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With NBA 2K25 finally here, fans might be curious to know which Cleveland Cavaliers players are ranked the highest in the franchise’s virtual history. Obviously, Cleveland legend LeBron James and the 2016 NBA Championship-winning squad come to mind. However, several legends from over 50 years of Cavs basketball are also included. Does Donovan Mitchell or […]

The Green Bay Packers are dealing with a quarterback crisis after Green Bay’s season-opening loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. In the game’s closing moments, the Packers saw Jordan Love go down to a scary MCL injury. Immediately after, Packers backup quarterback Malik Willis could not even throw the ball in an obvious hail mary. Willis […]

Leading up to their training camp, the Memphis Grizzlies have announced some new free-agent signings to their roster. The biggest headliner is former North Carolina big man Armando Bacot. After the injuries Memphis dealt with, Bacot could be an exciting addition. He could shore up depth alongside Jaren Jackson Jr. and give the Grizzlies big […]

Heading into the regular season, no one knows what to expect from the Cleveland Browns. Sure, the Browns have the best defense in football, led by Myles Garrett. But on offense, there are tons of question marks surrounding Cleveland, especially at quarterback. Things depend on how Deshaun Watson plays this year, especially after the Browns […]

After what Xavier Worthy did in his NFL debut, all eyes will be on Buffalo Bills rookie Keon Coleman. Like Worthy, Coleman is coming to a roster this offseason ready to contend for a Super Bowl. But in a recent appearance on the Scoop City Podcast, Bills quarterback Josh Allen wanted to temper immediate expectations […]

When you’re a top-five pick in the NBA Draft, the team that picks you is bound to have high expectations. However, things were probably at their highest regarding the Philadelphia 76ers and Evan Turner. During an appearance with Jeff Teague on the Club 520 Podcast, Turner shared that the team hoped to be the next […]

Lamar Jackson accounted for 395 total yards in the Baltimore Ravens’ season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs, but he needed ten more to get to walk away with a win. Jackson made magic happen with his legs throughout the game, only to burn the Chiefs’ defense with a massive 38-yard completion to Rashod Bateman […]

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara indicated earlier this offseason that he hoped to receive a new contract from the Saints. Kamara walked out of the mandatory minicamp in June to send a message. There had also been some thought he could hold out of training camp, but with $50,000 fines per day of […]

After last season, Minnesota Timberwolves superstar Anthony Edwards has made himself a household name. Edwards was the key player in leading the Timberwolves back to the Western Conference Finals against the Dallas Mavericks. But with the bigger spotlight, Edwards has also garnered criticism – especially from older players. In an interview with the Wall Street […]

New York Knicks superstar guard Jalen Brunson is well known for his iconic three-point celebration. However, it appears that for Brunson, who just signed a massive extension with the Knicks, his celebration runs in the family. Recently, Brunson’s wife, Ali, posted a picture of their daughter on her Instagram story. While it might’ve been to […]

Although Rudy Gobert is a four-time Defensive Player of the Year winner, tied for most all-time, the Minnesota Timberwolves big man can’t escape criticism for his lack of impact in the NBA Playoffs. The latest example of this came in last season’s Western Conference Finals, as the Dallas Mavericks handily defeated the Timberwolves in five […]

When the Denver Broncos took Bo Nix in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, it was with the mindset he would be the quarterback of the future. While Nix was seasoned after five years under center at Auburn and Oregon, the expectation was that Nix would ease into the NFL. The Broncos had […]

Justin Madubuike burst onto the scene with his play in 2023. Now, the Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle will be going by the name he grew up with his entire life. Madubuike is now going to be going by his Nigerian-given name, Nnamdi. The star Ravens defender announced the decision to go from Justin to Nnamdi. […]

San Francisco 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall might have had someone looking out for him from above moments after he was shot in an attempted robbery on Saturday near Union Square in downtown San Francisco. The 49ers rookie’s life very likely was saved by San Francisco Police Department Sergeant Joelle Harrell. In an exclusive story from […]

Although New England Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye is a backup, the Patriots have been actively looking for ways to support him. One move that seemed all but inevitable was New England acquiring San Francisco 49ers wideout Brandon Aiyuk. At the time, Aiyuk wanted to be paid like one of the NFL’s top receivers. The […]

It’s tough for any rookie quarterback to start immediately, and Denver Broncos rookie Bo Nix is no exception. After a strong preseason, Nix was named Denver’s starting quarterback. But with the Broncos opening the season on the road against the Seattle Seahawks, Nix could be in for a rude awakening. Seattle fans, affectionately known as […]

Between his dynamic play and magnetic personality, rookie quarterback Caleb Williams has energized the Chicago Bears. Expectations are high for Williams and the Bears this season. Some hope Chicago can reach the playoffs. But before fans think that far ahead, the focus should be the Week 1 matchup with the Tennessee Titans. Williams will duke […]

Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker doesn’t plan to retaliate after allegedly interfering with Patrick Mahomes’s pregame warmup during last season’s AFC Championship. For those who don’t remember, Tucker moved his practice tee, football, and helmet to warm up on the Chiefs’ side of the field. Mahomes repeatedly moved Tucker’s tee and holder after the longtime […]

Former Minnesota Vikings coach Mike Zimmer is back in the NFL as the Dallas Cowboys’ defensive coordinator. Instead of looking forward, he recently looked backward, having much to say about how things ended in Minnesota. Unfortunately, most of it wasn’t very pleasant, with Zimmer firing shots at former Vikings general manager Rick Spielman, his players, […]

.Throughout his storied career, Tom Brady has had numerous iconic moments with the Las Vegas Raiders. Whether it was Brady’s infamous Tuck Rule or becoming a part of the team’s ownership group, Brady is somehow linked to the Raiders. However, with Brady now retired and beginning his career as a broadcaster with Fox Sports, his […]

Things are uncertain regarding Trae Young’s future with the Atlanta Hawks. According to NBA insiders Brian Windhorst and Tim MacMahon on the latest episode of The Hoop Collective podcast, the Hawks explored potential trades for Young during the offseason. Still, the Hawks could not find a substantial market for the 25-year-old guard after trading Dejounte […]

Returning to Chicago is always special for Pearl Jam frontman and Evanston native Eddie Vedder. On the North American leg of their Dark Matter World Tour, Vedder and Pearl Jam stopped at Chicago’s Wrigley Field, where the homecoming never seems to get old for Vedder. “I know other musicians, you know we talk. They all […]

LeBron James, fresh off his third gold medal with Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics, recently made headlines with a bold claim on his show “The Shop.” The Los Angeles Lakers superstar expressed confidence that his athletic prowess could extend beyond the basketball court, suggesting he could win a high jump and long jump […]

Expectations are high for the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2024-25 season. After losing to the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Semifinals last season, the Cavs hope to build on that momentum and become a severe threat for an NBA title. But Cleveland must battle a tough regular season schedule to reach the summit. While […]

While no quarterback controversy exists for the New Orleans Saints, starter Derek Carr could be under pressure this season. After selecting Spencer Rattler in the 2024 NFL Draft, the rookie has wowed Saints fans and the front office with his electric on-field play. Granted, this did happen during the preseason against second and third-string lineups. […]

With the 2024-25 NFL campaign set to kick off next week, it looks increasingly likely that the Dallas Cowboys and quarterback Dak Prescott won’t agree on a contract extension before the season begins. As a result, Prescott’s contract status will loom over the Cowboys throughout the season. If Prescott doesn’t play well or the team […]

Despite only taking Jaylon Tyson in the 2024 NBA Draft, the Cleveland Cavaliers will have two rookies heading into this season. That’s because league sources have shared with ClutchPoints that Australian star forward Luke Travers has signed a two-way deal with the Cavs. Those same sources say these talks have been ongoing since early August, […]

Every season of HBO’s Hard Knocks gives fans a more intimate, behind-the-scenes perspective of their favorite team. This year’s offseason look into the Chicago Bears was no different. Sure, headliners like Bears superstar Caleb Williams are a central focus. However, the stories of undrafted free agents like Theo Benedet steal the show, and the following […]

Although the Cleveland Browns were rumored to have entertained trade offers for Jameis Winston, that no longer appears true. Instead, the Browns appear content with Winston serving as Deshaun Watson’s primary backup, with a possible move at quarterback coming elsewhere. Given Cleveland’s struggles at the quarterback position a year ago, starting five different ones on […]

It felt like a long time coming for CeeDee Lamb to have his first practice with the Dallas Cowboys this offseason. Lamb had missed over 30 days of Cowboys practice, holding out for a long-term deal. After Lamb and Dallas agreed on a record-setting four-year, $136 million contract extension, it felt like a welcoming home […]

As the preseason winds down and the regular season looms on the horizon, the New England Patriots face a crucial decision: Who will start at quarterback? Veteran Jacoby Brissett, who left the field with a shoulder injury during New England’s preseason game against the Washington Commanders, has sparked speculation about the starting quarterback for the […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars have made all the moves needed to reduce their roster to 53 players, including one that settled Jacksonville’s question about their backup quarterback behind Trevor Lawrence. Mac Jones and C.J. Beathard were battling for the job this summer, and Jones is the only one who has made it through cutdown day. While […]

With the Cleveland Browns putting the finishing touches on their 53-man roster, there could be some shakeup. Deshaun Watson will be the team’s starter, and Cleveland.com’s Mary Kay Cabot reports that they have informed Dorian Thompson-Robinson that he will be on their initial 53-man roster. After this decision, Cabot also reported that the team expects […]

Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams are heading into the season in a bind. Although Puka Nacua is expected to be available when the Rams open the regular season, they’ll be without star tight end Tyler Higbee. As part of the NFL’s annual preseason roster cutdowns, the Rams placed Higbee on the Physically Unable […]

After completing CeeDee Lamb’s contract extension, the Dallas Cowboys can now give their full attention to Dak Prescott. In an appearance on the latest Good Morning Football, NFL insider Ian Rapoport shared some news on where things stand between the Cowboys and Prescott on a possible deal. According to Rapoport, Prescott holds an absurd amount […]

Early into training camp, Kansas City Chiefs defensive end B.J. Thompson had a seizure during a special teams meeting and went into cardiac arrest. The Chiefs’ medical staff worked quickly before an ambulance arrived and was in stable condition. Eventually, Thompson was released from the hospital, and now, there’s an update on when he could […]

After reuniting with college teammate Baker Mayfield, veteran wide receiver Sterling Shepard will not be on the initial 53-man roster with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Although Shepard was Mayfield’s go-to target at Oklahoma, the move makes sense. Tampa Bay has too many young options to develop over Shepard, whose injury history is problematic with a […]

Detroit Lions veteran cornerback Emmanuel Moseley sustained a significant injury in a third straight year. Moseley, who suffered ACL tears in 2022 and in 2023 with Detroit, went down with a torn pectoral muscle early in Lions training camp. But, thankfully, Moseley’s season is not yet over, with the Lions cornerback possibly being able to […]

The New England Patriots and head coach Jerod Mayo have dealt with a quarterback battle throughout the preseason. In one corner is veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett, and in the other is rookie quarterback Drake Maye. While Maye is viewed as New England’s long-term franchise quarterback, he was expected to grow and develop behind Brissett. However, […]