset win over Florida

Vanderbilt got a helping hand from a notable “Friend” during Saturday’s game. The No. 22-ranked Commodores pulled off the impressive upset on Saturday against No. 4-ranked Florida in the SEC Tournament semifinal. Vanderbilt led from wire-to-wire at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., including taking a 13-point lead into halftime, and they went on to win … The post Vanderbilt player with NCAA’s best name stars in upset win over Florida appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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