Fans of Rutgers football have waited decades. Penn State has defeated the Scarlet Knights 37 times since 1988, taxing generations of fans. Rutgers could rewrite history this weekend at SHI Stadium. When Rutgers triumphed in Happy Valley last time, students threw marshmallows onto the field, one player ate one mid-huddle, and the crowd went silent….
New Jersey high school football’s biggest events—two state championship games—will be played at Rutgers University’s SHI Stadium on Sunday. Four teams fight for state history after months of waiting. Stadium crowds, enthusiastic spectators, and two tough games are expected. These four teams aspire to win the championship, but each reached the finals differently. Cedar Grove-Glassboro…
The Eagles played on Black Friday to rebound from a Dallas Cowboys loss. All week, quarterback Jalen Hurts stressed that great teams overcome adversity. Another lackluster, frustrating game for the Eagles disappointed the home crowd and dropped them in the NFC standings. Chicago Bears beat Philadelphia 24-15 in a bad contest. The Eagles’ defense struggled…
Lincoln Financial Field will host a fascinating and strategic Philadelphia Eagles-Chicago Bears game on Black Friday. In Week 13, many elements could affect this vital match. Secure balls are important to Eagles. This season, Philadelphia has the fewest NFL turnovers, six. Risk-averse play has helped us keep possession, but a league-leading 24 takeaways Bears defense…
On Sunday, the Lions beat the Giants 34–27 in overtime. Fans became resentful and worried about the team. The Giants’ defense again faltered at vital times, preventing an upset. Interim head coach Mike Kafka called numerous risky plays. Under Kafka, they lost six straight and started 0-2. The score is 2-10. Jameis Winston tossed for…
The Philadelphia Eagles’ emerging star cornerback Cooper DeJean struggled on defense in a 24-21 loss to the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. His ability to cover inside receivers and aid the run from the slot has wowed many. After Eagles starting cornerback Adoree’ Jackson left with a concussion in the third quarter, DeJean went outside….
Smelling salts have silently lived on NFL sidelines for years, stashed in pockets, passed between teammates, and used seconds before huge plays. A player crouching over a little bottle and jolting upright, wide awake and ready to explode off the line is usually only seen briefly by fans. The tradition is well-known among athletes, but…
Lane Kiffin examines his future as Ole Miss faces a critical decision. Kiffin’s move may impact the No. 6 Rebels’ playoff chances. Before Friday’s Egg Bowl game against Mississippi State, everyone wonders if Kiffin will stay at Ole Miss or take offers from LSU and Florida. Some wonder how the CFP will function without Kiffin….
Dublin, Ohio— The Scarlet Knights lost at Ohio Stadium despite playing harder and with more heart than expected against the greatest team in the country. No. 1 Ohio State couldn’t score because Rutgers’ defense forced them from the one-yard line to the 11-yard line midway through the third quarter, 14-3 behind. Julian Sayin’s 11-yard touchdown…
After former President Donald Trump criticized the NFL’s new kickoff structure, Kansas City Chiefs special teams coach Dave Toub was outspoken this week. Toub, who has spent years building one of the league’s most disciplined special teams, said Trump’s comments were off and he hopes the message gets to him. Toub was asked about Trump’s…
