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Devin Booker has been the face of the Phoenix Suns for nearly a decade, weathering rebuilds, playoff heartbreaks, and even a run to the NBA Finals. But nothing, Booker says, compares to the disappointment of Phoenix’s failed attempt to build a superteam alongside Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal. “It was tough,” Booker said. “I think […]

Beginning in 2026, every Power Four conference will require its members to play nine league games. Three of the four NCAA leagues will also mandate at least one non-conference matchup against another power opponent. The Big Ten will be the only one that does not. The Big 12 already enforces the 10-game standard, and the […]

The San Francisco 49ers are bracing for life without Nick Bosa after the 49ers’ star defensive end suffered another season-ending ACL tear. The injury, confirmed by head coach Kyle Shanahan, marks the third significant knee injury of Bosa’s football career and raises long-term questions about his future with the franchise. Bosa, 27, had been playing […]

The San Francisco 49ers are weighing their options after the 49ers lost star pass rusher Nick Bosa to a season-ending ACL injury. While internal replacements such as rookie Mykel Williams and trade acquisition Bryce Huff are expected to see larger roles, there is growing belief the team may need outside help to sustain San Francisco’s […]

Speculation around the NFL continues to swirl as several of the league’s top contenders evaluate whether a move for a wide receiver could reshape their championship outlook. Reports suggest not to rule out the Buffalo Bills, Kansas City Chiefs, Green Bay Packers, or San Francisco 49ers as potential buyers should the right opportunity arise. Buffalo […]

The New York Giants are making a major change at quarterback, turning to rookie Jaxson Dart after three winless games with Russell Wilson at the helm. The move comes as the team searches for answers on offense and marks another turning point in Wilson’s winding career, which has included recent stints with the Denver Broncos […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be heading overseas for the first time since the 2013 season as the team travels to Dublin to play the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4 of the 2025 NFL season. Pittsburgh enters as the underdog even though Minnesota will be starting veteran backup Carson Wentz in place of its injured quarterback. […]

The New England Patriots continue to grapple with a familiar issue that threatens to derail their offense. Turnovers remain a recurring problem for the Patriots, and once again, it is the running back position drawing the most scrutiny for New England. Veteran back Rhamondre Stevenson fumbled twice in New England’s 21-14 loss to the Pittsburgh […]

Tyquan Thornton arrived in Kansas City last season without much fanfare, joining the practice squad after Thornton struggled to find a role with the New England Patriots. Less than a year later, the wide receiver is proving to be one of the Kansas City Chiefs’ most important offensive contributors, even exceeding the expectations of quarterback […]

After the Philadelphia Eagles stormed through the 2024 NFL  season and took down Kansas City in Super Bowl LIX, questions naturally followed about whether they could build something lasting. NFL insider Dianna Russini added to that discussion when she compared the 2025 Eagles to the 2024 Chiefs, framing Philadelphia as the team most likely to […]

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh did not sugarcoat his team’s defensive effort following a 38-30 home loss to the Detroit Lions. After watching Baltimore’s defense surrender 224 rushing yards, fail to record a sack, and allow two Detroit touchdown drives of at least 96 yards, Harbaugh’s message was blunt. “The biggest problem is we […]

Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles has not been shy about expressing how much freshman defensive end Chaz Coleman has impressed him in the early stages of Penn State’s season. “He’s just a really disruptive guy,” Knowles said. “I think his progress is going to have to come against teams that are heavier in the […]

Buffalo Bills star quarterback Josh Allen rolled his eyes. The question had not even been finished, but the words that the Buffalo quarterback had heard countless times were brought up again to his clear displeasure. It was the familiar query about getting over the hump and winning a Super Bowl. “I think if I knew […]

Arkansas football is adjusting its 2026 recruiting plans after the Razorbacks lost a commitment from quarterback Jayvon Gilmore, a three-star prospect from Gaffney, South Carolina. Gilmore announced his decision through Rivals’ Hayes Fawcett, ending a pledge to Arkansas that had been in place since August of 2024. The 6-foot-5, 195-pound signal caller was Arkansas’ lone […]

Nebraska coach Matt Rhule has been clear about what he wants from his team as it enters Big Ten play. The Cornhuskers are unbeaten through three games, but Rhule is stressing focus, discipline, and consistency ahead of Nebraska’s major test against No. 21 Michigan. Rhule called the chance to face a top-25 opponent exactly the […]

For the first time in Patrick Mahomes’ career, the Kansas City Chiefs are 0-2. The slow start has raised questions about the defending AFC West champions, but Mahomes views the challenge in a different light. “Obviously, being 0-2, there’s more urgency than even last week, and I feel like we were very urgent last week,” […]

Tom Brady’s dual position as both a Fox broadcaster and minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders has stirred questions about competitive fairness. But some NFL coaches say they are not losing sleep over the issue. Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson downplayed the situation as his team prepared for a matchup with the Dallas […]

Saquon Barkley spent the first part of his career fighting for validation. Now, with a record-setting season and a Super Bowl championship behind him, the Philadelphia Eagles star says the true test is what comes next. Barkley is quick to point out that his numbers alone are not what define greatness. He became just the […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ unbeaten start is being overshadowed by growing concerns along their offensive line. Head coach Todd Bowles confirmed Buccaneers offensive lineman Cody Mauch is dealing with a knee injury and missed practice. His status for the upcoming game against the New York Jets remains uncertain, compounding Tampa Bay’s injury concerns. That development […]

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott may be on the verge of adding another accolade to his career. After back-to-back weeks in which the quarterbacks who faced the Chicago Bears were named NFC Offensive Player of the Week, Prescott has a chance to make it three in a row for the Cowboys. Dak Prescott on deck: […]

The Kansas City Chiefs have been in strange territory before. But Kansas City starting 0-2 for the first time in the Patrick Mahomes era has raised more questions than usual. After falling 20-17 to the Philadelphia Eagles, a team the Chiefs beat for a championship two seasons ago, Kansas City players and coaches were left […]

The Miami Dolphins have stumbled out of the gate, opening the season with two straight losses that have put Miami head coach Mike McDaniel under sharp scrutiny. Frustrations from Dolphins fans are loud, but a leaked message from inside the locker room suggests players still believe in their coach. According to one player, McDaniel urged […]

Los Angeles Rams superstar Puka Nacua still shakes his head when he thinks about it. A snapshot of Nacua flexing alongside Davante Adams after a Rams touchdown has been making the rounds online, and for Nacua, the moment feels surreal. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Los Angeles Rams (@rams) “I just […]

Michael Vick has long been the face of Virginia Tech football. Now, with the Hokies searching for their next head coach, his name has surfaced once again. Vick, however, is not entertaining the speculation. The former Hokies star is just three games into his first season as head coach at Norfolk State. Asked about the […]

The Miami Hurricanes’ future is looking brighter than it has in years, and it is largely thanks to a group of young receivers making immediate contributions. Freshmen have stepped into starring roles for Miami and are quickly earning praise from teammates, coaches, and fans alike. Seventeen-year-old Malachi Toney has been the consistent headline grabber through […]

It feels like déjà vu for Wisconsin football. A year after losing its starting quarterback to injury against Alabama and watching the season collapse, the Badgers once again limped into a matchup with the Crimson Tide short-handed and walked away embarrassed. Alabama rolled to a 38-14 win, handing Luke Fickell another lopsided defeat in a […]

Thomas Bryant impressed the Knicks during recent open gym workouts, showing the kind of production that once gave New York trouble in last season’s Eastern Conference Finals. At 28, he is widely considered the best NBA big man free agent left on the market. Still, his presence in New York has little practical impact on […]

The Kawhi Leonard controversy is showing no signs of fading. The Los Angeles Clippers and owner Steve Ballmer are again under scrutiny after journalist Pablo Torre uncovered fresh details linking Leonard’s endorsement deal with the bankrupt financial services company Aspiration to possible salary cap violations. According to Torre’s reporting on his “Pablo Torre Finds Out” […]

Virginia Tech football has reached a staggering low point. The questions surrounding head coach Brent Pry have never been louder. The Hokies were humbled in a 45-26 loss to Old Dominion. It was a defeat that underscored the mounting frustrations in a season that had spiraled quickly out of control. Colton Joseph threw for 276 […]

The New Orleans Saints are preparing for a unique challenge in facing San Francisco quarterback Mac Jones, who will step in for the injured Brock Purdy. While Jones is viewed as a backup by title, the Saints’ defense sees him through a more nuanced lens. New Orleans is comparing his situation to Sam Darnold’s in […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers walked out of MetLife Stadium with a 34-32 victory and a sense of satisfaction that stretched beyond the scoreboard. While Aaron Rodgers shone in his Steelers debut against his former team, many within the organization could not help but think about what might have been if Justin Fields were running the show […]

The New York Knicks are expected to add former Saint Joseph’s head coach Billy Lange to Mike Brown’s staff, according to reports. Lange steps down after six seasons with the Hawks to return to the NBA, where he previously served as an assistant with the Philadelphia 76ers. Lange, a New Jersey native with more than […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers reshaped their roster with several key moves, highlighted by the signing of veteran safety Jabrill Peppers. The team also added cornerback James Pierre to the 53-man roster and quarterback Logan Woodside to the practice squad while placing linebacker Malik Harrison and quarterback Skylar Thompson on injured reserve. Peppers, 29, brings proven versatility […]

San Francisco 49ers wideout Ricky Pearsall is being singled out by NFL executives as the league’s most likely breakout player this season. After a rookie campaign cut short by injuries and circumstances beyond his control, the 24-year-old receiver now finds himself in a position to become a featured weapon in one of the NFL’s most […]

According to ESPN, NFL executives are already thinking ahead when it comes to the league’s most prestigious individual honors. Their early picks show confidence in Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson for Most Valuable Player and Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels for Offensive Player of the Year. Jackson, already a two-time NFL MVP, would join an […]

The New York Liberty are preparing for another playoff run, but not all of the focus was on the court during their final home game of the regular season. A group of New York fans seated courtside and nearby wore bright orange shirts to protest what they say are skyrocketing ticket prices for the WNBA […]

The Philadelphia Eagles made a serious attempt to land Micah Parsons before the Dallas Cowboys traded Parsons, the All-Pro linebacker, to the Green Bay Packers, according to multiple reports. League insiders revealed that the Eagles offered at least two first-round draft picks, along with a third-rounder, a fifth-rounder, and additional assets to Dallas. Despite the […]

LeBron James has made one thing clear about his future. Coaching is not part of the plan for James. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar was asked once again if he would ever consider trading his Lakers jersey for a clipboard once his playing days are over. James’s answer was as decisive as it has ever […]

Dwight Howard officially reached basketball’s highest honor with his enshrinement in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. The former Orlando Magic star made clear what he believes is the real reason behind Howard’s Hall of Fame career. Howard pointed to former Magic head coach Stan Van Gundy as the driving force during his peak […]