The Dallas Cowboys agreed to a three-year, $24-million contract with running back Javonte William...

The Dallas Cowboys agreed to a three-year, $24-million contract with running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161816" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161816">Javonte Williams</a>, the team announced Saturday. Williams will receive $16 million guaranteed as part of his deal, according to <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/2025324446991651192?s=20">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>. The 25-year-old was set to become a free agent ahead of the new league year.The North Carolina product joined the Cowboys on a one-year pact in March 2025 following four seasons with the Denver Broncos.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>After averaging 3.7 yards per carry in 2024, Williams turned things around in Dallas, rushing for a career-high 1,201 yards, 4.8 yards per carry, and 11 touchdowns last season. He also hauled in 35 catches for 137 yards and two scores.The Cowboys took care of one of their priorities ahead of next week's NFL Scouting Combine. Dallas placed <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/94725" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/94725">Logan Wilson</a> on waivers Friday after acquiring the veteran linebacker in a trade with the Cincinnati Bengals last year. The team is also expected to negotiate a new deal with star receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174055" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174055">George Pickens</a>, who's scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent.The market for free‑agent running backs takes a hit with Williams remaining in Dallas. Kenneth Walker, Breece Hall, and Travis Etienne Jr. are among the notable halfbacks who could be available during free agency.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - OCTOBER 05: Javonte Williams #33 of the Dallas Cowboys in action during the NFL 2025 game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 05, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Flyweight champion Joshua Van will make his first title defense against Tatsuro Taira at UFC 327 ...

Flyweight champion Joshua Van will make his first title defense against Tatsuro Taira at UFC 327 on April 11 at Kaseya Center in Miami, the promotion announced Saturday.Van (16-2) captured the title after Alexandre Pantoja sustained an arm injury just 26 seconds into their UFC 323 fight, making Van the first Myanmar-born champion in the promotion's history. The 24-year-old will step into the Octagon riding a six-fight win streak that includes a third-round TKO over Bruno Silva at UFC 316 and a unanimous decision over Brandon Royval at UFC 317 - the wins coming just 21 days apart.The matchup would signal the promotion is moving forward with Van as champion while Pantoja rehabs from his injury.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Taira (18-1) will get his first title shot after earning a second-round TKO over former champion Brandon Moreno in December and submitting Hyun Sung Park in the second round last August. His only professional loss came by split decision to Royval in October 2024.UFC 327 will also feature a featherweight clash between Cub Swanson and Nate Landwehr, as well as a middleweight bout between Kyle Daukaus and Vicente Luque.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - DECEMBER 06: Joshua Van of Myanmar enters the Octagon in the UFC flyweight championship fight during the UFC 323 event at T-Mobile Arena on December 06, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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The NCAA Tournament selection committee unveiled a sneak peek at its top 16 teams for March Madne...

The NCAA Tournament selection committee unveiled a sneak peek at its top 16 teams for March Madness in Saturday's bracket preview.Michigan, Duke, Arizona, and Iowa State earned the No. 1 seeds in the early rankings. The Cyclones fended off UConn and Arizona for the final No. 1 spot.Despite suffering a 91-84 loss to Creighton on Wednesday, the Huskies landed the top No. 2 seed. Houston also snagged a No. 2 seed ahead of its Big 12 showdown against Arizona on Saturday afternoon. Illinois and Purdue rounded out the No. 2 teams.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
The Top 16 seeds in bracket form 👀 Tickets to the Big Dance are on sale RIGHT NOW: <a href="https://t.co/Wl68xCeFav">https://t.co/Wl68xCeFav</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BracketPreview?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BracketPreview</a> <a href="https://t.co/3SjTo4kEAb">pic.twitter.com/3SjTo4kEAb</a>— NCAA March Madness (@MarchMadnessMBB) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarchMadnessMBB/status/2025268365879624019?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 21, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>NCAA Tournament selection committee chair Keith Gill said Alabama and Arkansas were the first two schools left out of the 16-team field, according to <a href="https://x.com/MattNorlander/status/2025267198558646490?s=20">CBS Sports' Matt Norlander</a>.Texas Tech ranked as the top 4-seed in the committee's bracket, even after <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3481162" href="https://thescore.com/news/3481162">losing</a> star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaab/players/110546" href="https://thescore.com/ncaab/players/110546">JT Toppin</a> for the rest of the season to a torn ACL.Both the Big Ten and Big 12 placed five teams in the rankings. The ACC and SEC each secured two spots, while the Big East and WCC each had one.Saturday's preliminary rankings are likely to see several changes ahead of Selection Sunday on March 15.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - NOVEMBER 25: Elliot Cadeau #3, Aday Mara #15, Will Tschetter #42, and Yaxel Lendeborg #23 of the Michigan Wolverines celebrate after their team's 3-point basket against the Auburn Tigers during the second half of a Players Era Championship basketball tournament game at Michelob ULTRA Arena on November 25, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Tennessee quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/185432" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/185432">Joey Aguilar</a> won't return to Knoxville next season after a local judge denied his request for an injunction Friday, which would've granted him an additional year of eligibility, a source told <a href="https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/2024948859521106246?s=20">ESPN's Pete Thamel</a>.As a result, the 24-year-old is reportedly shifting his focus to professional football and will attend the NFL Scouting Combine next week.Aguilar sued the NCAA in Knox County Chancery Court over its eligibility rules in regards to former junior college players. The standout passer spent seven years in college football but only played three seasons at NCAA-member schools.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Aguilar was initially granted a 15-day restraining order against NCAA rules, which was later extended until a decision on his injunction could be made.The NCAA released a statement following Friday's ruling.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Here’s the NCAA statement on Aguilar court ruling after he was denied an extra year. <a href="https://t.co/97qSAnGG2u">pic.twitter.com/97qSAnGG2u</a>— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) <a href="https://twitter.com/PeteThamel/status/2024966094960619529?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The California native re-enrolled at Tennessee this semester while continuing to rehab after undergoing surgery to remove a benign tumor from his arm in January. The Volunteers reserved a spot for Aguilar on their 2026 roster in case he became eligible to play.Aguilar appeared in 13 games for Tennessee in 2025, guiding the team to an 8-5 record. He threw for 3,565 yards, 24 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions while completing 63.7% of his passes. He also tallied four rushing scores.Tennessee will now enter its fifth straight season with a new starting quarterback. Redshirt freshman <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/211706" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/211706">George MacIntyre</a>, true freshman Faizon Brandon, and Colorado transfer <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/183905" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/183905">Ryan Staub</a> are among the signal-callers who could win the job. The Volunteers will open spring practice March 16.

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - DECEMBER 30: Joey Aguilar #6 of the Tennessee Volunteers warms up prior to the Music City Bowl against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Nissan Stadium on December 30, 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee.

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Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid poured cold water on a possible reunion with wide receive...

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid poured cold water on a possible reunion with wide receiver <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/83498" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/83498">Tyreek Hill</a>."We go through everything and everybody. That's how (general manager) Brett (Veach) does," Reid <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WfU5wdnSei4">said</a> Friday when asked about Hill potentially returning to the Chiefs. "I don't even know if Tyreek is healthy right now to do anything. I'm sure he's working hard on that part of it and trying to get that all straightened out."But we talk about everything, so there's nothing happening there."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Hill spent the first six seasons of his career in Kansas City. Drafted 165th overall in 2016, he proved to be a matchup nightmare for opposing defenses thanks to his top-end speed and explosive acceleration. Hill caught 479 passes for 6,630 yards and 56 touchdowns before the Chiefs traded him to the Miami Dolphins in March 2022.The five-time first-team All-Pro is more than two years removed from his career-best season, when he posted 1,799 yards on 119 receptions and 13 touchdowns in 2023. Hill is currently recovering from a torn ACL sustained during the Dolphins' win over the New York Jets on Sept. 29.Rumors about Hill returning to Kansas City for a second stint have surfaced amid concerns over the club's pass-catching group. <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/114847" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/114847">Marquise Brown</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/87570" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/87570">JuJu Smith-Schuster </a>are set to hit free agency. Additionally, Reid declined Friday to comment on the status of <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188109" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188109">Rashee Rice</a>, who's facing a civil lawsuit in Texas from an ex-girlfriend alleging he repeatedly assaulted her.Star tight end <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/23150" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/23150">Travis Kelce</a> also hasn't confirmed his return for a 14th season, though Reid shared that he's been in touch with the 11-time Pro Bowler."There is communication," Reid said. "That's the main thing. I've said this before, as long as there's communication, I'm good. That means people want to move forward. I think that's where Travis is."

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 02: Tyreek Hill #10 of the Kansas City Chiefs warms up against the San Francisco 49ers prior to Super Bowl LIV at Hard Rock Stadium on February 2, 2020 in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti has agreed to a new deal, raising his average annual salary to $...

Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti has agreed to a new deal, raising his average annual salary to $13.2 million through 2033, a source told the <a href="https://www.indystar.com/story/sports/college/indiana/2026/02/20/curt-cignetti-contract-indiana-football-coach-signs-deal-after-national-championship/88771001007/">Indianapolis Star's Zach Osterman and Michael Niziolek</a>.This will mark Cignetti's third extension with the Hoosiers in just over two years. His previous contract reportedly paid him $11.6 million per year.A good-faith market clause in Cignetti's previous extension allowed him to renegotiate the terms of his contract within 120 days after the Hoosiers reached the College Football Playoff semifinals. As a result of the reported agreement, the 64-year-old will leap ahead of Ohio State's Ryan Day ($12.5 million) as the highest-paid coach in the Big Ten.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Cignetti has guided Indiana to a 27-2 record since taking over the program in November 2023. The Hoosiers won their first national title after going 16-0 in 2025, defeating Miami in the championship game.Cignetti joins Kirby Smart and Lane Kiffin as the only college coaches with an average annual salary exceeding $13 million.The Hoosiers have made rewarding their coaching staff a priority following an unprecedented 2025 season. Indiana agreed to terms in December on three-year extensions for offensive coordinator Mike Shanahan and defensive coordinator Bryant Haines.

ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 09: Head Coach Curt Cignetti of the Indiana Hoosiers leads his team onto the field for the Indiana Hoosiers versus Oregon Ducks College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl on January 9, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.

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The Los Angeles Rams are promoting passing game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase to offensive coordinator, sources told <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47985549/rams-promote-nate-scheelhaase-oc-sources-say">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.Scheelhaase will replace Mike LaFleur, who the Arizona Cardinals hired as head coach after he spent the past three years as L.A.'s offensive coordinator.Scheelhaase, who joined head coach Sean McVay's staff as a passing game specialist in 2024, helped the Rams lead in both total yards (394.6) and points (30.5) last season. Los Angeles received positive news on Feb. 5, when reigning NFL MVP <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/680" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/680">Matthew Stafford</a> announced he would return for his 18th season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 35-year-old Scheelhaase garnered interest as a candidate for multiple head coaching vacancies this offseason. He reportedly interviewed with the Baltimore Ravens, Cleveland Browns, Pittsburgh Steelers, and Las Vegas Raiders for their openings.The Illinois native gained coaching experience at his alma mater, Illinois, before joining Iowa State, where he served as the offensive coordinator in 2023.Rams quarterbacks coach Dave Ragone will also add the title of co-offensive coordinator, reports ESPN. Ragone joined L.A. in 2024 after serving as the offensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons for three seasons.

Inglewood, CA - August 09: Coach Nate Scheelhaase of the Los Angeles Rams in the first half of a NFL football game at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Saturday, August 9, 2025.

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Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Fernando Mendoza nearly committed to Georgia before joining In...

Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/171730" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/171730">Fernando Mendoza</a> nearly committed to Georgia before joining Indiana for the 2025 season."I was really going in between the two. And honestly, I was confused," Mendoza said during a recent interview on <a href="https://omny.fm/shows/the-ticket-top-10/the-hardline-qb-fernando-mendoza#description">96.7 The Ticket</a>. "I was lost in the sauce because they were both great situations."After three seasons at Cal, Mendoza sought a fresh start. Although several powerhouse programs expressed interest, the 22-year-old said his decision came down to Georgia and Indiana.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"There actually might have even been one time where I was literally about to call (head coach) Kirby (Smart) to commit to Georgia, and the call didn't go through," Mendoza said. "And I was like, 'Alright, let me sleep on it tonight.' I really believed God helped me with that."Mendoza credited his conversations with Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti, along with his morals, as key factors in picking the Hoosiers."'You're going to be the best quarterback you can become here,'" Mendoza said regarding Cignetti's recruitment messages to him. "'I know I can develop you. I develop quarterbacks. I'm not going to give you a crystal ball and say we're going to win a national championship, but I know you're going to be a hell of a quarterback and the best quarterback in the Big Ten.'"Mendoza chose Indiana in December 2024, joining his brother <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/198429" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/198429">Alberto</a>. He led the Hoosiers to a national championship in 2025, becoming the school's first Heisman winner and breaking multiple program records during a historic 16-0 season.Georgia rolled with <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/171309" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/171309">Gunner Stockton</a> as its starting quarterback after missing on Mendoza in the portal. Stockton guided the Bulldogs to their second straight SEC title and a College Football Playoff appearance.Mendoza threw for 3,535 yards, 41 touchdowns, six interceptions, and completed 72% of his passes. The Miami native won several accolades for his 2025 campaign, including the Davey O'Brien and Walter Camp Awards.

BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 20: Fernando Mendoza #15 of the Indiana Hoosiers passes in the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium on September 20, 2025 in Bloomington, Indiana.

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The Detroit Tigers are expanding their wardrobe for the 2026 season, revealing two alternate jers...

The Detroit Tigers are expanding their wardrobe for the 2026 season, revealing two alternate jerseys on Thursday.For select home games, the Tigers will wear an orange jersey and white pants - the first time in the franchise's 126-year history that orange uniforms will appear on the field in the regular season. For certain road games, Detroit will don navy blue tops paired with gray pants.Both alternate uniforms feature a distinctive hat with an orange bill and logo. Each jersey also showcases a sleeve patch inspired by the classic circular Tigers logo, a staple of the uniform from 1961 to 1993.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
The <a href="https://twitter.com/tigers?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@tigers</a> just dropped two alternate uniforms and they're incredible. Navy jerseys will be showcased on the road, while the orange will be worn at home for select games. Both alternates will be available in the D Shop on Friday - while purchasing them online starts Sunday. <a href="https://t.co/IOb7DwJALM">pic.twitter.com/IOb7DwJALM</a>— Logan Reever (@loganreever) <a href="https://twitter.com/loganreever/status/2024503105119797625?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>The Tigers' new look follows 18 months of input from fans and players through surveys, focus groups, and testing."We're proud to introduce these new uniforms, which have been years in the making," president and CEO of Ilitch Sports + Entertainment Ryan Gustafson said in a statement, per <a href="https://www.mlb.com/news/detroit-tigers-unveil-blue-orange-alternate-jerseys">MLB.com's Jason Beck</a>.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Ready for the spotlight.<a href="https://t.co/r51BfMMPU8">https://t.co/r51BfMMPU8</a> <a href="https://t.co/iSNrkW16xv">pic.twitter.com/iSNrkW16xv</a>— Detroit Tigers (@tigers) <a href="https://twitter.com/tigers/status/2024499947186409765?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 19, 2026</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Until now, Detroit was one of two teams without a regular alternate uniform in its rotation, aside from the league-mandated City Connect uniforms. With the additions, the New York Yankees are the lone remaining holdouts.The Tigers will debut their new alternate looks during spring training.

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Sacramento Kings star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/38429" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/38429">Domantas Sabonis </a>underwent season-ending surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee, the team confirmed Wednesday.Sabonis suffered the injury in November and had been playing through it once he came back. He missed 27 games earlier in the season before returning to the lineup for eight contests in January and early February. The three-time All-Star averaged 15.8 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 4.1 assists in 19 appearances in 2025-26.Sacramento guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30738" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30738">Zach LaVine</a> is set to miss the remainder of the season as well. The two-time All-Star underwent surgery to repair a tendon injury in his hand.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"It just makes it tough. You feel for Zach, you feel for Domas," Kings head coach Doug Christie said Wednesday, according to <a href="https://x.com/James_HamNBA/status/2024230488223994203?s=20">ESPN 1320's James Ham</a>.Sacramento explored the trade market for LaVine and Sabonis prior to the deadline but couldn't reach a deal, reports <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47968993/sources-kings-sabonis-lavine-season-ending-surgeries">ESPN's Anthony Slater</a>. General manager Scott Perry is expected to attempt to trade the pair again this summer.The Kings (12-44) sit at the bottom of the Western Conference following the All-Star break.

SACRAMENTO, CA - MARCH 17: Domantas Sabonis #11 of the Sacramento Kings during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies on March 17, 2025 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2025 NBAE

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Dallas Mavericks minority owner Mark Cuban thinks the NBA should "embrace tanking" and be more transparent in addressing the league's discussions regarding the subject."The NBA has been misguided thinking that fans want to see their teams compete every night with a chance to win," Cuban <a href="https://x.com/mcuban/status/2023775633122210022?s=20">posted</a> Tuesday on X. "It's never been that way."When I got into the NBA, they thought they were in the basketball business. They aren't. They are in the business of creating experiences for fans."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Cuban went on to suggest that tanking proves to fans that their team is looking ahead with the goal of being more competitive the following year."The one way to get closer to (a championship) is via the draft. And trades. And cap room," he added. "You have a better chance of improving via all three when you tank."The NBA has taken steps recently to address tanking. Last Thursday, the league fined the Utah Jazz $500K and the Indiana Pacers $100K for sitting healthy players in games earlier in February. The league punished both clubs for violating the player participation policy that relates to a team demonstrating an approved reason for a star player not to participate in a game.NBA commissioner Adam Silver acknowledged during All-Star Weekend that tanking has been "worse this year than we've seen in recent memory," per <a href="https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/47956200/nba-embrace-tanking-improve-fan-experience">ESPN</a>. He also said that the league is considering every possible option to deter tanking, including stripping draft picks.Cuban, who was the majority owner of the Mavericks from 2000-23, challenged the idea that teams should be penalized for attempting to improve their draft position. Instead, he believes the league's biggest dilemma is affordability and quality of game presentation for fans."You know who cares the least about tanking: a parent who can't afford to bring their three kids to a game and buy their kids a jersey of their fave player," he said.Cuban credited tanking for helping the Mavericks land star guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/68198" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/68198">Luka Doncic</a> in the 2018 draft. Dallas stumbled to a 24-58 record during the 2017-18 campaign prior to acquiring Doncic, who developed into an All-NBA talent over his six-and-a-half seasons with the team."We didn't tank often. Only a few times over 23 years, but when we did, our fans appreciated it," Cuban said.

LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 8: Mark Cuban of the Dallas Mavericks attend the 2023 NBA Las Vegas Summer League against the Oklahoma City Thunder on July 8, 2023 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Five-star point guard Dylan Mingo announced his commitment to North Carolina on Tuesday, accordin...

Five-star point guard Dylan Mingo announced his commitment to North Carolina on Tuesday, according to <a href="https://www.on3.com/rivals/news/5-star-pg-dylan-mingo-commits-to-north-carolina/">Rivals' Joe Tipton</a>.The 6-foot-5, 185-pound standout picked the Tar Heels over Baylor, Penn State, and Washington among several other offers."I chose UNC because it felt like a family environment from the players, fans, to the coaches," Mingo said. "I felt like the UNC history and everyone who played there is huge, knowing their will to win is always at the highest level. I would love to be a part of that."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Mingo is the top-rated prospect in state of New York and the 9th-ranked player on the <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-sports/basketball/recruiting/player/_/id/255053/dylan-mingo">SC Next 100</a>.The Long Island Lutheran High School product has missed most of his senior year due to injury. Mingo averaged 19.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists, and 2.3 steals on the Nike EYBL circuit last summer.Mingo becomes North Carolina's second verbal pledge in the 2026 cycle after power forward Maximo Adams signed with Tar Heels in November 2025.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 18: Class of 2026 recruit Dylan Mingo #2 looks on during the SLAM Summer Classic at Rucker Park on August 18, 2025 in New York City.

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The Super Bowl is officially over, but with the scouting combine and free agency looming, NFL front offices don't have much time to relax.Here's every AFC team's biggest question heading into the 2026 offseason.<h3>
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</h3><h3>Baltimore Ravens</h3>Was 2025 an aberration or a sign of trouble?<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Lamar Jackson and the Ravens were shells of their prolific selves in 2025. After leading the NFL in offense in 2024, the Ravens plummeted to 16th in that category last season and dropped to 27th in passing yards. The defense also regressed, and the Ravens missed the playoffs for only the second time in eight years. In comes Jesse Minter, who replaces longtime head coach John Harbaugh. With Minter and new offensive coordinator Declan Doyle injecting fresh ideas, can Jackson and the Ravens not only revive their playoff hopes but push even further? Or was 2025 the first sign that this team's window is quickly closing?<h3>Buffalo Bills</h3>How will Brady's vision for the team differ? Quarterback Josh Allen remains the driving force behind the Bills' Super Bowl hopes, now under Joe Brady's leadership. Buffalo is trying something different after the defensive-minded Sean McDermott consistently struggled to get over the hump, promoting Brady - formerly the offensive coordinator - and hiring Jim Leonhard as defensive coordinator. The Bills want to see a change in their postseason results, but how much difference does Brady bring to the table, given that he served under McDermott?<blockquote>👉 <a href="https://about.thescore.bet/sportsbook-redirect/?%24canonical_url=%2Fsport%2Ffootball%2Forganization%2Funited-states%2Fcompetition%2Fnfl&amp;campaign=thescore_content&amp;customer_campaign=article&amp;%7Echannel=thescore-content&amp;tags=3476061">See who's favored to win the AFC next season on theScore Bet here</a></blockquote><h3>Cincinnati Bengals</h3>How do they inject life into the defense?Cincinnati's Achilles' heel has long been its leaky defense. While Joe Burrow's health deserves attention, the Bengals allowed 380.9 yards (31st in the NFL) and 28.9 points (30th in the NFL) per game in 2025. With Trey Hendrickson likely on his way out, boosting the pass rush will be critical. Adding veteran defensive linemen to last year's draft class and strengthening depth in the secondary would significantly help an underperforming group.<h3>Cleveland Browns</h3>Did they set Monken up for failure?After working his way up the coaching ranks, Todd Monken is finally getting his shot as an NFL head coach. However, several challenges await him. The Browns' quarterback room lacks a clear starter, even if rookie Shedeur Sanders showed flashes last season. Although tight end Harold Fannin was a revelation in 2025, Cleveland doesn't have a true No. 1 receiver, and the offensive line is aging and in disarray. The defense features Myles Garrett, but replacing defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz will be a steep task for the first-year coach.<h3>Denver Broncos</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/810290/cropped_GettyImages-2247044620.jpg?ts=1763351526" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/810290/w220xh124_GettyImages-2247044620.jpg?ts=1763351526 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/810290/w320xh180_GettyImages-2247044620.jpg?ts=1763351526 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/810290/w640xh360_GettyImages-2247044620.jpg?ts=1763351526 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/810290/w768xh432_GettyImages-2247044620.jpg?ts=1763351526 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/810290/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2247044620.jpg?ts=1763351526 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Jamie Schwaberow / Getty Images</figcaption></figure>Can the offense acquire more high-end talent at skill positions?The Broncos won 14 games and came within a win of hoisting the Lombardi Trophy despite not having elite playmakers for Bo Nix to feed. Starting running back J.K. Dobbins' season ended prematurely, exposing RJ Harvey for not being up to par. And while Courtland Sutton had a 1,000-yard season, he's probably a better fit as a 1B receiver rather than a true No. 1. What Denver could really use is a home-run hitter either in the backfield or out wide. That would help take a lot of pressure off Nix and the defense.<h3>Houston Texans</h3>Is there any way to save Stroud?C.J. Stroud's 2023 rookie year feels like a distant memory. The 24-year-old has struggled to reproduce the magic that had him recognized as a surefire bet to be the Texans' long-term answer at quarterback. Instead, he's only gotten worse with some seriously inconsistent play and an ugly playoff performance earlier this year. Houston changed offensive coordinators last offseason, but it made no difference. Does head coach DeMeco Ryans have another solution? At the rate it's going, Stroud could become the franchise's latest what-if case.<h3>Indianapolis Colts</h3>Did they lead themselves into a dead end?The Colts were locked into a competitive window the moment they traded two first-round picks for cornerback Sauce Gardner. As a result, the franchise almost has to attempt to re-sign quarterback Daniel Jones and receiver Alec Pierce. Pierce appears to be the safer gamble after recording a team-high 1,003 yards in 2025, but does it make sense for Indianapolis to pay him and Michael Pittman Jr.? The Colts could cut Pittman for cap savings, though it might be worth keeping him in win-now mode. Then there's Jones, who started brilliantly before tearing his Achilles. Banking on that small sample size being sustainable is a risk, yet Indy might not be able to pivot after backing itself into a corner.<h3>Jacksonville Jaguars</h3>What is Thomas Jr.'s role moving forward?A year after a stellar rookie season, Brian Thomas Jr. came back down to earth in his sophomore year with 707 yards and two touchdowns. The Jaguars held onto Thomas at the trade deadline amid speculation they could cash out his value, but might they move him this offseason? The former first-round pick is in a crowded receiver room consisting of Jakobi Meyers and Parker Washington, plus Travis Hunter - though it appears Hunter will be predominantly on the defensive side now.<h3>Kansas City Chiefs</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806282/cropped_GettyImages-2242043901.jpg?ts=1760902867" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806282/w220xh124_GettyImages-2242043901.jpg?ts=1760902867 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806282/w320xh180_GettyImages-2242043901.jpg?ts=1760902867 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806282/w640xh360_GettyImages-2242043901.jpg?ts=1760902867 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806282/w768xh432_GettyImages-2242043901.jpg?ts=1760902867 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/806282/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2242043901.jpg?ts=1760902867 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Michael Owens / Getty Images Sport / Getty</figcaption></figure>What can they do to help Mahomes?Kansas City brought back Eric Bieniemy to serve as offensive coordinator. Whether a familiar face is the right remedy to push the stagnant Chiefs' offense forward is up for debate. More concerning, though, is whether this team can do much else to help Patrick Mahomes with limited resources, as the organization is <a target="_blank" href="https://overthecap.com/salary-cap-space">projected</a> to have a league-low negative $54 million in cap space. While some relief could come from veteran cuts and restructures, the Chiefs still have important in-house free agents to re-sign, like Bryan Cook, Jaylen Watson, and Travis Kelce. Is there enough dough to bring in a top free-agent running back or wide receiver?<h3>Las Vegas Raiders</h3>Will Crosby remain with the team?Maxx Crosby is reportedly unhappy, and although he's brushed off trade rumors, he hasn't completely closed the door. The star defensive end would have no shortage of suitors, but new head coach Klint Kubiak and owner Mark Davis said last week they want Crosby on the team moving forward. Even with a potential rebuild coming, there's no reason for Las Vegas to trade the pass-rusher, who will still be 29 when the 2026 season starts. Besides, look how quickly drafting well or finding a high-caliber quarterback can help shoot teams from the basement to contention - do the Patriots and Seahawks ring any bells? The best chance for the Raiders to get early returns on their Kubiak investment is to make sure their five-time Pro Bowler stays on the roster.<h3>Los Angeles Chargers</h3>Can McDaniel take Herbert to the next level?The Chargers will get tackles Rashawn Slater and Joe Alt back from injury, but the biggest catalyst for improvement for Herbert might be the new offensive coordinator. Mike McDaniel's quick-passing game has been shown to elevate quarterbacks and mask offensive line deficiencies, which will aid Justin Herbert after he was sacked a career-high 54 times last year. Entering his seventh season, Herbert is still chasing his first playoff win and the MVP-caliber campaign that many thought was possible when the Chargers drafted him sixth overall in 2020.<h3>Miami Dolphins</h3>Will cutting Tagovailoa derail the offseason?The Dolphins already have over $50 million in dead cap after releasing Tyreek Hill, Bradley Chubb, and James Daniels, and Tua Tagovailoa might be next. Releasing the 2020 first-rounder will saddle the club with another $99.2 million in dead money, and it's unclear whether late-season replacement Quinn Ewers can fill his shoes. While there's no doubt that moving on from Tagovailoa is in the franchise's best interest, it presents a challenge for new general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan, who will have to navigate his first offseason with significant financial obstacles.<h3>New England Patriots</h3><figure class="article-segment--image"><img src="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/821024/cropped_GettyImages-2257062057.jpg?ts=1770511183" srcset="https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/821024/w220xh124_GettyImages-2257062057.jpg?ts=1770511183 220w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/821024/w320xh180_GettyImages-2257062057.jpg?ts=1770511183 320w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/821024/w640xh360_GettyImages-2257062057.jpg?ts=1770511183 640w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/821024/w768xh432_GettyImages-2257062057.jpg?ts=1770511183 768w, https://assets-cms.thescore.com/uploads/image/file/821024/w1080xh607_GettyImages-2257062057.jpg?ts=1770511183 1080w"><figcaption class="article-segment--image-caption"> Michael Owens / Getty Images Sport / Getty</figcaption></figure>How can they avoid a Super Bowl hangover?The Patriots have a lot of great pieces that should give them confidence in avoiding a Super Bowl hangover, including MVP candidate Drake Maye and cornerback Christian Gonzalez. However, New England has some glaring issues that can't be ignored. For starters, the club will have to endure a first-place schedule following its 14-3 campaign. Left tackle Will Campbell was also exposed on the biggest stage, and although the team plans to keep him at his position, one has to wonder how long his leash will be if he continues to struggle. Meanwhile, K'Lavon Chaisson, who had 7.5 sacks, is a free agent, and the Patriots will be drafting at the end of the first round. The Super Bowl may have been a preview of the tests New England will face in 2026.<h3>New York Jets</h3>What's their best option at quarterback?Head coach Aaron Glenn and the Jets are seeking a soft landing after the Justin Fields experiment. With Tyrod Taylor hitting free agency and Brady Cook having limited starting experience, the cupboard is bare. General manager Darren Mougey has said New York will exhaust every option at quarterback. The No. 2 overall pick in this spring's draft may provide the answer, but the Jets will likely explore free-agent and trade options before they're on the clock.<h3>Pittsburgh Steelers</h3>What do they do if Rodgers doesn't return?Love it or hate it, it feels as if everything is falling into place for Aaron Rodgers to run it back. Still, the Steelers can't just bank on that. After all, Rodgers is known for stretching these things out in dramatic fashion. There needs to be a contingency plan in place, and it has to be better than Mason Rudolph or second-year pro Will Howard. Despite new head coach Mike McCarthy talking up Howard's potential, the fact remains that he's still a sixth-round pick who hasn't played a single preseason or regular-season snap.<h3>Tennessee Titans</h3>What is Saleh's plan for improving the defense?Despite having former No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward, the Titans chose a defensive-minded head coach over one focused on offense. 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Kansas State fired head coach Jerome Tang for cause Sunday following a public bashing of players in the wake of a recent loss to Cincinnati that violated the terms of his contract."This was a decision that was made in the best interest of our university and men's basketball program," athletic director Gene Taylor said. "Recent public comments and conduct, in addition to the program's overall direction, have not aligned with K-State's standards for supporting student-athletes and representing the university. We wish coach Tang and his family all the best moving forward."The move comes a day after Kansas State fell to Houston and suffered its sixth straight loss. The Wildcats dropped to 10-15 overall and 1-11 in Big 12 play as Tang neared the end of his fourth season in charge.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Tang <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3477440" href="https://thescore.com/news/3477440">ranted</a> against his players following Wednesday's home defeat at the hands of Cincinnati, saying their efforts disgraced the school."This was embarrassing," Tang said postgame. "These dudes do not deserve to wear this uniform, and there will be very few of them in it next year. I'm embarrassed for the university. I'm embarrassed for our fans and our student section. It's just ridiculous."Tang's contract states that he "shall not engage in any behavior, actions, or activities that subjects coach, K-State Athletics, or the university to public disrepute, embarrassment, ridicule, or scandal."Kansas State could avoid paying the $18.7-million buyout in Tang's contract if his firing was based solely on violating the terms of his contract.Tang plans to contest Kansas State firing him for cause, according to <a href="https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/2023219481258983586?s=20">ESPN's Pete Thamel</a>. "I am deeply disappointed with the university's decision and strongly disagree with the characterization of my termination," Tang said. The 59-year-old guided the Wildcats to the Elite Eight during the 2022-23 campaign, his first with the team. They've struggled to replicate the early success, failing to make the last two NCAA Tournaments and tracking toward missing it again this year.Tang departs Manhattan with a 71-57 record. He previously served as an assistant coach under Scott Drew at Baylor from 2003-22.Associate head coach Matt Driscoll will serve as Kansas State's interim coach for the remainder of the regular season, a school spokesperson told <a href="https://x.com/JonRothstein/status/2023225417302180079?s=20">CBS Sports' Jon Rothstein</a>.

MANHATTAN, KS - FEBRUARY 01: Jerome Tang of the Kansas State Wildcats stands with a frustrated look on his face in the second half of a Big 12 game between the Iowa State Cyclones and Kansas State Wildcats on February 1, 2026 at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, KS.

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The Seattle Seahawks are hiring San Francisco 49ers tight ends coach Brian Fleury as their new offensive coordinator, according to <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/2023153760739143938?s=20">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.Fleury will replace Klint Kubiak, who was named head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders earlier in February.The 47-year-old Fleury has spent most of his coaching career alongside Niners head coach Kyle Shanahan. The pair worked together in the Cleveland Browns organization in 2014. Shanahan then hired Fleury as a defensive quality control coach in San Francisco in 2019. The following year, Fleury became an offensive quality control coach.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Fleury, who spent seven seasons with the 49ers, had managed their tight ends group since 2022. He also became the team's run game coordinator prior to the 2025 season.Head coach Mike Macdonald fills a major void on his staff with the addition of Fleury. Kubiak helped produce a potent offense that finished third in scoring (28.4 points per game) last season en route to the Seahawks winning Super Bowl LX.

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - AUGUST 23: Tight ends coach Brian Fleury of the San Francisco 49ers looks on before a preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on August 23, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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The MAC has voted to approve the addition of Sacramento State as a football-only member beginning in 2026, sources told <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/47933760/mac-add-sacramento-state-football-only-member">ESPN's Pete Thamel</a>.The Hornets are expected to pay a total cost of $23 million that includes an entrance fee of $18 million plus an additional $5 million payment to the NCAA.An announcement regarding the decision is expected to be made in the coming days, Thamel adds.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Sacramento State officials made an aggressive push to climb to the FBS level. The NCAA denied a waiver last year that would've permitted the Hornets play as independents. However, school officials remained determined to move on from FCS competition."We believe our university, our students, and the entire Sacramento region deserve major college football," school president Luke Wood said last summer.Sacramento State becomes the first university based on the West Coast to move its football program from the FCS level to the FBS in nearly 57 years, according to <a href="https://x.com/RossDellenger/status/2022859599108280322?s=20">Yahoo Sports' Ross Dellenger</a>.The MAC will remain at 13 schools following the addition of Sacramento State. The Hornets will replace Northern Illinois, who will move to the Mountain West next year. The league added UMass in 2025, who amassed an 0-12 record in their first season.Sacramento State earned wins in the FCS playoffs during their 2022 and 2023 campaigns, but recently hired their fourth head coach since 2022. Former Arizona assistant Alonzo Carter will take over as the Hornets' head coach next season.Sacramento State's non-football sports will compete in the Big West when the school becomes a member in 2026-27.

TEMPE, AZ - SEPTEMBER 06: A Sacramento State Hornets helmet during the college football game between the Sacramento State Hornets and the Arizona State Sun Devils on September 6, 2019 at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.

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Running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174074" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174074">Kenneth Walker III</a> was named MVP of Super Bowl LX after leading the Seattle Seahawks to a 29-13 win over the New England Patriots.Walker racked up 161 scrimmage yards in the victory, the most by a tailback since Terrell Davis' 165 yards in Super Bowl XXXII. Davis was also the last halfback to take home MVP honors before Walker.The 25-year-old ran for 135 yards, tying Thurman Thomas for the eighth-most rushing yards in a Super Bowl. Walker also joined Thomas and Emmitt Smith as the only players to rush for more than 125 yards and haul in 25 receiving yards, according to <a href="https://x.com/JohnToddNFL/status/2020702412194099428?s=20">NFL Media's John Todd</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Walker broke off runs of 29 and 30 yards to help set up the Seahawks second field goal. He also recorded the second-most rushing yards in the opening half with 94 yards on 14 carries.The Michigan State product finished just five yards shy of breaking Marshawn Lynch's postseason franchise record, totaling 313 rushing yards in the playoffs, according to <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47872913/seahawks-rb-kenneth-walker-iii-named-mvp-super-bowl-lx">ESPN's Nick Wagoner</a>.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 08: Mike MacDonald of the Seattle Seahawks and Kenneth Walker III #9 of the Seattle Seahawks celebrate with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after defeating the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium on February 08, 2026 in Santa Clara, California.

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Free-agent guard <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/96032" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/96032">Cam Thomas</a> has agreed to a contract with the Milwaukee Bucks, his agents confirmed to <a href="https://x.com/ShamsCharania/status/2020618659321073933?s=20">ESPN's Shams Charania</a>.Thomas became a free agent after being <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3472561" href="https://thescore.com/news/3472561">waived</a> by the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday. The 24-year-old previously accepted a $5.9 million qualifying offer with the Nets last summer after the sides couldn't agree to a new deal."My next team is getting elite scoring, good playmaking, and a good combo guard," Thomas recently told Andscape's Marc Spears.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Thomas averaged 15.6 points in 24 appearances this season (eight starts) with Brooklyn but missed 20 games due to a left hamstring strain.Thomas' addition gives the Bucks a versatile weapon in their rotation after the NBA trade deadline. Milwaukee opted to keep star <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nba/players/30611" href="https://thescore.com/nba/players/30611">Giannis Antetokounmpo</a> despite rumblings of a possible move prior to the Feb. 5 deadline.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 02: Cam Thomas #24 of the Brooklyn Nets in action during the game between the Brooklyn Nets and the Philadelphia 76ers at Barclays Center on November 02, 2025 in New York City.

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The New York Jets hired Frank Reich as their new offensive coordinator, the team announced Wednesday.Reich previously served as head coach of the Indianapolis Colts (2018-22) and Carolina Panthers (2023). He spent last year as the interim head coach at Stanford."Frank has a rare combination of experience, creativity, and calm under pressure," head coach Aaron Glenn said in a statement. "He's lived this game from every angle - as a quarterback in this league and as a coach who's led offenses at the highest level. ... Frank understands offense and how to utilize the strengths of players. I am looking forward to how he will help this team have success."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 64-year-old Reich will return to his roots as an offensive play-caller after holding the same role with the Philadelphia Eagles from 2016-17. He's credited for his work with Carson Wentz and Nick Foles during the Eagles' run to a Super Bowl LII victory.Reich fills one of the most notable vacancies on Glenn's staff after the latter fired former offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand on Jan. 27. Reich becomes the Jets' 12th play-caller over a 16-year span, according <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47825789/jets-hire-frank-reich-offensive-coordinator">ESPN's Rich Cimini</a>. He joins fellow newcomer Brian Duker, whom Glenn hired as New York's defensive coordinator on Jan. 28.The Jets interviewed several candidates before landing on Reich. They reportedly met with Miami Dolphins quarterbacks coach Darrell Bevell and former Los Angeles Chargers OC Greg Roman, among others.New York finished 29th in points (17.6) and yards per game (263.6) in 2025. The Jets went 3-14 in their first season under Glenn.

STANFORD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 22: Head coach Frank Reich of the Stanford Cardinal looks on against the California Golden Bears in the third quarter at Stanford Stadium on November 22, 2025 in Stanford, California.

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Atlanta Falcons president of football Matt Ryan wouldn't endorse <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/199749" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/199749">Michael Penix Jr.</a> as the team's starting quarterback this offseason.At Tuesday's introductory press conference for new general manager Ian Cunningham, Ryan was asked whether Penix would be the starter when he returned from injury."Neither of us are the head coach of the football team, so we can't answer your question on that," Ryan said, per <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47817767/falcons-president-matt-ryan-commit-penix-starter">ESPN's Marc Raimondi</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Ryan added: "Quarterback's obviously very important, and we're excited about Mike and what he's doing with his rehab. I've been up at the facility the last three weeks, and Michael's been in there attacking that, and he's in a good space right now, so we're excited about where he is at. But certainly, a lot of discussions for us about the entire roster."Penix tore his left ACL in a Nov. 16 matchup against the Carolina Panthers. The 25-year-old underwent surgery and is expected to be sidelined for 9-12 months.Atlanta shocked many by selecting Penix in the 2024 NFL Draft. The team picked the Washington product in the first round weeks after signing <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/14947" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/14947">Kirk Cousins</a> to a four-year, $180-million contract as a free agent in March 2024.The Falcons ushered in a new regime after going 8-9 in 2025 and missing out on the postseason for the eighth straight year. General manager Terry Fontenot and head coach Raheem Morris were fired in January. Atlanta then created Ryan's role, hired Kevin Stefanski as head coach, and installed Cunningham as GM.Owner Arthur Blank backed Penix's potential."I do think Michael is a franchise quarterback," Blank said in January, according to <a href="https://www.atlantafalcons.com/news/owner-arthur-blank-quarterback-michael-penix-kirk-cousins">team reporter Tori McElhaney</a>.Penix passed for 1,982 yards, nine touchdowns, and three interceptions and completed 60% of his passes as the Falcons' starter in 2025. The NFC South club owned a 3-6 record in his starts."I just see a young player that will continue to develop and continue to get better," Stefanski said last week, per Raimondi.The Falcons are expected to move on from Cousins this offseason in a bid to create space under the salary cap. The two sides agreed to a restructured deal that would allow the veteran signal-caller to find a new opportunity this offseason.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Michael Penix Jr. #9 of the Atlanta Falcons throws a pass during the second quarter against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 28, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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