Minneapolis, MN

The Minnesota Vikings seemed to have their quarterback depth chart set earlier this week with Sam Darnold leading the way as the starter followed by backup Nick Mullens and Jaren Hall behind him. But it seems like the team has decided to bring in another veteran quarterback and make changes to their roster.

Vikings sign veteran quarterback

Denver, CO

USA TODAY Sports Media Group

August was a trying month for safety Caden Sterns. The 24-year-old safety was waived by the Denver Broncos on Aug. 5 after the team failed to find a trade partner for him. Thus ended a three-year run in Denver that included 28 games missed due to injury in a two-year span.

What became of ex-Broncos safety Caden Sterns during NFL roster cuts?

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted just about every person and every business in the U.S., including the National Football League. Games were delayed, players and coaches caught the coronavirus, attendance was restricted, and Kendall Hinton was forced to play quarterback. It was a difficult time in the NFL, but it did result in some rule improvements.

Sean Payton explains how COVID-19 helped NFL players

It is now past 1 p.m. PST on August 27th, meaning that final roster cuts have been made. What started this offseason as a 90-man roster has been narrowed down to 53 league-wide. While some players might not stick to some teams, it doesn’t mean they can’t with another. While the hype around the Chargers has been picking up some steam in the past couple of weeks, below are some players who could propel the Chargers this upcoming season.

What player, or players, could benefit the Chargers?

Houston, TX

The Associated Press

EXPECTATIONS: The Texans made a remarkable turnaround last season with first-year coach DeMeco Ryans and rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud to go from worst to first in the AFC South. They spent the offseason upgrading their roster by adding star receiver Stefon Diggs, running back Joe Mixon and pass rusher Danielle Hunter raising hopes that this could be their year. The team should be improved thanks to the new additions and the continued development of last year’s AP Offensive Player of the Year Stroud and defensive end Will Anderson Jr., who won the defensive rookie honor. They are expected to win...

Return of Stroud, addition of Diggs vaults Houston Texans into Super Bowl contention

Los Angeles, CA

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

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Angry Aurorans and Denverites on social media poked fun at the news media Friday as more information came out about Venezuelan gangs on the Front Range. Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman posted on Facebook that the city will use court orders to shut down additional apartment complexes that have been infiltrated by the gangs. It seemed to contradict comments made by Gov. Jared Polis, who said the gang problem was a figment of Aurora council member Danielle Jurinsky’s imagination.

Migrant gang crisis underrated: Denver media criticized

Los Angeles County, CA

It's been 33 years since the handsome actor and Emmy award-winning TV game show host Bert Convy died of a brain tumor at 57 in 1991. This is his story. Bert Convy was born July 23, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri. His father was in the shoe business, while his parents separated when he was just seven years old. His mother moved the family to California in the San Fernando Valley, where Convy attended North Hollywood High and was named the "class clown."

In Memory of Actor/Game Show Host Bert Convy: 33 Years After His Tragic Death From Brain Cancer

Colorado State

The driver of a bakery goods truck who Denver police crashed into head-first will receive a $350,000 payday from the city. The settlement to Christopher Cordova appears on the consent agenda of Monday’s City Council meeting. Items are the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote. However, council members Shontel Lewis and Sarah Parady regularly call out the settlements to draw attention to them.

Bakery truck driver latest to receive a Denver police payout

Migrants enrolled in the Denver Asylum Seekers Program won’t get cash benefits after all. The council amended a contract with Haven for Hope during the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee meeting Wednesday. Instead of Haven of Hope providing migrants with cash assistance on debit cards, it will instead provide “culturally appropriate” food, if the change is approved by the full council.

Denver may revoke cash assistance for migrants

Another week, another slate of amazing fights inside the Apex Center. In case you missed this week three of DWCS, one of the best fights in the history of the Contender Series took place. With four fighters receiving contracts and one getting one at a later date, it was another great Tuesday night. Now, let’s check out this week’s contract winners.

DWCS Week 3 Contract Winners

Arizona State

Welcome to our newest article series on Back Sports Page, “HollyWood’s NCAA Top 25.” Previously done by Chris Page, this series details the top 25 teams in the NCAA every week as ranked by me with other BSP members. With 0 week now behind us it’s time...

HollyWood’s NCAA Top 25 – Week 1

Green Bay, WI

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Joe Heller was the editorial cartoonist for the Green Bay Press-Gazette in Green Bay, Wis., from 1985 until being laid off in July 2013. He still draws several cartoons a week and distributes them through his own syndicate. Through Heller Syndication, his cartoons regularly appear in more than 400 newspapers, making him the most successful self-syndicated editorial cartoonist in the nation. His cartoons are reprinted many times in USA Today, Denver Post, St. Paul Pioneer Press, The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, Newsweek Japan, The Week and The Washington Post. Joe’s cartoons have won numerous distinctions, including 10 Best of Gannett awards, eight Milwaukee Press Club awards and two Honorable mentions for the John Fischetti Award. He lives in Green Bay with his wife, Pamela. He is a regular featured cartoonist for the NKyTribune .

Joe Heller: Cartoonist views Olympics, court limits, last supper, eye-for-eye, orange/black

A freelance journalist who police shot with rubber bullets during the George Floyd protests in the summer of 2020 will receive a $437,500 payday. The payoff appears on the City Council consent calendar for Monday. Items on the consent calendar are considered routine and generally pass in a block vote.

Journalist who Denver police shot with rubber bullets rakes in $437,500

Sports Feen

Head coach Jerod Mayo of the New England Patriots said yesterday that he would announce the starting quarterback today. And he is a man of his word. The Patriots named their starting quarterback; and there is some other pertinent QB news to get to as well. So let's dive in now. Jacoby Brissett will be the starting quarterback over rookie Drake May. But that seemed to be the plan all along when they brought Brissett on board as a free agent in March. According to Mayo there is no need to rush Maye onto the field but to bring him along slowly.

Patriots Named Their Starting Quarterback and Other QB News from Taylor Heinicke to DeShaun Watson

Kansas City, MO

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We're in the heart of the dog days of summer, but we don't need to be. Flip the switch by bringing home one of these great kitties and make them the cat days of summer. All of these guys and gals are available to adopt right now from local Kansas City animal shelters. Just click on their individual links.

Five cool cats for a hot August

Sporting News

There has been plenty of movement across the National Football League this week after team's had to cut down rosters.

Ex-Packers quarterback lands in AFC East after getting cut by Texans

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

Total Apex Sports & Entertainment

The Los Angeles Lakers are setting their sights on NBA superstar Luka Doncic, who currently plays for the Dallas Mavericks as a point guard and shooting guard. Doncic’s nickname is “Luka Magic” due to his flair for the dramatic and his nearly no weaknesses on the court. The 25-year-old has been a member of the Mavericks since 2018 after being drafted with the third overall pick out of Real Madrid in Madrid, Spain. Here’s what you need to know.

Los Angeles Lakers Setting Sights On NBA Superstar

Dallas, TX

Sportsnaut

The Dallas Cowboys came under fire this summer for dragging out contract extension talks with CeeDee Lamb and Micah Parsons.

Dallas Cowboys labeled one of most unstable NFL franchises, Jerry Jones called out by agents

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Favorite Five NFL Players of 2024

Image – NFL.com. Raheem Mostert is, and has been, in my top five favorite players for a few years. He came to Miami in 2023 after...

Favorite Five NFL Players of 2024

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