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The New England Patriots continued rolling with a Week 11 win over the New York Jets. The Patriots have won eight straight games and are tied with the Denver Broncos for the best record in the NFL at 9-2. New England will attempt to extend its winning streak on Sunday when the team heads to […]

The Dallas Cowboys improved to 4-5-1 with a dominant win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday Night Football in Week 11. The Cowboys’ much-maligned defense received reinforcements for the Monday night matchup and the unit produced its best game of the season, sacking Geno Smith four times and holding the Raiders to 236 total […]

The Seattle Seahawks are dealing with several key injuries ahead of their Week 12 matchup against the Tennessee Titans. WR Tory Horton is out while LB Ernest Jones IV, LG Grey Zabel and RB Kenneth Walker III are questionable for Sunday’s game. Walker landed on the injury report Friday with a glute strain. It was […]

The San Francisco 49ers dropped a bombshell on Friday when the team announced it was voiding Brandon Aiyuk’s 2026 guaranteed money. The surprise move came amid reports that the organization had grown frustrated with Aiyuk’s absence from the team. The 49ers believes the veteran receiver failed to live up to contractual obligations by missing meetings […]

The Buffalo Bills fell to 7-4 on the season after Thursday night’s loss to the Houston Texans. Buffalo’s offensive line was overwhelmed by the Texans’ relentless pass rush, as Josh Allen was sacked eight times and pressured constantly. Despite Houston’s dominant performance, Buffalo nearly pulled off a comeback with a long drive late in the […]

The Detroit Lions’ fourth-ranked scoring offense, which averages over 29 points per game, was stymied by the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 11. Detroit was limited to just two scoring drives in the 16-9 loss. Jared Goff did manage to hit Jameson Williams on a crossing route in the second quarter. The speedy wideout burned the […]

There’s no way Grayson Rodriguez could know it at the time but an innocuous start in July 2024 would be his last for the Baltimore Orioles. Rodriguez would be a late injury scratch the following week. And then he’d sit out the rest of his sophomore season and the entire 2025 campaign with a string […]

The Texas Rangers struggled with injuries and inconsistency in 2025 as the team failed to reach the playoffs for the second straight year. The Rangers moved on from Bruce Bochy after an 81-81 finish, hiring senior advisor Skip Schumaker as the new manager. The Rangers’ front office is also slashing payroll this offseason. The cuts […]

It was a memorable postseason for former Nippon Professional Baseball pitchers. Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Shohei Ohtani and Roki Sasaki helped the Los Angeles Dodgers win a championship. And Yamamoto was named World Series MVP. All three made the transition from pro ball in Japan, finding success in the majors. Now Tatsuya Imai will attempt to follow […]

The Philadelphia Phillies won their second straight NL East crown before losing in the Division Series for the second year in a row. Despite finishing the 2025 campaign with the second-best record in baseball, the Phillies face fallout following another early playoff exit. Philadelphia has some big decisions to make this offseason. NL MVP runner-up […]

At 7-4 the San Francisco 49ers remain in the division race despite playing in the highly competitive NFC West. The team appeared poised for a postseason push with injury returns providing an infusion of talent for the stretch run. However, San Francisco’s offense is unlikely to get a boost from the return of Brandon Aiyuk. […]

The New York Mets reached the NLCS in 2024 before losing to the eventual champion Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2. New York expected to once again contend for a title in 2025 after signing Juan Soto in free agency. But the Mets missed the playoffs in a disappointing season. Now New York faces several key roster […]

Most NFL fans knew the Houston Texans have a strong defense. But most didn’t realize exactly how strong. In fact, even the Buffalo Bills did not seem prepared for what they experienced in Houston on Thursday Night Football. The Texans terrorized Josh Allen. The reigning MVP was sacked eight times. He was hit 12 times. […]

The Buffalo Bills ran into a buzzsaw in Week 12. Just days after Josh Allen accounted for six touchdowns against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Houston Texans’ suffocating defense held him out of the end zone. The Texans relentlessly pursued Allen, sacking him eight times for 70 yards. Houston improved to 6-5 on the season with […]

The injury-riddled San Francisco 49ers remain in striking distance of the division lead after defeating the Arizona Cardinals in Week 11. Brock Purdy made his triumphant return to the team, seeing his first game action since Week 4. The fourth-year QB tossed three touchdowns and led San Francisco to a 41-22 win. Mac Jones filled […]

The Philadelphia Eagles improved to 8-2 with a win over the Detroit Lions in Week 11. Philadelphia has won four straight games, taking a commanding lead in the NFC East. The Eagles are tied for the best record in the conference and primed for a deep playoff run. But despite an outwardly successful season, problems […]

The Minnesota Vikings’ offense has struggled in J.J. McCarthy’s first year as the team’s starter. While the Vikings’ passing game was an asset with Sam Darnold under center last season, it’s become a liability with McCarthy at the helm. McCarthy admitted the adjustment has been difficult. And his inaccuracy has increasingly frustrated teammates. Former NFL […]

It’s been a strange season for AJ Brown. The Pro Bowl wideout’s visibility is at an all-time high as he’s the subject of daily media reports cataloging his every gripe. But on the field, Brown has essentially become invisible in a Philadelphia Eagles offense that’s shown little interest in getting him the ball. Win or […]

Rookie running back Cam Skattebo burst onto the scene in 2025, taking over as the New York Giants’ lead rusher. He quickly became a fan favorite thanks to his hard-nosed running style and wild celebrations. Sadly, Skatttebo dislocated his ankle in Week 8, ending his season. But while fans will have to wait until 2026 […]

The Atlanta Falcons lost their fifth straight game last Sunday, falling to 3-7 on the season with a 30-27 overtime loss to the Carolina Panthers. It was Atlanta’s second straight overtime defeat. And adding injury to insult, Michael Penix Jr. suffered a partial tear of his ACL in Week 11, ending his season. With the […]

The Minnesota Vikings fell to 4-6 on the season with Week 11’s loss to the Chicago Bears. Minnesota has dropped four of its last five games and the team is 1-2 since J.J. McCarthy returned from a high ankle sprain in Week 9. There’s growing concern around McCarthy’s performance in his first season as a […]

The New York Jets fell to 2-8 on the season after an embarrassing Thursday Night Football loss to the New England Patriots in Week 11. Justin Fields’ shortcomings as a quarterback were on full display in the ugly prime-time defeat. And his deficiencies appeared all the more glaring next to Patriots second-year passer Drake Maye. […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers maintained their lead in the AFC North with last Sunday’s 34-12 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Pittsburgh improved to 6-4 on the season but the team faces uncertainty after losing Aaron Rodgers to a wrist injury in the second quarter. The veteran quarterback suffered a fractured left wrist in the closing seconds […]

As a player, Steve Smith Sr. was toughness personified. Smith spent 16 seasons in the NFL and, despite standing 5’9”, he was an absolutely dominant wide receiver. He’s one of just five wideouts to win the receiving triple crown since 1966 – he led all receivers in catches (103), yards (1,563) and touchdowns (12) in […]

The Dallas Cowboys dominated the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday Night Football in Week 11. While Dallas’ offense has shined in 2025 the team’s defense has lagged behind, ranking 31st overall in the league. But the Cowboys received defensive reinforcements on Monday night and the unit looked impressive. Quinnen Williams is the biggest addition to […]

Injuries were a major theme for the Houston Astros in 2025. The team never managed to get back to full health throughout the year as Houston missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016. All-Star second baseman Jose Altuve managed to play 155 games for the Astros in 2025. But the 15th-year veteran played […]

The Dallas Cowboys clicked on both sides of the ball in Week 11, beating the Las Vegas Raiders 33-16 on Monday Night Football. Dak Prescott made Cowboys history with another four-touchdown game. And he looked George Pickens’ way early and often. The fourth-year wideout leads the Cowboys with 58 receptions for 908 yards and seven […]

The Dallas Cowboys came out of their bye firing on all cylinders in a 33-16 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday Night Football. The Cowboys impressed on both sides of the ball in Week 11, improving to 4-5-1 with a prime time rout. Dak Prescott made Cowboys MNF history with four touchdown passes […]

The Dallas Cowboys snapped a two-game skid with a 33-16 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday Night Football. Dak Prescott tied a Cowboys MNF record with four touchdown passes as both CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens scored in Dallas’ Week 11 rout. However, both Lamb and Pickens started the game on the sideline. […]

The Dallas Cowboys dominated the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday Night Football in Week 11. The Cowboys received reinforcements after their bye, looking fresh in a convincing 33-16 victory. Dallas got back in the win column while playing with a heavy heart. Defensive end Marshawn Kneeland died on November 6 after taking his own life. […]

Following a loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Monday Night Football in Week 9, the Dallas Cowboys are back in prime time. Dallas came off its bye to face the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday night. The Cowboys entered Week 11 with a different look. Six players suited up following an injury absence or trade […]

The Chicago Cubs reached the postseason for the first time in five years in 2025, winning their first playoff series since 2017. However, Chicago faces several significant roster questions this offseason. Kyle Tucker’s future with the team is the most pressing concern. However, Shota Imanaga could also move on. Chicago is awaiting Imanaga’s decision after […]

The Philadelphia Phillies’ season came to an abrupt end when the team lost the NLDS on an Orion Kerkering error. Now Philadelphia faces significant lineup changes as the team must decide how to move forward with its aging roster. Kyle Schwarber is the Phillies’ top priority in free agency. The veteran DH finished second in […]

The New York Mets regressed in 2025. After reaching the NLCS the previous season, New York failed to make the playoffs in a disappointing campaign. Now the Mets are confronted with key roster decisions in a pivotal offseason. The biggest question facing the team involves Pete Alonso. The All-Star first baseman spent his entire seven-year career […]

The Los Angeles Rams extended their winning streak to four straight games with a 42-26 victory over the San Francisco 49ers in Week 10. Los Angeles improved to 7-2 with the convincing road win. But Davante Adams’ oblique injury caused concern ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Adams left last week’s game in […]

The Indianapolis Colts improved to 8-2 with a win over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 10. Indianapolis heads into its bye after playing the first-ever NFL game in Berlin. The Colts outlasted the Falcons, winning 31-25 on Jonathan Taylor’s walk-off touchdown in overtime. Camryn Bynum continued his strong debut season with Indianapolis. The former Minnesota […]

A new-look New York Giants team will take the field for Week 11’s matchup against the Green Bay Packers. New York lost its fourth straight game last Sunday, collapsing against the Chicago Bears and falling to 2-8 on the season. The Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll after the contest. New York also announced a […]

The New England Patriots improved to 9-2 with Thursday night’s victory over the New York Jets. New England won its eighth straight game as the team boasts the best record in football. It’s an impressive turnaround after finishing 4-13 last season. Drake Maye heard MVP chants on Thursday as he led New England to a […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are coming off a disappointing loss to the New England Patriots in Week 10. The Bucs fell to 6-3 after losing to New England at home. Tampa Bay hopes to bounce back in Sunday’s matchup against the Buffalo Bills. But first, Baker Mayfield and company must weigh in on Cam Skattebo’s […]