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Huskers Lean on Next-Man-Up Depth After Frager Injury
sports1 month ago

Huskers Lean on Next-Man-Up Depth After Frager Injury

Nebraska weathered Braden Frager’s ankle sprain by implementing a ‘next-man-up’ approach and pulling away to beat Washington 76-66, extending the unbeaten streak to 19-0. Pryce Sandfort led with 23 points as NU benefited from balanced scoring and improved pace, even as coach Fred Hoiberg signals continued lineup tinkering. With Minnesota and then Michigan on a tight schedule, the Huskers face a test of depth and continuity as Frager’s status remains uncertain.

"Steelers' Resilience Tested: Overcoming Injuries and Adapting to New Challenges"
sports2 years ago

"Steelers' Resilience Tested: Overcoming Injuries and Adapting to New Challenges"

Former Steelers safety Troy Polamalu believes the team's program is bigger than individual names and can overcome injuries to succeed in the playoffs, despite being the underdogs against the Buffalo Bills. The Steelers have faced significant injuries throughout the season, including the recent loss of T.J. Watt, but have demonstrated resilience and depth in their roster. With the "next-man-up" mentality, they aim to defy the odds and make a statement in their upcoming matchup.

Knicks' playoff hopes uncertain with Julius Randle's injury update.
sports2 years ago

Knicks' playoff hopes uncertain with Julius Randle's injury update.

New York Knicks' All-Star forward Julius Randle will miss at least the final five games of the regular season and possibly the start of the playoffs due to a sprained left ankle. Randle, the team's leading scorer, suffered the injury in Wednesday's win over the Miami Heat. The Knicks have relied on their "next man up" mentality all season, with several starters missing games due to injury, and coach Tom Thibodeau said replacing Randle will be a "collective effort." The team will have to wait and see if Randle will be available for the start of the playoffs, which begin no earlier than April 15.