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No. 2 Ohio State stumbles at Purdue, gets blown out 49-20
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) Jeff Brohm decided to go for it against No. 2 Ohio State on Saturday. The Buckeyes buckled under the pressure. D.J. Knox ran for 128 yards and three touchdowns, David Blough threw for
No. 2 Buckeyes still seeking improvement on trip to Purdue
Jeff Brohm sees all sorts of challenges in No. 2 Ohio State. Purdue’s coach knows the Buckeyes are big and strong, capable of scoring dozens of points and of making life miserable for opponents. Urban Meyer views
No. 2 Ohio State travels to Purdue
Second-ranked Ohio State knew that injured defensive end Nick Bosa would not be available for Saturday night’s Big Ten game at Purdue, but the Buckeyes can now forget about the All-American returning at any point this season
Nick Bosa to withdraw from Ohio State
The Ohio State football program announced on Tuesday that All-American defensive lineman Nick Bosa intends to withdraw from school so he can focus on his rehabilitation and train for the NFL Draft. Urban Meyer released this statement
Injured Bosa leaves Ohio State to prep for pro career
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) Injured defensive end Nick Bosa has decided to leave to school to focus on getting ready for the NFL draft in the spring, Ohio State said Tuesday. The junior All-American from Fort Lauderdale, Florida,
Some starters returning to banged-up Ohio State defense
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) No. 2 Ohio State expects to get back a couple of starters on a banged-up defense that has shown a weakness for giving up big plays all season. Despite their 30-14 victory over Minnesota
No. 3 Ohio State holds off persistent Minnesota 30-14
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) All of No. 3 Ohio State’s strengths and weaknesses were on full display in a win over persistent Minnesota. Dwayne Haskins and the passing game continue to be tip-top. Ohio State’s receivers get open
No. 3 Ohio State hopes to get defense to match at level of offense vs. Minnesota
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State’s offense is humming. Its defense is still a work in progress. When the third-ranked Buckeyes (6-0, 3-0 Big Ten) play Minnesota (3-2, 0-2) on Saturday (noon, FS1) in Ohio Stadium, they’ll be
Urban cites lack of balance on offense, pass defense as team weaknesses
Ohio State head coach met with the media on Monday to field questions about his football team after a 49-26 win over Indiana that the Buckeyes didn’t control until late in the game. Dwayne Haskins was his
No. 3 Ohio State's defensive lapses making Meyer anxious
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) Another flurry of pretty touchdown passes by Dwayne Haskins overshadowed No. 3 Ohio State’s defensive lapses. The state of the defense is causing anxiety for Buckeyes coach Urban Meyer, who said Ohio State needs
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Blue Jackets
Kane, Crawford lead Blackhawks to 4-1 win over Blue Jackets
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) In just his second game back after a nearly 10-month absence, Corey Crawford showed he is already in top form. Crawford stopped 37 shots to get his first win since late December, and Patrick
Duclair hopes to continue hot start as Bllue Jackets host Blackhawks
The Columbus Blue Jackets’ offseason move that received the most attention was the addition of center Riley Nash. Not much attention was paid to the acquisition of Anthony Duclair. But Duclair is making people stand up and
Atkinson scores twice to power Blue Jackets past Flyers 6-3
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) The Columbus Blue Jackets had four days to stew after being pounded by Tampa Bay on the road last weekend. In the first period against Philadelphia on Thursday night, they didn’t look much better.
Flyers, Jackets aim to find footing
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Two teams trying to find their footing in the first month of the season meet Thursday night when the Philadelphia Flyers face the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. The Flyers (3-3-0) blew a
Hockey and Hounds: Torts defends Bob’s play, Jones nearing a return
The head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets had his weekly visit with Carpenter and Rothman on 97.1 The Fan Wednesday for his Hockey and Hounds segment to assess the team’s play overall this season and the
Lightning stop scoring drought, beat Blue Jackets 8-2
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) The Tampa Bay Lightning found their offense, and in a big way. Victor Hedman, Cedric Paquette and Yanni Gourde had first-period goals, and the Lightning beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 8-2 Saturday night. Brayden
Lightning could use win vs. Blue Jackets to calm critics
TAMPA, Fla. — Just two games in to the season, Stanley Cup favorite Tampa Bay is already under scrutiny as the Lightning head into Saturday’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The Lightning, who have endured an
Atkinson's late goal sends Blue Jackets past Panthers 5-4
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) The Columbus Blue Jackets overcame a shaky second period, scoring twice in the third and spoiling the home opener for the Florida Panthers. Cam Atkinson’s goal with 2:46 left lifted the Blue Jackets to
Panthers gear up with Jackets in town
The Florida Panthers are off to a slow start this season — but not because they have played poorly. Florida will play its home opener on Thursday night against the Columbus Blue Jackets. While many other NHL
Foligno scores twice as Blue Jackets beat Avalanche 5-2
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) Coach John Tortorella thought the Columbus Blue Jackets had run out of energy after taking a 2-0 lead in the first period and then allowing Colorado to climb back in the second to tie
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Bowlen's daughter hopes to run Broncos
DENVER (AP) Brittany Bowlen , one of Pat Bowlen’s seven children, said Saturday night she’s hoping to one day succeed her father as principal owner of the Denver Broncos. It was the first public declaration of her
Falcons DT Jarrett to return vs. Giants
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) Falcons coach Dan Quinn says defensive tackle Grady Jarrett has been cleared to play after an ankle injury sidelined him for two games. Jarrett, the team’s best interior lineman, will start Monday night
49ers promote DB Powell, waive QB Savage
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) The San Francisco 49ers have promoted defensive back Tyvis Powell from the practice squad to the active roster and waived quarterback Tom Savage. The move Saturday makes Powell available to play Sunday against
Jets release WR Pryor, sign WR Burnett
NEW YORK (AP) The New York Jets have released wide receiver Terrelle Pryor, who is dealing with a groin injury. The team also announced Saturday it has signed wide receiver Deontay Burnett from the practice squad to
Bills rookie WR McCloud out vs. Colts
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) Buffalo Bills rookie receiver Ray-Ray McCloud has been ruled out for Sunday’s game at Indianapolis for a “non-injury reason.” The Bills did not elaborate in announcing McCloud did not travel Saturday. McCloud’s absence
Chargers' Gordon questionable vs. Titans
LONDON (AP) Los Angeles Chargers running back Melvin Gordon has been downgraded to questionable for Sunday’s game against the Tennessee Titans because of a hamstring injury. Gordon is third in the NFL and leads the AFC with
LT Solder hoping to help Giants win
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) Nate Solder knows the Giants haven’t played up to expectations this year, and it’s on him to be part of the solution. The left tackle signed a four-year, $62 million contract in March
Saints hope WR Ginn returns this season
METAIRIE, La. (AP) Saints coach Sean Payton says there is a “very realistic” possibility of injured receiver Ted Ginn Jr. playing again this season. Meanwhile, New Orleans has ruled out left guard Andrus Peat and listed right
Eagles RB Sproles to remain sidelined
PHILADELPHIA (AP) Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles will miss his sixth straight game because of a hamstring injury, and cornerback Sidney Jones and safety Corey Graham are also out for Sunday’s game against Carolina. Linebackers D.J.
Jets likely down 3 starters in secondary
FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) The New York Jets’ secondary will be short-handed against Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings. Cornerback Buster Skrine and safety Marcus Maye are out for the game Sunday, and cornerback Trumaine Johnson is
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Bengals' Burfict fined $112,000 for 2 hits against Steelers
NEW YORK (AP) The NFL has been fined Bengals linebacker Vontaze Burfict $112,000 for multiple unnecessary roughness penalties in Cincinnati’s loss to Pittsburgh last Sunday. The third-quarter plays involved Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown and running back
Bengals, Chiefs could be missing key players to injuries
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) The Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs could be without several starters on their already porous defenses when they meet Sunday night at Arrowhead Stadium. The Bengals ruled out first-round pick Darqueze Dennard,
Bengals' banged-up D gets high-flying Chiefs in prime time
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) Marvin Lewis flipped on tape of the Kansas City Chiefs this week and saw Tyreek Hill moving all over the field, Kareem Hunt bulldozing for first downs, Travis Kelce making acrobatic catches, and
Bengals add CB Russell with secondary depleted by injuries
CINCINNATI (AP) With their secondary depleted by injuries, the Bengals signed cornerback KeiVarae Russell off the practice squad Thursday for an upcoming game in Kansas City. Russell was the Chiefs’ third-round pick in 2016. He’s played in
Bengals prepare to go up against Chiefs, Mahomes
After Cincinnati’s defense was unable to stop Ben Roethlisberger and the Pittsburgh Steelers at crunch time last week, the Bengals expect a similar test on Sunday night when they travel to Kansas City for a prime-time matchup
Bengals' defense tries to pick itself up vs Chiefs' offense
CINCINNATI (AP) Ben Roethlisberger threw the ball 46 times and got hit only once. When the Bengals’ defense went with an all-out blitz in the closing seconds to try to get a hand on him, Big Ben
Blitzburghed: Bengals pick up pieces after another late loss
CINCINNATI (AP) The Bengals’ depleted defense went with an all-out blitz, hoping to push the Steelers out of field goal range. Instead, Ben Roethlisberger threw a short pass that Antonio Brown turned into a 31-yard touchdown with
Same ending: Steelers stun Bengals 28-21 on AB's late TD
CINCINNATI (AP) Joe Mixon scored on a 4-yard run and dashed toward the stands in celebration of Cincinnati’s go-ahead touchdown. On the Steelers sideline, Ben Roethlisberger looked at the clock, saw there was 1:18 left, and told
Again! Bengals watch Steelers rally in last minute for a win
CINCINNATI (AP) Fans in the upper deck at Paul Brown Stadium hung a banner that read: “Make Them Respect Us.” Instead, the Steelers broke their hearts in the last minute all over again. The Bengals let yet
Antonio Brown's late TD sends Steelers over Bengals 28-21
CINCINNATI (AP) Ben Roethlisberger saw the defensive alignment and knew immediately that the Pittsburgh Steelers had a chance for a winning touchdown. All he had to do was get the ball to Antonio Brown right away. Brown
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Browns
Dick Modzelewski, star tackle for Giants, dies at 87
Dick Modzelewski, a star defensive tackle who appeared in eight NFL titles game with the New York Giants and Cleveland Browns during the 1950s and `60s, has died. He was 87. He died Friday at his home
Jaguars acquire RB Hyde from Browns in trade for draft pick
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) The Jacksonville Jaguars traded for Cleveland running back Carlos Hyde on Friday, adding a proven starter while Leonard Fournette progresses slowly from a strained right hamstring. The Browns (2-3-1) will get a 2019 fifth-round
Browns' Garrett complains about officiating after bad calls
BEREA, Ohio (AP) Browns defensive end Myles Garrett flagged NFL officials, saying he’s tired of bad calls going against Cleveland. Garrett spoke out on Friday and said he doesn’t care if he gets fined by the league
Struggling Buccaneers D braces for Mayfield-led Browns
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) There was a time when teams with defensive woes similar to those of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers could count on the Cleveland Browns for relief. Not anymore. A little over a month into the
Browns starting CB Gaines to miss game with concussion
BEREA, Ohio (AP) Browns starting cornerback E.J. Gaines has a concussion and will miss Sunday’s game at Tampa Bay. Gaines practiced on Wednesday, but didn’t show any symptoms until Thursday and was placed in league protocol. Coach
Browns seek to rebound against reeling Bucs
The Cleveland Browns, after taking a 38-14 head slap delivered by the Los Angeles Chargers, have reached a crossroad in their first full season with general manager John Dorsey in charge. The Browns take a 2-3-1 record
Browns' Mayfield ready to get past 'worst loss' of career
BEREA, Ohio (AP) Baker Mayfield bravely stood in the pocket last week, held the ball – sometimes for too long – and took some punishing shots from the Los Angeles Chargers. He hasn’t recovered. Physically, he’s fine.
Chargers relaxing in Cleveland on their way to London
CLEVELAND (AP) The Los Angeles Chargers woke up to overcast skies, brisk temperatures and light rain falling outside their downtown hotel. It was far from a picturesque Monday in Cleveland, but wide receiver Tyrell Williams found beauty
Ugly sight: Browns' lopsided loss an 'eye opener' for team
BEREA, Ohio (AP) The Browns have endured all types of losses over the past few seasons. They’ve been painful, lopsided, comical, heartbreaking, head-scratching and last-second. Jarvis Landry described Sunday’s defeat differently. “An eye-opener,” the receiver said.
Browns' Schobert to miss time with hamstring injury
BEREA, Ohio (AP) Browns Pro Bowl linebacker Joe Schobert is expected to miss some games with a hamstring injury. Schobert got hurt in the third quarter of Sunday’s 38-14 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. Coach Hue
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Cavs
Cavs play Hawks in first home game of post-James era
Two games into the second post-LeBron James era, a trend is developing for the Cleveland Cavaliers. And it is not a good one, especially in the opening half as the Cavaliers fell behind by double digits, mounted
Butler leads T-wolves with 33 points in 131-123 win vs. Cavs
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) Jimmy Butler’s trade request last month instantly turned him from fan favorite to scorned superstar in Minnesota. With some hustle steals and highlight-reel baskets, he quickly had the crowd at the home opener on his
Butlers' Wolves host Cavs in home opener
Jimmy Butler may get his desire to be traded fulfilled at some point this season and the awkwardness of the situation has created some uncomfortable moments for a team he helped reached the playoffs for the first
Newcomer Leonard scores 24 as Raptors beat Cavaliers 116-104
TORONTO (AP) Kawhi Leonard helped the Toronto Raptors extend their success in season-opening games. Leonard had 24 points and 12 rebounds in his Toronto debut, Kyle Lowry scored 27 points and the Raptors beat the Cleveland Cavaliers
Raptors host Cavaliers in matchup of new-look clubs
TORONTO — The Toronto Raptors and Cleveland Cavaliers have become familiar foes in the Eastern Conference, in the regular season and the playoffs. Fittingly, they will open the season Wednesday night in Toronto, however with different looks.
Nance Jr. staying home with Cavs, signs 4-year extension
CLEVELAND (AP) Larry Nance Jr. looked out at the crowd gathered in the gym and knew he made the right choice. He’s staying home. “I’m one of you guys,” he said. “I really am. I’m a Cleveland
Stress test: High-wire Cavaliers still alive in NBA Finals
CLEVELAND (AP) Go ahead, back them into a corner. Call them names. Write them off. The Cavaliers don’t care. For the fourth time in two years, Cleveland fought off elimination in the NBA Finals by winning just
Warriors seem capable of anything _ except another collapse
CLEVELAND (AP) The possibilities seem endless for the Golden State Warriors when they are rolling. A 150-point game isn’t even out of reach. “I mean, we could have gotten at least 140 the other night if we
Warriors-Cavaliers Preview
CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers find themselves in the same place through two games in the NBA Finals they were at this point last season. Blown out in Games 1 and 2 by the Golden State Warriors,
ABC is off and running with NBA Finals
NEW YORK (AP) The NBA Finals is off and running with its best ratings through two games since the Chicago Bulls’ last championship in 1998. Now ABC has to hope the Cleveland Cavaliers can make it competitive.
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Ohio State basketball team set for trip to Spain next month
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) Ohio State’s basketball team is going to Spain. The Buckeyes leave Aug. 1 for a 10-day trip that will include exhibition games in Madrid, Valencia and Barcelona. They’ll also get time to experience the
Keita Bates-Diop goes #48 in NBA Draft
Former Ohio State Forward Keita Bates-Diop had an anxious night in Brooklyn on Thursday night. Keita Bates-Diop was surely wanting to hear his name called earlier in the night, but he had to wait well in to
Buckeyes Draw a Five Seed in NCAA Tournament
The Ohio State Basketball program awaited their fate on Sunday afternoon for the NCAA Tournament. Although not on the bubble and certifiably in the field of 68 it still took Ohio State awhile in to the selection
Chris Holtmann, KBD receive B1G Awards
|By: Brandon Beam| Ohio State’s surprising regular season in the Big Ten was capped off on Monday night when Chris Holtmann was named the conference’s Coach of the Year. Chris Holtmann had previously won his conference’s coach
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Penn State takes down #13 Ohio State at the buzzer 82-79
|By Brandon Beam| It was an up and down night for the No. 13 ranked team in the country at the Schottenstein Center on Thursday night. Penn State came out firing with an all world performance from
Michigan State: Video and Audio
How will the Buckeyes bounce back from their loss to Iowa? Players and coaches weighed in on that, and shared their thoughts on the upcoming game against Michigan State that will give the winner the inside track
Iowa Week: Video and Audio
Third ranked Ohio State plays a road game against Iowa this Saturday on 97.1 The Fan. So check out what players and coaches said during the team’s media availabilities this week. Also, hear from Buckeye men’s basketball
Holtmann Holds Court At His First Big Ten Media Day
Photo Courtesy: 97.1 The Fan / Photo: Chris Holtmann at practice | BY: LORI SCHMIDT | For the first time in more than a decade, when the Ohio State men’s basketball coach took the podium at Big
Maryland Week: Video and Audio
Here are the highlights from this week’s media availabilities with the Ohio State football team. The Buckeyes are preparing for Saturday’s home game against Maryland, which will air on 97.1 The Fan. Also included this week, highlights