Tag: Fire

WATCH: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium appears to be on fire, per Twitter video [UPDATED]

The video was taken on Stadium Road just outside of the south endzone area with no intervention underway at the time it was recorded.

A video showing a large plume of smoke emanating from the south end of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, the University of Florida’s football venue, was posted on Saturday afternoon by Twitter user @dovescrytoo.

The video was taken on Stadium Road just outside of the south end zone area with no intervention visibly underway at the time it was recorded. A few cars and pedestrians can also be seen passing by.

We will provide updates as information becomes available.

**UPDATE**

“The fire at The Swamp, University of Florida’s venerable football stadium, has been put out. It was caused by a golf cart that caught on fire and is not believed to be structural.”

**UPDATE TWO**

“GFR and University of Florida has confirmed: it was a dumpster fire on the 3rd level. No one was injured and the fire has been contained.”

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MLS Picks: San Jose Earthquakes vs. Chicago Fire FC preview, odds and best bets

Previewing Sunday’s San Jose Earthquakes vs. Chicago Fire FC sports betting odds and lines, with MLS betting picks, tips and best bets.

The San Jose Earthquakes (1 win, 0 losses, 1 draw) and Chicago Fire FC (1-0-0) meet in Group B action of the MLS is Back Tournament Sunday at 8 p.m. ET at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex near Orlando, Fla. Below, we preview the San Jose-Chicago betting odds and lines, and make our best MLS bets and picks at BetMGM.

San Jose vs. Chicago FC: Key injuries

San Jose

  • D Marcos Lopez (appendicitis) out

Chicago FC

  • M Micheal Azira (eye) doubtful
  • D Jeremiah Gutjahr (undisclosed) doubtful
  • D Johan Kappelhof (quadriceps) doubtful

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San Jose vs. Chicago FC: MLS odds, betting lines and picks

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 6:40 a.m. ET.

Prediction

San Jose 2, Chicago FC 1

Moneyline (ML)

SAN JOSE (+165) is a slight underdog against Chicago FC (+145), but the Earthquakes certainly have enough firepower to outlast anyone. After showing rust in their opening scoreless draw against the Seattle Sounders, the ‘Quakes outlasted the Vancouver Whitecaps 4-3 in a mid-week battle. Chicago picked up a 2-1 win over Seattle earlier in the week, as the Fire started slowly after their initial game against Nashville SC was wiped out. This one is likely for the top spot in the group, and the Earthquakes look to be the best option.

Over/Under (O/U)

OVER 2.5 (-176) is a bit on the pricy side, but it will be worth it. However, while Over 3.5 (+135) is tempting at a plus number, don’t expect the ‘Quakes to have the same kind of offensive success like they did last time out. Chicago is a lot stingier on defense and it will be a slower go for the Bay Area club.

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Broncos DE Adam Gotsis helping raise money for Australia

Broncos defensive end Adam Gotsis has started a fundraising campaign to help Australia fight and recover from wildfires.

Broncos defensive end Adam Gotsis, who was born in Melbourne, Australia, has started a fundraising campaign to help fight the wildfire crisis in his home country.

“Australia is suffering due to the bushfires,” Gotsis wrote on his Instagram page Monday. “I believe it’s my duty to support my native country during this national crisis. Families are displaced and the wildlife has been severely impacted. I’m calling on fellow athletes and fans to unite to help Australia. I hope by launching this initiative we can make a significant impact to help those in need.”

The defensive lineman started a website — greenandgoldunite.org — and has asked fans and athletes to join him in donating to the cause. Gotsis has pledged to match the first $5,000 in donations.

Gotsis was selected by Denver in the second round of the 2016 NFL draft, making him the highest-drafted Australia-born player in league history. He has totaled 109 tackles five sacks in his career. The 27-year-old defender is scheduled to become a free agent in March.

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