A winless road trip so far for the Carolina Hurricanes hit another bump when they learned they will be without star forward Andrei Svechnikov. At Tuesday’s morning skate in Ottawa, Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour told the media Svechnikov will be “out for at least a while’ with an upper-body injury. Please click here for more.
Former Duke QB picks Notre Dame
Former Duke quarterback Riley Leonard committed to Notre Dame, he announced Tuesday. In a video posted on social media, Leonard walks through Notre Dame Stadium and appears in the team’s locker room. “A dream come true,” Leonard wrote in the post. “Go Irish.” Please click here for more.
Drake Maye skipping bowl game, declaring for 2024 NFL Draft
One of the best quarterbacks to ever suit up for the North Carolina Tar Heels is officially taking his talents to the next level. UNC quarterback Drake Maye announced Monday that his college career is over, deciding he won’t play in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl against West Virginia and will declare for the 2024 NFL Draft. Please click here for more.
The case for Sam Howell to make his first Pro Bowl
The Washington Commanders, formerly the Redskins, see so much promise in the fifth-round pick from North Carolina. He might be sacked more than any other quarterback in the league but his highs put him among the best signal-callers playing today. There’s even some hope that Washington’s two-decade search for a long-term answer at the position might be over. Please click here for more.
NC State’s Wilson wins award for nation’s top defensive player
NC State’s Payton Wilson won the Butkus Award earlier this week, naming him the best Linebacker in college football. Tonight he won the Bednarik Award, which has been given out annually to the best defensive player in college football since 1995. Please click here for more.
Wake Forest soph WR Wesley Grimes transfers to NC State
NC State succeeded in its second attempt at landing local wide receiver Wesley Grimes Friday. Grimes was a former Rivals.com four-star prospect in the class of 2021, but he picked Wake Forest over NC State, Notre Dame, North Carolina and Clemson, among others. Please click here for more.
Tez Walker Will Enter 2024 NFL Draft, Opt Out of Mayo Bowl
North Carolina wide receiver Tez Walker will enter the 2024 NFL Draft, sources confirmed on Friday. Over the last couple weeks, sources within the UNC program have been optimistic about Walker’s return, especially as both sides were coming close to an agreement on an NIL deal for next year. However, once Walker’s camp determined a projection that he’ll be drafted within the first two rounds, the decision was made this week to turn pro. Please click here for more.
Calgary Flames come from behind to edge Carolina Hurricanes 3-2
Blake Coleman scored short-handed and had an assist for the Calgary Flames in a 3-2 come-from-behind win over the visiting Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday. Please click here for more.
Hurricanes buying Backyard Bistro, will host team’s sportsbook
The Carolina Hurricanes are purchasing a restaurant near PNC Arena, and it will house a sportsbook beginning next year. The Hurricanes’ purchase of Backyard Bistro will close by the end of the year. Please click here for more.
Duke hiring Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz as new football coach
Duke University has found itself a new head football coach. Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz has accepted the job to take over the reins of the Blue Devils football program, the university announced Thursday night. Please click here for more.