Putting the franchise tag on Josh Jacobs could allow the Raiders another year to see if his production dips and by how much at a position not known for longevity.
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Conference realignment and expansion are not over, so it’s the charge of UNLV to be prepared if and when a Power Five league comes calling.
The Golden Knights’ top six defensemen are healthy again and playing like one of the NHL’s best blue lines since the All-Star break, much to the delight of goalie Adin Hill.
Kruger signed a five-year contract and hasn’t even finished a second season. Those already banging out Tweets and emails for another change at the top are incredibly shortsighted.
Derek Carr, nine-year starting quarterback for the Raiders, is expected to be released this week after refusing to be traded to any team.
As soon as the Super Bowl ends Sunday, the clock will begin ticking for next year’s game at Allegiant Stadium. And don’t forget about the NCAA Tournament and Formula One.
The UNLV women’s basketball team is 22-2 and has won 13 straight but has yet to crack the Top 25 rankings.
Mark Coleman, who died of cancer on Saturday at age 58, was a beacon of hope for the Democracy Prep basketball team that he helped coach.
Two realignment proposals are on the table, neither of which would change the dominance Bishop Gorman football has over local schools.
It’s a good thing for the Raiders that Brady has retired, given the regression seen in his game this past season.
UNLV’s basketball team is suddenly defending again, which was good enough to beat rival UNR 68-62 on Saturday night.
The school’s new Name, Image and Likeness opportunities also align with its pursuit of gaining membership into a Power Five conference.
Daniel Bellinger, a Palo Verde High School graduate, has made an impact as a rookie tight end for the New York Giants, who meet the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday.
Off to its best start in over three decades, the UNLV women’s basketball team is getting everyone’s best shot this season. The Lady Rebels play at Wyoming on Thursday.
Dallas Stars players knew the importance of Monday’s game for coach Pete DeBoer and played like it in a decisive win over the Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena.




