Could Sam Darnold find himself wearing an Indianapolis Colts uniform next season? As one of the top quarterback free agents of the offseason, the former USC star is likely to generate significant interest across the league. Currently with the Minnesota Vikings, Darnold could re-sign with the team. However, with rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy expected to…
Lamar Jackson’s outstanding season ended in disappointment as the Baltimore Ravens fell short to the Buffalo Bills, 27-25, in a Divisional Round showdown. The game came down to a failed two-point conversion attempt, sealing the loss for the Ravens. Jackson finished the game with 254 passing yards, completing 18 of 25 attempts, and throwing two…
The Indianapolis Colts are in serious need of depth in their secondary. While their starting defensive players—JuJu Brents, Kenny Moore II, Julian Blackmon, and Nick Cross—are solid, the team lacks depth at every position. This issue has been exacerbated by the news that one of Indy’s 2023 rookies has suffered his second major injury in…
The Minnesota Vikings made two updates to their defensive staff on Friday. Marcus Dixon will now serve as the defensive line coach, taking over from Chris Rumph, who recently joined Clemson University’s football staff after a couple of seasons with the Vikings. Rumph had also taken a leave of absence last season due to personal…
Between 2011 and 2021, the Milwaukee Brewers cycled through a different starting first baseman each Opening Day for 11 consecutive seasons. This stretch began with Prince Fielder’s final year with the club in 2011 and concluded with Rowdy Tellez making his first full-season debut in 2021. During this period, the Brewers experimented with various players…
The New York Knicks secured Jalen Brunson’s extension with a four-year, $156 million deal. Brunson decided to provide the Knicks with a significant $113 million discount upfront, enabling them to continue strengthening the roster and aiming for a championship. The anticipated additions of Mikal Bridges and an extension for OG Anunoby should address critical areas…
In a surprising decision likely driven by financial considerations, the Chicago Cubs have placed left-handed pitcher Drew Smyly on outright waivers. This move has captured the attention of teams with postseason hopes, such as the New York Mets. SI.com speculates that the Mets might consider acquiring Smyly. Joe Calabrese highlights that with a two-day window…
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has faced criticism for dismissing concerns about Tom Liberatore suffering a concussion during the club’s defeat to Essendon on Friday, despite the star player collapsing on the field at Marvel Stadium. Essendon rebounded from their previous AFL match with a decisive 29-point victory over the Western Bulldogs. The loss was…
Veteran pass rusher Jacob Martin signed a one-year contract with the Chicago Bears this offseason valued at just under $1.3 million. Martin, who is 28 years old, has played in 91 games since joining the league in 2018 and has started 15 of those games. Analysts, including Alyssa Barbieri of Bears Wire and The Athletic’s…
The Indiana Pacers just wrapped up their most successful season in a decade, reminiscent of the young Paul George-led team that reached consecutive Eastern Conference Finals against the Miami Heat superteam in 2013 and 2014. In the 2023-24 season, the Pacers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks and New York Knicks to advance to the Conference Finals,…