When in doubt run the ball. That’s the motto of Notre Dame defensive tackle Louis Nix, who showed off his ability to run a quarterback draw. In Notre Dame’s annual Blue-Gold spring game, head coach Brian Kelly sent out “Irish chocolate” to convert a two point conversion. Nix took the snap, faked a pass and rumbled into the endzone. Sure this was in a meaningless game, but is it unreasonable to think Kelly couldn’t call this play at some point during the season?
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By NBC Sports | NBC on Yahoo! Sports – Mon, Apr 22, 2013 1:16 PM EDTThe Hype: A fan is suing Rose for not playing this season
By NBC Sports | NBC on Yahoo! Sports – Fri, Apr 19, 2013 5:25 PM EDTDerrick Rose is being sued by a fan, who claims that Rose's absence on the court has caused him to go into depression and gain weight. Michelle Beadle and Chris Mannix think this allegation is ridiculous. Beadle brings up an interesting theory. The fan actually had more time to get up off of the couch, because Rose didn’t play in a single game this season.
Tune into 'The Crossover' with Michelle Beadle and Dave Briggs weekdays at 6pm and 10:30 pm ET on the NBC Sports Network (Twitter - @crossover).
One thing to know: The spotlight is on the Redskins
By NBC Sports | NBC on Yahoo! Sports – Fri, Apr 19, 2013 2:31 PM EDTThe Redskins are scheduled for five prime-time games this season, including a season opener against the Philadelphia Eagles on a Monday night. According to Mike Florio, the schedule hints that the NFL must be confident in the second-year quarterback’s ability to make a speedy recovery. Assuming RG3 comes back close to 100%, the national spotlight shouldn't be a problem for one of the most dynamic quarterbacks in the NFL. Washington played in three prime-time games last season and also played against the Cowboys on Thanksgiving.
Why is athlete sexuality such a big deal?
By laurence_master | NBC on Yahoo! Sports – Fri, Apr 19, 2013 1:02 PM EDTThe Crossover: Willie Geist and Will Leitch join Michelle Beadle and Chris Mannix to discuss Brittney Griner’s interview with Sports Illustrated. In the interview Griner admitted to being a gay athlete.
Faceoff: Will Red Wings miss the playoffs?
By NBC Sports | NBC on Yahoo! Sports – Thu, Apr 18, 2013 10:27 PM EDTThe Detroit Red Wings are in danger of missing the playoffs for the first time in just over two decades. Jeremy Roenick and Keith Jones are surprised at the disappointing level of play from the Red Wings and both agree that the Columbus Blue Jackets will overtake Detroit for the eighth and final playoff spot in the West.
The Hype: Can the Lakers defeat the Spurs?
By NBC Sports | NBC on Yahoo! Sports – Thu, Apr 18, 2013 5:08 PM EDTThe Lakers couldn’t have asked for a better first round matchup in the playoffs. Two out of the Spurs' “big three” are banged up, and the Lakers play a physical brand of basketball, which has been a problem for the Spurs in recent years. Chris Mannix thinks this series is going to be a good battle, but he can’t foresee the Spurs bowing out in the first round again.
Tune into 'The Crossover' with Michelle Beadle and Dave Briggs weekdays at 6pm and 10:30 pm ET on the NBC Sports Network (Twitter - @crossover).
One thing to know: Sanchez vs. Tebow
By NBC Sports | NBC on Yahoo! Sports – Thu, Apr 18, 2013 3:59 PM EDTThere appears to be a major rift between Tim Tebow and Mark Sanchez. First Jeff Garcia, who is helping Sanchez improve his accuracy this offseason, said Tebow is a major distraction and needs to be traded or released. Now Steve Clarkson, who is helping Tebow this offseason, stated that Sanchez is a fragile-minded quarterback.
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Ference and Thornton discuss the toughness of Boston
By NBC Sports | NBC on Yahoo! Sports – Wed, Apr 17, 2013 9:28 PM EDTAndrew Ference and Shawn Thornton from the Boston Bruins talk with Pierre McGuire about the immediate impact of the Boston Marathon bombings. There is an incredible sense of pride in the city, and both players agree that this situation will only motivate people to get the city back to a normal state.
Doc Emrick delivers a powerful message about how the city of Boston bonded together in the wake of the Boston Marathon bombings. The display of selflessness in the immediate aftermath of the bombings was a defining moment for not only the city, but for the entire country.
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