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Here are 10 ways DOGE can remake our outdated Defense Department
The Department of Government Efficiency has a unique opportunity to modernize the defense business, to bring it to the level of innovation and efficiency enjoyed by America’s private sector.The Hill - Mar. 17 -
Germany's likely next leader seeks approval for huge defense and infrastructure package
Germany’s would-be next chancellor, Friedrich Merz, is asking lawmakers to allow the country to put “whatever it takes” into defense and to authorize an enormous fund for investment in its creaking ...ABC News - Mar. 18 -
Massive hole remains on Cowboys defense, demanding attention in 2025 NFL draft
The Cowboys built their defensive line well in free agency, but they still have one massive hole to fill and need the 2025 NFL draft to do it.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Vikings hire former NFL quarterback to their defensive coaching staff
Brian Flores adds a former NFL QB to his defensive staff after hiring former Browns starter Charlie Frye to be an assistant.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Tre'Von Moehrig: Panthers want me to be a Swiss Army knife on defense
The Panthers set an NFL record for the most points allowed during the 2024 season, so it's no surprise that building a better defense was at the top of their list of goals this offseason.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Barcelona eye summer swoop for Real Madrid defensive target – report
Dean Huijsen has become one of the most talked-about defensive prospects in Europe this season, thanks to his brilliant performances at Bournemouth.Huijsen was in focus this week, in particular, as ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Commanders focused on defense in latest four-round mock draft
The 2025 NFL draft is just over a month away and the latest four-round mock draft shows the Washington Commanders will focus on defense.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Ownership group partner comes to defense of Rays' Stuart Sternberg
A longtime partner in the Rays ownership group has come to Stuart Sternberg’s defense, saying that the embattled principal owner is being unfairly criticized, and that he remains interested in ...Yahoo Sports - 17h -
Sources: Mack returns to Chargers on $18M deal
The Los Angeles Chargers and Khalil Mack, former NFL Defensive Player of the Year, have agreed to a one-year fully guaranteed $18 million deal, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.ESPN - Mar. 10 -
Athletic Club star left out of squad for Sevilla clash
A leading member of the defensive ranks at La Liga outfit Athletic Club has been left out of the club’s squad for their upcoming meeting with Sevilla.The player in question? Aitor Paredes.Ernesto ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
Injured Real Madrid star hints at major progress in recovery
A sidelined member of the defensive ranks at La Liga giants Real Madrid has on Monday hinted that his return to the pitch is drawing closer.The player in question? Dani Carvajal.Full-back Carvajal ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Not 1 but 2: Tennessee has pair of nation's top defenders for March Madness
The Tennessee Volunteers have not one, but two such defenders in Zakai Zeigler and Jahmai Mashack. Both were among the four finalists for the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year award announced ...Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Trump-backed plan to fund government raises GOP concerns on defense
Republicans are raising concerns about what the Trump-backed strategy to stave off next week’s government shutdown threat could mean for defense programs for the next six months. President Trump ...The Hill - Mar. 8 -
House GOP seeks spending cuts, defense increases in plan to avert shutdown
House Republicans on Saturday unveiled a six-month stopgap government funding plan, that seeks cuts to nondefense programs while boosting funding for defense. The bill's rollout kicks off a crucial ...The Hill - Mar. 8 -
Colombia's defense minister vows to recover 29 kidnapped law enforcement officers
Colombian Defense Minister Pedro Sánchez has condemned the recent kidnapping of 29 law enforcement officers in the country’s southwest region and says the government is working to free themABC News - Mar. 8 -
Black Medal of Honor recipient removed from US Department of Defense website
Page honoring Charles C Rogers for his Vietnam war service is now defunct with letters ‘DEI’ added to website address. The US defense department webpage celebrating an army general who served in ...The Guardian - Mar. 16 -
Transfer defensive back Ashaad Williams set to visit Purdue next week
Purdue is set to host one of the top transfer defensive backs on the market for a visit next week, according to Rivals. As a junior in 2024, Williams elevated his play to become a key contributor ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Jackie Robinson's story back on Defense Department site after being removed
Jackie Robinson's military story was put back on the Department of Defense website after being removed as part of the Trump Administration's push to clear out DEI from the federal government. NBC ...NBC News - 5d -
Trump on collision course with GOP defense hawks over NATO
President Trump is on a collision course with Republican defense hawks over the question of whether the United States should continue its 75-year military leadership of NATO and at what level of ...The Hill - 4d -
Real Madrid forced into defensive reshuffle with key midfield duo in defensive roles
Real Madrid’s ability to adapt and evolve has been a defining theme of their season so far. Injuries to Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao have already forced Carlo Ancelotti to experiment, with Raul A...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Dodds happy with Wycombe defensive resilience
Wycombe boss Mike Dodds praises his defence for standing up to a Rotherham "bombardment" after they regain second spot in League One.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
European leaders push defense spend amid uncertainty over Trump aid to Ukraine
European leaders have upped the ante on defense spending plans as they look to support Kyiv and fill a potential void of U.S. aid.CNBC - Mar. 7 -
Who is Da'Shawn Hand? 5 things to know about Chargers new defensive tackle
The Chargers found some answers along the defensive line on Thursday in Da'Shawn Hand. The veteran will compete for a starting role in 2025.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Four-star defensive lineman list four SEC schools among his favorites
Four-star defensive lineman Kendall Guervil named his favorite schools including UGA. Guervil is the No. 75 recruit in the nationYahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
The Lions want to erase the free first down via defensive holding and they're right
The Lions' proposal to erase automatic first downs for a defensive hold keep offenses from getting bailed out by weak calls.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Defense Department webpage on Jackie Robinson's military service suddenly missing amid DEI purge
A Department of Defense webpage describing baseball and civil rights icon Jackie Robinson’s military service is now missingABC News - 6d -
Derek Stingley Jr. shares his thoughts on Texans adding DB C.J. Gardner-Johnson to defense
Derek Stingley Jr. knows that C.J. Gardner-Johnson will bring a special type of craziness to the defense this fall.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Did the Luka trade actually make the Lakers' defense better? Inside L.A.'s elite run
The Lakers, with Doncic and 40-year-old LeBron James, are suddenly one of the NBA's top defenses. Will it stay that way?ESPN - 6d -
Get to know the new Jets defensive coaching staff including Steve Wilks (video)
Get to know the new Jets defensive coaching staff including Steve Wilks (video):Yahoo Sports - 5d -
New Orleans Saints waive defensive tackle who signed with the team just last year
The Saints waived defensive tackle Camron Peterson, a Southern University product who spent last season on injured reserve.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Removal of automatic first down for defensive holding/illegal contact will have unintended consequences
The Lions have proposed removing the automatic first down for defensive holding and illegal contact fouls.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Ohio State football projected 2025 depth chart on defense ahead of spring ball
We project the 2025 depth chart for Ohio State football on the defensive side of the ball as we enter spring ball.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
How Tennessee basketball beat UCLA with 'sharks in bloody water' defense to reach Sweet 16
Tennessee basketball used its elite defense to crush UCLA in the second round of the NCAA Tournament and advance to the Sweet 16 again.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
2025 NFL draft: Bills Wire staff mock draft 1.0 goes defense heavy early
2025 NFL draft: buffalo bi2025 NFL draft: Bills Wire staff mock draft 1.0 goes defense earlyYahoo Sports - 2d -
Michigan State rides 'calling card' of defense past New Mexico, back to NCAA Sweet 16
Michigan State rode a program calling card of defensive intensity to beat New Mexico on Sunday and get back to the Sweet 16.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Bucs focus on defense in latest three-round mock draft from CBS Sports
Bucs focus on defense in latest three-round mock draft from CBS Sports as they load up on playmakers.Yahoo Sports - 11h -
The Players Championship: Every winner through the years
Here's a look at the players who have won The Players, since 1974.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
17 players are candidates for the Public Opinion Girls Basketball Player of the Year
A number of Watertown and Aberdeen area players up for the Public Opinion Girls Baskeball Player of the Year honorYahoo Sports - 1d -
Giants make the right moves to fix their defense in free agency — up next, quarterback
Giants GM Joe Schoen knew that fixing the defense was among the offseason’s top priorities. Free agency was his first chance to see that through.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 11 -
This ETF plays defensively within growth stocks. Here’s how it’s faring better than the S&P 500.
Investors with an appetite for growth stocks can play defensively within the category by focusing more on high-quality stocks beyond Big Tech.MarketWatch - Mar. 13
