Southern California Wildfires Impact Sports World, Coaching Changes Shake Up NFL

Created: JANUARY 26, 2025

Raging wildfires across Southern California forced evacuations, including Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr's 90-year-old mother. Former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel provided a sobering look at the fires' extent on social media, highlighting the severity of the situation. The NHL postponed Wednesday's game between the Kings and Flames in Los Angeles due to the fires. The clubhouse of the Altadena Golf Course, near the Rose Bowl Stadium, was destroyed, while Olivia Culpo, wife of 49ers star Christian McCaffrey, expressed gratitude to firefighters battling the blazes. In other news, Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones confirmed he will retain his general manager role. The New England Patriots parted ways with Jerrod Mayo after just one season. Lakers coach JJ Redick's family also evacuated their home. Rumors link Bill Belichick to open NFL coaching positions, and Colin Cowherd criticizes the Raiders' decision to fire coach Antonio Pierce.

Firefighter battles a fire

A firefighter combats the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Ethan Swope)

An LA Kings logo

Los Angeles Kings logo (Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports)

Jerod Mayo speaks

Jerod Mayo addresses the media. (AP Photo/Steve Luciano)

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