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John Kelly Jr. Finds End Zone Sunday
Cleveland Browns running back John Kelly Jr. carried the ball 14 times for 66 yards and a touchdown in a 21-20 preseason loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. Kelly led the team in rushing and found the end zone on a six-yard run in the third quarter. The veteran running back who spent the […]
Matt T 2 years agoJoshua Dobbs Impressive In Sunday's Preseason Action
Cleveland Browns quarterback Joshua Dobbs completed 14 of his 20 pass attempts for 141 yards in a 21-20 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in preseason action on Sunday. He also added four rushes for 47 yards and a touchdown on the ground. The strong performance from Dobbs most likely cements his status as the backup […]
Matt T 2 years agoChris Boswell Makes Extra Point Saturday
Pittsburgh Steelers kicker Chris Boswell missed his lone field goal try, a 53-yarder, in a 16-15 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in preseason action on Saturday. Boswell did connect on his only extra point attempt in the win. The veteran has been a part-time kicker for the Steelers through two preseason games as Nick Sciba […]
Matt T 2 years agoPat Freiermuth Goes For 35 Yards Saturday
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth caught both of his targets for 35 yards in a 16-15 preseason win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Saturday. Freiermuth missed last week's preseason opener with a hamstring issue but he was feeling good enough to suit up against the Jags on Saturday evening. The second-year tight end was […]
Matt T 2 years agoGeorge Pickens Held To Two Catches Saturday
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens caught both of his targets for six yards in a 16-15 preseason win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Saturday night. It comes as a bit of a letdown as Pickens was unable to replicate his impressive debut from last week, which saw him go for 43 yards and a […]
Matt T 2 years agoChase Claypool Catches One Pass Vs. Jaguars
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool caught his lone target for a 29-yard gain in a 16-15 preseason win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Saturday. Although he only had one reception, it was an impressive leaping catch on a high pass from Mitch Trubisky in the first quarter. Claypool has dealt with a pair of […]
Matt T 2 years agoDiontae Johnson Goes For 33 Yards Saturday
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson caught two of his four targets for 33 yards in a 16-15 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Saturday's preseason game. Johnson made his return to practice earlier in the week after missing some time in camp with an injured hip flexor, but he appeared to be fully healthy […]
Matt T 2 years agoJaylen Warren Sees Six Touches Saturday
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren carried the ball three times for three yards and added 24 yards on three catches in a 16-15 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Saturday's preseason game. Warren garnered some buzz in camp this past week with some Steelers beat reporters observing that he may be overtaking Benny Snell […]
Matt T 2 years agoKenny Pickett Throws TD Saturday
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett completed six of seven passes for 76 yards and a touchdown in a 16-15 preseason win over the Jacksonville Jaguars on Saturday. Pickett was the second quarterback to enter the game, taking over for Mitch Trubisky shortly after the second quarter began. For the second preseason game in a row, […]
Matt T 2 years agoMitch Trubisky Throws For 60 Yards Saturday
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky completed five of his eight passes for 60 yards and added a 10-yard run in his team's second preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Saturday. Trubisky started and led Pittsburgh's first three offensive drives before stepping aside for rookie Kenny Pickett. His longest completion was a 29-yard contested ball […]
Matt T 2 years agoTommy Pham Leaves With Back Tightness
Boston Red Sox outfielder Tommy Pham left Friday's game against the Baltimore Orioles with tightness in his lower back. Pham was having a big night at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two doubles, a run, and three RBI. He was replaced in the lineup by Bobby Dalbec. Pham is hitting .244 with 14 homers, 69 […]
Matt T 2 years agoClayton Kershaw Throws Bullpen Friday
Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Clayton Kershaw (back) threw a 30-pitch bullpen session on Friday. Kershaw emerged from the session without any issues as he works his way back from a back injury. The 34-year-old veteran has not made a start since August 4 and has only taken the mound 15 times due to assorted injuries […]
Matt T 2 years agoSixto Sanchez Feels Shoulder Discomfort Wednesday
Miami Marlins right-hander Sixto Sanchez felt right shoulder discomfort while throwing batting practice at the team's spring training complex in Jupiter, Florida on Wednesday. Sanchez has been battling shoulder issues since the 2020 season. Sanchez is tentatively scheduled to throw again on Monday if his shoulder permits. The 24-year-old has gone almost two years since […]
Matt T 2 years agoYordan Alvarez Leaves Friday's Game Early
Houston Astros outfielder Yordan Alvarez was removed from Friday's game against the Atlanta Braves with a suspected injury. Alvarez left in the middle of an Atlanta at-bat in the fifth inning and was replaced by Mauricio Dubon in the outfield. The 25-year-old Alvarez went 0-for-2 in the contest before his early departure. The Astros have […]
Matt T 2 years agoXander Bogaerts Ejected Friday
Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts was ejected from Friday's game against the Baltimore Orioles for arguing balls and strikes. Bogaerts was given a quick hook after objecting to a low pitch that was called for strike three in the fourth inning. Manager Alex Cora joined the argument and was also ejected from the contest. […]
Matt T 2 years agoLuke Voit Scratched From Friday's Lineup
Washington Nationals first baseman Luke Voit was scratched from his team's game against the San Diego Padres with back tightness. Voit was replaced in the lineup by Joey Meneses, who is hitting third and playing first base. The 31-year-old Voit will not be in the starting lineup but he is reportedly available as a pinch-hitter […]
Matt T 2 years agoJerar Encarnacion Recalled Friday
Miami Marlins outfielder Jerar Encarnacion was recalled from Triple-A Jacksonville on Friday. Encarnacion will take the place of Garrett Cooper (concussion) who was placed on the injured list. The 24-year-old rookie saw a short stint with the Marlins earlier in the season, going 1-for-8 with a grand slam in two games before returning to the […]
Matt T 2 years agoTyler Mahle Likely To Have Next Start Skipped Or Pushed Back
Minnesota Twins right-hander Tyler Mahle (shoulder) is likely to have his next start skipped or pushed back. Mahle was shut down from throwing after experiencing soreness in his right shoulder during his last start, which came on Wednesday. The 27-year-old told reporters on Friday that he feels good, but the Twins will understandably be cautious […]
Matt T 2 years agoGarrett Cooper Lands On Concussion IL
Miami Marlins first baseman Garrett Cooper (concussion) was placed on the seven-day concussion injured list on Friday. Cooper was hit in the head by a pitch back on Tuesday and is still experiencing concussion symptoms. The Marlins recalled outfielder Jerar Encarnacion from Triple-A to take Cooper's spot on the roster. Cooper is hitting .269 with […]
Matt T 2 years agoCarlos Carrasco Leaves Monday's Start Early
New York Mets right-hander Carlos Carrasco left his Monday start against the Atlanta Braves after the second inning with what appeared to be an injury. Carrasco tossed two innings, allowing three runs while striking out one and walking one. The veteran hurler threw 51 pitches, including a 32-pitch second inning. The game did feature a […]
Matt T 2 years agoEugenio Suarez Not In Lineup Monday
Seattle Mariners third baseman Eugenio Suarez is getting a day off on Monday as his team gets ready to take on the Los Angeles Angels. Suarez will give way to Jake Lamb at the hot corner. The 31-year-old Suarez has been scuffling a bit at the plate of late, hitting just .186 with three homers […]
Matt T 2 years agoCarlos Santana Not In Monday's Lineup
Seattle Mariners first baseman Carlos Santana is not in the lineup for his team's Monday game against the Los Angeles Angels. Santana will stand aside as Ty France gets the start at first base. The 36-year-old Santana has really struggled at the plate of late, hitting just .167 with two homers, three runs, and six […]
Matt T 2 years agoKyle Hendricks Cleared To Begin Rehab Program
Chicago Cubs right-hander Kyle Hendricks (shoulder) has been cleared by the team to begin rehabbing in Arizona. Hendricks has been sidelined with a strained right shoulder since July 6. The team has yet to decide whether Hendricks will work toward pitching again in 2022 or if he will focus on returning to full strength for […]
Matt T 2 years agoJosh Naylor Leaves Early With Ankle Soreness
Cleveland Guardians first baseman Josh Naylor left Monday's game against the Detroit Tigers with soreness in his right ankle. The 25-year-old first baseman went 0-for-1 in the game before getting replaced in the lineup by Owen Miller. Naylor has been dealing with soreness in his right ankle off and on of late, with the issue […]
Matt T 2 years agoGeorge Pickens Catches TD In Preseason Win
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens caught three of his five targets for 43 yards and a touchdown in a 32-25 preseason win over the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday. Pickens found the end zone on a 26-yard catch near the end of the first quarter of play. The rookie out of the University of Georgia […]
Matt T 2 years agoKenny Pickett Throws Two TDs Saturday
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett completed 13 of 15 passes for 95 yards and two touchdowns in a 32-25 preseason win over the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday. Pickett looked good in the first preseason game of his career, playing the entire second half and throwing a game-winning touchdown with 12 seconds left on the clock. […]
Matt T 2 years agoMitch Trubisky Tosses TD Saturday
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mitch Trubisky completed four of seven passes for 63 yards and a touchdown in his team's Saturday preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks. Trubisky connected with wideout Gunner Olszewski for a 13-yard score in the first quarter while adding a four-yard run. He played on Pittsburgh's first two offensive drives before taking […]
Matt T 2 years agoJakeem Grant Sr. Is Out For The Season, Who Will Replace Grant?
The Cleveland Browns signed All-Pro return specialist Jakeem Grant Sr. to a three-year, $10 million contract in the offseason in an attempt to improve their return game. Based on the contract, the Cleveland front office obviously prioritized upgrading the return game heading into 2022. Unfortunately, Cleveland got bad news when Grant went down during Tuesday's […]
Matt T 2 years agoCade York Makes 31-Yard FG Friday
Cleveland Browns kicker Cade York made his lone field goal, a 31-yard attempt, in a 24-13 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Friday's preseason game. York also added three extra points in the win. The Browns used a fourth-round draft pick on York in the 2022 NFL draft in an attempt to solve their issues […]
Matt T 2 years agoDavid Njoku Catches One Ball Friday
Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku caught his lone target for a seven-yard gain in a 24-13 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Friday's preseason game. Njoku got the start and was on the field with quarterback Deshaun Watson, but the Cleveland offense struggled to move the ball. The 26-year-old Njoku signed a big contract […]
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