For fantasy owners with certain pass-catchers in mind as we enter March — never too early to ponder the fantasy draft — below are ideal landing spots for immediate fantasy production among some of the top rookie wide receiver prospects. 2015 NFL DRAFT: Best QB landing spots | RB | TE | Top Combine results Amari Cooper to New York Giants Between injury worries for Victor Cruz and play-based concerns for Rueben Randle, Eli Manning could certainly use a rich man’s Steve Smith — in terms of offensive role — to move the chains across from Odell Beckham Jr....

But all that came to a screeching halt when thunderstorms cut Friday’s action short, and robbed some of the leaders of their chance to conclude play. MORE: Best images from 2015 PGA Championship | John Daly loses it, launches club into Lake Michigan Australians Jason Day and Matt Jones are tied for the lead at 9-under-par. Day was on the par-4 15th hole when the siren went off just after he hit his second shot....

Here we take a look at five things you need to know before the action gets underway Thursday. MORE: U.S. Open schedules, tee times for Thursday | U.S. Open odds | Rory likes Chambers Bay HOME ADVANTAGE A SIGNIFICANT FACTOR? This week will see the 115th staging of the U.S. Open — with 80 of the previous 114 editions (70 percent) having been won by American players. Webb Simpson, the 2012 champion at San Francisco’s Olympic Club, is the most recent man to have triumphed on home soil in the event, while Tiger Woods alone has three titles — secured in 2000, 2002 and 2008....

It starts at the top, where Rob Gronkowski has become a first-round pick every year now. That fact alone is historical in fantasy football circles. Tight ends just didn’t get picked in Round 1 until this legendary “Gronk of Ages” came along. But the TE renaissance extends well past the elite tiers of the top 10 tight end rankings. 2016 Fantasy Football Rankings:Quarterback | Running back | Wide receiver | Tight end | D/ST | Kicker...

It’s not just that both Carr and Rodgers are Northern California QBs who have notable brothers with lesser pro careers and current TV gigs. Take a look at Carr’s 2016 Pro Bowl numbers vs. what Rodgers posted in ‘08. 2016 FANTASY FOOTBALL RANKINGS: Quarterbacks | Running backs | Wide receivers | Tight ends Carr: 350 completions on 573 attempts, 3,987 yards, 32 TDs, 13 INTs, 31 sacks, 91.1 passer rating, 7-9 team record....

Despite Kentucky surely losing multiple players to the NBA Draft, the Wildcats open as the favorites to win next season’s national championship. Duke’s chances to repeat as national champions are listed as 15-to-1. Wisconsin and Michigan State are listed at 30-to-1 and 15-to-1, respectively. ODDS TO WIN 2016 NCAA TOURNAMENT KENTUCKY 8/1 N CAROLINA 9/1 VIRGINIA 10/1 MARYLAND 15/1 IOWA ST 15/1 DUKE 15/1 KANSAS 15/1 MICH ST 15/1 VILLANOVA 25/1 GONZAGA 25/1 ARIZONA 25/ 1 NC STATE 30/1 BAYLOR 30/1 WISCONSIN 30/1 UCLA 30/1 WICHITA ST 40/1 OKLAHOMA 40/1 LOUISVILLE 40/1 NOTRE DAME 40/1 INDIANA 50/1 TEXAS A&M 50/1 SMU 50/1 UTAH 50/1 BUTLER 50/1 MIAMI FLA 50/1 TEXAS 60/1 VA COMM 60/1 GEORGETOWN 60/1 FLORIDA 60/1 OREGON 60/1 MICHIGAN 60/1 OHIO ST 60/1 GEORGIA 60/1 FLA STATE 75/1 NO IOWA 75/1 L....

The visitors have brought a youthful side to compete in the four-nation tournament and the head coach of the losing side, Gary White, instead of pondering on the scoreline, has looked at the aspect to his team’s development. “I think everything went right for us in terms of future as six U-23 players and two U-18 players played tonight. The tournament is about development and experience for us as we couldn’t bring the first team here,” he told reporters after their defeat....

Jurgen Klinsmann tried a new formation during the first half of Friday’s heartbreaking 2-1 loss against Mexico, which put the U.S. behind the eight ball on its 2018 World Cup Qualifying hopes. MORE: Breaking down the USMNT’s disastrous loss against Mexico Luckily, the Hexagonal is a long process that will still send at least three teams to Russia for the worldwide event. Klinsmann has learned his lesson and will go back to the team’s preferred 4-4-2 format against a defensive-minded Costa Rican team....

Aside from center, RW will see the most first-round picks, so Fantasy Alarm’s top-20 RWs will have you covered for a few rounds. You’ll need to go deeper once your draft starts, though, so take advantage of a free one-week subscription to Fantasy Alarm and get additional rankings with FA’s ultimate fantasy hockey draft cheat sheet! DOMINATE YOUR DRAFT: Free one-week Fantasy Alarm subscription We’ll update these rankings as needed before the season begins Oct....

Jimmy Garoppolo threw for 317 yards and four touchdowns on a night when it was San Francisco offense, rather than its much heralded defense, to make the difference. “Our team has done a good job of winning in different ways this year,” Garoppolo said after the game. “Whether it’s offense, special teams, defense or mixing and matching all of them. That’s how you create a good football team. You’re not relying on one part and everyone’s playing tomorrow....

The Covid-19 crisis, also known as the coronavirus pandemic, forced the NFL to scrap its plan to hold its annual draft live in Las Vegas, but rather hold it virtually. Coaches, general managers, scouts and other personnel from all 32 teams were spread out around the country on their computers, analyzing data and submitting their picks. NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announced all of the first-round picks Thursday night from the basement of his New York home....

After all, you buy your plants, home decor and other home-related supplies at Lowe’s, the Home Depot and Walmart. Why not buy your patio furniture there, too? Here’s the best patio furniture from Lowe’s, the Home Depot and Walmart: Best Choice Products Wicker Egg Chair Oversize Indoor Outdoor Patio Lounger, $399. 99Walnew 4-Piece Wicker Outdoor Patio Furniture Set, $199. 99Costway 4-Piece Rattan Patio Furniture Set, $349. 99Lowe’s Malia Rattan Light Brown Stationary Conversation Chair, $262....

Standard features on the base Pure model include 18-inch alloy wheels, auto-dimming rearview mirror, rear automatic braking, six USB ports, some for each row, LED headlamps and taillamps, and tri-zone automatic climate control with headliner-mounted air vents. The 2022 QX60 Pure has a base price of $49,200. All-wheel drive adds $2,000 as base models are front drive only. The range tops out with the QX60 Autograph AWD model tested here from $63,250....

Pronounced “four-by-e,” it’s the name for Jeep’s electrified models, the lineup of which now includes the Wrangler and Grand Cherokee. The four-by part denotes the company’s standard four-wheel drive. The 4xe powertrain is good for 25 miles of all electric range and 56 miles per gallon equivalent (mpg-e) when both systems are running. The electrification is offered on all trims of the Grand Cherokee from base ($57,700) to Summit Reserve ($74,300) and it takes about 2 hours to recharge on a 220-volt outlet....

Lexus, the premium arm of Toyota, completely redesigned the NX for the 2022 model year, changing it from head to toe. It has many firsts for the company including a plug-in hybrid variant and freshly designed and engineered infotainment system. Some of the changes made it substantially better, with few regressions. The NX looks good, firmly in its design slot between the smaller Lexus UX and larger Lexus RX. The redesign isn’t earth shattering, but it is a step forward with more changes to the model evident when you see a first-generation model next to the new second-gen....

For 2022, Toyota brought a third generation to the market as its most advanced ever, from powertrain to technology. Toyota calls the 2022 Tundra’s new exterior design “technical muscle”, and it was created at the company’s design studio in California taking some of the popular blocky design cues from the 4Runner and Rav4 SUVs. Everything is more angular than before including the new head and taillights. The grille takes a new shape and the fenders are more sharply flared, landing closer to its current lineup of SUVs....

Honda’s first CR-V was introduced in 1996 as a 1997 model. The vehicle has gone through six iterations, leading to the sixth-generation 2023 Honda CR-V. It has been America’s best-selling crossover since 1997, besting the popular Toyota RAV4, Nissan Rogue, Ford Escape, Subaru Forester, and Mazda CX-5. For the latest version of the CR-V, Honda focused on the crossover’s design, utility, power, dynamics, technology and user experience, pulling in equipment and features from other Hondas while building on what has made the CR-V a favorite for so long....

Barrett appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee during the first of four confirmation hearings due to take place throughout the week. Joined by several members who participated virtually, members of the committee gathered inside the Hart Senate Office building for Monday’s hearing. The Hart and Dirksen offices are located in adjoining buildings. Protesters were arrested for “unlawful demonstration activities” prior to Monday’s hearing, according to Capitol Police, and one individual was charged with unlawful conduct....

However, many others proved that you don’t need a degree to achieve your dreams. Whether it was leaving college with just a few credits short, or dropping out to chase Hollywood, here are 25 celebs who never quite made it to college graduation. Brad Pitt Brad Pitt is one of the biggest movie stars in the world, but before he broke onto the big screen he was actually planning on becoming a journalist....

Cardboard boxes and old worn toys aside, we all believe our furbabies deserve the best. So, skip the overhyped, super expensive stuff and stick to what pets really want! Here are 25 of the best pet products that your furry friend will actually love. 25 Best Pet Products The Foggy Dog Painted Peonies Natural Dog Squeak Toy Have you ever seen a bone so pretty? The Foggy Dog makes bone-shaped squeaky toys that dogs really love, but their recent collection of patterned bones—like the Painted Peonies, above—looks like an expensive piece of artwork....