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Historically, NFL teams have rarely shied away from developing players with slight character concerns. By that token, the Indianapolis Colts recently made headlines for drafting Texas wideout Adonai Mitchell, who has been called “un-coachable” by anonymous sources. Ballard spoke further about the 6-foot-4, 196-pound target on Tuesday, via The Pat McAfee Show. “We do our […]

After standout signal-caller Drake Maye departed to the NFL this spring, North Carolina football had a predicament at the position. At first, it seemed that the Tar Heels would hold a competition between Texas A&M transfer Max Johnson and last season’s backup Connor Harrell. However, the program is bringing back an old friend to join […]

Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum may have had a bone to pick after Miami Heat forward Caleb Martin’s controversial foul on him at the end of Game 1 of this Eastern Conference Quarterfinals tilt. The five-time All-Star may have taken it personally, despite his previous claim that Martin’s foul was just “playoff basketball.” Tatum put […]

One would think that Phoenix Mercury guard Diana Taurasi has earned the benefit of the doubt when it comes to WNBA takes. However, not all fans were pleased with her comments regarding the Indiana Fever’s No. 1 draft pick Caitlin Clark. Taurasi defended herself on Monday, saying that she didn’t mean anything bad by it, […]

Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal probably didn’t envision getting swept in the first round of the playoffs when he made the pilgrimage out west, but life is full of unexpected turns. The former Wizard was visibly frustrated after Phoenix fell 122-116 Sunday night, so much so that he slapped head coach Frank Vogel’s hand away […]

Colorado football was the talk of the NCAA world last season, as new coach Deion “Prime Time” Sanders revitalized the program with an influx of transfers, prospects, and swagger. Of course, his son Shedeur took center stage, dazzling with his passing skills at quarterback. With the 2024 NFL Draft in the rearview mirror, Vegas wasted […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has made it known for a while now that his days are numbered in the NBA. However, the latest word around the rumor mill is that the 39-year-old may be leaving Los Angeles right away. There’s a chance that Monday’s Lakers-Nuggets contest could be James’ last with the Lake […]

The Dallas Mavericks fell at home to the Los Angeles Clippers 116-111 Sunday afternoon, despite coming back from a mammoth 31-point deficit. It certainly wasn’t Kyrie Irving’s fault, as the star guard scored 40 points on 56% shooting to go with seven rebounds and five assists. Two Maverick players that weren’t quite up to par, […]

The New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 97-92 on Sunday afternoon, due in no small part to OG Anunoby’s performance. The 2023 NBA steals leader put together a 16-point, 14-rebound, three-block performance across 47 minutes to help lift the Knicks to a 3-1 series lead. Anunoby typically doesn’t get too high or low, as […]

Philadelphia 76ers superstar Joel Embiid didn’t buy himself any points amongst fans for his performance at the end of the 97-92 loss to the New York Knicks on Sunday. While the 2023 MVP finished with 27 points, 10 rebounds, six assists, and three steals, his late-game gaffe may unfortunately be the most-remembered part of his […]

USC football continues to gear up for its inaugural season in the Big Ten conference. Just days after the Trojans landed top-shelf defensive back Greedy Vance Jr. from Florida State, the program now adds to their skill-position group. Former Auburn wide receiver Jay Fair committed to USC on Sunday, just two days after his campus […]

New York Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau isn’t letting up on the officials heading into to Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals on Saturday afternoon. A couple of days after Thibodeau refused to defend the referees for not ejecting Joel Embiid after his flagrant foul in Game 3, the frustrated coach took a more aggressive […]

It was always going to be hard for the eighth-seeded New Orleans Pelicans to upset the first-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the playoffs. However, the task became nearly impossible once New Orleans suffered significant injuries, and Oklahoma City stayed healthy. Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram confessed to not being fully healthy after […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers (18-11) are off to a hot start, as they currently hold a four-game lead for first place in the NL West. However, as Los Angeles is stacking wins, it’s also stacking pitchers on the injured list. The club made a series of roster moves Saturday due to a major injury, via […]

The New York Jets may have just made their most important Day 3 pick in years. After two days of replenishing the offense with high-upside prospects, New York may have just landed their quarterback of the future. The Jets picked Florida State signal-caller Jordan Travis in the fifth round at 171st overall, via ESPN’s Rich […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are rapidly going from championship contenders to a potential first-round exit for the second straight season. Shortly after announcing that star guard Damian Lillard may miss Game 4, some disturbing news came about Giannis Antetokounmpo. Coach Doc Rivers announced that the two-time MVP isn’t likely to play the next contest either as […]

The Boston Red Sox (14-13) are treading water at third place in the AL East as they heal up from the injury. Starting pitcher Nick Pivetta looks to be one of their players returning soon, which could boost their already-blossoming rotation. The right-hander threw live batting practice for the first time since straining his right […]

The Dallas Cowboys have had an ambiguous running back situation ever since Tony Pollard departed to the Tennessee Titans in free agency. However, Dallas fans may be happy to hear about a certain club legend possibly returning to help fill that void. Ezekiel Elliott has been rumored to be coming back to the Cowboys for […]

Theoretically, UConn basketball coach Dan Hurley should have nothing to stress about. UConn is coming off of back-to-back titles after defeating Purdue 75-60 in the National Championship on April 8th. Yet, the decorated coach still looks “down bad,” as the kids say. Hurley posted a funny photo Friday to describe his feelings on the transfer […]

The NFL Draft is usually full of wholesome family moments, like hugs, kisses, and congratulatory wishes. However, New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye was subjected to a different type of treatment Thursday night. After being selected third overall, Maye watched a video that his brothers made for him. To his surprise Cole, Luke, and Beau […]

The Denver Nuggets have cracked the code for beating the Los Angeles Lakers. The club completed its 11th straight victory over the Purple and Gold Thursday night, giving LeBron James and company a 3-0 playoff deficit for the second consecutive year. The 112-105 victory at Crypto.com Arena inspired a bold quote from Denver forward Michael […]

While the Los Angeles Dodgers (14-11) are sitting in first place in the NL East, the club almost has as many injured players as wins. Two of those players are relief pitcher Blake Treinen and outfielder Jason Heyward, who each would strengthen the team significantly if they were healthy. Club manager Dave Roberts offered updates […]

With the NFL Draft beginning on Thursday, teams will be doing last-minute preparations right up until the Chicago Bears are on the clock with the first pick. They may be surprised to learn that retired quarterback Philip Rivers recently beat prominent prospects Drake Maye and Bo Nix in a throwing competition. Maye fessed up to […]

The New York Knicks were “down bad” as the kids say nowadays. The team found itself down five with 45 seconds left against the Philadelphia 76ers Monday night, until center Isaiah Hartenstein made a crucial offensive rebound and block that completely changed the complexion of the contest. Hartenstein’s heroics even inspired an enthusiastic tweet from […]

New York Knicks guard Donte DiVincenzo continues to wildly surpass preseason expectations, as the sharpshooter delivered a signature moment at the end of his team’s 104-101 win over the Philadelphia 76ers. The Villanova alum drained a go-ahead three-pointer with 13 seconds left, giving the Knicks a 102-101 lead that they’d never relinquish. DiVincenzo sounded off […]

Yankees manager Aaron Boone is known for getting tossed from ballgames, but the way it happened at the start of New York’s 2-0 loss to the Oakland Athletics on Monday was unusual. The ejection occurred just five pitches into the contest, and Boone’s entire exchange with home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt was caught on the […]

Michigan football hasn’t missed a beat thus far in the Sherrone Moore era. Shortly after the Wolverines completed their annual spring game, the new coach landed his first-ever recruit. Four-star defensive lineman Nate Marshall committed to Michigan Tuesday, joining its 2025 class, via On3’s Hayes Fawcett. The Oak Park, Illinois native chose the Wolverines over […]

With the NFL Draft fast approaching, the New York Jets are tasked with one mission: support Aaron Rodgers. It’s no secret that the 40-year-old signal-caller is the organization’s lifeline, it’s one and only shot to hoist the Lombardi Trophy anytime soon. After whiffing on the Zach Wilson pick, general manager Joe Douglas bought himself more […]

With the Boston Celtics finishing as the league’s best team in the regular season (64-18), it was hardly a surprise that they beat the eighth-seeded Miami Heat in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals on Sunday. However, there was a certain play at the end of the game that caused an audible gasp from […]

The New York Mets (12-8) are riding high after an initial rough start, winning their last six games after dropping their first five. However, catcher Francisco Alvarez won’t be around to help continue the momentum for the next couple months. Alvarez announced on Sunday that he’s having left thumb surgery Tuesday and will be out […]

The New York Yankees (14-7) have gotten off to one of the hottest starts in the league after missing the playoffs last season. Surprisingly, though, their five-time All-Star Aaron Judge has been lagging behind. The team captain has struggled mightily, slashing .179/.323/.359 with three homers and 11 RBI. The star outfielder sounded off on Yankee […]

Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic appears to be just as prolific off the court as he is on it. Jokic is known for being low-maintenance, preferring to spend time with his horses and family back in Serbia rather than participating in any crazy nightlife. However, it looks like “The Joker” has added acting to his long […]

The New York Mets have recently turned things around after a rough start to the season. Carlos Mendoza’s club is 11-8 after starting off 0-5. The Mets have hit a slight bump in the road, though, as they placed catcher Francisco Alvarez on the 10-day IL Saturday with a sprained thumb. The club promoted Tomas […]

It’s no secret that Michigan basketball was in need of a factory reset after a disastrous 2023-24 campaign (8-24, 3-17), its worst in 107 years. The Wolverines replaced coach Juwan Howard with former FAU boss Dustin May, and their roster will undoubtedly be overhauled as well. Michigan fans finally got exciting news Friday, as the […]

When it comes to USC football quarterbacks, superstar prospect Caleb Williams has been the talk of the football world recently. However, with Williams’ imminent departure to the NFL, redshirt junior Miller Moss has a chance to take the Trojans’ starting job and run with it. Moss spoke about head coach Lincoln Riley’s message to him […]

The Buffalo Bills have undergone quite the overhaul since they got bounced by the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Divisional round of the playoffs. Many players have departed, including star wideout Stefon Diggs, and now Buffalo may be changing ownership as well. Owner Terry Pegula is selling a percentage of the organization with the […]

Seattle Storm guard Nika Muhl has been one of the most hyped WNBA prospects in this year’s draft class, and for good reason. The Croatian international holds UConn’s career assist record (686) and was a two-time Big East Defensive Player of the Year before being selected by the Storm 14th overall Monday night. Storm and […]

The Los Angeles Lakers scraped by the New Orleans Pelicans Tuesday night in the NBA Play-In Tournament, securing a 110-106 victory to book a first-round playoff date with the Denver Nuggets. All-Stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis led the team to victory as per usual, but there was a certain unsung hero who came off […]

Anyone who knows baseball history knows that legendary St. Louis Cardinals manager Whitey Herzog was one of the best to ever do it. The National Baseball Hall of Famer was one of the most innovative minds in the sport, even popularizing a tactic called “Whiteyball” during his time in St. Louis. Unfortunately, Herzog’s family announced […]