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Marshall holds virtual spring fountain ceremony
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) — Marshall University has held a quiet ceremony to turn on a fountain dedicated to the victims of a deadly plane crash involving its football team 50 years ago.
Eagles emphasize speed, add Goodwin, draft fast receivers
The Philadelphia Eagles added speed, speed and more speed.
Editorial Roundup:
Omaha World Herald. April 2, 2020
Jets fill some big needs in Joe Douglas' first draft as GM
NEW YORK (AP) — Joe Douglas and the New York Jets entered the NFL draft looking for protectors, playmakers and leaders.
San Diego State's Mitchell declares for NBA draft
SAN DIEGO (AP) — San Diego State junior forward Matt Mitchell has declared for the NBA draft while keeping open the option of returning to school.
Jaguars put more emphasis on character to improve culture
Jacksonville Jaguars general manager Dave Caldwell says it often: They’re not all going to be choirboys.
Jaguars agree to terms with 18 undrafted free agents
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to terms with 18 undrafted free agents, including running backs James Robinson and Tavien Feaster.
West Virginia's Tshiebwe to return for sophomore season
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia forward Oscar Tshiebwe will return for his sophomore season after exploring his NBA options.
University of Kansas announces pay cuts among top officials
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — The University of Kansas is temporarily slashing the pay of high-ranking administrators and athletic staff in anticipation of the coronavirus causing tens of millions of dollars in financial l…
KU's Miles, Self, Long take salary cuts equal to $500K
LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kansas athletic director Jeff Long, football coach Les Miles and basketball coach Bill Self announced Monday they had taken a 10% salary reduction for the next six months in an effort to save …
Editorial Roundup:
Omaha World Herald. April 2, 2020
Tech companies, like college athletes, eager to cash in
Imagine a major-college quarterback with a sizable social media following who posts entertaining and informative updates about his life on and off the field.
Super Bowl-champ Chiefs wrap draft with eye on repeat title
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs spent five frustrating decades trying to win a second Lombardi Trophy.
Miami, Nebraska still waiting for 1st player taken in draft
Miami and Nebraska dominated college football from the 1980s through the early 2000s.
Needing blockers for Tagovailoa, Dolphins draft Hunt
MIAMI (AP) — Anxious to keep Tua Tagovailoa healthy, the Miami Dolphins invested in more protection for him Friday.