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Maryland’s attempt to get students to attend football game went embarrassingly badly

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How bad are things for the Maryland Terrapins’ football program? Students won’t even sit through four quarters of it for a chance at earning free tuition. Maryland attempted to fill the stands at SECU Stadium for Saturday’s game against Illinois by promising one lucky attendee free tuition for the Spring 2027 semester. In order to … The post Maryland’s attempt to get students to attend football game went embarrassingly badly appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Josh Jacobs’ attorneys respond to new allegations

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The attorneys for Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs have issued a response to the new allegations against their client. The release of new police files indicated that Jacobs had been accused of domestic violence by three other women following his May arrest. In a statement, his attorneys referred to those allegations as “uncorroborated, … The post Josh Jacobs’ attorneys respond to new allegations appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Philip Rivers addresses rumors linking him to NC State coach job

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Philip Rivers is not necessarily shutting the door on possibly being NC State’s next head coach. Rivers, who is currently head coach at St. Michael Catholic in Fairhope, Ala., said Friday that NC State is “special” to him, but there is “nothing imminent” in terms of him taking the job. He did sound, however, like … The post Philip Rivers addresses rumors linking him to NC State coach job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Video of Marshall Manning talking with 1 college coach sparks speculation

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Fans think Marshall Manning, the son of Peyton Manning, may be ready to make like his father in terms of his college choice. Video emerged Saturday of Manning casually chatting with Tennessee coach Josh Heupel on Friday at the high school game between Manning’s Baylor School and Knox Catholic in Knoxville, Tenn. Manning and Heupel … The post Video of Marshall Manning talking with 1 college coach sparks speculation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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North Carolina staffers had no idea about Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson’s breakup

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Bill Belichick’s breakup with Jordon Hudson was so quiet that even North Carolina staffers had no idea it happened. Multiple people within the North Carolina football office told Kevin Skiver and John Brice of USA Today Saturday that they were completely unaware Belichick and Hudson split up. They, like many others, only found out through … The post North Carolina staffers had no idea about Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson’s breakup appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Oregon WR arrested for involvement in high-speed chase

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Oregon freshman wide receiver Messiah Hampton was arrested on Friday afternoon by Springfield police in connection with a high-speed chase earlier this month. The 18-year-old from Rochester, New York, was booked into Lane County Jail on two felony counts of attempting to elude police and one misdemeanor count of reckless driving. He was released later … The post Oregon WR arrested for involvement in high-speed chase appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Colts make surprising decision about RB Jonathan Taylor

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The Indianapolis Colts have opened the door to trading star running back Jonathan Taylor, with active discussions already underway involving multiple teams, reports ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The Denver Broncos, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, New York Giants, and Seattle Seahawks have all expressed interest in acquiring the 27-year-old. Colts owner and CEO Carlie Irsay-Gordon met … The post Colts make surprising decision about RB Jonathan Taylor appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Police files detail additional abuse allegations against Josh Jacobs

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Newly released police records show that at least three other women contacted authorities with allegations of abuse against Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs in the weeks after his May arrest. The Hobart/Lawrence Police Department released a heavily redacted case file late Friday in response to a public records request from NBC 26. The … The post Police files detail additional abuse allegations against Josh Jacobs appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Devin McCourty takes on his own youth team and loses

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The floodlights cut through a cool fall night as a familiar figure in a white New England Patriots jersey and silver helmet settled into a stance opposite a cluster of kids in yellow: Devin McCourty. The three-time Super Bowl champion and long-time Patriots captain, who retired after the 2022 season, had shown up to his … The post Devin McCourty takes on his own youth team and loses appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Pistons’ Paul Reed had embarrassing response to reporter’s simple question

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Detroit Pistons big man Paul Reed encountered an awkward moment during a halftime courtside interview Friday night against the Brooklyn Nets. With the Pistons leading at Barclays Center in an NBA Cup opener, reporter Johnny Kane asked a basic question about the game’s tempo: Which team the current pace favored. Reed, starting in place of … The post Pistons’ Paul Reed had embarrassing response to reporter’s simple question appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Yaxel Lendeborg had the most desperate plea for a challenge ever

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Yaxel Lendeborg does not play or act like a rookie, even when it comes to asking his coach for a challenge. The Golden State Warriors youngster went viral during Friday’s NBA Cup game against the Los Angeles Lakers for how badly he wanted Steve Kerr to challenge a call. During the second quarter, Lendeborg was … The post Yaxel Lendeborg had the most desperate plea for a challenge ever appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Karl-Anthony Towns had a strong message after Knicks stumbled vs. 76ers

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Karl-Anthony Towns does not think the New York Knicks look like the championship team fans celebrated just months prior. Towns was critical of his own team Friday after they lost their NBA Cup opener to the Philadelphia 76ers at Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pa. The Knicks played from behind virtually the entire night and … The post Karl-Anthony Towns had a strong message after Knicks stumbled vs. 76ers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Steph Curry broke Luka Doncic’s ankles with nasty move

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Steph Curry had Luka Doncic tripping over himself Friday as their teams faced off in the NBA Cup. The Golden State Warriors icon got Doncic on a switch midway through the third quarter at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif. Curry didn’t waste the opportunity to make the Slovenian superstar look like some Texas BBQ … The post Steph Curry broke Luka Doncic’s ankles with nasty move appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jalen Brunson had handsy moment with female referee

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Jalen Brunson’s wife probably didn’t enjoy watching her husband get a little too comfortable with a female official. The New York Knicks star got fouled twice on a drive Friday in his team’s NBA Cup clash against the Philadelphia 76ers. The first one was when he made contact with Sixers big man Joel Embiid. The … The post Jalen Brunson had handsy moment with female referee appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Luka Doncic embarrassed Yaxel Lendeborg in first quarter of grudge match

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Luka Doncic was not playing around when he got his shot at a rematch with Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. The Los Angeles Lakers star clearly had revenge on his mind entering Friday’s game at Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif. He picked apart the Warriors’ defense early and often in the first quarter … The post Luka Doncic embarrassed Yaxel Lendeborg in first quarter of grudge match appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Commanders lose Pro Bowler to brutal injury

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The Washington Commanders will have to soldier on without one of their most reliable veterans. Several reporters confirmed on Friday that defensive tackle Daron Payne suffered a major foot injury during practice. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Payne is expected to be sidelined “for the foreseeable future,” and he is likely to be placed … The post Commanders lose Pro Bowler to brutal injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Thunder announce an awful injury update on Chet Holmgren

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The hits just keep on coming for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Oklahoma City shared the terrible news on Friday that star center Chet Holmgren will be out for at least the next 8-to-10 weeks. Holmgren is dealing with a “small patellar tendon tear” in his right knee and has already undergone a “biological treatment” in … The post Thunder announce an awful injury update on Chet Holmgren appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Reigning NHL MVP Nikita Kucherov makes a massive decision on his future

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Nikita Kucherov is ready for a change. The Tampa Bay Lightning star Kucherov has formally requested a trade from the team, according to multiple reports on Friday. Emily Kaplan of ESPN notes that Kucherov has a modified no-trade clause, which will allow him to give the Lightning a list of 10 approved teams. A 33-year-old … The post Reigning NHL MVP Nikita Kucherov makes a massive decision on his future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Budda Baker answers trade questions while wearing Halloween mask in surreal scene

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Budda Baker is prioritizing Halloween over the NFL trade deadline. The Arizona Cardinals safety Baker went viral Friday for his surreal press conference. Baker fielded questions about the upcoming trade deadline … all while in a full clown costume and mask for Halloween on Saturday. “I just live in the present,” said Baker, his voice … The post Budda Baker answers trade questions while wearing Halloween mask in surreal scene appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report: Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson have broken up

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The Bill Belichick-Jordon Hudson era is officially over. Belichick and his girlfriend Hudson quietly broke up late last year, TMZ Sports reported on Friday. TMZ does note though that Belichick and Hudson are still “committed to their business partnerships and remain close friends.” Additionally, TMZ reports that Hudson has already begun to see other people … The post Report: Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson have broken up appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Daniel Vogelbach stars at Brewers’ parade with drunken rendition of ‘Stacy’s Mom’

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Daniel Vogelbach is still bringing the vibes even in retirement. The Milwaukee Brewers celebrated their 2026 World Series title on Friday with a parade in Milwaukee, Wisc. The event drew over 750,000 fans, but it was the Brewers hitting coach Vogelbach who was the real star of the day. At one point during the celebration, … The post Daniel Vogelbach stars at Brewers’ parade with drunken rendition of ‘Stacy’s Mom’ appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jaylen Brown is out with a concerning new injury

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The Philadelphia 76ers superteam has officially hit its first pothole. 76ers star forward Jaylen Brown has been ruled out for Friday’s NBA Cup game against the New York Knicks because of left patellar tendinopathy (per Kyle Neubeck of PHLY Sports). 76ers head coach Nick Nurse told reporters that Brown reported soreness after Wednesday’s win over … The post Jaylen Brown is out with a concerning new injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Ernie Johnson addresses the future of ‘Inside the NBA’ after his retirement announcement

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For the second time in as many years, “Inside the NBA” is facing what some see as an existential threat. This time, it is the retirement of longtime host Ernie Johnson. Johnson addressed the future of the show in an appearance on “Front Office Sports Tonight.” The longtime host said he saw no reason the … The post Ernie Johnson addresses the future of ‘Inside the NBA’ after his retirement announcement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Nick Saban shares his theory about Arch Manning

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Nick Saban thinks Arch Manning may yet have success at Texas, but the quarterback may need a bit of motivation to do it. In his weekly appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show,” Saban weighed in on the Longhorns quarterback and his recent struggles. In Saban’s mind, coach Steve Sarkisian’s threat to bench Manning may serve … The post Nick Saban shares his theory about Arch Manning appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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