Dan Fappiano Articles - Page 25

As the Cleveland Guardians build out their roster, Shane Bieber has seen his name come up in trade rumors. Still, the Guardians agreed to a deal with Bieber, locking in his 2024 contract. Cleveland signed Bieber to a $13.125 million contract, via Robert Murray of FanSided. With the new deal in place, both sides are […]

After firing Mike Vrabel, the Tennessee Titans are now casting a wide net to find their next head coach. Amongst a slew of candidates, Antonio Pierce’s name stands out as a Titans target. Tennessee has officially requested to interview Pierce for their head coaching vacancy, via Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. The Titans have […]

Brian Daboll and the New York Giants made sweeping changes to the coaching staff after their disappointing 2023 season. Wink Martindale wasn’t happy with those changes and has now ghosted the Giants. Martindale cursed out Daboll during a team meeting on Monday and walked out the door, via Jordan Raanan of ESPN. The defensive coordinator […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have a crucial decision on whether to keep Antonio Pierce as their official head coach. Until that decision is made, the Raiders are looking to keep the coaching staff under him together. At least one team reached out to the Raiders requesting to interview Patrick Graham for defensive coordinator. However, Las […]

The Carolina Panthers are looking for their next head coach after firing Frank Reich midway into his first season. While the Jacksonville Jaguars tried to potentially poach one of their top candidates, the Panthers shut down the proceeding. Carolina has blocked the Jaguars’ attempt at interviewing Ejiro Evero for their open defensive coordinator position. The […]

To the surprise of many around the NFL world, the Tennessee Titans decided to fire head coach Mike Vrabel. However, if it were up to Vrabel, he’d be planning the Titans’ rebound in 2024. The head coach was open to spending another year with the Titans. However, ownership decided it was time to move on, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been on a tear this offseason, signing Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto amid a slew of acquisitions. With all eyes on the Dodgers, Ohtani and company are getting a special Sunday Night Baseball honor. Los Angeles will host the St. Louis Cardinals in ESPN’s first airing of Sunday Night Baseball […]

After struggling to move the ball throughout the season, the Chicago Bears have fired offensive coordinator Luke Getsy. However, the Bears don’t plan on making a major change at the top. Head coach Matt Eberflus is expected to remain in his position for 2024, via Adam Schefter of ESPN. The team head ‘extensive meetings,’ on […]

Originally, it seemed as if the New York Yankees had no interest in signing Marcus Stroman. But with the MLB hot stove always burning, it appears the Yankees have had a change of heart. New York has emerged as the favorite to sign Stroman, via Jon Morosi of the MLB Network. Both sides have reportedly […]

The St. Louis Cardinals are looking to make a quick turnaround after a disappointing 2023 season. While their focus has been on the field, the Cardinals have also made an addition to their front office. St. Louis has hired Chaim Bloom as an Advisor to the President of Baseball Operations, the team announced. Bloom served […]

Wander Franco of the Tampa Bay Rays had been in prison for alleged seduction and sexual exploitation of a minor. While the case against Franco continues to be built, the Rays shortstop made bail on Monday. Franco was released from prison after paying two million pesos, equivalent to around $35,000, via Altertas Mundial, h/t MLB […]

After falling to the Green Bay Packers in Week 18, the Chicago Bears enter the offseason with plenty of question. However, to plenty of Bears fans, Chicago already has the answer. Fans put up signs around Halas Hall indicating how they feel about Justin Fields and Jaylon Johnson. In both cases, it’s clear that at […]

Bryce Young and the Carolina Panthers just finished out an abysmal 2023 season. Along the way, both Young and the Panthers made new NFL history that shows just how bad the campaign got. Carolina didn’t lead for a single second in the fourth quarter throughout the regular season. They became the second team in history […]

While the Tennessee Titans might’ve thwarted the Jacksonville Jaguars’ playoff hopes in Week 18, it may have been Derrick Henry’s final game with the team. As Henry prepares to enter the unknown, the long-time Titans running back laid out his road map for free agency. It’ll be the first time Henry has experienced free agency. […]

In what has been a chaotic season for the Las Vegas Raiders, Davante Adams has been more than a bright spot on offense. As the Raiders closed out their season against the Denver Broncos in Week 18, Adams etched his name in the NFL record books. Adams recorded his 100th catch and went over 1,000 […]

Chicago White Sox ace has been one of the most talked about names on the trade market. However, the White Sox have been unable to get a trade done in part due to their asking price. Chicago is holding out for two premium prospects and two more prospects on top of that, via Bob Nightengale […]

Kenley Jansen had a fairly success debut for the Boston Red Sox, solidifying the ninth inning as the team’s closer. But as the Red Sox look to make a playoff push, Jansen’s name has come up in trade rumors. Boston is reportedly telling teams that Jansen is available for trade, via Bob Nightengale of USA […]

The New York Giants are looking to finish their season strong by knocking off the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 18. However, the Giants have already had a change at quarterback before the end of the first quarter. Tommy DeVito has replaced Tyrod Taylor, who suffered a thumb injury. Taylor is questionable to return, the team […]

By virtue of the Jacksonville Jaguars losing to the Tennessee Titans in Week 18, the Houston Texans have won the AFC South. In the first round of the playoffs, the Texans are preparing to face an old friend. Houston is schedule to take on the Cleveland Browns in the Wild Card Round. While he won’t […]

After losing out on Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the New York Yankees have been searching far and wide for starting pitching help. However, Marcus Stroman appears to be one pitcher the Yankees have no interest in. Stroman has expressed a strong interest in joining the Yankees. However, New York has declined to make an offer, via Bob […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars saw their playoff hopes crumble before their eyes with a Week 18 loss to the Tennessee Titans. But with the Jaguars falling, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Buffalo Bills have punched their ticket to the playoffs. Jacksonville lost 28-20 to Tennessee, dropping their record to 9-8. With the Houston Texans taking down the […]

The Dallas Cowboys will win the NFC East if they can beat the Washington Commanders in Week 18. However, without their two start guards, Dak Prescott and the Cowboys could be in trouble. Dallas has ruled out both Zack Martin and Tyler Smith, via Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team. Martin is dealing with an […]

The Minnesota Vikings need a few things to go their way in Week 18 to make the playoffs. But it all starts with the Vikings taking down the NFC North champions Detroit Lions. Minnesota’s goal didn’t start out as planned, as the Vikings struggled to get anything going on offense. Justin Jefferson was clearly upset […]

Running back Derrick Henry has spent his entire eight-year NFL career playing with the Tennessee Titans. With Week 18 marking Henry’s potential last game with the Titans, fans made sure the running back understood how much he meant to the team. Before Tennessee played the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 18, the team played a Henry […]

The Detroit Lions were hoping Sam LaPorta would be a strong TJ Hockenson replacement when they selected the tight end in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft. In his rookie season, LaPorta has shown the Lions he can be much more than just a replacement. LaPorta caught a two-yard touchdown pass early in […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers will win the NFC South if they beat the Carolina Panthers in Week 18. However, the Buccaneers didn’t get out to the most explosive start. Tampa Bay got into Carolina territory on the first drive, but were forced to punt. With the Buccaneers failing to find the end zone, they officially […]

The Chicago Bears are preparing for what should be a testy week 18 matchup against their rival Green Bay Packers. With the Bears clinching the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, it could be Justin Fields’ final game in Chicago. However, Chicago has not made a final decision on Fields’ future, via […]

Josh Hader might be the most talked about free agent reliever on the market. However, the Los Angeles Dodgers and St. Louis Cardinals have their eyes on another impactful bullpen arm. The Dodgers and Cardinals are amongst the teams interested in Ryan Brasier, via Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Baltimore Orioles, Texas […]

The Atlanta Braves have had a busy offseason, looking to prepare their roster for a World Series run. In their latest move, the Braves signed a long-time New York Mets infielder. Luis Guillorme has agreed to a $1.1 million contract with Atlanta, via David O’Brien of The Athletic. The Braves also agreed to a one-year, […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for a must-win Week 18 matchup against their bitter rival Baltimore Ravens. With the Steelers facing a pair of injuries, Pittsburgh made some changes to their roster to ensure they had ample backup. Both Minkah Fitzpatrick and Elandon Roberts are questionable for Week 18. In turn, the Steelers have elevated […]

The Las Vegas Raiders will close out their tumultuous season with a Week 18 matchup against the Denver Broncos. Before the Raiders head into battle, Antonio Pierce dropped some insightful injury updates on Kolton Miller and Josh Jacobs. Pierce confirmed that Miller will be active and that the Raiders will have their full offensive line. […]

The Seattle Mariners have just finalized a blockbuster trade, sending Robbie Ray to the San Francisco Giants. But as the Mariners craft their 2024 roster, Seattle still had a few more moves to make. The Mariners have acquired outfielder Luke Raley from the Tampa Bay Rays. In return, the Rays received infielder infielder Jose Caballero, […]

The Detroit Pistons have been far and away the worst team in the NBA this season. However, the Pistons have become one of the more active buyers on the trade market. Detroit has been named as one of the strongest landing spots for Toronto Raptors big man Pascal Siakam, via Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports. […]

The Orlando Magic have put themselves in playoff position early, due in large part to the growth of Franz Wagner. But as the Magic look to keep their early season momentum going, Orlando will have to do so without Wagner. An MRI confirmed that Wagner suffered a right ankle sprain against the Sacramento Kings on […]

After striking out on Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the New York Yankees have been linked to reigning NL Cy Young Blake Snell. But as the rumor mill churns, the Yankees added an intriguing pitcher to their roster. New York has signed right-handed pitcher Cody Poteet to a split major league contract, via Joel Sherman of the New […]

While the Arizona Cardinals are just 4-12, they’ve fought hard and pulled out some wins no one was expecting. But as the Cardinals look to finish their year out strong, they’ll have to do so without one of their best offensive linemen. Left tackle DJ Humphries tore his left ACL in Arizona’s Week 17 win […]

The San Francisco 49ers have already locked up the NFC’s No. 1 seed for the playoffs. With their postseason fate sealed, the 49ers are keeping it safe with Brock Purdy for Week 18. Sam Darnold will start in place of Purdy against the Los Angeles Rams, via Cam Inman of the San Jose Mercury. The […]

As the Dallas Cowboys try to win the NFC East in Week 18, they were expected to bolster their offensive line with La’el Collins. However, it now appears anything deal between Collins and the Cowboys has been announced prematurely. Dallas hasn’t yet reached an agreement with Collins, via Jordan Schultz of Bleacher Report. The Cowboys […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been kings of the offseason, signing both Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. However, the Dodgers needed some extra roster space after their signings, and the Milwaukee Brewers were willing to oblige. The Brewers have acquired left-handed pitcher Bryan Hudson from the Dodgers in exchange for left-handed pitcher Justin Chambers and […]