SAN ANTONIO SPORTS

Title IX memo throws wrench in plans for schools to pay NIL money directly to athletes

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The nine-page memo from the DOE’s Office for Civil Rights said NIL money that goes to athletes should be treated the same as athletic financial aid. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Plans for colleges to pay athletes directly for their name, image and likeness deals would run afoul of Title IX, the Department of Education said in guidance … Read more

De’Aaron Fox’s 32-point double-double propelled Spurs past Mavericks, 126-116, snapping 3-game losing streak

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Fox was 12 for 25 from the field in his highest-scoring game since joining San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — De’Aaron Fox had 32 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs snapped a three-game skid, beating the injury-depleted Dallas Mavericks 126-116 on Wednesday night. Dallas (33-34) remained 10th in the Western Conference, … Read more

Cowboys acquire cornerback Kaiir Elam from Bills in trade involving 3 draft picks

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Elam joins a group with two established starters in Trevon Diggs and DaRon Bland. DALLAS — The Dallas Cowboys acquired cornerback Kaiir Elam from Buffalo on Wednesday, adding depth to a position with some questions as the Bills decided to move on from their 2022 first-round draft pick. The Bills acquired two draft picks — … Read more

Cowboys’ four-time Pro Bowl defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence signs with Seahawks

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DALLAS — The Dallas Cowboys’ four-time Pro Bowl defensive end, DeMarcus Lawrence, has signed with the Seattle Seahawks, his agents announced Wednesday.  According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, Lawrence’s deal with the Seahawks is three years and worth up to $42 million, with $18 million guaranteed.  Lawrence has been a key contributor and leader for … Read more