Former Longhorn Dicker the Kicker makes the NFL’s first fair-catch kick in 48 years

The incredibly rare play hasn’t been successfully pulled off in nearly half a century before the L.A. Chargers used it against the Denver Broncos Thursday night. INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Of all the rules in football, Jim Harbaugh considers the obscure fair-catch kick to be his favorite. The Los Angeles Chargers coach had the opportunity to … Read more

Despite injury, Patrick Mahomes will likely play against Houston Saturday. Here’s what that did to the point spread.

After practicing this week, all signs point to the Chiefs QB taking the field in the matchup of two division champs. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A tall task for the Houston Texans just got a little taller. Houston heads to Kansas City to play the Chiefs Saturday in a showdown of AFC division leaders and … Read more

Wembanyama, Vassell and Sochan’s combined 85 points propelled Spurs past Hawks, 133-126, in overtime thriller

The game was capped off by a dagger three-point shot from CP3 after returning from an injury sustained early in the overtime period. SAN ANTONIO — Victor Wembanyama scored eight of his 42 points in overtime and the San Antonio Spurs outlasted the Atlanta Hawks 133-126 on Thursday night. Wembanyama was 13 for 24 from … Read more

‘I don’t need $40 million per year’ | Micah Parsons vows to take less salary so Cowboys can do more elsewhere

“It would be nice to be surrounded by good players,” Parsons said. “Players are going to help you win championships. I want to keep as many guys as possible.” DALLAS — Micah Parsons wants his next contract to reflect his prominence as an elite pass rusher — but says he won’t insist on becoming the … Read more

Five things to watch: Tre Jones, Keldon Johnson ‘probable’ to return for Spurs against Atlanta

The Silver & Black look to rebound from Sunday’s loss to the Timberwolves and get above .500. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs (13-13) will host the Atlanta Hawks (14-13) at Frost Bank Center as the team looks to get back above .500 on the season.  The teams’ first meeting this season could see … Read more

Spurs’ acting head coach Mitch Johnson breaks tradition, stays courtside with Wembanyama pregame

Johnson keeps one routine while embracing another at the same time. SAN ANTONIO — The moment I noticed it, I thought it was really impressive. Respect! Spurs ‘acting’ head coach Mitch Johnson may not entirely agree. “Honestly I think it is overblown if it is thought of at all,” said Johnson.  But like I said, … Read more

How San Antonio Spurs fans view the team’s record | Locked On Spurs

SAN ANTONIO — Can the San Antonio Spurs‘ rising stars, Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle, lead the team to a breakthrough season? As the Spurs navigate the NBA’s competitive landscape, fans buzz with anticipation and questions about the team’s potential.  Join host Jeff Garcia and fan representative Sith Lord Elias as they explore the Spurs’ current … Read more