League sources have told ESPN they believe Giannis Antetokounmpo will have to put substantial pressure on the Milwaukee Bucks to force a trade as the franchise struggles through a disappointing season. The two-time MVP values his standing in Milwaukee and does not want to alienate the fan base by requesting to leave, a league source reiterated to ESPN. When asked about his … [Read more...] about Bucks Will Require Trade Demand From Giannis Antetokounmpo
Marquette unable to overcome dismal second half start in 80-75 loss to DePaul
CHICAGO — A lot can happen in three minutes, in turns out. Like, for instance, a basketball game being lost. A lead squandered. Twenty minutes of advantage-building wasted. That is what Marquette men’s basketball’s second half start in Friday night’s 80-75 defeat against DePaul at Wintrust Arena showed. In three minutes, it is possible for a 44-36 halftime lead to be turned … [Read more...] about Marquette unable to overcome dismal second half start in 80-75 loss to DePaul
NFC Notes: Micah Parsons, Brian Flores, Bears, Packers, Vikings
Bears Bears DT Grady Jarrett was a member of the Falcons’ Super Bowl loss to the Patriots in 2017, where Atlanta led 28-3 in the third quarter. Chicago G Joe Thuney was on the opposite side of that game, which Jarrett thinks helped their comeback over the Packers in this year’s NFC Wild Card Round. “Having Joe on the team helped us talk about, when you are down like that, how … [Read more...] about NFC Notes: Micah Parsons, Brian Flores, Bears, Packers, Vikings
Wink Martindale, Jim Leonhard, DeMarcus Covington Among Jets’ DC Interviewees
The Jets’ defensive coordinator search has flown under the radar during a frenzied HC carousel, but it has taken shape Friday. The team announced eight candidates for the job. In addition to interim DC Chris Harris, seven others received interviews. Don Martindale (Michigan), Jim Leonhard (Broncos), Ephraim Banda (Browns), Jim O’Neil (Lions), DeMarcus Covington (Packers), … [Read more...] about Wink Martindale, Jim Leonhard, DeMarcus Covington Among Jets’ DC Interviewees
Packers’ biggest offseason task has already become painfully obvious
While uncertainty looms for the Packers, one significant problem is already crystal clear. It's the top priority this offseason. … [Read more...] about Packers’ biggest offseason task has already become painfully obvious