Kernels CEO Doug Nelson to retire in June
Cedar Rapids Kernels chief executive Doug Nelson will retire in June after leading the Cedar Rapids Professional Baseball Club since 2003. Nelson guided the organization through MLB reorganization, COVID shutdowns, and a 2020 derecho, building long-standing ties with the Twins and local communities. He will assist the transition with Bowlsby Sports Advisors beginning in 2025.
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Lions kicker Bates shares faith as duty after game winner
Allen Park native Jake Bates rose from brick selling to NFL kicker for Detroit Lions. He credits Jesus for his journey, praising Stroud and Harbaugh as faith role models while discussing his mission to spread Christianity on and off the field. Bates notes his calling outweighs kicks and aims to use his platform to honor his faith.
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Drake Names Des Moines Coach Woodley to Lead Football
NAIA coaching veteran Joe Woodley was named head football coach at Drake University, after 17 seasons at Grand View where he built an undefeated 2024 season and an NAIA title. He joins a program aiming to rise to new heights at the FCS level. Georgia prepares backup Gunner Stockton for the Sugar Bowl after Carson Beck’s season-ending elbow injury in the SEC title game.
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Packers defense fuels playoff push after rout of Saints
Green Bay, 11 4, moved to 34 0 over New Orleans after a 30-13 win at Seattle. The defense swapped to a 4 3 scheme under Jeff Hafley, posted 28 takeaways and allowed 19.1 points per game, boosting belief in a Super Bowl run behind new playmakers like Edgerrin Cooper.
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