No longer a dull formality, NFL kickoffs require a new set of skills for kickers and returners
Read full article: No longer a dull formality, NFL kickoffs require a new set of skills for kickers and returnersThe NFL introduced the so-called dynamic kickoff last year, limiting how far the coverage team has to run and establishing a landing zone inside the 20-yard line.
Opportunistic Seahawks take advantage of Steelers miscues in 31-17 victory
Read full article: Opportunistic Seahawks take advantage of Steelers miscues in 31-17 victoryGeorge Holani pounced on a live ball in the end zone for an improbable touchdown, and the Seattle Seahawks took advantage of sloppy play by the Pittsburgh Steelers to pull off a 31-17 surprise.
Steelers sign running back Jaylen Warren, a former undrafted rookie, to a 3-year extension
Read full article: Steelers sign running back Jaylen Warren, a former undrafted rookie, to a 3-year extensionRunning back Jaylen Warren has signed a three-year contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers, solidifying his status as a key player.
Running backs could get a boost in this year's draft thanks to success of Saquon Barkley
Read full article: Running backs could get a boost in this year's draft thanks to success of Saquon BarkleyThe days of running backs being the headliners at the NFL draft are long in the past with the league’s shift to more passing leading to quarterbacks, pass rushers and pass blockers dominating the top of the draft each year.
NFL scouting combine helps some, raises questions about others and creates intrigue as draft looms
Read full article: NFL scouting combine helps some, raises questions about others and creates intrigue as draft loomsFans wanted to see Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter work out at two positions and how the top quarterback duel would go when the NFL scouting combine opened.
AP All-America team: Travis Hunter, Xavier Watts back on first team; Ashton Jeanty is unanimous pick
Read full article: AP All-America team: Travis Hunter, Xavier Watts back on first team; Ashton Jeanty is unanimous pickHeisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter of Colorado and Notre Dame’s Xavier Watts are repeat first-team selections on The Associated Press All-America team.
No. 25 Iowa wins opener without suspended coach Kirk Ferentz, beating Illinois State 40-0
Read full article: No. 25 Iowa wins opener without suspended coach Kirk Ferentz, beating Illinois State 40-0Cade McNamara threw three second-half touchdown passes and No. 25 Iowa cruised to a season-opening victory without coach Kirk Ferentz, pounding Illinois State 40-0.