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When Grambling State football head coach Hue Jackson speaks, ears will perk up due to his previous shocking claims about the Cleveland Browns. He recently provided another notable quote, but one that will only spark feelings of pride and optimism among Tigers fans and the HBCU community. “Year 1, it was kind of a feeling […]

The New York Yankees look less suited to be trade deadline buyers in each passing day, as their offensive struggles have only been accentuated after they were swept by the Los Angeles Angels to begin the week. The Bronx distress is even worse with 2022 All-Star catcher Jose Trevino sidelined for the remainder of the […]

After one of the most scrutinized and controversial ownership tenures in NFL history, the Dan Snyder era has officially been closed, complete with a parting shot from the NFL. New owner Josh Harris is wasting little time in putting his own unique touch on the franchise. A name change is already being speculated, but more […]

As the Baltimore Orioles grow stronger, the Tampa Bay Rays continue to grow weaker. After a monumental power shift in the American League East standings, the once dominant Rays are sending a player to the injured list in the midst of a huge four-game series against the O’s. Catcher Francisco Mejia is headed to the […]

Any poll is bound to produce mixed reactions from the public, but the latest SEC football preseason media voting results will have many people calling for an end to the practice altogether. The Vanderbilt Commodores, who have not had a winning season since 2013 and won just three conference games in the last four years, […]

The Houston Texans are excitedly marching towards big new changes in the 2023-24 NFL season, building around rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud and rookie defensive end Will Anderson Jr. There is bound to be plenty of growing pains ahead, though, so having some more veteran leadership in the locker room probably couldn’t hurt. Former Super Bowl […]

Miami Heat fans are unlikely to have much patience for any news that does not pertain to Damian Lillard right now, but filling out the roster remains a top priority for the front office. That could mean pursuing a newly available spark plug in free agency. “Former Brooklyn Nets guard Edmond Sumner has drawn exploratory […]

To paraphrase philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson, it’s about the journey not the destination. If that is the case in the 2023 MLB season, then we are in for the most thrilling trade deadline of all-time. The hype and non-stop speculation surrounding Los Angeles Angels’ Shohei Ohtani is bound to have everyone amped up by the […]

When considering the transcendent impact Shohei Ohtani can have for a franchise and city, it is reasonable to suggest that any team with a winning record makes the Los Angeles Angels a trade offer. The incentive for such a mega move presumably rises for a big market club like the Boston Red Sox. Even on […]

After a couple of embarrassing moments with the Boston Celtics last season, Grant Williams gets a fresh start next season with the Dallas Mavericks. Though, that is not stopping him from reliving, clarifying and laughing about those lowlights during the offseason. While his infamous exchange with Jimmy Butler in the Eastern Conference Finals, commands most […]

On the surface, the 45-50 Chicago Cubs have made little progress in 2023, despite making some proactive moves during the offseason. They are currently on pace for their third-straight losing season and are eight games in back of the Milwaukee Brewers for first place in the National League Central. With the trade deadline less than […]

DeAndre Hopkins confirmed what everyone already knew; he is the newest member of the Tennessee Titans. The All-Pro wide receiver spoke for the first time since the big news broke early in the week, taking to Instagram Live to address fans and his new competitors for the first time. “It’s official, I’m a Titan,” Hopkins […]

Admittedly, we get a little caught up in strikeouts in the modern game of baseball. ERA can sometimes be minimized in favor of whiff rate and velocity, as it is far too easy to undervalue ground ball pitchers who put zeros on the scoreboard. It is difficult, however, not to get swept up in the […]

The MLB concluded one of its most chaotic days in recent memory on Tuesday. The Minnesota Twins put an exclamation point on a big scoring spree that took place across the league, tacking on two runs in the ninth inning of their blowout victory over the Seattle Mariners to etch July 18th, 2023 in the […]

After a failed 2022-23 campaign, the Las Vegas Raiders were in desperate need of a solid offseason. While they were definitely busy, Jimmy Garoppolo’s health, Davante Adams’ long-term future and Josh Jacobs’ contract situation have all combined to form a dark cloud above Allegiant Stadium. Nothing has happened just yet, but a storm is brewing. […]

With the way things have been going lately for the Arizona Diamondbacks (53-42), it is best for fans to have a glass-half-full mindset. Pitcher Zach Davies should adopt that philosophy too following a dreadful start that earned him a unique place in franchise history. The veteran right-hander was absolutely shelled by the Atlanta Braves Tuesday […]

Everyone has a price. Even billionaire owners, apparently. With a home series against the red-hot Toronto Blue Jays starting Friday, the Seattle Mariners are looking at the big picture. No not the postseason picture but rather that ever-important bottom line. The team store will be selling Blue Jays merchandise in T-Mobile Park. Sacrilege? Well, a […]

It’s that time of the year again. With Madden 24 player ratings being released, NFL stars all around the league are sharing their gripes and dismay over their talent evaluation. Seattle Seahawks cornerback Tariq Woolen has a different concern about the game, but one that might be just as important depending on who you ask. […]

The Dallas Cowboys are clearing the air when it comes to a bold claim made by Dak Prescott. The veteran quarterback declared he would throw less than 10 interceptions next season at his annual youth camp last week. The team says he was misquoted, though, and that the remarks were made in regards to tipped […]

Rookies reported to the San Francisco 49ers training camp Tuesday, but Darrell Luter Jr. unfortunately did not make it onto the field. The 2023 fifth-round cornerback was placed on the active/physically unable to perform list, via 49ers Webzone. The injury has not been disclosed but this is obviously a demoralizing blow for Luter Jr., who […]

The Georgia football roster will be a bit lighter than fans anticipated, as head coach Kirby Smart confirmed that former Texas A&M transfer Smoke Bouie is no longer with the program, according to Radi Nabulsi of UGASports.com. The unfortunate yet expected news comes after the four-star cornerback recruit was not spotted in Athens with the […]

Many consider the Los Angeles Lakers to be the unofficial winners of 2023 NBA free agency after retaining breakout Austin Reaves and solid role player Rui Hachiumura while adding scoring specialist Gabe Vincent, among other moves. However, there was one high-intensity veteran they could not get in their grasp. The polarizing Dillon Brooks was reportedly […]

Despite starting the second-half of the 2023 MLB season on a positive note, nothing has really changed for the St. Louis Cardinals. They still remain 11.5 games back in the National League Central with a slew of injuries and deficiencies. This perennial scrapper just does not have enough time, resources or good fortune to claw […]

Usually when you have a resume as exemplary and robust as Alabama football head coach Nick Saban’s, your place at the mountaintop cannot really be questioned. Recently, however, the Crimson Tide have proven to be fallible and stunningly fell short of the College Football Playoff last year. Meanwhile, their rival Georgia has assembled its own […]

No empire was born under limited ambition. And make no mistake, SEC football is a full-blown empire ruling the NCAA with an iron fist. Commissioner Greg Sankey has comfortably sat in the throne since 1996, overseeing immense financial growth and on-field success during his storied tenure. And he remains as ambitious as ever. With Oklahoma […]

The long-term future of the NBA can be perceived in differing ways. There is the perspective that the league could have some trouble finding a truly transcendent superstar to carry the mantle after LeBron James retires. Then there is the opposing camp who is not worried, due to the plethora of young talent waiting to […]

Although athletes trolling is quite typical during the year, it can get a bit out of hand during the NBA offseason. Cryptic posts leave unsuspecting fans in suspense and needlessly amp up stress levels. Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid is a leading culprit. Though, the reigning MVP and Sixers’ superstar’s latest alleged trolling is just plain […]

When the New York Jets were announced as the featured team for Hard Knocks this year, an array of reactions emanated all throughout the NFL fandom. There are many who want to see what an Aaron Rodgers-led squad looks like up-close. Others are naturally gravitated to one of the most intriguing teams in the league […]

In a 2023 MLB season filled with historic pursuits, Shohei Ohtani trade and free agency speculation and massive flops, the Miami Marlins’ 53-42 record is unlikely to command the national recognition it deserves. They are not competing for a divisional crown like the Baltimore Orioles and have not electrified a crowd quite like the Cincinnati […]

Steph Curry’s range truly knows no bounds. Whether you give the man a basketball or a club, fans are going to be left speechless by his shot-making ability. The Golden State Warriors’ legend impressed everyone who witnessed him sink a hole-in-one at the American Century Championship celebrity tournament Saturday, including the always outspoken Patrick Beverley. […]

Holding off the reigning World Series champion Houston Astros for another two-and-a-half months will be a burdensome chore, but the Texas Rangers might just possess enough firepower and grit to pull off such a feat. The team was in great need of the All-Star break after dropping 11 of 16 games and seeing their American […]

Although the biggest question surrounding Los Angeles Angels’ Shohei Ohtani is where he will be after the Aug. 1 MLB trade deadline, fans and teams have been forced to shift their focus to his recent injury and subsequent struggles on the mound. Ohtani’s first start out of the All-Star break was disconcertingly similar to his […]

Not everyone is ready to take that leap and make a big commitment. The reason for hesitation, however, should not be influenced by what other people do. Following the herd does can lead you into utter catastrophe. This is not a sermon but rather another way to interpret New York Giants’ Darius Slayton’s viewpoint on […]

Before the season began, there were plenty of people who believed the Baltimore Orioles would build off their 2022 success (83-79) and take the next step in 2023. Though, the thing that held skeptics back from buying the O’s as a legitimate contender was their willingness to spend money on pitching. They did not exactly […]

While much of the NBA world is anticipating Victor Wembanyama becomes the next big thing in basketball and sports, San Antonio Spurs fans are hoping he can restore the franchise to its past glory. But they might have to wait a bit to see if all of that faith will be validated. That is, if […]

The St. Louis Cardinals have been in desperate need of some good news all season long. Throughout this unusual and unfortunate 38-52 campaign there have been silver linings that gave hope a turnaround was coming. A once weak National league Central is now a heated race between two solid teams and is 11 games out […]

The New York Yankees (49-43) have been tasked with weathering the storm all season. While roster depth issues are being painfully exposed through a recent rough stretch without superstar Aaron Judge, there was at least hope that things would get better when starting pitcher Carlos Rodon finally made his season debut after missing three-and-a-half months […]

With the All-Star break officially over, MLB fans will dive headfirst into the Shohei Ohtani trade hysteria. Each loss for the Los Angeles Angels will make such speculation louder and louder until no other baseball topic feels relevant ahead of the Aug. 1 deadline. LA does not have time to be preoccupied with all of […]

Fresh out of the MLB All-Star break, the Los Angeles Dodgers are making moves. Although they did not make a big splash Friday, the roster will look a tad different going into a road series against the New York Mets. Most notably, utility man Chris Taylor is returning to the club after a three-week stint […]