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In an effort to continue their undefeated season, the Kansas City Chiefs traded for star wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins. Coming from the Tennessee Titans, Hopkins has found a new lease on his NFL life. Compared to the Chiefs’ 6-0 record, the Titans are entering Week 8 at 1-5. Furthermore, Kansas City is actively defending their […]

The Carolina Panthers are in desperate need of an offensive spark. Luckily for them, Adam Thielen will soon be ready to come to the rescue. The Panthers opened up the wide receiver’s 21-day practice window on Wednesday, via Field Yates of ESPN. Thielen has been out since Week 4 as he battles through a hamstring injury. […]

Maxx Crosby and the Las Vegas Raiders dropped to 2-5 after their 20-15 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 7. However, Crosby still managed to find a silver lining. After the game, Crosby met up with Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford to exchange pleasantries. There, the Raiders star let Stafford know how […]

The Chicago Bears entered their bye week with a 4-2 record following a three-game win streak. However, as the trade deadline approaches, the Bears might be better suited off as sellers. That’s not to say Chicago can’t swing a big trade in their favor and bolster their playoff chase. However, the Bears have depth at […]

The Seattle Seahawks watched DK Metcalf get carted off the field in Week 7 after suffering a concerning knee injury. But while the cart’s usage sounded alarms, Metcalf seems to have avoided a season-altering injury. In fact, Metcalf is ‘hopeful’ to suit up for Seattle’s Week 8 matchup against the Buffalo Bills, via Jeremy Fowler […]

After a longwinded holdout, the New York Jets and Haason Reddick have agreed to terms on a revised contract. Now back in good graces with the organization, Jets head coach Jeff Ulbrich has revealed New York’s Reddick plans. To start, Ulbrich and the coaching staff will assess Reddick’s and conditioning. From there, New York just […]

While the San Francisco 49ers entered the season with Super Bowl aspirations, they have stumbled to a 3-4 start. However, not all hope is lost for the 49ers. With the trade deadline coming up, San Francisco will have an opportunity to replenish their roster. The 49ers are expected to be, “aggressive,” in an effort to, […]

If the New York Jets are serious about trading Mike Williams, the Pittsburgh Steelers have been viewed as one of the favorites to acquire his services. But the Steelers are poised to have some serious competition in the Williams sweepstakes. Namely by the Los Angeles Chargers. With a need for playmakers at wide receiver, the […]

Quarterback Will Levis was on the sidelines when his Tennessee Titans fell 34-10 to the Buffalo Bills in Week 7. As the Titans prepare for their Week 8 clash against the Detroit Lions, Levis is expected to do more of the same. Levis is battling through an AC joint sprain in his shoulder. He is […]

The Kansas City Chiefs made a major addition on offense, landing wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins in a trade with the Tennessee Titans. But before that trade came to fruition, Hopkins wasn’t the only receiver the Chiefs had their eyes on. Kansas City contacted the Los Angeles Rams about a potential Cooper Kupp trade. However, the […]

Manager Stephen Vogt and the Cleveland Guardians have been ousted from the ALCS at the hands of the New York Yankees. But as Vogt looks back at the ALCS, he doesn’t have any regrets. Of course, he would’ve liked to see a different outcome than a 4-1 series loss. However, Vogt remains confident in his […]

With their relationship irreparably fractured, the Las Vegas Raiders had no choice but to trade away star receiver Davante Adams. However, the Raiders didn’t expect to be in this predicament. Las Vegas signed Gardner Minshew with the hopes of revitalizing their quarterback room. They also thought the Adams’ attitude towards the team changed for the […]

As the New York Giants were losing to the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 7, head coach Brian Daboll benched Daniel Jones for Daniel Lock. However, Daboll isn’t expecting a quarterback controversy moving forward. The head coach said he brought Lock in to, “create a spark,” and nothing more. He further emphasized that Jones is remaining […]

The Green Bay Packers are embroiled in a heated battle against the Houston Texans. As the Packers look to leave their mark, Josh Jacobs has ended his NFL record-breaking streak. Trailing by five, the Packers started the second half scoring with an eight-yard touchdown pass from Love to Jacobs. It marked the first touchdown catch […]

While Justin Fields has led the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 4-2 record, Russell Wilson has re-entered the starting quarterback mix. As the Steelers prepare for a Week 7 New York Jets clash, Mike Tomlin has decided his QB1. However, he isn’t telling anybody. As he announced a starter has been named, he simultaneously informed reporters […]

When all hope seemed lost for the Cleveland Guardians, Jhonkensy Noel stepped up to the plate. His blast sent Guardians fans into a frenzy and had one broadcaster breaking out into song. Feliz Navidad to be exact. As the ball flew over the fence, Rafa Hernandez-Brito dropped an epic reaction, perfectly encapsulating all of Cleveland’s […]

Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers made a statement in Game 4 of the NLCS, taking down the New York Mets, 10-2. Ohtani got the Dodgers out on the right foot with a towering first inning home run. The blast went 422 feet and came off of Ohtani’s bat at 117.8 miles per hour. […]

The Cleveland Guardians are heading back home down 2-0 in their ALCS matchup against the Cleveland Guardians. But Jose Ramirez isn’t ready to back down yet. He and his teammates will be back inside Progressive Field on Thursday for Game 3. Despite any deficit they might be facing, Ramirez knows the Guardians have what it […]

Justin Herbert and the Los Angeles Chargers moved to 3-2 on the season after taking down the Denver Broncos in Week 6. As they look to continue their winning ways, Herbert will soon receive another big playmaker to throw to. The Chargers have opened the 21-day practice window to activate wide receiver DJ Chark off […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have already swung one major trade, dealing wide receiver Davante Adams to the New York Jets. However, when it comes to Maxx Crosby, the Raiders are not open for business. Adams was clearly disgruntled with Las Vegas’ offense, eventually requesting a trade out of town. At 2-4, it’s fair to wonder […]

Despite winning the NL East, the Philadelphia Phillies were ousted from the postseason in the NLDS. Whit Merrifield thinks he figured out exactly what went wrong for the Phillies. Merrifield was a member of the team from Feb 19 to July 12. The utility player joked that his release played a role in Philadelphia’s demise, […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star Clayton Kershaw has already made his intentions about returning for the 2025 season clear. But when he does make that return, there’s only one team Kershaw will play for. The right-hander has a player option for the 2025 season. Even if he doesn’t accept it, he seems likely to work out […]

The Indianapolis Colts have been without star running back Jonathan Taylor since Week 4 as he battles through an ankle injury. As the Colts prepare to take on the Miami Dolphins in Week 7, Taylor is doing everything he can to be on the field. Indianapolis lost their first game without Taylor against the Jacksonville […]

The Baltimore Ravens are flying high after their Week 6 win over the Washington Commanders. However, the Ravens know that they can always get better. Which is why Baltimore signed defensive end Yannick Ngakoue to their active roster, via Adam Schefter of ESPN. Ngakoue had been on the Ravens’ practice squad. He has already appeared […]

The Los Angeles Rams have been without Cooper Kupp since Week 2 as he battles through a high-ankle sprain. But as the Rams prepare to take on the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 7, Los Angeles may receiving some Kupp-sized reinforcements. The star wide receiver had a ‘positive’ workout on Monday, making his return to […]

The Cleveland Browns have been the worst offensive team in all of football. And things could get even worse after Jerome Ford’s latest injury update. Head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed that Ford is now considered week-to-week with his hamstring injury, via Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN. The running back was ruled out in the first quarter […]

No matter who is playing quarterback, the Carolina Panthers haven’t been much of a threat on offense. But with the return of one of their key draft picks, perhaps Carolina can find a spark. The Panthers plan on activating running back Jonathan Brooks’ 21-day practice window within the week, via David Newton of ESPN. Brooks […]

The Green Bay Packers suspended Romeo Doubs for Week 5 due to conduct detrimental to the team. But making a swift comeback for Week 6, Doubs proved how valuable he is to the Packers’ offense. In a 34-13 victory over the Arizona Cardinals, Doubs caught three passes for 49 yards and two touchdowns. While finding […]

Lamar Jackson won the battle, as his Baltimore Ravens took down Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders in Week 6. However, even in defeat, Jackson sees strong NFL career in Daniels’ future. In the 30-23 loss, Daniels completed 24-of-35 passes for 269 yards and two touchdowns. He also led the team with 22 yards rushing. […]

Nick Sirianni and the Philadelphia Eagles came away with a narrow 20-16 victory over the Cleveland Browns in Week 6. But the real fireworks came as the final seconds ticked off the clock. With less than a minute left in the game and a win guaranteed, Sirianni was seen chirping fans in the stands, via […]

The Cleveland Browns are embroiled in a close knit battle against the Philadelphia Eagles. However, Browns fans wouldn’t expect the game to be in reach with how bad the offense has looked. Cleveland went on a streak of 0-for-26 on third down with Deshaun Watson under center, via the Fox Sports broadcast, h/t Ari Meirov […]

Running back Derrick Henry has been on a tear to start his Baltimore Ravens career. With his latest rushing touchdown, Henry once again etched his name in the NFL record books. Midway through the second quarter of their Week 6 matchup against the Washington Commanders, Henry found the hole for a three-yard score. He became […]

As the New Orleans Saints take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 6, rookie Spencer Rattler is getting the start at quarterback. After Derek Carr’s latest injury update, Saints fans should expect more of Rattler moving forward. Carr is expected to miss three-to-four weeks, via Jay Glazer of Fox Sports. The quarterback is battling […]

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer hasn’t played since Week 3 due to a personal matter. After the Raiders’ latest roster decision, Mayer won’t be back on the field anytime soon. Las Vegas has placed Mayer on the reserve/non-football illness list, via Field Yates of ESPN. He will now be out at least the […]

All-Pro Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Antoine Winfield Jr. hasn’t been on the field since Week 1 as he battles through a foot injury. But as the Buccaneers prepare for a crucial clash against the New Orleans Saints in Week 6, Winfield is inching closer to suiting up. The safety was officially limited on Friday. However, […]

As the ALCS and NLCS draw closer, teams around MLB have begun firing numerous members of their coaching staff. With the Philadelphia Phillies now ousted from the postseason, manager Rob Thompson could be the next to go. The Phillies have not yet determined the fate of Thompson or his staff, via Bob Nightengale of USA […]

The Arizona Cardinals are coming off an impressive win over the San Francisco 49ers. However, as they prepare for their Week 6 matchup against the Green Bay Packers, the Cardinals know they’ll be down to key players. Defensive lineman Darius Robinson felt discomfort in his calf on Thursday. In turn, the Cardinals have ruled him […]

The Atlanta Falcons are on a two-game win streak and are preparing to face their third straight NFC South foe in Week 6. However, things would become much more difficult for the Falcons if Bijan Robinson were to miss the matchup. The star running back was added to Atlanta’s injury report on Thursday with a […]

Following a Week 5 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, the New York Jets fired head coach Robert Saleh. But as Sauce Gardner prepares for the remainder of the season, he won’t soon forget his now ex-head coach. Saleh has been Gardner’s lead man his entire career, drafting the cornerback in 2022. Alongside their work together […]