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For the Baltimore Ravens, it’s Super Bowl or bust in 2025. They’ve been knocking on the door for years. This time, the team looks even more formidable. Lamar Jackson is coming off an MVP-caliber season and leads an offense that ranked first in total yardage in 2024. The defense? It was even better, especially down […]

Every summer, Latrobe transforms from a quiet Pennsylvania town into a pressure cooker for one of the NFL’s most storied franchises. This year, though, the stakes are as high as they’ve been in a decade. The Pittsburgh Steelers are no longer treading water with journeymen quarterbacks or half-baked plans. They’ve gone all in. The arrival […]

The Kansas City Chiefs are chasing a historic three-peat, but even dynasties have weak points. Patrick Mahomes remains the gold standard at quarterback. Andy Reid is still the master architect on the sideline. And the defense is now among the league’s most dependable. Yet for all the Chiefs’ continued brilliance, their margin for error is […]

Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes has built an elite roster. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has made the most of it, despite their bullpen’s recent struggles. However, the Major League Baseball trade deadline gives them a chance to add to their wealth. For example, Kansas City Royals starter Seth Lugo would be an upgrade […]

With the WNBA 2025 All-Star Weekend officially over and the second half of the season underway, it acts as a sort of soft reset for some of the league’s teams and players. As the campaign barrels toward the playoffs, there are some important storylines to keep track of as they approach a conclusion. Let’s take […]

The Montreal Canadiens made a significant move up the standings last season as head coach Martin St. Louis drove the team to the playoffs. While the Canadiens lost their opening round series to the Capitals in five games, the Habs demonstrated speed, scoring ability and improved clutch play during the season. Players like Nick Suzuki, […]

The Chicago Cubs have had an extremely successful season so far. Pete Crow-Armstrong’s emergence as a star has led the way in Chicago. The Cubs no longer lead the National League Central, but Ian Happ and Co. are one pitcher away from serious contention. Luckily for them, starters like Kansas City Royals pitcher Seth Lugo […]

NBA players are popular personalities. Given that they’re basically celebrities, it’s only natural that they also date other famous personalities such as actresses, models, or even fellow professional athletes. Here is a look at 10 NBA players who are romantically linked with celebrities. Check out the gallery. Klay Thompson – Megan Thee Stallion Lately, Klay […]

Over three weeks have passed since the NBA free agency window opened, and there is still no word on when a resolution will come for the Golden State Warriors and restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga. When the Dubs first drafted Kuminga, they did so because the young wing had the potential to be the next […]

The New York Jets have the longest active playoff drought in the National Football League, having missed the postseason for 14 consecutive campaigns. Now, they hope to end the streak. New York signed Justin Fields to be their new quarterback, which is a good first step. However, the Jets’ running back room might be the […]

The Buffalo Sabres have missed the playoffs for a 14th straight season, the longest playoff drought in the NHL. General manager Kevyn Adams needed to make major improvements to the roster if the team is going to return to the playoffs for the first time since 2011. The Sabres would make multiple moves this offseason, […]

We received an exciting opportunity to speak with Playground Productions CEO Lindsay Barnett about the thrilling return of the Backyard Sports Games. With the release of Backyard Baseball ’01 this month, and with more Backyard Sports titles on the way, it was the perfect time to learn about how this former teacher brought the series […]

Worry not, fans: AEW star Maxwell Jacob Friedman (MJF) is not going anywhere after landing his first major movie role in Netflix’s Happy Gilmore 2. Several wrestlers have leveraged their fame to gain Hollywood stardom. Recently, the likes of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, John Cena, and Dave Bautista may come to mind. However, wrestlers have […]

The Carolina Panthers had another disappointing season, finishing 5-12 and missing the NFL playoffs for the seventh consecutive year. Despite this, there are signs of hope. Carolina improved their receiver room by drafting Tetairoa McMillan with the eighth overall pick. Now, this gives Bryce Young another weapon, and the Panthers’ wide receiver room is deeper. […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars had another miserable season in 2024-25, finishing 4-13 and missing the playoffs again. Unfortunately, there were numerous problems from the quarterback to the Jaguars’ offensive line. While he was not among the most to blame for the Jags’ miserable season, Walker Little certainly did not help. Indeed, the Jaguars’ offensive tackle missed […]

In February 2023, Mat Ishbia was announced as the new owner of the Phoenix Suns. Thus far, his ownership has been disappointing, especially when the franchise had just made an appearance at the 2021 NBA Finals. While he has not shied away from making major moves that shook the NBA, his major swings have become […]

The Houston Texans look to bounce back after losing to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Divisional Round. Now, they look to run it back while looking for more production from everyone. The Texans’ offensive line will be under close surveillance after the team ranked just 19th in rushing yards per attempt. Specifically, a […]

The Detroit Lions will be under incredible pressure to succeed after how last season ended. Detroit had arguably its best regular season in franchise history, winning 15 games and securing the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs. It will be a tough act to follow, for more reasons than one. Detroit has already faced […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander certainly had a dream 2024-25 season. But to make matters more interesting, he’s only 27 years old. Despite a not-so-ideal start to his NBA career, he has emerged as arguably the hottest rising star in the league. Here are Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 10 greatest accolades. Check out the gallery. 10. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is 2x […]

The Winnipeg Jets won the President’s Trophy as the top regular season team in the NHL in 2024-25. Still, they would fall in the second round of the playoffs to the Dallas Stars. This left GM Kevin Cheveldayoff and the Jets in a precarious situation of attempting to improve the team in NHL Free Agency, […]

The Chicago Bears enter the 2025 season with something they haven’t had in years: real hope. It’s not just about the presence of Caleb Williams, the franchise quarterback they’ve been waiting decades to find. It’s about the structure now surrounding him. Chicago’s brass landed Ben Johnson, who was the most coveted head coaching candidate of […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are no strangers to adversity. From Tom Brady’s retirement to Baker Mayfield’s redemption arc, this is a franchise that thrives in the gray area between expectation and surprise. Yet as training camp kicks off for the 2025 season, there’s a storm brewing in Tampa, and it’s coming from the left side […]

The UFC’s lightweight throne has rarely seen a character quite like Ilia Topuria. Equal parts technician and brash showman, the undefeated Georgian-Spanish champion has set the MMA community ablaze once more, this time not with highlight-reel knockouts, but with a bold declaration that shakes the lightweight division and stirs the MMA community. In a statement […]

PHOENIX — The talk of the WNBA and the Phoenix Mercury was Brittney Griner’s return to the Valley of the Sun as a member of the Atlanta Dream. During her stay with the franchise for 11 seasons, she made an incredible mark. Griner won the 2014 WNBA title and multiple Defensive Player of the Year […]

What is the Philadelphia Eagles’ biggest hole heading into the 2025 NFL season? Frankly, that’s a hard question to answer. On offense, the team is pretty much set. They have a Super Bowl MVP-winning quarterback plus a pair of quality backups with experience and upside. Saquon Barkley is an MVP-caliber running back as well, with […]

After four consecutive seasons of missing the playoffs entirely, the Portland Trail Blazers are ready to compete yet again. General manager Joe Cronin said as much when he declared that it’s winning time for the Blazers — and their moves this offseason certainly suggest that they’re gearing up for a push despite being in the […]

The New York Yankees are coming off a rough series against the Toronto Blue Jays. Luckily for them, Ben Rice helped the Yankees defeat the Blue Jays on Tuesday. Despite each game’s importance, New York general manager Brian Cashman’s focus to the Major League Baseball trade deadline. San Diego Padres starter Dylan Cease has emerged […]

The Los Angeles Clippers continue to prove that they have one of the smartest front offices operating in the NBA today with the way they land on their feet every time adversity hits. Their 2025 playoff run came to a screeching halt when they got demolished by the Denver Nuggets in Game 7 in the […]

The Houston Rockets sense that there is an opening at the top of the NBA’s totem pole, as they have absolutely loaded up for a potential championship push for next season. They did win 52 games last season after all and was the second-best team in the Western Conference in the regular season, and now, […]

The quarterback landscape in the ACC has undergone a significant shift heading into the 2025 college football season. With veteran transfers, rising stars, and former blue-chip recruits all vying for the top spot, the conference is as deep as it’s been in recent memory. Here’s a look at the top-five quarterbacks in the ACC going […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers fell short of Super Bowl aspirations, losing to the Washington Commanders in the NFC Wildcard. Regardless, this is a playoff team that could become a Super Bowl-winning team. For the team to get there, the Buccaneers’ defense must step up. Specifically, the linebackers must play better. When looking at who will […]

There might not be a hotter team in Major League Baseball right now than the Milwaukee Brewers. Their 1-0 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night is their only blemish in the second half of the season. Despite their long winning streak, the Brewers will not stand pat at the MLB trade deadline. One […]

The Colorado Avalanche had limited cap space coming into this offseason. The franchise has made the playoffs eight straight years, including winning the Stanley Cup in 2022. Still, they would fall to the Dallas Stars in the first round of the playoffs this year. With limited cap space and a clear need to improve the […]

The Green Bay Packers had a strong season, but ultimately fell to the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Wild Card Round. While they were not awful last season, that game showed some cracks in the foundation. The Packers’ defense could not stop Saquon Barkley and failed to pressure Jalen Hurts. Lukas Van Ness recorded just […]

The Los Angeles Rams felt the effect of the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Divisional Round. While their linebackers allowed Saquon Barkley to run all over them, the Rams’ secondary also struggled to make the stops. It became an ongoing problem throughout the season, and something that often prevented LA from getting […]

The New Orleans Saints could look a lot different during the 2025 NFL season. New Orleans hired head coach Kellen Moore earlier this offseason, ushering in a new era for the storied franchise. And that is far from the only change the Saints have endured this offseason. Veteran Tyrann Mathieu shocked the Saints by announcing […]

The San Francisco 49ers are starting training camp with some question marks at wide receiver. Notably, Jauan Jennings has demanded a new contract, and there is a small chance he might not be in Santa Clara much longer. Brandon Aiyuk remains injured, and his return timeline is currently unknown. Therefore, this means Ricky Pearsall will […]

The EA FC 26 Gameplay Reveal has arrived, showing off the differences between Competitive & Authentic presets. Furthermore, this Deep Dive explained everything else from fundamental changes to quality of life improvements. Without further ado, let’s take a look. EA Sports FC 26 Gameplay Reveal – Everything You Need to Know Firstly, the biggest change […]

The Los Angeles Kings have made it to the playoffs for four straight years, falling in the first round to the Edmonton Oilers in each of those seasons. This led to the Kings parting ways with general manager Rob Blake and hiring Ken Holland. The new general manager would make a flurry of moves and […]