Heard County quarterback Jones picks the Gators

In one of the most anticipated decisions on National Early Signing Day, Heard County quarterback Emory Jones committed to the Florida Gators over offers from Florida State and Ohio State, among others.

5-star lineman Salyer commits to UGA

Kirby Smart added a big piece to his 2018 recruiting class on Wednesday as 5-star offensive lineman Jamaree Salyer out of Pace Academy signed his national letter of intent to play for the University of Georgia.

WATCH: College basketball team surprises manager with tickets to meet Steph Curry

A women’s basketball team at a Pennsylvania university got into the giving spirit this weekend when they gave their team manager tickets to see her favorite player in action.

Smart: Intensity the key as Dawgs prepare for Rose Bowl

His hoarse voice gave it away that Georgia Coach Kirby Smart is already focused on the Rose Bowl.

Freeman runs for 126 yards, Falcons hold off Bucs 24-21

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Devonta Freeman rushed for 126 yards and a touchdown to help the Atlanta Falcons stay close in the tight NFC South race with a 24-21 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night.

Diddy wants to buy Carolina Panthers and sign Colin Kaepernick

Diddy announced late Sunday night on social media that he wants to buy the Carolina Panthers, stating his first order of business would be to "immediately address the Colin Kaepernick situation." 

Carolina Panthers up for sale at end of season

Jerry Richardson is selling the Carolina Panthers. The team owner announced the move in a letter to fans Sunday night, just hours after a report accused him of sexual harassment.

Ex-wife charged with murdering NBA player Lorenzen Wright

Authorities say the ex-wife of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright has been charged with first-degree murder in his death more than seven years ago.

Falcons to wear 'No. '60' on helmets to honor Tommy Nobis

Monday night the Atlanta Falcons will wear a special helmet decal honoring Mister Falcon, Tommy Nobis who passed away earlier this week.

Manning leads Georgia State over WKU 27-17 in Cure Bowl

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) - Conner Manning threw for 276 yards and a touchdown to lead Georgia State a 27-17 victory over Western Kentucky in the Cure Bowl on Saturday. The Panthers (7-5) finished with a winning record with the first bowl win in Georgia State's eight-year football history.

Panthers Thomas Davis gifts $20K for football team's championship rings

What a guy! Carolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis went above and beyond this week when he and his wife paid for the rings of Harding University High School's football team after the students won the state championship. 

Charges dropped against UGA's Patrick

Barrow County prosecutors have dropped criminal charges against Georgia linebacker Natrez Patrick and dismissed DUI charges against reserve wide receiver and special teams’ player Jayson Stanley.

Billboards that call on Robert Sarver to step down as Phoenix Suns' owner are up

A Phoenix man who raised more than $3,000 to put up billboards that call for Phoenix Suns owner Robert Sarver to step down says the first billboards have been put up.

Smart finalist for Coach of The Year Award

In his second season in coaching his alma mater, Kirby Smart continues to draw national recognition in leading Georgia to the College Football Playoffs

Football dream a nightmare for some GHSA title contenders

The North Georgia mountains are a destination for many travelers this time of the year, but don't count Hapeville Charter head football coach Winston Gordon among them. Gordon's Hornets will be on the road this Friday night in Tiger, after six state championship games, including his, were postponed due to weather over the weekend.

Former NFL officials say controversial Peach County play was a catch

Two former heads of NFL officiating say GHSA officials got it wrong when they ruled an apparent touchdown pass from Peach County's Antonio Gilbert to wide receiver Noah Whittington an incomplete pass.

Hawks fall to Knicks, 111-107

The New York Knicks are still trying to learn how to make winning plays down the stretch, no matter the opponent.

Eagles' Wentz has torn ACL, will miss rest of season

PHILADELPHIA (AP/WTXF) -- Eagles star quarterback Carson Wentz has a torn left ACL and will miss rest of the season and playoffs, coach Doug Pederson confirmed