News
Today was the deadline for NFL teams to exercise 5th year options on 2021 first-round draft picks. The Pittsburgh Steelers waiting until the last minute before officially declining the 5th year option on Najee Harris. Harris, the first Steeler to rush for 1,000 in his first three seasons and the only NFL back to do so in the last three seasons, will now become a free agent after the 2024 season. DeVonta Smith, Patrick Surtain II, and Jaylen Waddle previously had their options exercised, while Mac Jones’ option was also declined. Alex Leatherwood’s option was voided when he was waived by Chicago.
The Athletic explores the relationship between Cincinnati draftee Jermaine Burton and Bengals legend T.J. Houshmandzadeh, who coincidentally announced the pick Friday night.
The Philadelphia Phillies are exploring ways to keep Spencer Turnbull in the rotation with the return of Taijuan Walker from a rehab assignment.
The Pewter Report does film analysis to see what Tampa Bay is getting in Chris Braswell.
Kerry Goode, who will be honored by the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame this weekend, won’t let his spirit be broken while ALS ravages his body.
David Roberton picked up his 172nd career hold, and is now three holds away from being the first pitcher with 175 saves and 175 holds since the hold stat became an official stat.
Media Appearances
Links to press conferences from today:
WDAM caught up with area native Davis Riley at the Zurich Classic last week.
Jerry Jeudy is featured in the latest episode of Unleashed (a Cleveland Browns in-house production).
Scenes and Highlights
227 yards ➡️ 3 feet@NickDunlap62 made this look too easy 😮💨 pic.twitter.com/0v4V9G7NE9
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) May 2, 2024
Peyton Wilson to the 🌜!!! pic.twitter.com/WgQKKoP8YB
— Northwest Arkansas Naturals (@nwanaturals) May 3, 2024
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Game Results
BASKETBALL
Flammes Carolo 82, Saint-Amand 58.
Jasmine Walker – 30 minutes, 15 points (6-11 2pg, 1-5 3pg), 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, 2 turnovers, 3 fouls, +23.
Pioneros del Ávila 82, Frontinos del Táchira 59.
Dazon Ingram – inactive.
GOLF
Asher Tour GCU Classic final:
Charlie Nikitas – 66-72-71, -4, 28th.
CJ Cup Byron Nelson Rd 1 (suspended).
Davis Riley – 64, -7, T2.
Nick Dunlap – 66, -5, T13.
Robby Shelton – 70, -1, T95.
Wilson Furr – 71, E, T117.
Bud Cauley – 72, +1, T134.
Casino Del Sol Golf Classic Rd 1:
Lakareber Abe – 69, -3, T7.
Emma Talley – 70, -2, T21.
Benedetta Moresco – 72, E, T47.
Angelica Moresco – 73, +1, T60.
Kenzie Wright – 76, +4, T105.
BASEBALL
Texas 6, Washington 0.
David Robertson (H, 10) – 1.1 IP, 0 R, 0 H, 1 BB, 2 K.
Harrisburg 6, Altoona 5 (Gm 1; F/7).
Andrew Pinckney (RF) – 1-3, 1 single, 2 runs.
Harrisburg 7, Altoona 2 (Gm 2; F/7).
Andrew Pinckney (RF) – 1-4, 1 single, 1 RBI, 1 SB, 1 run.
St. Lucie 9, Jupiter 2.
Sam Praytor (C) – 1-3, 1 single.
Clearwater 5, Lakeland 4.
Jim Jarvis (3B) – 0-5.
Greenville 8, Asheville 2.
Caden Rose (LF) – 0-2, 1 BB, 1 HBP, 1 run.
Akron 4, Richmond 3.
Brett Auerbach (C) – 1-2, 1 double, 1 BB, 1 run; ejected in B-7th.
Biloxi 7, Tennessee 5 (Gm 2; F/7).
Sam Gardner – 1 IP, 2 R, 3 H, 0 BB, 2 K.
NW Arkansas 12, Wichita 3.
Peyton Wilson (LF) – 3-4, 1 HR (4th), 1 double, 1 single, 1 BB, 3 RBI, 1 SB, 3 runs.
TRACK & FIELD
Tucson Throws Festival
Women’s Shot Put
Portious Warren – 17.95 meters, 1st.
