Pittsburgh Today Live Chat: Feb. 22, 2021
Pittsburgh Today Live's Heather Abraham and David Highfield catch up on all the latest happenings and preview what's coming up on the show.
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ReutersInjured Barty withdraws from Qatar Open
Barty's decision comes after being knocked out of the Adelaide International on Wednesday, losing 6-3 6-4 to American Danielle Collins in the second round. The 24-year-old Australian was struggling with a left thigh strain throughout the Australian Open, where she bowed out in the quarter-finals last week. "Unfortunately I have withdrawn from the Qatar Total Open with a left leg injury," Barty said.
- Yahoo Sports
UCLA gymnast Margzetta Frazier brought to tears after Janet Jackson reaches out to praise her routine
"You inspire me," Jackson told Frazier of her floor routine set to Jackson's music.
- NBA.com
Tim Hardaway Jr. with a deep 3 vs the Memphis Grizzlies
Tim Hardaway Jr. (Dallas Mavericks) with a deep 3 vs the Memphis Grizzlies, 02/22/2021
- NBA.com
Dario Saric with a deep 3 vs the Memphis Grizzlies
Dario Saric (Phoenix Suns) with a deep 3 vs the Memphis Grizzlies, 02/20/2021
- Reuters
Chasing pack not close to toppling 'Big Three', says Murray
Daniil Medvedev reached the final in Melbourne on the back of a 20-match winning streak but was beaten in straight sets by Djokovic, who clinched his 18th Grand Slam crown. The Serb's triumph means 15 of the last 16 majors have been won by Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal.
- Yahoo Sports
Kyrie Irving wants NBA to honor Kobe Bryant with new logo and Vanessa Bryant is on board
The NBA has resisted calls to alter its logo in the past.
- Packers Wire
John Clayton says Packers among 3 teams in contention for J.J. Watt
The Packers are one of three teams in contention to sign free agent DL J.J. Watt, according to John Clayton.
- Saints Wire
Report: Tiger Woods was driving to meet Drew Brees before car accident
ESPN reports that Tiger Woods was headed for a meeting with Saints QB Drew Brees and Chargers QB Justin Herbert before his car accident.
- ProFootball Talk on NBC Sports
Georgia lineman Ben Cleveland hopes to set bench press record at Pro Day
Georgia offensive lineman Ben Cleveland has long been celebrated for his weight room feats, and he hopes to perform another one for NFL scouts. Cleveland says he’s hoping that at Georgia’s Pro Day, he can break the NFL Scouting Combine record for the bench press, which is currently 49 reps of 225 pounds, set by [more]
- ProFootball Talk on NBC Sports
Matthew Judon threatens to leak photos of a reporter in a strip club
Most NFL stories have similar content, structure, flow. Some don’t. This is one of them. Via Andrew Bucholtz of AwfulAnnouncing.com, Ravens linebacker Matthew Judon has taken issue with the reporting of Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com. Judon’s ire has manifested itself in a specific and pointed threat. Judon vowed on social media to take specific action [more]
- Detroit Free Press
Detroit Lions owner Sheila Ford Hamp: Even Pete Rozelle couldn't get me a job in the NFL
Sheila Ford Hamp notes how far the NFL has come in hiring women after commissioner Pete Rozelle couldn't get find her a job in the NFL in the 1970s.
- Steelers Wire
Art Rooney II releases statement regarding Ben Roethlisberger
Art Rooney II's statement on his meeting with Ben Roethlisberger reiterated what Steelers fans were fairly certain of.
- USA TODAY Sports - Golfweek
What is a comminuted open fracture? Doctors explain Tiger Woods’ leg injuries
Tiger Woods escaped a Tuesday car accident with his life, but suffered "significant" leg injuries. Here's an explanation of those injuries.
- Golf Channel
Dr. John Torres explains Tiger Woods' surgery and possible recovery
Dr. John Torres, NBC News’ medical correspondent, joined “Golf Today” to provide insight into Tiger's surgery and possible recovery.
- Detroit Free Press
For one night, Michigan's Hunter Dickinson must put aside friendship with Iowa's Luka Garza
Michigan Wolverines basketball's Hunter Dickinson faces his toughest matchup yet in Iowa Hawkeyes standout center Luka Garza.
- USA TODAY Sports - Golfweek
With Tiger Woods on her mind, Annika Sorenstam readies for first LPGA start since 2008
Annika Sorenstam has evolved into something of a mentor for many up-and-coming LPGA players. Her presence at the Gainbridge LPGA is huge.
- ProFootball Talk on NBC Sports
On Jimmy Garoppolo, John Lynch said what he had to say
Yes, 49ers G.M. John Lynch said recently that he has no doubt that Jimmy Garoppolo will be the team’s 2021 starting quarterback. Yes, there is good reason to doubt whether that actually and ultimately will be the case. Lynch, frankly, said what he had to say. It was no different than the things Eagles G.M. [more]
- Detroit Free Press
Michigan Wolverines basketball game vs. Iowa Hawkeyes: Time, TV, more info
Michigan Wolverines basketball game time, TV channel, radio, score, live updates and analysis as they play the Iowa Hawkeyes
- Titans Wire
Report: Best offer for J.J. Watt is between $15-$16 million per year
The Titans are one of the teams in the mix for J.J. Watt.
- USA TODAY Sports - Golfweek
Bryson DeChambeau has slimmed down, ready for WGC-Workday Championship at a fond golf course
Bryson DeChambeau has slimmed down and is ready for the WGC-Workday Championship, held at the same course he won an NCAA title.