The Arizona Cardinals selected rookie Isaiah Simmons eighth overall in the 2020 draft to play linebacker. With his size, speed, athleticism and production in college, they believe he can be special at the position. One of his greatest traits while at Clemson was his ability to play all over the field. He was a safety who transitioned over time to linebacker. Because of … [Read more...] about With injuries, Cardinals' Isaiah Simmons could be going to safety
Bears name Nick Foles starting QB after comeback performance vs. Falcons
Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports Direct an amazing comeback, get a new role. Less than 24 hours after leading the Chicago Bears back from a 16-point deficit in the fourth quarter, former Arizona Wildcats star Nick Foles has been named the starting quarterback. Coach Nagy announces that Nick Foles will be our starter for Week 4 against the Colts. pic.twitter.com/YxGulXVr0B— … [Read more...] about Bears name Nick Foles starting QB after comeback performance vs. Falcons
Arizona women’s basketball drops a spot in ESPN’s way-too-early preseason rankings
Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images Now that we have a date for the start of the college basketball season—it’s Nov. 25—ESPN revisited their women’s basketball way-too-early preseason rankings, and they moved the Arizona Wildcats down a spot from 7th to 8th. (N.C. State leapfrogged them.) There is no explanation from the three folks who are responsible for compiling these … [Read more...] about Arizona women’s basketball drops a spot in ESPN’s way-too-early preseason rankings
Could the Buffalo Sabres be a fit for Arizona Coyotes goalie Antti Raanta?
Photo by Dave Sandford/NHLI via Getty Images The Coyotes need to clear up cap space and Raanta could get them value in return. The Arizona Coyotes need to clear up cap space this off-season and Antti Raanta could be a potential casualty when all is said and done. The 31-year-old has put up great numbers since moving to the desert three seasons ago and has even been among the … [Read more...] about Could the Buffalo Sabres be a fit for Arizona Coyotes goalie Antti Raanta?
Duane Rankin: LaMelo Ball said he hasn’t talked with #Suns, but said he feel like can fit in with any team. He’s doing his Zoom media interview from a gym. Said he’s been working out. Many here remember when his dad talked about wanting to get all three of his sons to Phoenix. pic.twitter.com/Ui3EHK4Gee … [Read more...] about
Marc J. Spears: Black head coaches remaining in the 30-team NBA: Cleveland’s JB Bickerstaff, Detroit’s Dwane Casey, Atlanta’s Lloyd Pierce and Phoenix’s Monty Williams. Black coaches fired in 2020: Doc Rivers, Nate McMillan and Alvin Gentry. Black coaches hired in 2020: 0. NBA black players 75%. … [Read more...] about
Arizona's NFL connections: Nick Foles, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Brandon Aiyuk stand out in Week 3
There are now two active NFL starting quarterbacks who went to an Arizona high school or college. … [Read more...] about Arizona's NFL connections: Nick Foles, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Brandon Aiyuk stand out in Week 3
DeAndre Hopkins Is PFF's Highest-Graded Receiver Through Three Games
All-Pro wide receiver off to blazing start with Cardinals … [Read more...] about DeAndre Hopkins Is PFF's Highest-Graded Receiver Through Three Games
MLB power rankings: Arizona Diamondbacks finish 'mess' of a 2020 MLB season
Is there hope on the horizon for the Arizona Diamondbacks after a disappointing 2020? MLB power rankings share their thoughts. … [Read more...] about MLB power rankings: Arizona Diamondbacks finish 'mess' of a 2020 MLB season