Cowboys move on at center with ill Frederick on their mind
FRISCO, Texas (AP) - A year ago, Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman Joe Looney grabbed the spotlight during training camp as the prankster who took the field in star running back Ezekiel Elliott's jersey, his cover blown by the gut sticking out under No. 21. Now that Looney has become the starting center under the serious circumstances of Travis Frederick's battle against a rare...
FRISCO, Texas (AP) - A year ago, Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman Joe Looney grabbed the spotlight during training camp as the prankster who took the field in star running back Ezekiel Elliott's jersey, his cover blown by the gut sticking out under No. 21. Now that Looney has become the starting center under the serious circumstances of Travis Frederick's battle against a rare...
No timetable on OL Travis Frederick's return to Cowboys after autoimmune disease diagnosis
The Dallas Cowboys said Thursday that lineman Travis Frederick's spirits are high after being told by doctors he has a rare autoimmune disease.
The Dallas Cowboys said Thursday that lineman Travis Frederick's spirits are high after being told by doctors he has a rare autoimmune disease.
Santa Fe family says Cowboys training camp visit memorable, emotional
The family of a Texas student gunned down in a school shooting in the spring said its trip to Dallas Cowboys training camp was emotional and memorable.
The family of a Texas student gunned down in a school shooting in the spring said its trip to Dallas Cowboys training camp was emotional and memorable.
Former Cowboys executive Gil Brandt nominated for Hall of Fame
CANTON, Ohio (AP) - Gil Brandt and Pat Bowlen have been nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame as contributors to the game.
CANTON, Ohio (AP) - Gil Brandt and Pat Bowlen have been nominated for the Pro Football Hall of Fame as contributors to the game.
Theft charge against Texas Tech running back dismissed
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) - Prosecutors in Lubbock have dismissed a theft charge against Texas Tech running back Da'Leon Ward. Lubbock County District Attorney Matt Powell says there wasn't enough evidence to convict Ward. The sophomore from Dallas was charged with theft between $2,500 to $30,000. According to the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal , Powell said Ward never should have been arrested...
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) - Prosecutors in Lubbock have dismissed a theft charge against Texas Tech running back Da'Leon Ward. Lubbock County District Attorney Matt Powell says there wasn't enough evidence to convict Ward. The sophomore from Dallas was charged with theft between $2,500 to $30,000. According to the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal , Powell said Ward never should have been arrested...
Ohio State suspends Urban Meyer for 3 games for mishandling domestic abuse case
Ohio State on Wednesday night suspended head football coach Urban Meyer three games for mishandling domestic violence accusations, punishing one of the sport's most prominent leaders for keeping an assistant on staff for several years after that coach's wife accused him of abuse.
Ohio State on Wednesday night suspended head football coach Urban Meyer three games for mishandling domestic violence accusations, punishing one of the sport's most prominent leaders for keeping an assistant on staff for several years after that coach's wife accused him of abuse.
Ohio St suspends Meyer for 3 games for mishandled abuse case
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Urban Meyer was suspended by Ohio State on Wednesday for the first three games of the season for mishandling domestic violence accusations, punishing one of the sport's most prominent leaders for keeping an assistant on staff for several years after that coach's wife accused him of abuse.
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Urban Meyer was suspended by Ohio State on Wednesday for the first three games of the season for mishandling domestic violence accusations, punishing one of the sport's most prominent leaders for keeping an assistant on staff for several years after that coach's wife accused him of abuse.
Cowboys center Travis Frederick has neurological disorder
Dallas Cowboys center Travis Frederick said Wednesday he has been diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder that causes weakness in various parts of the body, and the four-time Pro Bowl player isn't sure on a timetable for a return.
Dallas Cowboys center Travis Frederick said Wednesday he has been diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder that causes weakness in various parts of the body, and the four-time Pro Bowl player isn't sure on a timetable for a return.
Rangers go deep twice to back Minor in 4-2 win over A's
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) - Mike Minor pitched six scoreless innings of one-hit ball to win his fourth straight, Joey Gallo hit his 33rd home run and the Texas Rangers snapped out of their offensive slump to avoid a three-game sweep, beating the Oakland Athletics 4-2 on Wednesday. Adrian Beltre had a pair of RBI singles to help the Rangers end a six-game losing streak to the A's. Jurickson...
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) - Mike Minor pitched six scoreless innings of one-hit ball to win his fourth straight, Joey Gallo hit his 33rd home run and the Texas Rangers snapped out of their offensive slump to avoid a three-game sweep, beating the Oakland Athletics 4-2 on Wednesday. Adrian Beltre had a pair of RBI singles to help the Rangers end a six-game losing streak to the A's. Jurickson...
No changes coming to NFL's helmet rule
NEW YORK (AP) - The NFL Competition Committee has recommended not making any changes to the helmet rule approved by owners in the offseason, which means instant replay use for officials will not be instituted for such calls.
NEW YORK (AP) - The NFL Competition Committee has recommended not making any changes to the helmet rule approved by owners in the offseason, which means instant replay use for officials will not be instituted for such calls.
Johnny Manziel remains sidelined because of concussion
MONTREAL (AP) - Johnny Manziel missed another practice Wednesday and will almost certainly miss his second game in a row for the Montreal Alouettes because of a concussion. The 2012 Heisman Trophy winner was placed in concussion protocol last week, days after being hit hard at the goal line Aug. 11 in a loss at Ottawa. Montreal (1-8) has a walkthrough Thursday before hosting the Toronto...
MONTREAL (AP) - Johnny Manziel missed another practice Wednesday and will almost certainly miss his second game in a row for the Montreal Alouettes because of a concussion. The 2012 Heisman Trophy winner was placed in concussion protocol last week, days after being hit hard at the goal line Aug. 11 in a loss at Ottawa. Montreal (1-8) has a walkthrough Thursday before hosting the Toronto...
Football player from DeSoto arrested, charges against Dallas player dropped
UPDATE: The charges filed against Da'Leon Ward on Tuesday were dropped on Wednesday, according to his lawyer.
UPDATE: The charges filed against Da'Leon Ward on Tuesday were dropped on Wednesday, according to his lawyer.
Fisher signs huge contract; takes on new challenge with A&M
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) - All those zeroes in Jimbo Fisher's new contract hang over the coach like a huge cloud. Texas A&M handed Fisher a 10-year, $75 million contract to leave Florida State after Kevin Sumlin was fired last year. Aggie fans believe that's 75 million reasons why he should be the one to deliver their first national title since 1939. He knew what the expectations...
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) - All those zeroes in Jimbo Fisher's new contract hang over the coach like a huge cloud. Texas A&M handed Fisher a 10-year, $75 million contract to leave Florida State after Kevin Sumlin was fired last year. Aggie fans believe that's 75 million reasons why he should be the one to deliver their first national title since 1939. He knew what the expectations...
Oklahoma names Kyler Murray starting quarterback
Kyler Murray has been picked as Oklahoma's starting quarterback. The seventh-ranked Sooners said Wednesday that Murray will start the season-opener Sept. 1 against Florida Atlantic.
Kyler Murray has been picked as Oklahoma's starting quarterback. The seventh-ranked Sooners said Wednesday that Murray will start the season-opener Sept. 1 against Florida Atlantic.
Davis connects again for 38th home run, A's blank Rangers
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) - Khris Davis is right on the cusp of a third straight 40-homer season and just reached 100 RBIs for the third time in as many years with the Athletics, and he is still aiming for far more. The playoffs are the primary focus as he clears the fences at a remarkable rate. Davis homered for the second straight night to back Brett Anderson's gem, and Oakland blanked the...
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) - Khris Davis is right on the cusp of a third straight 40-homer season and just reached 100 RBIs for the third time in as many years with the Athletics, and he is still aiming for far more. The playoffs are the primary focus as he clears the fences at a remarkable rate. Davis homered for the second straight night to back Brett Anderson's gem, and Oakland blanked the...
Dallas Cowboys welcome Santa Fe HS players
The Dallas Cowboys reached out to some families affected by the Santa Fe High School shooting in May. They were guests at the team’s practice in Frisco Tuesday night.
The Dallas Cowboys reached out to some families affected by the Santa Fe High School shooting in May. They were guests at the team’s practice in Frisco Tuesday night.
Cowboys legend George Andrie dies at 78
One of the best defensive linemen in Dallas Cowboys history died on Tuesday.
One of the best defensive linemen in Dallas Cowboys history died on Tuesday.
Mercury hit 13 3s, advance past Wings in WNBA playoffs
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) - DeWanna Bonner had 29 points and 11 rebounds and Diana Taurasi collected 26 points and 12 assists, helping the Phoenix Mercury beat the Dallas Wings 101-83 on Tuesday night in the opening game of the WNBA playoffs. Phoenix (21-14) advances to play at Connecticut in another single-elimination round on Thursday.
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) - DeWanna Bonner had 29 points and 11 rebounds and Diana Taurasi collected 26 points and 12 assists, helping the Phoenix Mercury beat the Dallas Wings 101-83 on Tuesday night in the opening game of the WNBA playoffs. Phoenix (21-14) advances to play at Connecticut in another single-elimination round on Thursday.
Hall of Famer Lieberman wins BIG3 Coach of the Year
NEW YORK (AP) - Basketball Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman has been voted BIG3 Coach of the Year after leading her team to the league's best record and a spot in the championship game in her first season. Lieberman's team, Power, was the big winner in the awards announced Tuesday, with Corey Maggette earning league MVP honors and Chris "Birdman" Andersen taking Defensive Player...
NEW YORK (AP) - Basketball Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman has been voted BIG3 Coach of the Year after leading her team to the league's best record and a spot in the championship game in her first season. Lieberman's team, Power, was the big winner in the awards announced Tuesday, with Corey Maggette earning league MVP honors and Chris "Birdman" Andersen taking Defensive Player...
Texas Tech RB Da'Leon Ward arrested on theft charge
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) - Texas Tech running back Da'Leon Ward has been arrested on a theft charge. Ward was arrested Tuesday on a charge of theft between $2,500 and $30,000. The sophomore remained in the Lubbock County jail as of Tuesday night. There was no attorney listed for Ward in records with the sheriff's office. The school said it was made aware of the arrest Tuesday afternoon and...
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) - Texas Tech running back Da'Leon Ward has been arrested on a theft charge. Ward was arrested Tuesday on a charge of theft between $2,500 and $30,000. The sophomore remained in the Lubbock County jail as of Tuesday night. There was no attorney listed for Ward in records with the sheriff's office. The school said it was made aware of the arrest Tuesday afternoon and...