Alex House Articles - Page 3

Ohio State football (5-0) is deservedly the top-ranked team in the nation, and its smothering, top-ranked defense is a major reason why. The Buckeyes have allowed only 25 points and gave up just two touchdowns through their first five games this season. Although the defending national champions have only played one ranked opponent to this […]

The free-falling Baltimore Ravens (1-4) could have a mighty tough time regaining their equilibrium heading into Sunday’s showdown with the Los Angeles Rams (3-2), as they will officially be without their franchise cornerstone for another week. Lamar Jackson has been ruled out with a hamstring injury, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The two-time MVP quarterback […]

The Detroit Tigers last won the World Series in 1984. That celebratory moment took place more than two years before President Ronald Reagan uttered the words, “Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!” The Seattle Mariners have never competed in the Fall Classic during their 48-year existence and last advanced to the American League Championship Series […]

The New York Yankees were unable to defend their American League crown during the 2025 MLB playoffs, failing to take advantage of what seemed to be a disparity in starting pitching depth and offensive firepower. Fresh off a four-game defeat versus the Toronto Blue Jays in the AL Division Series, another trying offseason awaits. The […]

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts posted 280 passing yards in back-to-back games for the first time in over two years, wide receiver AJ Brown recorded a solid six receptions for 80 yards and running back Saquon Barkley averaged more than 4.0 yards per rushing attempt on double-digit carries for the first time this season in […]

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy receives plenty of attention for his unique personality, which is comprised of pocket pancakes and impromptu William Shakespeare quotes, but he can also be brutally honest. That was the case following a 6-0 road loss to the Chicago Cubs in Game 4 of the National League Division Series. The Cubbies […]

Four days after suffering an embarrassing and sickening road loss to the New Orleans Saints, the New York Giants (2-4) toppled the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles (4-2) in a prime-time matchup. There are obviously still a myriad of questions facing this organization, but fans are hopeful this is a turning point for Big […]

The Philadelphia Phillies will have plenty of time to process yet another bitter playoffs elimination after falling to the Los Angles Dodgers in Game 4 of the National League Division Series, but right now, they are consoling one of their own. Relief pitcher Orion Kerkering certainly could use their support after committing one of the […]

The Chicago Cubs are fighting to save their season, and they started Thursday’s battle versus the Milwaukee Brewers the same way they have started every game of this National League Division Series. The home team applied pressure on two-time All-Star pitcher Freddy Peralta in the first inning, setting the table for a thunderous three-run Ian […]

When the Chicago Cubs ended a 100-plus year drought and won the World Series in 2016, Ian Happ was a top prospect in the organization’s farm system and therefore just missed out on the momentous celebration. The three-time Gold Glove outfielder has competed in the National League Championship Series just once since making his MLB […]

Texas A&M football (5-0) allowed only 19 points combined in consecutive home wins versus Auburn and Mississippi State, but head coach Mike Elko will surely feel more comfortable if he has one of his top linebackers back on the field. Scooby Williams, who missed both of those games with an ankle injury, is listed as […]

Who are the real Atlanta Falcons? That question is quite difficult to answer through four games. They narrowly lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the season opener and then shut down rookie quarterback JJ McCarthy the following week. A frightening 30-0 road loss to the Carolina Panthers then ensued, but the team earned back […]

Jaxson Dart’s first career start versus the Philadelphia Eagles (4-1) could be far less daunting following the latest update. Second-Team All-Pro defensive tackle Jalen Carter is inactive for Thursday night’s NFC East face-off due to a heel injury, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. Amid questions surrounding their offense, the reigning Super Bowl champions will […]

The Toronto Blue Jays had many detractors entering the American League Division Series, as the New York Yankees came in with more starting pitching depth and momentum, but public perception obviously changed after the No. 1 seed in the AL thwacked its opponent in the Rogers Centre in Games 1 and 2. Well, the pendulum […]

Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green probably does not have much time to dive into baseball, and that is perfectly reasonable. He and other NBA players will watch what they can and enjoy the thrills along the way. But if any of them or other non-MLB athletes, decide to make a prediction, they may want […]

Although the New York Yankees are regular participants during the October festivities, one of the biggest knocks against them during the Aaron Boone era has been a lack of mental toughness in critical games. Well, nobody can question the resilience they displayed in a postseason-extending 9-6 win versus the Toronto Blue Jays in Game 3 […]

The Pittsburgh Penguins are shifting toward a youth movement, as demonstrated by their decision to start two rookies on Tuesday night, but a strong veteran presence still remains on the roster entering the 2025-26 campaign. And it is one that represents the greatest run in franchise history. Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang are […]

Jazz Chisholm Jr. found himself under scrutiny early in a must-win Game 3 of the American League Division Series, failing to notice that Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Davis Schneider was racing to home plate after Cody Bellinger was unable to secure a sliding grab. That brief hesitation resulted in a run, extending the New York […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. is a former MVP runner-up, two-time Silver Slugger, five-time All-Star, 2022 Gold Glove winner, 2021 All-Star Game MVP, 2023 Home Run Derby champion and the current face of the Toronto Blue Jays. But he is not a speedster. Don’t tell him that, though, for the burly first baseman displayed a high motor […]

LeBron James once again hinted at a big announcement that ramped up speculation among NBA fans, only for it to just be an advertisement. Relief and irritation filled social media after people watched the all-time great pay tribute to his infamous “Decision” special from 2010, in what turned out to be a Hennessy commercial. The […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have already begun preparing for LeBron James’ future retirement as evidenced by their big commitment to Luka Doncic, but many fans around the globe are not quite ready to see the four-time Finals MVP put a bow on his legendary NBA career. Well, speculation is running rampant after he posted a […]

LSU football (4-1) arguably remains a puzzle five games through the 2025-26 campaign. Their supposedly signature victory, which ended an infamous run of season openers, no longer looks so impressive, as Clemson has since lost to both Georgia Tech and Syracuse. Brian Kelly’s squad still boasts a fierce defensive attack, but its quest for SEC […]

If fans had any doubts about Connor McDavid’s desire to win a Stanley Cup with the Edmonton Oilers, they should feel quite confident in his stance following Monday’s big news. The three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner signed a two-year contract extension with an average annual value (AAV) of $12.5 million, gifting the front office crucial […]

The Houston Texans finally unleashed a well-rounded offensive effort this season, annihilating the Baltimore Ravens in a 44-10 road victory on Sunday afternoon. Quarterback C.J. Stroud enjoyed a successful outing for a second straight game, building noticeable rapport with a wide receiver room that had produced more questions than answers going into this Week 5 […]

Cal Raleigh made remarkable history in a potential MVP campaign. The Eugenio Suarez and Josh Naylor trades infused a significant amount of confidence in the clubhouse and fan base. Jorge Polanco revived his career after posting a .495 slugging percentage and .821 OPS. These developments have made a huge impact on the 2025 season, but […]

Following a 27-10 loss to the Washington Commanders, it is easy to say that the Los Angeles Chargers (3-2) have come crashing down to earth. The skeptical fans who refused to buy into Jim Harbaugh’s squad after a 3-0 start to the season seemingly have all the evidence they need to tear down the “the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers and their fans tolerated an unspectacular 2025 campaign by Teoscar Hernandez, confident that he would step up when the stakes got higher. The slugging outfielder rewarded their faith in a big way on Saturday night, blasting a three-run, go-ahead home run in a 5-3 win in Game 1 of the National […]

For the second year in a row, with suffocating pressure surrounding head coach Billy Napier and Florida football, the Gators earn a big upset victory. Following a 1-3 start to what some believed could be a promising campaign, this program badly needed a win in a marquee matchup. True to form, it was ugly at […]

FOX Sports was hoping to devote all its attention to its college football coverage, but Saturday has taken several unexpected turns and left the company plenty to sort out. NFL analyst Mark Sanchez, who was set to work in the broadcast booth for FOX’s airing of Indianapolis Colts versus Las Vegas Raiders, was rushed to […]

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. no longer spouts vitriol when he discusses the New York Yankees, but everyone knows how much he enjoys facing the legendary franchise. Despite lacking power in 2025, the five-time All-Star still feasted on the Yanks this season, going 13-for-23 with four RBIs in his last five games […]

Although he played only 110 games during the regular season, catcher Will Smith is the only Los Angeles Dodgers player to post a .290-plus batting average, a .490-plus slugging percentage and a .900-plus OPS during the 2025 campaign. A hand injury put his career year on pause and kept him out for most of September, […]

When the New York Yankees completed a trade with the Chicago Cubs to acquire Cody Bellinger last December, many people viewed the former MVP as a replacement option for Juan Soto. Those were always going to be enormous shoes to fill, but he nevertheless made a huge impact on this ballclub and is a key […]

Former NFL quarterback and current FOX Sports color commentator Mark Sanchez was stabbed on Saturday in Indianapolis and rushed to the hospital in critical condition, according to TMZ Sports. Police reported to the scene after receiving a call for two injured people in the downtown area at 12:30 a.m. The status of the other individual […]

Although Eugenio Suarez drew more attention because of his top-notch power, the biggest midseason addition the Seattle Mariners made has proven to be Josh Naylor. The veteran first baseman boasts an impactful combination of contact prowess and extra-base upside, doing his part to help this lineup become more dangerous than it has been in quite […]

The Las Vegas Aces and Phoenix Mercury deserve ample praise for representing the sport in the 2025 WNBA Finals, but they are splitting focus with several other league issues. Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier put the higher-ups on the defensive after her blistering remarks earlier in the week, doing her part as a WNBA Players […]

The Washington Commanders (2-2) will remain shorthanded on offense entering Sunday’s road game versus the Los Angeles Chargers (3-1), as wide receiver Terry McLaurin continues to work his way back from a quadriceps injury, but they will get a major boost in the form of returning quarterback Jayden Daniels. Based on how the practice week […]

The New York Giants (1-3) have been fairly inconsistent in all phases of the game through the first month of the 2025-26 NFL campaign, but outside linebacker Brian Burns has been a constant force of nature for Big Blue. He has five sacks, which are tied with Los Angeles Rams edge rusher Byron Young for […]

The Golden State Warriors acquired Jimmy Butler last season in order to widen their championship contention window and temporarily delay tough questions regarding their future. Four-time title-winning head coach Steve Kerr has publicly stated that he expects the veteran wing to dictate the team’s pace on offense. Given how important he is to the Dubs’ […]

When the Dallas Cowboys selected Texas Longhorns dynamo Jaydon Blue in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, many fans were hoping he would add clarity to the team’s uncertain running back room. Instead Javonte Williams and Miles Sanders have both been efficient ball-carriers and the rookie has yet to even see the field […]