
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin is targeting Kansas’ Jeff Grimes as its next offensive coordinator, a source briefed on the discussions told The Athletic . ESPN first reported that Wisconsin was targeting Grimes. Grimes has more than 30 years of coaching experience and has served as an offensive coordinator for the past seven seasons, at BYU (2018-20), Baylor (2021-23) and Kansas (2024). His background fits with more of the power run roots that Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell said he was looking for in his next offensive coordinator. Advertisement Fickell said Wednesday that he wanted Wisconsin’s offense to be more of a pro-style system that allowed the Badgers to play primarily out of the shotgun while also running six to 10 snaps a game from under center. He also wanted to utilize some heavier personnel sets after two seasons with an air raid variation under former offensive coordinator Phil Longo. “Our ability to be multiple and maybe be a little bit different from what we’ve seen the last two years I think is really important,” Fickell said. “But we don’t want to throw away the things we’ve done the last two years. Our ability to be better in the passing game because of what we’ve done the last two years is really going to be good. Our ability to acquire skill levels over the last two years gives us a greater opportunity to still play with those guys on the field if they’re our best 11 guys, which I think they are.” Grimes largely has served as an offensive coordinator, a run game coordinator and as an offensive line coach. That likely means Wisconsin also will target a separate quarterbacks coach, which is something Fickell also noted was a possibility. Longo was both the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for Wisconsin. Free, daily sports updates direct to your inbox. document.querySelectorAll(".in-content-module[data-module-id='the-pulse-newsletter'] .in-content-module-img img ").forEach((el) => { el.setAttribute("style", "pointer-events: none;");}) Free, daily sports updates direct to your inbox. Grimes coached the offensive line at programs such as Boise State (2000), Arizona State (2001-03), BYU (2004-06), Colorado (2007-08), Auburn (2009-12), Virginia Tech (2013) and LSU (2014-17) before earning his first job as an offensive coordinator at BYU in 2018. Kansas opened the season ranked No. 22 in the Associated Press poll but lost five consecutive games early and finished 5-7. The Jayhawks ranked 13th nationally in rushing offense (211.4 yards per game), 44th in total offense (420.2 yards per game), tied for 53rd in scoring offense (29.7 points) and 88th in passing offense (208.6 yards per game). Kansas running back Devin Neal rushed for 1,266 yards and 16 touchdowns this season, though he also rushed for 1,280 yards and 16 touchdowns the previous season before Grimes arrived. Advertisement Grimes did help lead BYU to an 11-1 season in 2020 when the Cougars averaged 43.5 points per game and quarterback Zach Wilson ranked third nationally in passing yards and touchdowns. His first two Baylor teams in 2021 and 2022 both averaged more than 30 points per game and the 2021 Bears won the Big 12 championship and the Sugar Bowl. Grimes will have a big challenge ahead of him in restoring Wisconsin’s offense, which faltered under Longo, who was fired after 23 games . Wisconsin’s scoring offense of 22.6 points per game ranked tied for 107th nationally and was only slightly better than the 22.5 points it averaged last season. Those are the two worst seasons for Wisconsin consecutively since 1991 and 1992. Wisconsin’s run game also struggled to consistently thrive and ranked 78th in the country (153.7 yards per game). Required reading (Photo of Jeff Grimes: Evert Nelson / USA Today Network)
Emboldened by the view from the top of the NFC North, the Detroit Lions are out to eliminate nightmare holiday gatherings when the Chicago Bears come to town Thursday for a lunchtime division duel. The Lions (10-1) are streaking one direction, the Bears (4-7) the other in the first matchup of the season between teams on opposite ends of the division. Riding a nine-game winning streak, their longest since a 10-game streak during their first season in Detroit in 1934, the Lions are burdened by losses in their traditional Thanksgiving Day game the past seven seasons. Three of the defeats are courtesy of Chicago. The Bears and Lions get together for the 20th time on Thanksgiving -- the Bears have 11 wins -- this week in the first of two meetings between the teams in a 25-day span. Detroit goes to Soldier Field on Dec. 22. "I think there's two things," Campbell said of the Thanksgiving losing streak. "Number one -- Get a W. And it's a division win that's why this huge. Number two is because the players are going to get a couple of days off. So, they have family, friends in, it'd be nice to feel good about it when you're with everybody because it's just not real fun. It's not real fun to be around." Detroit (10-1) owns the best record in the NFC but the Lions aren't even assured of a division title. Minnesota sits one game behind them and Green Bay is two games back. The Bears (4-7) sit in last place and would likely need to run the table to have any chance of making the playoffs. The Lions have been dominant in all phases and haven't allowed a touchdown in the past 10 consecutive quarters. Detroit's offense ranks first in points per game (32.7) and second in total yardage (394.3) The Lions defense has not given up a touchdown in the last 10 quarters. Rookie placekicker Jake Bates has made all 16 of his field goal attempts, including four from 50-plus yards over the past three games. Chicago shows up in a foul mood. The Bears are saddled with a five-game losing streak and Chicago's defense has been destroyed for nearly 2,000 total yards in the last four games. The Bears failed to reach the 20-point mark four times in five outings since they last won a game. In their latest defeat, rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and the offense perked up but they lost to Minnesota in overtime, 30-27. "We have to play complementary football for us to be able to win these games," coach Matt Eberflus said. "The games we have won, we have done that. The games we have been close we've missed the mark a little bit. Over the course of the year, it's been one side or the other, this side or that side. In this league you have to be good on all sides to win. That's what we are searching for." Williams threw for 340 yards and two touchdowns without an interception. The wide receiver trio of DJ Moore, Keenan Allen and Romeo Odunze combined for 21 receptions and two touchdowns while tight end Cole Kmet caught seven passes. "What I've been impressed with is just how he has grown," Campbell said. "He has grown every game but these last two I really feel like he's taken off and what they're doing with him has been really good for him and he just looks very composed. He doesn't get frazzled, plays pretty fast, and he's an accurate passer, big arm, and he's got some guys that can get open for him." Detroit's banged-up secondary could be susceptible against the Bears' veteran receivers in their bid to pull off an upset on Thursday. The Lions put two defensive backs on injured reserve in the past week and top cornerback Carlton Davis isn't expected to play due to knee and thumb injuries. Detroit offensive tackle Taylor Decker (knee) and top returner Kalif Raymond (foot) are also expected to miss the game, though Campbell expressed optimism that running back David Montgomery (shoulder), formerly of the Bears, would play. Bears safety Elijah Hicks was listed as a DNP for Tuesday's walkthrough. --Field Level MediaFor years, fans have been clamoring for Sora to join the Super Smash Bros. lineup. With his unique combat style, charming personality, and heartwarming story, Sora quickly became a fan-favorite character in the gaming world. His inclusion in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate marks a significant moment not only for the game itself, but also for the gaming industry as a whole.
ALL the way from the I'm A Celebrity jungle, GK Barry has launched a posh new jewellery collection. The influencer has been announced as UK jewellery brand Abbott Lyon’s brand-new ambassador - and her range includes the stunning necklaces she's been wearing the jungle. The collection is filled with bold statement pieces that can be personalised, and they're perfect for Christmas gifts. Before entering the jungle, GK said: “I’ve poured my heart into this collection because I wanted to create something fun that also helps you show them you care. "Personalisation is everything to me – it’s the ultimate way to express yourself.” She's been sporting the ‘Signature Name Necklace’ while in the jungle, but the collection features other stunning pieces like the designer-inspired chain Gala Pavé Initial Choker and Bracelet. There's also the stunning 18K gold-plated choker or bracelet with a pavé crystal finish, which is available in both silver and gold. And the items are not only water, sweat and heat-resistant but are made from over 60% recycled materials. GK's range also includes the Own Way Monogram Bangle and Ring, which allows shoppers to put their own mark on the pieces of jewellery, by choosing two letters to be inscribed. The cubic zirconia gems ensure the items are a perfect accessory to add a touch of luxury to any outfit – no matter the occasion. When asked about her collection before entering the jungle, GK Barry said: “I wanted to help find the ultimate gift this Christmas and my new Abbott Lyon collection is full of gifts they’ll love, guaranteed. "Each piece can be customised with initials because let’s be real, we’re all iconic, and jewellery should be too! “I’m obsessed with the Pavé Initial Choker and Initial Bracelet – they’re absolute game changes for making you (or them!) feel like the main character. "And don’t even get me started on the Monogram Bangle and Wide Ring – talk about statement pieces that instantly make you feel like a boss." She continued: "Whether you’re buying for someone or treating yourself to a cheeky initial necklace, these styles are total winners.” GK Barry amassed more than a million followers on TikTok in just over a year during the first UK lockdown in 2020. Grace Keeling, better known as GK Barry, is a 25-year-old social media influencer. She rose to fame during the first Covid-19 lockdown in 2020, creating a TikTok account and posting short vlogs showcasing her day-to-day life. Although she originally intended on staying low-key, she gained a large following in no time at all. By August 2020, only five months after starting her account, she had already hit 100,000 followers, reaching more than a million in just over a year. She now has over 4.5million followers across her social media platforms. After completing a degree in film studies from Nottingham Trent University, Grace furthered her education with a master’s in digital marketing. While at Nottingham Trent, she worked on the set of BBC series Doctors and the Netflix film Hood, as well as creating content for ShawMind — a charity working to promote mental health awareness. Grace is known for her podcast, named The Saving Grace Podcast. On the show she invites celebrities and influencers to have a chat about life and the latest trends, as well as any embarrassing stories from their past. In May 2024, Grace said she was dating a female footballer . Then in June it came out that the soccer star in question plays for England. The Sun revealed that Grace and Charlton Athletic striker Ella Rutherford, 24, are getting serious — they've met each other's family and holidayed together. A source exclusively told The Sun : "GK has been seeing Ella for a while but they are very much official now. "They grew even closer on holiday in Benidorm and GK has met all her family. "She's really happy and they are having so much fun together."The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Get the poll delivered straight to your inbox with AP Top 25 Poll Alerts. Sign up here . BOONE, N.C. (AP) — South Carolina offensive coordinator Dowell Loggains has been hired as head coach at Appalachian State and will receive a five-year contract, athletic director Doug Gillin announced Saturday. The 44-year-old Loggains replaces Shawn Clark, who was fired Monday after the Mountaineers finished 5-6 for their first losing season since 2013. Loggains was South Carolina’s offensive coordinator for two seasons and an assistant at Arkansas, his alma mater, for two seasons before that. He spent 16 years in the NFL as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach for Tennessee, Cleveland, Chicago, Miami and the New York Jets. “He brings experience as a leader and play-caller at the highest levels of professional and college football,” Gillin said. “He is a great recruiter and believes strongly in building relationships. He is aligned with our core values of academic integrity, competitive excellence, social responsibility and world-class experience. This is a great day for App State.” Loggains’ offense at South Carolina featured LaNorris Sellers, one of the nation’s top dual-threat quarterbacks, and running back Raheim “Rocket” Sanders. Sellers and Sanders led the Southeastern Conference’s third-ranked rushing offense. RELATED COVERAGE Georgia QB Carson Beck takes hit on throwing arm before halftime, leaving status uncertain No. 16 Iowa State falls short in Big 12 title game again, this time with CFP at stake Arizona State makes College Football Playoff with 45-19 win over Iowa State in Big 12 title game Loggains spent the 2021 and 2022 seasons as Arkansas’ tight ends coach, and he worked with Sam Darnold, Jay Cutler, Mitchell Trubisky, Brian Hoyer and Vince Young during his time in the NFL. The Mountaineers, the preseason favorites in the Sun Belt Conference’s East Division, tied for fifth with a 3-5 record in league play. App State was 40-24 under Clark, but the Mountaineers have failed to reach a bowl game two of the past three seasons. ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football
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