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Fascinatingly enough, the Kansas City Chiefs have more of a rich history around the tight end position than the wide receiver position. It’s very easy to laud the careers of Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez along with contemporary Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce. However, there have been quite a few studs to come through […]

Did the Minnesota Vikings add their next great wide receiver in the offseason? They are hoping that is the case when they selected LSU product Justin Jefferson in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft. The Vikings are a team with a rich history of great receivers—and Jefferson could be next in line. The […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have an identity as a hard-nosed franchise. Today, however, we’re going to talk about a position not traditionally known for its toughness. Rather, it’ll be about the best Steelers receivers in Pittsburgh history. Indeed, the Steelers dynasty of the 1970s became known as the “Steel Curtain” with fearsome defensive players like Jack […]

It’s been a long journey for the Seattle Seahawks. The franchise has been on a roller-coaster ride ever since they joined the NFL in the late 1970’s. Even if they’ve only made it to the promised land a few times, they’ve had their fare share of glory years and behind these successful seasons were a […]

The Dallas Cowboys came to existence in 1960 and began their rich history under head coach Tom Landry. Over the years, the Cowboys have employed legendary coaches, Hall of Fame quarterbacks, and champions all around. They are hoping for the same luck in the future. The Cowboys recently signed Amari Cooper to a five-year, $100 […]

Even the most avid of NBA fans are unable to keep a mental record of every team all the greats have ever played in. That’s just impossible. This is especially the case when these stints are rather forgettable or possibly short-lived. Aside from Shaquille O’Neal, Dwight Howard, and Penny Hardaway, a few more stars played […]

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard is the rare NBA superstar who doesn’t seem all that interested in promoting his brand on a daily basis. It’s not accurate to say he’s disinterested in marketing himself considering his ambitions to play in Los Angeles (though he does hail from Southern California), but Leonard—who is not on […]

The Charlotte Hornets have encountered quite an interesting legacy and historical lineage over the years as the Eastern Conference franchise has rebranded more than a few times. Whether it was the Charlotte Hornets, Charlotte Bobcats, New Orleans Hornets, or once again the Charlotte Hornets, one thing remains the same — this franchise has had a […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves are not exactly a marquee NBA franchise. Since entering the league in 1989, the Timberwolves have made it past the first round of the playoffs just once. What’s more, they have only made one postseason appearance since 2004. But that doesn’t mean some fine players haven’t come and go through the organization. […]

The most notable NBA dynasties are often defined by superstar duos (or trios). Bill Russell and Bob Cousy anchored the Boston Celtics in the 1960s. Larry Bird, Kevin McHale and Robert Parish carried that torch for the C’s in the 80s, though Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar led a pretty dominant Los Angeles Lakers group. […]

The Memphis Grizzlies have bred some amazing talent over the years with their hard-nose and grindhouse culture. The likes of Zach Randolph and Tony Allen have helped developed this identity that the organization still carries around up until today. Now, up-and-coming players such as Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. have sparked new hope into […]

Salt Lake City has been lucky in acquiring great talent over the years. Beyond the flashy likes of Donovan Mitchell or the old legends such as Karl Malone and John Stockton, the Utah Jazz has had a plethora of notable players that have donned the navy blue and gold. Here are the 5 best players […]

The New Orleans Pelicans franchise — which was called the New Orleans Hornets from 2002 to 2013 and also held the title of New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets due to the tragic events of Hurricane Katrina — has only had two Hall of Fame talents suit up for the club. Chris Paul and Anthony Davis established […]

The Washington Wizards franchise has consistently been home to talented players since becoming a pro team all the way back in 1961. Unfortunately, some players are remembered by fans more than others for a variety of reasons. With that said, we take a look at the five best Wizards players some fans may have forgotten […]

Tom Brady is out and Cam Newton is ready to take over the New England Patriots’ offense. The Pats have had a number quality players grace Foxborough through the years and as one MVP quarterback’s era end, another one gets to start anew. But before the spotlight is thrust back onto Cam and  how Head […]

The Atlanta Hawks have only one championship in franchise history despite some gifted players suiting up for the club. When someone mentions the Hawks franchise, the first few names that usually come to mind are Dominique Wilkins, Bob Pettit, Cliff Hagan, Doc Rivers and Lou Hudson. These players had successful careers with the franchise and […]

Some tremendously talented players have suited up for the Sacramento Kings since the franchise became a pro team all the way back in 1948. Unfortunately, since the Kings have only captured one championship in franchise history, fans often forget about a few players who have donned the Sacramento uniform. With that said, we take a […]

When someone mentions the Indiana Pacers, you usually think about Reggie Miller, Mel Daniels, Paul George, Jermaine O’Neal, Metta World Peace (Ron Artest) and George McGinnis. These players had successful careers with the Pacers and left their mark on the organization. However, there have been some players who have suited up for the Pacers that […]

From Walter Payton to Brian Urlacher, the Chicago Bears have rostered some great players throughout their history, including some who found most of their success with other teams. Here are five players you may have forgotten played for Chicago. 5. Santonio Holmes, 2014 A first-round pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2006, Holmes was a […]

Since joining the NFL in 1996, the Baltimore Ravens have been amongst the league’s most consistent and relevant franchises. They’ve won two Super Bowls, have produced multiple Hall of Famers and eras of contention, and now boast one of the NFL’s most innovative offenses centered on MVP Lamar Jackson. Prior to Jackson, Ravens football has […]

Despite having won just one NBA championship in their existence, the Portland Trail Blazers still boast a history of iconic players. Some of their most prominent superstars include Bill Walton (led the team to their only title in 1977), Clyde Drexler (led Portland to two NBA Finals appearances in the 1990s), and current superstar Damian […]

Coaches are key in the NBA. They bring out the abilities of every player on the team and stir their team to a championship. There is no question that one of the greatest coaches in league history is Phil Jackson. Jackson has won 229 postseason games, which is the most of any coach. These playoff […]

Playing in Hollywood (for most of their history anyway) means the Los Angeles Rams have had some iconic players over the years, but there are quite a few in franchise history who went relatively unnoticed, despite their status. Here are five players you may have forgotten played for the Rams. 5. Nick Foles, 2015 Foles […]

Isiah Thomas, Joe Dumars, Chauncey Billups, Chris Webber. These are just some of the biggest names that have made their mark on the Detroit Pistons franchise history. If you singled out Webber on the above list, then you probably didn’t know or perhaps completely forgot that the renowned 6-foot-9 big man actually once dawned the […]

Despite their inability to win an NBA title, the Phoenix Suns remain one of the most popular and recognizable basketball teams in the world. The team has employed an exciting style for years and have employed a lot of memorable players form multiple generations. Former MVPs Steve Nash and Charles Barkley are usually the first […]

The Minnesota Vikings have been a powerhouse in the NFC. They’ve won 20 division titles and managed to make it to the playoffs 30 times since entering the NFL in 1960. Though they’ve had quite a number of celebrated Hall of Famers wear their colors and take the field, there have also been a handful […]

Throughout history, the Denver Nuggets have had their fair share of great players. Most of these greats have made their mark in Nuggets franchise history, and for good reason. On the opposite side of the spectrum, however, there are also more than a few outstanding players whose respective tenures with the Nuggets have been forgotten […]

One of the NFL’s all-time great franchises, the Cleveland Browns haven’t experienced much success over the last 20 years, but the team has still rostered some of the league’s best players, in addition to some legends that aren’t remembered as Browns. Here are five players you may have forgotten played in Cleveland. 5. Jamal Lewis, […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are officially back. The NFC South franchise managed to land former New England Patriots quarterback and future Pro Football Hall of Famer Tom Brady this offseason. However, between a few lengthy runs of less than stellar play that should come to a halt in 2020, the Buccaneers strung together some impressive […]

The New Orleans Saints have a fabled history, in their franchise’s run, of some of the premier pass-catchers in the NFL. Strangely enough, despite many Pro Bowl appearances and other accolades, no primarily Saints wideout has gone to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, though. In spite of that factoid, here are the five best […]

The departure of Kevin Durant from the Golden State Warriors came at no surprise. Rumors and speculation had become so rampant at the time that it was only a matter of when, rather than if. A ton of drama surrounded Durant in his final season with talks of mismanagement with regards to his injuries, clashing […]

Denver Broncos legend John Elway has been doing well for himself since leaving the NFL, parlaying his football career into different endeavors off the turf. Of course, you could say that none of this would have been possible if the Stanford grad did achieve everything he did while he was in a Broncos jersey. And […]

Big men play a critical role, when it comes to winning games. They protect the rim, grab rebounds, and control the paint with authority. Furthermore, their size and ability to make an impact in the shaded area often demands the defenses’ attention. Today, we’re going to look at the top international big men in the […]

Throughout their 87-year history, the Philadelphia Eagles have experienced nearly every high and low the NFL has to offer. The team has boasted some all-time legends, but has also rostered some players that are not associated with the team. Here are five you may have forgotten played in Philly. 5. Cullen Jenkins, 2011-2012 A part […]

Since entering the league in 2011, Kawhi Leonard has recorded a handful of intriguing stat lines with the San Antonio Spurs, Toronto Raptors and Los Angeles Clippers. As the resume season approaches on July 30, let’s take a look back at some of Kawhi Leonard’s most intriguing statlines. 5. 35 points against the Los Angeles […]

There have been many iconic quarterbacks in the NFL, but few are in the same realm as the great Brett Favre. Brett Favre, who played majority of his professional career with the Green Bay Packers, was one of the most dominant playmakers in the 1990s. His 11-time selection in the Pro Bowl throughout his career […]

Much like any other franchise in the NBA, the Philadelphia 76ers have also had a myriad of players that have sported the Sixers uniform at one point in their careers. Some of them spent most or even their entire career with the team, while others had tenures that were short-lived. Guys like Allen Iverson, Charles […]

The Cleveland Cavaliers franchise has pretty much been defined by heartbreak over the years. The entire city, after all, failed to win a title in any major league sport for 52 years, up until the Cavs broke the curse in 2016. That moment of redemption was indeed sweet, but the Cavs organization has been imbued […]

It is no secret that the Pittsburgh Steelers are one of the most heralded and highly-regarded organizations in NFL history, which can be said about the AFC North franchise both many years ago and at the present moment. Currently tied with the New England Patriots for the most Super Bowl titles of all time, the […]