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The Pittsburgh Steelers are coming off a disappointing and tumultuous season, and are attempting to return to the playoffs in 2019 without their superstar wide receiver Antonio Brown. Some fans have rationalized things by claiming that Pittsburgh is actually better off now without Brown’s distracting antics and gigantic ego bringing down the locker room. While […]

After an eventful offseason, the Cleveland Browns are entering their most anticipated season since the team returned to Cleveland in 1999. The roster is filled with playmakers and should be one of the most entertaining groups in the NFL. The 2019 NFL season is expected to be a good one for the usually embattled franchise. […]

The Cleveland Browns dropped Saturday’s game to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 13-12, giving the team their first loss in 2019. While there were some solid performances, head coach Freddie Kitchens, quarterback Baker Mayfield, and others have not been shy about their dissatisfaction concerning the game. The “dress rehearsal” raised more questions than it answered. Here […]

For the first time in 2019, the Cleveland Browns have lost a game. In their third preseason match, the Browns fell to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers by a score of 13-12. Even though (most of) the starting offense played the entire first half, Cleveland was unable to manage a touchdown. It was a rough game […]

The Cleveland Browns enter the “dress rehearsal” third preseason game with a 2-0 record and a boatload of expectations for 2019. The team is arguably the most talented group in the NFL, but that doesn’t mean they are without flaws or preseason intrigue. Here are three players to watch in this week’s battle with the […]

When the offseason began, the Cleveland Browns boasted the best interior offensive line in the NFL. Left guard Joel Bitonio, center J.C. Tretter, and right guard Kevin Zeitler protected quarterback Baker Mayfield, as the Browns gave up only nine QB hits over the final eight games of the 2018 season. But Zeitler was traded to […]

Things weren’t as pretty as last week, but the Cleveland Browns managed to pull out a victory over the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday, improving their preseason record to 2-0. There were plenty of issues that showed themselves, but there were also some very solid performances. The preseason is halfway over, and position battles will heat […]

The Minnesota Vikings’ first season with quarterback Kirk Cousins was disappointing, as the team finished 8-7-1 and missed the playoffs. The team will try to rebound in 2019, and began the preseason with a 34-25 victory over the New Orleans Saints. Here are three players to watch as the Vikings battle the Seattle Seahawks on […]

The Seattle Seahawks’ first preseason game went rather well, as the team was victorious over the Denver Broncos 22-14. Wild card losers last season, the Seahawks are looking to make the playoffs again, actually advancing this time around. Here are three players to watch during Seattle’s exhibition bout with the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday. 3. […]

With Super Bowl aspirations for 2019, the Kansas City Chiefs began the preseason with an easy 38-17 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. The front office and coaching staff will have some difficult decisions to make, with multiple position battles still up in the air. Here are three players to keep an eye on against the […]

Because they played in the Hall of Fame Game this season, the Denver Broncos will end up with five preseason games. They play their third on Monday against the San Francisco 49ers, and there are plenty of reasons to tune in. Here are three players Denver fans should be monitoring closely. 3. EDGE Malik Reed […]

The Houston Texans opened up the preseason with a narrow loss to the Green Bay Packers and will be facing another NFC North team on Saturday in the Detroit Lions. Here is a trio of rookies to keep an eye on. 3. OT Max Scharping Scharping was considered by the NFL Draft community to be […]

Houston Texans star defender Jadeveon Clowney has still not signed the franchise tag, and rumors are swirling that a trade could happen very soon. Because of Houston’s lack of a general manager, the entire Clowney situation has been mishandled. From initially attempting to classify him as a linebacker rather than a defensive end in order […]

The expectations surrounding the Cleveland Browns are at an all-time high, and why wouldn’t they be? On paper, the team is arguably the most talented group in the entire NFL, and should be able to make the playoffs for the first time since 2002.  But nothing is guaranteed in the NFL, and the Browns do […]

The Cleveland Browns started the 2019 preseason on a high note with a 30-10 victory over the Washington Redskins. Now come the Indianapolis Colts. The Browns had to like what happened in their preseason opener. From a successful two-minute drive to kick off the game to a punt return touchdown to cap it, Cleveland performed […]

CLUTCH SUMMARY: Damon Sheehy-Guiseppi returned a punt 86 yards for a touchdown in the Cleveland Browns’ preseason opener.  Sheehy-Guiseppi has overcome a lot of adversity to get a shot at the NFL, even sleeping outside while training.  Sheehy-Guiseppi is a long shot to make the Browns, but his story is incredible no matter what.  The […]

CLUTCH Summary: The Cleveland Brands opened up their NFL preseason looking like they belong. As an attempt to sift through it all, because not every player was performing lights out, a stock up and down segment feels appropriate.  At the end of the day, for the upcoming season, buy all the Cleveland Browns stock.  The […]

CLUTCH Summary: After previously asking for a trade, Duke Johnson finally got what he wanted, as the Cleveland Browns traded the running back to the Houston Texans. The impact it will have on both teams might end up being dramatic, especially since it’s already August. At the end of the way, this ends up being […]

Many high-profile players have already been traded this offseason, and the 2019 NFL trade deadline isn’t until midseason. Here are 10 others who could find themselves on new teams this fall. 10. Karl Joseph, SS, Oakland Raiders The 14th overall pick in 2016, Joseph was marginalized by head coach Jon Gruden last season, starting only […]

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield had a sensational first season, setting the rookie record for touchdown passes with 27 despite playing in only 13.5 games. His gunslinger mentality and fiery demeanor have led to comparisons to Hall of Fame Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre, even from the legend himself. Here are five ways in […]

The NFL is always full of great young talent, and this year is no different. Here are seven players who could break out and become legitimate NFL stars in 2019. 7. Nick Chubb, RB, Cleveland Browns The New York Giants’ Saquon Barkley had a fantastic rookie season, but so did Chubb; he just didn’t get […]

The Cleveland Browns report for training camp tomorrow, which officially kicks off perhaps the most anticipated season in franchise history. The team has playoff aspirations, and is considered by some as a legitimate Super Bowl contender after a busy offseason. Cleveland may be the most interesting team in the NFL, which means there will be […]

There have been a handful of coaching changes during this NBA offseason, but just because a coach wasn’t fired recently doesn’t mean his job is safe for the next campaign. Here are five coaches whose seats could be feeling a bit warmer for 2019-2020. 5. Mike Budenholzer, Milwaukee Bucks In his first season with the […]

The 2019 NBA Summer League is just about over, and while some players failed to make much of an impact, others took advantage of the opportunity and put themselves on NBA teams’ radars. Here are the five biggest standouts from the 2019 Summer League. 5. Chris Boucher, Toronto Raptors Boucher has been a reserve on […]

The NBA offseason is always filled with major shakeups, but this year’s has been one of the most active in recent memory, with many different stars changing teams by way of trade or free agency. Nearly two weeks after the new league year, teams may not be done just yet. Here are five stars who […]

The NBA Summer League is not the greatest indicator of future success (or lack thereof), but that doesn’t mean fans can’t react to disappointing performances by young players. Here are the five biggest disappointments so far from the 2019 Summer League. 5. Darius Garland and Kevin Porter Jr., Cleveland Cavaliers Cleveland is 1-7 in Summer […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers are coming off a tough 2018 season and an even more difficult offseason which saw them lose All-Pro running back Le’Veon Bell and wide receiver Antonio Brown. Pittsburgh missed the playoffs for the first time since 2013, and now have legitimate competition for the AFC North crown from both the Baltimore Ravens […]

After improving tremendously during their 7-8-1 2018 season, the Cleveland Browns are ready to make a playoff push after an eventful offseason headlined by the acquisition of superstar wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. Cleveland added plenty of impact players and is now one of the most talented rosters in the league, meaning there isn’t room […]

While the Cleveland Cavaliers have watched the NBA Playoffs from home for the first time since 2013-2014, the Boston Celtics will now join them as spectators, after losing Game 5 of the second round to the Milwaukee Bucks 116-91. While the early postseason exit is disappointing enough for Boston, they have bigger things to worry […]

As of 4:00 PM EST on Tuesday, any free agent signings will not count for compensatory picks for the 2020 NFL Draft, meaning teams will be more likely to spend money to get the remaining impact players still on the market. Here are some good landing spots for the top free agents still available. Jay […]

With star quarterback Aaron Rodgers turning 36 next season, the championship window for the Green Bay Packers is rapidly closing. After an active free agency period and a strong Draft, the Packers will expect to be legitimate Super Bowl contenders in 2019, and they must make each of their roster spots count. Here are five […]

The Kansas City Chiefs were without their first-round pick for the 2019 NFL Draft, as they made their biggest move of the offseason just days before the Draft. The Chiefs traded their 2019 first and 2020 second to the Seattle Seahawks for defensive end Frank Clark, and promptly made him the highest-paid defensive player not […]

The AFC North has a new cellar-dweller, and it’s the Cincinnati Bengals. The team placed fourth in the division for the first time since 2010, and is now at a crossroads. Even during their streak of five consecutive playoff appearances between 2011 and 2015, Cincy never advanced past the wildcard round, and hasn’t won a […]

The 2018 offseason was one to remember for Cleveland Browns fans. The team added Carlos Hyde, Jarvis Landry, Damarious Randall, and Tyrod Taylor through free agency and trades. Not only that, but added impact players like Denzel Ward, Nick Chubb, Antonio Callaway, and Genard Avery in the Draft, along with their franchise QB Baker Mayfield. […]

Last season the Los Angeles Chargers finished 12-4 and made the playoffs for the first time since 2013. With the Kansas City Chiefs’ star players dropping like flies, the Chargers have a real shot at taking the AFC West crown for the first time since 2009, thanks in large part to a strong Draft. Here […]

The first round of the NFL Draft was filled with many twists and turns that left some excellent players still on the board as the second round kicked off. Here are the best picks from Day 2. 12. Byron Murphy, CB, Arizona Cardinals – 33rd overall From a pure on-field value standpoint, this is a […]

The 2019 NFL Draft has concluded after an exciting three days, and the Cleveland Browns finished the weekend having added seven new rookies to their team. The Browns clearly feel that they are (finally) ready to win now, and their Draft class reflects that. Let’s dive in and take a look at the four main […]

A trade-filled first round of the 2019 NFL Draft was filled with surprises, elation, and disappointment for not only fans, but also the prospects. Here are the 10 best players still on the board for round two. 10. Irv Smith Jr., TE, Alabama Both Iowa tight ends were taken in the first, but Smith was […]

Every year the first round of the NFL Draft is filled with surprises, and this year was no different. The first three picks were expected, but after that, craziness ensued. Here are the biggest surprises from Thursday night. 14. Clelin Ferrell going fourth overall Going into the Draft, the Oakland Raiders had a massive hole […]