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The red-hot Washington Commanders kept rolling on Sunday, crushing the Carolina Panthers 40-7 at home to bring their record to 5-2. However, rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels got hurt in the process. As a result, Daniels may miss this Sunday’s game, via NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. “Commanders QB Jayden Daniels, who left Sunday’s win early because […]

The Washington Wizards have undergone plenty of changes recently, from the front office down to the coaching staff and roster. However, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser is doing all she can to ensure their home address stays the same. Bowser proposed legislation to buy Capital One Arena, via NBC 4 Washington’s Mark Segraves. “BREAKING: After months […]

Life isn’t easy as a fringe NBA player, and former Washington Wizards guard Jared Butler was reminded of that on Saturday night. Despite a standout showing against the New York Knicks on Friday, the Wizards waived him. Multiple factors led to the decision, via The Washington Post’s Varun Shankar. “Bit of a surprising move for […]

The Milwaukee Bucks got derailed by injuries last season, and the bad luck has followed them into the new campaign. All-Star forward Khris Middleton may miss more time after sitting out the Bucks’ preseason finale on Thursday night. Milwaukee coach Doc Rivers left the door open for Middleton to play in Wednesday’s season opener against […]

After a spectacular Game 1 outing, Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Jack Flaherty looked to be an imposing matchup with the New York Mets facing elimination in Game 5. However, the former Detroit Tiger got shelled for eight runs in just three innings in the 12-6 loss. Flaherty’s stuff was much better in Game 1, according […]

Although New York Yankees southpaw Nestor Cortes is not on the ALCS roster, his season may not be over. With the Yankees up 3-1 over the Cleveland Guardians in the series, “Nasty Nestor” could appear in the Fall Classic. Cortes faced hitters in live batting practice ahead of Saturday night’s Game 5 at Progressive Field […]

Preseason games don’t count, but the Washington Wizards’ 118-117 win over the New York Knicks on Friday night was as exciting as it gets for a rebuilding team. Fringe players such as Johnny Davis and Jared Butler, the former of whom hit the game-winner, stood out, but first-round rookie Bub Carrington holding his own against […]

The Washington Wizards finished their preseason slate on Friday night, but they’re not done adding players to the organization. While two-way contracts aren’t headlining moves, adding talent for cheap is always a good thing. The Wizards signed Baylor alum RayJ Dennis on Saturday, via NBA.com. Dennis earned second-team All-Big 12 honors with the Bears last […]

The Denver Broncos trounced the New Orleans Saints 33-10 on the road on Thursday Night Football to kick off the Week 7 slate. However, Broncos wideout Courtland Sutton made the kind of history one wouldn’t expect in such a dominant win. Denver quarterback Bo Nix didn’t throw him the ball once, via The Denver Gazette’s […]

The New York Yankees are two wins away from clinching their first World Series birth since 2009. However, one of their relief pitchers won’t be on the roster if they advance. The Yankees made a personnel switch ahead of Friday’s ALCS Game 4 against the Cleveland Guardians, via MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch. “Mark Leiter Jr. has […]

Ahead of Game 5 of the NLCS, New York Mets star Francisco Lindor sat down with MLB legend Alex Rodriguez. However, “A-Rod” may not have expected a rough trip down memory lane. Lindor brought up the New York Yankees’ heartbreaking 2019 ALCS loss to the Houston Astros, via FOX Sports. Francisco Lindor: "I remember watching […]

Washington Wizards rookie Kyshawn George has been a standout player this fall ahead of the team’s final preseason contest on Friday night. So much so, that veteran forward Kyle Kuzma sees shades of a certain NBA All-Defensive First Teamer in the Miami alum. Kuzma likened George to New York Knicks forward Mikal Bridges on Thursday, […]

The Washington Wizards held an open practice at Thurgood Marshall Academy Public Charter High School in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, allowing students to interact with players. Point guard Jordan Poole, who is now in his second year with the team, reflected on the experience. Poole enjoyed being a “positive outlet,” via Monumental Sports Network’s Chase […]

At 1-5, the Cleveland Browns’ playoff hopes are dwindling. However, star running back Nick Chubb could be their savior. Chubb will most likely play against the Bengals on Sunday for the first time this season, via ESPN’s Adam Schefter. “Browns HC Kevin Stefanski told reporters that, despite Nick Chubb’s questionable injury tag for Sunday’s game against […]

Although the top 10 won’t be released until Thursday, ESPN revealed its top 100 NBA players as the 2024-25 season approaches. Washington Wizards big man Jonas Valanciunas is the team’s lone representative, checking in at 91st. Valanciunas’ durability helped him secure his spot on the list, via ESPN’s Michael Wright. “Valanciunas showcased incredible durability last […]

The 2024 Chicago White Sox made the wrong kind of history, and there will be consequences. After losing an MLB-record 121 games, majority owner Jerry Reinsdorf may move on. Reinsdorf is open to selling the team and is in talks with an ownership group led by former big-leaguer Dave Stewart, via The Athletic’s Brittany Ghiroli. […]

After getting traded to the New York Jets on Tuesday, star wideout Davante Adams reworked his contract to lower his 2024 salary cap number to $3.21 million and made the next two years voidable. The former Las Vegas Raider is guaranteed to be in New York for the rest of this season. Adams expressed his […]

Since getting drafted by the Washington Wizards 15th overall in 2021, Corey Kispert has slowly raised his stock. However, the team must decide by Monday if it’s seen enough to commit to the 6-foot-6, 242-pounder long-term. Kispert opened up about his contract situation on Tuesday, via Monumental Sports Network’s Bijan Todd. The Wizards have until […]

Although the Washington Wizards lost 131-92 to the Brooklyn Nets on Monday night, power forward Marvin Bagley III made a case to get prominent minutes this season with a 10-point, eight-rebound performance. However, Bagley talked up second-year guard Bilal Coulibaly in practice the following day rather than his own efforts. Bagley is impressed with Coulibaly’s […]

It’s that time of year again. November is approaching, which means the college basketball season is around the corner. The preseason AP Top 25 poll was released on Monday, which means it’s time to overanalyze something that’ll mean nothing in March. Of course, true hoop-heads can’t help themselves anyway. The official list is as follows, […]

While Jordan Poole is one of the Washington Wizards’ best players, he’ll need support from his teammates in order to succeed this year. Luckily, Kyshawn George and Corey Kispert have both shown they’re up to the task thus far. Poole explained what he likes about George as a player. Jordan Poole talks up Kyshawn George and […]

Although 2023-24 was a rough season for the Washington Wizards, it provided then-rookie Bilal Coulibaly with vital experience at the top level, finishing with 8.4 points per game on 43.5% shooting with 4.1 boards and 1.7 assists across 63 contests. However, the 2023 seventh overall pick isn’t satisfied. Coulibaly wants to improve a key area […]

One could say that Utah football is going through “Murphy’s Law.” Not only did the Utes’ 27-19 upset loss to Arizona State drop them out of the AP Top 25, but quarterback Cam Rising got hurt again. Head coach Kyle Whittingham said Rising is out “indefinitely” and true freshman Isaac Wilson will start “until further […]

The Washington Wizards didn’t draft Alex Sarr No. 2 overall for his three-point shooting, but he’s been hot from deep so far this preseason. The French international is 7-for-12 from long range through three games, making at least two in each contest. However, Wizards coach Brian Keefe wants Sarr to focus on what’s most important. […]

With a New York Jets Week 6 game scheduled against the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football, the nation will watch interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich in his new role for the first time since Robert Saleh’s firing. Ahead of the Bills-Jets game, we’ll be making our Jets Week 6 predictions. The Jets are the […]

The bye week came at the perfect time for the Los Angeles Chargers. Although they’re coming off of a 17-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs, quarterback Justin Herbert is now off the injury report. The time off helped Herbert’s right ankle heal after hobbling him for weeks, via ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. Herbert confirmed that […]

Although former Ohio State quarterback Kirk Herbstreit is a staunch supporter of his alma mater, he may have to rethink some things. Oregon used a unique way to influence the ESPN College GameDay analyst’s allegiance that involved “the man’s best friend.” Oregon’s mascot “The Duck” sent gifts to Herbstreit’s dog Benny, via Herbstreit’s social media. […]

The Indianapolis Colts are regaining a major reinforcement as they prepare to visit the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. Starting quarterback Anthony Richardson is progressing well after injuring his oblique in the Colts’ Week 4 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Indianapolis head coach Shane Steichen said that the Florida alum has made strides this week, via […]

College football fans are in for a treat this weekend, as No. 1 Texas football clashes with No. 18 Oklahoma at the Cotton Bowl on Saturday in the latest edition of the Red River Rivalry. While the 4-1 Sooners shouldn’t be slept on, they’ll have their hands full with star quarterback Quinn Ewers returning for […]

The New York Yankees beat the Kansas City Royals 3-2 in a crucial Game 3 ALDS victory on Wednesday night. Designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton carried the team offensively, producing three of its four hits, including a homer, two RBI, and a stolen base. Stanton now has one request for his team, via MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch. […]

While it may seem like ancient history now for Washington Wizards fans, it was just a few years ago when John Wall and Bradley Beal were a dynamic duo in the nation’s capital. Washington drafted Beal third overall in 2012, and the Florida alum went on to make the NBA All-Rookie First Team (2013), All-NBA […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ injuries have piled up, which could prove fatal to its championship hopes. The club is hurting on both sides of the ball ahead of its road tilt with the San Diego Padres in Game 4 of the NLDS on Wednesday night. The Dodgers will start relief pitcher Ryan Brasier against the […]

The New York Jets have resembled a soap opera since they fired head coach Robert Saleh on Tuesday. Many people have sounded off about it, but Jets tight end Tyler Conklin made one of the more poignant comments about the situation on Wednesday. Conklin claims Aaron Rodgers had nothing to do with the firing, via […]

While New York Jets fans have been emotionally pained for decades, Aaron Rodgers has been through physical trauma since joining the team last year. The 40-year-old’s latest injury against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday was particularly difficult. Rodgers injured his foot on a sack, reminding him of his catastrophic Achilles injury last season, via ESPN’s […]

With a New England Patriots Week 6 game scheduled against the Houston Texans, all eyes will be on rookie quarterback Drake Maye making his first NFL start. Ahead of the Patriots-Texans game, we’ll be making our Drake Maye Week 6 predictions. The Patriots hit the reset button this past offseason after legendary head coach/general manager […]

The Cincinnati Bengals have failed Joe Burrow to near-unprecedented levels this season. Despite an MVP-caliber campaign by the signal-caller this far, the Bengals have fallen to 1-4 and could fall out of playoff contention. Burrow has been dialed in this year, completing 72.3% of his passes for 1,370 yards with 12 touchdowns and two picks. […]

Not only did the New Orleans Saints lose the game against the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football, but they also lost their starting quarterback. Derek Carr got hurt near the end of the contest, interrupting a quality season for the veteran. The former Las Vegas Raider is out for the next few weeks, […]

The New England Patriots brought in Jacoby Brissett to be the bridge quarterback until 2024 third-overall pick Drake Maye was ready to start. It didn’t take long for that day to come, though. The Patriots are starting Maye after just five weeks, via NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. “The future is now in New England: Sources […]

Washington Wizards guard Malcolm Brogdon is not only a seasoned locker room presence on a young team, but he’s still a plus rotational player. However, the former Milwaukee Buck will now miss time. Brogdon had thumb surgery on Tuesday, via the team’s social media. “Injury Update: Malcolm Brogdon underwent a surgical procedure today to repair […]