THE HOT CORNER

August 16, 2009 - 9:00 pm

MATT YOUMANS REVIEW-JOURNAL, 35-36-1 (overall record)

Today's best bet: NEW ORLEANS SAINTS (Over 9 regular-season wins)

Drew Brees led the NFL with 5,069 yards passing last season, and he's surrounded by big-play threats in Reggie Bush, Pierre Thomas, Marques Colston, Devery Henderson, Lance Moore and Jeremy Shockey. But it's no longer all about the Saints' offense. The defense, anchored by linebacker Jonathan Vilma, has been upgraded and new coordinator Gregg Williams will make New Orleans more aggressive. The Saints' total is 81/2 wins at some books.

Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) is lifted up by Raiders center Jackson Powers-Johnson (58) ...

Raiders-Broncos preview: AFC West rivals meet on ‘Thursday Night Football’

By Adam Hill / RJ

November 6, 2025 - 6:00 am

The Raiders and Broncos, two AFC West teams that appear to be headed in different directions, will renew their rivalry on “Thursday Night Football” this week.

Sports on TV in Las Vegas

November 5, 2025 - 10:55 pm

Here’s today’s local and national sports schedule, including television and radio listings.

Coronado players celebrate after scoring against Centennial during the first half of a Class 5A ...

Coronado, Faith Lutheran advance to 5A girls soccer title game — PHOTOS

By Alex Wright / RJ

November 5, 2025 - 9:23 pm

Coronado and Faith Lutheran won their Class 5A state semifinals and will play for the title Saturday at Valley High.

Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) and running back Ashton Jeanty (2) look on unhappily as the ...

How to watch Raiders vs. Broncos on ‘Thursday Night Football’

By David Schoen / RJ

November 5, 2025 - 8:00 pm

The Raiders have a quick turnaround when they face the Denver Broncos on “Thursday Night Football.” Here is how to watch the game.

Purdue guard Braden Smith (3) drives between UIndy guard Ethan Edwards (32) and UIndy forward E ...

‘20 different teams can win’: Purdue favorite to claim NCAA Tournament

By Todd Dewey / RJ

November 5, 2025 - 6:36 pm

Purdue is the favorite to win the college basketball national title and the money leaders at BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook and the Westgate SuperBook.

Detroit Red Wings right wing Jonatan Berggren (48) and Golden Knights defenseman Jeremy Lauzon ...

Knights penalty kill providing boost: ‘You can kind of get that swagger’

By Danny Webster / RJ

November 5, 2025 - 5:15 pm

The Golden Knights are still searching for answers on the power play, but their penalty kill has carried them to wins in recent weeks.

Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) works to fend off Jacksonville Jaguars cornerback Jarrian J ...

Raiders-Broncos betting: Sharp money moves line, total for ‘TNF’

By Todd Dewey / RJ

November 5, 2025 - 3:03 pm

The Denver Broncos are 9-point favorites over the Raiders, and the total is 43 for their AFC West matchup on “Thursday Night Football.”

A man holds a betting sheet as he waits in line to bet on the NCAA basketball tournament at Wes ...

Nevada gaming regulators may be ready to adjust sports-betting rules

By Richard N. Velotta / RJ

November 5, 2025 - 3:42 pm

After last month’s sports-betting scandal involving organized crime and the NBA, Nevada gaming regulators say they may review proposition bet regulations.

Coronado striker Gavin Flickinger (11) celebrates his goal with midfielder Dylan Flores (9) dur ...

Record-setting duo makes Coronado boys soccer heavy favorite in 5A

By Alex Wright / RJ

November 5, 2025 - 1:33 pm

Coronado’s boys soccer team is the heavy favorite to win its third straight Class 5A state title because of senior standouts Gavin Flickinger and Dylan Flores.

Raiders report: Offseason star to make debut against Broncos

By Adam Hill / RJ

November 5, 2025 - 4:31 pm

Raiders safety Lonnie Johnson Jr., who suffered a broken leg in a preseason scrimmage at Allegiant Stadium, is expected to play Thursday against the Broncos.