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The Portland Fire have officially announced the hiring of the first head coach in franchise history. The WNBA expansion team accidentally leaked the name two days earlier, but now it is official that Cleveland Cavaliers assistant coach Alex Sarama will be the first coach to take the reins of the Fire. “The Portland Fire have […]

The 2025 NFL season is settling in, and as we approach the trade deadline between Weeks 9 and 10, teams need to figure out who they are and what they need to win. This week, two AFC North teams kick off their journey of self-discovery on Thursday night, when the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the […]

Orlando Magic fans have seen some of the best and most dominant players in NBA history. These stars have never brought a championship to the Sunshine State, but for brief moments in time, there were few better in the league. But who are the best and greatest Magic players in history? We’ll try to figure […]

Seven weeks into the 2025 NFL season, some teams are planning for the postseason, while others are already onto the 2025 NFL Draft. The New York Jets fall into the latter category, and as draft gurus start their next round of mocks, at least one has Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza heading to the Big Apple […]

The Buffalo Bills were cruising heading into their Week 5 Sunday Night Football matchup with the New England Patriots. They were the last undefeated team in the NFL and, led by head coach Sean McDermott and reigning MVP Josh Allen, they looked unstoppable. However, the Bills’ two-game losing streak to the Pats and then the […]

Two weeks ago, the Buffalo Bills were 4-0 and looked like the best team in the NFL. A Sunday night defeat by their AFC East rival, the New England Patriots, started the slide, and the Bills’ 24-14 Monday Night Football loss to the Atlanta Falcons pushed them further down the standings and the power rankings. […]

New York, New Jersey, and Brooklyn fans have seen some of the best players in basketball history, although not always at their peaks. These stars have thrilled the tristate area crowds and won two ABA titles but never brought an NBA championship to New York City’s other franchise. But who are the best and greatest Nets […]

The Dallas Cowboys’ injury report keeps getting longer, with running back Miles Sanders now out for the season with knee and ankle injuries. With superstar wide receiver CeeDee Lamb on the sideline as well, the Cowboys have made a roster move, officially elevating wideout Jalen Cropper from the practice squad to the active roster. “Cowboys […]

At 4-1 through five weeks, the San Francisco 49ers are in first place in the NFC West, a game ahead of the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks. That means the playoff push is officially on, and the 49ers will likely be buyers ahead of the 2025 NFL trade deadline on November 4. The Niners’ […]

Podcaster, NBA historian, and hot take artist Bill Simmons isn’t afraid to take shots at professional athletes from his Los Angeles estate. His funny, biting, and often on-the-money analogies are one thing his fans love about him, but the players on the receiving end of the barbs likely don’t find them amusing. And at least […]

Army football is getting ready to take on Charlotte on Saturday, but the Black Knights will do it with a different player under center than they’ve had the last two games. Reports out of West Point are that the team is returning to Cale Hellums after Dewayne Coleman started the last two games. “Sources: Army […]

Last week was a massacre for bettors as true home teams went just 4-9 straight up on the weekend. Will this trend continue in Week 6? We’ll start to find out Thursday night, as the Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants go at it in New Jersey. Until then, let’s dig into the ClutchPoints 2025 […]

The Houston Texans are beefing up their secondary ahead of their Week 5 matchup with the Baltimore Ravens. And one cornerback name that they are elevating from the practice squad will be familiar, especially to Las Vegas Raiders fans. “The Texans elevated CB Damon Arnette and S Jalen Mills from the practice squad for Sunday’s […]

Fran Brown and his Syracuse football program got some good news on Saturday, as reports came out that injured star wide receiver Johntay Cook will play in a massive ACC showdown with the SMU Mustangs. “Syracuse standout wide receiver Johntay Cook, who has been listed as questionable heading into today’s matchup with SMU, is expected […]

After an excellent rookie season, Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is still finding his footing during his second season. In Week 4, Nix had his best game of the season, leading his team to a 28-3 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Ahead of the Broncos’ Week 5 tilt with the Philadelphia Eagles, head coach Sean […]

Week 4 ended with a whimper with two dog Monday night games. Will Week 5 be a little stronger all the way through? We’ll see starting Thursday night, with another NFC West showdown, this time between the San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams. So, let’s dig into the ClutchPoints 2025 NFL Week 5 picks, […]

The Green Bay Packers always seem to get up to play the Dallas Cowboys, but the teams’ 2025 Week 4 tilt will be a little different. That’s because this is the Micah Parsons revenge game after the trade that sent the superstar defender from Texas to Wisconsin. And after four weeks of easing Parsons in […]

The New York Giants will likely seek a Russell Wilson trade after benching him in favor of Jaxson Dart. His value (especially when it comes to his contract) is just too high. However, according to the most recent rumors, Wilson also has value for the G Men right now, so if they do trade him, […]

The Washington Commanders are banged up heading into Week 4 against the Atlanta Falcons, especially on offense. Star quarterback Jayden Daniels is out, as is star wide receiver Terry McLaurin. Rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt was also questionable with a knee injury leading up to Sunday. Ultimately, Croskey-Merritt will take the field in Atlanta, and […]

The Dallas Cowboys offense is in trouble ahead of their Week 4 matchup with the Green Bay Packers, and it’s not just because Micah Parsons is coming for Dak Prescott. With the CeeDee Lamb injury, Dallas will be without arguably its best (and definitely one of its highest-paid) stars. And now Jalen Cropper has some […]

The Carolina Panthers are coming off their first win of the season in Week 3 as they get ready to go for two in a row in Week 4 against the New England Patriots. And getting a win against their AFC opponent just got a little easier with the news that their star rookie wideout, […]

The Washington Commanders got some good news on the Terry McLaurin injury front, as reports are that he will not head to injured reserve. This is much-needed as the Commanders head into Week 4 against the Atlanta Falcons without their star wideout and quarterback, Jayden Daniels. “The expectation is Commanders will not place Terry McLaurin […]

The Houston Texans are arguably the most disappointing team in the NFL heading into Week 4 of the 2025 season. After two straight playoff appearances, winning a game both times, CJ Stroud and company came into the campaign with expectations that are now shattered at 0-3. While fans search for a reason, NFL insider Dianni […]

Week 3 was an absolute rollercoaster ride. Can we expect more of that in Week 4? Well, we’ll start to get an idea on Thursday night, when the Seattle Seahawks and Arizona Cardinals do battle in an NFC West showdown. So, let’s dig into the ClutchPoints 2025 NFL Week 4 picks, predictions, and odds column. […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers got some excellent news when it comes to the Emeka Egbuka injury situation, as news came out Saturday that the wide receiver, listed as questionable, is expected to play in Week 3 against the New York Jets. “Bucs WR Emeka Egbuka, who is questionable (hip, groin), is expected to play Sunday […]

As the Houston Texans get ready to face off with the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 3, the Texans may be planning on running the ball more. That hypothesis comes from the fact that the team is elevating veteran fulback Jakob Johnson from the practice squad for Sunday’s game. “Texans have signed fullback Jakob Johnson to […]

Texas quarterback Arch Manning may be struggling in his first season as a full-time starter, but he’s still a football player with a ton of upside, according to former Missouri and NFL QB Chase Daniels. The college football analyst gave his take on the 2026 NFL Draft prospect after meeting him and coming away impressed […]

When the Baltimore Ravens signed 33-year-old DeAndre Hopkins to a one-year, $5 million deal this offseason, many fans used the same word to describe the three-time All-Pro wide receiver: “washed.” After two weeks, Hopkins looks like an incredible addition, but teammate Derrick Henry hopes the haters keep calling him that because it is fueling Hopkins’ […]

The 2025 NFL season is starting to settle in as Week 3 is now upon us. To kick off the festivities, we get an AFC East showdown between the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins that the oddsmakers see as a blowout. Despite that, there is a solid slate ahead, so let’s jump right into the […]

The Denver Broncos had the Indianapolis Colts beat in a close, hard-fought game. However, with a penalty on the potential game-winning field goal miss, Denver gave Indy another shot, and the Broncos lost the game 29-28. After the loss, Sean Payton shared that watching the game back next week will not be fun for his […]

The Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs squared off in a Week 2 rematch of last year’s Super Bowl, which the Eagles won 40-22. While the Chiefs couldn’t pull out a win this time either, losing 20-17, Kansas City rookie Omarr Norman-Lott did what the D couldn’t do in February and put a solid lick […]

The San Francisco 49ers took home a hard-fought 26-21 road victory in Week 2 over the New Orleans Saints. The NFC West squad won the game despite missing starting quarterback Brock Purdy and superstar tight end George Kittle. After the game, backup QB Mac Jones and All-Pro running back Christian McCaffrey reacted to getting the […]

Sacramento Kings point guard Dennis Schroder may not have an NBA title or an All-Star appearance on his resume, but he and his Germany team are racking up the accolades on the international stage. Schroder led Germany to an 88-82 win over Alperen Sengun and Turkey to take home the 2025 EuroBasket crown, taking home […]

After an anemic six-point Week 1 performance, the calls for Jaxson Dart to replace Russell Wilson were starting ahead of the New York Giants’ Week 2 matchup against the rival Dallas Cowboys. However, a 24-of-36, 434-yard, three-touchdown performance in regulation has bought Russ at least one more week of holding onto his starting spot. Wilson’s […]

The Cleveland Browns will have reinforcements heading into their Week 2 matchup with the Baltimore Ravens as 2025 second-round draft pick Quinshon Judkins is expected to make his NFL debut on Sunday. “Browns RB Quinshon Judkins (questionable) is expected to make his NFL debut Sunday vs. Ravens, per sources,” ESPN senior NFL reporter Jeremy Fowler […]

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill is going through a divorce, facing yet another round of domestic abuse allegations, and dealing with trade rumors at the start of the 2025 NFL season. Despite the drama that seems to follow the Hill, he says that the only thing he is worried about right now is football […]

After a wild NFL Week 1, it’s time to settle into the new football season as Week 2 is here. We start with an NFC banger on Thursday, with the Washington Commanders and Green Bay Packers squaring off. So, without further ado, let’s jump right into the ClutchPoints 2025 NFL Week 2 picks, predictions, and […]

Houston Rockets fans have seen some of the best (and biggest) players in NBA history. Some of these players were the first to bring an NBA title to the Lone Star State, while others simply dominated and entertained in their era. But who are the best and greatest Rockets players in history? We’ll try to […]

New York Knicks fans have seen some of the best, most entertaining players in NBA history. They’ve all played at “The World’s Most Famous Arena” and thrilled Madison Square Garden crowds. But who are the best and greatest Knicks players in history? We’ll try to figure that out here with the all-time top-10 Knicks player […]