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Jerry Jones, Mike McCarthy and the entire Dallas Cowboys organization are gearing up for the 2023 NFL Draft. But before the stress of the NFL Draft commences, Jones found time to poke a little fun at McCarthy. While Jones owns the Cowboys, he is also their General manager. When it comes to the NFL Draft, […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers made a major addition to their wide receiver room when they traded for Allen Robinson. The Steelers didn’t stop there however as Pittsburgh has brought back a familiar face at wide receiver. The Steelers have re-signed Miles Boykin to a one-year contract, via Brooke Pryor of ESPN. Boykin spent his first year […]

After signing Geno Smith to an extension this offseason, the Seattle Seahawks seemed set at quarterback for at least the foreseeable future. However, with the 2023 NFL Draft coming up, ESPN’s Todd McShay thinks the Seahawks are more focused on QB than originally thought. Seattle holds the No. 5 overall pick in the NFL Draft […]

With Caleb Williams still under center, USC is gearing up for a run at a National Championship. Lincoln Riley and USC got a major boost with a former Georgia four-star recruit. Defensive tackle Bear Alexander has transferred to USC, via Max Olson and Seth Emerson of The Athletic. Alexander spent one year with Georgia, appearing […]

San Diego Padres star Yu Darvish was forced to leave his most recent start with an apparent injury. While Darvish got officially diagnosed, it doesn’t look like the Padres will be without him for long. Darvish suffered a right hamstring cramp in San Diego’s Sunday matchup against the Diamondbacks, per AJ Cassavell of MLB.com. However, […]

The New York Mets have been patiently waiting for Justin Verlander to make his debut with the team. As he works his way back to the Mets, Verlander’s timetable has gotten a bit more clear. Verlander threw 43 pitches over three innings in a simulated game on Sunday, via Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. He is […]

While the Los Angeles Angels have struggled to find playoff success, their offense has never been deemed the problem. Mike Trout and company were able to show off the Angels’ power potential in a win over the Kansas City Royals. Los Angeles took down Kansas City on 4-3 on Sunday. In the sixth inning, Taylor […]

Throughout the entire season, Dillon Brooks has been mixing it up with stars across the NBA. In the Memphis Grizzlies playoff matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers, Brooks has set his sights on LeBron James. But after James and the Lakers took down Brooks and the Grizzlies, Memphis’ star seems to be changing his tune. […]

To craft a championship winning fantasy baseball roster, how you approach the waiver wire will be key. In Week 5 of the fantasy baseball season, a few players have proven worthy of a pickup. By now, the core of many rosters will be filled. The studs selected on draft day still likely play a big […]

Draymond Green was forced to miss the Golden State Warriors Game 3 game against the Sacramento Kings. Back on the floor for the Warriors in Game 4, Green doesn’t seem to have learned his lesson. Green was going back and forth with Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox. Even after that foul both men kept going […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been patiently waiting for the return of Tony Gonsolin. While one major caveat still remains in place, the Dodgers are in line to see Gonsolin in short order. Gonsolin is poised to start on Wednesday, via Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Manager Dave Roberts called Gonsolin the best option for […]

Catcher Logan O’Hoppe was expected to bring a major spark to the Los Angeles Angels this season. However, the Angels will now have to wait to see what O’Hoppe can truly do. O’Hoppe has suffered a torn labrum in his right shoulder and will miss the next four to six months, Angels manager Phil Nevin […]

Minnesota Twins pitcher Kenta Maeda was forced to leave his Thursday start against the Boston Red Sox after taking a line drive to his ankle. While it was a scary sight at the time, Maeda seems to have avoided a serious injury. Maeda is feeling better than expected on Friday after being hit, via Aaron […]

Logan O’Hoppe is expected to be the catcher of the future for the Los Angeles Angels. His future came a bit early as O’Hoppe made the big league club this season. However, the Angels will now need to wait to get O’Hoppe back into the lineup after an unfortunate injury. The Angels have placed O’Hoppe […]

As one of the team’s top prospects, Garrett Mitchell had an opportunity to make a name for himself with the Milwaukee Brewers this season. However, an unfortunate injury to Mitchell has cast a dark cloud over his Brewers future. Mitchell underwent an MRI which revealed significant damage to his labrum, via Adam McCalvy of MLB.com. […]

Throughout his MLB career, the biggest red flag against Jacob deGrom has been his health. Luckily for the Texas Rangers, it doesn’t look like deGrom is facing a long injury recovery this time around. deGrom is throwing a bullpen session Friday, via Evan Grant of the Dallas Morning News. While nothing has been finalized, deGrom […]

As teams prepare for the 2023 NFL Draft, Florida’s Anthony Richardson is the most polarizing prospect available. For one AFC executive, watching Richardson was one of the most tantalizing, yet frustrating NFL Draft evaluations they’ve ever made. That AFC executive called Richardson, “the hardest evaluation he’s ever done,” via Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network. […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are in a stalemate with Josh Jacobs over a long-term contract. As Jacobs stays away from the Raiders, the team’s general manager spoke out about the ongoing contract talks. Jacobs has yet to sign his franchise tag and therefore isn’t allowed to be with Las Vegas as they go through their […]

With Francisco Lindor under contract through the 2031 season, the New York Mets have found their shortstop of the present and future. But with a farm system brimming with talent, the Mets are trying to find ways to get players in the lineup around Lindor. Ronny Mauricio is set to play second base on Friday, […]

The Cincinnati Reds made a major commitment to their pitching staff when they signed Hunter Greene to a long-term contract extension. But as the Reds look towards the future, Cincinnati wants to ensure Greene isn’t the only pitcher sticking around for a while. The Reds are trying to sign Nick Lodolo to an extension, via […]

With Mike Brey leaving Notre Dame, many of his former players are looking for new homes. North Carolina has become a beneficiary, as one of Brey’s top scorers has decided to join the Tar Heels. Point guard Cormac Ryan has committed to North Carolina, via CJ Moore, Sam Vecenie and Brendan Marks of The Athletic. […]

The Detroit Lions have found themselves embroiled in some major offseason controversy. After numerous player suspensions and a few releases, the Lions have also cleaned out their front office. Five Lions players got suspended for illegal gambling. Alongside the player punishments, several Detroit staff members, “in various departments,” have been dismissed due to their violation […]

While Tony Romo entered his NFL broadcasting career as a media darling, his luster is beginning to dull. Romo has heard the hate, but he isn’t taking it too much to heart. Romo first dazzled fans with his ability to call plays before they happened. But eventually, his shtick ran old. He has been critiqued […]

Liam Hendriks was forced to miss the start of the Chicago White Sox season as he battled back from Non-Hodgkin lymphoma. But even if it hasn’t made his 2023 White Sox debut just yet, Hendriks has earned the biggest win of the early season. Hendriks has officially won his battle and is now cancer free, […]

CeeDee Lamb has become a focal point of the Dallas Cowboys offense. While the Cowboys locked down their star receiver in the short-term, Dallas will soon need to begin looking at Lamb’s long-term future. The Cowboys picked up Lamb’s fifth-year option, via Calvin Watkins of the Dallas Morning News. Lamb is now set to make […]

After spending months away from the diamond due to the PED suspension, Fernando Tatis Jr. is ready to make his return to the San Diego Padres. Before they share the field with him, some of his Padres teammates weighed in on what’ll be like having Tatis join the roster. Tatis was hit with an 80-day […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are preparing for a battle against the Phoenix Suns in Game 3 of their NBA Playoffs series. But with Kawhi Leonard suffering a surprise injury, the Clippers look to be in for a much steeper challenge. Leonard has been ruled out for Game 3 with a right knee sprain. In turn, […]

The Philadelphia Eagles made a major commitment to Jalen Hurts in the form of a massive contract extension. But while Hurts might be making more money this season, Eagles general manager Howie Roseman doesn’t think it’ll affect his play on the field. Philadelphia gave Hurts a five-year, $255 million extension. After getting paid, some players […]

The Boston Red Sox have gotten off to a mediocre 9-10 start to the season. While Chaim Bloom might be safe for now, a continued slide for Boston could have the Red Sox looking to the New York Yankees for help. Some MLB executives believe Bloom “could be in trouble,” when it comes to his […]

Injuries have played a major role in the Boston Red Sox early struggles. With another injury mounting, the Red Sox have called up one of the prospects they acquired in the Christian Vazquez trade. Boston is calling up infielder Enmanuel Valdez, the team announced. In the short term, Yu Chang will go on the paternity […]

After their Russell Wilson trade with the Denver Broncos, the Seattle Seahawks lucked into the No. 5 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. With the draft approaching, the Seahawks wanted to get a better look at one of the best defenders in this year’s class in Will Anderson Jr. The Seahawks are hosting Anderson […]

The Baltimore Ravens made a splash at wide receiver when they signed Odell Beckham Jr. to a pricey contract. But as Baltimore looks to entice Lamar Jackson to stay in town, DeAndre Hopkins has remained on the Ravens radar. Hopkins has been on the trade block all offseason. With a new regime in charge for […]

Daniel Bard was forced to miss to start of the Colorado Rockies season due to lingering anxiety problems. However, after some time away, Bard is now ready to make his return to the Rockies bullpen. Colorado has activated Bard from the injured list, the team announced. In a corresponding move, fellow pitcher Peter Lambert has […]

Hunter Greene has impressed the Cincinnati Reds since his arrival, leading to a long-term contract extension. While the Reds are excited to retain their young flamethrower, Greene is even more stoked to be staying in Cincinnati. The Reds signed Greene to a six-year, $53 million contract extension. Upon signing his name, Greene made it clear […]

The Cleveland Guardians are awaiting an injury update on shortstop Amed Rosario. As the Guardians prepare for the worst, Cleveland has called up one of their top prospects as Rosario’s potential replacement. The Guardians have called up infielder Brayan Rocchio, via Daniel Alvarez-Montes of El Extrabase. Rocchio is currently ranked as the sixth-best prospect in […]

The Atlanta Falcons have committed to Desmond Ridder as their starting quarterback. However, with the 2023 NFL Draft approaching, the Falcons want to review all of their options at the quarterback position. Atlanta is hosting Ohio State’s CJ Stroud for a pre-draft visit, via the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. Holding the No. 8 overall pick […]

The San Francisco 49ers have a major decision to make when it comes to the quarterback position. Trey Lance looked like the future until Brock Purdy stole his shine. Teams around the NFL have become aware of the 49ers’ quarterback conundrum and have offered a way to remedy it. San Francisco has received calls from […]

Chris Paul and the Phoenix Suns evened their NBA Playoffs series vs. the Los Angeles Clippers with a huge Game 2 victory. While Paul seemed to have suffered a serious injury in the wind, Suns’ fans can now breathe a sigh of relief. Paul received an X-ray on his right hand with the results coming […]

Even after trading down from the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Chicago Bears can still make a lot of noise. Not only do they hold a ton of picks, but the Bears have numerous different routes in which they could approach the draft. It’s clear, however, that Chicago needs serious […]