Robert O'Neill

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@LateNightGrin, Probably doing a bit. Gainfully employed. The Cubs are good

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Blue Jays sign star to massive extension

2 months ago | nextimpulsesports.com | Robert O'Neill

The Toronto Blue Jays sent shockwaves throughout the baseball world Sunday night when news broke that they had agreed to an extension with first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr.The extension, first reported by The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, is for an eye-popping 14 years at an equally eye-popping $500 million. BREAKING: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. in agreement with Blue Jays on 14-year, $500M extension, pending physical, sources tell @TheAthletic. Story to come.
Cowboys trade for young quarterback

2 months ago | nextimpulsesports.com | Robert O'Neill

In what has seemingly become a new annual tradition, the Dallas Cowboys traded for a young backup quarterback on Thursday. Last off-season, the team traded for former first-round pick Trey Lance from the San Francisco 49ers. While Lance is still on the roster, quarterback Cooper Rush signed with the Baltimore Ravens, leaving a void in the quarterback room. Thus, the Cowboys turned to the trade market again.
'It's time to move on'

2 months ago | nextimpulsesports.com | Robert O'Neill

When the Maryland Terrapins knocked off the Colorado State Rams after an enthralling comeback and buzzer beater to advance to the Sweet 16, the mood around the program should have been jubilant. Head coach Kevin Willard advanced past the first weekend for the first time in seven NCAA tournament appearances, and a win over top-seeded Florida would have sent the Terps to the Elite Eight for the first time since 2002.
How understanding the economics of guns can improve public welfare

2 months ago | hks.harvard.edu | Robert O'Neill

In 2022, there were more than 48,000 firearm-related deaths in the United States, and firearms were the leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 19. But little is known about how the market for firearms works, and therefore how it could be regulated to improve public welfare. These issues are driving research by economist Luis Armona, assistant professor of public policy at Harvard Kennedy School, who has co-authored two papers on the subject.
Stanford hires former NFL head coach

2 months ago | nextimpulsesports.com | Robert O'Neill

Days after firing head coach Troy Taylor amid bullying allegations, the Stanford Cardinal have wasted no time hiring a new coach. Cardinal general manager and former NFL quarterback Andrew Luck faced the first significant decision of his executive career and turned to an old friend. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, Luck and Stanford are hiring former NFL coach Frank Reich. Sources: Stanford is hiring veteran NFL coach Frank Reich as the school’s interim football coach for 2025 season.
Xavier to hire Richard Pitino as head coach

Mar 26, 2025 | nextimpulsesports.com | Robert O'Neill

Rick Pitino took the Big East by storm this season, winning the regular season and conference championships in his second season with the St. John’s Red Storm. The NCAA tournament didn’t go as planned for the Johnnies, who bowed out in the second round after a 75-66 loss to the Arkansas Razorbacks, but their 31-5 record was the best the school had seen in 40 years. Pitino and the Red Storm should be near the top of the Big East again next season, but an intriguing new foe has emerged.
Mavericks assistant Alex Jensen leaving team to coach alma mater

Mar 7, 2025 | nextimpulsesports.com | Robert O'Neill

It’s been a month to forget for the Dallas Mavericks. From trading Luka Doncic to Kyrie Irving suffering a season-ending torn ACL last week, the hits have kept on coming for the Mavs and their fanbase. On Thursday, the Mavericks got some more unfortunate news. ESPN’s Jeff Borzello and Pete Thamel reported that assistant coach Alex Jensen is leaving the team to become the head coach of the Utah Utes.
Perplexing case of abdominal pain with eosinophilia and fasciitis

Mar 6, 2025 | gut.bmj.com | Robert O'Neill |Logan Gardner |Anthony D. Kelleher |Roger Pamphlett

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ACC team hires ex-head coach as offensive coordinator

Feb 17, 2025 | nextimpulsesports.com | Robert O'Neill

The Virginia Tech Hokies went 6-7 in the 2024 season, with a season-ending 24-10 loss in the Dukes Mayo Bowl pushing the team under .500. Virginia Tech’s offense was inconsistent, averaging 367 yards per game and finishing in the lower half of ACC teams. While the Hokies seemed poised to run things back with offensive coordinator Tyler Bowen, that plan hit a snag two weeks ago when Bowen left Blacksburg to become Ohio State’s new offensive line coach.
Big 12 team names new offensive coordinator

Feb 10, 2025 | nextimpulsesports.com | Robert O'Neill

The Kansas State Wildcats have been among the Big 12’s most successful teams over the past three years. Head coach Chris Klieman’s bunch won at least nine games per season in that time, with a 2022 Big 12 Championship and Sugar Bowl appearance leading the accolades. The 2024 season saw the Wildcats finish 9-4. Kansas State’s 426 yards per game on offense put them in the top third of the Big 12, as co-offensive coordinators Matt Wells and Conor Riley worked together to keep the ball moving.