Month: December 2021

Report: Giants’ Daniel Jones could miss several weeks with neck injury

New York Giants QB Daniel Jones could miss several weeks after suffering a neck injury against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 12.

The New York Giants could be without starting quarterback Daniel Jones on Sunday against the Miami Dolphins. They could also be without him for several weeks beyond that.

ESPN’s Jordan Raanan reports that Jones may miss an extended period of time after suffering a neck injury in Week 12 against the Philadelphia Eagles.

If you’re a glass half full sort of person, Raanan also reports there’s an outside shot Jones misses no time.

Jones was apparently injured early in the 13-7 upset victory this past Sunday. Sleuths who dove back into the film have focused on just the Giants’ second play from scrimmage — a designed quarterback scramble that saw Jones take an awkward hit on the ground at the end.

Had Jones just slid normally, perhaps he would have avoided injury.

Despite the neck strain, Jones managed to stay in the Eagles game and finish things out. He ended the game completing 19 of his 30 pass attempts for 202 yards and one touchdown. He also rushed the ball nine times for 30 yards.

In Jones’ potential absence, the Giants will turn to veteran quarterback Mike Glennon. He replaced Jones in a Week 5 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, completing 16 of his 25 pass attempts for 196 yards, one touchdown and two interceptions.

Glennon has started against Miami just once in his career. That came in 2013 during a 22-19 Tampa Bay Buccaneers victory.

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Tennessee’s bowl projections following Week 13

A look at Tennessee’s bowl projections following Week 13.

Week 13 of the 2021 college football season has concluded.

Tennessee (7-5, 4-4 SEC) defeated Vanderbilt (2-10, 0-8 SEC), 45-21, in Week 13 at Neyland Stadium.

2021 Tennessee Vols’ football schedule

  • Sept. 2 Bowling Green (W, 38-6)
  • Sept. 11 Pittsburgh (L, 41-34)
  • Sept. 18 Tennessee Tech (W, 56-0)
  • Sept. 25 at Florida (L, 38-14)
  • Oct. 2 at Missouri (W, 62-24)
  • Oct. 9 South Carolina (W, 45-20)
  • Oct. 16 Ole Miss (L, 31-26)
  • Oct. 23 at Alabama (L, 52-24)
  • Nov. 6 at Kentucky (W, 45-42)
  • Nov. 13 Georgia (L, 41-17)
  • Nov. 20 South Alabama (W, 60-14)
  • Nov. 27 Vanderbilt (W, 45-21)

Bowl projections are listed below for Tennessee following Week 13.

DT Shone Washington commits to UGA over Florida

The Georgia Bulldogs have added a commitment from defensive tackle recruit Shone Washington

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The Georgia Bulldogs have added a commitment from defensive tackle recruit Shone Washington. Washington is ranked as a three-star defensive lineman and is a member of the class of 2022.

Washington has received interest from USC, Alabama, Texas A&M, Florida, LSU, and more. Washington originally committed to the in-state LSU Tigers, but later backed off his decision.

Shone Washington announced his commitment to Georgia over Florida via Twitter:

The three-star defensive tackle prospect will be planning to enroll at UGA early and will sign with the Dawgs on Dec. 15. Washington is Kirby Smart and Georgia’s 24th commitment in the class of 2022. UGA has the No. 1-rated class of 2022 in the country.

Georgia has commitments from four defensive linemen in the class of 2022, so they are likely set at the position unless there is a decommitment.

Sedrick Van Pran, a former four-star center and UGA sophomore from the class of 2020, went to Warren Easton High School, which is the same high school as Shone Washington in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Washington sat out the 2019 high school season due to transfer rules. Washington has impressive size at 6-foot-3, 300 pounds.

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Philadelphia 76ers at Boston Celtics: Stream, lineups, injury reports and broadcast info (12/1)

Everything you need to know about Wednesday’s tilt with the 76ers at TD Garden.

The Boston Celtics (11-10) begin as tough of a 10-game stretch as they have this season with a home tilt against the Atlantic Division rival Philadelphia 76ers (10-10) on Wednesday night as both teams seek to move back up the standings after early turbulence to their respective 2021-22 seasons.

If you are looking for a way to watch the action live on an online streaming service or cable television, please keep reading while we get you up to speed on all the details you will need to know ahead of the game.

Let’s start with who ought to be available to play.

Starfield has two ‘step out moments’ where you’re introduced to the world

In a new video, the Starfield developers discuss their approach to the game, comparing it to previous works.

It’s an important moment in any Bethesda Game Studios title – the moment where you leave the tutorial dungeon and step out into the sprawling, beautiful open world. According to game director Todd Howard, Starfield has two. 

In a new video documenting the development process behind Bethesda’s upcoming spacefaring RPG, the developers discuss their approach to the game while comparing it to previous works and showing off some concept art.

During that chat, Todd Howard mentions that Starfield has “two step out moments”. Since Starfield is set in space, he could be referring to the first time you step out into the world of the starting planet and the first time you break through the atmosphere in your ship.

Elsewhere in the video, the developers talk about how Starfield will still be a Bethesda Game Studios-style experience, despite its ambition. You’ll be able to interact with props, uncover NPCs stories from the game’s rich environmental storytelling and create your own stories with its systemic mechanics.

Starfield is set for launch on Nov. 11, 2022. It’s coming to Xbox Series X/S and PC.

In the meantime, why not check out our list of the best RPGs. We’ll see much more of Starfield next summer.

Written by Kirk McKeand on behalf of GLHF.

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J.D. McKissic says ‘I’m good’ after scary injury on Monday night

J.D. McKissic says he’s “good” after an injury scare on Monday night.

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Washington running back J.D. McKissic scored two touchdowns against his former Seattle teammates on Monday Night Football in a 17-15 WFT win. However, late in the game, McKissic departed after a scary hit led to him being carted off the field.

The injury appeared to be an upper-body injury, possibly a neck or head injury; therefore, Washington proceeded with caution.

After the game, Washington quarterback Taylor Heinicke that McKissic was walking around the locker room, which was obviously a good sign.

Head coach Ron Rivera didn’t have an immediate update on McKissic after the game.

On Tuesday, McKissic offered his own updated, tweeting “I’m good,” meaning he avoided serious injury.

This is terrific news for McKissic and Washington. First, for McKissic, anytime you suffer a head or neck injury, it’s scary. As for how it impacts the team, McKissic is the WFT’s unsung hero on offense. The more he touches the football, the more dynamic Washington’s offense becomes.

While it remains to be seen what McKissic’s prognosis is for Week 13, we’ll keep an eye on the daily injury reports. If he doesn’t practice by Friday, it means he will at least miss Sunday’s game at Las Vegas.

 

 

Big Ten/ACC Challenge: How to Watch/Hear/Stream Penn State basketball vs. Miami

Big Ten/ACC Challenge: How to watch Penn State basketball game vs. Miami

After a two-game trip to Florida for the Emerald Coast Classic, Penn Satte men’s basketball returns home to the Bryce Jordan Center on Wednesday night to take part in this year’s Big Ten/ACC Basketball Challenge. Penn State hosts the Miami Hurricanes of the ACC for a nationally televised game.

Penn State hopes to continue the success the program has experienced in the Big Ten/ACC Basketball Challenge. Penn State is 6-1 in their last seven appearances in the in-season scheduling arrangement between the Big Ten and ACC.

Here is how to watch Penn State take on Miami in this year’s Big Ten/ACC Basketball Challenge.

Basic Info

When: Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at 9:15 p.m. ET

Where: Bryce Jordan Center (State College, PA)

How to watch/listen

Broadcast: ESPNU

Online: ESPN+

Live Stream: fuboTV (try it free)

Radio: Find a local Penn State radio affiliate near you

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Bengals get a familiar face to replace Trae Waynes in new mock draft

A fresh look at a 2022 mock draft for the Bengals.

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The Cincinnati Bengals look like a team that needs to prioritize cornerback next offseason.

While Eli Apple has stepped up in place of the injured Trae Waynes, it’s looking more and more like the position is a top target for the team in the 2022 NFL draft.

And some early 2022 mocks would agree.

The Athletic’s Dane Brugler, for example, sees the Bengals going after Cincinnati Bearcats star Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner:

“If the Bengals look to bolster their cornerback depth chart in the draft, they will have a few options in their own back yard. Gardner is a tall, long athlete who can flip his hips and stay on top of routes. Shifty route-runners will give him trouble at times, but he has been a lockdown player in college with zero touchdowns allowed on his watch.”

It’s hard to imagine local Cincinnati fans will complain too much about that idea given what they’ve seen from Sauce over the years.

While the Bengals have sound things going with Mike Hilton and Chidobe Awuzie, Waynes missed the team’s Week 12 game and didn’t sound close to returning despite being eligible to do so in Week 9. He’s only played in two games for the team since signing that three-year deal worth $42 million in free agency last offseason.

Given the premium nature of the position, rolling the dice on a potential No. 1 corner in the opening round makes all kinds of sense, especially if the right side of the offensive line keeps improving as this season continues.

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Giants protect Pharoh Cooper and three others

The New York Giants have protected WR/KR Pharoh Cooper and three other practice squad players ahead of a Week 13 game against Miami.

The New York Giants have announced their practice squad protections ahead of a Week 13 game with the Miami Dolphins and wide receiver/return man Pharoh Cooper was once again among the four.

The Giants signed Cooper to the practice squad in November and elevated him in each of the previous three games. He has served as their return man, returning four kicks for 67 yards and three punts for 35 yards. He’s also hauled in one reception for six yards, and rushed once for three yards.

Cooper is a lock to be elevated again on Sunday afternoon and serve as the team’s starting returner.

In addition to Cooper, the Giants also protected defensive backs Steven Parker and Jarren Williams, and defensive lineman David Moa.

Does this look and sound familiar? It’s because the same four were protected in Week 12.

For Moa, this will be the 10th time this season he’s been protected by the Giants. Parker and Williams are each being protected for the fourth time this season.

With cornerback Danray Holmes (ribs) on injured reserve, expect Parker to be elevated once again on Sunday.

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Giants sign Bills QB Jake Fromm off practice squad

#Giants sign #Bills QB Jake Fromm off practice squad:

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Three is the magic number.

For the third time this season, the Buffalo Bills have had a player signed off their practice squad by another team.

In that happening, the Bills (7-4) are now down to only three quarterbacks in their building as well: Josh Allen, Mitchell Trubisky and Davis Webb.

Per the NFL’s transaction wire on Tuesday, the New York Giants (4-7) signed quarterback Jake Fromm off Buffalo’s practice squad.

The reasoning was because Giants starter Daniel Jones suffered a neck injury in their Week 12 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. His status is unknown, and Fromm will provide insurance on their 53-man roster.

If Jones can’t play in their next game on Sunday against the Miami Dolphins (5-7), Mike Glennon would start.

Prior to Fromm’s signing, Jones and Glennon were the only two quarterbacks on their roster.

Brian Lewerke, who went undrafted at the 2020 NFL draft where Fromm was a fifth-round pick of the Bills, is also on the Giants’ practice squad.

Fromm has not appeared in a regular season game in the NFL, but he’s likely an upgrade from Lewerke.

While Fromm is the third player signed by another team off of Buffalo’s practice squad this season, he’s the first non-rookie.

The Eagles first signed seventh-round offensive lineman Jackson Anderson via the Bills’ PS. Following him was sixth-round cornerback Rachad Wildgoose, who is now on the New York Jets. 

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