The Chicago Bears aren't firing general manager Ryan Poles despite parting ways with coach Matt E...

The Chicago Bears aren't firing general manager Ryan Poles despite parting ways with coach Matt Eberflus after last week's loss."Ryan Poles is the general manager of the Chicago Bears, and he will remain the general manager of the Chicago Bears," team president Kevin Warren said Monday, according to <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1863641649496162309">NFL Network's Tom Pelissero</a>.Poles will reportedly play a key role in the club's search for a new head coach.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"This will be the most coveted job in the National Football League this year," Warren said, per <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1863642364104843621">Pelissero</a>. "Ryan and I need to work hand in hand to make sure we bring that to life, not just from a head coach standpoint but from an entire staff standpoint."Poles joined the Bears in 2022 after working with the Kansas City Chiefs' scouting department and front office between 2009-21.Warren added that he's unsure if quarterback Caleb Williams will have "specific input" on the search but confirmed prospective coaches will need a plan to develop the 2024 No. 1 pick, per <a href="https://x.com/CourtneyRCronin/status/1863644804363563097">Courtney Cronin of ESPN</a>.

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - SEPTEMBER 08: General Manager Ryan Poles of the Chicago Bears looks on prior to a game against the Tennessee Titans at Soldier Field on September 08, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - NOVEMBER 02: Miller Moss #7 of the USC Trojans passes the ball against the Washington Huskies at Husky Stadium on November 02, 2024 in Seattle, Washington.

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Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair apologized Monday for delivering a late hit on Jacksonv...

Houston Texans linebacker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/93981" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/93981">Azeez Al-Shaair</a> apologized Monday for delivering a late hit on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161653" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161653">Trevor Lawrence</a> during Sunday's game."I've always played the game as hard as I could," Al-Shaair wrote on <a href="https://x.com/A_train2_/status/1863572522354020768">X</a>. "Never with the intent to harm anyone, and anybody that knows me knows that. My goal is to hit you as hard as I can, then I pray you're able to get up and play the next play."Al-Shaair's hit in the second quarter led to a fight between the teams. Lawrence was carted off the field and ruled out of the game with a concussion shortly after.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Watch Trevor Lawrence immediately after this horrific hit. His right arm suddenly flexes as his left arm simultaneously extends. This is known as the “fencing posture”—an involuntary reflex that occurs after impact in blunt head trauma. It signifies a traumatic brain injury with… <a href="https://t.co/Saa8j8cffJ">pic.twitter.com/Saa8j8cffJ</a>— Sam Ghali, M.D. (@EM_RESUS) <a href="https://twitter.com/EM_RESUS/status/1863321210655838547?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 1, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>"To Trevor, I genuinely apologize to you for what ended up happening," Al-Shaair said. "Before the game, we spoke and I told you how it was great to see you back out on the field and wished you well. I would never want to see any player hurt because of a hit I put on them, especially one that's deemed 'late' or 'unnecessary.'"Al-Shaair added that he understood why Lawrence's teammates defended him following the hit. However, he said that others don't know his heart or character and that he doesn't "need to prove" it to them.The 27-year-old was ejected from Sunday's contest, which Houston won 23-20.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/161650" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/161650">Mac Jones</a> replaced Lawrence and is expected to start next Sunday against the Tennessee Titans if Lawrence remains in the league's concussion protocol.

JACKSONVILLE, FL - DECEMBER 01: Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair (0) is escorted off the field by Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (51) after being ejected from the game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston Texans on December 1, 2024 at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville, Fl.

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UCF head coach Gus Malzahn is resigning to become Florida State's offensive coordinator, sources told <a href="https://x.com/PeteThamel/status/1862972421331906727">ESPN's Pete Thamel</a>."We would like to thank coach Malzahn for his contributions to our football program over the past four seasons, including our transition into the Big 12 Conference," UCF said in a <a href="https://x.com/UCFKnights/status/1862988719994667412">statement</a>. "We appreciate his professionalism and dedication to our student-athletes throughout his tenure at UCF."Malzahn led the team to a 4-8 record this season, his fourth with the program. He owns a 28-24 mark with the Knights.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 59-year-old owns a 105-62 career record with Arkansas State, Auburn, and UCF.Florida State fired offensive coordinator Alex Atkins on Nov. 10. The Seminoles' offense ranks 130th in points (15.8) and 131st in yards (273.1) per game this campaign.The 2-9 Seminoles host 6-5 Florida for a rivalry matchup Saturday night.

TEMPE, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 09: Head coach Gus Malzahn of the UCF Knights looks on during the game against the Arizona State Sun Devils at Sun Devil Stadium on November 09, 2024 in Tempe, Arizona. The Sun Devils defeated the Knights 35-31.

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The Washington Commanders released cornerback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188174" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188174">Emmanuel Forbes</a>, the club announced Saturday.The Commanders selected Forbes with the No. 16 pick in the 2023 draft.Forbes was inactive for the team's 34-26 loss to the Dallas Cowboys last Sunday. He's tallied seven tackles, a pass deflection, and an interception in six appearances this season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 23-year-old appeared in 14 games with six starts as a rookie under former head coach Ron Rivera.The Commanders also placed running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/81875" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/81875">Austin Ekeler</a> on injured reserve Saturday. The 29-year-old sustained a concussion late in the team's loss to Dallas. He'll miss at least four games on the reserve list.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 10: Emmanuel Forbes Jr. #13 of the Washington Commanders warms up prior to an NFL football game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on August 10, 2024 in East Rutherford, NJ.

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The Buffalo Bills activated linebacker Matt Milano off injured reserve and he's expected to play Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers, a source told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1862963608319144177">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.Milano has been out all season after tearing his bicep in training camp.The 30-year-old played in five games last campaign, tallying 30 total tackles, one tackle for loss, and a pair of interceptions before a broken leg ended his season.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Milano is expected to play alongside <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188114" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188114">Dorian Williams</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174029" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174029">Terrel Bernard</a> in three-linebacker sets.Buffalo's defense ranks 15th in yards (329.1) and seventh in points (19.5) allowed per contest during the 2024 campaign.

DETROIT, MI - NOVEMBER 24: Buffalo Bills linebacker Matt Milano (58) waits for the play during a regular season NFL football game between the Buffalo Bills and the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving Day on November 24, 2022 at Ford Field in Detroit, Michigan.

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Michigan upset No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 Saturday, the Wolverines' fourth consecutive win in "The Ga...

Michigan upset No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 Saturday, the Wolverines' fourth consecutive win in "The Game."Kicker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/171966" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/171966">Dominic Zvada</a> made two fields, including the game-winner with under a minute remaining in the contest.<figure class="article-segment--embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Dominic Zvada connects to give Michigan the late lead at No. 2 Ohio State 🙌<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/B1GFootball?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#B1GFootball</a> on <a href="https://twitter.com/CFBONFOX?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CFBONFOX</a> 📺 <a href="https://t.co/GfQzAmv2pO">pic.twitter.com/GfQzAmv2pO</a>— Big Ten Network (@BigTenNetwork) <a href="https://twitter.com/BigTenNetwork/status/1862955471004422472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 30, 2024</a>
</blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></figure>Running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/153454" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/153454">Kalel Mullings</a> ran for 116 yards and scored Michigan's lone touchdown.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Mistakes disrupted the Buckeyes' chances early and often in the loss. Ohio State missed two field goals and quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/148298" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/148298">Will Howard</a> threw a pair of interceptions.Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore was excited to knock off the rival school."I mean, you talk about a gritty performance by a bunch of guys," Moore told <a href="https://x.com/CFBONFOX/status/1862957362962731248">FOX</a> postgame. "I mean, I love these dudes, these guys are the heart of our program. This is why you come to Michigan, right here. Guys like this. Win this game."A <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3145385" href="https://thescore.com/news/3145385">brawl</a> broke out between the two teams shortly after Moore ended his postgame interview.Ohio State head coach Ryan Day spoke about the frustration of dropping the contest."Everybody wants to win this game in the worst way, and nobody wants to win it more than we do," Day said, per <a href="https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/42701461/michigan-upsets-ohio-state-4th-straight-win-rivalry">ESPN's Jake Trotter</a>. "It's our No. 1 goal every year. And so when you don't do that, there's disappointment and frustration. ... I'm upset more than anybody. And those players are, too, and the coaches and everybody that goes at it."Ohio State will miss the Big Ten title game after Penn State beat Maryland later Saturday.

COLUMBUS, OHIO - NOVEMBER 30: Kalel Mullings #20 of the Michigan Wolverines reacts after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter of a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium on November 30, 2024 in Columbus, Ohio.

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New York Giants quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188915" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188915">Tommy DeVito</a> is questionable for the team's Thanksgiving Day contest against the Dallas Cowboys with a right forearm injury, the team announced Wednesday.The 26-year-old was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice but did not take part Wednesday. He was undergoing further examination Wednesday and won't travel to Dallas with the team, the club said, according to <a href="https://x.com/MikeGarafolo/status/1861820473266323927">NFL Network's Mike Garafolo</a>. DeVito is expected to arrive on his own later.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/98893" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/98893">Drew Lock</a> is expected to start if DeVito is unable to suit up Thursday.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>DeVito took over the starting job after the team released <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97984" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97984">Daniel Jones</a> last week. He was 21-of-31 passing for 189 yards, no touchdowns, and no interceptions Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.The Illinois product appeared in nine games (six starts) last season, completing 64% of his passes for 1,101 yards with eight touchdowns against three interceptions.

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - NOVEMBER 24: Tommy DeVito #15 of the New York Giants warms up prior to the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at MetLife Stadium on November 24, 2024 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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Former New York Giants quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97984" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97984">Daniel Jones</a> is expected to sign with the Minnesota Vikings, head coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed Wednesday."We're anticipating Daniel to arrive Friday morning. Good addition to our quarterback room. I love our quarterback room already," O'Connell <a href="https://x.com/Vikings/status/1861854770505429286">said</a>. Jones will begin on the Vikings' practice squad, reports <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1861793804178600196">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Tom Pelissero, and Cameron Wolfe</a>. Minnesota will pay him $375,000 for the remainder of the season, per <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1861802069817958515">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 27-year-old had multiple options but chose the Vikings because of his relationship with O'Connell, <a href="https://x.com/Schultz_Report/status/1861794075180961907">Schultz</a> adds.Jones cleared waivers Monday after being released by the Giants last week.The Duke product is expected to back up <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/98048" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/98048">Sam Darnold</a> when elevated to the active roster. Minnesota's depth chart also includes <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/76576" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/76576">Nick Mullens</a> and <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/93784" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/93784">Brett Rypien</a>.Jones started 10 games with New York this season, completing 63.3% of his passes for 2,070 yards, eight touchdowns, and seven interceptions.

Munich, Germany - November 10: Daniel Jones of New York Giants controls the ball during the NFL Munich Game 2024 between New York Giants and Carolina Panthers at Allianz Arena on November 10, 2024 in Munich, Germany.

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Los Angeles Chargers running back <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/115040" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/115040">J.K. Dobbins</a> will miss at least one week with a knee sprain that he sustained Monday against the Baltimore Ravens, sources told <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1861748893916017135">NFL Network's Ian Rapoport</a>.Dobbins' status after this week's contest against the Atlanta Falcons is up in the air, Rapoport reports.The 25-year-old leads the Chargers in rushing yards (766) and touchdowns (eight) by a wide margin. He's also posted 134 receiving yards on 28 receptions.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/73959" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/73959">Gus Edwards</a> is expected to start in Dobbins' absence. The 6-foot-1, 238-pounder has totaled 206 yards and one touchdown on 63 carries this season. He missed Weeks 5 through 8 with an ankle injury.The Chargers play the Kansas City Chiefs in two weeks.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 17: J.K. Dobbins #27 of the Los Angeles Chargers runs as he takes the field during an NFL Football game against the Cincinnati Bengals at SoFi Stadium on November 17, 2024 in Inglewood, California.

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Alabama quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/162849" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/162849">Jalen Milroe</a> isn't bothered by Auburn linebacker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///ncaaf/players/195854" href="https://thescore.com/ncaaf/players/195854">Demarcus Riddick</a>'s trash talk ahead of Saturday's Iron Bowl."I don't even know who that is," Milroe said Tuesday about Riddick, according to <a href="https://www.al.com/alabamafootball/2024/11/alabama-football-players-respond-to-auburn-trash-talk-i-dont-even-know-who-that-is.html">alabama.com's Matt Stahl</a>. "Let him talk. It's a part of it."Riddick didn't hold back when <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3139881" href="https://thescore.com/news/3139881">discussing</a> Alabama on Monday, calling the Crimson Tide "really beatable" and saying that Milroe would struggle to get away from the freshman linebacker.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Milroe has tallied 2,396 passing yards, 15 touchdown passes, and nine interceptions this season. He's also rushed for 615 yards and another 17 scores.Riddick has posted 25 total tackles, five tackles for loss, and three sacks.Alabama holds a 50-37-1 record over Auburn in the historic rivalry matchup and has won the last four meetings since 2020.The Crimson Tide enter the Iron Bowl with an 8-3 record and a 4-3 SEC mark. The Tigers, on the other hand, are 5-6 overall and just 2-5 in conference play this season.

NORMAN, OKLAHOMA - NOVEMBER 23: Quarterback Jalen Milroe #4 of the Alabama Crimson Tide smiles before a game against the Oklahoma Sooners at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on November 23, 2024 in Norman, Oklahoma.

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The BC Lions traded quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/players/182222" href="https://thescore.com/cfl/players/182222">Vernon Adams Jr.</a>, a 2025 fourth-round pick, and a 2026 third-round selection to the Calgary Stampeders for a 2025 second-round pick, a 2025 fourth-rounder, and a 2026 second-rounder, the clubs announced Tuesday.The Stampeders acquire the 32nd pick in the upcoming draft by snagging the 2025 fourth-round selection, while the Lions receive the ninth and 29th picks."We're excited to bring Vernon to Calgary," Stampeders general manager and head coach Dave Dickenson said in a <a href="https://www.stampeders.com/2024/11/26/stampeders-acquire-big-play-v-a/">statement</a>. "We know he is a dynamic player and great leader, and we look forward to him bringing his big talents to the red and white."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Adams opened the 2024 season as BC's starting quarterback before going down with an injury on Aug. 1. The Lions signed <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/players/204567" href="https://thescore.com/cfl/players/204567">Nathan Rourke</a> on Aug. 13 and named him the starting signal-caller. Rourke had been pursuing NFL opportunities after an electric start to his 2023 campaign with BC.Adams completed 197 of 302 attempts for 2,929 yards, 16 touchdowns, and nine interceptions last season. The 31-year-old has 16,190 yards with 96 touchdowns against 54 picks in his CFL career.<a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///cfl/players/183384" href="https://thescore.com/cfl/players/183384">Jake Maier</a> took most of the Stampeders' quarterback snaps last season, completing 72.3% of his attempts for 3,841 yards, 14 touchdowns, and 22 interceptions.

REGINA, CANADA - OCTOBER 12: Vernon Adams Jr. #3 of the BC Lions throws a pass in warm-up before the game between the BC Lions and Saskatchewan Roughriders at Mosaic Stadium on October 12, 2024 in Regina, Canada.

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North Carolina will fire head coach Mack Brown after the 2024 season, the program announced Tuesday."Mack Brown has won more games than any football coach in UNC history, and we deeply appreciate all that he has done for Carolina football and our university," athletic director Bubba Cunningham said Tuesday in a <a href="https://goheels.com/news/2024/11/26/carolina-football-coach-mack-brown-will-not-return-after-this-season">statement</a>."Coach Brown has led the Carolina football program back into the national conversation as we improved the program's facilities, significantly increased the size of the staff, invested in salaries, and bolstered our nutrition and strength and conditioning programs."<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>North Carolina has posted a 6-5 record and a 3-4 mark in conference games this year. Brown will coach the regular-season finale against NC State, but the program hasn't decided if he'll lead the team in a bowl game."While this was not the perfect time and way in which I imagined going out, no time will ever be the perfect time," Brown said, per <a href="https://x.com/aadelsonESPN/status/1861436965918236874">ESPN's Andrea Adelson</a>. "I've spent 16 seasons at North Carolina and will always cherish the memories and relationships Sally and I have built while serving as head coach."Brown's coaching career began in 1985 with Tulane, but his first tenure with North Carolina ran from 1988-97. He joined Texas in 1998 and coached the Longhorns to a national title victory in 2005. Brown also led the Longhorns to a BCS National Championship appearance in 2009 before leaving the school in 2013. He spent several seasons without a head coaching job until rejoining UNC ahead of the 2019 campaign.Brown said Monday that he planned to <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///news/3139717" href="https://thescore.com/news/3139717">return</a> in 2025 but added that he hadn't spoken with Cunningham about his future. The coach's desire to return appeared to contrast with his feelings earlier in the season when he reportedly considered retiring following a 70-50 loss to James Madison on Sept. 21.The 73-year-old has compiled a 282-149-1 coaching record across 35 seasons.

TALLAHASSEE, FL - NOVEMBER 02: North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Mack Brown looks towards the field during a college football game between the North Carolina Tar Heels and Florida State Seminoles on November 2nd, 2024 at Doak Campbell in Tallahassee, FL.

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The Las Vegas Raiders are preparing to start quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188217" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188217">Aidan O'Connell</a> on Friday against the Kansas City Chiefs, sources told <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1861426036711289192">NFL Network's Tom Pelissero</a>.O'Connell has been on injured reserve since sustaining a broken thumb on Oct. 20 but returned to practice Monday and took first-team reps, Pelissero reports.The 26-year-old has appeared in four games (two starts) this season, completing 63.4% of his passes for 455 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Las Vegas will turn to O'Connell after <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/94300" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/94300">Gardner Minshew</a> sustained a season-ending broken collarbone Sunday in a loss to the Denver Broncos. The Raiders also have <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174062" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174062">Desmond Ridder</a> on the active roster.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 20: Aidan O'Connell #12 of the Las Vegas Raiders walks off the field before a game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on October 20, 2024 in Inglewood, California.

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Houston Texans safety <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174044" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174044">Jalen Pitre</a> is expected to miss multiple weeks with a partially torn pectoral muscle, sources told <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1861129714527551631">NFL Network's Tom Pelissero</a>.Surgery isn't currently necessary but could be needed eventually, per Pelissero. The timeline for his return remains unknown, but the 2022 second-rounder could play again this season.Pitre sustained the injury in Sunday's loss to the Tennessee Titans.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>The 25-year-old has played 87% of the team's defensive snaps this season and tallied 65 tackles, a forced fumble, an interception, and eight pass deflections.Houston's upcoming schedule includes a road matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars, a bye week, and a home contest against the Miami Dolphins.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 18: Jalen Pitre #5 of the Houston Texans reacts during an NFL Football game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on November 18, 2024 in Arlington, Texas.

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Baltimore Ravens linebacker <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97808" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97808">Roquan Smith</a> is unlikely to play Monday night against the Los Angeles Chargers due to a hamstring injury, sources told <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1861106876655513780">ESPN's Adam Schefter</a>.Smith was listed as questionable on the team's Saturday injury report.The 27-year-old hasn't missed a game this season. He's tallied 110 total tackles (three for loss), an interception, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery while playing 94% of the team's defensive snaps.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/111914" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/111914">Malik Harrison</a> is likely to play as the Ravens' second off-ball linebacker behind <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/188143" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/188143">Trenton Simpson</a>. Harrison has 24 tackles (one for loss) and a pick this season.Smith was named a first-team All-Pro for the second consecutive season in 2023. He also earned the second Pro Bowl nod of his career.

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - NOVEMBER 7: Roquan Smith #0 of the Baltimore Ravens warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals at M&T Bank Stadium on November 7, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland.

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The New York Giants are releasing quarterback Daniel Jones, the team announced Friday.  The move ...

The New York Giants are releasing quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/97984" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/97984">Daniel Jones</a>, the team announced Friday.The move comes after the Giants benched Jones earlier this week."Daniel came to see me this morning and asked if we would release him," team president John Mara said in a statement on <a href="https://x.com/Giants/status/1859998024539512930">X</a>. "We mutually agreed that would be best for him and for the team.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>"Daniel has been a great representative of our organization, first class in every way. His handling of this situation yesterday exemplifies just that. We are all disappointed in how things have worked out."Jones will be subject to waivers, though his contract likely means he'll go unclaimed. The Duke product will be eligible to sign with any team Monday at 4:01 p.m. ET.The 27-year-old's current deal runs through 2026. His release leaves the Giants with dead cap hits of $47.1 million in 2024 and $22.2 million in 2025, per <a href="https://x.com/spotrac/status/1859999776538001713">Spotrac</a>. New York frees up $19.4 million in 2025 with the move.Jones thanked the Giants in a statement Thursday during his media availability."The opportunity to play for the New York Giants was truly a dream come true, and I'm extremely grateful to the Mara and Tisch families for the chance to play here," Jones said, per <a href="https://x.com/SNYGiants/status/1859685555551801679">SNY</a>. "The Giants are truly a first-class organization, and I have nothing but genuine respect and appreciation for the people who have built it and who help carry on that tradition."Jones has quarterbacked the team to a 2-8 mark this season, including a 20-17 loss to the Carolina Panthers in Germany in the team's last game Nov. 10. He's thrown for 2,070 yards, eight touchdowns, and seven interceptions this season.The 2019 sixth overall pick has mostly struggled during his career. He's averaged 208.3 passing yards per game with 70 touchdowns against 47 interceptions in 70 career games. Jones owns a 24-44-1 record as a starter.

10 November 2024, Bavaria, Munich: American Football, NFL, Carolina Panthers - New York Giants, Matchday 10, Main Round at the Allianz Arena: Quarterback Daniel Jones of the New York Giants in action. Photo: Sven Hoppe/dpa

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The BC Lions fired head coach and co-general manager Rick Campbell, the team announced Wednesday ...

The BC Lions fired head coach and co-general manager Rick Campbell, the team announced Wednesday"We thank Rick Campbell for playing a major role in bringing our franchise back to respectability &amp; contention while navigating us through some very tough waters upon his arrival," the club said in <a href="https://x.com/BCLions/status/1859284319925100582">a statement on X</a>.Campbell joined the Lions ahead of the 2020 season that was canceled by COVID-19. He led the team to back-to-back 12-6 records and second-place finishes in the West division in 2022 and 2023. The Lions, who were 9-9 in 2024, did not make a Grey Cup appearance in Campbell's tenure.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div>Campbell owns an 82-92-2 record as a head coach. He spent 2014-19 with the Ottawa Redblacks, winning the Grey Cup in 2016 after an 8-9-1 regular season.

REGINA, CANADA - OCTOBER 12: Head coach Rick Campbell of the BC Lions on the sideline before the game between the BC Lions and Saskatchewan Roughriders at Mosaic Stadium on October 12, 2024 in Regina, Canada.

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BC Lions fire Campbell after 9-9 season

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is dealing with soreness in his throwing shoulder and...

San Francisco 49ers quarterback <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/174189" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/174189">Brock Purdy</a> is dealing with soreness in his throwing shoulder and is considered day-to-day, head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters Monday, including <a href="https://x.com/mattbarrows/status/1858656138537189574">The Athletic's Matt Barrows</a>.The 49ers' next contest is a road matchup against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.Purdy completed 21 of 28 attempts for 159 yards, a touchdown, and an interception in the team's 20-17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. He also ran for 40 yards and a score on five rushes. The 24-year-old didn't miss a snap during the defeat.<div class="the-score-article-ad-unit"></div><a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/53651" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/53651">Brandon Allen</a> is San Francisco's backup quarterback. The club also rosters <a data-in-app-uri="thescore:///nfl/players/74296" href="https://thescore.com/nfl/players/74296">Joshua Dobbs</a>. Allen took one snap in Week 1, while Dobbs has yet to appear in a game this year.Purdy has completed 66% of his passes for 2,613 yards, 13 touchdowns, and eight interceptions in 10 games this season. He's added another 267 yards and four scores on the ground.

49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) waits on the field for players to gather for a prayer after the San Francisco 49ers played the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif., on Sunday, November 17, 2024.

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