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The Cleveland Browns will have an important few months ahead of them before they enter the 2023 NFL season. The Browns will have plenty of training camp battles, new and returning signees to look out for as the team’s training camp continues. They will have to look out for how edge rusher Za’Darius Smith, who they […]

The 2023 NFL season will be an important one for the Houston Texans. The Texans must find ways to assemble the best roster possible around some of their talented additions from April’s 2023 NFL Draft. Houston made plenty of moves to start building a solid foundation leading up to the draft, including signing veteran quarterback […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars made a few moves throughout the NFL offseason to strengthen their roster before the start of their 2023 campaign. The Jaguars re-signed and added a few extra options as the 2023 NFL offseason rolled around. They re-signed safety Andrew Wingard to a three-year, $9.6 million contract in March. They brought back defensive end Roy Robertson-Harris on […]

Will the Los Angeles Chargers find a way to make it back into the NFL playoffs in 2023? The Chargers took their first spot in the playoffs since 2018 after they ended their 2022 regular season campaign with a record of 10-7, putting them in second place in the AFC West and fifth in the […]

The New Orleans Saints made a few key moves to help bolster their roster before the start of the 2023 season. They signed quarterback Derek Carr to a four-year, $150 million contract in March, adding a four-time Pro Bowler who spent the last nine seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders. Former Detroit Lions running back Jamaal […]

The Seattle Seahawks and cornerback Devon Witherspoon agreed to terms on a four-year, $31.86 million contract on Friday, according to a tweet from NFL Network National Insider Ian Rapoport. “Holdout is over: The #Seahawks and first-round CB Devon Witherspoon have agreed to terms on his four year, $31.86M fully guaranteed deal that includes a $20.2M […]

USC football defensive tackle Bear Alexander set high personal goals for himself at USC, according to a Friday tweet from LA Times USC beat writer Ryan Kartje. “Bear Alexander has a few modest personal goals for his first season at USC: ‘Double-digit sacks, sophomore All-American,’ he said,” wrote Kartje. Alexander, a former four-star recruit from […]

The Houston Texans are signing offensive tackle George Fant, according to a Friday tweet from theScore NFL Insider Jordan Schultz. “Sources: Free agent OT George Fant is signing with the #Texans,” Schultz wrote. “I’m told the former #Seahawks’ and # Jets’ starter is fully healthy entering the 2023 campaign. Houston gets more protection up front […]

Next season will be an important one for the Arizona Cardinals. The Cardinals will have to find a new direction under head coach Jonathan Gannon, who was hired in February after spending two seasons as the defensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles. They went 4-13 in 2022 after going 11-6 the year before, taking fourth place in […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers added a few extra options to shore up their roster and re-signed a few returning players during the NFL offseason. They signed quarterback Baker Mayfield to a one-year contract worth up to $8.5 million in March. Cornerback Jamel Dean re-signed with the Bucs on a four-year, $52 million deal that same […]

Wisconsin head football coach Luke Fickell revealed a reason why he came to Wisconsin during Big Ten Media Days on Thursday. “It has a lot to do with being back in the Big Ten,” Fickell said, via a Friday tweet from ESPN Senior College Football Senior Writer Adam Rittenberg. “It has a lot to do with the […]

The Los Angeles Chargers made a few moves to bolster their roster before the start of the 2023 NFL season. They signed Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Kendricks to a two-year, $13.25 million contract in March. They re-signed a few players to contracts, including offensive tackle Trey Pipkins, defensive lineman Morgan Fox and quarterback Easton Stick. The team’s […]

The Cleveland Browns had a busy offseason after they ended their 2022 campaign with a record of 7-10. The Browns added defensive end Za’Darius Smith in a trade with the Minnesota Vikings, sending two fifth-round selections to Minnesota while bringing in one sixth and one seventh-round draft choices. They signed edge rusher Ogbo Okoronkwo to […]

The Indianapolis Colts made plenty of moves to retain and add strength to the squad before the start of the 2023 season. They signed defensive end Samson Ebukam to a three-year, $27 million deal in March, adding to a defensive line that features defensive tackle DeForest Buckner and defensive end Kwity Paye. They signed quarterback […]

Penn State head football coach James Franklin went over the Nittany Lions’ quarterback competition during Big Ten Media Days on Wednesday. “Everybody wants to talk about quarterback,” Franklin said during his opening statement, via 247Sports. “We’re still in a competition phase. Obviously, there’s a lot of poeple talking about Drew and what he brings to the table, […]

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray will start NFL training camp on the PUP list, according to a Wednesday tweet from NFL Network National Insider Ian Rapoport. “#AZCardinals QB Kyler Murray will begin training camp on the PUP list, source said,” Rapoport wrote. “Recovering from a torn ACL in mid-December, the designation is no surprise.” Murray, a former […]

Miami quarterback Tyler Van Dyke revealed why he chose to stick around with the Hurricanes’ football program during ACC Media Days in Charlotte, N.C. “There was a time, everything was so bad with how the season went, and I had no idea what was going on with the coaching staff, that I was considering (a transfer),” Van […]

The Houston Texans made plenty of moves to bolster the squad before the start of the 2023 season. The Texans hired former San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator DeMeco Ryans as the team’s head coach in late January. Ryans earned high praise from former Houston head coach Gary Kubiak earlier this month. “I can tell you this: the […]

The New Orleans Saints have agreed to a one-year contract with guard Trai Turner, according to a Tuesday tweet from ESPN Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter. “A homecoming: the Saints are signing former Pro Bowl guard Trai Turner to a one-year deal,” Schefter wrote. “Turner is from New Orleans and played at LSU. “His agents, […]

Las Vegas Aces forward Candace Parker underwent successful surgery for a fracture in her foot, both the team and Parker announced on Monday night. Here is the story for those interested: https://t.co/VQb2gTEBak pic.twitter.com/IAi6eNjFfm — Matthew Walter (@MatthewWalter96) July 25, 2023 “I’ve been playing on a fracture all season, tolerating the pain, but after consulting with […]

The Miami Dolphins will have plenty of position battles to look out for after making a slew of moves in the offseason. They welcomed four rookies to their roster via the 2023 NFL Draft, including South Carolina cornerback Cam Smith and Texas A&M running back De’Von Achane. They traded for cornerback Jalen Ramsey in a […]

It finally happened. Washington’s $6.05 billion sale from Daniel Snyder to Josh Harris and his limited partners was approved by NFL owners on Thursday. “Congratulations to Josh Harris and his impressive group of partners,” Goodell said in a Thursday statement, via NFL.com. “Josh will be a great addition to the NFL. He has a remarkable record […]

The New York Liberty scored a WNBA record 44 points in the first quarter of a 101-83 Sunday win over the Indiana Fever. The New York Liberty just dropped a WNBA record 44 points in the first quarter vs. the Indiana Fever 😳 pic.twitter.com/UAVywBSMpY — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) July 23, 2023 The Liberty hit 15 of […]

The UConn men’s basketball program landed a commitment from guard Ahmad Nowell, according to a Sunday tweet from 247Sports. 🚨 UConn lands top 35 combo guard Ahmad Nowell. Nowell, a 6-foot-1 combo guard from Philadelphia (Pa.) chooses UConn over Tennessee, Georgia Tech and Kentucky. ✍️ @DushawnLondon1 – https://t.co/MUn7sKXPna pic.twitter.com/Dq6h5gEFdx — 247Sports (@247Sports) July 23, 2023 […]

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper is considered “day-to-day” after suffering a “minor tweak” on Sunday, according to a tweet from 92.3 The Fan Cleveland Browns beat writer Daryl Ruiter. “#Browns WR Amari Cooper is ‘day-to-day’ with a minor tweak’ according to EVP/GM Andrew Berry,” Ruiter wrote. “Berry added the injury is not surgery related and not […]

Arizona Cardinals tight end Zach Ertz went over the lengthy recovery process from a torn ACL in a Sunday article from The Arizona Republic Senior Sports Writer Bob McManaman. “It’s been the toughest injury I’ve ever dealt with,” Zach Ertz said, via The Arizona Republic. “There’s a lot of alone time, a lot of time where things […]

The Phoenix Suns finished their 2023 Summer League run with a record of 2-3. They went 1-3 in their first few matchups before earning a win over the Memphis Grizzlies last week. They tied with the Orlando Magic at the top of the Summer League with 10.2 steals per game, but their 81.6 points per […]

The Las Vegas Raiders will host former Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marcus Peters for a visit on Monday, according to a Friday tweet from NFL Network National Insider Ian Rapoport. “The #Raiders will host FA CB Marcus Peters for a visit and workout on Monday, sources say,” Rapoport wrote. “Las Vegas visited with Peters earlier this spring, now […]

The Washington Mystics have signed guard Abby Meyers to a hardship contract, the team announced in a Friday tweet. Welcome back, Abby ‼️ She has been signed to a hardship contract. pic.twitter.com/cfD6PUHjKI — Washington Mystics (@WashMystics) July 21, 2023 Abby Meyers, a former standout for the Maryland Terrapins and Princeton Tigers, was selected by the […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder ended their 2023 NBA Summer League run with a record of 2-3. They earned wins over the Dallas Mavericks and Indiana Pacers to push themselves up to 2-1 before falling in their next two matchups to the Washington Wizards and San Antonio Spurs. Drafted players from the last three NBA Draft […]

The Los Angeles Clippers had plenty they could learn from their 2023 Summer League schedule. The Clippers finished their 2023 NBA Summer League run with a record of 3-2. They capped off their Summer League run with a one-point loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, a game that saw four Clippers score in double digits […]

Connecticut Sun forward DeWanna Bonner passed Las Vegas Aces forward Candace Parker on the WNBA All-Time Points Leaders List, the league announced in a Thursday tweet. Movin' on up 💫 DeWanna Bonner has passed Candace Parker for 8th on the #WNBA All-Time Points Leaders List Congrats, DB#MoreThanGame pic.twitter.com/vZ5bchjuT6 — WNBA (@WNBA) July 20, 2023 DeWanna […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves ended their Summer League run with a record of 1-4. They ended their July run with a loss to the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday, hitting 43.1% of their shots from the field as they took a 109-92 loss at the Thomas & Mack Center. Iowa Wolves guard Javonte Cooke led Minnesota with […]

The Chicago Bulls had their fair share of ups and downs during the 2023 NBA Summer League. The Bulls ended their Summer League run with a record of 3-2. They capped off their July schedule with a win over the Washington Wizards, a game that saw a former first-round selection in guard Dalen Terry score […]

The Tennessee Titans will bring in former New York Jets offensive tackle George Fant for a workout on Saturday, according to a Wednesday tweet from theScore NFL Insider Jordan Schultz. “Sources: The #Titans are bringing in former #Jets OT George Fant for a workout Saturday,” Schultz wrote. “There’s a good chance he signs, assuming all goes well. […]

U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team and Portland Thorns FC forward Sophia Smith revealed the team’s mindset before they open against the Vietnam Women’s National Team on Friday. “At the end of the day, the biggest focus is on ourselves, the game that we want to play, the style that we want to play and the style […]

An encouraging injury update for Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Felix Anudike-Uzomah was revealed before the start of NFL Training Camp, according to a Wednesday tweet from Chiefs Senior Team Reporter Matt McMullen. “Felix Anudike-Uzomah, who was dealing with a hand injury during the offseason training program, says he feels 100%,” McMullen wrote. “Great news.” […]

Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker TJ Watt reacted to the multiple-year contract extension linebacker Alex Highsmith agreed to on Wednesday. “Congrats brother,” Watt wrote. “You earned it! Can’t wait for this season.” The Steelers and Alex Highsmith agreed to a four-year, $68 million extension on Wednesday. The contract will make him one of the top 10 highest-paid pass rushers in […]

How did the Los Angeles Clippers fare in the 2023 NBA Summer League? The Clippers ended their run with a record of 3-2. They earned wins over the Sacramento Kings, Memphis Grizzlies and Philadelphia 76ers, but fell to the Utah Jazz and Los Angeles Lakers. They scored 93.4 points per game, putting them in ninth place in […]