Matt Cardona has a great idea for the next WWE 2K game that involves getting fired

During a new interview, WWE star Matt Cardona revealed a brilliant and hilarious idea for the company’s next 2K game.

One of the best products that wrestling companies create from their television content is video games. It allows dedicated supporters of the industry to become punters and live out the matches of their dreams. Another fun element of wrestling games is the career mode.

If you can’t be a wrestler in real life, WWE fans can make it and make the journey to becoming a main event WWE Superstar. Over the past few decades, the company’s game creators have made a lot of fun additions to the career mode. Well, Cardona has a great idea for WWE 2K7 that mirrors the stories of several popular current stars.

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“Man, I think there should be a way where you get fired, then you go and toil on the indies for five years and come back. I’m serious,” he told Sproff. “You go, and you wrestle in all these dirty places. Then you go to Japan. Then you wrestle out at some fair, and then you come back to WWE.”

Cardona is the latest WWE one-time star to be fired and then become a star on the independent scene only to return to the world’s No. 1 company. Current WWE Undisputed Champion Cody Rhodes did something similar from 2016 to 2022 after leaving the company. Before him, Drew McIntyre had prepared a blueprint to return to WWE by becoming a top indie star from 2014 to 2017.

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Only willing to pay €15-20m for Brighton’s Matt O’Reilly, according to Contact

brighton and hove albion Midfielder Matt O’Reilly is on Borussia Dortmund’s summer transfer list as they plan to make additional changes in key areas.

Sky Sports Germany report The 25-year-old is also on the list of possible names for Dortmund this summer.

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The website reports that Borussia Dortmund are looking to strengthen their squad in areas they consider important as soon as possible this summer.

Creative, attacking play is the top priority to replace Julian Brandt. But a playmaker in the defensive midfield would also be a welcome addition. One is expected to arrive at some point this summer.

Although the budget is tighter than the German side expected, Dortmund believe they will have the funds to make a deal. New sporting director Ole Book is already ‘working intensively’ behind the scenes on the new transfers.

O’Reilly is one name on this list. Manager Niko Kovac is believed to find the central midfielder ‘interesting’. And so, Bucs have inquired about the terms of a potential deal with Brighton.

He is supported by the club’s scouting department. He also finds the 25-year-old Danish international ‘interesting’.

€15-20m required

At this time, Dortmund believe any deal would cost between €15-20m. The likes of Transfermarkt value the late midfielder. But Brighton paid €29.5m for him in 2024, so will certainly be pushing for a sum closer to that figure.

It has been unclear what their intentions are with Matt O’Reilly this summer. He returned to the club in February after a loan spell at Marseille and has made only six appearances in the Premier League this season.

In fact, he has sat on the bench as an unused substitute in his last three matches. In fact, he has spent a grand total of 25 minutes since returning from France.

This suggests he is not in Brighton’s plans to move forward and a deal has to be made for Dortmund if they move.

#pay #1520m #Brightons #Matt #OReilly #Contact

馬特·巴恩斯 (Matt Barnes) 的維克多·文班亞馬 (Victor Wembanyama) MVP 得主將受到關注

聖安東尼奧馬刺隊球星維克多溫班亞馬 (Victor Wembanyama) 已打滿 65 場比賽,有資格獲得年度最佳防守球員 (DPOY) 和最有價值球員 (MVP) 等某些季末獎項,毫無疑問,他是這兩項獎項的有力爭奪者。由於溫班亞馬也希望帶領馬刺隊進入季後賽,馬特巴恩斯將會了解他與其他 MVP 候選人的區別。

當談到MVP的球員時,主要候選人是俄克拉荷馬雷霆隊的謝伊·吉爾吉斯-亞歷山大、丹佛金塊隊的尼古拉·約基奇,還有洛杉磯湖人隊的盧卡·東契奇,但他沒有達到最低比賽資格。

儘管如此,東契奇還是度過了一個偉大的賽季,溫巴尼亞馬的名字也牢牢地躋身於其他候選人之列,但巴恩斯認為,這位聖安東尼奧大個子除了令人印象深刻的進攻數據之外,還帶來了「防守影響力」。

巴恩斯會與凱文·加內特談論這個話題,他說他認為溫班亞馬會像 1988 年的邁克爾·喬丹一樣,同時贏得 MVP 和 DPOY。上一次發生這種情況是在 2019-20 賽季的揚尼斯·阿德托昆博身上。

「我想指出一個人,但我不認識,」巴恩斯說。 「顯然,他在討論中,但這是24歲和11歲的溫比,還有防守影響。你可以談論SGA,你可以談論盧卡,令人難以置信,但他們沒有防守影響。我認為溫比將是下一個做喬丹在88或8988賽季所做的事情的人……年度最佳防守球員和MVP。」

馬刺隊的維克多·溫班亞馬 (Victor Wembanyama) 爭奪 MVP 和 DPOY

從維巴尼亞馬的數據來看,他場均貢獻25分、11.5個籃板、3.1次助攻和3.1次蓋帽,投籃命中率為51.2%。由於他是 DPOY 的熱門人選,因此他確實有 MVP 的競爭,因為之前列出的其他名字,如吉爾傑斯-亞歷山大和約基奇,從一開始就一直在爭奪。

為了讓溫巴尼亞馬至少參加 65 場比賽,他在周五馬刺隊以 139-120 戰勝達拉斯小牛隊的比賽中,23 投 14 中得到 40 分,並貢獻 13 個籃板、5 次助攻和 2 次蓋帽。

聖安東尼奧馬刺隊球星維克多溫班亞馬 (Victor Wembanyama) 已打滿 65 場比賽,有資格獲得年度最佳防守球員 (DPOY) 和最有價值球員 (MVP) 等某些季末獎項,毫無疑問,他是這兩項獎項的有力爭奪者。由於溫班亞馬也希望帶領馬刺隊進入季後賽,馬特巴恩斯將會了解他與其他 MVP 候選人的區別。


#馬特巴恩斯 #Matt #Barnes #的維克多文班亞馬 #Victor #Wembanyama #MVP #得主將受到關注

顶级执行官在马特·卡多纳 (Matt Cardona) 回归 WWE 中发挥了重要作用,但这并不是 Triple H

马特·卡多纳 (Matt Cardona) 重返 WWE 的道路显然始于他的妻子切尔西·格林 (Chelsea Green) 与 WWE 总裁尼克·汗 (Nick Khan) 的一次谈话。

在科迪·罗兹的新一集“你想谈什么?”中发表讲话在播客中,卡多纳详细介绍了导致他今年重返公司的一系列事件,追溯到他于 2025 年 10 月作为 TNA 入侵故事情节的一部分出现在 NXT 中。

“所以我在 TNA 工作,但严格来说并没有签订合同。TNA 入侵了 NXT,他们要求我加入。我知道我没有签订合同,但我想,我要溜进去。当然,我会这么做,”卡多纳说。 “我这样做,就导致了一场比赛。我猜切尔西正在为沙特阿拉伯的 Rumble 做媒体报道。尼克·汗也在场。她对尼克说,‘你在 NXT 上看到我丈夫摔跤了吗?’

“尼克说了这样的话,‘我一直想见见你的丈夫,和你的丈夫谈谈,给他我的电话号码。’”她给了我尼克·汗的电话号码;你知道我会立即发短信,”他补充道。 “然后尼克就打电话给我,说,‘你想要什么?’我说:“我想回来。”球就从那里开始滚动。”

卡多纳承认,在最初的谈话之后,过程中出现了一些障碍,但他明确表示,汗对重新联系的开放态度是使回归成为可能的关键因素。在正式重新签约并加入 SmackDown 名单之前,他还参加了 2025 年的 Last Time is Now 锦标赛。

此次回归为卡多纳 2020 年 WWE 发行开始的一章画上句号,此后他在独立赛道上广泛重建了自己的职业生涯。如今回到公司,卡多纳并没有降低自己的野心。他明确表示,赢得 WWE 冠军仍然是他职业生涯的决定性目标。

“我的意思是,如果我说我不想成为 WWE 冠军,那我就是在撒谎。这就是头衔。我认为你和我很相似,”他告诉罗兹。 “我们不只是想成为摔跤手,我们不只是想成为 WWE 超级巨星——我们想成为 WWE 冠军。那么,为什么不为之奋斗呢?这就是我从小就设定的目标。”

#顶级执行官在马特卡多纳 #Matt #Cardona #回归 #WWE #中发挥了重要作用但这并不是 #Triple

頂級執行長在 Matt Cardona 回歸 WWE 中發揮了重要作用,但這並不是 Triple H

馬特卡多納 (Matt Cardona) 重返 WWE 的道路顯然始於他的妻子切爾西格林 (Chelsea Green) 與 WWE 總裁尼克汗 (Nick Khan) 的一次談話。

在科迪羅茲的新一集“你想談什麼?”中發表講話在播客中,卡多納詳細介紹了導致他今年重返公司的一系列事件,追溯到他於 2025 年 10 月作為 TNA 入侵故事情節的一部分出現在 NXT 中。

「所以我在 TNA 工作,但嚴格來說並沒有簽訂合同。TNA 入侵了 NXT,他們要求我加入。我知道我沒有簽訂合同,但我想,我要溜進去。當然,我會這麼做,」卡多納說。 「我這樣做,就導致了一場比賽。我猜切爾西正在為沙烏地阿拉伯的 Rumble 做媒體報道。尼克汗也在場。她對尼克說,’你在 NXT 上看到我丈夫摔跤了嗎?’

「尼克說了這樣的話,『我一直想見見你的丈夫,和你的丈夫談談,給他我的電話號碼。』」她給了我尼克·汗的電話號碼;你知道我會立即發短信,」他補充道。「然後尼克就打電話給我,說,『你想要什麼? 』我說:「我想回來。」球就從那裡開始滾動。 」

卡多納承認,在最初的談話之後,過程中出現了一些障礙,但他明確表示,汗對重新聯繫的開放態度是使回歸成為可能的關鍵因素。在正式重新簽約並加入 SmackDown 名單之前,他還參加了 2025 年的 Last Time is Now 錦標賽。

這次回歸為卡多納 2020 年 WWE 發行開始的一章畫上句號,此後他在獨立賽道上廣泛重建了自己的職業生涯。如今回到公司,卡多納並沒有降低自己的野心。他明確表示,贏得 WWE 冠軍仍然是他職業生涯的決定性目標。

「我的意思是,如果我說我不想成為 WWE 冠軍,那我就是在撒謊。這就是頭銜。我認為你和我很相似,」他告訴羅茲。 「我們不只是想成為摔角手,我們不只是想成為 WWE 超級巨星——我們想成為 WWE 冠軍。那麼,為什麼不為之奮鬥呢?這就是我從小就設定的目標。”

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2026 年夢幻棒球 ADP 上升者和下降者:馬特·麥克萊恩 (Matt McLain) 和凱文·麥格尼格爾 (Kevin McGonigle) 引人注目

距離開放日只有兩週了!春訓已經過去,選秀競爭也越來越激烈。

因此,一些玩家的 ADP 發生了巨大的變化。無論是傷病消息、角色變化、積極的教練演講還是紮實的表演賽,我們都需要知道選秀委員會正在如何變化以及原因。

以下是前 250 名精選中對 ADP 影響最大的

筆記: 所有 ADP 數據均由 NFBC 提供

MLB:紐約大都會隊對密爾瓦基釀酒人隊

2026 年夢幻棒球選秀賽季所需的一切。

⚾️ 即將推出:MLB 回歸 NBC 和 Peacock 2026 年!除了成為週日棒球之夜的獨家主場外,NBC Sports 還將轉播 MLB 週日首輪比賽、“開幕日”和勞動節黃金時段比賽、MLB 選秀第一輪、季後賽的整個外卡輪比賽等等。

ADP 立管

馬特麥克萊恩,2B 辛辛那提紅人隊

2 月 27 日 – 3 月 6 日 ADP:184
3 月 7 日 – 3 月 13 日 ADP:158

春訓資料應該持保留態度。然而,最近的起草者可能會患上痛風,因為 馬特·麥克萊恩 已經騎上了炙熱的春天選秀板

在過去的兩周里,前 200 名新秀選秀順位中沒有一個球員的漲幅比麥克萊恩的漲幅更大,截至 3 月 13 日,他現在是第九位被選中的二壘手,因為他接近前 150 名。

除了滾燙的溫泉之外,這也部分是市場的調整。麥克萊恩在二月份被公然選秀不足,排在前 200 名選秀權和前 12 名二壘手之外。

折扣很公平。上賽季,他確實是聯盟中最糟糕的擊球手之一,在盂唇手術歸來後,他的 OPS 為 0.643,在所有合格球員中排名第四。同時,他的基本數據與 2023 年 89 場比賽的突破並沒有太大不同。

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事實上,他的真正天賦可能介於這兩個賽季之間,而作為一名處於弱勢二壘位置的堅定的前十名球員,他的新選秀成本感覺很公平。

凱文·麥戈尼格爾,SS 底特律老虎隊

2 月 27 日至 3 月 6 日 ADP:
3 月 7 日至 3 月 13 日 ADP:

凱文·麥戈尼格爾 正在為成為老虎隊開幕日遊擊手提供強有力的理由。截至 3 月 13 日,他在訓練營中出場 29 次,大部分時間與大聯盟球隊一起比賽,擁有 0.304 // 0.448 // 0.609 的斜線和與三振相同的保送次數。

比小樣品生產更令人印象深刻的是 McGonigle 所進行的接觸類型。在他投入的 17 個球中,有 9 個球的擊球速度超過 100 英里/小時。最重要的是,老虎隊對陣多明尼加共和國的表演賽中發生了驚天動地的爆炸, 路易斯·塞維裡諾

根據統計,它以 110.4 英里/小時的出口速度行駛了估計 461 英尺!

麥戈尼格爾一直以其出色的擊球技術和出色的籃板紀律而聞名。這些讓他比大多數新秀都有更高的水準。我們在那裡看到的原始力量可以讓他成為明星。

但他仍然需要融入球隊。如果贏得比賽是老虎隊的第一要務,那麼麥戈尼格爾應該得到認可。他們的組織中沒有另一個遊擊手在比賽的任何方面都比他更好,包括防守。

另外,類似海盜 康納·格里芬紅雀與 JJ韋瑟霍爾特,並與 卡森·本吉, 新的 潛在客戶晉升激勵規則 將推動這些俱樂部更快地培養這些人。

任何符合 PPI 條件的球員(出現在 MLB Pipeline、Baseball America 或 ESPN 的前 100 名名單中的兩個的潛在球員)如果作為新秀累積了一整年的服務時間並贏得年度最佳新秀,則可以為他們的球隊贏得選秀權。或者,如果他們在獲得仲裁資格之前進入賽揚或 MVP 的前三名。

要獲得一整年的服役時間,球員必須在大聯盟名單上待滿 172 天。這使得他們的球隊在開幕日後大約兩週才能打電話給他們。

如果到那時被徵召,以這個選秀成本來看,麥戈尼格爾將是一個搶手貨,許多選秀者已經開始注意到這一點。如果到那時他沒有被徵召,老虎隊將收回他額外一年的服役時間,但不會讓他有資格獲得這些獎勵。

布蘭登伍德拉夫 (Brandon Woodruff),SP 密爾瓦基釀酒人隊

2 月 27 日 – 3 月 6 日 ADP:147
3 月 7 日 – 3 月 13 日 ADP:131

曾經有一個謎團籠罩著 布蘭登·伍德拉夫 整個春天。上賽季從嚴重的肩傷中恢復後,他表現出色,但現在進步緩慢,並給出了一些建議 關於不確定他是否準備好參加開幕日的不祥名言

然後,我們了解到他正在處理一個 儘管仍然有信心他可以避免 IL,但仍有這個問題。兩週過去了,他在春季首秀的兩局表現看起來很穩定,他的速度僅比上賽季低一檔。最近,他順利完成了四局模擬賽。

整個時間表仍然沒有激發人們的信心,伍德拉夫的 開放日的狀態仍有疑問 看到積極的報道推高了他的選秀成本,這是有道理的。我只是不確定我是否願意為其他投手支付這個價格,例如 瑞恩·佩皮奧特, 麥可金, 德魯·拉斯穆森, 或者 內森·埃奧瓦爾迪

格里芬·賈克斯 (Griffin Jax),RP 坦帕灣光芒隊

2 月 27 日 – 3 月 6 日 ADP:193
3 月 7 日 – 3 月 13 日 ADP:170

這是 連續第二塊 在哪裡 格里芬·賈克斯 一直是漲幅最高的人。自2月1日以來,他的ADP從217躍升至170, 就像你在上面看到的。

這第二次飛躍與最近他的牛棚搭檔的消息直接相關 埃德溫·烏塞塔 預計開季就在傷兵名單上。這為賈克斯成為他們的全職終結者掃清了道路。憑藉出色的技術和明顯的撲救路徑,賈克斯在 ADP 方面似乎仍然是一個扣籃。

但似乎還有其他事情正在發生。起草者青睞賈克斯的原因顯而易見。與此同時,上週前 200 名中漲幅最大的 15 名中有 9 名已接近尾聲。

賈克斯之後, 瑞安·沃克, 丹尼斯桑塔納, 傑夫霍夫曼, 阿布納·烏裡韋, 丹尼爾·帕倫西亞, 瑞恩·赫爾斯利, 德文威廉斯, 和 大衛貝德納 他們各自的 ADP 都上升了至少 10 位。

保存很少,高風險的選秀者意識到,如果沒有穩定的保存,就很難贏得冠軍。

ADP 下降者

亨特格林 (Hunter Greene),SP 辛辛那提紅人隊

2 月 27 日至 3 月 6 日 ADP:
3 月 7 日至 3 月 13 日 ADP:

喪鐘終於敲響 亨特·格林的 本週選秀股票的時候 證實他的肘部有骨刺 並將接受手術切除它們。值得慶幸的是,他的倫敦大學學院沒有受到任何損害,所以現在已經避免了真正的災難場景。即便如此,最好的情況是格林在六月的某個時候回來。我也不會屏住呼吸等他。

這是格林一系列傷勢中的又一例。作為職業球員,他只在一個賽季投了超過 140 局。他還 發表了一份長聲明 並談到去年他感到肘部疼痛,但他想在季後賽最激烈的比賽中與紅軍一起度過難關。

整個情況感覺有點奇怪,格林現在只能在聯盟中選秀,你可以把他藏在伊利諾伊州的位置。

其他因最近受傷消息而摔倒的人是 伊凡·埃雷拉 (膝蓋發炎), 傑里米·佩納 (手指骨折), 布蘭登洛 (下半身緊繃感)凱爾·蒂爾 (腿筋拉傷)

科爾森蒙哥馬利,SS 芝加哥白襪隊

2 月 27 日 – 3 月 6 日 ADP:218
3 月 7 日 – 3 月 13 日 ADP:238

幻想球員在選秀賽季喜歡他們閃亮的新玩具。這就是為什麼大肆宣傳像這樣的超級前景 康納·格里芬凱文·麥戈尼格爾 正在飛升的木板。由於選秀者較早對年輕球員進行了投籃,因此他們必須在以後降低風險。

這可能就是為什麼 科爾森·蒙哥馬利 是過去兩週跌幅最大的股票之一。

上賽季,他在 71 場首秀中打出 50 支全壘打、6 場戰爭的成績,擁有明星般的品質。出色的球棒速度和高速舉球和拉球的能力支持了力量的產生,他在防守上就像一個優秀的遊擊手。

另一方面,他可能會出現聯盟中最糟糕的揮桿和失誤,而且在經常吹氣的同時,他並沒有做出足夠好的揮桿決定來保持他的地板高。超過 30% 的春訓三振率無疑提醒管理者選擇蒙哥馬利的缺點。

一些構建將能夠適合在選秀 200 後可能打出 30+ 本壘打的中內野手。隨著更多令人興奮的年輕遊擊手躍過他,蒙哥馬利的低地板似乎變得更加明顯。

馬庫斯·塞米恩,2B 大都會隊

2 月 27 日 – 3 月 6 日 ADP:238
3 月 7 日 – 3 月 13 日 ADP:250

再說一遍,我們不想在春訓統計數據上投入太多精力。然而,當一個上了年紀的球員像 馬庫斯·塞米恩 已經度過了兩個低迷的賽季,並在掙扎中脫穎而出。

根據數據,他的打擊率低於 0.200,三振率接近 30%,與雙 A 比賽的情況類似 棒球參考的對手質量指數。那不太好!

這只是九場比賽,從長遠來看可能沒有任何意義,但確認偏誤是一種毒藥,這是註銷可能已經註銷的塞米恩的一個簡單理由。


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Matt Ishbia doubles down on hate with latest ‘loser’ rant

The NBA is struggling with a big problem right now in the form of tanking. The league inadvertently has rules in place that effectively encourage teams to throw games in hopes of getting a better draft selection.

At a time when the Utah Jazz and Indiana Pacers have been heavily fined by the league for violating player participation policies, Phoenix Suns owner Matt Ishbia is not saying anything about the practice.

“It’s an embarrassment, that’s totally, my point of view, tanking is a loser mentality. I’ve never been around anyone. You show me somebody who wants to lose, who thinks about losing, I’ll show you a loser, he’s a loser, that’s not my stuff,” Ishbia revealed on The Pat McAfee Show, according to a post by ClutchPoints on X.

“So I don’t like to lose, I don’t ever want to talk about losing. We try to win and the draft works, if you don’t have a good team, you get a good pick. But if you intentionally trade for players and then don’t play them, try to lose games. I think it’s bad for the NBA, I think Adam Silver knows it, organizations know it, it’s got to change. It will change.

After the 2026 All-Star break, the race to the bottom has become so transparent that NBA Commissioner Adam Silver was forced to impose massive financial fines against organizations openly throwing games.

“It’s fixable, and credit to Adam Silver. He knows it’s a problem, he’ll fix it. I believe he’ll fix it, but you can’t have teams like that…the incentives are misaligned right now,” Ishbia declared.

The Utah Jazz were fined a whopping $500,000 for benching healthy stars Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. in the fourth quarter of highly competitive games against Orlando and Miami. Shortly afterward, the Indiana Pacers were fined $100,000 for resting Pascal Siakam and two other starters in violation of the league’s player participation policy.

Ishbia’s statements indicate that at least some owners in the NBA value competition above all else, even if it proves detrimental due to NBA rules.


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Pat McAfee promised Matt Ishbia $2 million for the Slam Dunk Contest

The popularity of the NBA Slam Dunk Contest is declining, as the most famous players are refusing to compete. Not only are the most recognizable names going begging, even the best dunkers see no justification in putting themselves out there for the glory of being the league’s dunk king. The prestige that the competition once had is no longer there. But Phoenix Suns owner Matt Ishbia is on his way to doing something to try to change players’ minds.

In an appearance on the Pat McAfee Show, the Suns owner pledged $2 million to revitalize the Slam Dunk Contest.

“My take on it is how can we bring great players to it. How can we make it a great event. How can we make the fan experience phenomenal. We’re going to make it an amazing event,” Ishbia said. “Let’s do this. We can do this. Tell me what we’re doing?”

McAfee said, “You will invest one million dollars for the winner. And then donate one million dollars to the charity of their choice.”

“Done. Let’s get the best people in there. Let’s make it amazing,” Ishbia responded.

Suns owner Matt Ishbia has one last attempt to revive the NBA Slam Dunk Contest

Miami Heat forward Keshad Johnson (16) celebrates with the trophy after winning the slam dunk contest during the 2026 NBA All-Star Saturday Night at the Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Janine Kamin-Onsia-Imagen Images
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The 2026 NBA Slam Dunk Contest is considered by many to be one of the worst ever. Jackson Hayes did a warmup dunk in the actual contest. Jess Richardson risked his life. Carter Bryant tried, but he couldn’t keep up with Keshad Johnson and his bizarre dance moves.

Giving monetary incentives has certainly worked wonders in the past, although it is not at all clear whether this will give the best players a chance to compete again as they already have millions and crores in their bank accounts and will not be incentivized in any way.


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Joe Lacob on tanking Suns favor Matt Ishbia

Phoenix Suns owner Matt Ishbia recently spoke out about teams reportedly lagging in the NBA, calling it “losing behavior.” With tanking emerging as a hot topic in the league, it looks like Ishbia has at least one supporter in the form of Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob.

According to Tim Kawakami of the San Francisco Standard, while discussing the state of the Warriors this season, Lacob made it clear that his team is not making any efforts to tank. He acknowledged Ishbia’s comments and firmly declared that Golden State was not an organization that would ever come under his ownership.

“I saw another boss come out today and say [tanking]Matt Ishbia,” Lacob said. “I think, you know, it’s not in my DNA to do that, and it’s not in the DNA of this organization … it’s not a good look. This is a game. We must play to win. And that’s not a way I’ll ever be comfortable trying to make my team better.”

Joe Lacob believes in the idea that his team, along with others in the league, must perform their best for the fans who pay for tickets to watch their games and buy their merchandise. Overall, he wants to put the best product on the court, even if the club is facing some problems, like Jimmy Butler’s injury for example.

“Look, this season matters to the fans who bought tickets this year,” Lacob said. “Hopefully, they’ll be our fans next year too, obviously. I think you’ve always got to try to win and do your best. We’ve been dealt some tough cards here right now. And our expectations probably shouldn’t have been as high as they were. I thought, with Jimmy, since we got him, we had the fourth-best record in the league, I think.”

Butler has been ruled out of the remainder of the 2025-26 campaign due to an ACL injury. Once he was ruled out, the Warriors had every excuse to go all out this season. Instead, the front office traded for Kristaps Porzingis, giving the roster a huge boost in the front court that could ultimately lead to huge success if it pays off.

However, we’ll see how it goes, as the Warriors are currently without Stephen Curry due to a knee injury. Curry is expected to eventually return, but he will miss at least the next four games after missing Thursday’s 121-110 loss to the Boston Celtics.


#Joe #Lacob #tanking #Suns #favor #Matt #Ishbia

Matt Ishbia says ‘lack of attitude’ on tanking in NBA

Phoenix Suns owner Matt Ishbia added his voice to the conversation about tanking in the NBA. Ishbia issued a bold statement against the practice on his X account, citing an article by Yahoo Sports writer Tom Haberstroh.

He described the tanking tactics as “ridiculous” and said, “It’s a loser’s behavior by losers.”

“This is ridiculous! Tanking is losing behavior done by losers. Intentionally losing is something no one should be associated with. Shameful for leagues and organizations. And talking about it as a ‘strategy’ is ridiculous. If you’re a bad team, you get a good pick. It’s understandable. But intentionally tanking players and losing games on purpose is a disgrace and affects the integrity of the entire league.”

He also says it is worse than the prop betting scam, equating it to a strategically thrown game.

“This is far worse than any prop betting scandal. It’s throwing games strategically. Terrible for the fans who pay to watch and cheer on their team. And terrible for all the real teams that are competing for playoff spots.”

Ishbia’s comments are noteworthy, as he joins a growing group of NBA executives, media members and fans who believe something should be done about the practice. Ishbia’s comments, in particular, ring true, as his team is going through a renaissance after missing the playoffs last year. When Ishbia took over the Suns following the firing of Robert Sarver, he orchestrated the trade of Kevin Durant from the Brooklyn Nets to the Phoenix Suns. They then pushed for a trade that sent Chris Paul to the Wizards in exchange for Bradley Beal.

In both the Beal and Durant trades, the Suns gave up several first-round picks. Now winning is a double whammy. And even as the team’s ability to put together a Big Three with Devin Booker, Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal faltered, Ishbia and the Suns remained focused.

Rather than looking for first-round capital to strengthen and rebuild the team, the Suns built around margin, acquiring Dillon Brooks and Jalen Green from the Rockets in exchange for Kevin Durant, as well as gaining more size in the front court by trading for Mark Williams.

The Suns are now 32-23 and in seventh place in the Western Conference; They are just two games behind the Timberwolves for sixth place and three games behind the third-seeded Nuggets. Perhaps Ishbia sees the Suns’ quick roster retooling as the benchmark for rebuilding a team.

The Suns head to San Antonio to face Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs tonight at 8:30 PM Eastern.


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大二學生的成長:Jac Caglianone、Cam Smith 和 Matt Shaw 可以定義 2026 年

史密斯身高 6 英尺 3 英寸,體重 225 磅,是一位罕見的擁有精英擊球速度和頂級身體素質的運動員。 22 歲時,他的最大出口速度為 113.9 英里/小時,凸顯了他個人資料中的潛在力量。隨著他獲得識別和適應大聯盟次要投球(尤其是滑球)的經驗,他的功率輸出應該開始與他的基本指標相匹配。

最近的發展路徑——比如扎克·內託的——表明,在小聯盟經歷過的球員一旦適應了大聯盟的投球,就能在進攻方面取得重大進步。史密斯將運動能力、球棒速度和防守價值結合在一起,讓他在球棒完全擊中之前就有多種途徑影響比賽。

突破對太空人隊意味著什麼

休士頓正在最大限度地利用何塞·阿爾圖維領導的球隊的最後巔峰歲月,同時為下一個進攻核心架起一座橋樑。約丹·阿爾瓦雷斯仍然是比賽中的精英擊球手之一,而傑里米·佩納的突破讓我們看到了下一波浪潮。史密斯的發展可能決定這種轉變的無縫程度。

如果史密斯成為高於平均的常規球員,他將鞏固右外野並延長已經擁有高端人才的陣容。如果他達到了自己的上限,他就不僅僅是一個補充球員——他被定位為基石球員和潛在的仲裁前續約候選人,休斯頓歷來優先考慮這種類型,以維持長期競爭力。

對於一個有季後賽期望的太空人隊來說,史密斯的軌跡可能不僅決定了 2026 年,還決定了他們下一個競爭窗口的形狀。

亞利桑那州菲尼克斯 – 3 月 27 日:2025 年 3 月 27 日星期四在亞利桑那州鳳凰城舉行的芝加哥小熊隊和亞利桑那響尾蛇隊在蔡斯球場舉行的比賽中,芝加哥小熊隊的馬特·肖 #6 在第九局由米格爾·阿馬亞(未圖示)擊出兩支安打得分。 (克里斯·科杜托/MLB 照片來自 Getty Images 拍攝)

新秀賽季

進入 2025 年,馬特·肖 (Matt Shaw) 作為國聯年度熱門新秀的表現沒有達到預期。他的接觸技巧正如廣告中所宣傳的那樣,但他很難持續影響棒球,而且廣泛的方法削弱了存在的力量。

在擔任大學遊擊手後,肖向三壘的過渡暴露了手臂力量的限制,他的排名僅位於第 33 個百分點。

小熊隊短暫地將他送到了愛荷華州三甲聯賽,在那裡他緩和了誇張的踢腿動作,以改善時機。雖然這項調整幫助他更穩定地擊球,但整體表現對於進入前 40 名的前景來說仍然平淡無奇。蕭的新秀年最終反映出的是一名陷入角色和調整之間的球員,而不是缺乏能力的球員。

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UCLA Tennis is UNSTOPPABLE! 🎾🔥 #tennis #shorts


UCLA Tennis is UNSTOPPABLE! Why the Bruins are Dominating the Court

In the world of collegiate sports, few names carry as much weight as UCLA (University of California, Los Angeles). While the program is legendary across various disciplines, their recent form in tennis has fans and critics alike using one specific word: UNSTOPPABLE. From viral #shorts showcasing lightning-fast serves to strategic masterclasses on the court, the UCLA Bruins are setting a gold standard for tennis excellence.

The Legacy of UCLA Tennis

Tennis in India has seen a massive surge in popularity, thanks to icons like Sania Mirza and Leander Paes. For Indian students and aspiring athletes looking toward the US collegiate system, UCLA represents the pinnacle of success. With dozens of NCAA team championships and individual titles, the Bruins have consistently produced ATP and WTA-level talent.

The secret to their “unstoppable” status isn’t just talent; it’s the culture. The rigorous training environment at the Los Angeles campus creates players who are mentally resilient and physically peak-conditioned. Whether it’s singles dominance or synchronized doubles play, the UCLA strategy is built on high-intensity aggression.

Why the Buzz? The Viral #Shorts Factor

If you’ve been scrolling through YouTube or Instagram recently, you’ve likely seen the trending #tennis #shorts featuring UCLA athletes. These bite-sized clips highlight why this team is feared on the circuit:

  • Explosive Serves: Precision and power that leave opponents rooted to the spot.
  • Net Play: Incredible reflexes that turn defensive points into offensive winners.
  • Team Spirit: The electric atmosphere during home games that intimidates even the strongest rivals.

The Indian Connection: Collegiate Tennis as a Pathway

For many young Indian tennis players, the success of teams like UCLA serves as a roadmap. The US collegiate system is now considered a legitimate bridge to the professional tour. Seeing UCLA remain “unstoppable” inspires Indian juniors to aim for scholarships in the US, where they can balance world-class education with elite-level sports training.

The “Unstoppable” Mindset

What makes a team unstoppable? It is the ability to win even when they aren’t playing their best. Recent matches have shown the Bruins coming back from match points down, proving that their fitness levels and tactical awareness are miles ahead of the competition. Under expert coaching, the players utilize data-driven strategies to exploit their opponents’ weaknesses, a trend we are increasingly seeing in modern professional tennis.

Conclusion

The phrase “UCLA Tennis is UNSTOPPABLE!” is more than just a catchy title for a viral video; it is a testament to a legacy of excellence. For fans in India and around the world, watching the Bruins play is a lesson in grit, technique, and sportsmanship. As they continue to dominate the season, one thing is certain: the bar for collegiate tennis has been raised, and it is painted in Blue and Gold.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Why is UCLA tennis considered so strong?

UCLA has one of the most successful tennis programs in NCAA history, featuring world-class coaching staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and a long history of producing professional players who compete in Grand Slams.

2. Can Indian students get a tennis scholarship at UCLA?

Yes, UCLA recruits international talent. Indian players with a high UTR (Universal Tennis Rating) and strong academic records can apply for athletic scholarships to join the Bruins.

3. Who are some famous tennis players from UCLA?

Legendary players like Arthur Ashe, Jimmy Connors, and more recently, players like Mackenzie McDonald and Jennifer Brady, have spent time at UCLA before or during their professional careers.

4. How can I watch UCLA tennis highlights?

You can follow the official UCLA Athletics YouTube channel or search for trending tags like #UCLATennis and #TennisShorts on social media platforms to see their latest performances.

5. What makes their playing style “unstoppable”?

The Bruins are known for their high-pressure baseline game combined with exceptional fitness. Their ability to maintain intensity throughout long matches makes them incredibly difficult to beat.

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馬特·瑞安 (Matt Ryan) 在聘請總經理後對自由球員和 NFL 選秀中的股權表示不滿

亞特蘭大獵鷹隊週四明確了決策將如何在新領導小組的領導下運作,因此對內部結構和問責制的重視成為了明確的焦點。

獵鷹隊足球運營總裁馬特·瑞安(Matt Ryan)在聘用總經理伊恩·坎寧安(Ian Cunningham)後回答了有關權力的問題,強調人事控制權牢牢掌握在新上任的總經理手中。

亞特蘭大一月份重組了其前台辦公室,讓瑞安擔任執行職務,最近又聘請了坎寧安來監督陣容建設。隨著特許經營傳奇人物加入領導團隊,儘管組織結構仍然明確,但如何協調職責的問題很快浮出水面。

瑞安果斷地停止了這種敘述。在第 33 隊的阿里·梅洛夫 (Ari Meirov) 後來在 X(以前稱為 Twitter)上分享的一段視頻中,他在接受哥倫比亞廣播公司體育頻道採訪時強調,坎寧安 完全控制 獵鷹隊為關鍵的休賽期做準備時的自由球員和選秀決定。

“伊恩正在駕駛這艘船,他是帶領我們前進的人,”瑞安說。 “現在這是伊恩的常規賽。他在其中,他正在為我們駕駛這艘船。”

獵鷹隊新任足球運營總裁也承認他從球場到管理層的轉變,並承認選秀過程的各個方面對他來說完全陌生。

“我從來沒有參加過選秀會議。週一將是我第一次參加選秀會議。我有很多東西要學習——坐下來,觀察,成為牆上的蒼蠅。”

這個時機對於亞特蘭大來說意義重大。四分衛邁克爾·佩尼克斯 (Michael Penix Jr.) 繼續從賽季結束的膝蓋手術中恢復,獵鷹隊在小詹姆斯·皮爾斯 (James Pearce Jr.) 交易後缺少 2026 年首輪選秀權。這些現實增加了通過自由球員和後續幾輪選秀實現價值最大化的重要性。

這位前亞特蘭大信號員的評論強化了角色的明確劃分。坎寧安的任務是建立花名冊,而他之上的領導則專注於支持、指導和塑造組織的長期願景。


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馬特·瑞安 (Matt Ryan) 執導的小邁克爾·佩尼克斯 (Michael Penix Jr.) 作品揭開了蠕蟲之門

亞特蘭大獵鷹隊在 2026 年休賽期已經做出了一些重大改變。亞特蘭大聘請凱文·斯特凡斯基(Kevin Stefanski)擔任下一任主教練,並聘請前四分衛馬特·瑞安(Matt Ryan)擔任足球總裁。瑞安可能在最近的一次新聞發布會上打開了一罐蠕蟲。

瑞安週二接受媒體採訪,介紹了新任總經理伊恩·坎寧安(Ian Cunningham)。他被問到小邁克爾·佩尼克斯是否是周二球隊的首發四分衛。

他不會承諾以任何一種方式給出答案。

“我們都不是足球隊的主教練,所以我們無法回答你的問題,”瑞安說。 “……我認為,當我們開始進入這個過程並深入了解名單時——它目前的狀況、未來的發展方向——我認為這些對話將成為其中的一部分。”

瑞安還稱讚佩尼克斯付出了很多努力才從撕裂的前十字韌帶中恢復過來。

“四分衛顯然非常重要,我們對邁克以及他在康復中所做的事情感到興奮,”瑞安補充道。 “過去三週我一直在訓練場,邁克爾一直在那裡進攻,他現在處於一個很好的位置,所以我們對他所處的位置感到興奮。但當然,我們對整個名單進行了很多討論。”

Penix 制定了雄心勃勃的目標,為 2026 年常規賽的開始做好準備。

值得注意的是,Stefanski 在 1 月份的介紹性新聞發布會上對 Penix 做出了一些積極的評論。

“我認為你會在錄像中看到一名能夠完成進攻、能夠分層傳球、能夠將球推到球場各個區域的球員,”斯特凡斯基說。 “顯然,他在大學裡非常有成效,在職業生涯中度過了一些非常非常好的時刻。所以,我只看到一名年輕球員將繼續發展並繼續變得更好。”

現在,根據瑞安對佩尼克斯的評論,亞特蘭大這個休賽期可能會受到密切關注。


#馬特瑞安 #Matt #Ryan #執導的小邁克爾佩尼克斯 #Michael #Penix #作品揭開了蠕蟲之門

馬特·拉弗勒 (Matt LaFleur) 強調喬納森·甘農 (Jonathan Gannon) 在 DC 聘用後的“天才”

綠灣包裝工隊希望他們能夠在 2026 年 NFL 賽季中反彈。綠灣隊以 9 勝 7 平 1 負的戰績結束了常規賽,遭遇四連敗,但在季后賽中輸給了芝加哥隊。更糟糕的是,邁卡·帕森 (Micah Parson) 的前十字韌帶受傷使得他能否參加今年秋天第一周的比賽成為一個懸而未決的問題。

但如果說有誰能夠充分利用這種情況,那就是新任防守協調員喬納森·甘農。他將面臨接替傑夫·哈夫利的艱鉅任務,但他已經得到了主教練的信任。

包裝工隊主教練馬特·拉弗勒爾在最近的一次採訪中讚揚了他的新防守協調員的計劃。

“他們所做的事情的天才之處在於,他們不會給你看起來很簡單,讓你可以看出,‘哦,這是一個男人覆蓋的造型。’他們很好地掩飾了外表,”拉弗勒爾週一根據包裝工隊作家韋斯頓·霍德凱維奇的說法說道。 “直到我們做出手勢後,我們才覺得,‘哦,看起來是個男人。’”

甘農的專長是他的防守計劃。多年來,他以偽裝為導向的防守方法給拉弗勒爾留下了深刻的印象。

甘農最近擔任紅雀隊的主教練。然而,在經歷了可怕的 3-14 賽季後,甘農在 2025 賽季結束後被解僱。

他進入聯盟時是一名防守質量教練,但在 2021 年一路晉升為老鷹隊的防守協調員。這次晉升幾乎立即帶來了紅利,推動費城隊進入超級碗。

包裝工隊並不是唯一有興趣聘用甘農的球隊。他面試了包括牛仔隊在內的多支球隊,以擔任防守協調員。

現在甘農可以簡單地專注於包裝工隊的防守。

綠灣的防守人員比亞利桑那隊要好得多,所以看看甘農能用這支球隊做什麼將會很有趣。

如果包裝工隊決定在休賽期增加更多的防守球員,他們可能會變得更好。


#馬特拉弗勒 #Matt #LaFleur #強調喬納森甘農 #Jonathan #Gannon #在 #聘用後的天才

當安迪·里德 (Andy Reid) 知道馬特·納吉 (Matt Nagy) 想離開 KC 時

堪薩斯城酋長隊主教練安迪·里德表示,堪薩斯城酋長隊決定放棄進攻協調員馬特·納吉並不是一個突然或反應性的決定。相反,這個過程早在 2025 年 NFL 賽季開始之前就開始了,植根於納吉重新成為聯盟其他地方領導角色的長期雄心。

在最近宣布埃里克·比尼米重新擔任堪薩斯城進攻協調員的電話會議上,里德花時間為納吉辯護,並公開澄清了他離職的背景。里德明確表示,他們的關係沒有破裂,也沒有任何時刻迫使酋長採取行動,但暗示他知道自己的離開。

“如果我們就這麼簡單,這就是我會告訴你的,”里德說。 “我知道每個人都會質疑一切,我明白——這是可以理解的。但是馬特 [Nagy] 和我關係很好。在賽季開始之前,就在賽季開始之前,我就知道他想要有機會舉辦自己的表演。 ”

納吉在堪薩斯城的第二次生涯結束了,經歷了一個令人失望的賽季,酋長隊在帕特里克·馬霍姆斯時代首次無緣季后賽。雖然球隊的進攻表現出色,包括在馬霍姆斯前十字韌帶受傷之前的強勁表現,但球隊最終選擇了改變,重新聘請了比尼米,一位在冠軍時期熟悉的人物。

儘管分居,里德強調納吉的退出​​並不是出於敵意或缺乏尊重。據報導,納吉去年拒絕了續約合同,這強化了他已經在展望下一個挑戰的想法。

聯盟對他的興趣依然存在,有幾支球隊正在關注他以尋找協調員或潛在的主教練機會。然而對於堪薩斯城來說,此舉標誌著旨在恢復進攻穩定性的重置。對於納吉來說,這代表著一個重新定位自己的機會,並有可能在不久的將來重新擔任主教練,讓他的長期抱負堅定不移。


#當安迪里德 #Andy #Reid #知道馬特納吉 #Matt #Nagy #想離開 #時

安迪·里德 (Andy Reid) 對馬特·納吉 (Matt Nagy) 的離開極其誠實

最近,堪薩斯城酋長隊宣布將聘請前教練埃里克·比尼米(Eric Bieniemy)擔任進攻協調員,希望能夠重燃 2010 年代末的火焰。這意味著球隊將與進攻協調員馬特·納吉分道揚鑣,後者現在是一名自由教練。

現在,酋長隊主教練安迪·里德開始認真對待分手後他與納吉的關係狀況。

“我們就這麼簡單, 這就是我要告訴你的”,據 NBC 體育頻道職業足球談話的邁爾斯·西蒙斯報導,里德說道。“我知道每個人都會質疑一切,我明白了。這是可以理解的。但馬特和我的關係很好。他坐在這裡,在賽季開始之前,就在賽季開始之前,我知道他想要有機會舉辦自己的表演。 ”

目前,納吉尚未與其他球隊簽約,儘管公開市場上仍然存在一些主教練空缺,包括布法羅比爾隊。

“他曾經是一名主教練。他是年度最佳教練。我的意思是,我對他所說的所有事情,我仍然對他有感覺。那裡沒有什麼不同。他應該得到一份主教練的工作。如果沒有,這給了他一個機會出去做他的事情,”里德說。

酋長隊在 2025 賽季的進攻基本穩定,但在帕特里克·馬霍姆斯 (Patrick Mahomes) 的 MVP 級別表現中,球隊的防守經常令人失望,後者最終因 ACL 受傷而下場。

然而,這並不足以阻止酋長隊在馬霍姆斯時代首次錯過季后賽,他們希望比涅米能幫助他們解決這個問題。

與此同時,納吉在堪薩斯城度過了一段平淡的任期後,最終將走向何方還有待觀察。


#安迪里德 #Andy #Reid #對馬特納吉 #Matt #Nagy #的離開極其誠實

馬特·普拉特 (Matt Prater) 對陣野馬隊的 50 碼投籃迫使加時賽

馬特·普拉特 (Matt Prater) 在周六晚上的亞足聯分區賽對陣丹佛野馬隊的比賽中為布法羅比爾隊打進了一個重要的射門得分。

普拉特自 2007 年以來一直在 NFL 效力,整個職業生涯為五支球隊效力。他在上個休賽期加入了比爾隊,希望為他們的特勤組提供有價值的產出。

41 歲的普拉特曾多次效力於丹佛野馬隊(3 次)、底特律雄獅隊(2 次)和亞利桑那紅雀隊(1 次)。他在布法羅的這段時間是他第七次參加季后賽,希望能走得更遠。他盡了最大努力,打進一記精彩的射門,將比分扳平,並將對陣丹佛的比賽拖入加時賽。

比爾隊的馬特·普拉特如何對陣野馬隊

布法羅比爾隊 (Buffalo Bills) 的位置踢球手馬特·普拉特 (Matt Prater)(15 歲)在亞足聯分區賽季后賽第四節在 Mile High 的 Empower Field 對陣丹佛野馬隊 (Denver Broncos) 的比賽中,從下注員米奇·威什諾斯基 (Mitch Wishnowsky)(19 歲)手中踢出一腳射門。
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儘管馬特·普拉特做出了勇敢的努力,比爾隊還是未能完成任務,他們在加時賽中以 33-30 輸給了野馬隊。

首節結束後,布法羅隊以7-3領先,但在第二節丹佛隊打出17-3的表現後,布法羅隊失去了控制。儘管比爾隊以精彩的表現進行反擊,將比賽拖入加時賽,但約什·艾倫代價高昂的攔截為野馬隊帶來了製勝的動力,並以投籃結束了比賽。

艾倫無法保護球免受危險,整個晚上出現了四次失誤。他 39 次傳球完成 25 次,推進 283 碼,達陣 3 次,但有 2 次攔截和 2 次掉球。

艾倫和詹姆斯·庫克在衝球進攻中表現活躍,合計衝球 36 次,推進 183 碼。道爾頓·金凱德(Dalton Kincaid)以 6 次接球推進 83 碼和 1 次達陣領先接球進攻。哈利勒·沙基爾 (Khalil Shakir) 接球 7 次,推進 75 碼,而科恩·科爾曼 (Keon Coleman) 和小梅科爾·哈德曼 (Mecole Hardman Jr.) 分別接球達陣。

比爾隊在整個休賽期都有很多問題需要回答。他們不僅會在即將到來的選秀和自由球員市場中追求需求,而且還要對他們的頂級球員和教練組做出決定。


#馬特普拉特 #Matt #Prater #對陣野馬隊的 #碼投籃迫使加時賽

布萊恩·古特昆斯特 (Brian Gutekunst) 在與馬特·拉弗勒爾 (Matt LaFleur) 交易後致力於續約

在經歷了最近記憶中最受關注的賽季結局之一後,綠灣包裝工隊迅速採取行動穩定了他們的領導結構。就在與主教練馬特·拉弗勒爾(Matt LaFleur)完成多年續約幾天后,現在的勢頭也轉向了與總經理布萊恩·古特昆斯特(Brian Gutekunst)的簽約。

NFL 內部人士伊恩·拉波波特 (Ian Rapoport) 證實了這一進展,同時擴展了 NFL Network 湯姆·佩利塞羅 (Tom Pelissero) 的早期報告,表明所有權和足球運營在高層連續性上是一致的。

“包裝工隊總經理布萊恩·古特昆斯特也在研究續約事宜。綠灣智囊團有望回歸,”拉波波特在 X(前身為 Twitter)上發帖稱。

佩利塞羅最初報導稱,在拉弗勒爾同意這筆交易後,古特昆斯特的合同也在考慮之中,因為在談判加速之前,他們都已進入各自合同的最後幾年。這一更新是在綠灣隊在芝加哥隊以 31-27 輸給芝加哥熊隊的賽季結束後的猜測中發布的,包裝工隊在半場結束時以 21-3 領先,並以五場比賽的下滑結束了這一年。

拉弗勒爾於 2019 年 1 月被古特昆斯特聘用,他在上週六失利後不久就公開表示有興趣回歸。 46 歲的他已經創造了聯盟最穩定的常規賽履歷之一,在七個賽季中取得了 76 勝 40 負 1 的戰績。在他任職的頭兩年裡,他獲得了 3 個 NFC 北區冠軍、六次進入季后賽以及連續參加 NFC 冠軍賽。

古特昆斯特的履歷同樣具有決定性意義。他於 1999 年作為球探加入該組織,並於 2018 年晉升為總經理,負責監督主要的特許經營業務。最值得注意的是,他完成了從亞倫·羅傑斯到喬丹·樂福的過渡,並通過激進的舉措(包括米卡·帕森斯的交易)在重塑陣容方面發揮了核心作用。

雖然拉弗勒爾在常規賽中的成功是不可否認的,但最近季后賽的掙扎卻引發了爭論。綠灣隊在過去六場季后賽中輸掉了五場,這引發了人們的疑問:僅靠穩定是否足以推動球隊重新進入真正的超級碗爭奪戰。

儘管如此,包裝工隊總裁埃德·政策長期以來一直強調要避免關鍵決策者的“跛腳鴨”賽季。據 ESPN 報導,Policy、LaFleur 和 Gutekunst 週四晚上被發現一起出現在威斯康星州科勒的美國俱樂部,討論未來並努力保持三人組的完整。

由於拉弗勒爾已經確定,而古特昆斯特的續約正在進行中,綠灣似乎致力於押注連續性——相信持續的領導力,而不是反動的改變,提供了在未來幾年重返冠軍相關性的最清晰途徑。


#布萊恩古特昆斯特 #Brian #Gutekunst #在與馬特拉弗勒爾 #Matt #LaFleur #交易後致力於續約

馬特·瑞安 (Matt Ryan) 在凱文·斯特凡斯基 (Kevin Stefanski) 聘用一事上打破沉默

當亞特蘭大獵鷹隊敲定聘請凱文·斯特凡斯基作為新任主教練的消息傳出時,球迷們熱切地期待著球隊四分衛出身的足球運營總裁馬特·瑞安會就這筆交易發表什麼言論。

當西雅圖海鷹隊在國聯西區對陣舊金山 49 人隊的比賽中,瑞安成為 NFL 關注的焦點,他透露了為什麼斯特凡斯基是這份工作的合適人選,因為他為球隊帶來了巨大的優勢。

瑞安通過 ESPN 的馬克·雷蒙迪 (Marc Raimondi) 表示:“我們很高興凱文·斯特凡斯基 (Kevin Stefanski) 成為了一位以身作則的領導者,他為他的員工和我們的團隊帶來了清晰的願景,並密切關注在基本面、堅韌以及與足球運營各個領域的積極合作方面打造這支球隊。”

“斯特凡斯基教練是一位團隊至上的領導者,重視對每個人的責任和球員驅動的文化。他在克利夫蘭和明尼蘇達的經驗使他深刻理解與球探、人員和其他足球工作人員同步工作的重要性,以最大限度地發揮球員名單上的才能,並儘一切可能讓我們的球員處於取得成功的最佳位置。凱文的領導風格,結合亞特蘭大的員工和基礎設施,使我們對球隊的共同願景充滿信心,並且我們很高興他成為我們足球隊的領袖。”

斯特凡斯基被廣泛認為是本賽季第二受歡迎的主教練,僅次於約翰·哈博,他為獵鷹隊帶來了進攻心態、強大的跑動能力和兩座年度最佳教練獎杯,並以 8 勝 9 負的戰績結束了 2025 年的獵鷹隊。雖然只有時間才能證明他是否最終能讓獵鷹隊重返季后賽,但在國聯南部這樣一個開放的分區,人們的期望值理所當然地很高。


#馬特瑞安 #Matt #Ryan #在凱文斯特凡斯基 #Kevin #Stefanski #聘用一事上打破沉默

馬特·瑞安 (Matt Ryan) 的電話幫助凱​​文·斯特凡斯基 (Kevin Stefanski) 找到了他

在馬特·瑞安的幫助下,亞特蘭大獵鷹隊仍然能找到獲勝的方法。這次凱文·斯特凡斯基與獵鷹隊簽訂了一份為期五年的合同是通過瑞安實現的。

通過受人尊敬的特許經營傳奇人物的電話。

NFL Network 內部人士湯姆·佩利塞羅 (Tom Pelissero) 揭露了鞏固教練聘用的真實情況。

“凱文·斯特凡斯基前幾天在 FaceTime 上給馬特·瑞恩打電話。瑞恩剛剛擔任獵鷹隊足球總裁幾天,正在觀看錄像。當這位兩屆 NFL 年度最佳教練開始他的第二幕時,斯特凡斯基找到了志同道合的人。在亞特蘭大度過了一個重要的夜晚,”佩利塞羅在社交媒體網站 X(以前稱為 Twitter)上發帖稱。

凱文·斯特凡斯基 (Kevin Stefanski) 是否會保留獵鷹隊的關鍵員工?

克利夫蘭布朗隊主教練凱文·斯特凡斯基在士兵球場觀看了第四節對​​陣芝加哥熊隊的比賽。
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現在,他和斯特凡斯基一起留在亞特蘭大。

許多人想知道受歡迎的助理傑夫·烏布里奇是否會重新申請 NFL 的工作。不過,美國國家橄欖球聯盟 (NFL) 網絡內部人士伊恩·拉波波特 (Ian Rapoport) 並不認為烏布里希會公開自己的簡歷。

“作為董事會中最重要的候選人之一,斯特凡斯基很可能也會保留 DC 傑夫·烏布里奇。這是亞特蘭大令人垂涎的搭檔,”拉波波特寫道。

斯特凡斯基的專長領域是進攻。他將更加熟悉 Michael Penix Jr.、Drake London、Bijan Robinson 等名字。

斯特凡斯基 (Stefanski) 與約翰·哈博 (John Harbaugh) 一起在本次招聘週期中備受追捧。他甚至準備接受田納西泰坦隊的第二次採訪,該報導將於週六曝光。但這是在斯特凡斯基同意與國聯南方隊簽訂長期協議之前發生的。

他接手的球隊在上賽季後期取得了8勝9負的戰績。但亞特蘭大自2017賽季以來就再也沒有進入過季后賽。


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哥倫比亞廣播公司 (CBS) 宣布正式決定以 3.22 億美元接替馬特·瑞安 (Matt Ryan) 四分衛

馬特·瑞安不再是哥倫比亞廣播公司體育頻道的分析師。

但該電視網已經確定了他的繼任者,而且他們最新招募的球員的個人資料與這位前 NFL 四分衛的資料沒有太大差異。

2025 年 10 月 19 日,加利福尼亞州聖克拉拉,在李維斯體育場舉行的 NFL 橄欖球比賽中,亞特蘭大獵鷹隊的 18 號柯克·考辛斯 (Kirk Cousins) 站在球場上,對陣舊金山 49 人隊。

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柯克·考辛斯 (Kirk Cousins) 辭舊迎新,將加盟哥倫比亞廣播公司 (CBS) 繼續報導 NFL 季后賽的剩餘內容圖片來源:蓋蒂

在瑞安離開電視界並擔任亞特蘭大獵鷹隊新任足球主席一職後,哥倫比亞廣播公司(CBS)聘請了現任獵鷹隊四分衛柯克·考辛斯(Kirk Cousins)。

距離 NFL 分區輪比賽僅剩幾天,獵鷹隊已連續第八年無緣季后賽,考辛斯將擔任季后賽分區輪的客座演播室分析師。

這位 37 歲的球員職業生涯收入為 3.22 億美元,他也將與比爾·考赫、內特·伯勒森、詹姆斯·布朗和凱爾·朗一起成為亞足聯冠軍賽工作室陣容的一員。

特里·豐特諾特和拉希姆·莫里斯在常規賽結束僅幾個小時後突然被解僱,球隊目前正在尋找新的總經理和主教練,瑞恩忙得不可開交,無法再繼續擔任工作室的角色。

但考辛斯可能不是唯一一個在媒體領域擁有未來職業生涯的人,莫里斯也有可能從場邊轉向演播室。

為他的未來試鏡?

現年 37 歲的考辛斯可以利用這個獨特的機會作為試鏡,因為他開始思考自己的職業生涯和退役後的生活。

作為一名擁有 14 年 NFL 經驗的老將,考辛斯於 2024 年與獵鷹隊簽署了一份為期四年、價值 1.8 億美元的合同。

然而,他第一個賽季的場上表現與合同上的數據並不相符,他在 14 場比賽中傳球 3,508 碼,取得 18 次達陣,並有職業生涯最差的 16 次攔截。

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邁卡·帕森斯 (Micah Parsons) 為馬特·拉弗勒 (Matt LaFleur) 代言,未來前景不明朗

由於綠灣包裝工隊的話題一直是關於主教練馬特·拉弗勒爾的未來,這導致球隊的一些球員支持這位 46 歲的球員回歸。雖然圍繞包裝工隊和拉弗勒爾的謠言還將繼續,但有一點是肯定的:他在更衣室裡受到了極大的尊重,其中包括明星衝傳手米卡·帕森斯。

綠灣賽季結束後,帕森斯在與芝加哥熊隊的外卡賽中接受媒體採訪時,被問及拉弗勒爾的情況時,帕森斯給出了無數的讚揚,包括教練如何成為球員來到這裡的“部分原因”。他會探討如果拉弗勒爾被解僱,可能會產生一些遺憾。

“我在這個聯盟中遇到過很多教練和人,而馬特是我加入這個聯盟以來最好的球員和人之一,作為一個人,”帕森斯說。 “當我開始看到這一點時,我聯繫了他,我說,‘伙計,當我同意來到這裡時,你就是我來這裡的原因之一,我希望你成為其中的一部分,我愛你。我認為你是一位偉大的教練。’”

“你可能會被優秀的教練和優秀的人寵壞了,直到他們離開你才會意識到這一點。我不想到了我們意識到,該死的,我們讓這麼偉大的教練離開的時候,”帕森斯繼續說道。

包裝工隊的米卡·帕森斯在季后賽輸給熊隊時為馬特·拉弗勒爾辯護

綠灣包裝工隊主教練馬特·拉弗勒爾 (Matt Lafleur) 於 2026 年 1 月 10 日星期六在伊利諾伊州芝加哥士兵球場舉行的外卡季后賽比賽結束後離開球場。芝加哥熊隊以31-27擊敗綠灣包裝工隊。
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隨著圍繞拉弗勒爾和包裝工隊的謠言四起,在球隊扼殺了對熊隊的巨大領先優勢並導致外卡失利後,這種謠言無疑更加嚴重。帕森斯不僅將這場失利歸咎於拉弗勒爾,甚至表示“球員必須承擔責任”。

拉弗勒爾是否仍擔任主教練還有待觀察,因為有報導稱包裝工隊在取得 9 勝 7 負 1 的戰績(在國聯北部排名第二)後正在努力留住他。


#邁卡帕森斯 #Micah #Parsons #為馬特拉弗勒 #Matt #LaFleur #代言未來前景不明朗

本·約翰遜 (Ben Johnson) 在與馬特·拉弗勒 (Matt LaFleur) 冰冷的握手中丟掉了麥克風

芝加哥熊隊在外卡賽中擊敗綠灣包裝工隊後,主教練本·約翰遜和馬特·拉弗勒爾在中場握手引起了爭議。約翰遜現在已經澄清了目前的任何混亂。

但他並沒有因仇恨而退縮。約翰遜正試圖通過第 33 隊的阿里·梅洛夫 (Ari Meirov) 重建熊隊與包裝工隊的競爭。

“這是一場競爭,”約翰遜說。 “芝加哥市、綠灣市,這需要一場競爭。”

在約翰遜到來之前,包裝工隊在比賽中佔據主導地位。如此之多以至於很難稱其為公平之戰。綠灣隊從 2019 年到 2024 年連續 11 場比賽獲勝。此外,包裝工隊在此期間五次進入季后賽,而熊隊僅晉級一次。

約翰遜希望將熊隊帶出國聯北部的地窖。他希望他們被視為有力的競爭者。同樣,約翰遜不希望芝加哥最著名的競爭再被視為笑話。

在擔任主教練的第一年以 2-1 戰勝包裝工隊無疑為這一計劃奠定了基礎。第二場胜利將綠灣徹底淘汰出季后賽。約翰遜和四分衛卡萊布·威廉姆斯在第四節精心策劃了25分,完成了逆轉並以31-27獲勝。

約翰遜在熊隊的首秀開啟了芝加哥的全新時代。隨著包裝工隊被擊敗,熊隊正專注於即將到來的季后賽對陣洛杉磯公羊隊的比賽。但當綠灣隊和芝加哥隊接下來交鋒時,人們的情緒肯定會高漲。


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馬特·拉弗勒爾 (Matt LaFleur) 已經準備好迎接傑夫·哈夫利 (Jeff Hafley) 前往 HC 工作

週六,綠灣包裝工隊以 31-27 輸給芝加哥熊隊,退出季后賽。在經歷了充滿傷病的 9-7-1 賽季後,綠灣隊進入了重要的休賽期。包裝工隊主教練馬特·拉弗勒的未來懸而未決,但他知道傑夫·哈夫利很可能不會回歸,因為他是這個休賽期的主教練候選人。

據 ESPN 的羅布·德莫夫斯基 (Rob Demovsky) 報導,拉弗勒爾在談到哈夫利的採訪時表示:“我完全預計他會得到其中之一。”

包裝工隊在常規賽中失分排名第 11,失球碼數排名第 12。米卡·帕森斯的加盟是一個重要原因,他在短短 14 場比賽中就完成了 12.5 次擒殺。他在賽季後期前十字韌帶撕裂,導致球隊在季后賽中人手不足。

據職業橄欖球談話報導,哈夫利已經安排了五次主教練空缺面試。亞利桑那紅雀隊、拉斯維加斯突襲者隊、邁阿密海豚隊、亞特蘭大獵鷹隊和田納西泰坦隊都將面試包裝工隊的防守協調員。巴爾的摩烏鴉隊、紐約巨人隊和克利夫蘭布朗隊是唯一沒有要求哈夫利上場的空缺球隊。

在周日的年終新聞發布會上,拉弗勒爾沒有回答他在包裝工隊的未來。在季后賽再次慘敗之後,他們可以解僱教練並提拔哈夫利以保持防守端的連續性。超時和時鐘管理是拉弗勒最大的批評,因此哈弗利需要在面試中證明他可以管理這些變量。

在拉弗勒爾的帶領下,包裝工隊在七年內六次闖入季后賽,戰績為 76 勝 40 負 1。如果他被解僱,他的季后賽戰績將是3勝6負,這將是很多人引用的數據。如果包裝工隊尋求的是季后賽的成功,那麼聘請新秀主教練是否有意義?或者他們會選擇像約翰·哈博這樣的老將?


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關於馬特·拉弗勒爾 (Matt LaFleur) 與綠灣包裝工隊的未來的決定即將做出

NFL 目前有 8 個主教練職位空缺。綠灣包裝工隊在季后賽最後七分鐘失去了 11 分的領先優勢,這取決於綠灣包裝工隊對主教練馬特·拉弗勒爾的看法,NFL 可能很快就會出現第九個教練空缺。

另外,拉弗勒爾在綠灣的合同只剩下一年了。這可能意味著雙方在賽季結束後總是會坐下來重新評估他們的關係。

拉弗勒爾教練昨晚有機會在球隊飛機上與包裝工隊主席埃德·政策進行了交談,他透露,關於他的教練未來的對話將在不久的將來進行。這很可能意味著他要么會在接下來的幾天內敲定一份新合同,要么就會被解僱。

如果包裝工隊確實繼續引進拉弗勒爾,他們可能很快就會有其他的東西。畢竟,更換一位在 NFL 歷史執教勝利榜上排名第 16 的教練並不容易。

也許包裝工隊甚至是向約翰·哈博表示有興趣執教綠灣隊的球隊之一?他是少數可以指望每年參加季后賽的教練候選人之一。

儘管如此,如果拉弗勒爾很快需要找到一份新工作,他無疑會在這個休賽期擔任另一支 NFL 球隊的主教練。考慮到他剛剛帶領包裝工隊進入季后賽,並且在擔任 NFL 主教練的六個賽季中只錯過了一個季后賽,他將成為聯盟大多數球隊的升級。

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The highest-paid college football coaches have annual salaries that’ll make anyone’s head spin, but that’s why they’re put in charge of numerous young men and tasked with shepherding powerhouse programs to perpetual prominence.

While some coaches on this list at the nation’s premier football schools probably aren’t going to surprise, the order may well be a shock to many. One thing to keep in mind, being among the highest-paid college football coaches doesn’t guarantee job security. From our list in 2021, three prominent names were fired.

Without further ado, here are the highest-paid college football coaches by annual salary as of the most recent season. This group is compiled from USA Today‘s list, but takes into account coaching changes, compensation information, or lack thereof, and the latest available information.

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Just missed:

  • P.J. Fleck, Minnesota — $6 million
  • Sonny Dykes, TCU — $6 million
  • Pat Fitzgerald, Northwestern – $5.748 million
  • Chip Kelly, UCLA Bruins – $5.6 million
  • Steve Sarkisian, Texas – $5.45 million

Highest-paid coaches fired in 2021:

  • Gary Patterson, TCU – $6.1 million salary
  • Dan Mullen, Florida – $7.57 million salary
  • Ed Orgeron, LSU – $9.01 million salary

One thing to keep in mind, the salaries of the highest paid coaches in college football aren’t slowing down. Even before it landed USC and UCLA, the Big Ten wanted huge money for the TV rights to its games. When college football realignment leads to super conferences, even more coaches will make $10-plus million each year.

Expanded CFB Playoff could reportedly be worth $2.2 billion annually in TV rights fees

Let’s dive into the highest paid college football coaches in 2022.

13. James Franklin salary: $7 million (Penn State)

NCAA Football: Michigan State at Penn State
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Penn State Nittany Lions head coach is one of the best at using leverage to land an extension. Rumored to be a coaching candidate for the LSU Tigers, Miami Hurricanes and USC Trojans, Franklin turned that into a pay raise and more job security in Happy Valley.

Keep in mind, the Nittany Lions didn’t have a great season. For the second consecutive year, Penn State finished with five losses and ended the regular season outside the top-25 college football rankings. But the new James Franklin contract, a 10-year deal worth $70 million, makes him one of the highest-paid coaches in college football and Penn State seems pleased with the results.

There are some enticing contract incentives for Franklin, including a $250,000 bonus for appearing in the Big Ten Championship Game and a $350,000 bonus for winning it. If Penn State makes a bowl game, Franklin receives $200,000 and that skyrockets to a $400,000 bonus if the Nittany Lions reach the CFB Playoffs.

Considering the Nittany Lions are 0-10 against top 10 teams since 2017 and James Franklin is now 2-14 vs top 10 opponents, we’re not too worried about him earning those incentives.

12. Jim Harbaugh salary: $7.05 million (Michigan)

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After flirting with the NFL, Jim Harbaugh landed the contract extension he wanted. The University of Michigan officially announced his new extension, rewarding the head coach for a phenomenal 2021 season. After taking a pay cut to stick around last year, Harbaugh now joins the list of the highest-paid college football coaches.

  • Jim Harbaugh record: 73-24 at Michigan, 1-5 in bowl games

The new deal provides a $7.05 million base salary in 2022, per The Detroit News. Importantly, there is also a clause regarding a buyout. If Harbaugh leaves Michigan next year, he owes the university $3 million. Departing in 2023 would result in a $2.25 million buyout and a $1.5 million buyout to Michigan if he exits in 2024.

Harbaugh now has consecutive victories over Ohio State, wins that put the Wolverines into the College Football Playoff. Quite frankly, how far the Wolverines advance in the playoff doesn’t matter as much now. Harbaugh finally has Michigan back on top of its biggest rivalry and that’s worth every dollar of his salary and more.

11. Luke Fickell salary: $7.8 million (Wisconsin)

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The Wisconsin Badgers knew in order to lure Luke Fickell away from the Cincinnati Bearcats, they needed to make him one of the highest-paid college football coaches in 2023. Considering this was a program that underfunded recruiting, we could be seeing a new commitment to football at Wisconsin.

Fickell will earn a $7.5 million salary in 2023, one of the largest head-coaching salaries in college football. However, the deal comes with escalators each year that raise the average annual value of the contract to nearly $7.9 million.

  • Luke Fickell contract: 7 years, $7.8 million per season

With the massive pay raise comes greater support to build the program his way. Fickell turned down multiple other Power 5 jobs in the past, but Wisconsin finally offered the resources he wanted. This could be a massive turning point for the Badgers’ football program.

10. Mario Cristobal salary: $8 million (Miami)

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The Miami Hurricanes are finally taking football seriously once again and it leads to a new entrant in our highest-paid coaches in college football rankings. Fresh off a 10-win season with the Oregon Ducks, Mario Cristobal is headed back to Miami.

It doesn’t come as a surprise. Cristobal grew up in Miami and played offensive tackle for the Hurricanes. With a 35-13 record in five seasons at Oregon, he was always considered a potential candidate to leave for another job. But the Hurricanes haven’t spent money like this before and the sudden change is why they landed their top target.

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A former 247 Sports’ National Recruiter of the Year, Cristobal lands in one of the most talent-rich regions in the country. It’s going to take some time to build the Hurricanes back up, but the new commitment being shown by administrators and boosters is a sign that “The U” could be back soon.

  • Mario Cristobal coaching record: 67-66

As of now, though, the Mario Cristobal contract looks bad. Miami already lost to Middle Tennessee State, North Carolina and Texas A&M this year and the offense isn’t meeting expectations. Cristobal isn’t going to approach any of his contract incentives and it’s fair to wonder if one of the highest paid coaches in college football will be shown the door by December 2023.

9. Jimbo Fisher salary: $9 million (Texas A&M)

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When Jimbo Fisher resigned from Florida State, it was unclear what his coaching future held. Texas A&M turned to him to get its program trending in the right direction, and Fisher has done just that. A 9-1 mark in 2020, including 8-1 in the SEC, saw the Aggies just miss out on the College Football Playoff.

The Aggies were viewed as a disappointment last year, compared to the expectations placed on this team. But beating Alabama, many felt that sent a message about the emerging state of Texas A&M’s football program.

Nick Saban blasts NIL model, says Texas A&M ‘bought every player’ in 2022 recruiting class

Fast forward to the 2022 season and there are now many calling for Jimbo Fisher to be fired. Even for a program like Texas A&M, which has wealthy boosters who are more than willing to spend to get what they want, that seems unlikely to happen right now.

However, the frustration in Texas is undeniable. A program that entered No. 6 in the preseason top-25 rankings now can’t even win six games. Meanwhile, Florida State looks better off without Fisher. It would take a massive booster to get Fisher pushed out the door, but it seems far more plausible than before after this disastrous season.

  • Jimbo Fisher buyout: $80 million

9. Lane Kiffin salary: $9 million (Ole Miss)

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The Mississippi Rebels hired Lane Kiffin with the hope the polarizing coach could turn their program around within a few years. Following a 5-5 season in 2020, Kiffin’s Rebels became a college football power this season and finished with a 10-2 record.

Unsurprisingly, Kiffin was rewarded. With plenty of bigger programs inquiring, Ole Miss added Kiffin’s name to the growing list of highest-paid coaches in college football. Kiffin received a $3 million raise from his current salary and will pull in an average value of $7.25 million. Of course, the deal carries additional incentives that can make it worth even more.

  • Lane Kiffin salary: $9 million per season

Thanks to the Auburn Tigers, Kiffin received a contract extension for the second consecutive year. According to Ross Dellenger, Ole Miss is signing Kiffin to a six-year contract extension with roll-overs that extend it to eight seasons. Far more importantly, Kiffin’s salary climbs to an average of $9 million per year beginning in 2023. Once an underappreciated coach, Kiffin has now climbed the list of the highest-paid college football coaches in consecutive years.

8. Matt Rhule salary: $9.25 million (Nebraska)

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Months after being fired by the Carolina Panthers, Matt Rhule returns to where he always belonged. A top college football coach at both Temple and Baylor, Rhule is taking over as the Nebraska Cornhuskers head coach at a critical time.

The Cornhuskers, once one of the best teams in college football, have plummeted to irrelevancy for the majority of the last decade. Many hoped that alum Scott Frost would turn things around, but the weight of the job and poor decisions led to his termination.

  • Matt Rhule salary 2023: $5.5 million

Rhule knows how to build out a coaching staff at the college level and his background in identifying unheralded three-star recruits and helping them develop into impact players is exactly what the Cornhuskers need.

The details of the Matt Rhule contract won’t make him one of the highest-paid college football coaches in 2023, only set to earn a $5.5 million salary. However, it’s a $74 million deal over eight years, averaging at $9.25 AAV. By 2027, Rhule will be earning a $10 million salary and it will top at $12.5 million in 2030.

7. Ryan Day salary: $9.5 million (Ohio State)

Highest-paid college football coaches: Ryan Day, Ohio State
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Stepping in as Urban Meyer’s successor couldn’t have been easy for Ryan Day, but the Buckeyes haven’t missed a beat since he took the reins. In four seasons as the Ohio State head coach, Day boasts a phenomenal 34-4 record with one College Football National Championship Game appearance (2020).

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After earning $6.614 million in 2021, Ohio State finally bumped up the salary for the leader of its program. The new two-year Ryan Day contract extension is worth $9.5 million per season, immediately making him one of the highest-paid college football coaches in 2022.

However, fans will rightfully be wondering whether or not Day is earning his salary right now. Consecutive losses to Michigan, this time at home with Blake Corum out it’s an awful look for one of the highest paid coaches in college football.

6. Mel Tucker salary: $9.5 million (Michigan State)

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Hired in 2020, Mel Tucker turned a great opportunity into becoming of the highest-paid college football coaches within two years. The Spartans went 2-5 in a COVID-impacted 2020 season, but everything came together this year. On the verge of a double-digit win year, Tucker earned a 10-year extension worth $95 million. While his contract has just a $5.9 million base salary, there is an additional $3.2 million in supplemental compensation and it averages $9.5 million per year.

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Things aren’t nearly as good in 2022. Michigan State already reached four losses before mid-October, a disappointment even for a program that everyone expected some regression from. While Tucker deserves some time to turn things around, it’s clear one of the highest paid coaches in college football isn’t one of the best in the sport.

It’s fair to say Kenenth Walker deserves a portion of Tucker’s salary. While the Spartans showed some life late in the year, improving from 2-4 to 5-6, there is more than enough evidence to suggest Tucker is one of the most overpaid coaches in college football, behind Jimbo Fisher.

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5. Brian Kelly salary: $9.5 million (LSU)

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Days after saying he would never leave the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, unless he was offered $250 million, Brian Kelly became the LSU Tigers head coach. Fourth amongst the active leaders in coaching wins (166), Kelly’s “Irish Exit” from Notre Dame is a repeat of his departure from Cincinnati to join the Fighting Irish.

While he didn’t land $250 million, he easily grabs a spot among the highest-paid college football coaches. Previous reports indicated the deal is worth $100-plus million over 10 years. However, the official terms per LSU are $95 million over 10 years. There are likely reachable incentives that will push the total value well past $100 million.

  • Brian Kelly contract: 10 years, $95 million

LSU’s coaching change is going to be the costliest in college football history. Ed Orgeron received a $17 million buyout and when combined with Kelly’s contract, it’s a staggering total being spent. But the Tigers are confident that a coach who posted a 113-40 record at Notre Dame with five consecutive double-digit win seasons will bring a national championship to Baton Rouge.

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It feels fitting that LSU’s first regular season with Kelly ended with a loss to Texas A&M. The Tigers sat on the doorstep of a playoff berth, just like so many Notre Dame teams in the Kelly era, ending with the same fate as the Fighting Irish in previous years. LSU should’ve known what it was getting when it paid Kelly.

4. Lincoln Riley salary (estimated): $10-plus million (USC)

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What is Lincoln Riley’s salary? We don’t really know. The USC Trojans aren’t required to provide financial details on his deal thanks to the program being a private school. Based on the limited information reported, we can pretty safely say Riley is the highest paid college football coach.

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Early estimates project the deal worth over $10 million per season in average salary with incentives for Pac 12 Championships, College Football Playoff appearances and national championships. Given his resume, that’s easily worth it if he can turn around the Trojans. We could be on the verge of USC becoming a football factory, too. With NIL deals for quarterback Caleb Williams, top assistants and staffers from around the country joining Riley’s program, USC is going beyond having the most paid college football coach.

If you’re wondering what one of the highest-paid college football coaches does with his money, we already know. Riley bought a mansion in Los Angeles, worth $17.2 million. Just take a look for yourself, the features and views are absurd. It might only be a few years in the Big Ten before Riley gets a pay raise, given the revenue those TV rights deals will generate.

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The Trojans fell just short of the CFB Playoffs, but this season can only be described as a smashing success. In Riley’s first year, USC reached the No. 4 spot in the penultimate playoff rankings. Keep in mind, the Trojans had to learn on the fly this season with an unusual number of transfers. All of this bodes well for USC’s outlook in 2023.

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3. Kirby Smart salary: $11.25 million (Georgia)

Highest-paid college football coaches: Kirby Smart, Georgia
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Following a lengthy tenure as Nick Saban’s defensive coordinator at Alabama, Kirby Smart made the leap to head coach at Georgia in 2016. Smart’s maiden year in Athens produced a meager 8-5 record, but he’s been lights-out since then.

The Bulldogs were ranked No. 1 in the country for the first time since 1982. With the best defense in college football and a quality offense, it looked like everything was coming together for Smart’s program. But an ugly loss in the SEC Championship Game made everyone wonder if the Dawgs would ever get over the hump against Alabama.

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That’s no longer a question. Georgia’s playoff run, which culminated with a three-touchdown fourth quarter vs. Alabama in the title game, brings a national title back to Georgia. As everyone celebrates, the Kirby Smart contract incentives kick in. He received an additional $850,000 in on-field bonuses for the playoff run, including a $200K bonus for the title.

Finally, the Kirby Smart contract extension arrives. According to Chris Low of ESPN, Smart signed a 10-year contract with a total of $112.5 million. With the Bulldogs headed toward another CFP Semifinal.

As for additional Kirby Smart contract details, his salary climbs to $10.5 million in 2023, $10.75 million in 2024 and hits $11 million in 2025. By 2030, Smart will be making $12 million in salary alone. The Bulldogs coach will also receive a $100,000 bonus for the SEC title game appearance, a $300,000 bonus for winning the SEC and a $500,000 bonus for making the CFB Playoff. If Georgia wins the national championship, Smart receives a $1 million bonus.

2. Dabo Swinney salary: $11.5 million (Clemson)

Highest-paid college football coaches: Dabo Swinney, Clemson
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Dabo Swinney has led Clemson to the College Football Playoff in the past six seasons, claiming two national championships in that span. The Tigers are an absolute juggernaut in the ACC, and Swinney is deservedly among the highest-paid college football coaches.

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However, it’s fair to say Swinney didn’t entirely earn his salary in 2021. Clemson’s offense never showed up in the season-opening loss to Georgia and it barely made an appearance in a 14-8 win over Georgia Tech. But that 27-21 loss to North Carolina State gave this program two losses in September for the first time in years. Maybe it was the generational quarterbacks carrying Clemson and not the coach.

But now the Tigers are all-in on their head coach again, giving Swinney a 10-year, $115 million contract extension, locking him in until 2031. It’s the largest college football contract in the history of the sport. Facing questions entering the season about the inexperienced coaching staff, Swinney is stepping up in his “CEO” role when the program needs it. After an underwhelming 2021 season, this is a lot closer to what we expect from one of the highest paid coaches in college football.

1. Nick Saban salary: $11.7 million (Alabama)

Highest-paid college football coaches: Nick Saban, Alabama
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Who is the highest paid college football coach? It’s hardly a surprise that the best coach to ever do it on the NCAA gridiron is also once again the highest-paid college football coach. Nick Saban’s “process” is the stuff of legend, and it’s led to a 183-25 record at Alabama, along with six national championships.

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In August, the Alabama university’s board of trustees approved an extension to his current deal that would take it all the way to February of 2030. However, and more importantly, they also bumped up his pay by $2 million annually. He will now make $11.7 million each year which now makes him the highest-paid coach in all of college football…again.

Unfortunately for Alabama, we could be at the end of an era. The 2022 season for the Crimson Tide was a massive disappointment by their standards, meaning Saban won’t be reaching any of his contract incentives in 2022.


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