LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Rams’ first practice of training camp Sunday was also the first time they’ve lined up as a full defense with Myles Garrett on the edge. The experience left everybody on the field excited about what could be possible this season for the Rams. “We’ve ...
The heat is on several NFL coaches — and it has nothing to do with the soon-to-be steamy dog days of training camp. The regular season is still more than six weeks away, but some coaches already face questions about their job security. For a few, such as the New York Jets’ Aaron Glenn, Tampa Bay’s Todd Bowles and Cincinnati’s Zac Taylor, slow starts could make their seats pretty toasty early in make-or-break seasons. For some others, such as Green Bay’s Matt LaFleur and Philadelphia’s Nick Sirianni, there’s not immediate pressure, but that could change if their squads ...
CINCINNATI — The Cincinnati Bengals’ offense has a very rare level of continuity with all 11 starters as well as most of the team’s key backups returning from last season’s roster. Offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher wants to see the unit aim even higher in 2026. He says the keys for the offense taking the next step are finding more explosive plays and limiting turnovers at a higher rate. “We can really look at it from a schematic standpoint and make sure we have the tools we need,” Pitcher said Monday as the Bengals had their pre-training camp luncheon. “(Turnovers) speaks ...
YOUNGSTOWN — Upon walking into Youngstown State’s football facility in Stambaugh Stadium, there’s an unmistakably distinct vibe in the air surrounding the program. Preseason expectations for the Penguins are as high as they’ve been in a number of years, likely since the team was ...
PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia 76ers sent the message that LeBron James was indeed — officially and perhaps amazingly — on the roster with a straightforward photo: James’ blue No. 23 jersey hangs in a locker with a crown as a nod to his King nickname on the shelf. The 76ers and ...
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Drew Rasmussen allowed one hit through seven innings, Cedric Mullins drove in the only run of the game on a bunt single and the Tampa Bay Rays finished off a three-game sweep of the Cleveland Guardians with a 1-0 victory on Sunday. Rasmussen (9-5) allowed a leadoff ...
