How NFL awards compensatory picks and why 49ers, Rams have 5 extra selections

The 2024 NFL Draft is here, and 14 teams received additional picks beyond the standard allotment when the league awarded 34 compensatory draft picks in early March.
Compensatory picks are awarded to teams based on the number of compensatory free agents that leave the team and are awarded on top of the seven picks (one in each round) NFL teams are allocated.
“Under the rules for compensatory draft selections, a team losing more or better compensatory free agents (“CFA”) than it acquires in the previous year is eligible to receive compensatory draft picks,” reads the NFL policy.

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Hull boss Rosenior seethes at touchline ban

This post was originally published on BBC Football Hull City’s Liam Rosenior says managers should have the right to appeal touchline bans after sitting in the stands for a crucial match.

Quartararo: Yamaha MotoGP satellite team “must be an extension of the factory”

This post was originally published on Autosport The Japanese marque has been without a customer outfit since the end of the 2022 season, when the former RNF squad elected to sign a multi-year deal with Aprilia.In recent years, the importance of strong satellite structures has become a key element for a manufacturer’s success in MotoGP… Continue reading Quartararo: Yamaha MotoGP satellite team “must be an extension of the factory”

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Who will win the Premier League?

This post was originally published on BBC Football It is the closest three-way Premier League title race for years – but will Arsenal, Liverpool or Manchester City win it?

Arne Slot’s ‘philosophy’ could suit Liverpool – Virgil van Dijk

Virgil van Dijk says Feyenoord head coach Arne Slot’s footballing “philosophy” makes him an appropriate candidate to become Jurgen Klopp’s successor at Liverpool.
The Athletic reported on Wednesday that Liverpool have had an opening bid for Slot rejected after making the Dutchman their preferred choice to replace Klopp — who will step down at the end of the season after nine years at the helm.
An opening offer of €9million (£7.7m, $9.6m) was knocked back, with Fenway Sports Group’s CEO of football Michael Edwards and new sporting director Richard Hughes leading…

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Pedrosa “didn't expect” Jerez MotoGP return in 2024 but pushed by testing intrigue

This post was originally published on Autosport The retired 31-time MotoGP race winner stepped away from full-time racing at the end of 2018 but has made sporadic wildcard outings since joining KTM as a test rider.Pedrosa raced at the Spanish GP and San Marino GP in 2023, finishing fourth in the latter and seventh in… Continue reading Pedrosa “didn't expect” Jerez MotoGP return in 2024 but pushed by testing intrigue

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Deontay Wilder is back in the old routine

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Deontay Wilder insists the fire is back in his belly simply because he is being encouraged to return to the spiteful “Bronze Bomber” of old, writes Declan Taylor
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DTM 2024 entry list: Who is driving in the DTM this year?

This post was originally published on Autosport A total of 20 drivers are competing in the DTM in 2024, representing nine teams and seven different manufacturers.The youngest driver on the grid is 19-year-old Ben Dorr, while Maro Engel is now the oldest racer in the field at 37 following the exit of Franck Perera.Eight of… Continue reading DTM 2024 entry list: Who is driving in the DTM this year?

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Bournemouth confirm pre-season tour of United States

Bournemouth have confirmed they will spend pre-season in the United States this summer.
The Premier League club have announced they will head to Los Angeles, California with the playing squad, including USMNT captain Tyler Adams, to be based at the training facilities of MLS team LA Galaxy.
They also toured the U.S. back in 2016.
The two-week trip will see the club play their first two friendlies of pre-season and will also take in a visit to Santa Barbara.

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Lamborghini not concerned over Le Mans reliability despite rain-interrupted test

This post was originally published on Autosport The track was wet for the majority of the three days of testing at Portimao for the single long-distance test scheduled by Lamborghini and its Iron Lynx factory squad ahead of the double-points round of the World Endurance Championship on 15-16 June, team principal Andrea Piccini has revealed. But… Continue reading Lamborghini not concerned over Le Mans reliability despite rain-interrupted test

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Born Champion: Jaron Ennis believes he is the world’s number one

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Jaron “Boots” Ennis has recently replaced Terence Crawford as the IBF welterweight belt-holder, signed with Matchroom, and been told that he will defend his title in his home city against his mandatory challenger Cody Crawley
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Why Turkington's desire for a record fifth BTCC crown can't be questioned

This post was originally published on Autosport Seven stars from the 2024 British Touring Car Championship turned up a couple of weeks ago to do battle at the Goodwood Members’ Meeting, but one of its most celebrated didn’t, even though he’s a regular at the Sussex circuit’s retro extravaganzas. For four-time champion Colin Turkington, Goodwood… Continue reading Why Turkington's desire for a record fifth BTCC crown can't be questioned

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McLaughlin denies St. Pete IndyCar advantage through illegal push to pass restart

This post was originally published on Autosport McLaughlin finished third in St. Petersburg while team-mate Josef Newgarden took the win, but both drivers were disqualified for illegally being able to use push-to-pass on the restarts.Will Power, who drives the third entry for Team Penske, received a 10-point penalty but was not disqualified after it was discovered… Continue reading McLaughlin denies St. Pete IndyCar advantage through illegal push to pass restart

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USMNT in trouble at Copa without Sergiño Dest & would Alexi Lalas return to a front office role?

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse discussed the Sergiño Dest injury news being confirmed that he will be out for at least nine months with a ‘serious’ knee injury. They discussed what it means for the USMNT going forward and how it affects their ability to get out of the Copa America group stage. Additionally, a fan on X asked Alexi if he would ever make a return to the managing side of an MLS team – Check out his surprising response! Lastly, the guys also give a history lesson on the State of the Union Podcast.

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Magazine: F1 Chinese GP, WEC Imola and WRC Croatia review

This post was originally published on Autosport Last weekend’s motorsport featured all of the above – and that’s before we get on to Formula 1’s return to China. And all of them feature in this week’s edition of Autosport magazine, out today (25 April).Tom Howard was in Eastern Europe to describe how a three-way contest… Continue reading Magazine: F1 Chinese GP, WEC Imola and WRC Croatia review

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Mercedes taking action to cure F1 car's “underlying balance” problem

This post was originally published on Autosport The German manufacturer has endured a challenging start to the 2024 campaign, with its W15 showing flashes of speed but struggling to deliver consistency through race weekends.Lewis Hamilton and George Russell have battled a ‘knife-edge’ feeling at times, as Mercedes has failed to nail a set-up that exploits… Continue reading Mercedes taking action to cure F1 car's “underlying balance” problem

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Keefe: Marchand making 'art' of dodging penalties

Leafs coach Sheldon Keefe called it “unbelievable” what Bruins forward Brad Marchand was able to do in Boston’s 4-2 win over Toronto in Game 3 of their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series on Wednesday.

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Bears unveil $5B proposal for new dome stadium

The Chicago Bears unveiled a nearly $5 billion proposal Wednesday for an enclosed stadium next door to their current home at Soldier Field as part of a major project that would transform the city’s lakefront.

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Newgarden stripped of win for software violation

Josef Newgarden’s win in IndyCar’s season-opening race at St. Petersburg was disqualified Wednesday because Team Penske manipulated its push-to-pass system during the race, making Pato O’Ward the winner.

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Angels dispute controversial review in loss to O's

Replay review of an initial out call on Jo Adell’s attempted steal of second base with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning was not overturned, resulting in the Angels’ 6-5 loss to the Orioles.

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Bengals DE Hendrickson requests to be traded

Bengals three-time Pro Bowl defensive end Trey Hendrickson wants more long-term security than the team has offered and has requested to be traded, his agent confirmed to ESPN.

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My Mate's A Footballer

This post was originally published on BBC Football Joe and Pat are reunited to discuss pressure and the birth of Pat’s second child.

Best Mic'd Up Moments of Week 4 | UFL

United Football League players including Stallions’ Adrian Martinez, Showboats’ Case Cookus and more are MIC’D UP for week four and here are some of their BEST MOMENTS!

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Lookman helps Atalanta to Coppa Italia final

This post was originally published on BBC Football Atalanta score twice in injury time – with ex-Everton forward Ademola Lookman on target – as they beat Fiorentina to reach the Coppa Italia final.

Eddie Hearn makes the case for Israil Madrimov to beat Terence Crawford

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Having been on the losing side against Crawford before Hearn says, “Now it’s time to break his heart”
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Jarrell Miller still motivated to face Anthony Joshua, wants rematch with Daniel Dubois

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The controversial American tells Boxing News that Joshua “don’t look good against too many boxers lately”
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Slot – the 'control freak' inspired by Guardiola

This post was originally published on BBC Football With Liverpool set to open talks with Arne Slot over their manager’s job, BBC Sport looks at the Feyenoord head coach’s qualities, and the inspiration he has taken from Pep Guardiola.

Andy Ruiz Jr says he’s two wins away from facing Joshua, Wilder or Parker

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The former unified heavyweight champion starts his road back to big fights on August 3 when he faces Jarrell Miller as part of another Riyadh Season bumper card
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Brake issues hindered Rosenqvist’s chances of IndyCar victory in Long Beach

This post was originally published on Autosport The Swede led opening lap, which started under caution due to a race control issue, but quickly lost out to fellow front row starter Will Power once the green flag came out on lap two of 85.It proved to mark the beginning of a downward slide, as Rosenqvist quickly fell to… Continue reading Brake issues hindered Rosenqvist’s chances of IndyCar victory in Long Beach

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Peaty calls for greater anti-doping transparency

Olympic champion Adam Peaty calls for greater anti-doping transparency in sport after it emerged 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for a banned substance before the Tokyo 2020 Games.

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Krack: Aston Martin frustrated by inconsistent F1 penalty decisions

This post was originally published on Autosport In Saturday’s sprint race, Alonso was given a 10-second penalty for a glancing collision with Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz towards the end of the race, which resulted in Alonso retiring with a puncture.The next day Stroll received a similar penalty for crashing into the back of RB’s Daniel Ricciardo… Continue reading Krack: Aston Martin frustrated by inconsistent F1 penalty decisions

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Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov heads all-star card confirmed for August 3 in Los Angeles

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The all-star card also features Andy Ruiz, Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz, David Morrell, Andy Cruz and more
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Gravel Notes Podcast: WRC Croatia review

This post was originally published on Autosport Toyota driver Ogier and his co-driver Vincent Landais were locked in a three-way fight with title contenders Elfyn Evans and Thierry Neuville before an incident-filled stage 18 ultimately decided the rally in the eight-time world champion’s favour.Ogier took the victory, claiming his 100th career WRC podium in the… Continue reading Gravel Notes Podcast: WRC Croatia review

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Penske's Newgarden loses St. Pete IndyCar race win after violation

This post was originally published on Autosport Both drivers were struck from the results for wrongfully being able to use push-to-pass on restarts. The third Team Penske entry of Will Power received a 10-point penalty but was not stripped of his finish.Arrow McLaren’s Pato O’Ward has been promoted to victory, with Power moved up to second… Continue reading Penske's Newgarden loses St. Pete IndyCar race win after violation

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Obituary: Successful tin-top racer and Demon Tweeks founder Alan Minshaw dies aged 88

This post was originally published on Autosport Only by suffering a heart attack at his beloved Oulton Park’s Gold Cup event, where expert medical care was at hand, did he enjoy several bonus years.A natural salesman, Liverpudlian Minshaw identified a lucrative niche market for mail order go-faster equipment and racewear.Having founded Demon Tweeks in 1971,… Continue reading Obituary: Successful tin-top racer and Demon Tweeks founder Alan Minshaw dies aged 88

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Day named FA director of women's football

This post was originally published on BBC Football The Football Association (FA) appoint Sue Day as its new director of women’s football, replacing the outgoing Sue Campbell in December 2024.

Ricciardo felt “rapid” before Stroll F1 clash in China

This post was originally published on Autosport Under a mid-race safety car, Aston Martin driver Stroll clattered into the back of Ricciardo at the hairpin, which forced the Australian to retire with car damage.Ricciardo was furious with Stroll’s refusal to take blame for the incident, while the Canadian labelled his penalty a “joke”.But amid a… Continue reading Ricciardo felt “rapid” before Stroll F1 clash in China

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Auction raises more than €50K for Craig Breen Foundation

This post was originally published on Autosport The auction organised to mark the one-year anniversary of much-loved World Rally Championship driver Craig Breen’s death in a testing accident was supported by the Hyundai team the Irishman drove for from 2019-2021 and in 2023, with numerous items donated.The list of items up for auction included crash… Continue reading Auction raises more than €50K for Craig Breen Foundation

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Power “didn't have any defence” against Dixon with tyre strategy at Long Beach

This post was originally published on Autosport Dixon sliced ahead of Power on lap 24, taking the benefit of his fresh set of alternate tyres, and went on to score a famous victory by managing his fuel saving to perfection.Power started the race from the front row on his softer-compound rubber, and jumped ahead of… Continue reading Power “didn't have any defence” against Dixon with tyre strategy at Long Beach

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Fearless Leader: Thank you, Matt Christie

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Matt Christie managed to balance passion and professionalism like no one else in the sport, writes Elliot Worsell
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Ferrari announces HP as new F1 team title sponsor

This post was originally published on Autosport Hewlett Packard announced it is set to join Ferrari as its new title partner, renaming the official team name to Scuderia Ferrari HP in what has been called a “multi-year” deal.The American technology company and its distinctive blue logo will feature on Ferrari’s F1 livery from next week’s… Continue reading Ferrari announces HP as new F1 team title sponsor

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Raul Fernandez set to get 2024 Aprilia MotoGP bike at Jerez

This post was originally published on Autosport Fernandez was the only rider within the Aprilia contingent to start the season with last year’s bike, with team-mate Miguel Oliveira getting the latest-spec machinery in 2024 following the takeover of RNF Racing by American outfit Trackhouse.Originally, it had been communicated to Fernandez that he would move to… Continue reading Raul Fernandez set to get 2024 Aprilia MotoGP bike at Jerez

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Ford simulator boosting M-Sport WRC Puma performances

This post was originally published on Autosport The Frenchman highlighted that recent simulator sessions at the Ford Performance Technical Centre’s simulator in America Charlotte, North Carolina, had played a role in helping improve the M-Sport Ford Puma Rally1’s performance on Croatia’s asphalt stages last weekend.While Ford is not currently operating as a fully-fledged factory team in the WRC,… Continue reading Ford simulator boosting M-Sport WRC Puma performances

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Mooted F1 points system like “putting a plaster on a big cut” – Ocon

This post was originally published on Autosport As revealed by Autosport ahead of the Chinese GP, the FIA, FOM and F1 teams are to discuss the idea of increasing the points-scoring positions down to 12th, two more than currently on offer.The change would result in just eight cars not scoring points in Sunday races.While that… Continue reading Mooted F1 points system like “putting a plaster on a big cut” – Ocon

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Same driver quality, less carnage with smaller 2024 DTM grid – van der Linde

This post was originally published on Autosport Only 20 cars are entered for the full 2024 DTM season, marking the fewest entries seen in the championship since it switched to GT3 regulations in 2021.High operating costs, reduced manufacturer support and economic conditions at large have been cited as key reasons behind the decline in participation… Continue reading Same driver quality, less carnage with smaller 2024 DTM grid – van der Linde

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Top five roles on Motorsport Jobs this week

This post was originally published on Autosport 1. FIA – Road Sport Safety Manager – GenevaThe FIA is recruiting a Road Sport Safety Manager.As the Road Sport Safety Manager you will apply your expertise and knowledge to improve safety on Road Sport disciplines worldwide. This will include identifying and managing the safety risks to competitors,… Continue reading Top five roles on Motorsport Jobs this week

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Editor’s Letter: It’s time to say goodbye

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It is with sadness that I write my final editor’s letter, but I thank each of you for the unforgettable ride
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Peugeot won't replace Vergne, Vandoorne for Spa WEC amid Formula E clash

This post was originally published on Autosport The French manufacturer has not nominated a replacement for either Jean-Eric Vergne or Stoffel Vandoorne, who will be competing with Peugeot sister marque DS and Penske in the clashing Berlin round of the Formula E World Championship on the weekend of 11/12 May.It means Nico Muller and Mikkel… Continue reading Peugeot won't replace Vergne, Vandoorne for Spa WEC amid Formula E clash

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Why Audi and Verstappen have complicated Formula 1’s driver market decisions

This post was originally published on Autosport While we have had some important decisions made already – like Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari and Fernando Alonso re-committing to Aston Martin – there remains a great deal still to be sorted.What is perhaps most fascinating though is that not everyone is running to the same timing agenda,… Continue reading Why Audi and Verstappen have complicated Formula 1’s driver market decisions

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Still Waiting: Sandor Martin is ready to take Devin Haney’s belt

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Sandor Martin, the number one contender for Devin Haney’s WBC super-lightweight belt, tells Elliot Worsell he will do what Ryan Garcia failed to do
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‘Metronomic’ Verstappen may rule F1, but it won’t last forever – Horner

This post was originally published on Autosport Max Verstappen has turned F1 into a one-man show over recent seasons, as Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz is the only other driver to have won a race since last year’s Azerbaijan Grand Prix.And despite rivals throwing everything they can at trying to close down Red Bull’s advantage, the world… Continue reading ‘Metronomic’ Verstappen may rule F1, but it won’t last forever – Horner

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Robbie Davies Jr to face former world champion Sergey Lipinets on May 8

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The Liverpudlian will have former lightweight champion Anthony Crolla in his corner for the first time, writes Shaun Brown
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