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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is revealing some key information about one of the team’s top receiving targets. Rodgers is tipping his cap to wide receiver Garrett Wilson for the wideout’s intensity, passion and love of the game. “He’s hard to throw to honestly. He’s so damn fast,” Rodgers said, in an NFL Network […]

Nebraska football coach Matt Rhule is issuing a mission statement to his team, as the squad prepares for the 2024 campaign. Rhule wants his guys to know how much hard work can truly pay off. “There is NO substitute for hard work,” Rhule posted on his X account, formerly Twitter. Rhule is trying to bring […]

The San Diego Padres are acquiring relief pitcher Jason Adam from the Tampa Bay Rays, per Fan Sided. Pitcher Dylan Lesko is going to Tampa Bay from San Diego in return, per ESPN. Outfielder Homer Bush Jr. and another prospect are also going to Tampa. Adam’s move to San Diego is pending a medical review, […]

The New York Yankees are rumored to be looking for more players, after the team traded for Jazz Chisholm Jr. on Saturday. The Yankees are one of several teams looking at pitcher Blake Snell, per MLB Network. Snell is a hot commodity after throwing an excellent game on Saturday, with 15 strikeouts. The San Francisco […]

The New York Mets are finalizing a trade. In return for Jesse Winker, the team is sending pitcher Tyler Stuart to the Washington Nationals, per SNY. Stuart was one of the best prospects in the Mets farm system, according to the outlet. Stuart is a right-hander who holds a 3.96 ERA this season in Triple-A […]

New Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Austin Hays is throwing a little shade to his old team, the Baltimore Orioles. Hays says that it’s an improvement to come to Philadelphia from Baltimore. Austin Hays on joining the Phillies: “To go from one first-place team to another, that’s probably everything you could ask for as a player.” pic.twitter.com/GgsIGuxoiA […]

Ohio State football is a team with a lot of pressure on their shoulders this season. The Buckeyes are picked to win the Big Ten Conference, per the preseason media poll. The team’s head coach Ryan Day is also a man with a lot of expectations on him. Ohio State has lost to their bitter […]

The Houston Astros are getting some good news about their veteran ace, Justin Verlander. Verlander is progressing from his neck injury and throwing in the bullpen, per MLB.com. The Astros aren’t committing to a rehab assignment for the ace, but his health is certainly on the mend. Verlander got hurt during a start on June […]

Minnesota Vikings rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy is opening up about how much it will take to win the starting job. McCarthy says he wants to just stay focused on getting better, and not putting too much pressure and expectations on himself. “I feel like I’m not focused on the outcomes of each day,” McCarthy said […]

Penn State football enters the 2024 season with some questions, yet also some big expectations. With Michigan’s Jim Harbaugh leaving that program for the NFL, many believe a new champion will emerge in the Big Ten Conference race this season. Nittany Lions fans hope that team will be Penn State. The squad is definitely one […]

The city of Chicago is undertaking a massive new infrastructure project, in conjunction with the owners of the Bulls and Blackhawks franchises. The area around the United Center is undergoing a $7 billion renovation project, per the Chicago Sun-Times. The area will soon have a concert hall, housing, parks and other pedestrian-friendly spaces. The plan […]

The San Francisco 49ers are getting some murky news as training camp begins. San Francisco’s tight end George Kittle is able to participate in drills and activities, per ESPN, which is certainly a good thing. But there’s also some bad news. Rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall isn’t able to perform, per The Athletic. Pearsall is […]

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence is getting a bit of criticism from one former NFL gunslinger. Lawrence’s massive $55 million a year deal with the team is getting called out by former Detroit Lions quarterback Dan Orlovsky. Orlovsky made the comments on the Pat McAfee show, pointing out Lawrence isn’t quite yet at the level […]

Ohio State football coach Ryan Day is trying to keep his team motivated this season. The coach is hoping his team won’t be too distracted by all the hype that is being thrust on them. “We know there’s a lot of noise and hype around this team. What we can’t do is let those distractions […]

The Commissioner of the Big Ten Conference is commenting on the constant speculation that his league is expanding even further. The league’s top executive Tony Petitti said the Big Ten is trying to stay focused for now on doing what is right for their 18 current members. The league is adding UCLA, USC, Oregon and […]

The Washington Commanders are starting training camp, and it appears the jury is still out on who will be the team’s Week 1 starter. Commanders coach Dan Quinn is not committing to naming Jayden Daniels his starting quarterback. “When he’s ready we’ll know and he will know,” Quinn said, per NBC Sports in Washington. Daniels […]

Missouri football had one of the best seasons in program history in 2023. The Tigers won the Cotton Bowl, in a thrilling game over Ohio State. The Tigers extended the contract of their head coach Eliah Drinkwitz after that victory. The team returns a lot of talent in 2024, and there’s no reason to believe […]

Comedian Kevin Hart is opening up about how the Netflix roast went for NFL legend Tom Brady. Brady has since gone on to say he regrets participating in the event. Hart thinks he can understand why Brady made that comment, but isn’t sure the quarterback truly regrets the whole experience. “I think what he is […]

St. Louis Cardinals manager Oli Marmol is trying to stay honest about the struggles from his first baseman Paul Goldschmidt. Goldschmidt has struggled to get his bat going this season, although he did hit a home run on Sunday. “Those are the types of swings you’re wanting to see. But then he’ll go into the […]

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is getting sent home from training camp. Jackson is heading out because of an illness, per NBC Sports. The quarterback is dealing with some type of malady that isn’t being revealed, per NBC. The quarterback is the heart of the Ravens offense this season. Baltimore is trying to reach the […]

Legendary baseball manager Tony La Russa is tipping his baseball cap to another infamous MLB manager. La Russa is giving flowers to Jim Leyland ahead of his Pro Baseball Hall of Fame induction. “He’s one of a kind . . . [There are] many great, great managers of our generation. I think he’s the best […]

Ole Miss football has some big expectations for the 2024 season. Coach Lane Kiffin brought the Rebels the greatest season in school history, with 11 victories in 2023. The team is going to certainly be considered a contender for a College Football Playoff appearance during this upcoming campaign. Here are three reasons why the Ole […]

NBA and sports reporter Shams Charania is getting a ton of flack online for posting on X about President Joe Biden dropping out of the presidential race. In a strange twist of fate, Charania was actually completely correct, as Biden announced he is not seeking a second term as President of the United States. That […]

Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith admits it is always fun when his team gets a walk-off win. But in his eyes, it’s even better when he’s the one to do it. Smith is opening up about how fun it was to get a walk-off single to defeat the Boston Red Sox Saturday in an […]

The San Diego Padres are looking to make some moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline. The team is rumored though to hold on to one star prospect, in the midst of trade talks. The Padres say catcher Ethan Salas is untouchable, per USA Today. Salas has yet to play a game with the Padres, […]

Toronto Blue Jays veteran infielder Joey Votto is opening up about his return to Major League Baseball. Votto is telling friends he expects to be back on the diamond in August, per USA Today. Votto has spent pretty much the entire 2024 campaign on the injured list for Toronto. The Blue Jays would love to […]

A Utah State football player has died after a horrible accident. Aggies defensive back Andre Seldon Jr. died in a drowning incident, per ESPN. Seldon was cliff diving at a Utah reservoir when he didn’t surface from the water. Law enforcement found the body after an extensive search in the area. Witnesses reported seeing the […]

Duke basketball has a stud. South Sudanese big man Khaman Maluach has Blue Devils fans buzzing after an impressive performance against Team USA on Saturday. Maluach had 7 points in 12 minutes of action for his South Sudan team that pushed Team USA to the brink. The American team came up on top of South […]

Professional golfer Bryson DeChambeau struggled at the Open Championship this year. However, the reigning U.S. Open champion is keeping a positive attitude following his disappointing appearance in Scotland. “Thanks for all the amazing support this week at The Open. Wasn’t the outcome I was looking for but we’ll be back stronger next time. Love you […]

Oklahoma football has quite a journey ahead of them. The Sooners are entering the SEC for conference play in 2024, after decades in the Big 12 Conference. Bitter rival Texas is joining the Sooners in the new conference. The Sooners have their work cut out for them if they want to win the SEC. Here’s […]

Professional golfer Si Woo Kim just had a day to remember. Kim made history at the Open Championship with a hole-in-one at 17 on Saturday. Si Woo Kim drains the Hole In One at The Open! That’s the 1ST-EVER hole-out on 17 at Royal Troon ⛳️ (via @golfchannel)pic.twitter.com/zfz4gnX6tW — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) July 20, 2024 It […]

The Atlanta Braves are shuffling up their roster after injuries. The team is activating outfielder Ramon Laureano and pitcher Ian Anderson from the injured list, per MLB.com. Laureano was dealing with an oblique strain, while the hurler Anderson has recovered from Tommy John surgery. The Braves are likely to use both players as soon as […]

New York Jets defensive specialist Jermaine Johnson is excited to see what his team can do this year with a healthy Aaron Rodgers. Johnson thinks the team can have a breakout season with Rodgers under center. “Be extraordinary. Be a superstar. That’s what I’ve got in my notebook.”#Jets DE Jermaine Johnson speaks on expectations, Aaron […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers made several important acquisitions this NFL offseason, but one that is not getting as much attention is in their linebacker corps. Pittsburgh added linebacker Patrick Queen, who played for the team’s bitter rival Baltimore Ravens. Queen is now no. 4 on the ESPN list of the NFL’s best inside linebackers, per the […]

Chicago Bears rookie Caleb Williams is signing a deal with the Bears, after much speculation about what would be in his contract. Williams agreed to a $39 million deal with Chicago, per ESPN. The Williams deal is a four-year, fully-guaranteed contract worth $39 million, according to the outlet. It includes a $25.5 million signing bonus […]

Former Ohio State football player James Laurinaitis is talking some friendly trash to another former player. Laurinaitis says he could beat Notre Dame football coach Marcus Freeman at the new EA Sports College Football video game. It is the latest in a series of boasts the former Ohio State football linebacker has made about the […]

Singer-songwriter Ingrid Andress is giving her explanation for her controversial performance of the national anthem at this year’s MLB Home Run Derby. Andress said she was intoxicated while performing, per her social media. “I was drunk last night,” Andress wrote on Instagram. “I’m checking myself into a facility today (Tuesday) to get the help I […]

West Virginia football has a rich tradition. The program has won the most games of any college football program in the country, to not win a national championship. The Mountaineers got close a few times, having an undefeated season in 1993 and losing in the national title game to Notre Dame during the 1988 season. […]

New York Yankees slugger Juan Soto is ready to sit down and stay awhile. Soto says he is getting a bit tired of changing teams every few seasons and wants to stick with one place to finish out his MLB career. “It’s a little uncomfortable wearing different jerseys and changing teams,” Soto said at All-Star […]