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Rams coach Sean McVay announced that all starters will play in Week 18 against the Cardinals, aiming to improve team performance before the playoffs, regardless of seed implications, with quarterback Matthew Stafford supporting this decision.
Jets head coach Aaron Glenn plans to start his key players in the preseason game against Green Bay, although 11 players, including some starters, did not travel with the team. Glenn emphasizes the importance of game reps for his players, reflecting his throwback NFL mentality, and aims to maintain a tradition of starting players in both preseason and regular-season openers, a rarity for the Jets in recent decades.
The Carolina Panthers will be without three starters, including Derrick Brown and Jaycee Horn, in their preseason finale due to injuries and other reasons, with several players listed as not expected to play, while rookies are set to start in their place.
Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel is considering whether to play starters in the preseason opener against the Chicago Bears, with a decision likely after joint practice. The team faces a dilemma between rebuilding locker room culture by playing starters and avoiding injuries to key players, many of whom are injury-prone or already injured. McDaniel's approach may involve limited play for starters to balance experience and safety.
The article ranks available MLB starting pitchers for the trade deadline, highlighting Joe Ryan as the top option with a 10% chance of being traded, though the market remains thin at the top.
Major League Baseball announced the starters for the 2025 All-Star Game, set for July 15 in Atlanta, with top vote-getters Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani earning automatic spots. The selections include notable players like Vladimir Guerrero Jr., José Ramírez, Freddie Freeman, and Francisco Lindor, highlighting standout performances from the first half of the season. Reserves and pitchers will be revealed soon, completing the All-Star roster.
The starters for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, scheduled for July 15 at Truist Park in Atlanta, have been announced, featuring top players like Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge across both leagues.
Ohio State maintained a strong presence of starters throughout their 38-15 victory over Indiana, with 19 of 22 starters playing at least 40 snaps. Despite a significant lead, the Buckeyes kept key players on the field, including quarterback Will Howard, who completed 22 of 26 passes for 201 yards and two touchdowns. The game saw limited playtime for backups, with only a few non-starters exceeding 20 snaps. Ohio State's strategy emphasized a consistent performance against the previously unbeaten Hoosiers.
Yahoo Sports' Stefan Milic shares his selections for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game starters and reserves, including Nikola Jokić, Anthony Davis, Kawhi Leonard, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Luka Dončić, Joel Embiid, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jayson Tatum, Tyrese Haliburton, and Donovan Mitchell among others, with detailed analysis of their performances and contributions to their teams.
The starters for the 2024 NBA All-Star Game will be revealed on Feb. 18 in Indianapolis, with fans' votes accounting for 50 percent of the tally. The Athletic's writers shared their ballots for starters, with notable selections including Tyrese Haliburton and Tyrese Maxey for the East backcourt, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncić for the West backcourt. The frontcourt selections featured familiar names such as Joel Embiid, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Durant, and LeBron James. Reserves will be announced on Feb. 1.
Two starters from the Celtics have been removed from the lineup due to injuries for their game against the Nuggets on Friday.
Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell defended his decision to play starters in the regular season finale against the Minnesota Vikings, despite two players suffering knee injuries. Campbell acknowledged the injuries weren't as bad as they looked but still concerning. The debate over playing starters arose as the Lions had already secured a playoff spot. Campbell explained that they needed to play all-in due to limited options and tried to manage the workload of star players. The injuries, including a significant one to tight end Sam LaPorta, have raised concerns about their playoff outlook.
As the NFL heads into Week 18, many teams are opting to rest their starters, making predictions more challenging. Marc from NN has made his picks, favoring teams like the Texans, Falcons, Jaguars, and others based on various factors such as player performance and team dynamics. The article also highlights six specific games to watch, with odds provided by DraftKings Sportsbook. Marc's overall prediction record stands at 150-105-2.
The Indigo Disk DLC for Pokemon Scarlet & Violet will include all the starters from previous generations, allowing players to catch iconic Pokemon from the past. The DLC offers new areas to explore, double fights, and the opportunity to catch new beasts alongside the returning starters.
Clemson expects two starters, Andrew Mukuba and Cole Turner, to miss their home opener. Turner had two catches for 21 yards in the previous game, while Mukuba recorded six tackles, 0.5 TFL, and a pass breakup. Clemson is heavily favored in the upcoming game against Charleston Southern.