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The San Francisco 49ers (6-8) have been bitten by the injury bug throughout the 2024-25 NFL campaign and are now trending toward an uncharacteristically long offseason. Thursday’s 12-6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Levi’s Stadium means that only a miraculous gift by the football gods can launch the franchise into the playoffs. There […]

The Green Bay Packers (9-4) failed to win a prove-it game last Thursday night against the Detroit Lions, but they should have another chance to earn a signature victory in the playoffs. Until that day arrives, though, head coach Matt LaFleur has to spend the final stretch of the regular season perfecting the team’s winning […]

The Golden State Warriors (14-10) continue to play themselves closer into a state of uneasiness. They are presently in fifth place in the Western Conference, but a late collapse versus the Houston Rockets in the NBA Cup quarterfinals magnifies the issues facing the franchise. Another offensive weapon is needed to share in the burden. He […]

New York Mets fans are fantasizing about the long period of prosperity they expect Juan Soto, Francisco Lindor and the rest of Steve Cohen’s ballclub to deliver to Queens. The days of being labeled as the “little brother” may finally and mercifully be over. Though, the players who served valiantly during that trying era of […]

With running backs Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry each composing masterful seasons for their respective new teams, it is unfortunately too easy to discount Kyren Williams’ own valuable contributions to the Los Angeles Rams. He is not going to earn Offensive Player of the Year consideration or First-Team All-Pro honors, but he is a crucial […]

Brock Purdy has constantly been asked to prove himself to pundits and fans since becoming the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers. His excellent 2023-24 campaign, which culminated with a Super Bowl appearance, still did not silence all the critics. The skepticism is at full force amid his poor effort in a critical 12-6 […]

The San Francisco 49ers (6-8) preached desperation before Sunday’s trouncing of the Chicago Bears, and that was again the theme going into Thursday night’s divisional collision with the Los Angeles Rams (8-6). Or at least it was supposed to be. Apparently, one particular player was not feeling a sense of urgency to take the field, […]

Bronny James looked to be unencumbered in his first G League road game, as he put forth the best effort of his young professional career. The rookie guard came ready to play in Thursday’s battle between the South Bay Lakers and Valley Suns, scoring a game-high 30 points on 13-of-23 shooting in a 106-100 loss. […]

Puka Nacua continues to prove that his historic rookie season was no fluke. When on the field, he is one of the best wide receivers in the NFL. The Los Angeles Rams (7-6) need him to maintain that star status for the remainder of the 2024-25 season if they want to slide into the playoffs. […]

The New York Yankees cannot replace Juan Soto with one player, but they have the power to become an even better team on paper than they were with the five-time Silver Slugger. Fresh off signing left-handed starting pitcher Max Fried to a massive contract, longtime general manager Brian Cashman is in trade talks with an […]

Florida State is having an unsatisfying holiday season for the second straight year, albeit for much different reasons. The College Football Playoff selection committee spoiled the Seminoles’ 2023 campaign by leaving the then-undefeated team out of the field of four. Now, Mike Norvell is contending with significant roster turnover following a brutal 2-10 showing in […]

Brett Favre and Mark Gastineau never played in the NFL at the same time, but they both continue to suffer the effects of a violent era of the game. There should then be a sense of mutual respect between two men who could lose years of their lives from playing football. Gastineau holds a grudge […]

Longtime sports writer Larry Fitzgerald Sr., father of future Hall of fame wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald, posted on X that all-time great Randy Moss has been diagnosed with cancer. “66th NFF {National Football Foundation} Hall of of Fame Ceremony here in Las Vegas just heard that Vikings HOF Randy Moss has liver cancer. Let’s show […]

The San Francisco 49ers (6-7) are preparing for what could be a season-defining showdown on Thursday night, as the Los Angeles Rams (7-6) come into Levi’s Stadium determined to deal a fatal blow to their rival’s playoff hopes. When desperation is at its highest, the last thing a team wants to do is answer questions […]

All four of the Heisman Trophy finalists are carrying a captivating narrative with them to New York City this weekend. They have undeniably made strong statistical cases for the coveted prize, but their engrossing journeys are what makes this possibly the most intriguing crop of contenders in years. Running back Ashton Jeanty has rushed for […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have had enough. After seeing both Juan Soto and Max Fried choose New York over The Six, general manager Ross Atkins is completing a trade with the Cleveland Guardians for Gold Glove second baseman Andres Gimenez, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Right-handed relief pitcher Nick Sandlin (3.75 ERA in 68 appearances […]

The Seattle Mariners have amassed the ninth-most regular season wins in MLB over the last five years, via StatMuse, falling right behind the 2022 National League pennant-winning Philadelphia Phillies and well ahead of the 2023 World Series-winning Texas Rangers. Few people care about consistency if it does not equate with frequent playoff trips, however. The […]

The San Francisco 49ers (6-7) have been forced to call the next man up since the start of the 2024-25 regular season, particularly in their running back room. Christian McCaffrey has only carried the ball 50 times this year. Jordan Mason just joined him on the injured reserve after serving as a notable replacement. Now, […]

Juan Soto is celebrating today, and probably the rest of his days, after inking a 15-year contract worth a record-breaking $765 million with the New York Mets. But he is not the only one. Although the Toronto Blue Jays were unable to lock down the 26-year-old star outfielder, their top player still has a reason […]

The notion of a 72-year-old Bill Belichick coaching college football for the first time in his life is a tough concept to comprehend, at least at first glace. Upon further reflection, however, it does not seem like a major adjustment period would be required of the all-time great head coach. While reports continue to link […]

Many fans have used the slogan “eh, they’ll figure it out, eventually” to describe the San Francisco 49ers’ 2024-25 season, but the time for reassurance has long past. The reigning NFC champions are in last place in their division and sit two games out of the final playoff slot. There is no safety net below, […]

Ohio State football fans are fuming after seeing their beloved Buckeyes get handed a grueling draw in the upcoming College Football Playoff, but they are still keeping an eye on the transfer portal. Former five-star quarterback Devin Brown will remain on the roster through the end of the postseason, but he will be playing elsewhere […]

What was expected to be little more than a coffee date may actually lead to something more. Bill Belichick is still engaged in talks with North Carolina football regarding their head coaching vacancy, per ESPN’s Pete Thamel. It is unclear how serious the interest level is on either side, but the six-time Super Bowl-winning head […]

Being a New York Mets fan, Donovan Mitchell is acutely familiar with pain. His longtime fanhood, which dates back to his father’s employment in the organization, has given him prime seating for the heartbreak that defined the franchise for years. Well, with Juan Soto spurning the New York Yankees for their so-called “little brother,” the […]

The St. Louis Cardinals will make a huge decision about their immediate future this winter. They can either keep their roster largely intact and try to reach the ceiling they fell short of in 2024, or the front office can commit to a full rebuild for the first time in ages. If the organization chooses […]

Ja Morant is a liar. Just days after saying he will not be dunking anymore, the Memphis Grizzlies point guard delivered a highlight-reel play that people will be talking about at the end of the year, and maybe until the end of time. In Saturday night’s 127-121 road win against the Boston Celtics (19-5), Morant […]

Trevor Etienne is grateful to be playing for the Georgia football Bulldogs. The star running back missed the last three games with a rib injury, but he returned with a vengeance in Saturday’s SEC Championship game against Texas. Etienne carried the ball 16 times for 94 rushing yards and two touchdowns, the second of which […]

The Kansas City Royals surprised many people when they decided to be active in free agency last offseason. President of baseball operations J.J. Picollo acknowledged the restlessness that permeated the clubhouse and fan base, and with a green light from ownership, he brought in crucial difference-makers like Seth Lugo and Michael Wacha. Stunning results followed […]

Georgia star quarterback and NFL Draft prospect Carson Beck is currently sidelined in Saturday’s SEC Championship clash with Texas, via Fox College Football, after getting injured on the final play of the first half. Beck’s arm was hit as he was attempting to throw the ball, causing him to go down in visible pain. He […]

And that is why you play the games. Arizona State football was picked to finish last in the Big 12 in the preseason poll, but after enduring turmoil earlier in the season, the Sun Devils are conference champions. They left little doubt of their superiority on Saturday in AT&T Stadium, destroying the Iowa State Cyclones, […]

The perception is that A-List actors cannot fit in with regular folk or sports fans, but Timothée Chalamet challenged that stereotype with a standout appearance on ESPN’s “College GameDay.” The Academy Award nominee thrived in the guest picker role, compelling viewers and the rest of the panel with detailed, statistic-based and engaging commentary on Saturday […]

Texas Rangers owner Ray Davis has important questions to ask himself ahead of the annual winter meetings. Is he content with riding the World Series championship wave for a while longer, or is he desperate to chase another title? No one can accuse the former energy industry CEO of being overly frugal, considering the substantial […]

Los Angeles Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman and starting pitcher Blake Snell have each come a long way since they first became acquainted in 2011. Friedman was building a successful roster with limited final resources as the Tampa Bay Rays general manager, while first-round draft pick Snell was tapped to be the franchise’s […]

The Golden State Valkyries finally have a roster for fans to dissect and debate about, as they selected 11 out of a maximum 12 players in the WNBA Expansion Draft. No established stars were obviously selected– teams could protect six players– but the league’s new franchise still managed to assemble an intriguing collection of young […]

Stephen Curry is still a spellbinding attraction who many fans clamor for, but he obviously represents much more than entertainment for the Golden State Warriors. As long as the greatest shooter in NBA history continues to put on the No. 30 uniform, the organization’s top priority is contending for a championship. Although Jonathan Kuminga is […]

The Paris Olympics and beginning to the NBA regular season made time stand still in the basketball world. LeBron James, Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant led their country to gold and then led their respective professional squads to hot starts in the 2024-25 campaign. Reality might be setting in now, though. While those three era-defining […]

The Las Vegas Raiders (2-10) are falling deeper and deeper into the abyss as they suffer through an eight-game losing streak, but quarterback Aidan O’Connell gave fans a reason to smile in last Friday’s meeting with the Kansas City Chiefs. Yes, the 26-year-old was apparently responsible for the back-breaking blunder that denied the squad a […]

The Tampa Bay Rays pride themselves on making subtle roster moves that result in difference-making additions. Did they just strike again? Free agent catcher Danny Jansen and the organization have come to terms on a one-year, $8.5 million contract, according to FanSided’s Robert Murray. The 29-year-old spent six and a half seasons with the Toronto […]

Western Michigan football made clear progress this year, earning a 6-6 record and becoming eligible for bowl game season after a two-year hiatus. Despite scuffling in the final stretch of the 2024 campaign, the program is inching closer toward its premier objective of reclaiming MAC supremacy. Unfortunately, however, one of the key reasons why is […]