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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith is enjoying a strong season. NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky recently shared eye-popping praise for the resurgent QB, per Get Up on Twitter. "There is no quarterback that has more perfect throws in every game than Geno Smith. … That's why he's right in the MVP race." 👀 @danorlovsky7 pic.twitter.com/igYumqejAo — […]

Darvin Ham recently made eye-popping comments in reference to Russell Westbrook and the Los Angeles Lakers. His statement came after the Lakers’ first win of the season, and they caught the attention of the legendary Flea. Flea, a proud Lakers fan, took to Twitter to share his thoughts on Ham. “I love Darvin Ham, the best […]

The San Antonio Spurs recently released the No. 12 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, Josh Primo. The underlying reason for their decision to release Primo was revealed on Saturday. The decision to move on from Primo reportedly stemmed from multiple alleged instances of him exposing himself to women, per Ramona Shelburne and Adrian Wojnarowski. […]

Houston Astros star pitcher Framber Valdez has not surrendered a home run at Minute Maid Park since early July, per MLB Network. It has been over 60 innings pitched for Valdez since he last gave up a long ball in front of the Astros’ home fans. This statistic bodes well for Houston against a Philadelphia […]

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred recently said that he is not optimistic that the Athletics will remain in Oakland, per Bob Nightengale and Fox Sports. Rob Manfred added that the A’s are likely to move to Las Vegas. MLB and NBA have both been rumored to be considering expansion/relocation to Las Vegas. For the NBA, it […]

TJ Watt will not play in Week 8, per Adam Schefter. Schefter reports that Watt was designated to return from the IR a week ago which made him eligible to return for the Steelers’ Week 8 matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. However, his return will need to wait at least one more week. TJ Watt […]

Anthony Davis has already dealt with injury problems for the Los Angeles Lakers to open the season. Davis has consistently been hampered by various ailments over the past few years as well. LeBron James and Russell Westbrook recently commented on Davis’ inability to stay healthy, per SB Nation’s Silver Screen and Roll. “(Anthony Davis) has […]

Joel Embiid was forced to miss the Philadelphia 76ers game against the Toronto Raptors last night. Philadelphia earned the victory, but they certainly missed their star big man. The Sixers are back in action on Saturday night against the Bulls in Chicago. However, is Joel Embiid playing tonight vs. the Bulls? Is Sixers’ Joel Embiid […]

The Los Angeles Rams are currently looking at potential trade deadline acquisitions. The Rams are just 3-3 on the season and have struggled to find any form of consistency. They could use help at the deadline, and they are reportedly looking for a Von Miller replacement, per Sports Illustrated. Carolina Panthers’ defensive end Brian Burns […]

Ohio State football’s mascot Brutus sent out a Tweet trolling Penn State amid their crucial matchup with one another. Heard there were some lions loose…we’ll put them back in their cage. Don’t you worry. 😉 pic.twitter.com/CkOCZIY0jD — Brutus Buckeye 🌰 (@Brutus_Buckeye) October 29, 2022 “Heard there were some lions loose…we’ll put them back in their […]

Nolan Arenado will reportedly opt-in to his player option and exercise the remainder of his 5-year, $144 million contract with the St. Louis Cardinals, per The Athletic’s Katie Woo. Arenado is fresh off of a tremendous 2022 campaign and will be St. Louis’ third baseman of the future. Nolan Arenado performed admirably throughout the 2022 […]

Ja’Marr Chase was rumored to be heading to the IR following a hip injury. However, Cincinnati Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said that Chase will not be placed on the IR, per NBC’s Pro Football Talk. Chase was originally expected to miss 4-6 weeks. This led many to believe he’d be placed on the IR. […]

Could this be Deion Sanders’ final season at Jackson State? The Tigers’ impressive head coach has been linked to various big name schools amid Jackson State football’s hot start to the 2022 campaign. Sanders recently addressed the rumors, per Chris Hummer. “I’d be a fool and a liar to tell you I’m not going to […]

The Cleveland Browns received a pair of encouraging injury updates on Saturday. Myles Garrett and Jadeveon Clowney reportedly practiced, per Zac Jackson. Jackson also reports that their official game statuses for the Browns’ Week 8 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals will be revealed later in the day. The Browns need Garrett and Clowney on the […]

No. 22 Kansas State football will take on No. 9 Oklahoma State in a crucial Big 12 matchup. Wildcats’ quarterback Adrian Martinez is reportedly a gametime decision, per Pete Thamel of ESPN. Martinez is dealing with a leg injury at the moment. The game is scheduled for 3:30 PM EST, so Kansas State will need […]

In 2019, it was announced that the Houston Astros were involved in a cheating scandal. The Astros’ 2017 sign-stealing usage was the talk of baseball once the news broke. Houston immeditaely drew the wrath of players and fans. However, according to Chicago White Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito, Houston was not alone in their cheating ways, […]

D’Andre Swift is expected to play in Week 8 for the Detroit Lions, per Adam Schefter. He was previously listed on the injury report due to a shoulder ailment. The running back hasn’t played since Week 3 due to the injury. “It’s alright,” Swift previously said, per Lions Wire.. “Going in the right direction. Making […]

Dusty Baker was recently asked who he’s heard from ahead of the World Series. Baker casually revealed that Snoop Dogg contacted him ahead of the 2022 Fall Classic, per Brian McTaggart. “Some homeboys, homegirls, Snoop Dogg, couple rappers, local dudes…” Baker said. The Astros’ manager is looking to lead Houston to a World Series win […]

Philadelphia Phillies superstar Bryce Harper arrived at Minute Maid Park rocking a Mike Schmidt jersey ahead of Game 1 of the World Series, per Patt Gallen. And as Gallen wrote in his Twitter caption, Harper appears to be locked in for Game 1. Bryce Harper just showed up to Minute Maid Park in a Mike […]

Deebo Samuel is reportedly out for the San Francisco 49ers’ upcoming game against the Los Angeles Rams, per Matt Barrows. The Niners were hopeful that Samuel’s hamstring injury wouldn’t keep him out of the game, but San Francisco ultimately decided to rule him out for Week 8. Deebo Samuel is one of the most important […]

Will the Los Angeles Dodgers sign Carlos Correa? According to the New York Post, LA could have interest in the shortstop. The Dodgers would reportedly love to re-sign free agent Trea Turner. But should Turner choose to leave, LA will need to consider all of their options. Dodgers fans may be surprised to hear that […]

Trey Mancini was recently asked which Astros pitcher he would least like to face if he had to play against Houston. Mancini responded with a 1-word truth bomb that most MLB hitters would agree with, per Mark Berman. “Everybody,” Mancini said. The Astros’ elite pitching staff led the American League in a number of categories […]

Harrison Bader received a unique opportunity in 2022. Bader spent the first part of the season in St. Louis with the Cardinals where Albert Pujols was pursuing the 700 home run mark. He was later dealt to the New York Yankees ahead of the MLB trade deadline where he got to witness Aaron Judge set […]

Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker T.J. Watt was recently asked about his Week 8 status against the Philadelphia Eagles. Watt has been out since the beginning of the season due to injury, but hinted at a possible Week 8 return, per Joe Rutter. “I don’t know. Maybe. We’ll have to see,” T.J. Watt said in reference […]

Magic Johnson recently revealed the role he played in getting LeBron James to sign in Los Angeles with the Lakers, per Club Shay Shay. “You can be responsible for the greatest franchise in the world, turning it around and leading us back to a championship,” Johnson told LeBron. To be fair, LeBron James led the […]

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh revealed both Elijah Moore and Corey Davis’ statuses for the team’s Sunday matchup against the New England Patriots, per Adam Schefter. According to Schefter, Saleh said Moore will play while Davis will miss the game. Corey Davis missed missed practice during the week and was never truly expected […]

Dallas Cowboys’ head coach Mike McCarthy hinted that there was a chance for Ezekiel Elliott to suit up in Week 8. However, Jerry Jones recently confirmed that Elliott will not play against the Chicago Bears, per Clarence Hill Jr. “It had everything to do with how we’re doing this this weekend with this bye coming […]

Alvin Kamara trade rumors have recently surfaced, linking the New Orleans Saints running back to the Philadelphia Eagles. According to NBC’s Pro Football Talk, the Eagles’ are not actively engaged in Kamara trade discussions with the Saints. Trade rumors tend to swirl this time of year. On paper, the deal would make some sense. Philadelphia […]

The Baltimore Ravens defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers by a final score of 27-22 on Thursday Night Football. Lamar Jackson shared a 4-word message with Tom Brady following the game, per the Baltimore Ravens Twitter account. “Appreciate it, the GOAT,” Jackson told Brady after the Ravens’ victory. For our full Week 8 predictions, watch below: […]

Bryce Harper received a challenge from Mr. October himself, Reggie Jackson. Harper, who’s been the catalyst behind the Philadelphia Phillies’ 2022 playoff success, is preparing to lead the Phillies in the World Series. But Jackson said this is only the beginning for him, per The Philadelphia Inquirer. “I know Bryce Harper is a good player. […]

Green Bay Packers star QB Aaron Rodgers previously made cryptic comments that raised eyebrows. However, wide receiver Sammy Watkins did not seem to mind what Rodgers had to say, per Matt Schneidman. “If you’re not performing or executing … then I’m with Aaron. If I’m not playing well and I’m freaking up and busting plays, […]

Myles Turner is set to make his return to the Indiana Pacers, per Tony East. East, a Pacers beat writer, reports that Turner posted an Instagram video with a caption reading “Debut.” Myles Turner posted a video on his Instagram with the caption “Debut🍿” about an hour ago, which is a sign that he’s playing […]

Adam Wainwright previously announced that he will return for the 2023 season. However, Wainwright recently added that the 2023 campaign will be his final one in the big leagues, per Derrick Goold. “Yes, this will be the last one,” Wainwright said. “But everyone relax, let me go out and pitch. … I’m coming back to […]

Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard previously suffered an ACL injury that kept him off the court for over a full year. The injury came during the 2020-2021 NBA playoffs following a bump from Joe Ingles of the Utah Jazz. Leonard’s teammate Marcus Morris recently referred to Ingles’ bump as a “cheap shot,” per Tomer […]

Paul George is reportedly expected to play in the Los Angeles Clippers’ upcoming game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, per Law Murray. Kawhi Leonard is still dealing with a knee ailment, so this George news is great for LA. The Clippers are expected to make a deep playoff run this season. But their fate will […]

Los Angeles Clippers’ superstar Kawhi Leonard is one of the best players in the NBA when healthy. However, his health has failed him over the past couple of seasons. Leonard suffered an ACL injury two years ago which caused him to miss part of the 2020-2021 postseason as well as the entire 2021-2022 campaign. Leonard […]

Chicago Bulls star DeMar DeRozan recently got brutally honest in an interview with David Aldridge of The Athletic. DeRozan discussed a number of different topics, but he made one extremely eye-popping admission. “I used to steal his car all the time. I remember I told him the story. We laughed about it all night. He […]

Grant Williams has been suspended one game without pay for an incident that occurred in a recent Boston Celtics vs Chicago Bulls game, per NBA Communications on Twitter. Williams “recklessly” made contact with a referee in addition to using “inappropriate language” towards the official. He was ultimately ejected from the contest. Williams is set to […]

Atlanta Braves young star Michael Harris enjoyed a superb rookie season. However, one fan seems to think baseball players can’t enjoy life away from the game following the season. A fan directed a tweet toward Harris calling him out for bowling. “Nice to see Michael Harris II bowling instead of taking reps in center field […]