The call was double cat, a designed blitz for cornerback Cobie Durant, lined up to the right side of the Rams defense. When Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson did a short motion outside, Durant followed, as if in man coverage, to disguise the real play call. “I’m reading the receivers, seeing if they’re gonna block me or anything. I made it look like I was bumping out and then … [Read more...] about Rams CB Cobie Durant stayed ready for big playoff moment
Ducks get Troy Terry back in shutout loss to Capitals
Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin, right, battles for the puck against Ducks center Leo Carlsson, left, and defenseman Drew Helleson, center, during the first period on Tuesday night in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin shoots the puck during the first period of their game against the Ducks on Tuesday night in Washington. (AP … [Read more...] about Ducks get Troy Terry back in shutout loss to Capitals
Dodgers among 3 finalists awaiting Roki Sasaki’s decision
Decision day is almost here. Beginning Wednesday, international free agents can sign with major-league teams. It’s usually a day populated by teenagers from Latin America posing for photos with a contract on the table in front of them and a fresh new cap atop their head. Then they fade into the obscurity of the minor leagues. But this year is very different thanks to Roki … [Read more...] about Dodgers among 3 finalists awaiting Roki Sasaki’s decision
Clippers star Kawhi Leonard in no rush to end minutes restriction
INGELWOOD — The reclamation of Kawhi Leonard continues at a slow, deliberate pace. And that’s fine for everyone involved, especially the Clippers superstar. Leonard recently returned to the lineup after missing the first 34 games this season, and the team has managed his comeback by taking it one day, one game, one box to check at a time. The final step is extended minutes. So … [Read more...] about Clippers star Kawhi Leonard in no rush to end minutes restriction
With Tyler Higbee spitting up blood, Rams’ tight ends stepped up in playoff win
Early in the Rams’ 27-9 wild-card playoff victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Monday, it felt like tight end Tyler Higbee was trying to carry his team to victory single-handedly. He caught five passes in the first quarter for 58 yards and three first downs, accentuating each of them with an arm-waving celebration. But a hit to his chest at the end of the quarter ended … [Read more...] about With Tyler Higbee spitting up blood, Rams’ tight ends stepped up in playoff win