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politics2 months ago

Ex-Alabama QB AJ McCarron Announces Run for Lieutenant Governor

Former Alabama football star AJ McCarron announced his candidacy for lieutenant governor in 2026, citing his deep roots in Alabama, his leadership principles learned from football, and a desire to stand for conservative values against established politicians. He aims to challenge the political status quo and support outsider candidates like Governor hopeful Tommy Tuberville.

sports1 year ago

Battlehawks Secure Home-Field Playoff Advantage with Win Over Brahmas

The St. Louis Battlehawks secured a 13-12 victory over the San Antonio Brahmas by successfully challenging a two-point conversion using the United Football League rulebook, which nullified the points and ensured a home playoff game. Despite a slow start, quarterback A.J. McCarron returned from injury to lead the team, supported by strong special teams play, including two blocked field goals.

sports1 year ago

"Battlehawks Set Attendance Record and Secure Thrilling Victory Over Renegades"

The St. Louis Battlehawks rallied to a 27-24 victory over the Arlington Renegades in a United Football League game, with a record crowd of 40,317 in attendance. Quarterback AJ McCarron led the Battlehawks with 248 passing yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions, including a game-winning 22-yard field goal. The game featured several lead changes and big plays, including a 53-yard touchdown pass from McCarron to Marcell Ateman. The Battlehawks will face the San Antonio Brahmas next, while the Renegades seek their first win of the season against the D.C. Defenders.

sports1 year ago

"Top UFL Prospects to Watch for Potential NFL Talent in 2024"

The United Football League (UFL) kicked off its season with exciting games, showcasing potential prospects for the Los Angeles Rams. A.J. McCarron demonstrated his backup quarterback skills, while former NFL player Breeland Speaks showed promise with two tackles and a half-sack. Safety Kai Nacua impressed with eleven tackles, and wide receiver Marcell Ateman shone with six catches and a touchdown. Additionally, Skip Holtz, head coach of the Birmingham Stallions, presents a strong coaching resume that could benefit the Rams' coaching staff.

sports1 year ago

"Quarterback AJ McCarron Re-Signs with St. Louis Battlehawks After Departing Bengals"

AJ McCarron, former XFL MVP, has signed with the St. Louis Battlehawks in the UFL after being cut by the Bengals. The 33-year-old quarterback expressed his preference for starting in the XFL over being a backup in the NFL. This marks his return to the team where he was named XFL MVP in 2023, as the Battlehawks transition to the UFL, a league formed by the XFL and the USFL.

sports1 year ago

"Former Bengals QB AJ McCarron Joins UFL Team After Release"

Former Bengals quarterback and XFL MVP AJ McCarron has signed with the St. Louis Battlehawks of the UFL after being released by Cincinnati. McCarron's move comes after a successful stint in the XFL, where he won the league's MVP award. The veteran quarterback aims to make an impact with his new team and help them contend for a UFL title after missing the XFL playoffs last season.

sports1 year ago

"Bengals Part Ways with AJ McCarron"

The Cincinnati Bengals have released quarterback AJ McCarron, ending his second stint with the team. McCarron, a 2014 fifth-round pick, returned to the practice squad in September and spent the last month of the regular season on the active roster, appearing in two games in relief of Jake Browning. With Browning set for exclusive rights free agency, the Bengals are expected to tender him a contract for the 2024 season.

sports2 years ago

Bengals Promote AJ McCarron as Joe Burrow Lands on IR

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow has been placed on injured reserve due to a season-ending right wrist injury. Burrow is expected to undergo surgery to repair a torn ligament in his wrist. Jake Browning will make his first career NFL start as the team's new starting quarterback, while AJ McCarron has been promoted from the practice squad to the active roster. Burrow's injury marks the end of an injury-plagued season for the Pro Bowl quarterback.

sports2 years ago

Bengals' Joe Burrow placed on IR, AJ McCarron elevated for Sunday

The Cincinnati Bengals have placed quarterback Joe Burrow on injured reserve, officially ending his 2023 season due to a wrist injury. Burrow is expected to make a full recovery for the 2024 season. Jake Browning will start at quarterback for the rest of the season, while AJ McCarron has been elevated from the practice squad to be the backup. The Bengals have also activated running back Chase Brown from injured reserve to replace Burrow on the roster.

sports2 years ago

Bengals' Joe Burrow Placed on Injured List, Chase Brown Activated for Week 12

The Cincinnati Bengals have placed quarterback Joe Burrow on the Reserve/Injured list due to a right wrist injury, while running back Chase Brown has been activated from the Reserve/Injured list after recovering from a hamstring injury. In preparation for their game against Pittsburgh, the Bengals have elevated quarterback AJ McCarron from the practice squad to the active roster, with McCarron set to revert back to the practice squad after the game.

sports2 years ago

"Bengals' QB Shuffle: McCarron Joins Practice Squad as Burrow's Status Remains Uncertain"

The Cincinnati Bengals have signed quarterback A.J. McCarron to their practice squad after a tryout. McCarron, who previously played for the Bengals in 2014 and started three games in 2015, has since had stints with several other teams, including the XFL's St. Louis BattleHawks. With starting quarterback Joe Burrow questionable for their upcoming game, the Bengals needed another quarterback on their roster. McCarron's signing comes after the team lost Will Grier to the New England Patriots.

sports2 years ago

Seattle Sea Dragons Secure XFL Playoff Spot with Dominant Win Over Vegas Vipers

The Seattle Sea Dragons secured the final playoff berth in the XFL's 2023 season after defeating the Vegas Vipers 28-9, knocking out the St. Louis Battlehawks. The playoffs will feature the Seattle Sea Dragons facing off against the D.C. Defenders, and the Arlington Renegades taking on the Houston Roughnecks. A.J. McCarron set the XFL's all-time touchdown record with six touchdown passes in the Battlehawks' 53-28 win over the Orlando Guardians.