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Everyone has been there. Sometimes you just cannot place who that person is. It could be that shady cousin at a family wedding or that neighbor whom with you just exchange friendly nods. For Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, it was the man the Green Bay Packers have chosen to replace Aaron Rodgers. […]

A quarterback controversy is not necessarily a good reflection of an NFL franchise. Sure, it is good to have choices, but that is a position where there needs to absolute clarity. Waffling between multiple candidates can indicate indecision to fans. For the San Francisco 49ers, though, it is crucial to have options going into next […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis often finds himself under the microscope. He has always been heralded for his superstar talent but has seen his ability to carry a team to the next level questioned for much of his career. With the Lakers fighting for a postseason spot, fans looked to Davis to keep the […]

San Francisco 49ers fans were treated to some positive news Monday regarding quarterback Brock Purdy, who underwent surgery early in March to repair the torn UCL he suffered in the NFC Championship. 49ers general manager John Lynch provided the first update since the successful procedure, maintaining the same timetable that has already been outlined for […]

Regardless of scandal or major departures, the Houston Astros’ title window always seems to be wide open. They do not merely plug in players to replace stars like Carlos Correa or Gerrit Cole. They find and develop new ones like Framber Valdez, Jeremy Pena and Cristian Javier. The result was a World Series Championship last […]

Few NFL teams have the luxury of turning away extra depth. The position does not even necessarily matter. Injuries are a given in this unforgiving sport, and sometimes that improbable next man up could become a vital contributor during the regular season and possibly beyond. The Philadelphia Eagles’ biggest offseason moves are probably behind them, […]

Orlando Guardians quarterback Quinten Dormady is a vindicated man after an XFL investigation concluded he was not guilty of leaking his team’s playbook despite accusations that suggested otherwise. Although he has returned to the team, it was an emotionally draining ordeal that has naturally left some frustration. “My name has been tarnished and defamed for […]

The 2023 NFL Draft feels even more crucial than in past years. There are three franchises near the top of the board who are likely to select quarterbacks. The high stakes should bring plenty of excitement. Fans should not be expecting any big surprises, however, as Bryce Young and CJ Stroud remain the expected top […]

Almost every legendary athlete has at least one or two performances that were so incredible that they are labeled with a universal designation. Michael Jordan had the “Flue Game.” Tom Brady’s epic comeback versus the Atlanta Falcons is known simply as “28-3.” Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes now has the ankle game under his […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and their fans have the misfortune of being in must-win territory essentially every game until the regular season ends. They have finally climbed back to .500 and will have to stay completely locked in. However, that does not mean their star Anthony Davis cannot take a minute out of his day […]

The Denver Broncos have been very busy this offseason trying their best to complete a massive one-year turnaround. Head coach Sean Payton will have a new addition to the coaching staff who will ideally be a key part of that Mile High resurgence. Ex-LSU football defensive line coach and run game coordinator Jamar Cain is […]

Kanye West is claiming to have changed his views on Jewish people after watching actor Jonah Hill in the 2012 comedy film, 21 Jump Street. This comes after making multiple antisemitic comments last year that resulted in widespread condemnation and the loss of millions in his now ex-sponsorship deals with Adidas and Gap, among others. […]

Ben Simmons was given some devastating news on Friday. He has been diagnosed with a nerve impingement on his back and will remain sidelined for the Brooklyn Nets, according to Tim Bontemps of ESPN. Simmons has missed the last 15 games due to back and knee injuries, and it is unlikely he suits up again […]

A team with nothing to lose can be extremely dangerous. The Oklahoma City Thunder are just 36-37 and currently outside the NBA Play-In picture. But they are ahead of schedule. Their ascension could be imminent. This franchise was not supposed to be hovering around .500. NBA postseason travel arrangements should not be something on OKC’s […]

LeBron James can always count on former teammate Tristan Thompson to have his back. A few days after Mario Chalmers said other players did not “fear” the NBA’s all-time scoring leader before games like they did Michael Jordan, Thompson sounded off on the controversial comments. The 11-year NBA big man was fired up and seemingly […]

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is about to enter the final year of his rookie contract and is expected to net a sizable purse for his consistent production. However, rival teams apparently believe his immediate future remains in Cincy, according to the reporting of The Athletic’s Jeff Howe. Bengals general manager Duke Tobin and […]

As if it needed any more, Thursday added a ton of confusion to the Lamar Jackson and Baltimore Ravens contract drama. Friday has not exactly cleared things up, but it does seem the star quarterback himself feels very enlightened and emboldened amid all of the rampant media and fan speculation. The NFL released a memo […]

Carolina Panthers general manager Scott Fitterer is rightfully leaving no stone unturned ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft. He is tasked with finding a new quarterback who will not just be the leader on the field but the unquestionable face of the franchise off of it as well. That means character is under heavy critique […]

New York Knicks fans might not admit it, but they are worried about an impending case of deja vu hitting Madison Square Garden. On the surface, any qualms seem inappropriate given the strides this franchise has taken. After an eternal search, the team finally found their point guard in Jalen Brunson, and boy has he […]

Gonzaga basketball star Drew Timme is an extremely grateful man Thursday night. Not only did the college basketball great nearly see his hopes for a National Championship evaporate, but he was also one 3-pointer away from being a scapegoat for the rest of time. Fans were treated to another instant NCAA Tournament classic between Gonzaga […]

As CBS Sports college basketball insider Jon Rothstein says, there is a dark side of March that people often forget about in the midst of all the madness. Michigan State basketball and head coach Tom Izzo found themselves as victims of a brutal heartbreaker in the NCAA Tournament, courtesy of Kansas State, and that fickle […]

Every NCAA Tournament seems to have a breakout star who puts NBA scouts on notice and captures the hearts of millions of fans around the country. After a historic and gutsy performance that led Kansas State basketball to an overtime victory over Michigan State, point guard Markquis Nowell has announced himself as the latest March […]

Retirement has afforded Tom Brady an array of options of how he can spend his time. He can fish. He can sharpen his Gin Rummy game. Heck, he could even lay waste to every strawberry field in the nearby area. Or, the seven-time Super Bowl champion could jump on the bandwagon of many major sports […]

The situation between Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens has only gotten less clear with each passing day. The newest narrative twist in this ongoing drama came courtesy of the NFL itself. The league issued a memo addressing a man named Ken Francis and his alleged attempts to represent the star quarterback in contract negotiations […]

College sports rivalries do not die when a player enters the pros. It does not even matter if they were only there for just one year. In the case of Boston Celtics teammates Jayson Tatum and Grant Williams, it has certainly carried over into the NBA. Tatum’s Duke Blue Devils were defeated by Williams’ Alma […]

The Boston Celtics are overflowing with banners, prestige and history, so when a player is still able to stand out fans must take notice. Although he is only 25 years old, Jayson Tatum is quickly proving himself to be a Celtics great after tying Larry Bird’s  franchise record of 39 for most 30-point games in […]

The modern transfer rules have revolutionized college basketball. Players have the autonomy to immediately impact another program without any barriers. Star Temple transfer Damian Dunn is hoping to do just that next year in his new home, and he could have many options. Gonzaga and UConn basketball are among 16 teams who have the talented […]

There are moments in sports that do not require any additional details or backstory. They simply transcend the rest of the game. New York Knicks legend Willis Reed stepping on the court versus the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 7 of the 1970 NBA Finals produced a mystical aura that spoke for itself. Reed passed […]

For those who want to watch baseball like a king, come on out and greet the New York Mets. Owner Steve Cohen is offering his most well-to-do fans an opportunity to bask in the luxury of Citi Field’s new membership only Cadillac Club at Payson’s. The ticket prices are not for the faint-hearted, according to […]

Team USA’s worst nightmare could soon be coming to fruition in the WBC Championship Tuesday night. Japan has a 3-1 lead in the seventh inning with Shohei Ohtani and Yu Darvish already having headed to the bullpen, per MLB Network’s Jon Morosi. Ohtani is expected to be the man Japan will trust to close out […]

The NBA has changed in many obvious ways on the court, but also in terms of player mentality. Jumping ship to another contender, or worse yet a rival, was once considered blasphemous. Though, Boston Celtics great and NBA Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett gained a new perspective regarding the hard feelings he felt for his […]

On Monday, Cam Newton announced his intent to return to the NFL, proclaiming there are not 32 quarterbacks currently in the league who are better than him. Tuesday, he showed just how serious he is about this comeback tour while throwing at Auburn football’s Pro Day. The 2015-16 MVP looked comfortable at his old stomping […]

March Madness is a thrilling time for most of the country, but it can be absolutely brutal for several mid-major conferences, who typically send just one team to the NCAA Tournament. This is a challenge many HBCU basketball programs who reside in these one-bid leagues regularly face. SWAC (Southwestern Athletic Conference) Commissioner Dr. Charles McClelland […]

Finding a new head coach is an especially arduous task in college because they will be the new face of the program unlike just a star player who could be gone in just a year or two. Providence basketball has the misfortune of being thrust into this dilemma now that longtime head coach Ed Cooley […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have Austin Reaves to thank for the reason their fans are not in full panic mode after a tight 111-105 victory over the Orlando Magic Sunday night. And it seems they are not taking him for granted, either. The Lakers and the guard have mutual interest in re-signing this offseason, per […]

Sam Cassell is once again on the short list to become a head coach, this time for Temple basketball. But the longtime assistant might not be able to pry himself away from the Philadelphia 76ers’ bench while they are contending for an NBA Championship. Cassell has been one of the league’s most respected assistants for […]

C.J. Gardner-Johnson has already had quite the lively and controversial offseason, and now his agency has ensured that he will remain in the headlines. They seemingly explained the reason for why the cornerback chose to sign with the Detroit Lions on a one-year contract rather than return to the Philadelphia Eagles, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. […]

Indiana basketball star Trayce Jackson-Davis focused on the bigger picture after seeing his accomplished college career officially come to a close in an NCAA Tournament loss to Miami on Sunday. The 23-year-old is the all-time program leader in rebounds and blocks and ranks third in points. His lasting impact on Hoosiers community will not be […]

As losses continue to pile up for the Portland Trail Blazers this late in the regular season, the organization and star point guard Damian Lillard are being forced into a dilemma they hoped to avoid. NBA insider Chris Haynes recently said that Lillard probably has just about a handful of games left before the Blazers […]