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LSU football adds transfer portal defender from ACC powerhouse
LSU football is beefing up in the trenches, adding a transfer portal defensive tackle from a big-name ACC program.
Miami's aggressive defensive revamp powers Hurricanes' College Football Playoff run
Led by an aggressive scheme revamp and the quiet, fiery leadership of Reuben Bain, Miami has transformed last year's weakness into one of the most feared units in college football
'Fans will not stand for this dire football all season'
Arne Slot's team are unbeaten in 10, with the most recent defeat coming back in November against PSV Eindhoven. On that night, Liverpool were humiliated 4-1 at Anfield and Slot clearly made a decision to go far more defensive - knowing any more losses could cost him his job. In this period, we have packed the midfield, making Curtis Jones a key player and - before he went to the Afcon - taking Mohamed Salah out of the team.
Would a defensive-minded head coach fit the Cardinals?
The defense has been the pinnacle with this team
Philadelphia faces Denver, aims for 4th straight win
Philadelphia is 9-4 in games decided by 10 points or more. The Nuggets have gone 13-7 away from home. Denver is fifth in the Western Conference with 33.3 defensive rebounds per game led by Nikola Jokic averaging 9.1.
Reading 1-0 Stockport County: Player Ratings
A big defensive shift got the Royals over the line at the SCL for the second time this year.
Notre Dame bids to replicate defensive effort at Cal
Notre Dame seeks to complete a sweep of the Atlantic Coast Conference's West Coast schools when the Fighting Irish visit Cal on Friday night in Berkeley, Calif.
Knicks Bulletin: ‘That’s not the mentality to have’
The Knicks decided it was better to finish 2025 on a losing note, so karma balances out in 2026 and they can win the championship. One step backwards, two steps forward. Here’s some old stuff from last year. Mike Brown On Landry Shamet’s defensive value and skill set: “Shamet and McBride are our best on-ball […]
Takeaways from the Ducks 5-4 Loss to the Sharks
Despite dominant analytics and a barrage of shots, critical defensive lapses allowed the Sharks to capitalize, extending the Ducks' woes.
Arizona Cardinals Week 17 defensive, special teams snap counts
See how the Cardinals split up their 77 defensive and 26 special teams snaps in Week 17 vs. the Bengals.
LSWA Class 4A all-state team released with St. Charles linebacker earning top defensive honor
See who made the Class 4A all-state team, as chosen by a statewide panel of sports reporters.
Chicago Bears Week 17 Notes: West Coast Collapse
A brutal defensive collapse in a wild shootout out west. Check out @BryanOrenchuk’s notes here. #DaBears
Two Colorado defensive linemen declare for NFL Draft
Two mainstays on Colorado’s defensive line are moving on, as Arden Walker and Amari McNeill have announced that they’ve declared for the 2026 NFL Draft. Both Walker and McNeill have played major roles in the Coach Prime era of Colorado football, as they came to Boulder with Deion Sanders in 2023 and stuck around until […]
Purdue Football Hires Veteran Defensive Coach
Purdue continues to retool their defensive staff by adding a veteran to the staff. Barry Odom announced the hiring of Dave Steckel as a Senior Defensive Analyst. There is familiarity between Coach Odom and Coach Steckel going back to Coach Odom’s Missouri days. From 2015 to 2019 Steckel served as the Head Coach of Missouri […]
Panthers vs Seahawks: Defensive Preview
Previewing the Panthers defense vs the Seahawks offense this weekend.
Our defense vs. their offense: Tennessee Titans
Previewing the Saints’ defensive matchup in Week 17.
Northwestern and Central Michigan are heading for a defensive showdown in GameAbove Sports Bowl
Lakers' defensive identity vanishes into Phoenix air in loss
The Lakers surrendered 45 points in a quarter in a journeyman's revenge game. A team that once knew itself is now strangers in its own locker room.
MSU defensive back announces plan to enter transfer portal
A Michigan State football defensive back announces he'll be entering the transfer portal
Vikings vs. Lions Injury Report
See who's in and who's out for the Week 17 matchup between the Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings on December 25, 2025.
Nebraska football adds two more coaches to staff
Nebraska added two more coaches to the staff. Lonnie Teasley is now the running game coordinator and Roy Manning is the defensive edge rushers coach.
Raiders claim former 3rd round DT off waivers from Steelers
The Raiders added a big body to their defensive line today, claiming former third round DT Broderic Martin off waivers from the Steelers.
Defensive injuries force Patriots to adapt ahead of Ravens game
The Patriots had four starters missing from practice on Thursday.
Texas brings back former Florida and South Carolina coach Will Muschamp as defensive coordinator
Zach Orr's Ravens' defense stripped the stripes off the Bengals
Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator Zach Orr kept the Bengals out of the end zone in week 14.
Friday Night Roundup: High school basketball across the state line
TRI-CITIES, Tenn. (WJHL) – A full slate of Friday night hoops brought tight battles and milestone moments across the region. Science Hill boys’ basketball picked up a hard-fought win at home, edging Jefferson County 56–50 in a defensive battle. Unicoi County boys’ basketball delivered one of the most dominant performances of the evening, rolling past Johnson County 76–43 behind […]
Opponent Defensive Preview: Boise State Broncos, LA Bowl Edition
The Washington Huskies (8–4, 5–4 Big Ten) meet the Boise State Broncos (9–4, 6-2 Mountain West champions) in the LA Bowl. The Huskies are coming off a solid second season under Jedd Fisch where key underclassmen established themselves for a 2026 season with high expectations. On the other side, the Broncos won their third straight […]
Blues focus on net-front play as Blackhawks arrive
The St. Louis Blues will try to tighten up their defensive-zone coverage on Friday night when they host the Chicago Blackhawks.
Sports Illustrated’s 2025 College Football All-Americans: Full First and Second Teams
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza leads the way on offense, while Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez tops the defensive selections.
Shaw reaches semifinals with unsung senior captain whose other sports are baseball and cheer
Shaw senior Austin Amadeo doesn’t get many chances to handle the football. His main impact comes with how well the team captain can block opposing linebackers and defensive backs.
Eagles defensive star week-to-week after procedure on shoulders
Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter had a procedure on his shoulders this week and is week-to-week.
Cal targeting Oregon defensive coordinator Tosh Lupoi as next coach
Dan Lanning could see both of his coordinators leave Oregon after the College Football Playoff
Tom Brady's niece Maya selected No. 1 overall in AUSL Expansion Draft
Brady, 24, is a shortstop known for her defensive versatility and power at the plate.
2025 Shore Sports Insider Defensive Player of the Year – Brick Memorial’s Trey Tallmadge
Brick Memorial senior linebacker Trey Tallmadge is the 2025 Shore Sports Insider Defensive Player of the Year after helping the Mustangs to a championship season