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Kirk Cousins Hits Up Cleveland Chipotle, But Sure, It’s “Totally Not NFL-Related”
Dec 22, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins (18) prepares for a game against the New York Giants at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins was spotted at a Northeast Ohio Chipotle on Thursday afternoon, sparking trade speculation.
Cousins, 36, was not released by the Falcons earlier this offseason and is now the highest-paid backup quarterback in NFL history. Despite remaining on the roster, the Falcons could decide to trade him around April’s NFL Draft.
It is not publicly known if the Falcons have given Cousins permission to seek a trade, but there is no denying he spent time in Cleveland. According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Cousins’ viral visit to the Westlake, Ohio, Chipotle was “not NFL-related.”
Cousins’ agent, Mike McCartney of Vayner Sports, joked about how the viral visit blew up his phone.
Last offseason, the Falcons acquired Cousins before drafting Michael Penix Jr. out of Washington. After an NFL investigation found the team had tampered with Cousins outside the legal free agency period, the Falcons were fined $250,000. General manager Terry Fontenot was fined $50,000, and the club was forced to forfeit a fifth-round draft pick.
That is likely why Rapoport and McCartney were quick to shut down rumors about why Cousins was in a Cleveland suburb. But let’s be honest: Cousins likely was not vacationing in Cleveland in March.
It is no secret the Cleveland Browns need a quarterback.
Earlier this week, they spent time in Miami with Cam Ward, who is expected to be the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. They are set to meet with Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders next week and have spent extensive time with Jaxson Dart and Jalen Milroe as well.
In free agency, the Browns missed out on Russell Wilson, who had a free-agent visit in Cleveland earlier this month before opting to sign with the New York Giants. Their remaining free-agent options include a reunion with former Browns quarterback Joe Flacco or signing Carson Wentz, though neither move is particularly appealing.
Trading for Cousins, who is familiar with head coach Kevin Stefanski’s offense from their time together with the Minnesota Vikings, would make sense for the Browns—especially if they are not enamored with selecting a quarterback at No. 2 overall.
Cousins, who struggled last season in Atlanta after recovering from a ruptured Achilles, would provide the Browns with a veteran bridge quarterback and allow them to select Penn State linebacker Abdul Carter or Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter at No. 2 overall.
For now, Cousins’ trip to Cleveland was technically not NFL-related. Sure. Because why get Chipotle at home when you can fly to one of the most quarterback-needy cities in the country for your double chicken salad?
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Hannah Green wins her 2nd HSBC Women's World Championship
Aug 21, 2025; Mississauga, Ontario, CAN; Hannah Green plays her tee shot at the third hole during first round play at the CPKC Women’s Open golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images Australia’s Hannah Green held off Auston Kim on Sunday to win the HSBC Women’s World Championship in Singapore for the second time.
Green, the 2024 champion, balanced three birdies and three bogeys on an eventful back nine to finish with a 3-under 69 and a final score of 14-under at Sentosa Golf Club. The 2019 Women’s PGA Championship winner tapped in for bogey at the 18th for her seventh LPGA Tour title.
“When I did win Singapore two years ago, I went on to win two other tournaments that season and pretty much had my best season on tour,” said Green, 29. “So having a win so early in the season gives me a bit more flexibility with the tournaments that I can play. So I’m hoping that this puts me in good stead for the rest of the year.”
Green was at 16-under after birdies at the first, 11th and 13th holes and an eagle at the par-5 eighth hole. Her birdie at the par-3 15th helped her survive a bogey-bogey finish.
“I knew that I had enough of a lead to be able to get away with making mistakes coming down the stretch. But I think 15 was the real turning point,” she said.
First- and second-round leader Kim nearly chased down her first title, matching the low round of the day with a 67 to finish one shot behind Green in the 72-hole, no-cut tournament.
Kim carded six birdies and an eagle at No. 8, but a bogey at the par-3 15th proved costly for the 25-year-old American.
“Overall, I think it was a really solid week,” Kim said. “A great way to start the year. I hit a lot of bad shots but I also hit a lot of good ones, and it was really confidence boosting. I hit all these bad shots, and I didn’t feel like I had anything chose to my A game, but I was still able it pull off a result like this and play some really solid golf.”
Australia’s Minjee Lee (72 on Sunday), Angel Yin (71) and France’s Pauline Roussin-Bouchard (68) tied for third place at 11-under with South Korea’s Haeran Ryu (72) another shot back in solo sixth.
World No. 1 Jeeno Thitikul of Thailand finished with a 73 and tied for 31st at 2-under, one shot behind defending champion Lydia Ko (72) of New Zealand.
–Field Level Media
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Cards extend manager Oliver Marmol through '28 season
Feb 22, 2026; West Palm Beach, Florida, USA; St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol (37) looks on from inside the dugout against the Houston Astros during the fifth inning at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol received a two-year contract extension through the 2028 season, the team announced Sunday.
Financial terms were not disclosed by the team, which holds an option for the 2029 season.
“As I’ve gotten to know Oli, I’ve seen someone who cares about this organization and knows what has made the Cardinals special over time — and who understands that for us to get where we need to go, we must compete relentlessly to set new standards in everything that we do,” president of baseball operations Chaim Bloom said.
“He is invested in the progress of our young core and is unafraid to challenge himself and to help those around him grow. I am energized to continue working with him towards the on-field success that we expect and that our fans deserve.”
Marmol, 39, has guided the Cardinals to a 325-323 record during his four seasons as the skipper. He led St. Louis to the National League Central title in 2022 before the team fell in the wild-card series to the Philadelphia Phillies.
Last season, the Cardinals posted a 78-84 record to finish in fourth place in the NL Central.
Marmol was a coach with St. Louis from 2017-21 under previous managers Mike Shildt and Mike Matheny.
–Field Level Media
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Tyler Reif treated for heat exhaustion after Trucks race
Oct 31, 2025; Avondale, Arizona, USA; NASCAR Truck Series driver Tyler Reif (41) during the NASCAR Truck Series Championship race at Phoenix Raceway. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series rookie Tyler Reif was treated for heat exhaustion after Saturday night’s street race in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Reif, 18, was transported to an area medical facility after finishing 16th in the race in the No. 42 Niece Motorsports Chevrolet. He was later released.
“Tyler and his family would like to express their gratitude to the NASCAR officials, track medical workers and the local medical facility staff for their care,” Niece Motorsports said in a release.
Reif made his debut in the NASCAR Craftsman Trucks Series in 2025. Saturday’s race was just his third on the circuit, including a 17th-place finish at Atlanta on Feb. 21.
–Field Level Media
Hannah Green wins her 2nd HSBC Women's World Championship
Cards extend manager Oliver Marmol through '28 season
