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16 former UCF Knights earn spots on NFL rosters

The 2020 NFL season kicks off this week with 16 UCF Knights on pro rosters, with another three on practice squads and others still working to earn practice squad spots.

Former Boone, UF star Tommy Townsend earns punting job for Super Bowl champion Chiefs

Punter Tommy Townsend, a Florida Gators and Boone High alum, was named the Kansas City Chiefs punter Saturday after holding the position through most of preseason camp.

Dolphins name Ryan Fitzpatrick starting QB over rookie Tua Tagovailoa for Week 1 at New England

The Dolphins will go with wily veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick as their starting quarterback for the season opener against the New England Patriots, coach Brian Flores announced.

Miami Dolphins players select five newcomers as team captains

Miami Dolphins players selected five newcomers as team captains for the 2020 NFL season.

An area of improvement for Tua Tagovailoa; Dolphins preparing for Patriots QB Cam Newton

Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has made steady improvements that even some of the team's defenders have noticed during training camp.

Jaguars GM Dave Caldwell: We can't afford a rebuilding year

The Jaguars traded five starters off their defense since last season.They released their top running back and both veteran backup quarterbacks in the past week.And Jaguars general manager...

Bucs' Anthony Nelson looks to bring the pressure in Year 2

Anthony Nelson spent most of last season learning, watching the veterans ahead of him on the outside linebacker depth chart while realizing the physical demands of the NFL game.

FSU senior defensive back Hamsah Nasirildeen to miss season opener

Florida State will face off against Georgia Tech without senior defensive back Hamsah Nasirildeen in the lineup.

Hurricanes' new-look left side of offensive line looks to bring 'consistent, steady' presence

After an offseason of correcting the Miami Hurricanes offensive line, UM now has the starting five it will roll out for the opener against UAB.

Hurricanes coaches break down 'ongoing' position battles heading into season

Miami Hurricanes have several positions that will continue to see ongoing competition well into the season. Plus, the Turnover Chain will be back and Xavier Restrepo's tribute to a fallen high...

USF moves Saturday's football season opener to an evening kickoff

Even at the dawn of USF's inaugural game week of 2020, the Bulls' schedule remains a fluid situation.

Navy football falls flat, gets blown out by BYU at home in 2020 season opener

Navy struggled from start to finish Monday night at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, as BYU jumped out to a 31-0 lead at halftime and piled on the second half of an eventual...

Lightning romp to 8-2 win over Isles to open East finals

Brayden Point scored twice and added three assists as the well-rested Tampa Bay Lightning romped to a 8-2 win over the travel- and game-weary New York Islanders to open the Eastern Conference...

Serena Williams is into the U.S. Open quarters after another gut-check victory

This one required a little resiliency from Serena Williams.

Dustin Johnson cashes in and finally wins the FedEx Cup

Dustin Johnson finally has his name on the FedEx Cup trophy and the whopping $15 million that comes with it.

George, Leonard lead Clippers to 113-107 win over Nuggets

Paul George scored 32 points, Kawhi Leonard added 23 along with a big late block and the dynamic duo helped the Los Angeles Clippers rally in the fourth quarter for a 113-107 win over the...

Celtics roll in Game 5, take 3-2 series lead on Raptors

Jaylen Brown scored 27 points and the Boston Celtics set a serious defensive tone early on the way to beating the Toronto Raptors 111-89 in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference semifinals on...

Rays fall to Max Scherzer and host Nationals 6-1

Max Scherzer cooled off Tampa Bay with seven scoreless innings and the Washington Nationals used a makeshift lineup to beat the Rays 6-1 on Monday.

Miguel Rojas' fourth hit of the day, an RBI double, lifts Marlins past Braves in extra innings

Miguel Rojas had four hits, including a go-ahead double in the 10th inning, and the Miami Marlins beat the Atlanta Braves.

Former Gator Aleshia Ocasio hopes Athletes Unlimited helps grow support for pro softball

Pitcher Aleshia Ocasio, a former Florida Gator and St. Cloud native, hopes the new Athletes Unlimited league helps inspire more financial support for pro softball.

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