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The Cleveland Browns are fighting an uphill battle in the 2022 NFL season. After missing the playoffs in 2021, the front office went and traded for former Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson. In theory, this move should’ve catapulted the team to the upper echelon of the NFL hierarchy. However, Watson’s suspension has put a damper […]

The sports world lost an icon a few months ago when Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell passed away. Russell is the winningest basketball player in NBA history, winning eleven rings as player. However, Russell might be best remembered for his actions off of the court. His efforts as an activist changed the way sports viewed […]

George Kittle’s injury status was something not many San Francisco fans were expecting to worry about in the 2022 season. The star tight end has been relatively healthy for most of his career. Kittle also did not suffer a serious injury last season, and in the 2022 preseason. Unfortunately, that changed pretty quickly over the […]

The Tennessee Titans had a pretty rough offseason for themselves. They acquired wide receiver Robert Woods from the Los Angeles Rams in hopes of pairing him with AJ Brown. A month after the trade, though, Brown requested a trade, which was immediately granted during the NFL draft. Now, their wide receiver room is looking a […]

This is not the Texas A&M team college football fans were hoping to see. The sixth-ranked team in the country was supposed to be one of the better teams in the league. Their offense had question marks, yes, but their defense was stacked with talent. As long as the Aggies offense didn’t sputter, they should’ve […]

The top of the National League has some ridiculously scary teams. In any other year, the Atlanta Braves and the New York Mets would be fighting for the top of the conference. Both teams have been lights out, especially in the second half. However, one team has been consistently great all season long: the Los […]

This has been a wild day for college football, hasn’t it? In a sport where upsets are hailed as the greatest thing ever, Saturday night saw major upsets across the board. One of these upsets came at the expense of Texas A&M, who lost to Appalachian State’s football team in surprising fashion. So, how did […]

Well, that wasn’t the start the Los Angeles Rams were hoping for. Despite being the defending champions, LA was seen as the underdog against the Buffalo Bills in Week 1. Nonetheless, fans expected a close, hard-fought game between two Super Bowl contenders. Instead, though, we saw the upstart Buffalo squad completely squash the reigning Super […]

After years of stability at the quarterback position, the Seattle Seahawks are in unfamiliar territory. They were long blessed by the presence of Chef Russell Wilson guiding their offense. After Wilson’s departure, though, Seattle’s QB situation is looking rough. Frankly speaking, a competition between Geno Smith and Drew Lock is… less than ideal. If given […]

WHAT. A. MATCH. The US Open semi-finals featured one of the hottest matchups in tennis today. On one side, you had Frances Tiafoe, the hometown hero looking to make a name for himself in Queens. On the other end, there was Carlos Alcaraz, the rising Spanish sensations who has been phenomenal during the tournament. One […]

The Los Angeles Angels find themselves in the middle of another lawsuit this season. Unlike some of their other legal battles, though, this news has some serious implications for how the MLB will operate in the future. The lawsuit was filed by two Dominican prospects, who claimed that L.A. reneged on a verbal agreement with […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers fans are clamoring for one thing: for Rob Gronkowski to come back to the team. The legendary tight end announced his second retirement early in the off-season. Ever since Tom Brady returned from retirement, though, fans are eagerly waiting for Gronk to lace up his cleats one more time for his best […]

After being lush at the position last, the Dallas Cowboys are a bit lacking in the wide receiver department. The main departure, of course, is Amari Cooper, who bolted for Cleveland in the offseason. Michael Gallup’s injury also seemed to threaten Dallas’ hopes, as he recuperated from an ACL tear he suffered last season. Thankfully […]

Justin Jefferson is already entering NFL stardom in just his third year in the league. The Minnesota Vikings wide receiver is already one of the best wide-outs in the game today. He has torched many teams with his blazing speed and sure-fire hands, all while he danced on their end-zone with his trademark “Griddy” celebration. […]

Well, this certainly was something that San Francisco 49ers fans were not expecting to be worried about. After the sagas of Jimmy Garoppolo and Deebo Samuel ended, many expected the fanbase to return to normal. Instead of focusing on pointless drama, they can finally focus on what truly matters the most: winning football games. Unfortunately, […]

The New York Yankees are playing awful baseball right now. It feels weird to say it, especially since they were on pace to hit the 120-win mark at some point in the season. Now, though, New York is merely a shell of their first-half selves. Their hitting outside of Aaron Judge has been atrocious, and […]

Josh Allen might the most successful quarterback development story in the NFL today. The Buffalo Bills drafted Allen in 2018 knowing full well he’ll need time to develop. The Wyoming alum certainly had the physical tools, but he needed to refine his skills before he became an actual elite QB in the league. Four years […]

At this point, Jerry Jones is synonymous with the Dallas Cowboys. The outspoken owner has been tied to the hip with America’s team ever since he acquired them. His bold predictions and bolder offseason moves have made him somewhat of a polarizing character amongst football fans. Still, there’s no denying that he embodies the Cowboys. […]

It’s easy to forget amidst the chaos of the offseason, but Odell Beckham Jr is still a free agent. The wide receiver played for the Los Angeles Rams last season, but is yet to sign a contract with any team. Even if he’s coming off of a torn ACL, OBJ is still one of the […]

The contract discussions between Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens have ended in unfortunate fashion. After months of negotiations, both sides have failed to agree on an extension. As a result, Jackson won’t be signing a new long-term deal with the team before the season starts. Jackson and the Ravens will continue negotiations after the […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers lost a great man a few months ago when Dwayne Haskins was killed in a road accident. Haskins was brought in by the team to compete for the open quarterback spot on the roster. The former Washington Commanders player was well-loved by his teammates, and his death profoundly impacted those who interacted […]

The Los Angeles Rams have a big problem at SoFi Stadium. No, it’s not like FedEx Field where the stadium feels like it will collapse at any minute. No, the issue is that LA’s “home” stadium almost never feels like it’s cheering for the home team. Rams home games, more often than not, have all […]

Cincinnati football seems to have struggled with some helmets issues as of late. A few weeks ago, the Cincinnati Bengals and the Los Angeles Rams got involved in a practice scrum that involved some swinging helmets. Now, the Cincinnati Bearcats faced a different issue with their helmets against Arkansas. During their college football game against […]

One of the biggest story lines heading into the 2022 season is the ongoing negotiations between Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens. The 2019 MVP is entering the fifth year of his contract, and is seeking a new extension with his team. However, talks have stalled as of late, even as the self-imposed deadline of […]

The Buffalo Bills’ season opener against the Los Angeles Rams told fans one thing: this is Josh Allen’s year. The Wyoming product has been banging on the gates of greatness for a few years now. Many are anticipating his rise to the top of the NFL quarterback hierarchy. Based on his first game of 2022, […]

The Los Angeles Rams’ title defense couldn’t have went any worse. Facing the current favorites in the Buffalo Bills, the defending champions looked completely outmatched. LA couldn’t capitalize on their opponent’s sloppiness, as they were shut down by Buffalo’s defense. Even worse, their defense, led by Jalen Ramsey and Aaron Donald, got gashed multiple times […]

One of the most influential people in modern history has left the world. Queen Elizabeth II of England has passed away on September 8, 2022. (via Royal Family) The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/VfxpXro22W […]

The 2022 edition of Eurobasket has been a treat for NBA fans everywhere. Many of the top players in the league went head-to-head in fierce competitions for the European crowd. One of the headliners of this tournament is, of course, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, who plays for Greece. Giannis Antetokounmpo has been his usual […]

Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills are currently on top of the NFL world today. The reigning AFC East champions are the favorites by many pundits to win the Super Bowl this season. There’s a good reason why: Buffalo is extremely good at nearly every facet of the game. They are ready to take that […]

Last season, Darius Slay was one of the most underrated players in the NFL. The Philadelphia Eagles cornerback was one of the best defenders in the league last season. Many of his peers recognized his talents on the field, and so did the fans: earning the fourth Pro Bowl selection of his career. The Eagles […]

Did you know that Matthew Stafford and Clayton Kershaw were childhood buddies? This factoid about the Los Angeles Rams QB and Los Angeles Dodgers ace has been repeated many times over the last few years. It’s a neat trivia fact, after all, one you can use to impress your friends. This offseason, though, the connection […]

CM Punk’s time with the AEW Championship seems to be completely cursed. The first time he won it earlier in the year, he was immediately forced to the sidelines due to an injury he sustained. After returning from injury, Punk successfully won back his title from Jon Moxley… only to be embroiled in one of […]

College football is back, and with it, comes the crazy upsets that seem to happen every week. Case in point, the first week of football in 2022. The Utah Utes, ranked seventh in the nation amongst football programs entering the season, lost in heartbreaking fashion to the Florida Gators. It a was a terrible performance […]

No man in the NFL might be more feared than Tom Brady. Yes, many of his contemporaries have better physical skills than him. He may not have the elusiveness of Patrick Mahomes, or the power of Josh Allen, or even the accuracy of Aaron Rodgers. However, no man can make even a 25-point lead seem […]

The Baltimore Orioles are embracing the chaos this season. A year removed from their “tankathon” season, the Os have returned with a vengeance in 2022. Behind the heroics of Adley Rutschman and a quietly improved roster from head-to-toe, Baltimore is looking to fight for one of the Wild Card spots in the American League. Because […]

It’s easy to forget now, but Kenley Jansen is one of the best closers of his generation. The Atlanta Braves pitcher made a name for himself in Los Angeles as one of the most feared relievers in the game. His trademark wind-up has terrorized the National League for many years as part of two different […]

When you think of the Buffalo Bills, the first player that comes to mind is Josh Allen, and rightfully so. The former first-round pick has developed into the best and most important player on the team. Allen’s freakish athleticism and cannon arm has propelled Buffalo to many wins in the last few seasons. Last season, […]

Dallas Keuchel’s 2022 season has been terrible in all aspects of the word. The former Cy Young winner came into the 2022 season looking to avenge his terrible campaign. However, he has somehow performed worse than he did the year prior. After being cut by the Chicago White Sox and the Arizona Diamondbacks, Keuchel found […]

2021 was an absolutely terrible year for Jeff Okudah. After a string of injuries in 2020, the Detroit Lions cornerback was ready to make an impact in Year 2. Unfortunately, his season ended before it even truly begun. Okudah tore his Achilles in their season opener against the San Francisco 49ers, ending his season on […]