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Dan Campbell has long been a huge fan of Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields, and he praised him heavily late last season. The Detroit Lions’ head coach now feels relieved about Fields and his recent career choice. Campbell spoke out this week over Fields’ move from the NFC North to the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he is set to back up veteran Russell Wilson. Campbell, who has faced the multi-talented quarterback numerous times over the last three seasons, expressed relief that Fields is no longer on their schedule. Bears Move on From Fields With the Bears holding the first overall choice…

The Detroit Lions’ head coach, Dan Campbell, told reporters at the annual league conference in Orlando, Florida, on March 26 that the team has a ‘urgency’ to add another cornerback. Campbell stated that the Lions are looking into another free agent signing and potential draft prospects. However, AtoZ Sports’ Mike Payton indicated that the Lions consider dealing for 2022 All-Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain II. On March 26, Payton recommended that the Lions trade the No. 29 overall pick in the 2024 first round and a 2025 fourth-round pick to the Denver Broncos for Surtain and the No. 147 overall pick…

The Blue Jays will start the season without two of their finest relievers, as Jordan Romano and Erik Swanson are anticipated to be on the injured list. The high-leverage arms simply ran out of time while recovering from right-arm difficulties. Romano hasn’t pitched since March 10 due to elbow discomfort, and Swanson has been sidelined since March 13 due to forearm stiffness. Jays manager John Schneider did not go so far as to officially announce roster changes, but he did accept that relievers will have to return to game action. That would necessitate a bullpen session followed by live batting…

Since 1996, the restaurant has been an institution in Tuscaloosa. It is located just a few paces from Bryant-Denny Stadium, the home of the famed Alabama Crimson Tide, and has served as a pre-game for many Alabama fans over time. Perhaps former Alabama coach Nick Saban, who recently retired, will pop by. Maybe. In the most recent ESPN feature detailing Saban’s transformation from national championship-winning coach to the recently retired, Chris Low once again does an outstanding job of showcasing the coach’s laser-sharp focus throughout the last 17 years in Tuscaloosa. Saban’s new office at the on-campus stadium is on…

If there was any doubt, the first few weeks of spring practice at Alabama have established Jalen Milroe as the team’s starting quarterback. Coaches have praised his work ethic and dedication to mastering a new strategy. This spring, no one is dragging him into the building at 3 a.m. Even though it probably goes without saying, coach Kalen DeBoer stated earlier this week that Milroe had taken every first-team rep. So controversy averted. At least for now. But it begs another pressing question: who will be Milroe’s backup? Not only is it important in the context of having a solid…

Kadyn Proctor started his career at Alabama. In January, he moved to Iowa and received NIL monies as part of his salary. Earlier this month, Proctor stated that he is returning to Alabama, where he would most likely earn no remuneration from the Crimson Tide. With the NCAA transfer portal reopening in less than three weeks and unfettered transfers now a reality in the sport, Proctor may not be the only athlete to spend spring or part of spring at one school before switching to another in time for the 2024 season. Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin says he wouldn’t…

As word spread Tuesday morning of the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, people began to share their thoughts and prayers for those involved on social media. At about 1:35 a.m. ET, a container ship lost power and collided with the bridge, causing the span to collapse into the river below and sending a work team and numerous vehicles into the dangerously frigid waters. Rescuers pulled out two people, but six others were missing. Five submerged vehicles have also been found in the water, Baltimore City Fire Chief James Wallace told CNN. By mid-morning, the hashtag “Praying for Baltimore”…

Justin Turner, a World Series champion, veteran hitter, and voice for nearly a decade on those deep and accomplished Los Angeles Dodgers teams, arrived at his newest MLB stop with a well-deserved reputation. And with those traits and a personality to complement them, it wasn’t long before the red-bearded Blue Jay would have an influence on the team that signed him to a one-year, $13-million US contract. Turner has been a hit almost since the first day of camp – and we mean that literally. He was a frequent presence at the batting cages, where he could be found hitting,…

Last summer, the Las Vegas Raiders used their franchise tag on former Alabama running back Josh Jacobs, preventing him from reaching free agency. However, because the tag did not result in a long-term contract for Jacobs, the ball carrier entered free agency earlier this month and signed with the Green Bay Packers. “Don’t like seeing it,” Raiders coach Antonio Pierce said of Jacobs’ exit. “I made it clear that the heartbeat was Raider through and through. But, as everyone knows, it is a business. You’ve heard that saying, but it’s true: money talks, BS walks. He had to do what…

For reasons unconnected to his two important drops in the NFC Championship Game defeat to the San Francisco 49ers, or perceptions of his reaction to the hard game, Josh Reynolds appeared to be departing the Detroit Lions in free agency. When it comes down to it, another team may be able to offer Reynolds a larger role next season, as well as more money on a multi-year contract. As the third week of free agency begins, he has one reported free agent visit (to the Baltimore Ravens). Reynolds’ market was unlikely to be large, but it was reasonable to expect…