'Hurts Just A Hair Flashier Than Tua' Brent Stover On Heisman Race At Midway Point
CBS Sports Network college football host Brent Stover discusses the current Heisman Trophy race, with Oklahoma QB Jalen Hurts in the lead.
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Oklahoma QB Kyler Murray Tops Alabama's Tua Tagvailoa To Win Heisman Trophy
Kyler Murray replaced a Heisman Trophy winner by becoming a Heisman Trophy winner.
Randy Cross: USF, Quinton Flowers Could Get Off To A Really Hot Start
College football season gets underway this weekend. Who are the contenders? Sleepers? Heisman watch players? CBS Sports' Randy Cross gives his thoughts.
Lousiville's Lamar Jackson Wins Heisman Trophy
Lamar Jackson is the first Louisville player to win the Heisman Trophy.
Beware Of The September Heisman Candidate
Two weeks in, the hype is building, but past years have taught us that September Heisman winners are rarely end of year winners.
Dissecting The Heisman Finalists' Candidacy
The three Heisman trophy finalists had outstanding season. So here's the question: Who should win?
Heisman Watch: Oregon's Marcus Mariota Will Win 2014 Heisman Trophy
Later this week the Heisman Trophy will add one new member to the most exclusive fraternity in sports. It is widely expected that Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota will hear his name announced as the 2014 Heisman Trophy winner, which would make him the first player in program history to win the highest individual honor in college football.
Heisman Watch: Conference Championship Games Set Stage For Big Moments From Heisman Favorites
This week's slate of conference championship games not only serves as an appetizer or opening round to the College Football Playoff, but it doubles as the grand stage for this year's top Heisman candidates to showcase their stuff and perhaps offer a signature Heisman moment before the votes are due.
Heisman Watch: Mariota And Gordon Leading The Race Down Final Stretch
Oregon quarterback Marcus Mariota looks to be the favorite this season, but Wisconsin running back Melvin Gordon also has a decent shot to win the award. Everybody else may be playing for third place.
Heisman Watch: J.T. Barrett Has Led Ohio State's Resurrection As Playoff Contender
If you are looking for this year's young rising star with a shot to win the Heisman Trophy, look no further than Ohio State quarterback J.T. Barrett. The freshman starting quarterback has stepped into a tough spot and has grown and matured along the way with terrific results.
Heisman Watch: Wisconsin's Melvin Gordon Ready For Heisman Showdown With Abdullah
This week, Melvin Gordon leads the Wisconsin running game against another Heisman candidate and his ground game, Nebraska and Ameer Abdullah. The running back showcase should double as this week's Heisman Trophy Spotlight Game.
Heisman Watch: Auburn QB Nick Marshall's Campaign Fueled By Road Victories
Auburn has three Heisman Trophy winners in school history. Quarterback Nick Marshall is a rising candidate in this year's race, and signature moments in November could end up naming him the fourth Auburn player as the Heisman Trophy winner.
Heisman Watch: TCU's Trevone Boykin This Year's Hidden Gem
TCU quarterback Trevone Boykin has been the face of a dynamic offense taking the Big 12 by storm, catapulting the Horned Frogs into the thick of the College Football Playoff mix.
Heisman Watch: Marshall's Rakeem Cato Should Be Considered For A Trip To New York
As far as numbers go, Rakeem Cato is a very good player, but to make a run to New York, he will have to go on a tear in the second half of the season.
Heisman Watch: Notre Dame's Everett Golson Goes Head-To-Head With Reigning Heisman Winner, Jameis Winston
There is no disputing which game deserves the Heisman spotlight game this week. Notre Dame and Florida State will offer the biggest stage for a pair of Heisman Trophy candidates, Everett Golson of Notre Dame and the reigning Heisman Trophy winner from Florida State, Jameis Winston.
Heisman Watch: Mississippi State's Dak Prescott Is More Than Tim Tebow 2.0
As the season has seen the rise of Mississippi State football, quarterback Dak Prescott has emerged on the scene as one of college football's best. Is Prescott the best player in college football?
Heisman Watch: Why Michigan State Should Fear Ameer Abdullah Of Nebraska
Nebraska has three Heisman Trophy winners in its storied football history. Running back Ameer Abdullah has a shot to become the school's fourth Heisman winner.
Heisman Watch: Can Alabama's Amari Cooper End Heisman Drought For Receivers?
Every season is different when it comes to the Heisman Trophy, but history suggests it will be very tough for Alabama wide receiver Amari Cooper to have a legitimate shot at striking a pose in New York at the end of the season.
Heisman Watch: Jameis Winston's Repeat Bid Against History
As long as Florida State remains in the College Football Playoff conversation, Jameis Winston will be given plenty of opportunities to create his next Heisman moment.
Heisman Watch: QB Marcus Mariota Hopes To End Oregon's Heisman Drought
There have been some worthy candidates since the Ducks became recognized as a national power in the sport, but quarterback Marcus Mariota may have the best chance to finally end that Heisman drought in Eugene.
Heisman Watch: Kenny Hill Thrilled But It Is A Long Season
Heisman Watch: College Football's Top Contenders And Sleepers
College football's top players compete for the Heisman Trophy. Here are the contenders as well as a few sleepers.
Jameis Winston Becomes Youngest Heisman Trophy Winner Ever
Jameis Winston has won the Heisman Trophy, making the Florida State quarterback the second straight freshman to win the award.
Boston College RB Andre Williams Among Heisman Trophy Finalists
Florida State's Jameis Winston, Northern Illinois' Jordan Lynch, Texas A&M's Johnny Manziel, Alabama's AJ McCarron, Auburn's Tre Mason and Boston College's Andre Williams were chosen Monday as the finalists for the Heisman Trophy.
Game Of Jones: Buy Or Sell - Will Ridley Be Inactive Against Browns?
Adam Jones and Rich Keefe risk life and limb on this latest edition of "Game of Jones" - this time, playing a little "Buy or Sell."
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Helicopter crashes at Nashua airport
SkyEye video showed the helicopter on its side at the New Hampshire airport.
Charlestown company hopes their robot will encourage people to walk more
Piaggio Fast Forward is envisioning robots as a key to battling climate change.
Crypts of 2 U.S. presidents in basement of Quincy church
"Not many people can say they have presidential corpses as their office neighbors," Kelly Brotzman told WBZ-TV.
Wayfair opening Lynnfield store to showcase furniture brand
Wayfair is opening a new physical store on the North Shore this week.
New Orange Line trains return after brake inspections
The MBTA started bringing new Orange Line trains back into service Monday morning.
Pfizer says 3 small COVID vaccine shots protect kids under 5
It's the latest step toward letting the littlest kids get the shots.
Massachusetts gas prices remain at record high $4.73 a gallon
Massachusetts gas prices are still at a record high, but they haven't risen in four days now.
Mass. wildlife advocates want regulations on rat poison
A new bill from a state representative would require companies to disclose the effects of rat poison on the environment.
Poll worker Shaye Moss among 5 honored with JFK Profile in Courage Award
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was not present for his honor.
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Helicopter crashes at Nashua airport
SkyEye video showed the helicopter on its side at the New Hampshire airport.
Charlestown company hopes their robot will encourage people to walk more
Piaggio Fast Forward is envisioning robots as a key to battling climate change.
Crypts of 2 U.S. presidents in basement of Quincy church
"Not many people can say they have presidential corpses as their office neighbors," Kelly Brotzman told WBZ-TV.
Wayfair opening Lynnfield store to showcase furniture brand
Wayfair is opening a new physical store on the North Shore this week.
New Orange Line trains return after brake inspections
The MBTA started bringing new Orange Line trains back into service Monday morning.
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Pfizer says 3 small COVID vaccine shots protect kids under 5
It's the latest step toward letting the littlest kids get the shots.
Brookline reinstates mask mandate for town buildings, public schools
Starting on Monday, the indoor mask mandate will return to town-owned buildings in Brookline.
COVID cases are far higher than reported, Boston doctor says
What is causing the recent rise in cases? Dr. Daniel Kuritzkes joined WBZ-TV to discuss COVID-19.
Massachusetts reports 3,938 new COVID cases, positivity rate over 9.5%
It's the highest positivity rate since it was over 10% on January 25.
Mental Health is Health: A roundtable discussion
Join Dr. Mallika Marshall and our panel for a discussion on mental health.
I-Team
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Massachusetts struggles to keep up with mental health crisis for kids, teens
Kids in crisis often end up waiting for days or weeks in emergency rooms. It's a practice called "boarding."
Chelsea residents outraged over toxic debris dumped near homes
Chelsea residents gathered Wednesday evening to get answers about the state's dumping of a pile of rubble filled with asbestos.
Removal of debris pile contaminated with asbestos underway
Crews in Chelsea have begun removing a pile of debris that is contaminated with asbestos on Friday.
I-Team: Zelle blamed after hackers steal teen's bank account
Zelle is now a favorite for thieves because once the money is transferred out, it's nearly impossible to get back.
I-Team: debris containing asbestos dumped in Chelsea in July
Hazardous construction material was dumped in Chelsea last July and had been sitting next to a public housing development.
Keller @ Large
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"Faces of COVID" account serves as reminder of lives lost during pandemic
The "Faces of COVID" Twitter account remembers lives lost during the pandemic.
Keller @ Large: Women's Soccer Pay Agreement Spotlights Gender Wage Gap
As women's soccer players negotiate equal pay, the question remains: What about the rest of America's women?
Mystery remains after Pentagon reveals UFO database
While the hearing did reveal some detail, a lot still remains a mystery.
Efforts to boost airline passenger rights remain grounded
Airline dissatisfaction is taking off, and lawmakers have noticed.
Keller & Large: Push for gas tax holiday takes toll on partisan unity
With gas prices rising, deviation from the party line is a growth stock these days.
Business News
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Wayfair opening Lynnfield store to showcase furniture brand
Wayfair is opening a new physical store on the North Shore this week.
BPS announces contract with Black-owned City Fresh Foods
Roxbury based and minority-owned City Fresh Foods is taking on the responsibility of providing meals to almost 50,000 Boston Public School students starting on July 1.
Gaming Commission reports about $99 million in April revenue across all casinos
Inflation did not hurt the casino business in Massachusetts.
Robots help distribution center workers become more productive, less fatigued
Robots at Top Notch Distributors are giving current employees a big boost.
New robots help Mansfield distribution center workers become more productive, less fatigued
Robots at Top Notch Distributors are giving current employees a big boost. WBZ-TV's Breana Pitts reports.
New England Living
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Behind the scenes at WaterFire Providence
WaterFire has been a Providence tradition for over 25 years.
Glassblowing at The Bubble Factory in Essex
The Bubble Factory is a multimedia workshop and classroom.
Visit Broomstones curling club in Wayland
As Massachusetts' largest curling club, Broomstones is hotbed for talent.
New England Living: changing face of Mystic's shoreline
One of the newest additions to the Mystic waterfront is a building blending classic style with a modern twist.
New England Living: Salmon Nicoise recipe
Legal Sea Foods Chefs Matt King and Patrick Keefe offer up tips on how to pick and prepare the perfect piece of fish.
Sports
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Pats announce new jersey numbers
The new numbers are officially locked in for veteran additions to the Patriots' roster.
Red Sox sport Celtics jerseys after walk-off win
The Red Sox are showing support for their friends across town.
The Celtics-Heat injury report is chaotic
Following the Celtics-Heat injury report requires a lot of attention.
Franchy Cordero hits slam in 10th, surging Red Sox sweep Mariners
The Boston Red Sox beat the Seattle Mariners 8-4 on Sunday.
Jayson Tatum vows to be better after rough Game 3 showing
Jayson Tatum had a rough night in Game 3 against the Heat, and promises to be better in Monday night's Game 4.
Offbeat
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Peterboro Basket Co. in NH closing, citing forest pest
The Peterboro Basket Company has been in business since 1854.
Killer whale spotted by fisherman off Nantucket
A fishing crew spotted a majestic sight in the waters off Massachusetts this week – an orca whale.
Bobcat breaks into Vermont home, attacks elderly man inside
An elderly man in Vermont had a wild encounter with a bobcat when the animal broke into his home and attacked him.
Boston area glimpses "super flower blood moon" lunar eclipse
Sunday night brought the first total eclipse to the northeast in over three years.
Supermassive black hole at center of Milky Way revealed
For the first time, astronomers have captured an image of the supermassive black hole at the center of our galaxy.