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The Kansas City Chiefs are out for redemption after getting embarrassed by the Philadelphia Eagles in last season’s Super Bowl. The Chiefs got busy in the offseason, acquiring new assets to help them reclaim the throne, including offensive tackle Jaylon Moore, quarterback Gardner Minshew, and cornerback Kristian Fulton, just to name a few. Also among […]

During his heyday, NFL legend Richard Sherman was one of the most feared cornerbacks in the league. He was known for his aggressiveness and tenacity as a key member of the infamous “Legion of Boom” of the Seattle Seahawks. Following his retirement in 2021, Sherman has become busy lending his knowledge as an analyst. Always […]

Are we sure that LeBron James is not a cyborg? As if he is not busy enough with his multitude of extracurricular interests and business ventures, the Los Angeles Lakers superstar has picked up another hobby this offseason: Golf. Truth be told, it is a little surprising that it is only now that James has […]

While he is still far from making it to the Hall of Fame, Detroit Lions rookie Ahmed Hassanein had a Hall of Fame Game to remember. While the Lions lost to the Los Angeles Chargers, 31-7, in the annual friendly affair to kick off the preseason, the 23-year-old defensive end announced himself to the NFL. […]

All-Star forward Anthony Davis will be on a redemption tour as he enters his first full run with the Dallas Mavericks. He only played nine games with the team last season due to a left adductor injury. Davis underwent a procedure to repair a detached retina last month, but he is expected to be fully […]

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Trey Lance did not waste any time making his presence felt in their Hall of Fame Game against the Detroit Lions on Thursday. Lance connected with tight end Will Dissly in the first quarter to open the scoring and set the tone. After getting glued to the bench of the Dallas […]

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic took a big bite out of the Big Apple in his latest visit to hype up his signature sneaker line for Jordan Brand. Doncic made several stops in New York to jumpstart the United States leg of his promotional tour. Doncic got busy with his engagements, including watching the […]

Once again, the annual Hall of Fame Game kicked off the start of the preseason in the NFL, continuing the tradition that started in 1962 in Canton, Ohio. This year, the Detroit Lions and the Los Angeles Chargers battled in the exhibition contest. The Chargers, playing in their fourth Hall of Fame Game, opened up […]

Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin definitely knows his worth. With his desire for a hefty contract extension not going anywhere, McLaurin has requested a trade from the Commanders. McLaurin reported to training camp on Sunday to end his holdout, but did not participate physically due to an ankle injury. It has not been revealed […]

Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson and NBA legend Larry Bird are two of the best shooters in the history of basketball. One could even argue that they have similar playing styles, although Thompson is a better defender and Bird was a better playmaker during his heyday. But no one can deny that both can shoot […]

While most players are already back on the grind for the upcoming season, veteran guard Russell Westbrook has yet to find a new home after choosing free agency, although he has been linked to the Sacramento Kings. After one season with the Denver Nuggets, Westbrook declined his $3.4 million player option last month to test […]

The New York Giants need more fine-tuning in their offense following another day at training camp. New quarterback Russell Wilson is still learning the tendencies of his teammates and the system of coach Brian Daboll. Last year, Wilson spent a largely uneventful one-season stint with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He wants to avoid replicating that with […]

Los Angeles Sparks center Cameron Brink saw her rookie season end prematurely after suffering an ACL injury in just her 15th game. Prior to the setback, Brink was playing solidly, especially on the defensive end, leading the Sparks in blocks. Despite the painful development, Brink held her head high and accepted her journey to recovery. […]

Longtime football coach Jon Gruden hasn’t coached in the NFL since retiring in 2021 following a scandal involving his emails to former Washington Football Team, now Commanders, general manager Bruce Allen. While the issue will forever hound Gruden, he is still keen on returning to the NFL. Now working for Barstool Sports, the 61-year-old Gruden […]

The WNBA witnessed another nail-biting moment after Cecilia Zandalasini hit the game-winning basket to lead the Golden State Valkyries past the Atlanta Dream, 77-75, on Tuesday. Zandalasini scored on an 11-foot jumpshot with 3.2 seconds left to give the Valkyries the upset victory. The Dream still had the chance to steal the win or send […]

For some reason, Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey and legendary swimmer Michael Phelps are both in this story. As the Ravens go deeper into training camp, Humphrey will continue to be a key cog in the team’s defensive schemes. He is coming off another strong campaign, making it to his fourth Pro Bowl. His man-to-man […]

Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis is going through a difficult stretch in his young career after it was recently announced that he will miss the upcoming season due to a shoulder injury. Before the setback, it also seemed that he would lose his starting spot to top overall pick Cam Ward. Levis suffered the injury […]

The last time the Charlotte Hornets won a series in the playoffs, LaMelo Ball was only a year old, while Brandon Miller wasn’t even born yet. The Hornets beat the Orlando Magic in the first round in 2002 before succumbing to the New Jersey Nets in the conference semifinals. Since then, the franchise has only […]

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has himself a new target in the form of wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, who joined the team via free agency this offseason. Jackson has always delighted in connecting with his teammates on the field, and Hopkins will likely benefit from that. With the Ravens deep into training camp, the chemistry […]

An employee of the NFL was left seriously injured after a shooting occurred in New York  City on Monday, according to league commissioner Roger Goodell. ESPN reported that Goodell sent a memo to relay the unfortunate news. The incident happened at a midtown building in Manhattan, which houses the NFL’s offices and several financial companies. […]

Unlike most teams, the Los Angeles Lakers haven’t made huge splashes this offseason. At least not yet. The addition of Deandre Ayton didn’t exactly strike fear into opponents’ hearts. But what probably did was the Lakers’ most important move this summer: The body overhaul of Luka Doncic. When he was traded to the Lakers last […]

The baseball world received unfortunate news on Monday after the Chicago Cubs announced the death of Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg. He was 65 years old. Last year, Sandberg revealed that he was battling prostate cancer. After showing signs of healing, the fatal disease worsened and spread to other organs in December. He […]

It’s no secret that Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark and Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton have developed a close friendship over the years. They have been spotted hanging out at various sports events, along with their respective partners. There is a certain kinship between Clark and Haliburton. Aside from both starring in Indiana, they played […]

Fifth-year safety Jason Pinnock did not hide his excitement when he was signed by the San Francisco 49ers to a one-year deal in free agency in March. He expressed his eagerness to work with his new squad and build on his breakout campaign last season. The 49ers may have had a forgettable campaign last year, […]

The learning curve is high for New York Giants rookie Jaxson Dart, and he is making the most out of his first training camp. It helps a lot that he is surrounded by established teammates, including fellow quarterback Jameis Winston. On Sunday, Dart had ample time on the field to strut his stuff. He led […]

The Charlotte Hornets recently made history by winning their first-ever title in the NBA Summer League, but somehow, it is the fiery story involving star LaMelo Ball that has gotten more attention. In fact, it has been tattooed on everyone’s mind. With that lame pun out of the way, a tattoo artist based in California […]

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is a man of many talents. Aside from dancing, podcasting, and hosting Saturday Night Live, he can act as well, apparently. Kelce has a small role in the recently released “Happy Gilmore 2,” which is headlined by Adam Sandler. But before it premiered on Netflix, Kelce held an […]

Before he led the Indiana Pacers with his unique playing style, Tyrese Haliburton starred at Iowa State. As a freshman, he helped the Cyclones reach the NCAA Tournament as a sixth seed in 2019. They, however, got upset by 11th seed Ohio State in the first round. It was Haliburton’s lone appearance in March Madness. […]

At this point, it’s impossible to ignore the impact of Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese since she entered the WNBA in 2024. Even a rap icon like Ice Cube has recognized Reese’s talent, which, along with her personality, has made her one of the most popular players in the league. Following her rookie campaign, which […]

They’re the duo we thought we didn’t need. Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard and Portland Trail Blazers rookie Yang Hansen recently hit each other up via video call to talk about the NBA. Leonard will visit China this offseason, and it’s only apt that he gets to chat with the Shandong-born Yang prior to […]

Natasha Howard played a pivotal role in the Indiana Fever’s win over the Las Vegas Aces, 80-70, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Thursday. The hard-nosed forward set the tone for the Fever on defense, as they held their opponent below 80 points for the third time in four outings. Howard finished with a double-double of 18 […]

Aaron Rodgers will probably remember his first training camp with the Pittsburgh Steelers. All because of Patrick Queen. On Thursday, Rodgers had his first practice with his new team at Saint Vincent College in Pittsburgh. His first pass, however, was intercepted by Queen. The 41-year-old quarterback didn’t make a big deal out of it, chuckling that […]

San Francisco 49ers star Trent Williams is entering his 15th season with the same fervor and fire that have made him one of the best offensive tackles in NFL history. By the looks of it, he has zero plans of slowing down anytime soon. At 37 years old, it’s plausible—even logical—to think that Williams might […]

It’s almost impossible not to cheer for Dallas Cowboys defensive end Sam Williams these days. Last year, Williams tore the ACL and MCL in his left knee during training camp, which abruptly ended his season. On Tuesday, he said he was brought to tears when he returned to the field. Williams was in full strength […]

Seattle Storm legend Sue Bird must be happy that the team bounced back in a huge way from its previous loss. The Storm destroyed the Chicago Sky, 95-57, at the Wintrust Arena on Thursday. They started out firing on all cylinders in the opening quarter and never looked back. The Storm were coming off an […]

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard is expected to sit out the entire 2025-26 season due to his Achilles injury. While he is out of commission, his primary role will be to mentor his younger teammates, including rookie Yang Hansen. The 20-year-old center from China impressed in the NBA Summer League, showing off his versatility, […]

Minnesota Vikings quarterback JJ McCarthy made history last season despite not playing a single game. The distinction, however, is not something to shout about. He became the first-ever quarterback drafted in the first round during the common draft era (1967) to sit out his rookie season due to an injury. Now, all eyes will be […]

Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson will enter his eighth season with a renewed sense of purpose. But while he remains one of the best players in the NFL, the criticisms about his inability to advance to the Super Bowl continue to spread. With the new season on the horizon, Jackson pointed out a fact that […]

Fans of the Green Bay Packers had high hopes for Jordan Love when the team drafted him as the 26th overall pick in 2020, envisioning him as the successor to Aaron Rodgers. Love, however, has yet to fully live up to his potential. But all signs point to a breakout campaign for the 26-year-old quarterback […]