Ohio University fired head football coach Brian Smith not only over alcohol violations but also because Smith had an extramarital affair with an undergraduate student, according to a letter from Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez that was sent to Smith’s home. Smith’s attorney, Rex Elliott, though, is discounting information in Gonzalez’s letter. Smith took … Read more
The boos rained down from Raymond James Stadium last Thursday night when Baker Mayfield and the Bucs lost to the Falcons, 29-28, and blew a 14-point fourth quarter lead. The lasting image in many Bucs fans’ minds are the fact that Tampa Bay’s defense had Atlanta backed up on third-and-28 and then a fourth-and-14, which … Read more
Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson has been lambasted by both fans and analysts for both his and the Crimson Tide’s poor offensive form in the past few weeks. After entering the game against the Oklahoma Sooners, ranked No. 4, and losing last month, the Crimson Tide’s offense has limped into the College Football Playoff. … Read more
These are heady days for Arsenal fans. After three consecutive years as the Premier League’s designated nearly men, the Gunners finally look poised to win the title, ending a dry spell that has lasted more than 20 years now. Though dominant domestic campaigns are often accompanied by lackluster continental showings, Arsenal has to be considered … Read more
Drew Magary’s Thursday Afternoon NFL Dick Joke Jamboroo runs every Thursday at Defector during the NFL season. Got something you wanna contribute? Email the Roo. You can also read Drew over at SFGATE, and buy Drew’s books while you’re at it. Lemme tell you about this fucking dog. The shit I have been through with this … Read more
Going to live theater is one of the main things I do in my life, so I have decided to highlight some of this year’s productions that particularly excelled in categories that I just now made up. Best Conceit The one-ish-man show Out Of Order starts with Carl Holder’s writer’s block, which has led him … Read more
It’ll be a matchup of 7-7 teams this Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte when the Bucs and Panthers square off in the first of two meetings over the final three weeks of the season. The winner of this Week 16 matchup will take a one-game lead in the NFC South race into … Read more
Even though the college football transfer portal doesn’t officially open until January 2, quarterback movement is already dominating the offseason conversation. Several high-profile passers have entered the portal early to get a head start on evaluations, while others are actively weighing their futures as schools quietly prepare NIL packages and roster plans. With quarterback play … Read more
LeBron James is seen by many as one of the best two players in all of NBA history. At 40 (and in his 23rd season), James is currently averaging 17.6 points, 5.7 rebounds and 7.2 assists per contest while shooting 46.9% from the field and 29.3% from three-point range in nine games. The NBA Player … Read more
Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz sent shockwaves through the tennis fraternity after announcing his split from longtime coach Juan Carlos Ferrero. The decision brought an end to a seven-year partnership defined by remarkable success, including multiple Grand Slam titles that propelled Alcaraz to the top of the rankings. The development stunned many within the sport, … Read more