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The Detroit Lions had no other choice but to confront the cold-hearted truth that they won’t be playing in the postseason for the first time since 2022. Their 23-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Christmas Day crystallized that reality.  Certainly, QB Jared Goff was disappointed in defeat as he now has to wait a […]

Last Sunday, the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles eked out a 13-12 win over the Buffalo Bills. A game in which head coach Nick Sirianni was unapologetic in his ways.  One of those ways came in the first quarter of the game against the Bills. After Saquon Barkley scored the first touchdown, Sirianni and Pattulo were […]

Overall, it’s been a largely unremarkable season for the New Orleans Saints. However, there were some bright spots, courtesy of their rookies. One of them is QB Tyler Shough, who is a favorite to win Rookie of the Year.  This, after the Saints were criticized for “too many reaches” during the 2025 NFL Draft. In […]

On Monday, it was a hard-knock game for the Chicago Bulls. First, they lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves by 35 points, 136-101. Then, they lost Coby White to a right calf injury in the second quarter, and he didn’t return. As if that wasn’t hard enough, Josh Giddey went out with a hamstring injury in […]

The stars fell apart for the Chicago Bulls on Monday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves. First, Zach Collins didn’t play due to a toe injury. Afterwards, Coby White went out with a calf injury after the first quarter and didn’t return. Then, when the third quarter got underway, Josh Giddey went out of the game […]

A calf strain injury had Coby White sitting out the opening of the season. Since returning in November, White has been a catalyst for the Chicago Bulls, who have hovered around a .500 record.  However, on Monday, White went out in the first quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves with a right calf injury, per Brett […]

Lately, concerns have been raised about how greater possessions lead to increased injuries in the NBA. In addition to Steve Kerr sounding the alarm, Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan is joining the fray.  On Monday, Donovan expressed his thoughts before the Bulls’ showdown against the Minnesota Timberwolves when asked by Sam Smith of NBA.com.  […]

It’s said that all good things need to come to an end. In this case, the dynasty reign of the Kansas City Chiefs is coming to a close after being eliminated from the playoffs. On Christmas Day, they suffered a hard 20-13 loss to the AFC West champion Denver Broncos, putting them at 6-10.  After […]

For now, an era has come to an end with the temporary suspension of the USC/Notre Dame football rivalry. The reason is scheduling conflicts and an inability to reach an agreement.  Meanwhile, some USC personnel are weighing in on the rivalry’s significance. Former Trojan QB Carson Palmer is advocating for the tradition to remain alive. […]

One day after disparaging his team’s effort, New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn is now trying to set the record straight. On Monday, Glenn clarified his statement following the Jets’ loss to the New England Patriots 42-10, per Zach Rosenblatt of The Athletic.  “Effort was not the issue with that game,” Glenn said. “I […]

It’s been an injury-laden season for the backup big man of the Chicago Bulls, Zach Collins. Earlier in the season, he was out with a wrist injury that required surgery.  On Monday, the NBA Injury Report confirmed that Collins will be out for the Bulls’ game against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to soreness in his […]

On Saturday, Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks came out with vengeance against the Chicago Bulls. Giannis made his return after a long-standing battle with a calf strain.  And they didn’t disappoint as the Bucks defeated the Bulls 112-103 on their home floor and ended Chicago’s five-game winning streak. However, the biggest highlight of the […]

From the second half of last season to the present day, the Chicago Bulls have seen growth in Josh Giddey. As a result, Giddey was gifted with a four-year $100 million contract during the summer.  Currently, Giddey has demonstrated his ability to step up his game as an effective shooter and playmaker. So far, Giddey […]

Recently, Michigan finally hired a new head football coach, Kyle Whittingham, from the University of Utah. Meanwhile, Michigan is still coming to grips with the firing and arrest of former coach Sherron Moore. Since then, plenty of names have floated around as possible new hires. One of whom is Louisville head coach Jeff Brohm. However, a […]

After a period of serious struggle, the Chicago Bulls seem to have turned a new leaf. On Saturday, they won their fifth consecutive game against the Philadelphia 76ers 109-102. As a result, they are now 15-15 on the year. Afterward, Tre Jones, who led the way with 15 points and six rebounds, gave credit to […]

It was a good Christmas for the Golden State Warriors after they defeated the Dallas Mavericks 126-116. As a result, they are now 16-15 on the year. On paper, they got it going on with Steph Curry, Draymond Green, Jimmy Butler, and Jonathan Kuminga. However, they are an aging team, with Curry at 37, Butler […]

The Chicago Bears are as confident as they can be. Last weekend, they won a big game in thrilling overtime fashion over the rival Green Bay Packers to ensure a playoff spot.  At this point, the Bears are 11-4 and are in first place in the NFC North. In the process, they have secured the […]

Lately, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been putting up Wilt Chamberlain-like numbers. Meanwhile, the defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, remain the best team in the NBA.  However, some perceive him as a “flopper,” and among them are fans of the San Antonio Spurs. On Tuesday, the Thunder took on the Spurs in San Antonio.  From the […]

On Tuesday, the Cleveland Browns decided not to activate Deshaun Watson. At the same time, they also chose not to activate him from the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, per Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.  This move comes as the Browns have two games left in the regular season and as Watson has practiced over […]

Currently, legendary South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley is facilitating a new identity for her program. Nevertheless, the Gamecocks are the No.3 team in the nation and have a 12-1 record.  Their only loss thus far came against No. 2 Texas, 66-64. In the meantime, Staley is putting the work in to build for the […]

If only Charles Dickens could have written a novel that described the best of times and the worst of times. That would be the premise for discussing the Chicago Bears’ turnaround success.  Last year, they were in a state of despair, with a last-place5-12 record in the previous place, combined with the firing of then-head […]

The future of Bryce Harper hangs in the balance amid rumors of the Philadelphia Phillies trading him. But one thing is now sure: he will be representing his country on the world stage. On Tuesday, it was confirmed that Harper will be playing for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic in March, per Bob […]

On Monday, No. 20 Illinois basketball dominated its way to a 43-point victory over Missouri in the annual Braggin’ Rights game. In the process, they secure a much-coveted trophy.  It was big man Tomislav Ivisic who received the trophy, and as he and his teammates celebrated, they asked him to break it, per Jeremy Werner […]

One week after suffering a heartbreaking loss to Nebraska, No. 20 Illinois bounced back big time. On Monday, they came out and dominated Missouri 91-48, a 43-point win.  In the process, Illinois etched its place into Braggin’ Rights history, per Carson Gaurdie of ABC News Channel 20. It turned out to be the series’s most […]

Undoubtedly, Victor Wembanyama has been on a tear, and the San Antonio Spurs are the second-best team in the West. However, as great as Wemby is, he is only human.  On Tuesday, he appeared on the NBA Injury Report right before the Spurs take on the defending champion OKC Thunder. Wemby was listed as questionable […]

Lately, the Seattle Mariners have apparently been looking to acquire Ketel Marte in a trade. However, there is at least one reason why they would be reluctant to move forward with the trade.  On Monday, it was reported that the Mariners are banking on 22-year-old infielder Cole Young, per Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of […]

It was a good thing that the Cleveland Cavaliers had Donovan Mitchell in their lineup. On Monday against the Charlotte Hornets, Mitchell left fans with a memory they surely won’t forget.  With the clock ticking in the first half, Mitchelled chucked up a three from the logo and banked it in, per ClutchPoints. In the […]

The year 2025 will go down in history as the year sports betting became scandalized. Not that that didn’t happen before, because it did, but this year upped the ante on so many levels. First, it began with Chanuncy Billups and Terry Rozier of the NBA, who were indicted on federal charges of illegal gambling […]

At the moment, Rick Carlisle has his hands full. On one hand, he is the head coach for the Indiana Pacers. Then, on the other hand, he is president of the NBA Coaches Association. That is, until next year. On Tuesday, it was confirmed that Carlisle will step down as president of the Coaches Association, […]

Everyone knew that Kobe Bryant had a way of doing things and expected others to live up to it. That especially applied to his teammates on the Lakers. One of those was former player Samaki Walker. Recently, Walker came forward to share a story about the time when Kobe sucker punched him, per Byron Scott’s […]

Over the last several days, the Chicago White Sox worked diligently to secure Japan’s Munetaka Murakami. It worked to perfection as they signed Murakami to a $34 million contract. On Monday, Mune was front and center for his first official press conference and, in the process, garnered a few laughs. When thanking the White Sox […]

On Sunday, the Chicago Bulls defeated the Atlanta Hawks 152-150 in the highest-scoring game of the NBA season thus far, with 302 points. However, while a win is a win, it wasn’t satisfying enough for Bulls’ head coach Billy Donovan. After the game, Donovan was very plain when critiquing the defense for giving up 150 points, per […]

In the same way the snow piles up during the winter, the Chicago Bulls and Atlanta Hawks piled up the points. On Sunday, they combined for 302 points with the Bulls winning 152-150. It marked Chicago’s third straight victory and put them at 13-15. After the game, Matas Buzelis was astounded just from the first […]

The New York Knicks wouldn’t be where they are without Jalen Brunson. On Sunday, he tied the great Bernard King for the most 45+ point games in history. His exploits have made the Knicks a perennial contender, as evidenced by the Knicks winning the NBA Cup Tournament. Brunson was named the MVP. However, despite being […]

The firing of Chase Blackburn as the LA Rams’ special teams coordinator didn’t come without evidence. One of those to point that out was returner Rashid Shaheed of the Seattle Seahawks. On Thursday, the Seahawks defeated the Rams 38-37 in OT. During that game, Shaheed scored a touchdown on a punt return around the eight-minute […]

There is a way to win, and then there is a way to win. Kentucky head coach Mark Pope expects specific standards from his players. On Saturday, it was evident that Pope felt his players didn’t live up to those standards, even though they defeated No. 22 St. John’s 78-66, per CBS Sports. With three […]

For the last three years, Stuart Fairchild has been a baseball journeyman. He’s played for the Arizona Diamondbacks, Seattle Mariners, San Francisco Giants, Atlanta Braves, Cincinnati Reds, and now the Cleveland Guardians. On Saturday, the young outfielder was signed to a minor league deal with a non-roster invite to spring training, per Tim Stebbins of […]

Indeed, the WNBA is at a crossroads with the ongoing CBA negotiations. The players are on one side advocating for an equal share of the revenue. Meanwhile, the league, led by commissioner Cathy Engelbert, is offering a salary increase, but not enough of the revenue share. As of now, negotiations remain alive and well. However, […]

Like all other teams, the Golden State Warriors are looking at their trade options. But they are really honing in on snatching up a big man. According to Chris Haynes of NBA TV, Daniel Gafford, Nic Claxton, and Robert Williams III are on the short list. “The Warriors are buyers… they are looking for size […]