Colorado wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter confirmed Thursday that he will enter the 202...

Colorado wide receiver and cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/179519" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/179519">Travis Hunter</a> confirmed Thursday that he will enter the 2025 NFL Draft and intends to play both ways at the pro level, according to <a href="https://x.com/ByPatForde/status/1859662304650068109">Sports Illustrated's Pat Forde</a>."That's definitely for sure," Hunter said, when asked if there's any doubt he'll enter next year's draft, per <a href="https://x.com/ESPNRittenberg/status/1859662140380152254">ESPN's Adam Rittenberg</a>.The Buffaloes' two-way star has established himself as the front-runner for the Heisman Trophy this season. In last week's win against Utah, he became the first player since Hall of Famer Champ Bailey to record at least 50 receiving yards while rushing for a touchdown and intercepting a pass in the same game at the college or NFL level. Bailey accomplished the feat during the 2000 NFL season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Hunter, who is listed as an athlete on Colorado's roster, is posting career-high numbers on offense this season. The junior leads the team with 74 receptions for 911 yards and nine touchdowns. Defensively, he boasts 24 tackles, eight pass breakups, three interceptions, and a forced fumble in 10 games."Travis Hunter should win the Heisman," quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/160938" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/160938">Shedeur Sanders</a> <a href="https://x.com/ByPatForde/status/1859664750193635553">said</a>, per Forde.The two-way star is among the favorites to take home the award this year alongside <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/172507" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/172507">Ashton Jeanty</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/138036" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/138036">Dillon Gabriel</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/152938" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/152938">Cam Ward</a>.Hunter and Sanders are projected to be among the first players to hear their name called in the NFL draft.Colorado is 8-2 under head coach Deion Sanders this season and sit above .500 for the first time since 2016. The program is also in contention to play in the Big 12 title game after rejoining the conference this season.The Buffaloes will play against Kansas on Saturday.

BOULDER, COLORADO - NOVEMBER 16: Travis Hunter #12 of the Colorado Buffaloes celebrates during the second half against the Utah Utes at Folsom Field on November 16, 2024 in Boulder, Colorado.

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North Carolina head coach Mack Brown is informing his coaching staff and players that he plans to...

North Carolina head coach Mack Brown is informing his coaching staff and players that he plans to return to his role next season, according to <a href="https://247sports.com/article/mack-brown-currently-planning-on-remaining-at-north-carolina-240093488/">CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz</a>.Brown is in the midst of his 35th season as a college head coach and his sixth season with North Carolina. It's his second stint with the school. He's established a 282-148-1 overall record that includes stops at Tulane and Texas, the latter of whom he led to a national championship in 2005."There's going to be a day I wake up and say, 'somebody else needs to do be doing this,' and I haven't gotten to that yet," Brown said earlier this week on <a href="https://x.com/SXMCollege/status/1859250353436303580">SiruiusXM College Sports Radio</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Brown highlights the players as a big reason why he's still coaching."I'm going to work as hard as I can every day of my life to do what I'm supposed to do. And right now, my role is to help these young people," Brown said.Brown will lead the Tar Heels into action against Boston College on Saturday.

CHAPEL HILL, NORTH CAROLINA - SEPTEMBER 14: Head coach Mack Brown of the North Carolina Tar Heels watches his team play against the North Carolina Central Eagles during the game at Kenan Memorial Stadium on September 14, 2024 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

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Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh doesn't want the spotlight to be on him or his brother John ahea...

Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh doesn't want the spotlight to be on him or his brother John ahead of Monday's clash between Los Angeles and the Baltimore Ravens."It's about the excitement of the big game. ... It's about the two teams. It's about those who are coaching and those who are playing," Jim said, according to the <a href="https://www.ocregister.com/2024/11/20/chargers-jim-harbaugh-embraces-3rd-matchup-with-brother-john/">Orange County Register's Elliott Teaford</a>. "I'm sure he doesn't want to make it about him. I don't want to make it about me."The prime-time matchup will mark the third NFL matchup between the Harbaugh brothers. John is 2-0 against his younger brother, beating the then-San Francisco 49ers head coach in Super Bowl XLVII and during the 2011 regular season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Although Jim insisted the spotlight shouldn't be on himself and John, he admitted the Super Bowl loss to his brother stung."As I was walking off the field at that Super Bowl, it was like, there will be another day. Then there wasn't for many years," Jim said.He added: "By the grace of God, back in it. Back on a team that has a chance to do that. I'm very thankful."The Niners fired Jim two seasons after that defeat in 2014. He then coached Michigan for nine seasons before being hired by the Chargers. Jim has led L.A. to a 7-3 record in his first campaign back on an NFL sideline."We know how important this is for him," quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/104207" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/104207">Justin Herbert</a> said. "I know if I were playing one of my brothers, it would be a really cool opportunity. ... I can only imagine how big this is for him and his family. It's a special moment for him."Jim said he and his brother wished each other "good luck" ahead of Monday's matchup."It's a tough matchup," John <a href="https://x.com/Ravens/status/1859695364330193036">said</a> Thursday. "It's a very good football team we're playing this week. They're highly ranked pretty much in every area. A winning football team, very physical, very tough. Extremely well-coached, no question about it. One of the best coaches of this generation, no question about it. Even if he weren't my brother, I would say the same thing."The Chargers are aiming to extend their four-game win streak following a nail-biting win against the Cincinnati Bengals.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - JANUARY 08: Head coach Jim Harbaugh of the Michigan Wolverines celebrates with his brother, and NFL head coach, John Harbaugh after defeating the Washington Huskies during the 2024 CFP National Championship game at NRG Stadium on January 08, 2024 in Houston, Texas. Michigan defeated Washington 34-13.

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Wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/57482" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/57482">Davante Adams</a> isn't second-guessing his trade from the Las Vegas Raiders to the New York Jets."Nah, I don't live my life like that," Adams <a href="https://x.com/UpAndAdamsShow/status/1859274691199824181">said</a> Wednesday on "Up &amp; Adams" when asked if he regretted the move. "You'll drive yourself crazy. Hindsight's always 20-20. So you can sit here and look at it right now and say, 'Oh, I could've maybe stayed there, would've been more comfortable, wouldn't have had to move' and all that stuff. But for me, it's about going with my gut in my life, and that's how I make my decisions. I live with them. We'll roll the dice and see what happens."The Jets acquired Adams from the Raiders on Oct. 15 in exchange for a conditional third-round pick in the 2025 draft. The deal reunited the three-time All-Pro wideout with four-time MVP quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/747" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/747">Aaron Rodgers</a>, who was Adams' teammate with the Green Bay Packers from 2014-21.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Adams also noted that joining the Jets wasn't a gamble given his relationship with the future Hall of Famer. While he acknowledges he and Rodgers haven't played up to their capabilities, they're still giving their full effort to put the team back on track.The 11-year pro hasn't spoken with Rodgers about his future amid a <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3133666" href="https://thescore.com/news/3133666">report</a> that the Jets intend to move on from the quarterback after the season."All we can do is worry about the next game," Adams <a href="https://x.com/UpAndAdamsShow/status/1859276409761407038">said</a>. The addition of Adams hasn't proved to be the catalyst to changing the Jets' fortunes after a month. New York has posted a 1-4 mark since acquiring the six-time Pro Bowl wideout. He's caught 26 passes for 278 yards and one score with the Jets.New York is in the midst of a regime change this season. The franchise dismissed head coach Robert Saleh after a 2-3 start in his fourth season. On Tuesday the club <a href="https://www.thescore.com/nfl/news/3133365/jets-fire-gm-douglas-as-disastrous-season-rolls-on">fired general manager Joe Douglas</a>, naming senior advisor Phil Savage as the interim GM."It's surprising, but it's not, just because you know the way this game goes," Adams <a href="https://x.com/UpAndAdamsShow/status/1859284831403901270">said</a> about Douglas' dismissal. "When games aren't being won and things don't look the way that they were intended to look, something's gotta change." Adams noted that he had nothing but good interactions with Douglas during their brief tenure together.After their bye week, the Jets (3-8) will play host to the Seattle Seahawks on Dec. 1.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 31: Davante Adams #17 of the New York Jets looks on from the sideline prior to an NFL football game against the Houston Texans at MetLife Stadium on October 31, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/51141" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/51141">Mike Evans</a> is planning to make his return Sunday against the New York Giants, according to <a href="https://x.com/Schultz_Report/status/1859295502405152964">Fox Sports' Jordan Schultz</a>.Evans has missed the last three games due to a hamstring injury.The five-time Pro Bowler returned to the practice field for the first time since aggravating the ailment last month against the Baltimore Ravens.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Evans was spotted at a bonus practice session Monday. He said he could've pushed his rehab to be available for the Bucs' game against the San Francisco 49ers but added that he's always targeted this weekend, per <a href="https://x.com/JennaLaineESPN/status/1858544344115880031">ESPN's Jenna Laine</a>.Evans' return would provide a significant boost for Tampa Bay's offense, which is without fellow wideout <a href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87115">Chris Godwin</a> for the remainder of the season. <a href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174174">Cade Otton</a>, <a href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/64132">Sterling Shepard</a>, and <a href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188292">Trey Palmer</a> have been among a group of pass-catchers who've stepped up in Evans' absence.Evans has posted over 1,000 yards in each of his previous 10 campaigns. He leads the Bucs with six TDs while totaling 335 yards on 26 receptions in seven games this season.Tampa Bay will look to halt a four-game losing skid against the Giants.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 03: Mike Evans #13 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons during the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 03, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Pro Football Hall of Famer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/2989" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/2989">Ray Lewis</a> has emerged as a candidate to become Florida Atlantic's head coach, sources told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1859241411113005271">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.However, there's been no direct communication between Lewis and FAU, and he's highly unlikely to assume the role, sources told <a href="https://x.com/mzenitz/status/1859247910489112644">CBS Sports' Matt Zenitz</a>."Ray wants it bad," a source told <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5935391/2024/11/20/fau-football-coach-search-charlie-weis-jr-ray-lewis/?source=emp_shared_article">The Athletic's Bruce Feldman</a>. Lewis lives in close proximity to FAU's campus.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Lewis has never coached before. The two-time Super Bowl winner previously worked as an analyst for Fox and ESPN following his retirement after the 2012 season.There's been a growing trend of former NFL players who've transitioned to the college sideline. Colorado's Deion Sanders has led the Buffaloes to an 8-2 record in his second season, while former Tennessee Titans running back Eddie George is Tennessee State's head coach.Florida Atlantic dismissed Tom Herman on Monday in his second season with the program. Herman established a 6-16 record as the head coach and went 0-6 in AAC competition this campaign. Chad Lunsford was named the interim coach for the remainder of the season.Ole Miss offensive coordinator Charlie Weis Jr. is considered the front-runner to be the Owls' next coach, per Feldman. Weis previously served as an assistant in 2018-19 under Lane Kiffin during his FAU tenure.The 2-8 Owls are in the midst of a five-game losing streak.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 08: Ray Lewis attends the 13th Annual NFL Honors at Resorts World Theatre on February 08, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Head coach Zac Taylor isn't taking any issue with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161655" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161655">Ja'Marr Chase</a> after the star wideout pointed at the coaching staff for the Cincinnati Bengals' loss to the Los Angeles Chargers last weekend."I don't ever hold it against a player when they're, after a game, having an emotional response," Taylor said, per <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/42490046/nfl-bengals-jamarr-chase-zac-taylor">ESPN's Ben Baby</a>. "We'll just continue to move forward as a team but love working with him. Thankful that he's on our team."Chase made his frustrations clear when asked how the Bengals can better finish games following their failed comeback in a 34-27 defeat on Sunday Night Football.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"Ask (head coach Zac Taylor), ask the coaches," Chase <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3132140" href="https://thescore.com/news/3132140">said</a>. "Don't ask me, that's not my job."He added: "I play football on the field, I don't call plays for us. I can't really do nothing."The Bengals are 1-6 in one-score games this season.Chase has been one of the bright spots during Cincinnati's 4-7 campaign. The three-time Pro Bowler leads the league with 73 receptions, 1,056 yards, and 12 touchdowns through 11 games."I feel very confident we put Ja'Marr in the best position possible to succeed," Taylor said. "He's first in every category there is. We make a conscious effort to involve him and make sure he's always a big part of that." Quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97638" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97638">Joe Burrow</a> also leads the NFL in multiple categories, including passing yards (3,028) and touchdowns (27). However, he described the 2024 campaign as the most frustrating season of his career.The Bengals will host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Dec. 1 after their bye week.

KANSAS CITY, MO - SEPTEMBER 15: Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor talks with wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) in the second quarter of an NFL game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs on September 15, 2024 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, MO.

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Cleveland Browns defensive end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87669" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87669">Myles Garrett</a> is eager to play against <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/74678" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/74678">T.J. Watt</a> after he felt disrespected by the Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker when he was named the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year in February.Watt, who didn't attend the league's annual awards ceremony out of protest, posted a tweet on X that got plenty of attention after Garrett won the award. The Steelers standout was previously named the 2021 Defensive Player of the Year.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Nothing I’m not used to.— TJ Watt (@_TJWatt) <a href="https://twitter.com/_TJWatt/status/1755761675687625150?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>"I've never complained about the trophy not being at my house and vice versa," Garrett said Tuesday, according to <a href="https://www.cleveland.com/browns/2024/11/how-myles-garrett-felt-about-tj-watt-disrespecting-his-nfl-dpoy-award-last-year-and-what-he-expects-from-him-thursday-night.html">Cleveland.com's Mary Kay Cabot</a>. "He shouldn't be feeling two ways about knowing it's going to me. So just going to play the game. I don't play against T.J., he doesn't play against me. We'll have a plan to go out and do what we're supposed to, win the game and dominate on defense. It's up for grabs this year, and we'll see the best man win."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The five-time Pro Bowler is using Watt's slight as motivation ahead of Thursday's matchup. "Two of the very best in the same division, play each other twice a year. Fans hate each other," Garrett said. That kind of stuff gets you excited. I know we both feel it and get a little bit juiced up for the matchup."Garrett took home the DPOY after garnering 23 first-place votes for 165 points. Watt picked up 19 first-place votes (140 points) to finish second. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161667" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161667">Micah Parsons</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174214" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174214">DaRon Bland</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/100596" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/100596">Maxx Crosby</a> were the other finalists for the coveted trophy.The Browns All-Pro pass-rusher recorded 17 tackles for loss, 14 sacks, and four forced fumbles last season. Watt led the NFL with 19 sacks and 19 TFLs, four forced fumbles and an interception in 2023.Garrett hasn't spoken with Watt since the Steelers star sent the tweet but hopes that changes this week. "He's going to have to apologize when I see him," Garrett said. The Browns pass-rusher says that while he and Watt aren't exactly friends, he respects T.J. and his brother <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/15757" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/15757">J.J. Watt</a> as advocates of the game.Watt provided a diplomatic response to Garrett's remarks. "I have respect for everybody in the league," Watt said Tuesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/C_AdamskiTrib/status/1858951551047307506">Chris Adamski of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review</a>. "Obviously, (he's) a guy who has been a top pass rusher in the league for a long time. But I don’t compete directly against him. It’s our team versus their team, and at the end of the day, I just want the Pittsburgh Steelers to come out with a win.”With the 2024 campaign at the halfway mark, Garrett and Watt are again poised to jockey for the DPOY award. Watt holds a slight lead in sacks with 7.5 compared to Garrett's 7 ahead of Thursday's contest in Cleveland.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 08: Myles Garrett #95 of the Cleveland Browns waits for the snap during the first quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Huntington Bank Field on September 08, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/94699" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/94699">Josh Allen</a> raced past defenders on fourth-and-2 for a 26-yard touchdown with 2:17 remaining to lift the Buffalo Bills to a 30-21 win against the Chiefs, handing Kansas its first loss of the season.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
"OH THE PLAY OF THE YEAR IN THE NFL" - JIM NANTZ <a href="https://t.co/mEj4A1nnHM">pic.twitter.com/mEj4A1nnHM</a>— NFL on CBS 🏈 (@NFLonCBS) <a href="https://twitter.com/NFLonCBS/status/1858303533029748760?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 18, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174029" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174029">Terrel Bernard</a> halted the Chiefs' final offensive possession by intercepting a pass from <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/89514" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/89514">Patrick Mahomes</a> to seal the win.Allen completed 27 of 40 passes for 262 yards, two total touchdowns, and one interception in the victory.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Bills signal-caller led the way despite key starters <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199774" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199774">Keon Coleman</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188115" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188115">Dalton Kincaid</a> sidelined for the contest.Buffalo running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174030" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174030">James Cook</a> chipped in with two rushing touchdowns. "It's another Week 11 win," Allen <a href="https://x.com/BuffaloBills/status/1858306883762753677">said</a> postgame when asked if the victory carries any significance to the season. "Knowing how things usually play out, we'll probably see this team again at some point. We've got to get there first."The Bills remain undefeated at home this season. They've reeled off six consecutive wins since recording back-to-back losses to the Baltimore Ravens and Houston Texans. Buffalo holds the tiebreaker for home-field advantage if tied with the Chiefs for the AFC's top record at the end of the regular season.The Chiefs fell a game short of tying the franchise's longest in-season win streak. Kansas City had won 15 straight games, including postseason play, since their last defeat at the hands of the Las Vegas Raiders on Dec. 25, 2023.Buffalo enters its bye week 9-2, while Kansas City drops to 9-1.Mahomes threw for 196 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161969" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161969">Noah Gray</a> was the recipient of two the TD passes, with the other going to rookie <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199737" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199737">Xavier Worthy</a>. The Chiefs have been involved in several close finishes throughout the season, with seven of their nine wins coming by one score.Both defenses controlled the first three quarters of the game, forcing seven punts between the both squads.The Bills host the San Francisco 49ers on Dec. 1 for their next contest. The Chiefs will aim to bounce back against the Carolina Panthers in a road tilt next week.

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 17: Josh Allen #17 of the Buffalo Bills throws a pass against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second quarter at Highmark Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Orchard Park, New York.

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Dave Aranda will return as Baylor's head coach for the 2025 season, a source told <a href="https://sicem365.com/s/18556/breaking-head-coach-dave-aranda-to-officially-return-for-2025-season">SicEm365</a>.The Bears became bowl-eligible following Saturday's 49-35 win against West Virginia. Aranda has led the program to a 6-4 record thus far this season, which includes a 4-3 mark in Big 12 competition.Aranda entered the season on the hot seat following a 3-9 campaign in 2023. It appeared Baylor would be in store for much of the same after a 2-4 start to the season, but the Bears have reeled off four straight conference wins to turn their fortunes around.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Aranda is under contract with Baylor through the 2029 season after signing an extension in 2022.Baylor will play against Houston next Saturday before closing out the regular season against Kansas.

LUBBOCK, TEXAS - OCTOBER 19: Head coach Dave Aranda of the Baylor Bears stands on the sidelin during the first half of the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Jones AT&T Stadium on October 19, 2024 in Lubbock, Texas.

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The Jacksonville Jaguars are considering making significant changes to both their coaching staff ...

The Jacksonville Jaguars are considering making significant changes to both their coaching staff and front office next week, pending the result of Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions, sources told <a href="https://www.nfl.com/news/jaguars-could-see-another-regime-change-with-loss-to-lions-on-sunday">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.Team personnel wouldn't be surprised if the club moved on from head coach Doug Pederson and general manager Trent Baalke as it's believed significant changes are almost inevitable, according to Rapoport.Next week's bye could serve as an opportune time for the franchise to re-evaluate.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Jacksonville has underwhelmed with a 2-8 record entering Sunday's contest and is on pace to finish last in the AFC South.Quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161653" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161653">Trevor Lawrence</a> has struggled throughout the season after signing a five-year, $275-million extension in June. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/63626" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/63626">Arik Armstead</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/115240" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/115240">Gabe Davis</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97112" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97112">Darnell Savage</a> signed as key free agents with the Jaguars this offseason.Pederson has a 20-24 record in two-plus seasons with the Jaguars and helped the club capture a division title and playoff berth in his first campaign with the club in 2022. Jacksonville has posted back-to-back 9-8 seasons in 2022 and '23.Quarterbacks coach Mike McCoy is considered a prime candidate to serve as the interim head coach if the franchise dismisses Pederson after previously serving as head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers (2013-16), according to Rapoport.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161650" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161650">Mac Jones</a> will lead the Jaguars against the Lions after Lawrence was ruled out for the second straight week due to a left shoulder injury.

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 10: Head coach Doug Pederson of the Jacksonville Jaguars looks on during the second half against the Minnesota Vikings at EverBank Stadium on November 10, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida.

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Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins will make his return Monday against the Dallas Cowboys....

Houston Texans wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161840" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161840">Nico Collins</a> will make his return Monday against the Dallas Cowboys.He wasn't listed on the team's final injury report.Collins expressed confidence Friday that he'd return to the lineup following a five-game absence due to a hamstring injury.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"I feel like myself. I feel like that was the main part," Collins said, according to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3129621" href="https://thescore.com/news/3129621">The Associated Press</a>.He added: "You don’t want to miss no games, but that's part of it. But it's a long season, it's a marathon, and you want to take care of your body. But missing time hurts. You want to be out there with your brothers, making plays."The star wideout was a full participant in the Texans' Friday and Saturday practice sessions after being activated from injured reserve last week. He was ruled inactive for last week's loss against the Detroit Lions. The Michigan product led the NFL with 567 receiving yards before being injured against the Buffalo Bills on Oct. 6.Collins' return should provide a huge boost to a Texans offense that lost <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/65482" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/65482">Stefon Diggs</a> for the season with a torn ACL. Houston will also be without defensive end Will Anderson for a second straight game due to an ankle injury.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 29: Nico Collins #12 of the Houston Texans runs after catching a pass during the second quarter of the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at NRG Stadium on September 29, 2024 in Houston, Texas.

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Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy announced <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/110092" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/110092">Rico Dowdle</a> will see the bulk of the team's carries at running back going forward."He's the lead back," McCarthy said, according <a href="https://www.lonestarlive.com/cowboys/2024/11/hes-the-lead-back-dallas-cowboys-coach-changes-tune-about-rico-dowdle-and-the-backfield.html">LoneStarLive.com's Aaron Kasinitz</a>. "I thought he had a really good first half, and I think that's illustrated by the attempts. Rico needs to touch the ball."The South Carolina alum has carried the ball at least 29 more times than any other halfback on Dallas' roster. Dowdle leads the Cowboys with 374 rushing yards on 83 carries and is averaging 4.5 yards per rush. He's also caught 24 passes for 166 yards and three scores.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"Gotta get him the ball," McCarthy said. "That's my focus, just continue to get him opportunities." McCarthy's announcement represents a pivot from the running back-by-committee approach. Veteran <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/71827" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/71827">Ezekiel Elliott</a> received the starting nod to begin the campaign in his second stint with the Cowboys but is averaging a career-low 3.2 yards per carry.Dallas has been unable to generate much success on the ground despite <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188341" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188341">Deuce Vaughn</a> and four-time Pro Bowler <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/83748" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/83748">Dalvin Cook</a> receiving limited work. The Cowboys rank 31st in the NFL in yards per game at 83.7, and their 197 rushing attempts are the fewest in the league.Dowdle will see an uptick in touches while sharing a backfield with quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/65598" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/65598">Cooper Rush</a>, as star signal-caller <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/50470" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/50470">Dak Prescott</a> is set to miss the remainder of the season.The Cowboys will host the Houston Texans on Monday Night Football in their next game.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - SEPTEMBER 15: Rico Dowdle #23 of the Dallas Cowboys runs with the ball during the first half against the New Orleans Saints at AT&T Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.

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Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott took aim at the Miami Dolphins, calling his former team...

Pittsburgh Steelers safety <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/99761" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/99761">DeShon Elliott</a> took aim at the Miami Dolphins, calling his former team "soft" during a recent podcast interview.The 27-year-old defensive back started 15 games last season for the Dolphins, who finished 11-6. Elliott failed to earn a victory in 2023 against Baltimore, where he spent four campaigns. The Ravens routed the Dolphins 56-19 last year. Elliott said he's looking forward to facing the Ravens on Sunday now that he's with the Steelers."I haven't been able to play against Baltimore the way I wanted to," Elliott said on the "Punch Line Podcast," according to <a href="https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/steelers-deshon-elliott-says-dolphins-were-soft-as-f-in-2023-lacked-mentally-tough-individuals/">CBS Sports' Cody Benjamin</a>. "Because last year, I played for a team that was soft as f--k. ... There were some guys who were tough, but the majority of the team, there was not mentally tough individuals. So, to be on a team with a full team of mentally tough guys ... this is going to be fun."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel declined to directly respond to Elliott's criticism when asked Wednesday about the comments."I think I am supremely only concerned with the 2024 Dolphins for sure," McDaniel said. "And I think that every team's ability to be mentally tough in an NFL season is definitely tried, and I think ... our team played a tough-fought game the last three weeks, and ended up finding a way to win this past week. ..."Cool, you said it on a podcast? Cool podcast."The 2024 Dolphins (3-6) ended a three-game losing skid Monday night with a victory over the Los Angeles Rams. Miami is 2.5 games behind the Denver Broncos for the final AFC wild-card spot.Elliott's Steelers (7-2) are riding a four-game win streak and sit atop the AFC North with a half-game lead over the Ravens.

PITTSBURGH, PA - OCTOBER 28: DeShon Elliott #25 of the Pittsburgh Steelers in action against the New York Giants on October 28, 2024 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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Washington Commanders running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174076" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174076">Brian Robinson</a> is set to return to the starting lineup Thursday against the Philadelphia Eagles after missing two games due to a hamstring injury.The Commanders didn't give Robinson an injury designation on their final injury report Wednesday. The third-year tailback was a full participant in Wednesday's practice after being limited in sessions Monday and Tuesday.Robinson leads Washington with six rushing touchdowns and is second behind quarterback Jayden Daniels in rushing yards with 461.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Commanders recorded 149 yards on the ground in a 27-22 win against the New York Giants in Week 9 with Robinson sidelined. However, Washington couldn't replicate that performance against the Steelers last weekend, rushing for 60 yards on 22 attempts.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/81875" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/81875">Austin Ekeler</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/88626" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/88626">Jeremy McNichols</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188336" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188336">Chris Rodriguez</a> have split carries at halfback with Robinson out of action.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - NOVEMBER 12: Brian Robinson Jr. #8 of the Washington Commanders runs the ball during the first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on November 12, 2023 in Seattle, Washington.

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LSU head coach Brian Kelly isn't planning to make a quarterback change despite Garrett Nussmeier'...

LSU head coach Brian Kelly isn't planning to make a quarterback change despite <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/162949" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/162949">Garrett Nussmeier</a>'s recent turnover-filled performances."We believe that as we continue to grow in the first year of a starter that he gives us the best chance to be successful," Kelly said Wednesday, according to <a href="https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsu-football-qb-garrett-nussmeier-interceptions/article_d44707d8-fee4-52ac-9247-05479c529047.html#tncms-source=the-latest">The Advocate's Wilson Alexander</a>. "When I'm firm in those answers, it's because we've done the due diligence. We've watched these kids play, and we truly believe that he gives us the best options for success."Nussmeier has displayed moments of brilliance in his first season as the Tigers' starting quarterback. The redshirt junior has thrown for 2,866 yards and 21 touchdowns with a 62.7% completion rate. Turnovers have become an issue for the Louisiana native, however, as he's thrown nine interceptions over his last five games.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Tigers are coming off back-to-back losses in which Nussmeier threw three second-half interceptions to Texas A&amp;M before throwing two picks and losing a fumble during last weekend's defeat to Alabama. Only Georgia's <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/148097" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/148097">Carson Beck</a> (12) has been picked off more than Nussmeier (11) among SEC signal-callers.Kelly said that LSU's offensive staff could help Nussmeier by making things easier on the young signal-caller and emphasized footwork to help the QB improve his timing. The Tigers coach previously gave the same message to Heisman Trophy winner <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199756" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199756">Jayden Daniels</a> during his tenure with the team."Getting back to the basic fundamentals will help us immensely," Kelly said. "And it will help Garrett immensely to where we want to go."LSU (6-3) dropped from No. 15 to No. 22 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings.

BATON ROUGE, LA - NOVEMBER 9: Garrett Nussmeier of the LSU Tigers in action against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Tiger Stadium on November 9, 2024 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

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Four-star wide receiver Caleb Cunningham announced Wednesday that he flipped his commitment from ...

Four-star wide receiver Caleb Cunningham announced Wednesday that he flipped his commitment from Alabama to Ole Miss, according to <a href="https://x.com/Hayesfawcett3/status/1856758214638850394">ON3's Hayes Fawcett</a>.Cunningham initially gave his verbal pledge to the Crimson Tide in July but still visited several SEC programs after announcing his commitment, reports <a href="https://n.rivals.com/news/ole-miss-flips-elite-in-state-wr-caleb-cunningham-away-from-alabama">Rivals' Sam Spiegelman</a>.The 6-foot-3, 190-pounder is the top prospect in Mississippi and the second-ranked wideout overall on the <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/253547/caleb-cunningham">2025 ESPN 300</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Cunningham attended Ole Miss' home win over Georgia last weekend, per <a href="https://x.com/ByEliLederman/status/1856759467389370849">ESPN's Eli Lederman</a>.With Cunnigham's commitment, the Rebels secure their highest-rated prospect for this cycle before the start of the early signing period. Cunningham joins cornerback Cortez Thomas and linebacker Jarcoby Hopson among Ole Miss' commitments who've landed on the 2025 ESPN 300.Despite Cunningham's departure, Alabama still boasts one of the more impressive classes in the '25 cycle. Five-star prospects Keelon Russell and Ty Haywood headline the Crimson Tide's impressive haul.

COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA - OCTOBER 05: A Mississippi Rebels helmet is seen during their game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Williams-Brice Stadium on October 05, 2024 in Columbia, South Carolina.

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UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is still coming for Jon Jones just days before the ...

UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is still coming for Jon Jones just days before the heavyweight champion's fight against Stipe Miocic, calling Saturday's UFC 309 bout at Madison Square Garden "far from undisputed.""What I've got against this fight, in particular, is it's contested for an undisputed heavyweight title," Aspinall <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zFR_ngsnbc">said</a> in a video published Wednesday on his YouTube channel. "This is the most disputed title that you could possibly get because there are two champions. And one of the champions, Jon Jones, is avoiding the other champion, me."Aspinall added that he wouldn't say anything bad about Jones' or Miocic's careers but poked fun at their ages, calling this weekend's main event a feature of "two old farts" in a bout "nobody that I can see really gives a shit about." Jones is 37, while Miocic is 42.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The interim champion also called Jones a "politician" who likes to control the narrative of what fans think, citing "Bones" avoiding a blockbuster fight against former UFC champion Francis Ngannou for three years as an example. Aspinall added that he isn't surprised when Jones takes fights where he's at an advantage.Jones has maintained that he'll unlikely fight Aspinall after UFC 309 and could retire. However, he teased a potential bout with light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira on Monday.Aspinall, who's serving as the backup fighter for Saturday's main event, owns an 8-1 UFC record since debuting in the promotion in 2020. His lone loss came when he suffered a significant knee injury in the opening round to Curtis Blaydes in 2022. He avenged the blemish with a first-round KO against Blaydes at UFC 304 in July.Despite the insults, Aspinall said he has no ill will toward Jones but stands in the way of his dream of becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion."I want the belt, and he's got it. That's all I'm after," Aspinall said.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 09: Tom Aspinall of England is seen on stage during the UFC 295 press conference at Chase Square at Madison Square Garden on November 09, 2023 in New York City.

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Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel expects quarterback Nico Iamaleava to be available for Saturday'...

Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel expects quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/184768" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/184768">Nico Iamaleava</a> to be available for Saturday's matchup against Georgia."(Iamaleava) was with us today. (He) had a really good day," Heupel said during his weekly press conference, according to the <a href="https://www.knoxnews.com/story/sports/college/university-of-tennessee/football/2024/11/11/nico-iamaleava-injury-update-tennessee-football-vs-georgia-josh-heupel/76101028007/">Knoxville News Sentinel's Adam Sparks</a>. "(We) feel like he'll be in great shape for Saturday. But you guys can monitor the (SEC availability) report on Wednesday and track it through the week."The redshirt freshman didn't return to last week's 33-14 win over Mississippi State after halftime because of an upper-body injury. Heupel didn't go into detail about the severity of Iamaleava's injury.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Iamaleava has displayed gradual improvement in his first season as a starter. The promising signal-caller has thrown for 1,879 yards, 11 touchdowns, and four interceptions with a 65.2% completion rate.Vols leading receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/162612" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/162612">Dont'e Thornton Jr.</a> is also expected to be available after exiting the Mississippi State game with an upper-body injury. The senior wideout has hauled in 20 receptions for 505 yards and four touchdowns.Tennessee (8-1) travels to Georgia (7-2) for a pivotal matchup with repercussions for the SEC title picture and the College Football Playoff.

KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE - NOVEMBER 09: Nico Iamaleava #8 of the Tennessee Volunteers passes the ball in the first half during their game against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Neyland Stadium on November 09, 2024 in Knoxville, Tennessee.

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Star linebacker Micah Parsons isn't putting much thought into the job status of head coach Mike M...

Star linebacker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161667" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161667">Micah Parsons</a> isn't putting much thought into the job status of head coach Mike McCarthy following Sunday's 34-6 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. "That's above my pay grade, if Mike's coach again next year," Parsons said Sunday, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/42327757/micah-parsons-feels-bad-zack-martin-cowboys-veterans">ESPN's Todd Archer</a>. "All coaching aside, Mike can leave and go where he wants to. Guys I kind of feel bad for is guys like <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/23931" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/23931">Zack Martin</a> and guys who might be on their last year, on their way out, because that's who I wanted to hold the trophy for."You want to win games and do great things with those type of legends who put in more time and work than Mike McCarthy ever did. So those are the kind of guys that I have so much sympathy and hurt for."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The Cowboys dropped to 3-6 after Sunday's loss. McCarthy, who is in the final year of his contract, finds himself on the hot seat with Dallas in jeopardy of missing the playoffs amid a four-game losing stretch.McCarthy is in his 18th year as a head coach and his fifth season with the Cowboys. He has a 45-31 record in Dallas, which posted a 12-5 mark in each of the previous three seasons while not making it past the divisional round of the playoffs.Martin has been a stalwart along the Cowboys' offensive line since he was selected in the first round of the 2014 draft. The All-Pro offensive guard has battled through an ankle and shoulder injury in what is the final year of his contract.Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones said he isn't inclined to make a midseason coaching change after Sunday's blowout loss. Jones fired Wade Phillips in 2010 following a loss to the Green Bay Packers, naming Jason Garrett as the interim coach in his place."Mike is a heck of a coach, a great coach in my mind," Jones said, according to <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5913377/2024/11/10/jerry-jones-cowboys-coaching-change-mike-mccarthy/">The Athletic's Jenna West, Jon Machota, and Saad Yousuf</a>. "(He) has and should have the opportunity to do better than we’re playing right now. I haven't had good experience changing coaches in the middle of the season."The Cowboys are without quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/50470" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/50470">Dak Prescott</a>, who <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3123388" href="https://thescore.com/news/3123388">reportedly</a> plans to undergo season-ending surgery on a partially torn hamstring.Sunday's loss marred Parsons' return to the field after a four-game absence because of an ankle injury. The dynamic pass-rusher recorded two sacks, one tackle for loss, and two QB hits in his first game since Week 4.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 26: Micah Parsons #11 of the Dallas Cowboys lines up before the snap during an NFL football game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on September 26, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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