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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 […]

The Miami Dolphins pulled off a stunning upset in Week 10, beating the Buffalo Bills 30-13. The Dolphins were 8.5-point underdogs at home against their AFC East rival. Miami improved to 3-7 on the season with the win. Former NFL head coach Jon Gruden was impressed by the Dolphins’ victory. Despite Miami’s early season struggles, […]

Subscribers were stunned when YouTube TV pulled Disney content from the platform on October 30. NFL fans lost access to Monday Night Football as ESPN went dark on Youtube TV. The blackout began when the two sides were unable to agree on a new licensing deal. And football fans were left in the dark as […]

The Seattle Seahawks will face the Los Angeles Rams in a pivotal NFC West clash on Sunday. Seattle improved to 7-2 in Sam Darnold’s debut season with a dominant win over the Arizona Cardinals in Week 10. Now the veteran quarterback is preparing to take on the team that bounced him from the playoffs last […]

The New York Jets began the season with seven straight losses before running amok in the state of Ohio. New York beat the Cincinnati Bengals and the Cleveland Browns, winning back-to-back games for the first time since September 2024. But the Jets’ hot streak came to an end on Thursday Night Football in Week 11. […]

While the New York Mets fell short of the playoffs in a disappointing year, Edwin Diaz had yet another stellar campaign. Diaz returned to form in 2025, dominating as New York’s closer. The three-time All-Star bounced back after a down year with an elite season for the Mets. On Thursday, Diaz was rewarded for his […]

After helping the Los Angeles Dodgers win back-to-back World Series titles, Shohei Ohtani won his third straight MVP Award. It’s the fourth time in five years he’s taken home Most Valuable Player honors. The two-way star now has two NL MVPs to go with his two AL awards. Ohtani also joined Barry Bonds as the […]

The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for a must-win matchup against the Denver Broncos on Sunday. Kansas City fell to 5-4 with Week 9’s loss to the Buffalo Bills. Now the Chiefs face a huge divisional showdown after their bye week. While Patrick Mahomes and company have improved following early season struggles, Kansas City’s offense […]

The New York Giants announced that Jameis Winston would start in Week 11 with Jaxson Dart sidelined. The Giants will go with Winston over Russell Wilson against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. The 10-time Pro Bowler struggled in three starts earlier this season before being replaced by Dart. Wilson was asked if he hopes […]

The Kansas City Royals are coming off a disappointing season. After reaching the playoffs for the first time in eight years in 2024, the Royals fell short in 2025. Kansas City finished the campaign just above .500 and five games out of a Wild Card Berth at 82-80. Despite the team’s down year, Bobby Witt […]

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal won his second straight Cy Young Award with another stellar season in 2025. The 28-year-old lefty beat out Boston Red Sox star Garrett Crochet and Houston Astros hurler Hunter Brown for the honor. Skubal is the first AL pitcher since Pedro Martinez in 1999 and 2000 to win the award […]

Change is in the air in East Rutherford. The New York Giants fell to 2-8 with last Sunday’s collapse against the Chicago Bears. It’s the third straight season New York has started 2-8. After the latest crushing defeat, the Giants fired Brian Daboll. Offensive coordinator Mike Kafka will take the reins in New York as […]

The Philadelphia Eagles topped the Green Bay Packers on Monday Night Football in Week 10. Philadelphia has now won three straight games after a two-week skid in October. Despite Monday’s ugly offensive effort, the Eagles are suddenly 7-2 and boast a commanding division lead. Both teams struggled on offense Monday. But Jalen Hurts did just […]

The Green Bay Packers fell to the Philadelphia Eagles 10-7 on Monday Night Football in Week 10. Green Bay lost its second straight game, dropping to 5-3-1 on the season. The team has scored just 20 points over the last two weeks as Matt LaFleur’s seat heats up. Both offenses struggled on Monday night, resulting […]

The Philadelphia Eagles edged out the Green Bay Packers in a defensive duel on Monday Night Football. Packers fans are calling for Matt LaFleur’s job after the team came up short on its final drive and fell to 5-3-1 on the season. If the Packers had been able to score on their final possession, Nick […]

The Philadelphia Eagles hung on for a 10-7 win over the Green Bay Packers on Monday Night Football in Week 10. Both teams struggled to move the ball, producing the first scoreless MNF first half since 2009. Philadelphia got on the board with a third-quarter field goal and held a three-point lead late. After recovering […]

The Green Bay Packers battled the Philadelphia Eagles in a defensive duel on Monday Night Football in Week 10. The NFC heavyweights took a 0-0 tie into halftime. It marked the first scoreless MNF first half in 16 years. Prior to kickoff, the Packers held a moment of silence for Marshawn Kneeland. The former Dallas […]

The Atlanta Braves finished fourth in the NL East with a 79-86 record, snapping a string of seven straight playoff appearances. Brian Snitker stepped down as manager following the disappointing campaign, as the Braves look to rebound with Walt Weiss at the helm. Atlanta gave fans little to cheer about in 2025. However, the team […]

It’s been a bleak season for North Carolina Football. The buzz around Bill Belichick’s college debut faded quickly as the Tar Heels got off to a 2-5 start. North Carolina’s season was derailed by a four-game losing streak. It got so bad that Belichick had to deny rumors suggesting he was seeking an early exit […]