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Jones was arrested late Tuesday and charged with two misdemeanors — third-degree domestic violence criminal mischief and third-degree domestic violence harassment. MORE: Cardale Jones’ transfer prank | Schools that produce most draft picks since 2010 | SN Top 50 But in a Friday news release, the Tuscaloosa Police Department said that because Jones “attempted to deescalate the situation by contacting the Tuscaloosa Police Department,” that the TPD recommended to the Office of City Attorney that the charges against him be dropped....

Sporting News is one of five outlets is used to determine consensus All-Americans along with the American Football Coaches Association, Associated Press, Football Writers Association of America and Walter Camp Foundation. MORE: 2018 SN All-Americans Murray was named first team according to the AP and FWAA, while Tagovailoa was named first team by Sporting News, the AFCA and Walter Camp. Murray won the Heisman Trophy, ahead of second-place Tagovailoa, as well as the Davey O’Brien and AP Player of the Year awards....

It’s no secret that Remedy is working on at least one project that’s going to follow up Control by being set in the same universe. It doesn’t seem like a coincidence that Alan Wake was such a major part of Control’s DLC, so it seems like the two games will be important for whatever comes next for the series. Whether Wake returns as a playable character or if he just makes appearances similar to his role in the AWE DLC, it is a good thing that a remastered version of the game that started it all is in the works....

The 22-year-old defender made 30 league appearances as Torino finished seventh, scoring his first goal for the club in a 1-0 win over Udinese in February. An FA Youth Cup and UEFA Youth League winner during his time at the Chelsea academy, Aina made just three Premier League appearances during his time with the Blues, all of which came in his second season as a senior professional as Antonio Conte guided the club to the Premier League title....

Experts in health, the built environment and microbiology at the University of Oregon and the University of California, Davis, made the recommendations by reviewing existing studies on germs including SARS-CoV-2 (the virus which causes COVID-19 disease). They also looked at data on other members of the large coronavirus family of bugs which trigger severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS). They published their findings in the journal mSystems....

The sign at a U.S. airfield in Saudi Arabia says it all: SEND US IN TO KICK SOME OR SEND US HOME TO GET SOME. Fighter jocks have always been a gung-ho breed. But as war looms, the confidence of American pilots in the Persian Gulf is soaring. At one frontline air base in Saudi Arabia, pilots of the 71st Tactical Fighter Squadron have already designed a symbol to paint on their fuselages after each Iraqi jet they shoot down: a neat triangle of green and red, two colors of the Iraqi flag....

The Dutch champions parted with their two brightest stars during the close season as midfielder De Jong moved to Barcelona and defender De Ligt joined Juventus. The pair had been instrumental in Ajax’s stunning run to the Champions League semi-finals, starting 17 games apiece. Erik ten Hag’s men return to European action against Ligue 1 side Lille on Tuesday and winger Tadic believes success on the continent remains within reach....

Here are 10 things you need to know about Ajay Thakur: #1 He was born on 1 May 1986 in the Dabhota village of Nalagarh district of Himachal Pradesh. He pursued his graduation from his birthplace itself (Government Post Graduate College). His father is a former Kabaddi player and coach while his cousin Rakesh has also played for the Indian National Men’s Kabaddi team. Undoubtedly, Kabaddi runs in the blood of the family....

Capone, also known as “Scarface,” gained notoriety in the Prohibition era as the head of the Chicago Outfit, an organized crime syndicate that was part of the Italian mafia. Once dubbed “Public Enemy Number 1,” Capone was jailed at Alcatraz for tax evasion before his release and death in 1947. Brian Witherell of Witherell’s Auction House called the upcoming auction of Capone’s belongings a “glimpse into this American legend’s lifestyle....

Franken, a comedian who resigned from the Senate in 2018 following allegations of sexual harassment, made the withering criticism on his podcast posted on Sunday. His remarks follow mounting disapproval of the top-rated Fox News host after clips of Carlson defending President Vladimir Putin and minimizing the country’s aggression toward Ukraine on his show were featured on Russian state television. “I’m glad someone in our country is giving aid and comfort to the Russians,” Franken said sarcastically during an interview with journalist Michael Weiss....

Golden, who played at Penn State from 1987-91 and spent a season there as an assistant, said Sunday that he is not a candidate. MORE: Strong to Texas | Right fit for Longhorns? | Top 10 coaching jobs “There has been much speculation concerning my future at the University of Miami,” Golden said in a statement. “While I am flattered that our progress at The U during an extremely difficult period of time is recognized, I am also appreciative of just what we have here at UM and I am not a candidate for another position....

This week, our Exit Panel talks Alabama — it’s unavoidable, people — the Heisman race and the 2014 playoff. Q: We lost one of the BCS contenders this week with Oregon’s loss to Stanford. Rank your top 5 teams. Anthony McFarland: Alabama, FSU, Baylor, Ohio State, Stanford Jake Plummer: Alabama, FSU, Stanford, Ohio State, Baylor Butch Woolfolk: Alabama, FSU, Ohio State, Baylor, Auburn Jared Zabransky: Alabama, FSU, Stanford, Ohio State, Baylor...

The visiting Patriots trailed Wetumpka 30-28 with two seconds left in regulation and the ball near their 40-yard line. Because a field goal was out of the question, Hillcrest coach Sam Adams called “Bronco” — a play inspired by Boise State. MORE: Full TV coverage for Week 2 games as ACC, Big 12 open seasons Nine laterals and nearly one minute later, Hillcrest pulled off the incredible 34-30 victory after quarterback Ethan Crawford picked up a fumbled ball and ran 46 yards for the game-winning touchdown — breaking the hearts of Wetumpka faithful in the stands in the process....

The Crimson Tide had outscored opponents 152-18 since it last surrendered a touchdown before Florida’s first drive Saturday. MORE: How much is enough for playoff? The Gators, who ranked 104th nationally in total offense entering the game, moved the ball with ease while a battered Alabama secondary struggled to keep up with the Florida’s receivers. The Gators jumped out to a 7-0 first quarter lead. Thankfully, for Alabama, its defense made up for it, scoring two non-offensive touchdowns, the first since the A&M game, bringing the Tide ’s tally of non-offensive touchdowns to 14, the most in the country ....

They represent an unprecedented breakthrough in the NFL for the Crimson Tide in that they’re the first quarterbacks taken in the first round of consecutive drafts; they’re also the program’s first first-round selections since Richard Todd was drafted sixth overall in 1976. Apart from Bart Starr, Joe Namath and Kenny Stabler — Super Bowl winners and Hall of Famers all — Alabama has otherwise had middling to poor quarterback play in the NFL, from Jeff Rutledge and Mike Shula to Brodie Croyle and AJ McCarron....

Alabama, after its overtime win at LSU, has regained its status as the favorite at 3-to-1 odds. The Crimson Tide surpassed Oregon on the Westgate futures board, even though the Ducks’ price was shortened slightly, from 9-to-2 a week ago to 4-to-1 currently. ‘Bama still has a couple of potential pitfalls ahead – home games vs. Mississippi State (coming up this week) and in the Iron Bowl against Auburn. The Tide are about touchdown favorites over the Bulldogs this week....

Alabama (14-1) had never lost by more than 14 points under Nick Saban, but Clemson (15-0) dominated in every facet of the game, seizing the lead in the second quarter and never looking back. Clemson claimed its third national title in school history after previously winning in the 1981 and 2016 seasons. The Tigers have matched Alabama with two head-to-head Playoff wins in the last four years. RELATED READING • Alabama begins its next climb after Playoff tumble against Clemson• Clemson’s historic beatdown of Alabama puts rivalry on different level• Trevor Lawrence’s brilliance against Alabama is only beginning...

Quarterback Bryce Young made a record-setting debut as the Crimson Tide’s starter. He became the first quarterback in program history to throw four passing touchdowns in his first start. He threw three of them in the first half against a veteran Miami defense. Young exited the game in the final minutes after going 27 for 38 for 344 yards, the four touchdowns and zero interceptions. “Congratulations to Alabama,” Hurricanes coach Manny Diaz said following the game....

Pardew, who is currently in talks with Palace to extend a contract that runs out in 2018, has already been linked to take up the England job as Roy Hodgson’s successor. We want Pardew to stay: Parish Talking about the situation, Parish told BBC Radio 5 live, ”We want Alan to stay at the club a very long time, but who knows what will happen, if Real Madrid want Alan Pardew then I’m sure we wouldn’t stand in his way....