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Hornets make major commitment with $209 million extension

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The Charlotte Hornets underwent a lot of changes this offseason, but young forward Brandon Miller isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. With the rookie-scale extension on Tuesday evening, the Hornets and Miller agreed to a massive five-year deal worth $209 million. BREAKING: Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller has agreed on a five-year, $209 million rookie-scale contract … The post Hornets make major commitment with $209 million extension appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Report: Astros could trade 3 notable players this offseason

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The Houston Astros could be doing some major housekeeping in the coming months. Astros infielders Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker are expected to be discussed as potential trade pieces this offseason, according to a report by Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Rome further adds that Houston shortstop Jeremy Peña will also be an “ideal trade … The post Report: Astros could trade 3 notable players this offseason appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Yankees make a major decision on manager Aaron Boone

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The New York Yankees are officially riding things out with Booney. Yankees manager Aaron Boone will be returning for the 2027 MLB season, Pete Caldera of USA Today reported on Monday. It will be the final guaranteed year of Boone’s contract, and the Yankees are giving him the opportunity to coach it out. Boone, 53, … The post Yankees make a major decision on manager Aaron Boone appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Lakers release former first-round pick ahead of opening night

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The Los Angeles Lakers had a decision to make to finalize the roster, and it came on Monday. Dalton Knecht, who was the Lakers’ first-round pick in 2024, has been released, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The Los Angeles Lakers are waiving 2024 No. 17 pick Dalton Knecht, sources tell ESPN. https://t.co/SaeDxdSBUo — Shams Charania … The post Lakers release former first-round pick ahead of opening night appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rams get brutal injury news on Davante Adams

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The plunge into hell continues for the Los Angeles Rams. Rams star wide receiver Davante Adams is expected to miss 6-to-10 weeks with a hamstring injury that he sustained during the team’s Week 6 loss to the Arizona Cardinals, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported on Monday. Rapoport adds that Adams is expected to undergo … The post Rams get brutal injury news on Davante Adams appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Duke player issues statement about swatting away female staff member

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The Duke Blue Devils football player who drew criticism for swatting at a female staff member has issued a statement about the incident. Cornerback Kimari Robinson issued the statement on social media and offered an apology for his actions. He wrote that he was emotional because of his concern for injured teammate DaShawn Stone, and … The post Duke player issues statement about swatting away female staff member appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Nick Sirianni has tense exchange with reporter

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Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni faced questions Monday about the team’s handling of Jalen Hurts’ blood clot issue, and things got a bit testy. Sirianni fielded several questions about the timeline of Hurts’ injury, which consists of multiple blood clots in the lung. The coach was specifically questioned about why Hurts was allowed to fly … The post Nick Sirianni has tense exchange with reporter appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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CJ Gardner-Johnson has been suspended by the NFL

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CJ Gardner-Johnson’s attempt to spit at an opponent will cost him some time on the field. The NFL announced Monday that the Buffalo Bills defensive back will be suspended for one game during the second quarter of Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders. The league statement referred to the incident as “an act of … The post CJ Gardner-Johnson has been suspended by the NFL appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rams RB takes shot at team after their latest loss

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All is not well with the Los Angeles Rams, and that is clear from both their play and from some of the comments from their locker room. The Rams lost 18-16 to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday to drop their record to 2-4 on the season. A surprising part of the problem has been the … The post Rams RB takes shot at team after their latest loss appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Travis Hunter’s wife calls out Shannon Sharpe

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Travis Hunter’s wife had some words for Shannon Sharpe after Hunter’s big day for the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. Hunter had a breakout game in Sunday’s loss to the Houston Texans by showing off his two-way ability. He had both an interception and a touchdown catch, validating those who believe he can still succeed in … The post Travis Hunter’s wife calls out Shannon Sharpe appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans had 1 big question for Eagles after latest Jalen Hurts news emerges

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NFL fans had major questions for the Philadelphia Eagles after the latest update on the health of quarterback Jalen Hurts. Hurts’ agent Nicole Lynn shared a statement Monday stating that Hurts is suffering from a deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli. In short, new tests found multiple blood clots within his lungs, and the … The post Fans had 1 big question for Eagles after latest Jalen Hurts news emerges appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Texas puts Arch Manning on notice with latest move

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The Texas Longhorns appear to be putting Arch Manning on notice with a move they are making at practice this week. Backup quarterback KJ Lacey Jr. is likely to get more first-team reps during practice this week, according to Pete Thamel of ESPN. This does not necessarily indicate that Manning will be benched for Saturday’s … The post Texas puts Arch Manning on notice with latest move appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Peyton Manning reportedly being targeted for 1 NFL GM job

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The rumors of Peyton Manning returning to the NFL in a formal role are gaining steam once again, but this time there may be reason to believe there could be something to it. The Indianapolis Colts fired general manager Chris Ballard on Monday, one day after the team’s Week 6 loss to the Tennessee Titans. … The post Peyton Manning reportedly being targeted for 1 NFL GM job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fan’s profane insult toward Rays’ Chandler Simpson caught on hot mic

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Chandler Simpson was a target of some nasty words from a fan during Sunday’s Game 5 of the American League Championship Series between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio. Simpson made a great catch on a ball hit by Guardians star Steven Kwan, but his momentum carried … The post Fan’s profane insult toward Rays’ Chandler Simpson caught on hot mic appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Andy Dalton lands with another NFC team after Eagles release

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Andy Dalton didn’t stay unemployed for long. After getting released by the Philadelphia Eagles, the veteran quarterback has found his way to another NFC team, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. “Veteran free-agent QB Andy Dalton is signing with the Atlanta Falcons, per sources,” Schefter shared via a post on X on Monday. Dalton had … The post Andy Dalton lands with another NFC team after Eagles release appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Baker Mayfield’s interaction with Jalon Daniels on the sidelines draws mixed reactions

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A moment on the sidelines of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers between quarterbacks Baker Mayfield and Jalon Daniels got fans buzzing on Sunday. After Daniels connected with wide receiver Emeka Egbuka for a touchdown in the second quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Fla., the rookie quarterback went over to Mayfield, … The post Baker Mayfield’s interaction with Jalon Daniels on the sidelines draws mixed reactions appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jameis Winston had a great message for JJ McCarthy after getting benched

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When it comes to New York Giants quarterback Jameis Winston, the good usually comes with the bad. After a solid performance in Week 5’s tie with the Washington Commanders, Winston had an awful start in the Giants’ 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. Following his second interception … The post Jameis Winston had a great message for JJ McCarthy after getting benched appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Derrick Henry’s costly fumble draws an honest response from Jesse Minter

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If not for Derrick Henry’s work ethic, Baltimore Ravens head coach Jesse Minter could have sung a different tune following his team’s 13-10 loss on Sunday at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland, Ohio. Henry’s fumble in the fourth quarter at the Ravens’ 35-yard line got the Browns a golden opportunity to level the score, and … The post Derrick Henry’s costly fumble draws an honest response from Jesse Minter appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Dak Prescott had a telling remark about his teammates after loss to the Packers

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Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys got themselves in a deeper hole through six weeks of the 2026 season after suffering a 23-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. The Cowboys couldn’t get it together at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisc., but Prescott isn’t one to lose hope in his teammates. “Very … The post Dak Prescott had a telling remark about his teammates after loss to the Packers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens looked so sad during Cowboys’ Week 6 loss

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The Dallas Cowboys are really going through it right now. Dallas lost again in Week 6 to the Green Bay Packers. They fell by a final score of 23-13 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisc. During the fourth quarter with the Cowboys trailing 20-7, Dallas receivers CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens were shown on … The post CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens looked so sad during Cowboys’ Week 6 loss appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Aaron Rodgers had the coldest trash talk for Josiah Trotter

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Aaron Rodgers has still got his fastball. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Rodgers went viral on Sunday over his cold trash talk for Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Josiah Trotter. The two sides met in Week 6 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay, Fla. During the first half of the game, Trotter got up into Rodgers’ … The post Aaron Rodgers had the coldest trash talk for Josiah Trotter appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rams’ 150-pound kicker was seriously injured after trying to make a tackle

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Los Angeles Rams kicker Blake Grupe put his body on the line Sunday and paid the price. Grupe got injured while trying to make a tackle early in the Week 6 contest against the Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, Calif. Grupe, listed at 5’7″ and 156 pounds, used his entire body to shove … The post Rams’ 150-pound kicker was seriously injured after trying to make a tackle appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Rays star fires bold message ahead of ALCS Game 6

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Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Yandy Diaz is calling his shot. The Rays All-Star played a huge role in Tampa Bay’s wire-to-wire Game 5 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday to take a 3-2 series lead in the ALCS. Diaz went 3-for-5 at the plate with a run scored in the 3-1 contest at … The post Rays star fires bold message ahead of ALCS Game 6 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Jim Harbaugh had telling comments when asked about Mike McDaniel

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Jim Harbaugh’s belief in Mike McDaniel appears to be wavering. The Los Angeles Chargers had their worst offensive showing yet in Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo. The Chargers managed just 259 total yards in a 22-6 loss, keeping them as one of only two winless teams … The post Jim Harbaugh had telling comments when asked about Mike McDaniel appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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