NFL weighs changes to catch rule at meetings in Orlando
The NFL competition committee proposes abolishing ground contact language and requiring control plus two feet down or a football move to deem a catch. Rich McKay and Al Riveron said the goal is to turn questionable receptions like Dez Bryant and Jesse James into confirmed catches, with officials focusing on on-field calls and video review.
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Shurmur expects Beckham to join Giants workouts
Giants coach Pat Shurmur says Odell Beckham Jr is expected to attend the offseason program starting in April. Beckham, coming off a broken left ankle, has faced trade rumors and questions about a contract. Shurmur stressed readiness to work and the need for proper conduct amid off field scrutiny.
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Sabres star Eichel decries drought as rebuild lingers
Buffalo captain Jack Eichel expresses disbelief at the team's playoff drought over three years since his arrival. He notes Buffalo has finished no better than 14th in the Eastern Conference since 2012-13 and risks last place again, while other teams like Colorado and New Jersey turn the corner. Connor McDavid and the Oilers, despite MVP form, miss the playoffs again.
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Cautionary tale: bottoming out in 2015 draft fails to guarantee wins
The 2015 draft shows bottoming out rarely yields quick turnarounds. Arizona and other top-five teams missed playoffs this year while Vegas proves success can come from building a strong team rather than high picks. Flames of debate over losing to win persist as teams face mixed results.
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Ohtani to pitch debut for Angels in season start at Oakland
Los Angeles Angels plan a six man rotation with Shohei Ohtani set to start Sunday against the A's after being moved from designated hitter duties. Mike Scioscia noted Ohtani could reach mid to high 80s in pitches, aiming to go over 90 if possible. A sewage leak halted Tuesday's Dodgers game, delaying Ohtani at bats. The Angels open home season vs Cleveland Monday. Roster updates: Carlos Perez DFA'd. Luke Bard Jerry Marte Noe Ramirez made the team.
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