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Varsity 4 Super 6 boys basketball: Providence, Jackson open at the top in first rankings
Read full article: Varsity 4 Super 6 boys basketball: Providence, Jackson open at the top in first rankingsThe News4JAX Varsity 4 Super 6 boys high school basketball rankings will be published each Wednesday — except during the weeks of Thanksgiving and Christmas — through the regular season. Records are through Nov. 19.
Jordan Love runs for go-ahead TD and Packers beat Bears on Karl Brooks' FG block at buzzer
Read full article: Jordan Love runs for go-ahead TD and Packers beat Bears on Karl Brooks' FG block at buzzerJordan Love ran for a go-ahead touchdown in the closing minutes, and the Green Bay Packers hung on to beat the Chicago Bears 20-19 when Karl Brooks blocked Cairo Santos’ 46-yard field goal attempt as time expired.
Surging Cardinals beat the Bears 29-9 for 3rd straight victory
Read full article: Surging Cardinals beat the Bears 29-9 for 3rd straight victoryEmari Demercado ran 53 yards for a touchdown just before halftime, James Conner added 107 yards on the ground and the surging Arizona Cardinals put together a dominant 29-9 victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday.
Mayor Deegan casts vote at the same Neptune Beach precinct where Harris supporters were accosted
Read full article: Mayor Deegan casts vote at the same Neptune Beach precinct where Harris supporters were accostedThe final push to Election Day is bringing many voters out, including Mayor Donna Deegan.
‘They got machetes’: 911 caller, victim describe chaotic scene, teens waving Trump flags, confronting Harris supporters
Read full article: ‘They got machetes’: 911 caller, victim describe chaotic scene, teens waving Trump flags, confronting Harris supportersA 911 call for help and a woman’s testimony gave more insight into the moment when a group of teens, including an 18-year-old accused of brandishing a machete, confronted a group of people holding political signs at an early voting site in Neptune Beach Monday.
Harris, Trump supporters call machete incident at Neptune Beach polling site 'outrageous,' 'sad'
Read full article: Harris, Trump supporters call machete incident at Neptune Beach polling site 'outrageous,' 'sad'Supporters of Harris and Trump told News4JAX on Wednesday that they are used to being heckled by the opposing side while waving signs outside polling locations. But what happened at the Jacksonville Public Library Beaches Branch in Neptune Beach on Tuesday afternoon was “outrageous,” “scary” and “sad.”
Teen accused of confronting Harris supporters with machete must stay 1,000 feet from polling sites unless he’s voting
Read full article: Teen accused of confronting Harris supporters with machete must stay 1,000 feet from polling sites unless he’s votingAn 18-year-old now faces an aggravated assault charge after the Neptune Beach Police Department said he “brandished a machete” in an armed disturbance incident.
Duval Dems confirm voters confronted by 18-year-old with machete in Neptune Beach are Harris supporters
Read full article: Duval Dems confirm voters confronted by 18-year-old with machete in Neptune Beach are Harris supportersAn 18-year-old now faces an aggravated assault charge after the Neptune Beach Police Department said he “brandished a machete” in an armed disturbance incident.
18-year-old raises machete to ‘antagonize’ voters at Neptune Beach polling site: Police
Read full article: 18-year-old raises machete to ‘antagonize’ voters at Neptune Beach polling site: PoliceAn 18-year-old now faces an aggravated assault charge after the Neptune Beach Police Department said he “brandished a machete” in an armed disturbance incident.
Tyrique Stevenson taunts Commanders fans seconds before Bears lose on Hail Mary touchdown
Read full article: Tyrique Stevenson taunts Commanders fans seconds before Bears lose on Hail Mary touchdownChicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson could be seen taunting fans seconds before he and his teammates gave up a Hail Mary touchdown with time expired to lose to the Washington Commanders 18-15.
Jayden Daniels' Hail Mary TD to Noah Brown gives Commanders 18-15 win over Bears
Read full article: Jayden Daniels' Hail Mary TD to Noah Brown gives Commanders 18-15 win over BearsJayden Daniels connected with Noah Brown on a 52-yard Hail Mary as time expired to give the Washington Commanders an 18-15 victory over the Chicago Bears on Sunday.
QB Jayden Daniels is active and expected to play for the Commanders against the Bears
Read full article: QB Jayden Daniels is active and expected to play for the Commanders against the BearsJayden Daniels is active and expected to play for the Washington Commanders against Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears.
Caleb Williams throws 4 TDs and Bears hold tea party in 35-16 rout of Jaguars in London
Read full article: Caleb Williams throws 4 TDs and Bears hold tea party in 35-16 rout of Jaguars in LondonCaleb Williams threw four touchdown passes — two each to receiver Keenan Allen and tight end Cole Kmet — and the Chicago Bears held a tea party celebration in the end zone in a 35-16 rout of the Jacksonville Jaguars at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.
‘Find a way to get out of it’: Jaguars looking for answers as season starts slipping away after loss to Bears
Read full article: ‘Find a way to get out of it’: Jaguars looking for answers as season starts slipping away after loss to BearsCaleb Williams shredded Jacksonville’s defense for a career-high four touchdown passes and the Jaguars opened their London stretch with a 35-16 blowout loss.
News4JAGs picks: Confidence building for Jaguars to get on track in London
Read full article: News4JAGs picks: Confidence building for Jaguars to get on track in LondonJaguars season is back and our News4JAX sports staff is back with its predictions as well. Each week, we’ll unveil our predictions for the week’s game. Jacksonville (1-4) heads to London in Week 6 to face the Bears (3-2) on Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
Passing in Week 1 reached its lowest level for any week in the NFL since 2007
Read full article: Passing in Week 1 reached its lowest level for any week in the NFL since 2007From rookies struggling in their first career starts to high-paid quarterbacks not living up to their contracts to rusty veterans coming off injuries, the passing in Week 1 of the NFL season looked to be from a different era.
Caleb Williams has a rough debut but gets bailed out by Bears' defense in 24-17 win over Titans
Read full article: Caleb Williams has a rough debut but gets bailed out by Bears' defense in 24-17 win over TitansCaleb Williams got bailed out by his defense in a rough debut, with Tyrique Stevenson returning an interception 43 yards for the go-ahead touchdown to lead the Chicago Bears a 24-17 victory over the Tennessee Titans.
USC retires Caleb Williams' No. 13, restores Reggie Bush's No. 5 to place of honor in Coliseum
Read full article: USC retires Caleb Williams' No. 13, restores Reggie Bush's No. 5 to place of honor in ColiseumThe University of Southern California has retired Caleb Williams’ No. 13 jersey and restored Reggie Bush’s No. 5 to its place of honor among the other retired numbers displayed on the Coliseum’s peristyle.
Captain Caleb: Bears select Williams as one of 8 captains ahead of No. 1 pick's debut
Read full article: Captain Caleb: Bears select Williams as one of 8 captains ahead of No. 1 pick's debutCaleb Williams has been winning over the Chicago Bears with his performance on the field as well as his magnetic personality, so much so that the No. 1 overall draft pick will enter his rookie season as a team captain.
Woody Marks' TD run with 8 seconds left gives No. 23 USC 27-20 win over No. 13 LSU
Read full article: Woody Marks' TD run with 8 seconds left gives No. 23 USC 27-20 win over No. 13 LSUWoody Marks scored on a 13-yard run with 8 seconds left to give No. 23 Southern California a 27-20 win over No. 13 LSU on Sunday night.
The Chiefs' pursuit of a 3-peat is the hot topic among many storylines entering 2024 NFL season
Read full article: The Chiefs' pursuit of a 3-peat is the hot topic among many storylines entering 2024 NFL seasonPatrick Mahomes and the Chiefs chasing history will be the hottest topic throughout the NFL season.
The NFL season begins this week. Here's a look at some of the big games and rules changes
Read full article: The NFL season begins this week. Here's a look at some of the big games and rules changesThe NFL season begins this week when the two-time defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs host the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night.
Bagent leads Chicago to 34-21 preseason win over Chiefs; Bears' Coleman taken away on a stretcher
Read full article: Bagent leads Chicago to 34-21 preseason win over Chiefs; Bears' Coleman taken away on a stretcherBackup quarterback Tyson Bagent ran for a touchdown on the opening drive of the Bears’ game against the Chiefs on Thursday night, and they went on to win 34-21 in a preseason finale in which both teams sat nearly all their starters.
Starting QBs at LSU and USC have a featured role after staying patient in the transfer portal era
Read full article: Starting QBs at LSU and USC have a featured role after staying patient in the transfer portal eraSouthern California’s Miller Moss and LSU’s Garrett Nussmeier are showing how patience can still pay off even at a time when switching schools is easier than ever.
Caleb Williams runs for TD, leads 2 scoring drives as Bears beat Bengals 27-3
Read full article: Caleb Williams runs for TD, leads 2 scoring drives as Bears beat Bengals 27-3Caleb Williams made another good impression in his first appearance at Soldier Field since Chicago drafted him with the No. 1 overall pick, running for a touchdown and leading two scoring drives, and the Bears beat the Cincinnati Bengals 27-3.
QB Caleb Williams oversees 2 field-goal drives in preseason debut, and Bears rout Bills 33-6
Read full article: QB Caleb Williams oversees 2 field-goal drives in preseason debut, and Bears rout Bills 33-6Caleb Williams showed signs of promise in the No. 1 draft pick’s preseason debut by overseeing a pair of drives ending in field goals in the Chicago Bears’ 33-6 win over the Buffalo Bills.
Caleb Williams will get his first preseason action against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday
Read full article: Caleb Williams will get his first preseason action against the Buffalo Bills on SaturdayThe Chicago Bears will use their starters in Saturday's preseason game at Buffalo, which means the first NFL action for quarterback Caleb Williams.
Bears agree to deal with quarterback Caleb Williams, AP source says; receiver Rome Odunze signed
Read full article: Bears agree to deal with quarterback Caleb Williams, AP source says; receiver Rome Odunze signedThe Chicago Bears have locked in their top two rookies, agreeing to four-year contracts with No. 1 overall draft pick Caleb Williams and No. 9 selection Rome Odunze and avoiding any training camp drama with their prized quarterback and receiver.
Top NFL QBs have one thing in common: trainer Tom Gormely at Cortx
Read full article: Top NFL QBs have one thing in common: trainer Tom Gormely at CortxAthletes from all over the country travel to St. Johns County to train and rehab with one of the best in the nation. Tom Gormely is the founder and owner of Cortx, a facility that blends physical therapy with training and sports performance.
No. 1 NFL draft pick Caleb Williams realizes all eyes are on him and he's embracing the attention
Read full article: No. 1 NFL draft pick Caleb Williams realizes all eyes are on him and he's embracing the attentionCaleb Williams was ready to embrace the attention after the Chicago Bears grabbed him with the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft.
Colts snap record streak of 14 straight offensive players taken in NFL draft with UCLA DE Latu
Read full article: Colts snap record streak of 14 straight offensive players taken in NFL draft with UCLA DE LatuUCLA edge rusher Laiatu Latu was the first defensive player selected in the NFL draft, going No. 15 overall to Indianapolis to snap a record streak of 14 straight offensive players taken.
Bears banking on Caleb Williams after taking the 2022 Heisman winner with No. 1 pick in NFL draft
Read full article: Bears banking on Caleb Williams after taking the 2022 Heisman winner with No. 1 pick in NFL draftThe Chicago Bears did exactly as expected by taking USC star Caleb Williams with the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft.
Quarterbacks Williams, Daniels, Maye, Penix, McCarthy and Nix selected in top 12 of NFL draft
Read full article: Quarterbacks Williams, Daniels, Maye, Penix, McCarthy and Nix selected in top 12 of NFL draftCaleb Williams is heading to the Windy City, aiming to become the franchise quarterback Chicago has sought for decades.
NFL Draft Latest: Caleb Williams to Bears, record six QBs taken in first 12 picks
Read full article: NFL Draft Latest: Caleb Williams to Bears, record six QBs taken in first 12 picksThe Chicago Bears picked USC quarterback Caleb Williams to open the 2024 NFL draft, the first of six QBs in the top 12 picks.
LSU's Jayden Daniels downplays issues with Commanders, says he'd be 'blessed' to go No. 2 overall
Read full article: LSU's Jayden Daniels downplays issues with Commanders, says he'd be 'blessed' to go No. 2 overallJayden Daniels handled the media with the same poise and command he displays in the pocket.
First-round picks could be on the trading block on Day 1 of the NFL draft
Read full article: First-round picks could be on the trading block on Day 1 of the NFL draftThe No. 1 pick in the NFL draft already has traded hands, with Carolina sending it more than a year ago to Chicago in a trade to move up to take Bryce Young first overall in 2023.
Caleb Williams holds pro day workout in front of prominent Chicago Bears contingent
Read full article: Caleb Williams holds pro day workout in front of prominent Chicago Bears contingentSouthern California quarterback Caleb Williams has gone through his pro day workout, throwing for 25 minutes in front of a large contingent of NFL coaches and executives that included Chicago Bears coach Matt Eberflus and general manager Ryan Poles.
Bears trade Justin Fields to Steelers, clear way to take a QB such as Caleb Williams with No. 1 pick
Read full article: Bears trade Justin Fields to Steelers, clear way to take a QB such as Caleb Williams with No. 1 pickThe Chicago Bears traded quarterback Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers a 2025 sixth-round draft pick that could potentially become a fourth-rounder this year in return.
Players first-round notebook: An ace at 17, Nicklaus surprises and potential No. 1 NFL draft pick
Read full article: Players first-round notebook: An ace at 17, Nicklaus surprises and potential No. 1 NFL draft pickThe first round of The Players Championship is in books. Some sights and sounds from Thursday at TPC Sawgrass.
Decisions made by Caleb Williams, Marvin Harrison Jr. could impact future NFL combines
Read full article: Decisions made by Caleb Williams, Marvin Harrison Jr. could impact future NFL combinesThe NFL's annual scouting combine has evolved from hidden gem into the league's second-biggest offseason event over the past three decades because of new twists.
USC's Moss throws Holiday Bowl-record 6 TD passes in 42-28 victory over No. 16 Louisville
Read full article: USC's Moss throws Holiday Bowl-record 6 TD passes in 42-28 victory over No. 16 LouisvilleWith Caleb Williams watching from the sideline, Miller Moss threw a Holiday Bowl-record six touchdown passes in his first college start and Southern California ended a frustrating season by beating No. 16 Louisville 42-28.
This year's Heisman finalists are an ode to college football's portal/NIL era with 3 transfer QBs
Read full article: This year's Heisman finalists are an ode to college football's portal/NIL era with 3 transfer QBsThis year’s Heisman Trophy ceremony is an ode to the new era of college sports, transformed by the transfer portal and NIL.
Jayden Daniels, the dazzling quarterback for LSU, is the AP college football player of the year
Read full article: Jayden Daniels, the dazzling quarterback for LSU, is the AP college football player of the yearLSU quarterback Jayden Daniels is The Associated Press college football player of the year.
News4JAX Super 6 boys basketball: Ribault opens 2023 season in the top spot
Read full article: News4JAX Super 6 boys basketball: Ribault opens 2023 season in the top spotThe News4JAX Super 6 boys high school basketball rankings will be published each Wednesday — except during Christmas week — through the regular season. Records are through Nov. 28.
AP Top 25: USC drops out for first time under Lincoln Riley; Oklahoma State vaults in to No. 15
Read full article: AP Top 25: USC drops out for first time under Lincoln Riley; Oklahoma State vaults in to No. 15Southern California dropped out of The Associated Press college football poll for the first time in more than two years and Oklahoma State vaulted into the rankings for the first time this year at No. 15.
Johnson runs for 256 yards, 4 TDs in No. 5 Washington's high-octane 52-42 win over No. 24 USC
Read full article: Johnson runs for 256 yards, 4 TDs in No. 5 Washington's high-octane 52-42 win over No. 24 USCNo. 5 Washington’s prolific offense kept the Huskies unbeaten with a 52-42 victory over No. 24 Southern California.
USC tumbles in the rankings as Lincoln Riley's rebuilding projects stalls with back-to-back losses
Read full article: USC tumbles in the rankings as Lincoln Riley's rebuilding projects stalls with back-to-back lossesTwo-thirds of the way through Lincoln Riley’s second season at Southern California, the Trojans’ national title chances and Caleb Williams’ hopes of a Heisman Trophy repeat are all but gone.
No. 14 Utah hits a field goal at the gun for a 34-32 victory over No. 18 Southern California
Read full article: No. 14 Utah hits a field goal at the gun for a 34-32 victory over No. 18 Southern CaliforniaCole Becker made a 38-yard field goal as time expired, and No. 14 Utah blew an 11-point lead in the fourth quarter before rallying for a thrilling 34-32 victory over No. 18 Southern California.
No. 21 Notre Dame harasses Caleb Williams and hands No. 10 USC first loss in 48-20 drubbing
Read full article: No. 21 Notre Dame harasses Caleb Williams and hands No. 10 USC first loss in 48-20 drubbingXavier Watts intercepted Caleb Williams twice and returned a fumble for a touchdown as No. 21 Notre Dame harassed the Heisman Trophy winner and handed No. 10 Southern California its first loss in a 48-20 victory.
Caleb Williams finds the end zone once more in triple OT, and No. 9 USC survives Arizona 43-41
Read full article: Caleb Williams finds the end zone once more in triple OT, and No. 9 USC survives Arizona 43-41Caleb Williams rushed for three touchdowns before running for a two-point conversion in the third overtime, and No. 9 Southern California stopped Arizona’s final attempt in a wild 43-41 victory.
NCAA moves toward implementing NIL rules with proposals for agent registry, deal disclosure
Read full article: NCAA moves toward implementing NIL rules with proposals for agent registry, deal disclosureThe NCAA took a step toward putting rules in place to regulate the way college athletes can be compensated for their fame.
Deion Sanders heaps praise on his QB son Shedeur Sanders after comeback falls short vs. No. 8 USC
Read full article: Deion Sanders heaps praise on his QB son Shedeur Sanders after comeback falls short vs. No. 8 USCThe Colorado Buffaloes were facing their second straight blowout Saturday when they fell behind eighth-ranked USC 34-7 late in the first half at Folsom Field.
Williams ties career high with 6 TD passes, No. 8 USC withstands late Colorado rally for 48-41 win
Read full article: Williams ties career high with 6 TD passes, No. 8 USC withstands late Colorado rally for 48-41 winCaleb Williams threw for 403 yards and tied a career high with six touchdown passes as No. 8 Southern California held off Colorado 48-41 after racing out to a big lead.
Deion Sanders tunes out detractors and turns the page on Colorado's lopsided loss to Oregon
Read full article: Deion Sanders tunes out detractors and turns the page on Colorado's lopsided loss to OregonDeion Sanders is turning the page on Colorado's 42-6 loss to Oregon while also tuning out his detractors.
Buffaloes hit meaty part of their schedule with swagger but minus injured two-way star Travis Hunter
Read full article: Buffaloes hit meaty part of their schedule with swagger but minus injured two-way star Travis HunterThe 19th-ranked Colorado Buffaloes enter the heart of their schedule after winning a double-overtime thriller against Colorado State in a game that stretched into early Sunday.
Caleb Williams propels No. 6 USC to a 49-point first half in a 56-10 victory over Stanford
Read full article: Caleb Williams propels No. 6 USC to a 49-point first half in a 56-10 victory over StanfordNo. 6 Southern California routed Stanford 56-10 in this century-old rivalry’s final chapter for the foreseeable future.
USC's Caleb Williams, Ohio State's Harrison Jr. and Michigan's Corum top AP preseason All-Americans
Read full article: USC's Caleb Williams, Ohio State's Harrison Jr. and Michigan's Corum top AP preseason All-AmericansHeisman Trophy winner Caleb Williams of USC, Ohio State receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. and Michigan running back Blake Corum are among the returning first-team All-Americans who were selected to The Associated Press preseason All-America team.
Ribault, Bishop Kenny eye spot in state basketball final four
Read full article: Ribault, Bishop Kenny eye spot in state basketball final fourSeven local teams are still alive in the state high school basketball playoffs. Among them, Ribault and Bishop Kenny, who will face one another at Ribault on Friday.
Tulane scores 16 late points, beats USC 46-45 in Cotton Bowl
Read full article: Tulane scores 16 late points, beats USC 46-45 in Cotton BowlTulane tight end Alex Bauman caught a 6-yard touchdown from Michael Pratt with 9 seconds left to finish off a frantic finish by the 14th-ranked Green Wave in a 46-45 win over No. 8 Southern California in the Cotton Bowl.
Heisman 2023: Maye? Harrison Jr.? Who challenges Williams?
Read full article: Heisman 2023: Maye? Harrison Jr.? Who challenges Williams?Barring some unusual circumstances, Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams will become the eighth Heisman Trophy winner since 2000 to play college football the following season.
USC’s Caleb Williams wins Heisman after leading Trojan turnaround
Read full article: USC’s Caleb Williams wins Heisman after leading Trojan turnaroundSouthern California quarterback Caleb Williams has won the Heisman Trophy to make USC the first school to take home college football’s most prestigious player of the year award eight times.
Pierce County High grad Stetson Bennett among 4 players named Heisman finalists
Read full article: Pierce County High grad Stetson Bennett among 4 players named Heisman finalistsQuarterbacks Stetson Bennett of Georgia, Max Duggan of TCU, C.J. Stroud of Ohio State and Caleb Williams of Southern California were announced as finalists for the Heisman Trophy on Monday night.
No. 4 USC falls to Utah in Pac-12 , damaging playoff hopes
Read full article: No. 4 USC falls to Utah in Pac-12 , damaging playoff hopesNo. 12 Utah pounded a limping, bloodied Caleb Williams on Friday and roared past fourth-ranked Southern California 47-24 to not only win the Pac-12 Championship, but put USC’s College Football Playoff hopes in question.
Trojan transformation: Lincoln Riley's remarkable fix at USC
Read full article: Trojan transformation: Lincoln Riley's remarkable fix at USCLincoln Riley took over Southern California’s four-win football program one year ago this week, and he said his Trojans should be competing for championships right away.
Caleb Williams propels No. 5 USC past Notre Dame 38-27
Read full article: Caleb Williams propels No. 5 USC past Notre Dame 38-27No. 5 Southern California capped its outstanding regular season under new coach Lincoln Riley by staying firmly in the College Football Playoff race with a 38-27 victory over No. 13 Notre Dame.
No. 7 USC outlasts No. 16 UCLA to reach Pac-12 title game
Read full article: No. 7 USC outlasts No. 16 UCLA to reach Pac-12 title gameCaleb Williams passed for a career-high 470 yards, Austin Jones rushed for a season-high 120 yards and seventh-ranked Southern California clinched a spot on the Pac-12 Championship game with a 48-45 victory over No. 16 UCLA.
Rising scores on 2-pointer, No. 20 Utah tops No. 7 USC 43-42
Read full article: Rising scores on 2-pointer, No. 20 Utah tops No. 7 USC 43-42Cameron Rising threw for 415 yards, ran for three touchdowns and scampered up the middle for a go-ahead two-point conversion with 48 seconds left in No. 20 Utah’s 43-42 victory over No. 7 Southern California on Saturday night.