Why Shanahan Chose Allen over Dobbs As 49ers Backup Qb

Allen and Trump earn stylish wins in Masters openers

Former Masters champions Mark Allen and Judd Trump win their first-round matches to reach the quarter-finals at Alexandra Palace.

BBC News - 12h

PSU's Allen, Singleton, Dennis-Sutton returning

Penn State's Kaytron Allen and Nicholas Singleton, who each surpassed 1,000 rushing yards this season, and DE Dani Dennis-Sutton are returning for the 2025 season.

ESPN - 1d

NBA trade rumors roundup: Latest news including Phoenix's backup plans, LaVine talks still stalled

Also, the Pistons are not taking on bad contracts, they have pivoted to trying to win.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Will the 49ers turn to a familiar face for their next defensive coordinator?

Coach Kyle Shanahan is looking for his fourth DC in as many years. Who's on the 49ers' short list?

ESPN - 1d

Josh Allen, Bills bully Broncos in dominant wild-card win

After a brief scare from Denver on the opening drive, Buffalo seized control and never looked back, cruising to a 31-7 win and setting up a showdown with Baltimore.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Why I Hire for Attitude Over Aptitude

My key to success has been hiring and retaining the right team members.

Inc. - 2d

‘Companies always cozy up to whoever is in power’: Why Meta is numb to outrage over its fact-checking changes

One human-rights group called Meta’s fact-checking change “exceedingly dangerous.” That didn’t seem to stop the company.

MarketWatch - 3d

Why Singapore’s First Family Is Locked in a Bitter Feud Over a House

A son of the country’s founding father says he has been persecuted by the government because of a feud with his older brother, who until May was prime minister.

The New York Times - 4d

Here's why you shouldn't fly drones over Southern California's wildfire-ravaged areas

If a drone is in the air, then all firefighting aerial operations shut down. That's just one of the many warnings officials hope people take to heart.

ABC News - 4d

Carson Beck transfers to Miami: Why Hurricanes were obvious landing spot for ex-Georgia QB out of portal

Miami hopes Beck follows in the footsteps of Cam Ward with a breakout season under center in 2025

CBS Sports - 4d

Why Ravens QB Lamar Jackson likely just won third NFL MVP and became the youngest in league history to do so

Jackson earned his third First Team All-Pro selection with 30 first-place votes to Josh Allen's 18

CBS Sports - 4d

Backup QB rankings for 2025 NFL playoffs: Rams' Jimmy Garoppolo, Steelers' Justin Fields among top reserves

Which contenders are best suited to weather injury under center?

CBS Sports - 4d

Trump Chose 8 Economic Experts Who Will Defend Tariffs and Lower Taxes

President-elect Donald J. Trump has moved beyond the team-of-rivals approach from his first term and chosen economic aides who will defend tariffs and tax cuts.

The New York Times - 5d

49ers interview Saleh, Townsend for defensive coordinator job

The San Francisco 49ers completed interviews with two external candidates for the open defensive coordinator job.

Yahoo Sports - 5d

49ers plan to release Hargrave but not Deebo

The 49ers said Wednesday they plan to release defensive tackle Javon Hargrave with a post-June 1 designation, but that wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. is not going anywhere.

ESPN - 5d

Why Cavs' win over Thunder is (and isn’t) an early NBA Finals preview

Here's what we learned from Wednesday's clash of the NBA's top two teams.

ESPN - 5d

Lily Allen to take podcast break over mental health

The singer and actor says she's not "in a good place" after reports of a split from her husband.

BBC News - 5d

'I don't have very good juke moves': Why Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard is so hard to tackle

The transfer from Duke has been instrumental in getting the Irish to the semifinal round.

ESPN - 5d

Why Penn State QB Drew Allar should change mind, declare for 2025 NFL Draft

The Nittany Lions passer still has time to change is mind and would have a stellar opportunity in this class

CBS Sports - 5d

I chose to be childfree. I didn’t think I was choosing isolation, too

I’ll never stop trying, but parents and childfree people both have to work hard to maintain a community. We’d been riding our mountain bikes and chatting for a solid half-hour when my friend ...

The Guardian - 5d

49ers motivated to get Purdy's deal done quickly

49ers general manager John Lynch, coach Kyle Shanahan and quarterback Brock Purdy have made it clear that they intend to reach an agreement with the hope that it will be done sooner than later.

ESPN - 6d

Lynch confirms 49ers' plan to release Hargrave in offseason

John Lynch confirmed the San Francisco 49ers' plan to release defensive tackle Javon Hargrave after June 1.

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Source: Sorensen out as DC amid 49ers' revamp

The 49ers removed Nick Sorensen from his role as defensive coordinator Tuesday night but hope to retain him in a different post, a source said.

ESPN - 6d

Report: Jets request interview with 49ers QB coach Griese

The New York Jets reportedly want to interview another San Francisco 49ers assistant for their vacant head coach position.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

What Dobbs seeks in free agency after historic 49ers start

Joshua Dobbs simply wants a chance to compete for a starting quarterback job or the primary backup role, and it's unclear if the 49ers offer him that opportunity.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 6

Five things you may have missed from Week 18: Bryce Young has career day, backup QBs shine and more

Some things you may have missed from the weekend finale

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Why has Elon Musk reignited debate over the UK rape gangs scandal?

Latest intervention by close ally of Donald Trump puts Keir Starmer’s role under the spotlight

Financial Times - Jan. 6

NFL player props, QB, RB, WR picks, Week 18, 2025 AI prop predictions, odds, projections: Bo Nix over 1.5 TDs

SportsLine AI reveals the top Week 18 NFL prop picks for sites like PrizePicks, Underdog Fantasy, and Sleeper Fantasy

CBS Sports - Jan. 5

Michigan QB Davis Warren suffered torn right ACL in ReliaQuest Bowl win over Alabama

Warren left the game in the third quarter and didn't return.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 5

Projecting which NFL coaches on hot seat will be fired: What are Kyle Shanahan, Shane Steichen's fates?

These coaches won't be back in 2025

CBS Sports - Jan. 3

Booz Allen Hamilton to Pay $15.9 Million in False Claims Settlement

Booz Allen Hamilton Holding agreed to a $15.9 million settlement with the Justice Department on Friday, resolving allegations the company submitted fraudulent claims to the U.S. under military task ...

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 3

Will Jimmy Garoppolo be the latest Rams backup to turn finale start into a new job?

Backup Jimmy Garoppolo finally gets on the field when the Rams play the Seahawks, and who will be watching to see what the quarterback can provide in future?

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 3

Why Bryce James and Arizona chose each other: Breaking down LeBron's son's unanticipated college commitment

Coach Tommy Lloyd and Arizona started off the New Year by landing a commitment from Bryce James

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

49ers star Deebo reveals his votes for NFL MVP, OPOY awards

San Francisco 49ers star wide receiver Deebo Samuel revealed his votes for NFL MVP and Offensive Player of the Year.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2

How Oregon will replace Dillon Gabriel: Why enigmatic QB Dante Moore is logical successor for Ducks

The former five-star recruit is likely enter spring as the logical favorite to win the starting job in 2025

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

Chiefs could throw wrench into AFC playoff race with Week 18 win over Broncos: Why an upset could be brewing

The Bengals and Dolphins need a miracle on Sunday and it's a miracle the Chiefs might actually be able to pull off

CBS Sports - Jan. 2

Why Whitner believes 49ers made mistake playing Purdy vs. Lions

Donte Whitner explains why the 49ers made a mistake playing quarterback Brock Purdy in San Francisco's 40-34 loss to the Detroit Lions on Monday night at Levi's Stadium.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 2