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One needs to be mentally strong if they are going to line up on offense for the Philadelphia Eagles. There will be quiet weeks, plenty of frustrating moments and maybe even a few bitter losses, but if a pass-catcher can keep his head above water, he should have opportunities to excel. Fifth-year wide receiver DeVonta […]

Amid questions about his future, fictional quarterback Frank Cushman, better known as “Cush,” replied to desperate sports agent Jerry Maguire with a few simple words. “I just want to play football.” Detroit Tigers superstar Tarik Skubal shares the same sentiment about baseball. Despite all the trade rumors swirling around his name, the two-time defending American […]

Update: Joel Embiid is out for the Philadelphia 76ers against the Dallas Mavericks, according to Marc Stein. Philadelphia 76ers head coach Nick Nurse has one of the most challenging jobs in the NBA, as he is forced to navigate constant injuries and lineup adjustments. Rarely does the 2019 champion have all his core players available […]

Marcus Smart’s bank account will be a bit lighter this weekend. The NBA is fining the Los Angeles Lakers guard $35,000 for making an obscene gesture toward an official in Thursday’s 143-135 win versus the Utah Jazz. NBA executive vice president, head of basketball operations James Jones, who won three championships during his playing days, […]

The Kansas City Chiefs (6-8) have only pride left to play for in the final three games of the 2025-26 regular season, so the organization will want to exercise caution when necessary. KC is placing linebacker Leo Chenal and right tackle Jawaan Taylor on season-ending injured reserve, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The humbled dynasty […]

Another year, and another offseason with much to address. The Atlanta Falcons (5-9) remain stuck in irrelevance, unable to contend in what is the worst division in football. They have missed the playoffs in eighth consecutive campaigns and could lose at least 10 games for the fifth time since 2020. The organization is not waiting […]

The Seattle Seahawks entered Thursday’s game versus the Los Angeles Rams with plenty to prove, at least as far as the public was concerned. Despite winning games, Seattle had not beaten a team currently in the playoff picture in almost two months. Needless to say, there were questions about how Sam Darnold and company would […]

The Los Angeles Rams (11-4) suffered a gut-wrenching 38-37 overtime loss to the Seattle Seahawks (12-3), which could have a significant impact on their playoff seeding. Regrouping from such a stinging defeat could be even harder to do following the latest injury news. Sixth-year offensive lineman Kevin Dotson was using crutches and wearing a walking […]

Legendary head coach Urban Meyer reached the pinnacle of his sport by guiding Florida and Ohio State through what are arguably the two most demanding conferences in the country, so he is not going to have much sympathy for Group of Five teams. The three-time national champion does not believe James Madison should have a […]

The Seattle Seahawks (11-3) were forced to grind their way back against the Los Angeles Rams (11-3) without one of their better defensive playmakers, as safety Coby Bryant suffered a knee injury on Thursday Night Football. He was ruled out for the remainder of the game, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Bryant, who had four […]

Following a successful trip to Las Vegas, the New York Knicks (19-7) ruled out Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart and Mitchell Robinson for Thursday’s game versus the Indiana Pacers (6-21). Fans need not worry, though, because the NBA Cup MVP continues to propel this championship-starved franchise forward. He nailed a 3-pointer over Andrew Nembhard to give […]

The Los Angeles Rams (11-3) are already without star wide receiver Davante Adams, but they now have even more misfortune to overcome on offense. Veteran right guard Kevin Dotson headed to the locker room after suffering an ankle injury versus the Seattle Seahawks (11-3) and is questionable to return, per Gary Klein of the LA […]

When two prodigiously-skilled players square off, excitement is bound to be high. All eyes are on Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham and Dallas Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg ahead of Thursday night’s matchup in American Airlines Center, but there is another young talent in the building who deserves some more recognition. Ryan Nembhard is answering the […]

The Los Angeles Rams (11-3) will engage in a high-stakes showdown with the Seattle Seahawks (11-3) on Thursday night in Lumen Field, but they will do so without the NFL’s leading receiving touchdowns leader. Davante Adams has been officially ruled out for this NFC West matchup, according to ESPN’s Lindsey Thiry. The three-time All-Pro wide […]

Mike Brown is perceived in a variety of ways. Many believe he was carried by LeBron James. Others highlight the role he played in helping the Cleveland Cavaliers reach the 2007 NBA Finals, while also crediting him for briefly reviving the Sacramento Kings after a 17-year playoffs drought. Now, he is the man who must […]

The San Antonio Spurs are obviously disappointed to fall short against the New York Knicks in the NBA Cup Final, but they also understand how far they have come as a team in just the last couple of months. Tuesday’s showdown in T-Mobile Arena was not only about competing for a trophy or the $500-plus […]

The Los Angles Rams (11-3) look like the team to beat in the NFL right now, but one loss to the Seattle Seahawks (11-3) could greatly complicate their path to the Lombardi Trophy. Needless to say, the stakes are high in Thursday night’s NFC West battle. The question that fans on both sides want to […]

The Ole Miss football community suffered a big blow when Lane Kiffin left for LSU at the end of November, but the program is proudly moving forward with new head coach Pete Golding. The former defensive coordinator is hoping to ease this transition by assembling a respectable staff, and that includes hiring people who worked […]

Julius Randle relishes the opportunity to star alongside Anthony Edwards on the Minnesota Timberwolves (17-9), a franchise that has been a perfect fit for the former All-NBA Second-Team selection. He is not just devoted to the Wolves, however. Randle, who expressed his support for new Minnesota Wild defenseman Quinn Hughes on social media last week, […]

The Entertainment Capital of the World is a fitting place to host the NBA Cup championship, as Commissioner Adam Silver keeps striving for ways to grow the league’s audience. Though, just because Las Vegas is an exciting city, does not mean it is the only viable venue for this midseason spectacle. Silver, always looking ahead, […]

Many top athletes find it difficult to call it a career, especially when they have an unblemished record, but Terence Crawford appears perfectly content with the pristine boxing legacy he crafted in the 21st Century. He did not receive all the hype and adulation that some of his contemporaries and predecessors did, but the man […]

The Texas Rangers have clearly changed their organizational philosophy. They invested a fortune and won their first-ever World Series title for their efforts, but after back-to-back seasons without a trip to the playoffs, management does not seem incredibly eager to go all in again. Instead of hunting big-time free agents, Texas’ focus is more on […]

The Chicago Bears (10-4) continue to pass the eye test during their December slate, and they are doing so without one of their most valuable offensive weapons. Rome Odunze was ruled out in each of the team’s last two games due to a foot injury. Although the second-year wider receiver has been limited for some […]

Now more than ever, college athletes have the opportunity to capitalize on a career campaign or momentous run. Many have been wondering if Darian Mensah will enter the transfer portal after leading Duke to a conference championship this season, but he may be setting his sights much higher. The Second-Team All-ACC selection is thinking about […]

Despite a terrific start to the 2025-26 campaign, Nebraska basketball was not receiving a ton of love in the national rankings. The Cornhuskers earned victories over several Power Four programs during non-conference play, but people still had questions about what Fred Hoiberg’s squad could do against a truly dangerous team. They got their answer after […]

Brendan Sorsby has not yet decided if he will enter the 2026 NFL Draft, but the 21-year-old quarterback does not plan on returning to Cincinnati regardless. He informed the university of his intention to enter the transfer portal, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel. Sorsby is waiting for feedback on his draft value, but he has […]

Tennessee Titans star defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons is unable to properly process Sunday’s 37-24 loss versus the San Francisco 49ers, which saw him score his second career receiving touchdown, because he has to address an alarming incident that took place in his home. The two-time Second-Team All-Pro was a victim of burglary while he and […]

The Minnesota Twins have refrained from adopting a firm organizational philosophy to this point of the offseason. They are currently hanging onto core members Joe Ryan, Byron Buxton and Pablo Lopez, refusing to commit to a full rebuild. They have also stayed away from the MLB free-agent pool, or at least that was the case […]

Dallas Cowboys fans knew the playoffs were a long shot after last Thursday’s loss to the Detroit Lions, but they did not expect the campaign to meet its end at home versus the largely inexperienced J.J. McCarthy. The second-year Minnesota Vikings quarterback and first-year starter impressed in a prime-time matchup, making impactful plays against a […]

The Baltimore Ravens (7-7) remain in pursuit of the AFC North crown following a 24-0 road victory versus the Cincinnati Bengals, but they will enter the final three weeks of the regular season without a key defensive contributor. Rookie linebacker Teddye Buchanan, who ranks second on the team with 49 solo tackles, is believed to […]

The New York Knicks (18-7) have done a nice job of winning the games they are supposed to lately, and they did so again after earning a 132-120 NBA Cup Semifinals victory over the injury-hampered Orlando Magic (15-11) on Saturday. The Mike Brown-coached squad is not losing sight of what is important, however. Karl-Anthony Towns […]

Orlando Magic point guard Jalen Suggs was putting on a show in the Entertainment Capital of the World, doing his best to keep his team’s NBA Cup dreams alive with a 25-point showing in the first half. Unfortunately, he did not get a chance to properly finish what he started. The former No. 5 overall […]

The NBA Cup is not just an opportunity for players to win some extra cash and a trophy. It gives athletes a chance to showcase their talents on a bigger stage. Point guards Jalen Brunson and Jalen Suggs both shined in Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena on Saturday night, as the New York Knicks and Orlando […]

Quarterbacks are born competitors who want the ball in their hands in big moments. Such ambition does not just fade, even when the body does. The greats often try to squeeze all the juice they can from their throwing arm, ignoring all the signs that say it’s time to go. Some men learn the lesson […]

Christian McCaffrey allayed concerns about his recent illness after logging a full practice session on Friday, but fans should never celebrate too early when it comes to the San Francisco 49ers star running back’s status. He is now considered questionable for Sunday’s home game versus the Tennessee Titans due to a back injury, per ESPN’s […]

Utah football is staying in-house to replace the program’s all-time leader in wins. Longtime defensive coordinator Morgan Scalley will take over for Kyle Whittingham, who stepped down after serving more than two decades as head coach. The two sides finalized a deal on Saturday, according to ESPN’s Pete Thamel. Scalley will assume the post after […]

The Detroit Tigers’ offseason will likely be defined by what they do or don’t do with two-time reigning Cy Young Tarik Skubal, but the front office must still focus on other areas of its roster. President of baseball operations Scott Harris seems particularly interested in fortifying the bullpen. Following the decision to re-sign Kyle Finnegan, […]

The Edmonton Oilers (14-11-6) are ready to see what their new goaltender can do. Tristan Jarry, the man who could be the franchise’s biggest X-factor in the short-term, is expected to start in net for Saturday’s showdown with the Toronto Maple Leafs (14-11-5), at least based on the photo that NHL insider Elliotte Friedman recently […]

Philadelphia 76ers star point guard Tyrese Maxey did not play in Friday’s 115-105 win versus the Indiana Pacers because of illness, but he is still making sure to support his teammates. The 25-year-old speedster was especially impressed by what he was seeing from center Joel Embiid, who dug deep into his bag of tricks near the […]