New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara is unlikely to play Monday night against the Green B...

New Orleans Saints running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/78282" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/78282">Alvin Kamara</a> is unlikely to play Monday night against the Green Bay Packers because of a groin injury, interim head coach Darren Rizzi said Thursday, per <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1869843674454274147">NFL Network's Tom Pelissero</a>.Kamara's injury is still being evaluated but it could be a season-ending ailment, sources told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1869846184980034022">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.Rizzi also announced that <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199980" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199980">Spencer Rattler</a> will start at quarterback.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Kamara has tallied 950 yards and six touchdowns as a runner along with 543 yards and another two scores as a receiver this season. The five-time Pro Bowler has never posted 1,000 rushing yards in a single season.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188157" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188157">Kendre Miller</a> is expected to operate as the team's top runner with Kamara sidelined. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/66312" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/66312">Jamaal Williams</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/189751" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/189751">Jordan Mims</a> could also see an uptick in playing time.Rattler, meanwhile, will start over <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188302" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188302">Jake Haener</a>. Haener made his first career start against the Washington Commanders last week and completed 4 of 10 passes for 49 yards with an interception.Rattler has thrown for 706 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions this season. He's appeared in four games with three starts.Wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/173997" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/173997">Chris Olave</a> had his 21-day practice window opened to return from injured reserve but isn't expected to play Monday, Rizzi told reporters, including <a href="https://x.com/MikeTriplett/status/1869846987333656696">NewOrleans.Football's Mike Triplett</a>. Olave hasn't played since sustaining his second concussion of the campaign Nov. 3.

NEW ORLEANS, LA - DECEMBER 01: Alvin Kamara #41 of the New Orleans Saints looks on from the field during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams at Caesars Superdome on December 1, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

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Quarterback Patrick Mahomes and wide receiver Marquise "Hollywood" Brown are off the Kansas City ...

Quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/89514" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/89514">Patrick Mahomes</a> and wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/114847" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/114847">Marquise "Hollywood" Brown</a> are off the Kansas City Chiefs' injury report ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Houston Texans, the team announced Thursday.Mahomes was a full participant in all three practices this week after sustaining an ankle injury in last week's win over the Cleveland Browns.The 29-year-old completed 19 of 38 passes for 159 yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions on the road before suffering the ailment. Backup <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/58916" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/58916">Carson Wentz</a> replaced the two-time MVP for eight snaps.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Mahomes has completed 66.7% of his passes for 3,348 yards, 22 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions this season. He leads all quarterbacks in fourth-quarter comebacks (five) and game-winning drives (seven) in 2024.Brown, meanwhile, has been rehabbing an SC joint injury that required surgery. The speedster has yet to appear in a contest this campaign.The 27-year-old wideout posted 574 yards and four touchdowns on 51 receptions with the Arizona Cardinals in 2023. He's tallied 3,644 yards and 28 scores since being drafted in the first round in 2019.Brown's Chiefs debut comes against a Texans defense that ranks fourth in total yards (302.4) and ninth in points (21.4) allowed per game.

CLEVELAND, OHIO - DECEMBER 15: Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs throws a pass against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter at Huntington Bank Field on December 15, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.

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San Francisco 49ers running back Isaac Guerendo is unlikely to play Sunday against the Miami Dolp...

San Francisco 49ers running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199986" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199986">Isaac Guerendo</a> is unlikely to play Sunday against the Miami Dolphins because of a hamstring injury, a source told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1869791157879984192">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.Guerendo was questionable for last week's contest because of a foot injury but played through the ailment and tallied 57 rushing and 18 receiving yards on 20 touches.Last week's contest was the second start of the 24-year-old's career. He was thrust into the starting lineup with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/85079" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/85079">Christian McCaffrey</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174345" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174345">Jordan Mason</a>, and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/162088" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/162088">Elijah Mitchell</a> all on injured reserve with season-ending injuries.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/110586" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/110586">Patrick Taylor Jr.</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188227" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188227">Israel Abanikanda</a> are the only healthy running backs on San Francisco's active roster. Practice squad back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97145" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97145">Ke'Shawn Vaughn</a> could also be elevated for the contest.The 49ers (6-8) have a less than 1% chance of making the postseason even if they win their remaining three games, according to the <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/upshot/san-francisco-49ers-nfl-playoff-picture.html#mia-sf-16=loss&amp;sf-det-17=win&amp;ari-sf-18=loss">NYT playoff simulator</a>.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 12: Running back Isaac Guerendo #31 of the San Francisco 49ers stands on the sidelines during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams, at Levi's Stadium on December 12, 2024 in Santa Clara, California.

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Former Liberty quarterback Kaidon Salter is transferring to Colorado, according to On3's Pete Nak...

Former Liberty quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/163050" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/163050">Kaidon Salter</a> is transferring to Colorado, according to <a href="https://x.com/PeteNakos_/status/1869440818127475064">On3's Pete Nakos</a>.Salter threw for 1,886 yards, 15 touchdowns, and six interceptions in 2024. He added 579 yards and seven scores on the ground.The dual-threat quarterback was named C-USA MVP in 2023 after tallying 2,876 passing yards, 32 touchdowns, and six picks, along with 1,089 rushing yards and 12 scores.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Salter joins a Colorado quarterback room that features five-star recruit Julian Lewis, among others. Lewis is the No. 2 prospect in the <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/football/recruiting/player/_/id/255128/julian-lewis">2025 ESPN 300.</a>

LYNCHBURG, VIRGINIA - OCTOBER 30: Kaidon Salter #7 of the Liberty Flames runs the ball during the first half of a football game against the Jacksonville State Gamecocks at Williams Stadium on October 30, 2024 in Lynchburg, Virginia.

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The Washington Commanders are opening defensive tackle Jonathan Allen's 21-day window to return f...

The Washington Commanders are opening defensive tackle <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/78271" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/78271">Jonathan Allen</a>'s 21-day window to return from injured reserve, per <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1869430686584844697">NFL Network's Tom Pelissero and Ian Rapoport</a>.Allen was placed on injured reserve with a significant pectoral injury after Week 6, and it was initially feared he would miss the rest of the year.The 29-year-old will need to be moved to the active roster before the 21-day window closes or he'll revert back to the reserve list for the rest of the season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Allen tallied 15 total tackles (two for loss), two sacks, and six quarterback hits in six appearances before landing on the reserve list. He totaled at least 5.5 sacks in each of the last three seasons.The two-time Pro Bowler's return would bolster a pass-rushing unit that's tied for 14th in the NFL with 35 team sacks.

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 06: Jonathan Allen #93 of the Washington Commanders reacts against the Cleveland Browns at Northwest Stadium on October 06, 2024 in Landover, Maryland.

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Former Washington State head coach Jake Dickert will take over the same role with Wake Forest, th...

Former Washington State head coach Jake Dickert will take over the same role with Wake Forest, the program announced Wednesday."I cannot tell you how excited, proud, and honored I am to be the head football coach at Wake Forest University," Dickert said in a statement, adding, "My number one priority will be building relationships with our current student-athletes and earning their trust."Dickert took over as Washington State's interim head coach in 2021 before holding the full-time job from 2022-24.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 41-year-old owns a 23-20 record, including an 8-4 mark in 2024."Jake Dickert is the perfect fit to lead Wake Forest football into our next chapter of football success," vice president and athletic director John Currie said.Currie added, "Jake's philosophy of fostering personal growth, cultivating trust within the team, and relentlessly competing for championships embodies the principles we hold dear.Wake Forest is fresh off a 4-8 campaign that marked the second consecutive losing season for the school. The program went 2-6 in ACC games.Dave Clawson stepped down Monday after 11 years as Wake Forest's sideline boss.

CORVALLIS, OREGON - NOVEMBER 23: Head coach Jake Dickert of the Washington State Cougars reacts to a play call during the second half against the Oregon State Beavers at Reser Stadium on November 23, 2024 in Corvallis, Oregon.

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The Kansas City Chiefs opened the 21-day practice window for wide receiver Hollywood Brown and ki...

The Kansas City Chiefs opened the 21-day practice window for wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/114847" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/114847">Hollywood Brown</a> and kicker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/76940" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/76940">Harrison Butker</a>, the team announced Friday.Brown has been cleared and could return before the end of the regular season, sources told <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1867358486574559570">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>. Brown is recovering from an SC joint sprain that required surgery.The 27-year-old signed a one-year deal with the Chiefs in the offseason but has yet to appear in a game due to the injury.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Brown tallied 574 yards and four touchdowns on 51 receptions with the Arizona Cardinals in 2023.The 5-foot-9, 180-pound speedster has totaled 313 receptions, 3,644 yards, and 28 touchdowns in 72 career games since being drafted 25th overall in 2019.Meanwhile, Butker has missed the past four games with a knee injury. The Chiefs have relied on <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/200323" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/200323">Spencer Shrader</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/158564" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/158564">Matthew Wright</a> during his absence.

JACKSONVILLE, FL - AUGUST 10: Wide Receiver Hollywood Brown #5 of the Kansas City Chiefs warms up prior to a preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium on August 10, 2024 in Jacksonville, Florida. The Jaguars defeated the Chiefs 26 to 13.

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San Francisco 49ers linebacker De'Vondre Campbell refused to play in the second half of Thursday ...

San Francisco 49ers linebacker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/71792" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/71792">De'Vondre Campbell</a> refused to play in the second half of Thursday night's matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters, including the <a href="https://x.com/Eric_Branch/status/1867426213155024930">San Francisco Chronicle's Eric Branch</a>.Campbell left the 49ers' 12-6 loss in the third quarter after being asked to replace <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/98910" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/98910">Dre Greenlaw</a>, Shanahan said.Shanahan added the club would "figure something out" when asked if San Francisco will release Campbell, according to <a href="https://x.com/mattbarrows/status/1867426621017534888">Matt Barrows of The Athletic</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/104792" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/104792">Charvarius Ward</a> took issue with Campbell's exit, saying the "sucker shit" decision hurt the team. Ward added that Campbell is "probably going to get cut soon."<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Here is the whole Mooney Ward exchange on De'Vondre Campbell refusing to go into the game tonight. Mooney was brutally honest about a guy who appeared to quit on his team. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/49ers?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#49ers</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FTTB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FTTB</a> <a href="https://t.co/CT6zNcC4t1">pic.twitter.com/CT6zNcC4t1</a>— Matt Lively (@mattblively) <a href="https://twitter.com/mattblively/status/1867429566081642634?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 13, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Campbell joined the 49ers on a one-year contract during the offseason. He's tallied 79 total tackles (three for loss), two pass deflections, and a quarterback hit in 13 games this campaign.Greenlaw exited the game with Achilles tightness, Shanahan said, according to the <a href="https://x.com/CamInman/status/1867426074243834361">Bay Area News Group's Cam Inman</a>. It was his first game since tearing his Achilles in Super Bowl LVIII. There's no concern that Greenlaw tore the tendon again.

TAMPA, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 10: De'Vondre Campbell #59 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on prior to an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on November 10, 2024 in Tampa, Florida.

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Clemson will host ex-Purdue edge rusher Will Heldt on a transfer visit in the coming days, his ag...

Clemson will host ex-Purdue edge rusher <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/184250" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/184250">Will Heldt</a> on a transfer visit in the coming days, his agents told <a href="https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/1867344750212526126">ESPN's Pete Thamel</a>.The Tigers have never taken a scholarship defensive player from the portal, according to Thamel.Heldt tallied 56 total tackles, including 10 tackles for loss and five sacks, and a fumble recovery in 12 games with the Boilermakers this season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 6-foot-6, 265-pounder is also visiting LSU and Texas A&amp;M, <a href="https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/1867344752355520858">Thamel</a> adds. Heldt has two years of eligibility remaining.

WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA - OCTOBER 18: Will Heldt #15 of the Purdue Boilermakers reacts during the second quarter against the Oregon Ducks at Ross-Ade Stadium on October 18, 2024 in West Lafayette, Indiana.

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Ohio State head coach Ryan Day couldn't believe it when the Buckeyes dropped Saturday's rivalry m...

Ohio State head coach Ryan Day couldn't believe it when the Buckeyes dropped Saturday's rivalry matchup against Michigan."I was in shock after the game," Day said Wednesday, per <a href="https://x.com/brockheilig/status/1864366960789602490">Rivals' Brock Heilig</a>. "I never expected that to happen."Ohio State outgained Michigan 252 yards to 235 and tallied 16 first downs to the Wolverines' 13. However, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/148298" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/148298">Will Howard</a>'s two interceptions and a pair of missed field goals proved too much for Ohio State to overcome in the 13-10 loss.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Michigan had its own issues, including a pair of interceptions, but dominated time of possession and scored the game-winning points with under a minute remaining.The result marks the Wolverines' fourth consecutive win in "The Game." Prior to Michigan's hot streak, Ohio State had won eight straight times in the rivalry matchup.The upset loss also dropped the Buckeyes to 10-2, kept them out of the Big Ten title game, and pushed them from No. 2 to No. 6 in the College Football Playoff rankings.

COLUMBUS, OHIO - NOVEMBER 30: Head coach Ryan Day of the Ohio State Buckeyes lines up to take the field prior to a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Ohio Stadium on November 30, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio.

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The New York Giants will start quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/98893" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/98893">Drew Lock</a> against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, head coach Brian Daboll told reporters, according to <a href="http://x.com/Dan_Salomone/status/1864362248086368451">team reporter Dan Salomone</a>.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188915" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188915">Tommy DeVito</a>'s injured forearm is "improving" but he'll be limited in practice, Daboll added. Lock made his first start of the campaign against the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving. He completed 61% of his attempts for 187 yards, no touchdowns, and an interception in the loss. He added 70 yards and a rushing score on five carries.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>His second start comes against a Saints defense that ranks 30th in total yards (385.1) and 19th in points (23.4) allowed per game this season.Lock, 28, has recorded a 59.7% completion rate, 5,470 yards, 28 touchdowns, and 24 picks in 32 career games (24 starts) since being selected 42nd overall in the 2019 draft.

ARLINGTON, TX - NOVEMBER 28: Drew Lock #2 of the New York Giants throws the ball during an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on November 28, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.

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The Buffalo Bills signed safety <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/14732" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/14732">Micah Hyde</a> to their practice squad, the club announced Wednesday.Hyde started 14 games for the Bills in 2023 but hasn't played this year.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/105363" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/105363">Taylor Rapp</a>, <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161972" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161972">Damar Hamlin</a>, and 2024 second-rounder <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199775" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199775">Cole Bishop</a> are the only safeties on Buffalo's active roster.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 33-year-old suited up for the Bills between 2017-23 after spending the first four seasons of his career with the Green Bay Packers. He's tallied 644 total tackles, 66 pass deflections, and 24 interceptions in 158 career games.Buffalo's next two contests are cross-conference matchups against the Los Angeles Rams and Detroit Lions. The team plays the New England Patriots twice and the New York Jets once over the final three weeks of the regular season. The Bills will need to elevate Hyde or sign him to the active roster for the veteran to play in those games.

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 26: Micah Hyde #23 of the Buffalo Bills gestures to the crowd against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Highmark Stadium on October 26, 2023 in Orchard Park, New York.

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The Chicago Bears aren't firing general manager Ryan Poles despite parting ways with coach Matt Eberflus after last week's loss."Ryan Poles is the general manager of the Chicago Bears, and he will remain the general manager of the Chicago Bears," team president Kevin Warren said Monday, according to <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1863641649496162309">NFL Network's Tom Pelissero</a>.Poles will reportedly play a key role in the club's search for a new head coach.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"This will be the most coveted job in the National Football League this year," Warren said, per <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1863642364104843621">Pelissero</a>. "Ryan and I need to work hand in hand to make sure we bring that to life, not just from a head coach standpoint but from an entire staff standpoint."Poles joined the Bears in 2022 after working with the Kansas City Chiefs' scouting department and front office between 2009-21.Warren added that he's unsure if quarterback Caleb Williams will have "specific input" on the search but confirmed prospective coaches will need a plan to develop the 2024 No. 1 pick, per <a href="https://x.com/CourtneyRCronin/status/1863644804363563097">Courtney Cronin of ESPN</a>.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 08: General Manager Ryan Poles of the Chicago Bears looks on prior to a game against the Tennessee Titans at Soldier Field on September 08, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

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USC quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/162553" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/162553">Miller Moss</a> is entering the transfer portal with one year of eligibility remaining, he told <a href="https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/1863628723741962574">ESPN's Pete Thamel</a>."There comes a point where there's a time to move on to new opportunities, and I'm hoping to better myself as a person and a player," Moss said, per <a href="https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/1863628727667560777">Thamel</a>.Moss completed 64.4% of his passes for 2,555 yards, 18 touchdowns, and nine interceptions this season. He was benched in favor of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/172024" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/172024">Jayden Maiava</a> for the program's final three regular-season contests.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Moss appeared sparingly over the first three seasons of his collegiate career. He's thrown for 3,469 yards with 27 touchdowns against 10 picks in 21 games.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - NOVEMBER 02: Miller Moss #7 of the USC Trojans passes the ball against the Washington Huskies at Husky Stadium on November 02, 2024 in Seattle, Washington.

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Houston Texans linebacker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/93981" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/93981">Azeez Al-Shaair</a> apologized Monday for delivering a late hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161653" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161653">Trevor Lawrence</a> during Sunday's game."I've always played the game as hard as I could," Al-Shaair wrote on <a href="https://x.com/A_train2_/status/1863572522354020768">X</a>. "Never with the intent to harm anyone, and anybody that knows me knows that. My goal is to hit you as hard as I can, then I pray you're able to get up and play the next play."Al-Shaair's hit in the second quarter led to a fight between the teams. Lawrence was carted off the field and ruled out of the game with a concussion shortly after.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Watch Trevor Lawrence immediately after this horrific hit. His right arm suddenly flexes as his left arm simultaneously extends. This is known as the “fencing posture”—an involuntary reflex that occurs after impact in blunt head trauma. It signifies a traumatic brain injury with… <a href="https://t.co/Saa8j8cffJ">pic.twitter.com/Saa8j8cffJ</a>— Sam Ghali, M.D. (@EM_RESUS) <a href="https://twitter.com/EM_RESUS/status/1863321210655838547?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 1, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>"To Trevor, I genuinely apologize to you for what ended up happening," Al-Shaair said. "Before the game, we spoke and I told you how it was great to see you back out on the field and wished you well. I would never want to see any player hurt because of a hit I put on them, especially one that's deemed 'late' or 'unnecessary.'"Al-Shaair added that he understood why Lawrence's teammates defended him following the hit. However, he said that others don't know his heart or character and that he doesn't "need to prove" it to them.The 27-year-old was ejected from Sunday's contest, which Houston won 23-20.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161650" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161650">Mac Jones</a> replaced Lawrence and is expected to start next Sunday against the Tennessee Titans if Lawrence remains in the league's concussion protocol.

JACKSONVILLE, FL - DECEMBER 01: Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair (0) is escorted off the field by Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (51) after being ejected from the game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston Texans on December 1, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fl.

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UCF head coach Gus Malzahn is resigning to become Florida State's offensive coordinator, sources told <a href="https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/1862972421331906727">ESPN's Pete Thamel</a>."We would like to thank coach Malzahn for his contributions to our football program over the past four seasons, including our transition into the Big 12 Conference," UCF said in a <a href="https://x.com/UCFKnights/status/1862988719994667412">statement</a>. "We appreciate his professionalism and dedication to our student-athletes throughout his tenure at UCF."Malzahn led the team to a 4-8 record this season, his fourth with the program. He owns a 28-24 mark with the Knights.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 59-year-old owns a 105-62 career record with Arkansas State, Auburn, and UCF.Florida State fired offensive coordinator Alex Atkins on Nov. 10. The Seminoles' offense ranks 130th in points (15.8) and 131st in yards (273.1) per game this campaign.The 2-9 Seminoles host 6-5 Florida for a rivalry matchup Saturday night.

TEMPE, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 09: Head coach Gus Malzahn of the UCF Knights looks on during the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Sun Devil Stadium on November 09, 2024 in Tempe, Arizona. The Sun Devils defeated the Knights 35-31.

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The Washington Commanders released cornerback Emmanuel Forbes, the club announced Saturday.  The ...

The Washington Commanders released cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188174" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188174">Emmanuel Forbes</a>, the club announced Saturday.The Commanders selected Forbes with the No. 16 pick in the 2023 draft.Forbes was inactive for the team's 34-26 loss to the Dallas Cowboys last Sunday. He's tallied seven tackles, a pass deflection, and an interception in six appearances this season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 23-year-old appeared in 14 games with six starts as a rookie under former head coach Ron Rivera.The Commanders also placed running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/81875" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/81875">Austin Ekeler</a> on injured reserve Saturday. The 29-year-old sustained a concussion late in the team's loss to Dallas. He'll miss at least four games on the reserve list.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Emmanuel Forbes Jr. #13 of the Washington Commanders warms up prior to an NFL football game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2024 in East Rutherford, NJ.

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The Buffalo Bills activated linebacker Matt Milano off injured reserve and he's expected to play ...

The Buffalo Bills activated linebacker Matt Milano off injured reserve and he's expected to play Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers, a source told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1862963608319144177">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.Milano has been out all season after tearing his bicep in training camp.The 30-year-old played in five games last campaign, tallying 30 total tackles, one tackle for loss, and a pair of interceptions before a broken leg ended his season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Milano is expected to play alongside <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188114" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188114">Dorian Williams</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174029" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174029">Terrel Bernard</a> in three-linebacker sets.Buffalo's defense ranks 15th in yards (329.1) and seventh in points (19.5) allowed per contest during the 2024 campaign.

DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 24: Buffalo Bills linebacker Matt Milano (58) waits for the play during a regular season NFL football game between the Buffalo Bills and the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving Day on November 24, 2022 at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan.

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Michigan upset No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 Saturday, the Wolverines' fourth consecutive win in "The Ga...

Michigan upset No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 Saturday, the Wolverines' fourth consecutive win in "The Game."Kicker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/171966" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/171966">Dominic Zvada</a> made two fields, including the game-winner with under a minute remaining in the contest.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Dominic Zvada connects to give Michigan the late lead at No. 2 Ohio State 🙌<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/B1GFootball?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#B1GFootball</a> on <a href="https://twitter.com/CFBONFOX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CFBONFOX</a> 📺 <a href="https://t.co/GfQzAmv2pO">pic.twitter.com/GfQzAmv2pO</a>— Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) <a href="https://twitter.com/BigTenNetwork/status/1862955471004422472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 30, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/153454" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/153454">Kalel Mullings</a> ran for 116 yards and scored Michigan's lone touchdown.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Mistakes disrupted the Buckeyes' chances early and often in the loss. Ohio State missed two field goals and quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/148298" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/148298">Will Howard</a> threw a pair of interceptions.Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore was excited to knock off the rival school."I mean, you talk about a gritty performance by a bunch of guys," Moore told <a href="https://x.com/CFBONFOX/status/1862957362962731248">FOX</a> postgame. "I mean, I love these dudes, these guys are the heart of our program. This is why you come to Michigan, right here. Guys like this. Win this game."A <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3145385" href="https://thescore.com/news/3145385">brawl</a> broke out between the two teams shortly after Moore ended his postgame interview.Ohio State head coach Ryan Day spoke about the frustration of dropping the contest."Everybody wants to win this game in the worst way, and nobody wants to win it more than we do," Day said, per <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/42701461/michigan-upsets-ohio-state-4th-straight-win-rivalry">ESPN's Jake Trotter</a>. "It's our No. 1 goal every year. And so when you don't do that, there's disappointment and frustration. ... I'm upset more than anybody. And those players are, too, and the coaches and everybody that goes at it."Ohio State will miss the Big Ten title game after Penn State beat Maryland later Saturday.

COLUMBUS, OHIO - NOVEMBER 30: Kalel Mullings #20 of the Michigan Wolverines reacts after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter of a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium on November 30, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio.

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