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On Monday, defensive tackle Danny Saili flipped his commitment from Texas Tech to BYU. Saili, a three-star recruit from Hutchinson Community College, committed to the Red Raiders back in November over competing offers from Oklahoma, Miami, Arizona, Maryland, NC State, and a handful of Group of Five schools. He is a top-20 JUCO player in the country according to the recruiting services like 247Sports and Rivals. He has two years of eligibility remaining.
As part of his announcement, Saili clarified that this move was not driven by NIL. Rather, he was given "a chance to grow as a football player and as a member of the LDS church."
Saili's commitment to Texas Tech didn't keep the BYU coaching staff from reaching out and forming a relationship with him. BYU invited Saili on an official visit on the last weekend before signing day, and ultimately BYU showed enough on the official visit to get him to flip his commitment.
Saili has great size and 6'2 and 355 pounds. Even at 355 pounds, he moves very well. He can get off blocks with his strength or he can use his quickness to avoid blocks and get in running lanes. He has the talent to compete for a starting spot right away.
Saili is part of what is becoming an impressive defensive line class for BYU. Saili is arguably the best interior defensive line prospects to sign with the Cougars over the last several years. It's clear that BYU's new defensive staff is prioritizing the defensive line in this class. BYU has six defensive linemen committed in this class:
- Devoux Tuataga
- Adney Reid
- Siosefa Brown
- Dallin Johnson
- Luke To'omalatai
- Danny Saili
And BYU isn't done adding defensive linemen in this class. The Cougars are still in the running for players like Sani Tuala, Ephraim Asiata, Tonga Lolohea, Naki Tuakoi, and Kinilau Fonohema among others.
If BYU is able to land a few more players on that list, it could be the best defensive line class in BYU history. When Kalani Sitake was hired as BYU's head coach, the expectations of the defensive line were elevated. During his tenure, the defensive line has never been able to live up to those lofty expectations. This is the kind of recruiting class that could turn things around in the defensive trenches.
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Mohamed Sanu‘s playing days have officially come to an end. The veteran receiver announced on Friday that he has retired. “After 10+ years in the NFL, my playing chapter is closing,” Sanu wrote on X. “Grateful for every coach, teammate fan. Excited to give back through coaching share the game in a new way with the Facts Over Stats podcast. The Journey continues.” Mohamed Sanu hasn't played in years Sanu last played a regular-season game in 2021, and he very briefly spent time with the Dolphins the following summer. Given the time that has elapsed since Friday’s announcement, it is certainly an unexpected one. Nevertheless, it marks an end to the 36-year-old’s career as a player. Selected in the third round of the 2012 draft, Sanu played out his rookie contract with the Bengals. He established himself as a starting-caliber receiver during that period, a status that remained consistent throughout his Falcons tenure (2016-19). In the 2018 campaign, Sanu set a new personal mark with 838 receiving yards; that season also marked the only time one of his eight career pass attempts (four of which resulted in a touchdown) fell incomplete. After a midseason trade saw him finish the year with the Patriots, the Rutgers product split his time between the 49ers and Lions the following campaign. Sanu saw a downturn in usage and production during that span, and he remained a part-time contributor upon returning to San Francisco for 2021. After being released by the Dolphins in August 2022, no known visits took place, and no further playing opportunities presented themselves. Multiple years removed from his final playing action in the NFL, Sanu will now officially turn his attention to other pursuits. In all, he played 145 combined regular and postseason games and amassed nearly $32M in career earnings.
Details emerge on injury to Cowboys star wide receiver
The Dallas Cowboys’ defense endured another poor outing in Week 3. The team’s efforts to rebound will likely include a shorthanded unit on offense. CeeDee Lamb exited the Week 3 loss against the Bears with an ankle injury and did not return. It became clear afterwards that further testing would be needed to determine the severity of his injury. The All-Pro wideout now looks to be in line to miss time. “Certainly, he’s got a high ankle sprain and every one of those are different,” Cowboys COO Stephen Jones said of Lamb during a Monday appearance on 105.3 The Fan, via ESPN’s Todd Archer. “We’d love to have him back for Green Bay but at the same time we also got to understand the injury is what it is and we’ll play it out.” The Cowboys will play the Packers in Week 4, so Jones’ comments leave the door open to Lamb managing to avoid any missed time. Based on the reports which have emerged Monday afternoon, however, it appears far more likely Dallas will be without him for a short stretch. A timeline of two to four weeks is being considered internally, as first reported by Calvin Watkins of the Dallas Morning News. Since then, both Archer and WFAA’s Ed Werder have pointed to an absence between three and four weeks. Provided those are accurate, Lamb can be considered a lock to at least miss the Cowboys’ upcoming game against a Green Bay defense featuring Micah Parsons. Injured reserve is not being considered in this case, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports. As such, Lamb is eligible to return at any time without needing to miss a stretch of four games or longer. The four-time Pro Bowler being back at full strength will be critical for the Cowboys’ offense, of course. On the other hand, it would be sensible to proceed with caution while managing Lamb’s injury. That could especially be true with George Pickens in the fold. Pickens will be counted on to operate as Dallas’ top pass-catching option until Lamb is healthy. It will be interesting to see when that will prove to be the case as the Cowboys aim to improve on their 1-2 start.
'MNF' takeaways: Lions notch statement road win over Ravens
The Detroit Lions (2-1) came away with a major early-season statement road win against the Baltimore Ravens (1-2), 38-30, in the final game of the Week 3 calendar. Here are our takeaways from a "Monday Night Football" game we didn't want to end. Main takeaway: Shall we meet again in February? Apologies to the NFL's 30 other teams, but we've found our dream Super Bowl LX matchup. Give us Lions-Ravens Part II. The two playoff contenders put on a show in the Monday night thriller, going back-and-forth in a game neither team led by more than one possession until the Lions pulled ahead by 14 with 1:42 remaining in the fourth. Both quarterbacks were at the top of their games, with Jared Goff going 20-of-28 for 202 yards and a great touchdown to wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown to tie the game at 21 in the third. Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was also excellent (when he wasn't getting sacked), finishing 21-of-27 for 288 yards and three touchdowns. Perhaps we're still reeling from the bleak Chiefs-Giants "Sunday Night Football" game, but it was a treat seeing two excellent teams compete in primetime. We certainly aren't opposed to a rematch in February. Game MVP: Detroit Lions offensive line It's only right to give the entire Lions unit up front love after its brilliant performance. Left tackle Taylor Decker, left guard Christian Mahogany, center Graham Glasgow, right guard Tate Ratledge and right tackle Penei Sewell combined to control the line of scrimmage, preventing the Ravens from sacking Goff. Most impressive was how it fared in run-blocking situations. The Lions gained 225 yards on 37 carries (6.1 yards per attempt), led by David Montgomery, who had 12 carries for 151 yards, including a 72-yarder late in the third quarter. Detroit finished with four rushing touchdowns, tied for the most allowed by Baltimore at home in franchise history. (h/t Stathead) It showed its power on two goal-line scores, driving defenders out of the way to cap two long, 10-plus play drives. It's hard to win consistently in the NFL without a good offensive line, but that's not a concern for Detroit. Based on what it put on tape against the Ravens, it's among the Lions' biggest strengths. Play of the game: Lions 4th-and-1 touchdown to start the fourth quarter Ben Johnson who? Concerns grew this offseason over what the Lions offense would look like without Johnson's play design creativity, but first-year offensive coordinator John Morton put those concerns to rest with a call that would make his predecessor blush at the start of the fourth quarter. Facing a 4th-and-1 inside the Ravens' 5-yard line, Goff handed the ball to St. Brown, who quickly tossed it to Jahmyr Gibbs, leading to a Lions touchdown. It was perfectly executed, showing what a well-coached football team looks like. And the Lions didn't even need Johnson calling the shots.
Why did the Orioles activate star player during last week of season?
Ahead of the final six games of the season (all against American League East foes), the Baltimore Orioles have activated catcher Adley Rutschman. The move may have little to do with this season and everything about what the Orioles may do with Rutschman in the offseason. Sidelined with a right oblique strain since Aug. 21 (retroactive to Aug. 18), Rutschman has struggled this season, slashing just .227/.310/.373 with nine homers and 29 RBI. His OPS+ of 92 is the lowest in the four years he has been behind the plate in Baltimore. While the Orioles certainly would like to get the former No. 1 overall pick in the 2019 MLB Draft back behind the plate to finish out the season, this short six-game stint against the Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees may also serve as an audition for Rutschman should the Orioles decide to move him in the offseason. Why would the Orioles move on from Rutschman? After playing in just four games, Baltimore signed 21-year-old catcher Samuel Basallo to an eight-year extension worth $67M and could jump up to $88.5M with incentives. The deal means Basallo will be with Baltimore through the 2033 season and has an option to extend that to 2034 as well. With the Orioles investing so much in Basallo, could the 27-year-old Rutschman be on his way out of Charm City? Baltimore could well keep the younger and cost-controlled Basallo behind the plate and use Rutschman as a trade piece this offseason, helping the Orioles rebuild quickly from a season where they will likely finish in the division cellar. With Rutschman coming back, he has the chance to put a positive spin on what has been a disappointing season. If he can show well in the final six games, it could be a great selling point for the Orioles this offseason in any kind of trade talks surrounding him. Orioles are faced with one of two options with Basallo and Rutschman Baltimore interim manager Tony Mansolino has already hinted that Basallo and Rutschman could be in the same lineup together in 2026, emphasizing that Basallo could play first base (a position that could likely be his in 2026 if the Orioles decide to not push Coby Mayo there). Mansolino also added that between first base, catcher and designated hitter, there may be enough at-bats for both Basallo and Rutschman. If that's the case, Baltimore is believing that not only can Basallo play first base at an MLB-level (he has played there in one game so far this season) and Rutschman can bounce back from a down 2025. Baltimore could likely land a nice return package (perhaps centered around pitching) if it decides to trade Rutschman in the offseason, something that MLB insider Bob Nightengale of USA Today believes will happen, writing, "There will be no bigger position player on the trade block this winter than Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman." These next six games may not determine much in the standings for the Orioles, but could give a hint about Rutschman's future and what is to come at catcher in 2026.
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