Denver Broncos fire first-year coach Nathaniel Hackett

The Denver Broncos announced on Monday they have fired first-year head coach Nathaniel Hackett. The move comes after the Broncos were defeated by the Los Angeles Rams on Christmas Day, 51-14, with Russell Wilson throwing three interceptions
Cincinnati Bengals RT La’el Collins out for season with torn ACL and MCL

Cincinnati Bengals right tackle La’el Collins exited the Bengals’ win over the Patriots due to injury, and now the veteran has been diagnosed with a torn ACL and MCL. The 29-year-old was feared to have suffered a
UFC Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar dies at age 45

Ultimate Fighting Championship Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar, who popularized the sport in the finale fight of the first season of “The Ultimate Fighter” reality show, died on Thursday at the age of 45. The UFC said
Tennessee Titans’ QB Ryan Tannehill ‘very likely’ out for season with right ankle injury

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill will “very likely” miss the remainder of the season (including playoffs) after he suffered a right ankle injury last Sunday in the Titans’ 17-14 loss to the Chargers, that may also require
Former Broncos RB Ronnie Hillman dies at 31 after battling rare cancer

Former Denver Broncos running back Ronnie Hillman, who won a Super Bowl alongside quarterback Peyton Manning in 2016, died after battling a rare form of cancer. He was 31. Hillman’s family wrote in a statement posted on his Instagram account.
Steelers Hall of Fame RB Franco Harris dies at age 72

Legendary NFL running back Franco Harris, who made the “Immaculate Reception” and remains the Pittsburgh Steelers’ all-time leading rusher, has died at age 72. Harris’ family told The Associated Press that Harris died Wednesday; his cause of
Indianapolis Colts bench QB Matt Ryan to start Nick Foles in Week 16 game vs. Chargers

Indianapolis Colts interim head coach Jeff Saturday announced Wednesday that they will bench Matt Ryan and start veteran quarterback Nick Foles in Week 16. Saturday told reporters: “I feel like Nick will give us a better chance
The Masters to allow LIV golfers to compete in 2023

Augusta National Golf Club announced Tuesday that LIV golf participants who qualified for the 2023 Masters Tournament will be invited to compete, ending speculation that the criteria would be changed for the PGA Tour defectors. Augusta National
Mat Ishbia to purchase Phoenix Suns and WNBA’s Mercury for $4 billion

According to The Athletic and ESPN, Mat Ishbia, the billionaire CEO of United Wholesale Mortgage, is expected to purchase the NBA’s Phoenix Suns and WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury for a price of $4 billion. The Athletic also reported that Justin
San Diego Padres sign pitcher Seth Lugo to 2-year, $15 million deal

Per Jon Heyman of the New York Post, The San Diego Padres are finalizing a deal with right-hander Seth Lugo. The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya reported that it is expected to be a two-year deal, worth $15 million