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Week 1 of the NFL season brought us only two 300-yard passing performances and very few difference-making quarterback games for fantasy football players. While the most important position on the field is usually not that online, it is still a key decision to make each week. Which quarterbacks are rising and falling in fantasy circles […]

The New York Yankees made a smattering of roster moves before playing the Kansas City Royals. Chief among them was top prospect Jasson Dominguez making his way from AAA to the majors. In a corresponding move, DJ LeMahieu was put on the shelf with a hip injury. Aaron Boone announced that LeMahieu’s future is fairly […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have dealt with injuries throughout the 2024 season. On Tuesday, they activated pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto off the injured list just in time to make a start against the Chicago Cubs. The Dodgers announced the deal on their social media account. “The Dodgers have activated RHP Yoshinobu Yamamoto and designated LHP Nick […]

The Carolina Panthers suffered a 47-10 loss to the New Orleans Saints in the biggest blowout of Week 1. One of the stars of their defense, Derrick Brown, suffered a knee injury during the game. On Tuesday, Brown’s season ended when the team placed him on season-ending injured reserve. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the news […]

The Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills will reignite their rivalry on Thursday night. With Week 2 in fantasy football starting with this key matchup, your start and sit decisions are important. These AFC East rivals kicked off their seasons with wins and helped many fantasy football teams start 1-0. Josh Allen and the Bills pulled […]

Week 1 provided plenty of great wide receiver performances but disappointing ones that may have cost you your fantasy football matchup. Which players should start in your lineup for Week 2? And how did the rankings of top players Cooper Kupp and Justin Jefferson change after their Week 1 performances? Rookies are the big risers […]

Netflix made a lot of announcements on Monday with multiple sports-related projects coming out soon. There will be an Aaron Rodgers docuseries, a show about the 2004 Red Sox, and the long-awaited Happy Gilmore 2. Fans already knew this was in the works and Travis Kelce will make a guest appearance. In a social media […]

The New York Jets have only gotten four snaps out of Aaron Rodgers so far. After he tore his Achilles in the first game last year, he was a talking point despite not playing. The bizarre 2023 season will now be immortalized forever in a new Netflix docuseries called Aaron Rodgers: Enigma. According to Netflix’s […]

The Toronto Maple Leafs and forward Mitch Marner are embroiled in contract negotiations. Marner has been the scapegoat for their playoff struggles over the past five years. While he has been a great regular-season player, they could move on from him to improve their team elsewhere. TSN’s Darren Dreger reported that the two sides are […]

The Cincinnati Bengals were the most shocking loser of Week 1. They lost 16-10 at home to Jacoby Brissett and the Patriots, falling to 0-1 for the third straight season. Joe Burrow, Orlando Brown, and Ja’Marr Chase are the players most to blame for the defeat. Burrow struggled in his first game back from the […]

No game created more headlines than the Cowboys at Browns game on Sunday. From Dak Prescott’s new contract to Deshaun Watson’s putrid performance, the game had people talking. But it was the broadcast booth, where Tom Brady made his debut for FOX, that generated the most buzz. Patriots superfan Bill Simmons gave his honest take […]

The Chicago Bears won Caleb Williams’ first start despite poor offensive play, taking down the Titans 24-17. New wide receiver Keenan Allen left the game hobbling, sparking concern among Bears fans. Thankfully, there is no reason to worry about a long-term injury, at least according to fellow wide receiver DJ Moore. “Yeah, he’s just an […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is used to making history. He has made more two-way history than Babe Ruth and now, even in a season where he won’t pitch, he can do something that’s never been done before. After his 46th home run on Sunday, Shohei Ohtani is close to a 50/50 season, the […]

The Los Angeles Chargers started the Jim Harbaugh era with a victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. Harbaugh made his return to the NFL with a 22-10 win at home in which they only allowed three points in the second half. The win was impressive, even if the offense did not have their best. The […]

The Los Angeles Rams lost one of their top receivers for the second half of Sunday night’s game against the Lions. Puka Nacua was carted off the field with a knee injury and did not return for the second half. At the time of the injury, he had four catches for 35 yards. BREAKING: #Rams […]

The Cleveland Browns were embarrassed at home in their Week 1 game against the Dallas Cowboys. They lost 33-17, kicking off a season with big expectations in a very poor way. Quarterback Deshaun Watson, offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey, and former offensive line coach Bill Callahan are the most to blame for the defeat. The Browns […]

The Dallas Cowboys signed quarterback Dak Prescott to a massive contract just hours before their game against the Browns. The deal is worth $240 million and carries a $60 million annual salary, the highest in league history. Ahead of his announcing debut, Tom Brady dished on the new deal. In his opening remarks, he gave […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers pulled off an impressive victory over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 1. Their 18-10 triumph came without a touchdown and six field goals from Chris Boswell. Steelers fans should be excited about their win but shy away from these overreactions just one game into the season. The victory came after a change […]

The New York Giants were the big losers of the early window of NFL games on Sunday, losing to the Vikings 28-6. Quarterback Daniel Jones was brutal, with two interceptions and no touchdowns. Could Drew Lock be seen under center for the Giants at any point this season? After this first game, anything is possible […]

The Texas Rangers got great injury news on Sunday regarding pitchers Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer. Both pitchers have missed time this season, contributing to a disappointing season for the defending World Series champions. Manager Bruce Bochy told reporters Sunday that both veterans are ready to return to the mound this season. “(deGrom)’s ready to […]

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was detained before Sunday’s Week 1 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. He was pulled over for reckless driving and placed in handcuffs. While he was released and played in the game, Hill still wasn’t quite ready to talk about the incident. Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill said he has no […]

Dak Prescott signed a record-breaking contract with the Dallas Cowboys just minutes before the NFL season began. His $240 million deal makes him the highest-paid player in football history. After an offseason full of contract discussions with Ceedee Lamb and Prescott, owner and general manager Jerry Jones is ready for the season to begin. He […]

The tributes for Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau continue to come in over a week after their tragic deaths. The Gaudreau brothers were killed on Thursday, August 29 by an alleged drunk driver in Oldmans Township, New Jersey. The Blue Jackets and Flames, Johnny’s NHL teams, held candlelight vigils in their honor on Wednesday night. On […]

The Dallas Stars fell in the Western Conference Finals to the Edmonton Oilers last season. The Stars 2024-25 season is one with massive expectations and our predictions reflect that. The Stars had a great regular season in 2023-24. They finished with 113 points, won the Central Division, and had home-ice advantage throughout the Western Conference […]

The New York Yankees are playing at Wrigley Field for the first time since 2017 this weekend. That means that first baseman Anthony Rizzo is playing his former team, the Cubs, for the first time since he was traded in 2021. The 2016 legend got a huge ovation on Friday afternoon ahead of the first […]

The Atlanta Falcons got great injury news on an important offensive weapon. Tight end Kyle Pitts will play against the Steelers on Sunday despite dealing with a hamstring injury throughout camp. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported the news via social media. “#Falcons TE Kyle Pitts (hamstring) fully participated in practice for a second straight day […]

The Nashville Predators were eliminated by the Vancouver Canucks in the first round in 2023-24. They responded to that by making three big splashes in free agency. The 2024-25 Predators are a star-studded group and our bold predictions reflect that. The Predators had a rough first half of the season last year. With new coach […]

The New England Patriots are set to be one of the worst teams in the NFL this season. After two decades of unparalleled success, a new era begins in Foxborough with Jerod Mayo as head coach. The Patriots Week 1 matchup against the Bengals could be a tough way to start the new season. Ahead […]

The New York Islanders are built around star goalie Ilya Sorokin. He had his worst pro season in 2023-24, forcing a coaching change and eventually a goalie change on Long Island. The concern at the time was that Ilya Sorokin was working through an injury. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman spoke about that possibility on the 32 […]

The Cincinnati Reds are finishing off a disappointing 2024 season. Ace Hunter Greene is on the injured list with elbow soreness, putting a damper on the year. While they are close to elimination, the team still hopes they can get the pitcher back before the season ends, according to MLB.com. “Greene, who was placed on […]

The New York Yankees will visit the Cubs at Wrigley Field for the first time since 2017 this weekend. As they look to break their recent slump, Anthony Rizzo returns to his long-time home. The 10-year Cub has not played at the Friendly Confines since he was traded to the Bronx in 2021. Rizzo spoke […]

The Anaheim Ducks must power out of their rebuild soon. The Ducks drafted Beckett Sennecke third overall to help them do that in 2024. With just weeks to go before training camp, they were given brutal injury news on the forward. Sennecke will be out for six to eight weeks with a foot fracture, according […]

The Houston Texans Week 1 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts could be the first of many in a budding rivalry. With CJ Stroud and Anthony Richardson leading these teams, they have high expectations in the AFC South. Before the matchup, we’ll be making our Texans Week 1 bold predictions. The Texans were the surprise team […]

The New Jersey Devils had a very disappointing season in 2023. Our 2024 Devils’ bold predictions are based on Sheldon Keefe and Jacob Markstrom’s arrival. They should be a better team and compete for a playoff spot in the Metropolitan Division. The disastrous season had a lot to do with injuries to Dougie Hamilton and […]

With a Cincinnati Bengals Week 1 matchup with the New England Patriots coming up, a season of title hopes is beginning. They are looking to bounce back from an injury-plagued 2023. Ahead of the Bengals-Patriots matchup, we’ll be making our Bengals Week 1 predictions. Quarterback Joe Burrow is set to return from a wrist injury. […]

The Boston Bruins and goalie Jeremy Swayman are embroiled in a contract dispute. Swayman reportedly wants over $8 million per year on a long-term extension. The goaltender is a restricted free agent and needs a new deal to play this season. Barstool Sports podcast Spittin’ Chiclets reported a new deal and a lack of communication […]

The Calgary Flames and Columbus Blue Jackets held vigils on Wednesday in honor of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. The brothers were killed a week ago while riding their bikes in their native New Jersey. Johnny was on the Blue Jackets at the time of his passing and was previously on the Flames for nine seasons. […]

The Denver Broncos enter Week 1 with a new quarterback under center. The matchup against the Seattle Seahawks will have a lot of eyes on it, as fans want to see if Bo Nix is the next star at quarterback. Ahead of the Broncos vs Seahawks game, we’ll be making our Broncos Week 1 predictions. […]

The New York Islanders had another brutal playoff defeat in 2023-24, losing to the Carolina Hurricanes in the first round. The Islanders 2024-25 season predictions center around the first full season under head coach Patrick Roy. They excelled under Roy after he came in mid-season and are set for another playoff appearance. The Metropolitan Division […]