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With Shedeur Sanders destined for the NFL, many have wondered if Colorado head football coach Deion Sanders would follow his son to the league. If the former All-Pro returns to the league as a coach, rumors speculate that the Las Vegas Raiders would be his best fit. The Raiders recently fired head coach Antonio Pierce […]

It is not often that teams have to deal with two players with the same name, but the Oklahoma City Thunder have managed that problem for the past three years. Jalen Williams and Jaylin Williams have caused a lot of confusion over the years, which caught up with the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night. For […]

Deebo Samuel will not have to search for a new team in the offseason after all. Despite rumors of the San Francisco 49ers potentially moving the star receiver, general manager John Lynch confirmed that the 28-year-old would return to the team in 2025. Lynch was asked about Samuel’s future with the team during his Jan. […]

The New York Giants have been in a rut for over a decade but reached a new low in 2024, ending the year with a 3-14 record. Despite the result and public pressure, owner John Mara has already confirmed that general manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll will keep their positions with the […]

Winning an NBA championship is the ultimate goal of every player’s career, but it has a unique meaning for Tyler Herro. The Miami Heat guard explained to former teammate Udonis Haslem on ‘The OGs Show’ that he wants to win a title for the city, much like his predecessor Dwyane Wade did. “I really do […]

As Jimmy Butler prepares to begin the next chapter of his career, the 35-year-old still believes that he is at the peak of his powers. While dealing with the suspension and trade drama involving Miami Heat president Pat Riley, the six-time All-Star claimed that he is still in his prime. “I still think I’m in […]

Dyson Daniels has taken “three-and-D” to a new level in 2024-2025. As he continues to thrive next to Trae Young with the Atlanta Hawks, Daniels’ defense and shooting numbers are on track to set a new NBA record. Through his first 32 games of the season, Daniels has quickly become one of the elite defenders […]

When the Minnesota Timberwolves acquired Donte DiVincenzo in the offseason, many assumed he would become Anthony Edwards’ backcourt running mate. Instead, Chris Finch stuck with 37-year-old Mike Conley in the starting lineup for most of the first 34 games of 2024-2025 until he finally cracked on Jan. 6 and gave fans what they wanted to […]

The Indianapolis Colts’ 2024 season ended in possibly the worst way imaginable, giving general manager Chris Ballard a lot of work to do in the offseason. That will begin with free agency but be headlined by the team’s moves at the 2025 NFL Draft. The Colts’ 8-9 finish to the year gives them the No. […]

Fullbacks are not often recognizable members of any team, but Kyle Juszczyk is a rare exception. However, after eight years with the San Francisco 49ers, Juszczyk is aware that their iconic pairing may come to an end. The 49ers’ four-game losing streak to end the 2024 season caused them to miss the playoffs, putting an […]

Not many are certain about what lies in store for Aaron Rodgers’ future with the New York Jets, leaving everything the quarterback does up for interpretation. Aware of the rumors of his potential retirement, the 41-year-old posted a cryptic photo with Davante Adams on social media to add to the drama. The day after the […]

The first world title fight of 2025 goes down on Jan. 8 when Jai Opetaia (26-0) defends the IBF cruiserweight belt against David Nyika (10-0). It is time to continue our boxing odds series with a Jai Opetaia-David Nyika prediction and pick. Opetaia will look to defend his title for the fifth time, having originally […]

Longtime ‘Undisputed’ host Skip Bayless is no longer with Fox Sports, but his past might catch up with him. The infamous personality was named in a lawsuit against Fox alleging sexual harassment. Bayless was named as a defendant in the case along with Fox Sports producer Charlie Dixon and host Joy Taylor, per Front Office […]

The Cincinnati Bengals still need help from the Kansas City Chiefs and New York Jets to make the playoffs but head coach Zac Taylor is confident that he leads one of the best teams in the NFL. After picking up another win in Week 18, Taylor issued a confident take on his current roster. Taylor […]

Since firing Matt Eberflus after their Week 13 loss, the Chicago Bears turned to Thomas Brown as their interim head coach. As they look to fill the full-time vacancy, the organization is open to making Brown their permanent hire. Once the Bears’ disastrous season is fully in the past, they plan to interview Brown for […]

Less than two months after a fractured forearm threatened the end of his season, Alex Anzalone will return in Week 18. The star linebacker will be active for the Detroit Lions’ massive clash with the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday Night Football but will be limited in his first game back. In his return, Anzalone will […]

If Tyler Herro was not already the name at the top of opposing scouting reports, he certainly is now. While the Miami Heat continue to deal with the Jimmy Butler suspension and trade saga, Herro has continued to shine through the adversity. However, despite being the team’s leading scorer on the year, Herro struggled in […]

Many NFL fans have been strongly advocating for Joe Burrow’s MVP case late in the year, but the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback believes one of his teammates is already a lock for a different award. After a 3.5-sack performance against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 18, Burrow stated his clear thoughts on Trey Hendrickson winning Defensive […]

After 18 years in the NBA, Dwight Howard still feels a connection to his original teammates on the Orlando Magic. When reflecting on some of his favorite teammates, Howard singled out Jameer Nelson as his favorite point guard. “My favorite all-time is Jameer Nelson,” Howard said to Thanasis Antetokounmpo on the ‘Thanalysis’ podcast. “We started […]

Bailey Zappe did not get the warm welcome he was hoping for in Week 18. Making a start for the wailing Cleveland Browns against the Baltimore Ravens, Zappe threw an interception on his second pass attempt of the game to rookie cornerback Nate Wiggins. While looking for Elijah Moore in the flat, Zappe’s pass fell […]

One game before their first playoff run since 2020, the Washington Commanders are nearing a return to full health. Ahead of a Week 18 clash with the Dallas Cowboys, veteran running back Austin Ekeler was activated from injured reserve after missing four games with a concussion. With Ekeler active, the Commanders plan to play him […]

The Dallas Cowboys quarterback situation could get interesting in Week 18. Without any stakes to play for, the team followed through on an interesting transaction by promoting Will Grier to their active roster from the practice squad, per Ian Rapoport. Grier, a former third-round pick, has been on the team’s practice squad since Week 11. […]

The Carolina Panthers’ backfield will get reinforcements in Week 18. After missing all three of their top running backs in Week 17, Miles Sanders is set to come off injured reserve and play in the regular season finale. Carolina activated Sanders, who had been dealing with an ankle injury, on Saturday, they announced on X, […]

After missing most of his second season with a knee injury, Indianapolis Colts cornerback JuJu Brents will return in Week 18. The emerging defensive back has spent all but one game of the year on injured reserve. The Colts activated Brents off of injured reserve on Saturday, they announced on X, formerly Twitter. He suffered […]

With nothing else to look forward to in a lost season, the San Francisco 49ers have already begun preparation for the 2025 NFL Draft. While the official draft order has yet to be finalized, the team is on track to own its highest draft selection in over a decade. For years, the 49ers dominated the […]

He may be the face of the NBA, but LeBron James will never stop being an Ohio State football fan. Just moments after the Los Angeles Lakers’ big win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Jan. 2, all James wanted to talk about was the Buckeyes’ College Football Playoff victory over Oregon the day before. […]

After a dominant non-conference run, Tennessee (13-0) will begin SEC play on Saturday with a high-profile clash against Arkansas (11-2). It’s time to continue our College Basketball odds series with an Arkansas-Tennessee prediction and pick. As the top-ranked team in the country, Tennessee is one of just three undefeated teams remaining. The Volunteers have been […]

When Bill Belichick confirmed his retirement, New England Patriots fans knew that 2024 would be a rebuilding year. However, that did not stop them from booing the team during its Week 17 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, much to linebacker Jahlani Tavai’s dismay. Tavai, the team’s leading tackler, criticized fans for booing the team […]

Kalen DeBoer already made changes to his coaching staff the week after Alabama football’s loss to Michigan in the ReliaQuest Bowl. As the unit begins preparing for the 2025 offseason, DeBoer will move forward without co-defensive coordinator and defensive backs coach Colin Hitschler. Hitschler was informed by the team that he would not be returning in […]

Will Levis has one more chance to prove himself to the Tennessee Titans in Week 18. Ahead of their regular season finale against the Houston Texans, Brian Callahan confirmed that Levis would return as the Titans’ starting quarterback, per Adam Schefter. While Levis is set to start, the team intends to still play Mason Rudolph […]

For the second time in three years, Brock Purdy’s season is ending with a right elbow injury. Despite the obvious concerns, San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch does not believe there is anything to worry about. With a Week 18 matchup with the Arizona Cardinals looming, Lynch addressed Purdy’s injury to the media. The […]

After the 2025 NFL Pro Bowl rosters were released, Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Leonard Williams was not happy to see his name excluded from the list. While he has one Pro Bowl to his name, Williams believes he is routinely overlooked by voters. With a simple statement, Williams called his snub “disappointing.” In his 10th […]

The Arizona basketball team got its most notable commitment of the class of 2025 when LeBron James’ son, Bryce, declared himself a Wildcat on Thursday. While the Los Angeles Lakers star is excited about the move for his son, he joked that his only issue with the decision ties back to former teammates Richard Jefferson […]

In his sixth and final season of college football, Kurtis Rourke gave everything he had to Indiana. Shortly after declaring for the 2025 NFL Draft, Rourke’s team confirmed that he played practically the entire 2024 season with a torn ACL injury. Rourke’s agent, Casey Muir, announced that the quarterback would undergo surgery to repair his […]

Not many expected Sam Darnold to revive his career the way he did in 2024, including the Minnesota Vikings, who traded up to select JJ McCarthy with the No. 10 overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft. However, with the team now expected to extend Darnold, McCarthy might have become available. With several teams around […]

The biggest college basketball game of the week will tip off on Saturday morning when Kentucky (11-2) hosts the undefeated Florida (13-0). It’s time to continue our College Basketball odds series with a Florida-Kentucky prediction and pick. Kentucky has impressed during its non-conference schedule with wins over Gonzaga and Duke but will enter the matchup […]

Caitlin Clark wants to set the record straight. As fans continue to mock the Indiana Fever star for seemingly jumping on the Kansas City Chiefs bandwagon, Clark made a point of mapping out the origins of her fandom to Jason and Travis Kelce on the New Heights podcast. “I had family in Kansas City and […]

Arguably no singular position group has been hurt by injuries more than the Los Angeles Chargers’ secondary with one game remaining before the playoffs. As they scramble to adapt to late-season injury additions, the team signed veteran safety Terrell Edmunds to its practice squad on Thursday ahead of Week 18. To make room for Edmunds, […]

While the 2024 Peach Bowl gave college football fans everything they asked for on New Year’s Day, the Arizona State faithful felt shortchanged by the result. Despite the double-overtime result, many were irate at a potential game-changing targeting penalty against Texas being passed up by the officials. With the game being broadcast on ESPN, CBS […]