Chelsea could afford to miss a late penalty in a 1-1 draw at Liverpool on Tuesday, as Antonio Conte’s side extended its lead at the top of the Premier League and its rivals sabotaged their own title bids. Netherlands midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum equalized in the second half for Liverpool, which then had goalkeeper Simon Mignolet to thank for saving Chelsea striker Diego Costa’s spot-kick.
Day: January 31, 2017
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The press should stop pestering Tom Brady about his Trump ties
… Falcons. Instead they’re pestered with questions about the president’s immigration program. Why? Did Obama-loving sports figures get taken to task when the ObamaCare rollout was an unmitigated disaster or when drone strikes approved by the …
Odell Beckham Jr.’s new mentor has given ‘bad advice’ in past :0
Cris Carter was able to overcome drug and alcohol abuse as a young NFL player with the Eagles to put together a Hall of Fame career as a star receiver with the Vikings. In 2014, Carter infamously instructed young players at an NFL rookie symposium to “have a fall guy” if they ran into trouble off the field in order to save themselves from trouble.
Je’Rod Cherry saves orphan by selling Super Bowl ring
Thanks to NFL star Je’Rod LePatrick Cherry, and his willingness to part with his most sentimental Super Bowl ring, two dozens orphans in Thailand are on their way to a better life. Cherry raffled off his first Super Bowl ring, won with the New England Patriots in 2002.
McGinn: Packers’ defense needs more speed
The Packers never would admit it publicly but they’ve been trying to replace all of their inside linebackers since Desmond Bishop in 2012. McGinn: Packers’ defense needs more speed The Packers never would admit it publicly but they’ve been trying to replace all of their inside linebackers since Desmond Bishop in 2012.
Juergen Klopp argues with impatient fans as draw with Chelsea
Juergen Klopp urged Liverpool’s supporters to show more patience with his team after arguing with a fan during the 1-1 draw with Premier League leaders Chelsea. The Liverpool manager could be seen exchanging words with a fan standing behind the dugouts after a first-half back-pass towards goalkeeper Simon Mignolet was met by a collective groan around Anfield.
We look back on the closure of the January transfer window and the biggest deals on deadline day.
The Premier League’s top dogs didn’t flash the cash as the January transfer window closed without major incident. None of the title contenders chose to strengthen their squads on deadline day as they chose to retain funds for summer recruitment drives.
49ers hire Adam Peters as VP of player personnel
The San Francisco 49ers have hired Denver director of college scouting Adam Peters to become the team’s vice-president of player personnel under new general manager John Lynch. Lynch announced the move Tuesday, two days after being hired by San Francisco for his first front-office job.
A real ice-breaker at Rock Falls Middle School
Rock Falls Middle School students cheer the entrance of Rockford IceHogs mascot Hammy after Principal Kyle Ackman’s announcement that the school will take a field trip Feb. 15 to take in the annual school-day IceHogs game. Rock Falls Middle School students react as Hammy, the Rockford IceHogs mascot, appears during an assembly Tuesday afternoon.
Balotelli says Italian transfer deadline day was dull
” Even Mario Balotelli was disappointed at the lack of action by Italy’s top clubs on transfer deadline day on Tuesday. Inter Milan was the only top team in Serie A to complete a signing on a low-key final day of Europe’s winter transfer window.
Will goalie wardrobe change make an impact in NHL scoring?
Starting Saturday, all NHL goalies — including the Blackhawks’ Corey Crawford and Scott Darling — will be wearing new, streamlined pants. Crawford wore the new pants for the first time in Washington on Jan. 13, and he gave up 5 goals in a 6-0 loss.
Portable posts from NZ build passion for rugby in USA
… from nine clubs across California. Junior rugby is often played without posts, particularly in the US, where many sports fields are set up for other sports. Rhinos Rugby Program Director Elvis Seveali’i, a former Manu Samoa rugby star, said the …
Kim Jones: Bill Belichick more personal with Opening Night answers
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Buccaneers Take Receiver In Burke’s Mock Draft
In his initial mock draft for Sports Illustrated, Chris Burke gives the Buccaneers an offensive threat with speed for days. The last couple of mock drafts we’ve seen from draft analysts have the Buccaneers focusing on the defensive side of the ball.
Wilson: Ryan should win MVP
… Jones . It was that three-score performance in front of the 12th Man that earned Ryan the undivided attention of the sports media from there on out. Not to be out-won, Ryan threw another three touchdowns past Wilson’s Seahawks in their divisional …
Falcons’ D have big task ahead
Atlanta’s high-flying offense has been the toast of the town and the talk of the league since the Falcons dismantled Seattle and Green Bay in startling fashion in the playoffs. For those who’d watched the Falcons all year, it came as no surprise.
What the Rays Should do to Complete their Opening Day Roster
With Logan Forsythe, having been dealt to the Dodgers for a talented pitching prospect in Jose De Leon; and earlier today, the Rays signed OF Colby Rasmus to a 1-year $5 million-dollar deal with incentives. The Rays are looking to contend again in a season where they came off their 2016 campaign with a 68-94 record.
Rays Should Consider Trading Jake Odorizzi
With pitchers and catchers set to report to spring training in the coming weeks, it is fair for us to speculate on what kinds of trades could be made in the near future. While the Tampa Bay Rays recently shipped off Drew Smyly to the Seattle Mariners , many still wonder if there is at least one more move to be made within the rotation before the start of spring training.
Carson Palmer, is he getting ready to retire?
It could mean nothing… It could mean everything, but local Arizona Cardinals insider Mike Jurecki, on Xtra Sports 910 with Jody Oehler, dropped an interesting nugget of information on Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer . Very interesting: @mikejurecki just told me Carson Palmer has listed his home for sale, pulled kids out of school and moved out of state.
Kentucky Wildcats freshman Malik Monk named a finalist for the Jerry West Award
Kentucky Wildcats freshman guard Malik Monk is one of 10 finalists for the 2017 Jerry West Award . The finalists, announced on Tuesday, include Kentucky’s terrific freshman who’s been putting up prodigious scoring numbers since the start of the 2016-17 season.
Watch: Dale Jr. on track
Watch as Dale Earnhardt Jr. climbs behind the wheel of a Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race car for the first time since his private test at Darlington Raceway in December.
Super Bowl LI Tom Brady’s kids warn him about the Falcons
New England may have faith in Tom Brady to bring home the Vince Lombardi Trophy at Super Bowl 51 this weekend, however, Brady’s three children aren’t so sure. The quarterback told E! News at a press conference that he’s not one for discussing the importance of the big game with his kids, Jack, 9, Benjamin, 7, and Vivian, 4. “They probably get most of it from their friends, not necessarily dad,” he said.
2017 NFL Draft: How Hiring John Lynch as General Manager Affects the 49ers Plans
… in the first quarter against the Nevada Wolf Pack at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports But remember Lynch’s defensive prowess during his pro days as an NFL safety. In all likelihood, he’s going to remain a …
The Jamaica Anti-Doping Commission brought the charge against Andre Russell
West Indies’ Andre Russell has been banned from all cricket for a year by an anti-doping tribunal for failing on three occasions to file his whereabouts. But the three missed reports of his whereabouts in less than 12 months – amounting to a failed drug test under World Anti-Doping Agency guidelines – have cost the Jamaican.
LIVE: Sunderland vs Tottenham
Play resumes as Larsson and Walker are both up and able to continue, but wait on the touchline for their cue to return. Meanwhile, Defoe assumes set-piece duties, but his delivery runs straight through to Vorm.
Watford set to miss out on Krul
Watford look set to miss out on the signing of Tim Krul, with reports in Holland suggesting the Newcastle man is instead heading to AZ Alkmaar. Krul has spent the first half of the season on loan at Dutch giants Ajax, but is eager to secure a move away from the Amsterdam club in search of regular football.
LIVE: Arsenal vs Watford
And that will wrap up the first half from the Emirates and the only question from a Watford perspective is why they’re not three or four up. It’s been domination against a pathetic Arsenal side who haven’t created a single noteworthy chance.
India vs Bangladesh: Here is a complete lowdown of Virat Kohli’s Test …
Earlier in the evening, BCCI announced the team for upcoming one off-Test against Bangladesh. It is Abhinav Mukund who was recalled for the Test squad, while Wriddhiman Saha was picked as lone wicketkeeper and his inclusion led to the ouster of Parthiv Patel.
New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony (7) hasn’t
Carmelo Anthony not ruling out anything on trade The Knicks star says he hears something new every day about his status Check out this story on lakecountrynow.com: http://usat.ly/2jS1f2V WASHINGTON – With non-committal but leading answers about his future, New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony still has plenty to say about the trade talk surrounding him. “I hear the new report every day,” Anthony said Tuesday morning.
LIVE: Bournemouth vs Crystal Palace
Just minutes until the half-time whistle now. Bournemouth are currently in possession but once again Palace are doing a good job of keeping them away from the danger zone.
Port director says 1,300 jobs are coming, with 425 already created
State port director Jonathan Daniels told a business crowd Tuesday in Gulfport that 250 jobs expected from expansion of port tenant Island View Casino Resort will not count toward 1,300 jobs the port has to create in exchange for federal assistance after Hurricane Katrina. Daniels said at a Gulfport Chamber of Commerce breakfast that the port has created 425 of the total jobs required in exchange for $570 million in federal funds that have been used since 2008 to restore and expand the West Pier.
Charles Oakley: Charles Barkley needs to ‘stop drinking at work’
Charles Oakley: Charles Barkley needs to ‘stop drinking at work’ This isn’t the first time Oakley has called out Barkley. Check out this story on lakecountrynow.com: http://usat.ly/2jQRTH5 Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James finally has had enough of Basketball Hall of Famer and TNT Inside the NBA analyst Charles Barkley commenting on his career.
LIVE: Liverpool vs Chelsea
Can skips down the right flank before curling a cross over to the far post, but, just as it looks as if it’s going to find the head of Milner, Cesar Azpilicueta gets a head on the ball to send it out for a corner. Luiz immediately goes down off the ball before the set-piece can be taken, and it doesn’t look at all good for the goalscorer.
Ramsey limps off to add to Arsenal midfield crisis
The Wales star has a history of injury problems and could leave the Gunners facing selection issues over the coming weeks Arsenal have been hit by a further blow after Aaron Ramsey limped off in the early stages of their clash against Watford. The Wales international was replaced by Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, but his potential absence could cause Arsene Wenger a headache in the coming weeks.
NBA TV Betting Preview: New York Knickerbockers at Washington Wizards
Don’t look now, but the Washington Wizards are hot: red hot. As winners of 8 of its past 10, the Wizards will host the struggling 21-28 New York Knicks as 7-point favorites according to NBA oddsmakers at bookmaker 5dimes.
Simeone: I’m happy when Carrasco is angry
The Argentine has played down the Belgium international’s frustrations after he kicked a water bottle after coming off at the weekend Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has no problem with Yannick Carrasco after the Belgium international reacted angrily to being substituted against Alaves. Carrasco kicked a water bottle when Simeone replaced him with Fernando Torres in the 62nd minute of Saturday’s disappointing 0-0 draw.
Trufant and Freeman
With tru and freeman going into contract years in my humble opinion i think we should package them up and trade them both, here me out, with our current secondary not missing a beat when tru went down i dont feel like we need to pay top money for him if we dont need to, and with freeman i think he is more a product of the zbs, This FanPost was written by one of The Falcoholic’s talented readers.
Beat foodborne illness this Super Bowl
As excitement for this year’s Super Bowl grows, the United States Department of Agriculture encourages consumers to use safe food handling practices at a championship level and avoid becoming one of the estimated 48 million Americans who gets sick from foodborne illnesses each year. The Super Bowl draws over 100 million television viewers who consume approximately 1.3 billion chicken wings during game day parties.
Photos: Joshua, Klitschko Go Face To Face in New York City
The IBF world heavyweight champion will face Klitschko on April 29 in front of more than 80,000 fans at Wembley Stadium in London. Joshua is already a huge draw in Britain but wants to emulate compatriots such as Lennox Lewis, Ricky Hatton, Naseem Hamed and Joe Calzaghe by building a following on the other side on the Atlantic.