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NFL

Michael Lombardi will follow Bill Belichick to UNC, as general manager of the program

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Bill Belichick is putting the gang back together.First, Michael Lombardi. NFL personnel executive turned media personality to join Belichick in North Carolina as general director of the program. Most recently, Lombardi worked for VSiN.He worked for several NFL teams from 1984 to 2007. After an initial stint in media, he became general manager of the Browns in 2013.From 2014 to 2016, he served as an assistant on the New England coaching staff. He then returned to media work.Unlike Belichick, Lombardi has college experience. He was recruiting coordinator at UNLV from 1981 to 1984.He is the last general manager in college…

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Dombrowski explains why the Phillies didn’t trade for the catch

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Dombrowski explains why the Phillies didn’t trade for the catch Originally appeared on NBC Sports PhiladelphiaDALLAS – The Phillies made a strong run at left-hander Garrett Crochet at the 2024 trade deadline, but couldn’t reach a deal with the White Sox, and on Wednesday Crochet was finally moved, going to Boston for four of the Red Sox Top prospects.Considering the cost, it’s no surprise that the Phillies didn’t find common ground with the White Sox this week. The hook now comes with one less year of control which should have reduced the cost, but the commercial market for it was…

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AJ Brown says he wasn’t criticizing or singling out Jalen Hurts with his comment

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In most markets, AJ Brown’s comment after the Philadelphia Eagles’ victory wouldn’t have gotten much attention.In Philadelphia, it became a big deal.After a close win against the Carolina Panthers this past Sunday, Brown was asked what the offense needs to improve on.”Passage,” Brown said..And that was enough to cause a mini soap opera, with speculation about the relationship between Brown and quarterback Jalen Hurts. Imagine the reaction if the Eagles weren’t on a nine-game winning streak.Brown spoke to reporters Wednesday and attempted to clarify his comments. He said he wasn’t just talking about Hurts when he said the passing game…

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Examining Alex Nylander’s move to Maple Leafs as he goes on NHL waivers

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Alex NylanderCharles LeClaire-Imagn ImagesThe Toronto Maple Leafs placed Alex Nylander and Dakota Mermis on NHL waivers on Wednesday, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.Mermis was activated from long-term injured reserve and will likely return to the AHL once he clears waivers. But Nylander initially signed with the AHL’s Toronto Marlies despite saying he had other NHL offers for the chance to play with his brother, William, with the Maple Leafs. He got that opportunity when injuries arose, but now he’s back on waivers for 31 other teams to claim after five NHL games.Once Alex Nylander is cleared, the #Leaves will…

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NBA

Hield looks at Klay’s 3-point record, not Steph’s, in the NBA

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Hield looks at Klay’s 3-point record, not Steph’s, in the NBA originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay AreaBuddy Hield thinks there is a Warriors 3-point record he can break.Speaking to NBC Sports Bay Area’s Dalton Johnson about the latest episode of “Dubs Talk,” Hield was asked about the supernatural world of Steph Curry. 3-point shot and if he could break one of his records.“If there’s one record I don’t think (Curry) will break, it’s the record for fastest 3-pointer, I have it,” Hield told Johnson. “If there’s one record I could try to get, it would be getting the most…

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