Good morning, Sports fans! And we’ve got a HUGE Sports Report for ya filled with all kinds of breaking news…so let’s not waste time…THIS JUST IN—
—We start with football where we have breaking news…according to ESPN…Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots are expected to part ways Thursday after a remarkable 24 seasons together, ending an unmatched run in NFL history that included six Super Bowl titles. Belichick helped lead the Patriots to nine Super Bowl appearances and six Super Bowl titles. Belichick, 71, leaves New England with 333 career victories, ranking second all-time behind Don Shula and his 347, 17 division titles, the most by a head coach in NFL history…and two Super Bowl rings as Defensive Coordinator of all time.
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – JANUARY 07: New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick looks on in the first half at Gillette Stadium on January 07, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
It’s a pretty shocking development since Belichick has spoken on Monday to the press and stated that he wanted to return as Patriots coach. He said that he was willing to give up general managers duties, but that he’d still like to stay on as head coach. But something must have changed as sometimes yesterday he seemed to have changed his mind. He and Patriots owner Robert Kraft talked and there was said to be no serious disagreement…but that both men decided it was best to change course.
FOXBORO, MA – JANUARY 22: Robert Kraft, owner and CEO of the New England Patriots (L), and head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots look on after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers 36-17 to win the AFC Championship Game at Gillette Stadium on January 22, 2017 in Foxboro, Massachusetts.
Of course, Belichick’s collaboration with legendary quarterback Tom Brady is also iconic…and we’ve never seen a head coach-quarterback combination that successful in the NFL ever. Period. The guys made insane history together.
FOXBORO, MA – JANUARY 16: Tom Brady #12 and head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots shake hands at the start of the AFC Divisional Playoff Game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Gillette Stadium on January 16, 2016 in Foxboro, Massachusetts.
Meanwhile, Belichick has not stated that he is done with coaching completely. I’m sure there will be interest from other NFL teams…how could there not be? So the question is: would you want Belichick to coach your team? It’d be hard to say no. I’m Davey Mac…now on to the rest of the Scoreboard!
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – DECEMBER 26: Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots looks on from the sidelines during the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills at Gillette Stadium on December 26, 2021 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.
NIck Saban Suddenly Resigns From Alabama
Now to college football as major news has developed as legendary Alabama head coach Nick Saban has announced that he’s resigning after seventeen seasons at the school (much to everyone’s surprise). Saban won seven National Championships…six with Alabama and one with LSU…more than any other coach in College Football history. He also won 12 conference championships and 19 bowl wins…and in 28 years as a college coach overall…he never had a losing season. The greatest of all time.
COLLEGE STATION, TX – SEPTEMBER 14: Head Coach Nick Saban of the Alabama Crimson Tide celebrates after a third quarter touchdown during the game against the Texas A&M Aggies at Kyle Field on September 14, 2013 in College Station, Texas.
Pete Carroll Fired By Seahawks
Back to the NFL where had a still another shocker as well…after 14 seasons…the Seattle Seahawks have fired head coach Pete Carroll…who has won a Super Bowl, 2 NFC Championships, and 10 playoff appearances and with the team. Over the last 14 seasons, the Seahawks’ .606 winning percentage in regular-season games ranks sixth-best in the NFL. Pete Carroll is also one of just three coaches to win a Super Bowl and College Football National Championship…as he won with USC. Great career.
SEATTLE, WA – JANUARY 10: Head coach Pete Carroll of the Seattle Seahawks looks on against the Carolina Panthers in the first half during the 2015 NFC Divisional Playoff game at CenturyLink Field on January 10, 2015 in Seattle, Washington.
Wink Martindale & Giants Parting Ways
Meanwhile, ESPN reports that the Giants and defensive coordinator Wink Martindale have mutually agreed to part ways, the team announced Wednesday. Martindale is free to sign elsewhere without restrictions. The Giants will keep the $3 million he was owed.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – AUGUST 21: Defensive coordinator Don Martindale of the New York Giants looks on during warmups of a preseason game against the Cincinnati Bengals at MetLife Stadium on August 21, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Sixers Fall To Atlanta
Basketball. The 76’ers lost to the Hawks…139 to 132. Sixers star Joel Embiid missed his second game in a row due to injury. The Sixers drop to 23 and 13.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 10: Travis Sanheim #6 of the Philadelphia Flyers and Brendan Gallagher #11 of the Montreal Canadiens challenge for the puck during the first period at the Wells Fargo Center on January 10, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
NBA Tonight: Knicks Vs. Mavs
Tonight Knicks take on the Mavericks in Dallas. The Knicks are on a five-game win streak and…at 22 and 15…are 4th in the East.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 09: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks dribbles during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Madison Square Garden on January 09, 2024 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
Nets Vs. Cavs
The Nets play the Cavaliers in Cleveland. The Nets are 16 and 21.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 22: Mikal Bridges #1 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Barclays Center on December 22, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
Flyers Take Down Montreal
Hockey. The Flyers beat the Canadiens…3 to 2. The Flyers are 21-14-6.
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 10: Travis Sanheim #6 of the Philadelphia Flyers and Brendan Gallagher #11 of the Montreal Canadiens challenge for the puck during the first period at the Wells Fargo Center on January 10, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Hockey Tonight: Devils Vs. Tampa
The Devils and Rangers were off. This evening the Devils face the Lightning in Tampa. The Devils are 21-15-2.
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY – JANUARY 06: Brendan Smith #2 of the New Jersey Devils (2nd-L) celebrates his third period goal against the Vancouver Canucks at Prudential Center on January 06, 2024 in Newark, New Jersey.
Rangers Vs. St. Louis
The Rangers go against the Blues in St.Louis. The Rangers are 26-11-2.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JANUARY 08: Chris Kreider #20 of the New York Rangers reacts to the loss to the Vancouver Canucks after the game at Madison Square Garden on January 08, 2024 in New York City. The Vancouver Canucks defeated the New York Rangers 6-3.
Mets Acquire Infielder
Baseball. The Mets have acquired minor league infielder Diego Castillo. Castillo hit .313 with 33 doubles, three home runs, 72 RBIs and 13 stolen bases in 124 games at Triple-A Reno (an affiliate with the Diamondbacks).
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 22: Diego Castillo #64 of the Arizona Diamondbacks poses for a portrait during photo day at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick on February 22, 2023 in Scottsdale, Arizona.
That's Today's Davey Mac Sports Report!
