The rookie QB out of Florida is hoping to make the 53-man roster. DETROIT — Texans rookie Graham Mertz made a bid to earn a spot on a 53-man roster or at least an invite to be on a practice team. Mertz led the Texans to a preseason-ending 26-7 win over the Lions in Detroit … Read more
The Bills ended their preseason with a win over the Buccaneers, highlighted by Tyrell Shavers’ touchdown and a surprise punt from tight end Zach Davidson. ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — The final game of the season that doesn’t count in the win-loss column for the Buffalo Bills featured big moments for Tyrell Shavers and Zach Davidson. … Read more
With neither star quarterback Jayden Daniels nor backup Marcus Mariota playing, the Washington Commanders fell 30-3 to Baltimore in both teams’ final preseason game. LANDOVER, Md. — The Washington Commanders will be glad to put the preseason in the rearview mirror after falling 30-3 to Baltimore Saturday at Northwest Stadium. Keyon Martin returned an interception … Read more
Only supposed to play 8 to 10 snaps, the Nix to Sutton touchdown came on the 19th play. The Broncos finished 3-0 in preseason for the second straight year. NEW ORLEANS — Bring on Super Bowl 60! OK, then, bring on the Tennessee Titans. The Broncos appear to be right on schedule after Bo Nix, play-caller … Read more
“I was pleased with both of those guys,” Detroit coach Dan Campbell said. “It’s good to see Kyle really take it to where he’s gone.” DETROIT — The Detroit Lions believe they have found the backup quarterback and depth receiver they were looking for this preseason. Kyle Allen threw a 33-yard, go-ahead touchdown pass late … Read more
The Texas Rangers placed Marcus Semien on the injured list due to a foot contusion and activated Adolis García from injury. ARLINGTON, Texas — The Texas Rangers placed second baseman Marcus Semien on the 10-day injured list Saturday for just the second time in his 13-year career with a left foot contusion and activated right … Read more
The Cyclones saw their third straight against their Farmageddon rival. DUBLIN, Ireland — It was a game anticipated by many for months. When it was all set and done, the Cyclones came out on top. No. 22 Iowa State took care of business in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic, defeating No. 17 Kansas State … Read more