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There were several possible storylines people were anticipating heading into the 2023 FIBA world Cup. Did USA have enough stars to win it all? Was this Canada’s time to stake its claim as a supreme basketball power. Could Luka Doncic carry scrappy Slovenia to a deep run? Despite boasting some NBA talent, Serbia was under […]

That was rough. The Kansas City Chiefs began their Super Bowl title defense battered but still clear favorites against the visiting Detroit Lions Thursday night. They lost the game while also enraging many fantasy football managers in the process. The league winner posted pedestrian numbers, promising second-year talents failed to make an impact and a […]

The Detroit Lions fearlessly marched into Arrowhead Stadium to face an undermanned Kansas City Chiefs team Thursday night and exploited their opponent’s deficiencies. Grit propelled the underdogs to the 21-20 victory in the NFL season’s first game. One of their new additions held nothing back when celebrating the upset in the locker room. “It’s not […]

Although talent has been surging in recent years, one of the biggest problems facing American tennis has been a lack of star power. Not since Serena Williams has there been a player who has been able to transcend the court and resonate with celebrities, public figures and athletes across other sports. Coco Gauff seems on […]

Aaron Rodgers entered the darkness unsure of his future and emerged seeing green. He is improbably the new face of the New York Jets. Although there was plenty of build-up before a trade with the Green Bay Packers was actually finalized, it still feels surreal to see the Lambeau legend on a new team. And […]

Even with the Kansas City Chiefs short-handed, many fans believed that the only way for the Detroit Lions to defeat the defending Super Bowl champions was to play aggressive, gutsy football. Well, head coach Dan Campbell took it to a whole new level just five and-a-half minutes into the first game of the 2023-24 season. […]

In what is undoubtedly one of the biggest moments of their respective careers, Coco Gauff and Karolina Muchova had their highly-anticipated US Open women’s semifinal showdown delayed because of climate protestors, per Evening Standard’s Matt Majendie. Early in the second set, screams could be heard from the upper deck of Arthur Ashe Stadium, which forced […]

It goes without saying how much Drew Brees means to New Orleans after leading the Saints to an emotionally-charged Super Bowl title in 2010. But he also holds a special place in his heart for the city he has called home for almost the last two decades. That much is evidenced by all of the […]

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Buffalo Bills wide receiver Mike Williams has tragically passed away at the age of 36, according to Jon Scott of Spectrum News 1 BUF. He succumbed to injuries that he suffered in an accident while working at a construction site. Williams played five years in the NFL, four of which […]

Any Los Angeles Angels fan who has been able to avoid a tirade or daily dose of Advil should be commended for their composure and ability to withstand anguish. This season has truly been an unmitigated disaster with both the present and future of the franchise suffering one devastating blow after another. The only glimmer […]

After a half-decade of living in the American League basement, the Baltimore Orioles’ long-term vision is coming to fruition in 2023. If they can hold off the Tampa Bay Rays, this young group will earn a bye in the first round of the MLB Playoffs. And there is more talent just waiting to charge into […]

When an exodus of players are cut from NFL teams ahead of the new season, there are a fortunate few who will get a second chance to prove themselves on the practice squad. The Las Vegas Raiders are affording that opportunity to veteran wide receiver Keelan Cole Sr., per the team. After releasing the 30-year-old […]

Although the New York Yankees are fully committed to giving their younger players plenty of opportunities for the rest of 2023, it would also be advantageous for some of the slumping veterans to find their rhythm at the plate. Unfortunately, the organization has no choice but to shut one of them down. Amid growing concerns, […]

The Cleveland Guardians’ 2023 MLB season is on the verge of flat-lining and should be completely out of grasp if they don’t prevail in their upcoming three-game series against the Minnesota Twins. In the midst of these dire times, fans received injury updates on their two most coveted starting pitchers. “Shane Bieber and Triston McKenzie […]

Many good stories have been embellished over time for the sole purpose of adding some intrigue. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith was guilty of doing just that, according to Klutch Sports Group founder and LeBron James’ agent Rich Paul. Smith and Paul apparently got into a bit of a spat regarding the endless Michael Jordan-LeBron GOAT […]

Although superstar quarterback Joe Burrow recently made a triumphant and surprise return to practice, his status for the Cincinnati Bengals’ Week 1 matchup with the Cleveland Browns remains uncertain. Though, his head coach is thrilled by the progress he is seeing and gave fans an optimistic update Monday afternoon. “Today was a really good day […]

Bam! USC football wide receiver Tahj Washington is cooking on and off the field this season. The star senior just revealed his unique NIL deal that could inspire athletes to branch out into many different business arenas. “WR Tahj Washington has partnered with Hello Fresh for season 2 of his cooking show “No Huddle Kitchen,” […]

Although Brian Kelly has compiled a highly reputable resume during his long coaching career, his teams are known for faltering in big games. LSU football continued that unfortunate tradition Sunday night in a 45-24 loss to the No. 8 Florida State Seminoles. “Brian Kelly has the 3rd-most losses by 20+ points as head coach of […]

The Carolina Panthers should be fully focused on getting rookie quarterback Bryce Young ready for his first NFL game next Sunday but instead find themselves possibly embroiled in an untimely contract dispute with their star defensive player. After missing a practice last week, edge rusher Brian Burns was no where to be found during Carolina’s […]

Any Italians who were still feeling hurt by Paolo Banchero’s decision to represent the United States in the FIBA World Cup instead of them are unlikely to change their stance after the Orlando Magic forward’s most recent media session. Ahead of Team USA’s upcoming quarterfinal mathcup against Italy, a reporter asked the reigning NBA Rookie […]

It was only a matter of time before that slimy Bob Sugar married his way into the top of the sports world. Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss tied the knot with comedian Jay Mohr in an intimate wedding ceremony on Malibu Beach this past Sunday, via TMZ. The two had been publicly dating since […]

In light of all her recent success, American teenage sensation Coco Gauff is under great pressure to win the US Open Women’s Championship. With those high stakes can come plenty of frustration, which is only exacerbated by an experienced and resilient opponent, and an outspoken coach. Before eventually pulling out a three-set victory against the […]

After predicting that LSU football would go into Tallahassee and topple No. 8 Florida State, head coach Brian Kelly had to eat his words when his No. 5 Tigers were trounced, 45-24, Sunday night. Perhaps even more painfully, though, he was forced to come to grips with the harsh reality that his team might not […]

New York Mets fans finally thought a new day had finally dawned in Queens going into the 2023 MLB season. In the later years of the Jeff Wilpon Era, a morning cup of coffee was usually sipped while learning of the latest outrageous mishap to plague the franchise. Work was an escape from the obligatory […]

USC football came into this season with the clear goal of reaching the College Football Playoff after an 11-win season in Lincoln Riley’s first year as head coach. That is not likely to happen without a drastic defensive makeover, though. Following the Trojans’ 56-28 win versus San Jose in last weekend’s opener, it is hard […]

The Detroit Lions surprised many fans with their gutsy, and at times innovative, offensive play-calling last season. This year, fans are even more excited to see what they have planned, particularly for rookie running back Jahmyr Gibbs. Offensive coordinator Ben Johnson only raised the level of curiosity surrounding this football team with his latest comments. […]

On the final day of 2022, TCU football was heralded as one of the most feel-good underdog tales that had been witnessed in recent memory. Since then, though, the gridiron has only been a place of pain for the Horned Frogs. Looking to build on an appearance in the 2023 National Championship Game and move […]

When Deion Sanders arrived at Colorado football and brought with him a top-25 recruiting class, it was only a matter of time before Boulder was rebuilt from its ashes. But few were bold enough to predict a monumental change in the first game of this ambitious, new era. Sanders and the Buffaloes wasted no time […]

We are in September, and the Baltimore Orioles still own the best record in the American League at 83-51. But that does not mean general manager Mike Elias and the front office are going to be complacent when it comes to their roster. Baltimore is getting in on the MLB waiver wire hysteria, claiming old […]

Colorado football has come to play. A superb recruiting resume obviously carries substantial weight in this sport, but no one knew exactly what to expect in Deion Sanders’ first game as Buffaloes head coach. The ambitious squad went into halftime with a lead over the home-team TCU Horned Frogs. One of the reasons was because […]

New York Yankees rookie outfielder Jasson Dominguez might have just been getting out of diapers when Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander began his Hall of Fame-worthy career in 2006. Friday night, he was taking him yard in his first MLB at-bat. Verlander has seen and accomplished enough to not be embarrassed by such a […]

Coming off a hugely disappointing season, head coach Jimbo Fisher and Texas A&M football are surely focused on flipping the narrative in 2023. Though, their attention has at least been somewhat preoccupied going into their Week 1 game versus New Mexico. Freshman wide receiver Micah Tease has been arrested on felony drug charges and is […]

The race for Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood is over. With Lazio seemingly the front-runner to land the 21-year-old native of the United Kingdom, the Serie A club simply could not complete a deal in time. The failed talks allowed La Liga’s Getafe to sneak in and sign Greenwood on a season-long loan from the […]

Fox Sports 1 personality Nick Wright prides himself on being fearlessly authentic. He insists that his opinions are not played up for atings, despite some fans thinking otherwise. So when he declares USC ‘s Caleb Williams as already being one of the five best quarterbacks in the game today (pro or college) or lists Michael […]

After being constantly reminded of the rare and colossal struggles the franchise is enduring in 2023, New York Yankees fans will be delighted by this latest bit of Pinstripes history. “If Jasson Domínguez, Everson Pereira, Oswald Peraza and Anthony Volpe all start tonight, it would mark the first time the Yankees had four players 23-or-younger […]

James Harden is among the most controversial stars in the NBA, but you wouldn’t know it from listening to Lil Wayne. On Friday’s edition of Undisputed, the rap legend and new weekly co-host offered his reasoning for why the Los Angeles Clippers should trade for the former MVP. “[The Clippers] should want [James Harden},” he […]

Although Texas football has failed to live up to their lofty expectations in recent years, the program keeps finding a way to reel its rabid fan base back in. The Longhorns have effectively set the stage for the upcoming 2023-24 season with their new hype video. They immediately played up the narrative that has defined […]

With September officially upon us and still no Chris Jones, Kansas City Chiefs fans have to be sweating a little. The defending Super Bowl champions kick off the 2023-24 NFL season at home against the Detroit Lions next Thursday, but it is looking less likely that their All-Pro defensive tackle will be suiting up. Despite […]

Say what you will about Deion Sanders, but he is a dreamer. The first-year Colorado football head coach has grand ambitions ahead of the team’s Week 1 road matchup versus TCU this Saturday afternoon. In fact, he believes the program is going to reach such heights during his tenure that its success will greatly impact […]