LOS ANGELES — As the Rams’ first-team offense jogged to the line of scrimmage on the first day of training camp, there was a new-but-familiar face standing over the ball, pointing out linebackers and calling out assignments. After a year in Chicago, Coleman Shelton is back at center for the Rams, signing back with the team on a two-year contract this offseason and bringing a … [Read more...] about Coleman Shelton brings calming presence back to Rams’ offensive line
Freddie Freeman gives Dodgers a walk-off win against Twins
LOS ANGELES — The home runs keep coming for Shohei Ohtani at a deluge. The help on offense was down to a trickle before the flow started just in time Wednesday. After Tommy Edman delivered an RBI single in the seventh inning, Freddie Freeman saved the day when his game-ending sinking line drive to left field with two outs in the ninth just eluded the glove of Harrison Bader to … [Read more...] about Freddie Freeman gives Dodgers a walk-off win against Twins
Rams’ defensive front trying to build off last year’s success
LOS ANGELES — If the Rams’ defense was going to move forward in the post-Aaron Donald era – and really, what choice did it have? – the success of the group would hinge on a defensive front built through two draft classes. Third-round picks on tackle Kobie Turner and outside linebacker Byron Young in 2023, a first- and second-round selection on the Florida State duo of Jared … [Read more...] about Rams’ defensive front trying to build off last year’s success
Chargers’ Daiyan Henley talking and playing a good game
SAN DIEGO — Daiyan Henley looked and sounded wiped out Wednesday afternoon. The Chargers’ practice at the University of San Diego, their second and final one this week at Torero Stadium, was conducted under a blazing sun. Then he had to walk up a steep hill and some stairs before entering a makeshift interview room inside the Jenny Craig Pavilion, the school’s basketball … [Read more...] about Chargers’ Daiyan Henley talking and playing a good game
Lakers summer league: Bronny James’ development and other takeaways
The Lakers’ draft pick from last month, Adou Thiero, didn’t play as he recovers from a knee injury. The Lakers left Las Vegas losers of their last three games. Fortunately for the Lakers, wins and losses in summer league play are inconsequential. And there was still plenty to learn from the eight combined exhibitions they played over the last 1½ weeks at the California Classic … [Read more...] about Lakers summer league: Bronny James’ development and other takeaways