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What is the first thing you might think about when Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal is mentioned? If we had to take a guess, it would probably be his shooting ability, something Beal has in common with players such as Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry and the Portland Trail Blazers’ Damian Lillard. There’s something […]

There are never any shortage of accolades for what Dallas Mavericks forward Luka Doncic does on a basketball court, and Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic continues to add to the praise. Speaking during media day at the NBA All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City, Nikola Jokic had an interesting comparison for what Doncic brings, and […]

In today’s world, there isn’t many people who are wanted for his thoughts more than Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Apparently, Netfilx is providing the avenue for more access with the premiere of a new docuseries coming in the summer. Here’s the announcement of the docuseries coming from Netflix’s Twitter page: Announcing Quarterback, a […]

When Donovan Mitchell became a member of the Cleveland Cavaliers before the start of this season, he understood forward Kevin Love was the pillar of the team. Love was one of the only remaining players from the Cavs team that won the title in 2016, and that championship experience is crucial for a group of […]

After missing the playoffs this past season, the Tennessee Titans are in the midst of making major changes to their roster. Part of those changes include cuts to create cap space, and after releasing long-time offensive tackle Taylor Lewan, the Titans decided to let go of wide receiver Robert Woods after one season in Nashville. […]

The saga between the Green Bay Packers and quarterback Aaron Rodgers has been one that’s been in our lives for the last few years. The ones previously have ended with the two sides finding common ground, but there’s reason to believe this offseason will have a different ending. Reports say the Packers are ready to […]

After the Las Vegas Raiders released quarterback Derek Carr, people are left to wonder where could he play next. Days later, reports surfaced about Carr visiting the New York Jets to inquire about their needs at the position. The Jets have been said to be in the market for a QB, but the links have […]

The NBA All-Star Weekend just concluded in Salt Lake City, and judging off of the reviews, most were pleased with the presentation from the host town. Apparently, TNT analysts Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal weren’t as willing to sing their praises. As a matter of fact, the reviews were bad, as supported by Barkley’s comments […]

Alabama edge rusher Will Anderson was a terror for opposing offenses in his years with the Crimson Tide, so much so that he’s projected as a top pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. As usual, everyone wants to compare this year’s players to someone that’s in the league already. In this case, Anderson has been […]

It’s no secret things can get nasty in the world of Twitter, and Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss is no stranger to catching some of the vulgar nature of the site. With that said, there are a few who manage to hit a nerve with particular comments, to the point where one might feel […]

The time is here for players to get in shape for Spring Training, and take it easy if they’re working their way back from injuries. Such is the life for Cleveland Guardians outfielder Myles Straw. According to Guardians beat writer Paul Hoynes, Myles Straw will miss some time because of soreness in his right knee. […]

When USC and UCLA decided to move to the Big Ten, the future of the Pac-12 was immediately thrown into chaos. With everything in flux, conference commissioner George Kliavkoff and the rest of the board members are scrambling to salvage things before they become broken beyond repair. Part of that quest to save the Pac-12 […]

In two weeks, the 2023 World Baseball Classic is scheduled to take place, and one of the teams that can take home the title is Team Japan. The Los Angeles Dodgers are taking note, and interest is reportedly strong for pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto. According to Matt Borelli of Dodger Blue, Andrew Friedman, the president of […]

Anyone who saw NFL Hall of Fame safety Brian Dawkins play during his days with the Philadelphia Eagles know he was as aggressive as they get at that position. Understanding that, it should come as no surprise if Dawkins said he would not have been happy with Jonathan Gannon as his defensive coordinator. We now […]

With Spring Training officially upon us, the Atlanta Braves are taking it easy with pitcher Kyle Wright. There’s no timetable for Wright’s return to the mound from a shoulder injury, but there’s optimism he’ll be ready for the start of the regular season, if not sooner. According to David O’Brien of the Athletic, Kyle Wright […]

When the Cleveland Browns traded for quarterback Deshaun Watson and gave him a five-year, $230 million contract fully-guaranteed, to say people were shocked at these figures would be an understatement. As Watson comes into the second year of the agreement, the specifics of the deal are coming to light, and the numbers are enough to […]

The Las Vegas Raiders announced former defensive back Jim McMillin has died Sunday, at the age of 83. McMillin played all 14 games with nine starts for the Raiders in 1963 and one game in 1964 before returning to the Denver Broncos during the season. He previous played 1961 and 1962 in Denver, making 28 […]

In The Association’s All-Star Episode, Kyrie Irving makes a questionable guarantee to Luka Doncic in trying to entice the young superstar and Mark Cuban to have him join the Dallas Mavericks. In the episode, Cuban, the Mavericks owner, and Doncic, are sitting on chairs as if they’re on the show “Shark Tank.” Cuban is part […]

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid is tired of being snubbed and finishing second-place in the awards categories. While this is not a laughing matter for Embiid, Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum had no issues adding salt to the wound in The Association’s All-Star Episode. One of the beefs Joel Embiid has is the results of […]

Michigan State and Michigan are fierce rivals in sports, but when tragedy strikes, those rivalries on the playing field are moved aside, and animosity turns into compassion. The latter is what’s coming to the light, as Michigan was there to help Michigan State recover after a tragic shooting took place on the MSU campus Monday […]

When the NBA All-Star Weekend comes around, it acts as a reunion of legends from yesterday and today. Allen Iverson, who had a storied career with the Philadelphia 76ers (among other teams) is one of those legends. Knowing these players still have to live life after stepping away from the court, fans who cheered for […]

Last week, Brett Favre, along with his lawyer Eric Herschmann, filed three defamation lawsuits against Pat McAfee (and others). The lawsuits by Favre and his lawyer stem from comments made by the defendants about his alleged role in a welfare scandal, where he’s accused of taking funds dedicated to needy families in Mississippi. In response […]

When we think of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, we think of amazing plays with his physical abilities. What doesn’t get talked about as much is how the mental aspect has caught up with those physical talents. The mental and physical talent doesn’t become lethal without a certain bit of confidence, and the belief […]

We all remember when Los Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead famously said “F them picks — we’ll use them to go win more Super Bowls.” Those comments were yelled during the Rams’ victory parade after winning Super Bowl 56. Some of the picks dumped were used to get cornerback Jalen Ramsey from the Jacksonville […]

When Golden State Warriors guard Steph Curry injured his lower-leg against the Dallas Mavericks Feb. 4, the hopes and dreams of every Warriors fan were put in peril. The prognosis of the injury wasn’t the worst, but it wasn’t exactly good either. Curry hasn’t played since the Mavericks game, but the good news is the […]

Over the past month, we have learned a lot about Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, and judging off what we know now, there’s a lot to like about him. The circumstances as to how this process started wasn’t the best. Hamlin collapsed on the field in a Jan. 2 game against the Cincinnati Bengals. What […]

When we watch sports, it’s easy to forget these men and women are human, just like the rest of us. Watching the play of San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle during his career, and the team’s playoff run, it would be hard to tell he was going through a tragic occurrence. Unfortunately, that’s exactly […]

It’s officially time for the NFL offseason, and once again, the future of Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is one of the biggest storylines fans of the league are following. The person involved in the saga isn’t different, but what might be are the circumstances, because rumblings around the league say the Packers might […]

After Kyrie Irving was traded to the Dallas Mavericks from the Brooklyn Nets, there’s thinking around the league that says Irving won’t stay in Dallas past this season. People belief this is the Mavericks being desperate, trying to go all-in for a title. But according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski (per RealGM), the possibility of Irving […]

Quarterback Bryce Young had a lot of success during his days at Alabama. He put up great stats and was the Heisman Trophy winner as a sophomore in 2021. Because of the impressive play, he is forecasted to be a top pick in April’s NFL Draft. If there is a question about how good Young […]

Heading into spring training, Los Angeles Angels manager Phil Nevin has optimism about the upcoming season. The offseason was filled with question marks, but with Arte Moreno staying on as the team’s owner, along with solid players returning to the club, Nevin has reason to believe their time is now. According to Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com, […]

After weeks of talk about his future plans, quarterback Derek Carr was released by the Las Vegas Raiders Tuesday. Carr has played his entire career with the Raiders, who drafted him in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft. With the Raiders’ move to cut him, Carr is now able to test the waters […]

The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35 in Super Bowl 57 on Sunday night. With the win, the Chiefs claimed their second championship in four seasons. This marked the accumulation of a tough journey for Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Andy Reid and co. as they went through losses in Super Bowl 55 and […]

Life coaching football in the SEC is as hard as it gets, and Florida head coach Billy Napier is finding that out in a hurry. Even with the tough environment, Napier should be able to have an extended opportunity to turn things around at the program, right? Apparently, things aren’t guaranteed just because a contract […]

The Baltimore Ravens have a decision to make regarding the future of quarterback Lamar Jackson, and it involves whether or not to sign Jackson to a long-term deal. If the Ravens are serious about keeping Jackson in Baltimore, then it would be in their best interest to keep Jackson in the loop when it comes […]

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is known for causing stirs with his comments and vacation choices. Even with knowing that bit of information, the news of Rodgers wanting to take a darkness retreat might take the cake in the weird meter when it comes to getaways. According to Peter King of NBC Sports, there […]

For Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Eli Apple, Twitter has been a place where he has taken runs at people, and has been ran over with savage trolls. Through it all, the back-and-forth with numerous players throughout the NFL hasn’t stopped Apple from chiming in on current events. After the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Philadelphia Eagles […]

As the Kansas City Chiefs found themselves in a hole against the Philadelphia Eagles during Super Bowl 57, quarterback Patrick Mahomes could feel something wasn’t right with his teammates. It’s at times of adversity when the leadership of the franchise’s best player really shows, and with the championship on the line, Mahomes found the time, […]

In the game we like to call college sports realignment, it’s safe to say the Pac-12 has not been the conference who can say they’re winning. After losing charter schools USC and UCLA to the Big Ten, the conference is scrambling to figure out how they want to look for the future. Part of that […]