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The Cleveland Browns were one of the more talked-about teams of the 2022 NFL offseason. The Browns’ decision to trade for Deshaun Watson and give him $230 million guaranteed amid his investigation for sexual misconduct was and continues to be heavily criticized. Ultimately, it was decided that Watson will be suspended for the first 11 […]

The Miami Dolphins made one of the largest splashes this offseason by adding six-time Pro Bowler Tyreek Hill in a trade from the Chiefs. Hill is set to pair with Jaylen Waddle and form one of the most feared wide receiver tandems across the NFL. There are growing expectations for the Dolphins as Tua Tagovailoa […]

As the Utah Jazz and Cleveland Cavaliers hammered out the details and finalized a trade for Donovan Mitchell, it was the New York Knicks who came out looking like the real losers. The Knicks were the perceived front-runners for the former Jazz star for quite some time and did an excellent job collecting assets to […]

The Utah Jazz have officially agreed to trade Donovan Mitchell, initiating full-scale rebuild mode. With 13 unprotected or lightly protected first-round picks between now and the 2029 draft, brighter days are ahead. In the meantime, the Jazz must focus on maximizing trade returns for incumbent veterans who are much better suited for teams actually trying […]

There was a great deal of uncertainty surrounding Collin Sexton’s future after he tore his meniscus last year. The former eighth overall pick has had some impressive moments already in his career but was bumped out of the future plans of the Cavs due to the injury and strong play of Darius Garland. There was […]

Despite the widespread expectation Donovan Mitchell would be sent back home to the New York Knicks, the Utah Jazz pulled the trigger on a blockbuster trade that ships the three-time All-Star to the Cleveland Cavaliers. With 13 unprotected or lightly protected first-round picks from now until 2029, Utah is undoubtedly set for a complete rebuild. […]

After weeks of constant trade rumors and uncertainty, the Utah Jazz finally agreed to trade Donovan Mitchell. For a hefty haul of players, three unprotected first-round picks, and two pick swaps, the Cleveland Cavaliers swooped in and landed the 25-year-old. Utah will launch into its rebuild with a terrific outlook due to the massive haul […]

The NBA offseason is coming to a close as each organization has done its best to put themselves in a better situation moving forward. However, this is an impossible task for every team to accomplish as there have to be NBA offseason losers in addition to ones that improve. Here are two players and one […]

The NBA Offseason is a frenzy like no other. The league has turned itself into a 12-month flurry of rumors and news that makes it feel as if it never stops. While there still could be some surprise moves to cap off the offseason, most of the teams have made their most notable changes already. […]

It is tough to find any complaints about the Eagles’ offseason. General Manager Howie Roseman has addressed every need and then some and put the team in a perfect win-now situation for the year. The additions of AJ Brown, James Bradberry, and Kyzir White are each set to make a major impact at Philadelphia’s weakest […]

As fantasy football season is set to kick off, each player will be scouring their rankings for late-round value in an attempt to give their team the edge. One concept that has gained popularity in recent years is drafting a handcuff running back. This makes total sense as an injury to a top selection can […]

With the 2022 NFL season rapidly approaching, the Minnesota Vikings just trimmed their roster down to 53 with their last round of cuts before Tuesday’s deadline, and there were also a couple of trades. The Vikings’ 8-9 record in 2021 was not enough to secure a place in the playoffs, but the organization will look […]

As the madness of NFL cut day continues, there have already been some notable surprises across the league. Perhaps the deal that has caught the most attention has been the Philadelphia Eagles’ trade for defensive back Chauncey Gardner-Johnson. The Eagles have had an active offseason as they look to build off their playoff performance in […]

The two biggest storylines of the NBA offseason have been the swirling rumors surrounding Kevin Durant and Donovan Mitchell. The Durant rumors slammed shut last week following the news of his intention to return to the Brooklyn Nets next season in their continued partnership. The Knicks also took a step toward shutting the door on […]

NFL cut day is a life-altering moment for players across the league. For some, it symbolizes a dream come true and they have achieved their NFL dream. For others, they fall just short and are forced to go back to the drawing board to find a new opportunity. While it may not be as impactful […]

The Seattle Seahawks are entering a new era this season following the trade of Russell Wilson. All good things must come to an end and the team will begin rebuilding this season. While the quarterback controversy has dominated the conversation when breaking down the Seahawks roster, there are other questions to be answered as well. […]

The NFL season is rapidly approaching and teams are scouring over what final moves to make to their rosters. As each team must cut down to 53 men, it leaves some difficult decisions for every franchise to make. It is impossible for every player an organization desires to be kept and there tend to be […]

The 2022 WNBA Playoffs are heating up with just four teams remaining, including the star-studded Seattle Storm. Highlighted by Breanna Stewart, Sue Bird, Jewell Loyd, and more, the team finished with the second-best record in the Western Conference at 22-14. This is the organization’s seventh consecutive season in the playoffs, with two championships to their […]

The WNBA playoffs are in full swing with each team looking to achieve its postseason goals. The Chicago Sky are no strangers to the WNBA playoffs. This is their fourth consecutive trip to the postseason and they are currently the league’s defending champs. Candace Parker and company are vying for Chicago’s first back-to-back titles since […]

The 2022 WNBA Playoffs are in crunch time as just four teams remain. One of the two matchups features the defending champion Chicago Sky and the third-seeded Connecticut Sun. This is a rematch from last season’s semifinals, where the sixth-seeded Sky upset the top-seeded Sun in four games. Chicago is now the favorite, and Connecticut […]

As the 2022 NFL preseason inches toward a close, the pressure is mounting for many players. The preseason reps are one of the best routes for players to put themselves on the map as each team begins to cement its future plans. There are some fierce competitions around the league, including for the Cleveland Browns. […]

Every player has the intention of having the best year of their career each season they report to camp. Unfortunately, this simply isn’t a reality. The constant roster turnover and changes in the scheme are just two of the countless reasons why things may not go according to plan for a player. One position where […]

Fantasy Football season is upon us and fans everywhere are scouring through training camp reports in search of some diamonds in the rough. One position with a mostly clear view of who is set to get touches is at quarterback. There was a great deal of QB movement this offseason as well as some notable […]

The NFL season is rapidly approaching and with it comes the beauty of fantasy football. Doing the research and finding a diamond in the rough can be the difference between having a championship team which makes the pre-draft process so important. One position that has dipped in value in recent years has been running back, […]

One of the more underrated storylines of the NFL offseason has been the status of Jalen Ramsey. The Rams’ Pro Bowl corner had surgery on his shoulder in June after initially attempting to let the injury heal on its own. Ramsey began training camp limited in what he was able to do. He has since […]

The NFL preseason is winding down as teams look to cut their rosters down to 53 men in preparation for the regular season. The Philadelphia Eagles are no different and there have been some notable players around the bubble making their case way they deserve a roster slot. Perhaps the player with the most attention […]

A lot has happened during this NBA offseason. The draft produced several impressive talents expected to change the direction of their new franchises. Each team also made some notable free agent moves in an attempt to put themselves in a better position moving forward. However, the biggest storyline surrounding the NBA has certainly been the […]

The NFL season is right around the corner and each team has set its sights on making the necessary roster adjustments ahead of this. One of the interesting storylines surrounding the Baltimore Ravens has been the status of running back Gus Edwards. The 27-year-old suffered a non-contact ACL tear during practice last season which caused […]

The biggest storyline this NBA offseason has been the trade request from Kevin Durant. After initially requesting a trade on June 30th, there have been nearly two months of mock trades and rumors. With the start of the 2022-23 season inching closer, Durant met with the Nets front office and the two sides did their […]

For the first time in seemingly years, there is some clarity on the Brooklyn Nets roster moving forward. Following an offseason filled with rumors of Kevin Durant trade rumors and potential landing spots, it has been decided that he will be returning to Brooklyn. Durant recently met with the lead members of the Nets organization […]

There do not seem to be high expectations surrounding the Chicago Bears this year. The franchise went 6-11 last season and underwent a great deal of turnover in the offseason. This will be the first season with new Head Coach Matt Eberflus at the helm. The biggest reason for optimism is that Justin Fields will […]

The Cincinnati Bengals are coming off an incredibly impressive season in which they exceeded all expectations set for them. In Joe Burrow’s second season in the NFL, and his first full season of being healthy, the Bengals went 10-7 and managed to make it all the way to the Super Bowl. This is a clear […]

After just over a week away from the team, Tom Brady made his return to Buccaneers training camp. The seven-time Super Bowl champ received permission from the team and stepped away to handle what is only known to be a personal matter. This did not stop a few teammates from poking some fun at the […]

There was a somewhat surprising development at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers training camp in recent weeks as Tom Brady briefly stepped away from the team. Starting August 11th, Brady was excused from the team and stepped away for just over a week. There has not been a clear answer for what the reason was other […]

There are high hopes surrounding the Eagles heading into the 2022 season. The franchise had an impressive offseason in which they addressed nearly all of their notable holes. Philly added new weapons to surround Jalen Hurts with as well as made notable additions on the defensive side of the ball. Guys like AJ Brown, James […]

The largest looming storyline in the NBA offseason has been Kevin Durant’s trade request from the Brooklyn Nets. Despite the four years he has remaining on his deal, Durant appears dead-set on forcing his way out of Brooklyn. Teams around the NBA have each put together a variety of offers in an attempt to land […]

One of the most surprising moves of the last NBA season was the Kings’ decision to trade Tyrese Haliburton just before the deadline. The franchise’s sixteen-year playoff drought has clearly caused management to grow impatient. Sacramento has not made it to the postseason since 2006 and has not won a playoff series since 2004. It […]

As the NFL season inches closer, teams are beginning to make some necessary roster adjustments. The picture is being painted for what each roster will look like as players shift across injury reports and teams look to trim down their roster to 53. The Washington Commanders recently received great news surrounding one of their standout […]

The Kevin Durant saga continues to drag on as the NBA season inches closer. One team that continually sees its name connected in trade rumors is the Boston Celtics. Shams Charania of The Athletic gave a recent update on the behind-the-scenes negotiations between the Nets and a variety of teams. As he put it surrounding […]