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As sad as it is to say, we have become numb to the risks that come from playing an inherently violent game like football. When most players suffer injuries, attention quickly darts to a recovery timetable. But there are certain incidents involving certain individuals that remind us how dangerous this sport can be, to the […]

Quarterbacks are cautioned to slide rather than absorb a big hit, but competitive instincts can often override practicality. This dilemma can be especially harmful to someone with a concerning medical history like Tua Tagovailoa. The Miami Dolphins star quarterback suffered the third official concussion of his NFL career in Thursday’s 31-10 loss to the Buffalo […]

Despite an offseason replete with change and questions, the Buffalo Bills are moving forward like it is just business as usual. They went into Hard Rock Stadium and left with a decisive 31-10 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Thursday night. Josh Allen did not have the monster game that the stats might indicate (13-of-19 […]

The NFL world is expressing grave concern for the well-being of Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who suffered a scary head injury in Thursday’s game versus the Buffalo Bills. Patrick Mahomes is quickly reacting to the concussion incident and is doing what many others are as they wait for another update. The Kansas City Chiefs […]

The Minnesota Twins are releasing 2024 draft pick Derek Bender after he allegedly told opposing hitters what pitch was coming during a minor league game, according to ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel and Jeff Passan. It appears as if the honeymoon phase is over for the organization and player. Bender, who was selected in the sixth round […]

Almost every great run comes to an end at some point, but New York Knicks forward Josh Hart is hoping that does not happen at his expense. After seeing a social media post that illustrates a perfect 6-0 record in Thursday games for Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, the NBA veteran issued a response that […]

The Miami Dolphins have had an eventful last few days, to say the least, but they must be completely dialed in for their Thursday Night Football clash with the Buffalo Bills. The team has not forgotten the heartbreak it suffered at the hands of its AFC East foe last season and is under immense pressure […]

If the Chicago Cubs (75-70) are unable to sneak into the playoffs this season, which will be quite difficult to do, their top priority must then be identifying players who can make up their core. After another highlight-filled performance, Pete Crow-Armstrong might be inserting himself into that group. The rookie center fielder helped the Cubbies […]

Breanna Stewart is the latest star to speak her mind following the comments that WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert made in a CNBC interview, which centered around the vitriol that some supporters of Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark direct at the respective players. The New York Liberty star is not pleased by what she heard. When […]

When the New York Giants were utterly embarrassed at home by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2023-24 season opener, fans believed they had reached rock bottom. It seems as if they were wrong. Daniel Jones has endured his share of pitfalls over the last several years, but Sunday’s game elicited an emotion that should rarely […]

It is near impossible to be optimistic about the remainder of the Chicago Sky’s 2024 campaign, following the recent news that Angel Reese will miss the rest of the season. While fans wait to see if their team can hold onto the No. 8 seed and advance to the WNBA Playoffs, they will at least […]

The San Francisco 49ers got along just fine without superstar running back Christian McCaffrey in Monday’s season opener versus the New York Jets, and they may need to figure out how to do it again in Week 2. McCaffrey is likely to miss Sunday’s road matchup against the Minnesota Vikings due to Achilles tendinitis, per […]

Artificial intelligence does not make everything better. Exhibit A, ESPN’s AI system failed to include a teeny-tiny detail in its recap of Sunday’s National Women’s Soccer League showdown between the San Diego Wave and North Carolina Courage– the retirement of Alex Morgan. She only happens to be one of the greatest women’s soccer players of […]

Despite weathering some controversy late in the year, Jannik Sinner ends 2024 on top of the tennis world. The 23-year-old Italian overpowered American Taylor Fritz in the US Open final on Sunday afternoon, winning in straight sets to capture the second major title of his career. A day before seizing this signature moment, he had […]

One day after the detainment of Tyreek Hill, the Miami-Dade police union is issuing a statement explaining the reason for its actions. The Miami Dolphins star wide receiver was given two citations for careless driving and a seatbelt violation, per ESPN’s Jeff Darlington, hours before Sunday’s season opener versus the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was placed […]

After countless debates regarding his claim for the 2023 Defensive Player of the Year award, T.J. Watt emphatically announced his presence in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ first game of the 2024-25 campaign. The All-Pro linebacker terrorized the Atlanta Falcons and clinched an 18-10 win for his team by sacking quarterback Kirk Cousins. Though, what might keep […]

Although the Los Angeles Rams fought valiantly on the road in their 2024-25 season opener versus the Detroit Lions, they ultimately fell in overtime, 26-20. Such a loss can be used as motivational fuel and something to learn from for the weeks to come. But LA has other concerns that might complicate that objective, namely […]

A distressing season opener for Cleveland Browns fans is being compounded by disappointing injury news. Pro Bowl tight end David Njoku is “feared to have suffered a high-ankle sprain” in Sunday’s 33-17 loss to the visiting Dallas Cowboys, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. An offense that looked painfully discombobulated and completely outmatched may now […]

Last season in Week 2, two rebuilding programs in Nebraska and Colorado football faced off in Boulder. The Buffaloes dismantled the Cornhuskers and added to their massive following in the process. The 2024 version of Nebraska is far different, however, with freshman quarterback Dylan Raiola adding new credibility to the offense. But Deion Sanders’ confidence […]

As usual, the Los Angeles Dodgers (84-57) are fighting for one of the top records in the National League and are all but guaranteed a postseason slot. But they are also beset with pitching injuries, also per usual. LA is in danger of entering October with a scarce starting rotation yet again. Ergo, it is […]

The Atlanta Braves (77-64) have been battling injuries throughout the 2024 MLB campaign but have mostly managed to stay afloat to this point. They cannot tread water for much longer, though, as the scorching-hot New York Mets (77-64) pull even with them in the National League Wild Card standings. Manager Brian Snitker needs warm bodies. […]

Protecting potential franchise quarterback Jayden Daniels becomes even more important for the Washington Commanders following the latest injury update. Backup QB Marcus Mariota suffered a torn pectoral and is being placed on the injured reserve, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Mariota missed the last week of practice, so his availability for the 2024-25 […]

The Green Bay Packers have appeared to avoid catastrophe. Quarterback Jordan Love, who exited in the final seconds of Friday’s loss versus the Philadelphia Eagles, has suffered an MCL injury, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. While that is obviously unfortunate news, there was a growing fear that the issue centered around the ACL. Love’s […]

Alumni Stadium is brimming with more excitement than it has been in more than a decade and a half, as the revamped and seemingly reinvigorated Boston College football Eagles get set for their home opener. A matchup with Duquesne should afford them the chance to keep riding their big wave of momentum, following their Labor […]

Chicago Sky star Angel Reese is breaking single-season records and assuming a leadership role in just her first season in the WNBA. If she continues on this current trajectory, the 2023 national champion will be one of the most impactful forwards of her generation. The on-court prowess is only a part of the Reese package, […]

This is getting way out of hand. Injuries are a part of all sports, but the Los Angeles Dodgers may have to seriously reconsider how they manage their pitchers after seeing another one land on the shelf. Rookie right-hander Gavin Stone is being placed on the 15-day injured list with shoulder inflammation, per the team. […]

The United States made great strides in several sports at the Paris Olympics, tying China with 40 gold medals and blowing everyone away for the lead in total medals with 126. But it stunningly regressed in a place that it historically thrives in– the pool. While there are still a number of American standouts in […]

Following a much anticipated quarterback decision in training camp, the Pittsburgh Steelers might be forced to quickly change their plans. Russell Wilson is listed as questionable for the team’s Week 1 matchup versus the Atlanta Falcons, according to ESPN’s Brooke Pryor. The 35-year-old is nursing a calf injury that hampered him in camp and is […]

The Russell Wilson Era is not getting off to a promising start for the Pittsburgh Steelers, as injury concerns cloud the team’s season opener versus the Atlanta Falcons. A day after head coach Mike Tomlin revealed that his starting quarterback was once again dealing with calf tightness, Wilson is taking it upon himself to address […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers may have a Super Bowl champion taking snaps under center now, but their offense is still mired in uncertainty. With a taxing AFC North to deal with this season, it is imperative that chemistry and morale are high in the land of Black and Gold. The organization is ostensibly taking this philosophy […]

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams makes his NFL regular season debut this Sunday against the Tennessee Titans, but USC football is wasting no time in honoring the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner. The program is retiring his No. 13 Trojans jersey, per ESPN’s Paolo Uggetti. A special tribute video was made with some assistance from some […]

Thursday night’s NFL season opener versus the Kansas City Chiefs marked the best game of Isaiah Likely’s career, but one would not know that based on how the Baltimore Ravens tight end reacted when walking back to his team’s locker room. He scored a touchdown to put the Ravens within one as time expired, but […]

On Thursday, the NFL-watching world got the action-packed showdown it was hoping to see in the AFC Championship, as the Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens kept things interesting even after the clock struck zero. Quarterback Lamar Jackson posted almost 400 total yards of offense but fell short again to Patrick Mahomes, and did so […]

Before opening kickoff, many would have guessed that the Baltimore Ravens would need a strong effort from tight end Mark Andrews if they were going to defeat the two-time reigning Super Bowl champion Kansas Chiefs in the NFL season opener. Well, the former All-Pro has been stifled nearly all nightlong, and sure enough, the road […]

Since becoming an NFL starting quarterback, Patrick Mahomes has enjoyed one of the most sensational runs in sports history. In just six years, he has already compiled a pristine legacy that compares to few others. The three-time Super Bowl MVP is adding to his long list of milestones in Thursday’s season opener against the visiting […]

Hanging up Super Bowl banners is becoming a routine ritual for Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, but it remains special nonetheless. The excitement in Arrowhead Stadium was palpable, as the franchise commemorated last season’s hard-fought championship victory. And it did so in a big way. A highly conspicuous Super Bowl 58 banner hangs […]

For the last few years, the Denver Nuggets have boasted one of the best core groups in the NBA. Bringing Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Michael Porter Jr. and Aaron Gordon all together helped allow the franchise and city to celebrate its first-ever NBA championship in 2023. That formula did not produce the intended results this […]

Cincinnati Bengals fans can seemingly rejoice. Amid all the contract drama and speculation, Ja’Marr Chase is expected to suit up in Sunday’s season opener versus the New England Patriots, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The star wide receiver appeared to be trending in that direction after logging limited practices the last two days, but […]

If an American male tennis player was on the verge of making history in 2024, one would probably throw out a couple names before mentioning Frances Tiafoe. Yes, the 26-year-old was just one set away from reaching the 2022 US Open Final, but he seemed far removed from his peak entering the Cincinnati Masters last […]