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Ezekiel Elliott is reportedly dealing with a knee sprain, per Michael Gehlken. Gehlken also reported that the injury is not related to Elliott’s PCL ailment he endured a season ago. However, the injury is on the same knee. Fantasy football managers will need to take notice of this news, as Elliott did not practice on […]

Stephen Curry is no stranger to playing as a defending champion. He is well aware of the target on the Warriors’ back. Steph discussed the mindset of opponents when facing Golden State following the recent Dubs’ loss to the Phoenix Suns, per NBA Interviews on YouTube. “Teams will try to come at you,” Curry said. […]

The Phoenix Suns are off to a strong 3-1 start to the 2022-20223 season. Devin Booker has been especially impressive, averaging 32.5 points per game on 53 percent field goal and 48 percent three-point shooting. Booker’s absurd scoring numbers may not hold up all season, but it is clear he’s on the verge of entering […]

Philadelphia Phillies manager Rob Thomson could be with the New York Yankees right now. Instead, New York opted to sign Aaron Boone to be their manager instead. Boone’s Yankees will be watching Rob Thomson’s Phillies take on the Houston Astros in the 2022 MLB World Series. Thompson was recently asked if he believes the Yankees […]

Padres’ President of Baseball Operations AJ Preller recently got brutally honest on Juan Soto and Josh Hader’s future in San Diego, per MLB.com. “Probably the biggest thing, at least with Hader and with Juan Soto, is this carries forward,” Preller said. “Ultimately, it wasn’t just a rental piece. They’re guys that, you know, in Juan’s […]

The Houston Astros are headed to the MLB World Series after cruising through the playoffs. After sweeping both the Seattle Mariners and New York Yankees, Houston seems primed for a World Series win. However, nothing will come easy against a red hot Philadelphia Phillies ball club. There is one particular player who can provide the […]

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith shared a brutally honest take on Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis. Smith acknowledged that Russell Westbrook has been struggling. However, he made it clear that Davis should receive more attention in reference to his shortcomings as well, per First Take on Twitter. MORE: Darvin Ham’s clear-cut 2-word statement on removing […]

Zack Wheeler was previously the presumed Game 1 World Series starter for the Philadelphia Phillies. However, manager Rob Thomson hinted that Philadelphia may go in a different direction. In an interview with Audacy’s SportsRadio 94 WIP (Philadelphia), Thompson said Aaron Nola will likely get the Game 1 nod. “I think that, and we’ll announce official […]

Aaron Rodgers joined Pat McAfee to discuss the Green Bay Packers’ difficult start to the 2022 season. Green Bay was recently upset by the Washington Commanders, and Rodgers stated that multiple fiery postgame speeches were given by players, per Rob Demovsky. “Not only did Marcedes Lewis speak up in the locker room after Sunday’s loss […]

Patriots QB Bailey Zappe was seen mouthing the words to “Stacy’s Mom” on the sideline in New England’s Monday Night Football loss to the Chicago Bears. Albert Breer recently reported that Zappe confirmed he was indeed mouthing the words to the song. “To be honest with you, I don’t even know how I know that […]

Jaxon Smith-Njigba played limited snaps in the Buckeyes’ 54-10 victory over Iowa last weekend. Ohio State football’s head coach Ryan Day said the plan was to keep Smith-Njigba at around 20 snaps for the game, per Dan Hope. Day added that the star receiver did not suffer any additional injuries in the game. Jaxon Smith-Njigba […]

Yankees fans and players are pleading their cases for Aaron Judge to stay in New York. Nestor Cortes said Judge should be given the title of ‘captain,’ while Anthony Rizzo said he should receive an “astronomical” amount of money in free agency. Rizzo recently doubled-down on his Aaron Judge praise while echoing Cortes’ take, per […]

The Boston Red Sox and superstar Rafael Devers are reportedly working on a contract extension, per MLB insider Yancen Pujols. The Red Sox and Devers have previously discussed a deal. However, Pujols reports that Boston made a “A substantially improved offer” compared to Boston’s prior offer. Pujols did add a catch to the situation, as […]

MLB fans will remember the Boston Red Sox making history after climbing back from a 3-0 deficit in 2004 ALCS against the New York Yankees. Boston shocked New York and went on to win their first World Series championship since 1918, effectively breaking the Curse of the Bambino. So it wasn’t surprising to see find […]

A video recently surfaced of what appeared to be NFL referees asking Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans for an autograph. However, the NFL investigated the matter and determined the referees were not asking Evans for an autograph. NFL insider Tom Pelissero shared an official statement from the league on the matter. Statement from the […]

The Houston Astros ran the American League all season long. Their AL dominance had the majority of people choosing them to reach the World Series, and that is exactly what occurred. In fact, the Astros steamrolled their way through the MLB playoffs en route to the MLB World Series. However, they may finally face some […]

Mac Jones started for the New England Patriots on Monday Night Football against the Chicago Bears, as reported by Jeremy Fowler. Jones was sidelined since late September due to an ankle injury. Backup QB Bailey Zappe played well in his absence, but Jones was ready to roll for this Week 7 affair. It didn’t take long […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are headed to the MLB World Series! The New York Mets and Atlanta Braves dominated National League East headlines all season long. Meanwhile, Philadelphia snuck into the playoffs as the final NL Wild Card team. Nevertheless, Philadelphia outlasted Atlanta, New York, and the rest of the NL. However, they will now have […]

Commissioner Adam Silver responded to LeBron James’ desire for a Las Vegas NBA team, per Malika Andrews. “I think its very healthy for the league when you have sort of this life-cycle of players moving into management, potentially  moving into ownership,” Silver told Andrews on NBA Today. “Obviously Michael Jordan is the owner of Charlotte…its […]

New Texas Rangers manager Bruce Bochy was recently introduced by the team. One question that everyone has been asking was posed to Bochy, per MLB.com. “I miss this game,” Bochy said in response to why he returned to the dugout. “There’s so many things about the game I miss – in the dugout, the competition, […]

Packers head coach Matt LaFleur discussed Green Bay’s offensive strategy amid Aaron Rodgers’ thumb injury, per Ryan Wood. “Matt LaFleur says Aaron Rodgers’ injured thumb has ‘played a little part into’ the high percentage of shotgun snaps more than simply being how #Packers offense wants to set up. Much easier to handle shotgun than snap […]

San Diego Padres’ catcher Austin Nola was asked whether he congratulated his brother and Philadelphia Phillies star pitcher Aaron Nola on reaching the World Series, per Bob Nightengale. “I love my brother, but I have to let those emotions pass before I even talk to him,” Austin Nola said. “I’m going to congratulate him, but […]

New Orleans Pelicans stars Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram were both recently forced to leave a game against the Utah Jazz due to injury. However, Willie Green said both players will be listed as questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks, per Will Guillory. Green initially stated that Brandon Ingram is no longer in […]

For the majority of the Houston Astros’ players, reaching the World Series is simply an impressive feat. However, it was something that Trey Mancini thought he may never have the opportunity to do just a couple years ago. Mancini, who was with the Baltimore Orioles at the time, hit 35 home runs in 2019. But […]

A video recently surfaced of NFL referees seemingly asking Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans for an autograph. The league is reportedly investigating the situation, per NBC’s Pro Football Talk. Referees asking a player for an autograph is a bad look without question. The Buccaneers ultimately lost the game 21-3 to the Carolina Panthers. […]

The Denver Broncos entered the 2022 NFL season with high expectations. But following their recent loss to the New York Jets, Denver holds a lackluster 2-5 record. Their record is surprising given their strong defensive play, as the Broncos rank 3rd in points against per game. However, the offense has labored. Russell Wilson and Nathaniel […]

The Los Angeles Lakers and Utah Jazz have been linked to one another over the past year. The Jazz are one of the few teams that have been mentioned as a legitimate landing spot for Russell Westbrook. Although a trade has yet to come to fruition, recent reports suggest the Lakers and Jazz could re-open […]

The Los Angeles Rams reportedly offered running back Cam Akers, 2nd and 3rd round 2023 picks, and 4th and 5th round 2024 picks for running back Christian McCaffrey, per Dov Kleiman. The Carolina Panthers ultimately accepted the San Francisco 49ers’ trade proposal instead. Cam Akers was once considered a crucial piece to the Rams’ puzzle. […]

Dak Prescott made his long-awaited Dallas Cowboys return in Week 7. Prescott, who hadn’t played since Week 1 due to injury, opened up on his missed time following the game, per SI’s Albert Breer. “I know how much of a blessing it was just to be able to watch these five weeks, and these five […]

With the New York Yankees getting eliminated from the MLB Playoffs, focus now shifts to the future of Aaron Judge. The superstar slugger is set to hit free agency and will be a sought-after addition without question. Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo made that very clear following New York’s Game 4 loss to the Houston […]

Oregon football blew out UCLA football on Saturday at home. Oregon’s mascot, The Duck, took to his Twitter account to roast UCLA during the game. “@UCLAFootball y’all ever seen this many fans before?” Losing is one thing… getting trolled by a Duck is a whole different type of insult. The loss was UCLA’s first of the season. […]

DJ Uiagalelei discussed Dabo Swinney’s decision to bench him during Clemson football’s 27-21 victory over Syracuse, per Grace Raynor. “For me, if I was put in (Swinney’s) spot, I probably would have done the same thing,” Uiagalelei said. The Tigers moved to 8-0 on the season despite the QB uncertainty. DJ Uiagalelei finished the game going […]

TJ Warren posted a 4-word message on his Twitter that will get Brooklyn Nets’ fans excited. “Can’t wait to hoop,” he wrote. The message is simple in nature. But for a player who’s been sidelined by injuries over the past couple of seasons, it is an inspiring bode of confidence. TJ Warren previously displayed signs […]

New York Yankees star pitcher Nestor Cortes said Aaron Judge should be the team’s captain if he returns for the 2023 campaign, per Bryan Hoch. Cortes added that “most of the guys in there agree with me.” Aaron Judge is set to hit free agency this offseason. The slugger clubbed an American League all-time record […]

Dalvin Cook was reportedly fined an oddly-specific amount for his touchdown celebration last week, per Ian Rapoport. Rapoport reports that the Minnesota Vikings running back was fined $7,426 dollars for throwing the football into the stands after his game-winning touchdown. Cook’s incredible TD was a 53-yarder to propel the Vikings to victory over the Miami […]

Gordon Hayward liked a Tweet that suggests he may want a trade to the Los Angeles Lakers. A Twitter account called Lakers All Day Everyday posted a screenshot of Hayward’s liked Tweet. Gordon Hayward seems to think the Lakers should trade with the Hornets instead of the Pacers 👀 pic.twitter.com/M0uEc5aKvF — Lakers All Day Everyday (@LADEig) […]

Lance McCullers recently shared his honest thoughts on the talent of the Houston Astros’ pitching staff, per Chandler Rome. “You can almost just close your eyes and point and ask any pitcher to do any job on the staff,” McCullers said. Houston’s pitching staff finished second in both team ERA and WHIP this season. Their […]

Jalen Rose revealed his top 5 toughest players to guard, and Los Angeles Lakers’ legend Kobe Bryant wasn’t listed at No. 1 on his list. Rose’s list included plenty of talented players from his generation, but Kobe seemed like a lock for the No. 1 spot given his 81-point outburst against Rose. Rose ultimately listed […]

The Green Bay Packers activated WR Sammy Watkins from the injured reserve, per ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Fowler adds that Watkins could have a limited role upon his return. Sammy Watkins had reeled in 6 receptions for 111 yards prior to his injury. He played a pivotal role in a Packers’ early-season win over the bears, […]