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Ole Miss football head coach Lane Kiffin paid Jimbo Fisher’s Texas A&M squad a huge compliment before their highly-anticipated matchup on Saturday. Lane Kiffin gushed about Texas A&M football’s resemblance to an NFL team. He also gave props to their outstanding defensive line, per Saturday Down South’s Keith Farmer. Lane Kiffin starting Texas A&M Week […]

Retirement can take its toll on world-class athletes. Just ask NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal. Shaq hung up his sneakers following the 2011-12 NBA season with the Boston Celtics. He played 20 seasons in the NBA and earned 15 NBA All-Star selections and four championship rings. Nevertheless, Shaquille O’Neal’s admitted he felt miserable after he retired […]

The San Francisco 49ers traded for defensive end Chase Young on the day of the NFL trade deadline. However, it seems Young has some excess baggage from his days with the Washington Commanders. Commanders coaches thought Chase Young had some bad habits on the gridiron, per the San Francisco Chronicle’s Michael Silver. "Young, according to […]

The NHL has suspended Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy for his hit on the Florida Panthers’ Oliver Ekman-Larsson on Tuesday. McAvoy will serve a four-game suspension for hitting Ekman-Larsson’s head, per Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli. “NHLBruins Charlie McAvoy has been suspended 4 games for his check to the head of #FlaPanthers Oliver Ekman-Larsson,” Seravalli tweeted […]

New York Jets GM Joe Douglas gave an update on quarterback Aaron Rodgers that will fire up Gang Green fans. NFL.com national insider Ian Rapoport quoted Douglas on Tuesday. “#Jets GM Joe Douglas, stating something we now have assumed is coming but would’ve seemed wild two months ago: ‘We’re expecting Aaron to be back,’” Rapoport […]

James Harden is joining Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and Russell Westbrook after the Philadelphia 76ers swung a massive trade with the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday. The trade blew up on social media after a Woj bomb exploded at around 11 p.m PST. Consequently, social media blew up after the news of James Harden going […]

Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts looks forward to Trevor Bauer’s return to the majors someday. Mookie Betts shared his thoughts on Trevor Bauer’s potential comeback on Monday, per the Los Angeles Times‘ Bill Shaikin. “My experience with Bauer is not anything remotely close to what everyone else’s experience is. I love him. I think […]

Chicago Blackhawks rookie center Connor Bedard has been living up to the massive hype. Bedard rewrote the NHL record books against the Arizona Coyotes on Monday. The rookie sensation became the youngest player in league history to score a goal in the first 30 seconds of a game, per ESPN Stats & Info. Connor Bedard […]

New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram did not play against the Golden State Warriors on Monday due to a knee injury. Pelicans head coach Willie Green expects team physicians to give an update on Ingram’s situation tomorrow, per The Athletic’s Will Guillory. “Willie Green says Brandon Ingram started feeling discomfort in his knee today. Says […]

Aryna Sabalenka’s memorable year just got better. The reigning World No. 1 surpassed $20 million in career earnings after she beat Maria Sakkari 6-0, 6-1 in the 2023 WTA Finals in Cancun this weekend. Sabalanka beat Sakkari in just 74 minutes. Aryna Sabalenka became just the 24th player in WTA history to surpass $20 million […]

Sidney Crosby had some fond memories of the late Adam Johnson’s short stint with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The Penguins legend shared his thoughts on Adam Johnson on Monday, per NHL.com’s Wes Crosby. “It’s something that we’ve all been thinking about since finding out. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones. He’s […]

Former Ohio State football stars Nick Bosa and Joe Burrow shared a nice moment together on the Levi’s Stadium field in Week 8. Bosa hilariously told Burrow the Cincinnati Bengals ruined the San Francisco 49ers’ bye week after their 31-17 loss on Sunday. Friendship always prevails. 😂 (via @NFLFilms)@nbsmallerbear | @JoeyB #InsideTheNFL Tuesdays 8/7c on […]

Adam Johnson’s girlfriend Ryan Wolfe shared a heartbreaking message after his tragic death on the ice hockey rink. She said, “I’ll miss you forever and love you always,” per BBC News. Adam Johnson played for the Elite Ice Hockey League’s Nottingham Panthers in the UK. Johnson played briefly for the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins during the […]

It didn’t take long for Damian Lillard to record his first bad game with the Milwaukee Bucks. Lillard scored just six points on two-of-12 shooting in the Bucks’ 127-110 loss to the visiting Atlanta Hawks on Sunday. Nevertheless, Giannis Antetokounmpo got his back on this one, per the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Jim Owczarski. “I know […]

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Damian Lillard chimed in on his brutal six-point outing in their 127-110 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday. Lillard gave credit to the Hawks’ physicality and aggressiveness, per the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel’s Jim Owczarski. Damian Lillard BUCKS vs HAWKS nba Regular season game all possessions – 29-10-2023 https://t.co/aqwi4Q6gjH Follow us […]

Comebacking Seattle Seahawks safety Jamal Adams claimed he drew inspiration from soccer great Lionel Messi on Sunday. However, Adams’ fellow Seahawks safety Julian Love had a diferent perspective. Adams reminded him of soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo, per The Seattle Times’ Adam Jude. “He was prime (Cristiano) Ronaldo right there. That play is all credit to […]

New York Liberty superstar Breanna Stewart and her wife Marta Xargay welcomed their second child in a heartwarming IG post on Sunday. The couple named their baby boy Theo Joseph Stewart Xargay, per Breanna Stewart’s post.  The 2023 WNBA MVP wrote the caption, “Welcome to the world little man.”   View this post on Instagram […]

It seems there’s an interesting backstory behind Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase’s backflip touchdown celebration. Ja’Marr Chase did a backflip in the end zone after he caught a 17-yard touchdown pass from Joe Burrow on Sunday. The Bengals went on to beat the San Francisco 49ers 31-17 in Week 8. Ja'Marr Chase on his […]

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski regretted calling a pass play in the waning moments of their 24-20 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 8. “Stefanski on the decision to call a pass just before the 2-minute warning, resulting in the INT: ‘ We had options there…the result, that was tough,” per ESPN Browns […]

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry remains committed to the team despite swirling trade rumors. Derrick Henry said his stance hasn’t changed after the Titans’ 28-23 win over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 8, per Titans reporter Jim Wyatt. #Titans RB @KingHenry_2: “I’m a Titan, and I’m happy to be a Titan.” pic.twitter.com/iiD8AyBoPr — Jim […]

Some sad news in the tennis world today. Tennis legend Pete Sampras revealed his wife Bridgette Wilson has ovarian cancer. “Cancer is a monster. It doesn’t just eat at one person. It eats at their entire family,” per the Tennis Letter’s official X account. Tennis Star Pete Sampras Reveals Wife and Actress Bridgette Wilson-Sampras Has […]

Alabama football head coach Nick Saban hopes their fans crank up the noise for their upcoming game against LSU football. Saban thought Alabama’s fans were their X-factor in their 34-20 win over No. 17 Tennessee football last week. With that in mind, Nick Saban is optimistic their rabid fan base will deliver the goods again […]

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield came up with an obvious takeaway after their 24-18 loss to the Buffalo Bills on TNF. “#Bucs QB Baker Mayfield says that losing three in a row sucks and the team needs to play better overall,” per Pewter Report. Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield: “Losing three in a row sucks. […]

The embarrassing 124-104 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in their home opener left a bad taste in DeMar DeRozan’s and his Chicago Bulls teammates’ mouths. He guaranteed they will play with more sense of urgency against the Toronto Raptors on Friday, per NBC Sports Chicago’s K.C. Johnson. “Getting our (butt) kicked at (the) home […]

Team physicians transported Syracuse football defensive back Jayden Bellamy to a local hospital on Thursday. The news broke out during their ACC clash against Virginia Tech football. Jayden Bellamy left the game just before halftime. Syracuse football trailed by a wide margin 30-3 after the game’s first 30 minutes. The ESPN broadcast mentioned Jayden’s situation […]

The Indianapolis Colts are mulling cornerback Kenny Moore’s role for their matchup against the New Orleans Saints in Week 8. The Colts currently have a decimated outside cornerback corps. Dallis Flowers suffered a season-ending Achilles injury in Indy’s 29-23 overtime loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 4. On the other hand, rookie cornerback […]

Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle has a gruff exterior that could intimidate anybody. Carlisle is all business on game days and rarely smiles on the sidelines. However, he showed another side to his personality in a pre-game talk with point guard TJ McConnell prior to their game against the Washington Wizards. Rick Carlisle almost […]

Chicago Bears rookie running back Roschon Johnson will take the field against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 8. Johnson confirmed his status for the game to NBC Chicago’s Josh Schrock. “Talked to Roschon Johnson. He has fully cleared the protocol and expects to play Sunday,” Schrock tweeted on Thursday. Bears head coach Matt Eberflus […]

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown shared his sentiments on the horrific Maine mass shooting after their 130-114 win over the Utah Jazz. Brown was emotional during his post-game press conference on Wednesday, per Kings on NBCS. “At a frickin’ grocery store, man. If that doesn’t touch anybody…I don’t know. I don’t even…I don’t know […]

Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic made NBA history on opening night on Wednesday. Luka Doncic became the first player ever in Mavs franchise history to record a triple-double in the season opener, per StatMuse. He had 33 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists in the Mavs’ 126-119 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday. […]

Alabama football head coach Nick Saban has chimed in on the alleged attendance of a Michigan staffer amid the recent sign-stealing fiasco. Saban said the NFL allowed scouts to attend NCAA games back in the day. However, that rule has changed, per Tuscaloosa News’ Nick Kelly. “First of all, I don’t know anything about anybody […]

Rapper Blueface’s inappropriate act during the Los Angeles Rams’ game against the Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t sit well with Kelly Stafford. The latter, wife of Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford, shared her sentiments on her podcast (via OutKick’s Sean Joseph) on Wednesday. Count Kelly Stafford among those unhappy with rapper Blueface turning his suite at SoFi Stadium […]

Based on Kristaps Porzingis’ first game alone, the Boston Celtics did the right thing in trading for him this past summer. Porzingis produced an impressive stat line in the Celtics’ 108-104 opening night win over the New York Knicks on Wednesday. He had 30 points, eight rebounds, and four blocks. Porzingis also made five of […]

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson will miss their game against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 8. Watson will rehab this weekend, per NFL.com national insider Ian Rapoport. From @NFLTotalAccess: #Browns QB Deshaun Watson will spend the week rehabbing. pic.twitter.com/DKIZrzADqF — Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) October 26, 2023 “Here’s what we know: first of all, Deshaun Watson […]

Rob Gronkowski isn’t a fan of the New England Patriots’ griddy touchdown celebrations. Gronkowski shared his thoughts on the issue on the Up & Adams Show on Wednesday. "They're acting like they've never been there before…griddying all over the place"@RobGronkowski was NOT a fan of the Patriots celebrations after their win…@PatrickChung23 @heykayadams pic.twitter.com/vQJYhcwwu6 — Up & […]

Nathan Eovaldi is the Texas Rangers’ starter against Zac Gallen’s Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 1 of the 2023 World Series. News of Eovaldi taking the mound for Game 1 of the Fall Classic broke out on Wednesday, per Texas Rangers Insider. Game 1 of the World Series Nathan Eovaldivs. Zac Gallen Should be gooooooood pic.twitter.com/Fa1bi861cx […]

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor almost left the team this season. He’s glad to sign a three-year, $42 million contract extension on October 7. Consequently, he’s learning from first-year head coach Shane Steichen, per Colts.com’s Raven Moore (via PFT’s Michael David Smith). “I’ve mentioned this to you guys over the past few weeks. He’s […]

The 2023-24 NBA season officially kicked off on Tuesday. Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant got a chance to rekindle his days with the Golden State Warriors on the first day of the regular season. KD told the media after the game he has nothing but love for Dubs fans, per 957 The Game’s Evan Giddings. […]

Could Bob Melvin become the new manager of the San Francisco Giants? The buzz has intensified especially after the Giants made an important announcement on Tuesday, per The Athletic’s Andrew Baggerly. “Just got this advisory: ‘Giants to hold press conference tomorrow to make big announcement.’ (I do not think this is about the Cruise uniform […]