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Tom Izzo and Michigan State have done it again. Michigan State’s upset over Marquette not only sent the Spartans to the Sweet 16, as the victory helped Izzo make even more NCAA Tournament history. Michigan State, who was ranked No. 7 in the East Region, took down No. 2 Marquette 69-60 in the second round […]

After Tom Brady’s retirement, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were already preparing to be a much different team in 2023. The Buccaneers look to be taking another roster hit, as one of their starting Super Bowl cornerbacks looks to be leaving in free agency. Sean Murphy-Bunting is visiting the Tennessee Titans, via Ian Rapoport. If all […]

Jacob deGrom was the Texas Rangers big ticket free agent this offseason. As the Rangers gear up for Opening Day, deGrom had an opportunity to show fans why Texas’ investment was worth it. deGrom made his spring training debut for the Rangers on Sunday. He pitched three innings of scoreless baseball, allowing just two hits […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have found their quarterback in Jimmy Garoppolo. However, the Raiders don’t seem to be done adding at QB as they have shown interest in Tom Brady’s former backup on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The Raiders hosted Blaine Gabbert for a visit, via Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2. Alongside Gabbert, Las Vegas […]

While the New York Jets await word on a potential Aaron Rodgers trade, the team has quietly built up their offensive line. As the Jets look to continue improving in the trenches, New York has their eyes set on a former Pro Bowl lineman. The Jets are interested in center Ben Jones, via Brian Costello […]

The Carolina Panthers have been one of the busiest teams this offseason, completely reshaping their organization after a disappointing 7-10 season. As the Panthers look to round out their roster, Carolina has their eyes set on two form Pro Bowl wide receivers. The Panthers are looking to sign both Adam Thielen and DJ Chark, via […]

After seeing Edwin Diaz suffer a season-ending injury, New York Mets fans were on the edge of their seats after seeing Brandon Nimmo go down. But as Opening Day draws closer for the Mets, Nimmo is planning on being in the lineup. Nimmo suffered knee and ankle sprains after a bad slide into second base […]

The Dallas Cowboys made a major addition to their passing attack when they traded for former Houston Texans receiver Brandin Cooks. However, while Cooks’ door with the Cowboys just opened, Odell Beckham Jr.’s might’ve just closed. Dallas’ trade for Cooks will likely take the Cowboys out of the running for Beckham Jr., via ESPN’s Ed […]

Dustin May has pitched just 11 games over the past two seasons for the Los Angeles Dodgers while recovering from numerous injuries. But as the Dodgers gear up for the 2023 season, May looks ready to put his injury woes behind him. May pitched five games in 2021 as he underwent Tommy John surgery. He […]

As the 2023 NFL Draft approaches, Alabama’s Bryce Young and Ohio State’s CJ Stroud are considered the two best quarterbacks in the class. But while Young and Stroud might be the leaders in 2023, NFL teams appear to already have their eye on USC’s Caleb Williams and UNC’s Drake Maye. NFL scouts are already “enamored” […]

After his release from the Dallas Cowboys, Ezekiel Elliott is searching for his next NFL franchise. As Elliott looks to find the best fit post-Cowboys, the Buffalo Bills have emerged as a potential serious suitor. The Bills have “almost unanimously” been brought up as an Elliot landing spot by teams and agents around the NFL, […]

Donald Parham Jr. has spent his entire three-year NFL career with the Los Angeles Chargers. After the Chargers latest free agency move, Parham won’t be leaving Los Angeles anytime soon. The Chargers have signed Parham to a two-year contract, via Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. Los Angeles is set to pay Parham $2.65 million […]

The New York Mets are now in serious need of some bullpen help after Edwin Diaz’s freak World Baseball Classic injury. While it’ll be hard for the Mets to truly replace Diaz, New York has claimed a former top prospect in an effort to bolster their bullpen. The Mets have claimed Dennis Santana off of […]

The Cincinnati Bengals are now in need of a tight end after watching Hayden Hurst sign with the Carolina Panthers. In their quest to find Hurst’s replacement, the Bengals have begun looking at a former Las Vegas Raiders’ standout. Cincinnati hosted Foster Moreau for a free agent visit, via Field Yates of ESPN. Moreau has […]

The Atlanta Braves are gearing up for another deep MLB postseason run. As Opening Day approaches, the Braves seem to have found a secret weapon in the bullpen. Nick Anderson continued his excellent spring training on Friday, pitching two scoreless innings for the Braves. Over the entirety of spring training, Anderson has 11 strikeouts and […]

As the Kansas City Chiefs look to defend their Super Bowl title, they have dove into the Los Angeles Chargers free agency well. The Chiefs have poached a linebacker who served as one of the Chargers’ best this past season. The Chiefs have signed Drue Tranquill to a one-year, $5 million contract, via Jordan Schultz […]

After four years with the Arizona Cardinals, Byron Murphy decided to change course and sign with the Minnesota Vikings. Murphy doesn’t seem too upset to be trading in the Cardinals for the Vikings. The NFLPA released their first team report cards this offseason, which revealed some shocking information about teams around the NFL. It was […]

Now that Jimmy Garoppolo has signed with the Las Vegas Raiders, the quarterback is ready to get to work. As he steps under center for the Raiders, Garoppolo has some pretty lofty goals in Las Vegas. The Raiders signed Garoppolo to a three-year, $72.75 million contract earlier this offseason. He is reunited with head coach […]

The Cincinnati Bengals made a major free agent move when they signed Orlando Brown Jr. As Brown gets ready to join the Bengals, quarterback Joe Burrow seems amped up to have a reigning Super Bowl champion blocking for him in Cincinnati. The Bengals signed Brown to a four-year, $64 million contract. After the signing, Brown […]

The New Orleans Saints signed running back Jamaal Williams for an added punch in their offense. But before Williams starts carrying the football for the Saints, New Orleans’ newest RB had to give a quick lesson on Pokémon. During his introductory press conference with the Saints, Williams wore a hot that resembled popular Pokémon Eevee. […]

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon and his family have been embroiled in a legal case involving a shooting that took place at his home. The Bengals star saw the case take another turn after Mixon’s sister latest plea. Mixon’s sister – Shalonda – pleaded not guilty to all charges levied against her, via TMZ. […]

New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz suffered a catastrophic injury at the World Baseball Classic. While that injury will sideline Diaz for the entire season, Chicago White Sox starter Lance Lynn doesn’t think it’s the World Baseball Classic’s fault. Diaz tore his patellar tendon while celebrating Team Puerto Rico’s win over Team Dominican Republic. He […]

As the NFL offseason roars on, Denver Broncos wide receivers Jerry Jeudy and Courtland Sutton have been subject to trade rumors. However, the Broncos appear to have changed their tune when it comes to Jeudy and Sutton. The Broncos don’t seem interested in trading Jeudy or Sutton, via Mike Klis of 9News. While teams have […]

Edwin Diaz has seen his New York Mets season end before it even started after a freak injury at the World Baseball Classic. Diaz had an emotional message for Mets fans after his season-ending setback. Diaz suffered a torn patellar tendon while celebrating Puerto Rico’s win over the Dominic Republic in the World Baseball Classic. […]

The Philadelphia Eagles already made one major move in their secondary by signing Darius Slay to an extension. But the Eagles couldn’t stop there, as they signed another impressive cornerback to bulk up their improving defense. Philadelphia has signed Greedy Williams, via Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com. While the financials of the deal have not […]

With both Jessie Bates and Vonn Bell leaving in free agency, the Cincinnati Bengals are in desperate need of starting safeties. The Bengals have one former Super Bowl champion in mind as they look to fill that safety vacancy. The Bengals are meeting with former Los Angeles Rams’ safety Taylor Rapp, via ESPN’s Field Yates. […]

After losing Jimmy Garoppolo to the Las Vegas Raiders, the San Francisco 49ers replaced him with Sam Darnold. As Darnold gets ready to join the 49ers, the quarterback understands exactly what his role next to Brock Purdy and Trey Lance. The 49ers signed Darnold to a one-year, $4.5 million contract. While Darnold has spent the […]

As they look to rebuild their franchise, the Chicago Bears have been one of the busiest teams during NFL free agency. The Bears have made yet another addition to their offense, this time take a page for their rival Green Bay Packers’ book. Chicago has signed tight end Robert Tonyan to a one-year contract, via […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have made a big commitment to quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, or have they? As the Raiders prepared to unveil their new quarterback, Garoppolo was nowhere to be seen. Garoppolo’s opening Raiders press conference was postponed to Friday, via Tashan Reed of the Athletic. While they have agreed to terms of the deal, […]

Freshman Tony Mitchell just enrolled at Alabama back in January. However, Mitchell’s time with Alabama has already gotten off to a rocky start. The freshman defensive back’s latest miscue is sure to catch the attention of head coach Nick Saban. Mitchell was recently arrested for marijuana possession with intent to sell/deliver, via BamaOnLine’s Charlie Potter. […]

Dak Prescott and Ezekiel Elliott have been Dallas Cowboys teammates for the past seven seasons. However, their partnership has been split up following Elliot’s release. Prescott gave his honest reaction to this release and what it’ll be like playing for the Cowboys without Elliot moving forward. With Elliot’s expensive contract and the emergence of Tony […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are one of the more cash-strapped teams in the league, party due to Tom Brady’s contract. But while the quarterback may no longer be with the Buccaneers, Tampa Bay’s general manager has no qualms with the consequences of Brady’s contract. While Brady is now retired, the Buccaneers will be paying him […]

The Carolina Panthers made a major improvement to their offense when they signed running back Miles Sanders. Now, the Panthers are looking to add even more firepower to that offense with a former Pro Bowl wide receiver. Carolina is hosting DJ Chark for a visit, via Jordan Schultz of theScore. Chark spent this past season […]

As the Dallas Cowboys look towards next season, Ezekiel Elliott won’t be a part of their future. With the Cowboys’ latest Elliott move, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are one team that will be immediately trying to contact the running back. Dallas has released Elliott, via Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. With Elliott poised to enter […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have found their quarterback in Jimmy Garoppolo. But before Garoppolo signed his contract, the Raiders were eyeballing two trades that would’ve shook up the NFL. Las Vegas was in contact with the Green Bay Packers about a trade for quarterback Aaron Rodgers, via Jeff Howe of The Athletic. Furthermore, the Raiders […]

With Aaron Rodgers poised to leave the Green Bay Packers, Jordan Love is next in line to start. As he walks away from the Packers, Rodgers thinks Green Bay will be prepared with Love. Rodgers confirmed that he is expecting the Packers to trade him and that he is intending on playing for the Jets […]

Aaron Rodgers has confirmed his future with the Green Bay Packers. After months of speculation, Rodgers is no longer expecting to play quarterback for the Packers. Rodgers confirmed his intent to play for the New York Jets this upcoming season on the Pat McAfee Show. While the deal is not done, Rodgers has now confirmed […]

Allen Lazard spent the first five years of his NFL career with the Green Bay Packers. While his time with the Packers has come to a close, Lazard had one last message to Green Bay, expressing how much those five years meant to him. Lazard recently signed a four-year, $44 million contract with the New […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have found their Tom Brady replacement. The Buccaneers have brought in Baker Mayfield as their next potential starting quarterback. Tampa Bay signed Mayfield to a one-year contract worth up to $8.5 million, via ESPN’s Adam Schefter. He will now compete with Kyle Trask for the opportunity to replace Tom Brady on […]