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The New Orleans Saints are beset by injuries, particularly to their wide receivers. Most notably, Chris Olave is out for Week 10 because of the concussion he sustained last week, his second of the season and third over the past year. Wide receivers Rashid Shaheed and Bub Means are already on injured reserve. Cedrick Wilson […]

While the San Francisco 49ers are likely to welcome running back Christian McCaffrey’s return in Week 10, they could be without many of their other top players against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, per NFL insider Tom Pelissero. WR Chris Conley (hamstring), DL Kevin Givens (groin), CB Charvarius Ward (personal) and DL Yetur Gross-Matos (knee) are […]

The New England Patriots, who traded away pass-rusher Josh Uche ahead of the NFL trade deadline, bolstered their defensive front by claiming EDGE Yannick Ngakoue off of waivers after his release from the Baltimore Ravens, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The 29-year-old veteran is now joining his sixth team since the 2020 season. In his […]

To welcome back, even if not everyone misses him, in his first game back against the Golden State Warriors, the team is honoring Dallas Mavericks small forward Klay Thompson by giving away a captain’s hat to all 18,064 fans at the Chase Center on Tuesday, November 12, per NBA insider Marc Stein. The Warriors are […]

The Washington Commanders, who made one of the biggest NFL trade deadline acquisitions by trading for cornerback Marshon Lattimore, are in a difficult situation with kicker Austin Seibert on the injury report with a right-hip injury. Seibert did not practice on Wednesday and was limited on Thursday. He will likely be questionable or a game-time […]

Player comparisons in NFL draft evaluations are usually oversimplified, especially at quarterback positions. Every quarterback who can run is compared to Lamar Jackson. Every quarterback with a big arm is the next Josh Allen. In any case, player comps aren’t going anywhere, and they’ve already started in this year’s batch of 2025 NFL Draft scouting […]

The 2024 NFL trade deadline came and went, and the Green Bay Packers traded away EDGE Preston Smith and acquired no players. For the 6-3 Packers, who are in the middle of a highly competitive NFC North, why then didn’t Green Bay make a move to bolster their roster to ensure a playoff push? General […]

Los Angeles Lakers megastar LeBron James has always been more than a basketball player. He’s more than a businessman; he’s a business, man. James’ SpringHill Company, an entertainment and production company responsible for producing movies like Hustle, Space Jam: A New Legacy and the Netflix docuseries Starting 5, is in merger talks with a British […]

After getting their deal in at the last minute ahead of Tuesday’s 4 p.m. eastern NFL trade deadline to secure Khalil Davis from the Houston Texans in exchange for a 2026 seventh-round pick, the San Francisco 49ers waived linebacker Jalen Graham, per SF Standard’s David Lombardi. A 2023 seventh-round selection, Graham spent all of his […]

After being a healthy scratch in Week 9 against the Las Vegas Raiders, alarm bells are ringing about Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Jermaine Burton. The rookie pass-catcher missed Saturday’s walkthrough. An unconfirmed picture of Burton gambling at a casino in Vegas may be a reason for the disciplinary action from the Bengals. Teammate Ja’Marr Chase […]

Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey made his mark on NBA record books on Monday night against the Brooklyn Nets. The rookie big man and ninth-overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft posted an unprecedented stat line with 25 points, 12 rebounds, four blocks on 9-of-10 field goals and 1-for-1 from three-point range. He became the first-ever […]

A four-star Texas football recruit, Zelus Hicks, ranked as the No. 1 safety in 2026 by ESPN, will reclassify into the Longhorns’ 2025 recruiting class. This move allows him to enroll in the University of Texas and join the Longhorns’ team next year, per ESPN’s Eli Lederman. “I’ve been debating this decision since my sophomore […]

Although the Indianapolis Colts benched second-year quarterback Anthony Richardson after his flop Week 8 performance against the Houston Texans, that doesn’t mean he was available ahead of the trade deadline. The Colts are using Joe Flacco as their starter and despite receiving calls from multiple teams on the status of their 22-year-old signal-caller, Indianapolis made […]

The San Francisco 49ers finally have running back Christian McCaffrey back on the practice field after missing the season’s first eight games. Coming off their Week 9 bye, San Francisco is back to prepare for their Week 10 opponent, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Offensive tackle Trent Williams said it felt amazing to see McCaffrey return […]

After making waves, good or bad, for trading for wide receiver Jonathan Mingo with the Carolina Panthers, the Dallas Cowboys are clearing house by releasing cornerback Andrew Booth, per NFL insider Ari Meirov. The 2022 second-round pick began his career with the Minnesota Vikings. He joined Dallas in August via trade for Nahshon Wright. After […]

The Dallas Mavericks, who’ve already been dealing with injuries, won’t have center Dereck Lively II available against the Indiana Pacers due to a shoulder sprain injury, per beat reporter Joey Mistretta. The 20-year-old big man continues to be a critical part of the rotation behind Daniel Gafford. Lively is averaging 23 minutes per game to […]

The Cooper Flagg era has officially begun with Duke basketball. The 2025 NBA Draft’s top prospect started things right against Maine basketball with an emphatic dunk that had Cameron Indoor Stadium rocking. COOPER FLAGG THROWS IT DOWN WITH AUTHORITY 😱pic.twitter.com/ghsHYZgFbw — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) November 5, 2024 Fans took to social media to revel in Flagg’s […]

When speaking to Los Angeles Dodgers fans, the always-candid Kike Hernandez, known for wearing his emotions on his sleeve, asked for everyone’s help in getting re-signed to the club now that he is officially an unrestricted free agent, per Medium’s Matthew Moreno. It may or may not help that some fans were chanting, “take it […]

After serving his two-game PED suspension, the Detroit Lions will have speedster wide receiver Jameson Williams back on the field in Week 10 as he’s been reinstated, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Williams was suspended for two games for violating the NFL’s Performance-Enhancing Substances (PES) policy, per ESPN’s Eric Woodyard. The 23-year-old wideout released a […]

The NFL trade deadline is at 4 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday, November 5. Between now and then, wide receivers and edge pass-rushers are believed to be the premier positions dealt, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero, who spoke on the Rich Eisen Show about specific players he’s been hearing about. Pelissero added a lot of context around these […]

It was a memorable postseason for designated hitter David Fry after his game-winning two-run home run sealed Game 3 of the ALCS for the Cleveland Guardians over the New York Yankees. The rest of the series didn’t go their way, but that walk-off was special. Unfortunately, Fry will be unavailable for a big chunk of […]

NBA superstar Jayson Tatum, already an early favorite for MVP, may bleed Boston Celtics’ green and gold after spending eight seasons with the club, but every player grows up with a favorite player and team. While on the Club 520 Podcast with Jeff Teague, Tatum recalled how he grew up being a Kobe Bryant fan […]

With NFL head coaches increasingly at risk of losing their jobs, especially after the New Orleans Saints fired Dennis Allen, other franchises may find the courage to move in a new direction. One example of an at-risk candidate could be Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy. With America’s Team near the bottom of the NFC […]

Despite an underwhelming home performance against a division rival, the Green Bay Packers aren’t taking their strengths or self-belief for granted. After a 24-14 loss to the Detroit Lions, anchored by a record-breaking performance by Jared Goff, Jordan Love did not waver in complimenting his team, per ESPN’s Rob Demovsky. “We are still a really […]

Few expected the Denver Broncos to win against the Baltimore Ravens, but a 31-point blowout wasn’t on many people’s radars either. After such a thorough thrashing that saw the Broncos lose 41-10, head coach Sean Payton wants his team to “embrace the misery a little bit,” per The Athletic’s Nick Kosmider. Payton added the coaching […]

The Philadelphia Eagles, who have successfully tweaked their offense since their Week 5 bye, will not have their star receiver back on the field in Week 9 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. After leaving the game, AJ Brown has been downgraded to out and will not return with a knee injury, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Brown […]

A home is more than a house or apartment, more than a living space; it’s a person’s sanctuary, the original safe space. That’s why it’s devastating to hear Milwaukee Bucks star Bobby Portis, a member of the team’s 2021 championship squad, asking for help after his home was burglarized and “many prized possessions” were stolen. […]

The New England Patriots lost a nailbiter against the Tennessee Titans in Week 9, 20-17. Rookie quarterback Drake Maye performed inconsistently with highs and lows, but the Patriots’ run game let down the offense. Running back Rhamondre Stevenson rushed for just 16 yards and a score on 10 carries. Head coach Jerod Mayo said after […]

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott made an early exit and did not return in Week 9 against the Atlanta Falcons after sustaining a hamstring injury late in the third quarter. Oddly enough, it appeared he sustained the injury making a pass, which is an unusual way to injure a hamstring. After the game, Cowboys owner/general […]

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave suffered a serious concussion injury after taking a big hit over the middle of the field against the Carolina Panthers. He remained motionless on the field and was eventually carted off to be more closely examined at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. Shortly after he was taken off, […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid hasn’t yet stepped foot on a basketball court to play this season, but he put his hands on a local columnist, Marcus Hayes, from the Philadelphia Inquirer. In response to the altercation, an NBA fan on social media posted a meme of Matt Barnes infamous quote, “Violence is never the […]

The Kansas City Royals, who need to make big moves after a frustrating ALDS finish this past season, secured a big piece of their starting rotation after agreeing to a three-year, $51 million contract with RHP Michael Wacha, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The deal will earn Wacha $18 million in 2025 and 2026 and $14 […]

After already wheeling and dealing to acquire wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins and EDGE Joshua Uche, rumors are circulating that the Kansas City Chiefs are interested in yet another deal ahead of the NFL trade deadline, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. “The Saints have gotten calls about Marshon Lattimore, according to league sources. One of the potential […]

Running back Ezekiel Elliott, who has not seen more than 10 carries in any game this year, did not travel with the Dallas Cowboys for disciplinary reasons ahead of their Week 9 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, per ESPN’s Todd Archer. The Cowboys have once again elevated Dalvin Cook from the practice squad. They gave […]

In recent months, the Toronto Raptors have been showing their appreciation for their former superstar, Vince Carter. In October, Carter was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. The Raptors announced the decision to retire Carter’s jersey. Most recently, the Raptors unveiled a huge mural titled “Air Canada” in Toronto just outside Scotiabank Arena to celebrate […]

The New York Giants, who are enduring a bit of a quarterback controversy, are now on their third starting kicker after placing Greg Joseph on injured reserve, per NFL insider Tom Pelissero. Jude McAtamney will assume kicking duties in Week 9. Graham Gano, the Giants’ kicker to start the season, hasn’t played since Week 2 […]

Florida football quarterback DJ Lagway was carted off in the second quarter of the Gators’ game against their rival Georgia Bulldogs, per On3’s Nick Schultz. After the play, a designed run he took for three yards, Lagway reached for his left hamstring. The entire Florida football team came out to the field in a show […]

Although the New Orleans Saints will have quarterback Derek Carr back in Week 9 against the Carolina Panthers, the team will be without running back Kendre Miller and wide receiver Bub Means, who were both placed on injured reserve, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The Saints will also not have CB Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) and CB […]

No. 4 Ohio State football worked hard to secure a 20-13 road win against No. 3 Penn State football. Despite losing the turnover battle and quickly falling behind 10-0, the Buckeyes took a 14-10 lead in the second quarter and held on. After the game, Ohio State quarterback Will Howard shared his relief and gratitude […]