Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly knows that Louisville is capable of an upset Monday. He just wants his team to realize it. The No. 9 Fighting Irish are traveling to the Cardinals for their debut game of the 2019 season as an 18-point favorite. There is motivation for the team. […]
NFC North Teams Hoping New Personnel Can Shift Fortunes
The NFC North has several new identities this season. Matt LaFleur is the new coach with the Green Bay Packers, and that will bring a new offensive philosophy. Chicago has a new kicker with Eddy Pineiro after losing a heartbreaker on a missed field goal in the playoffs. Detroit has […]
NFC South Stars Julio Jones, Cam Newton Ready to Bounce Back from Injuries
The NFC South has some of the most dynamic playmakers in the league. Atlanta’s Julio Jones and Michael Thomas of New Orleans, are two of the biggest wide receivers in the game. The division also has a couple of stars in the making with New Orleans defensive end Marcus Davenport […]
Expect Derrius Guice, Saquon Barkley to Run NFC East Teams
The NFC East could be the most competitive division in the league this year. There are four teams that could legitimately finish first, making key players even more valuable. Running backs Derrius Guice of Washington, and Saquon Barkley of the Giants will be pivotal for offensive success. This is also […]
NFC West’s Kupp, Pugh, Kittle Work in Shadow of Star Teammates
The NFC West is stocked with talent, especially at quarterback. The Rams have Jared Goff, Seattle Russell Wilson, and San Francisco Jimmy Garoppolo. Arizona’s Kyler Murray, the No. 1 pick in the draft, joins the trio. Though they have more name recognition, other players will play a crucial role to […]
Daniel Suarez Leads Playoff Bubble Boys to Southern 500 at Darlington
There are two NASCAR races remaining, including this Sunday night’s Southern 500, and drivers at the cutoff point for the Monster Energy Cup playoffs are starting to feel the pressure. Several drivers are hovering around the bubble, and need to make a move either here at Darlington, or next week […]
AFC West Player Issues More Off Field than On
The AFC West teams may have more issues with its players off than field than on it. Los Angeles Charger running back Melvin Gordon is in the midst of a contract dispute, and didn’t report to camp. Kansas City Chief wide receiver Tyreek Hill needs to stay out of trouble. […]
Buffalo has Healthy Concern Over Center Mitch Morse
There is no doubt Buffalo’s Mitch Morse is a crucial member of the Bill’s offensive line. The team made him the highest paid center in the league, but could have buyer’s remorse if he can’t stay healthy. The New England Patriots got suspended Josh Gordon back, and want to keep […]
Ryan Fitzpatrick Wins Starting Quarterback Job in Miami
Ryan Fitzpatrick has won the quarterback battle in Miami. Coach Brian Flores named the 15-year veteran as the starting signal caller for the team’s Week 1 regular season opener on Sept. 8. The Dolphins host the Baltimore Ravens and opened as a four-point underdog. The line has moved to 5.5 […]
DeMarcus Cousins Trying to Boogie Out of Jail Time with Domestic Violence Charge
DeMarcus Cousins, nicknamed Boogie, might be rehabbing his injured knee in the slammer. The Mobile, Alabama police department issued an arrest warrant for the injured Los Angeles Laker for an incident with the mother of his 7-year-old son. Cousins has been charged with third-degree harassing communications, a domestic violence misdemeanor […]
Couch Potatoes Will Revel in Saturday’s College Football Fan’s Dream Lineup
It will be a college football fan’s dream on Saturday as six of the top 10 teams in the AP Top 25 are in action. The No. 2 team Alabama hosts Duke, No. 3 Georgia is at Vanderbilt, No. 5 Ohio State hosts Florida Atlantic, Middle Tennessee is at No. […]
Army, Big 10 Teams Look for Repeat of Successful 2018 Season
The Big 10 rules College football on Friday as four of the eight games feature teams from that conference. Two of those teams are ranked in the AP Top 25. Michigan State, which is No. 18, and No. 19 Wisconsin are both playing on Friday. MSU hosts Tulsa, and is […]
Cowboys Owner Jerry Jones Backpedals on Elliott Being Signed by Season Opener
After ensuring fans and reporters that running back Ezekiel Elliott would have a deal and end his holdout, owner Jerry Jones is backtracking. Jones said Wednesday on a local radio show that Elliott might not be signed and ready to play by the team’s Sept. 8th opener against the New […]
Kyle Larson Crashes Top 16 of Monster Energy Cup Standings, Ready for Playoffs
Kyle Larson is never comfortable when it comes to qualifying for the Monster Energy Cup Playoffs. But the driver for Chip Ganassi Racing, can breathe a little easier. Larson is in 11th place in the standing with two races remaining, and the top 16 make it. That should put the […]
AFC South Bets: Can Big Names Bring Big Contract ROI?
Every team has a player that they can’t be without. Now, with the 2019 season about to start, Malcolm Butler needs to play up to his big contract, while Nick Foles has to show he can lead a team other than the Eagles. This is the latest in a series […]
AFC Central Bets: Why Lamar Jackson, Joe Mixon, Greg Robinson, Cameron Heyward Must Deliver
Every team in the NFL has a player that they can’t be without. Baltimore’s Lamar Jackson, 22, needs to prove management made the right decision when they selected him over Joe Flacco as the starting quarterback. Cincinnati’s Joe Mixon has to carry the load and stay healthy. This is the […]
Freddie Kitchens Cooking Up Support for NFL Coach of the Year
The betting public has shown their love for the Cleveland Browns, so it’s no surprise that their coach Freddie Kitchens is getting equal admiration. The first-year coach is the overwhelming favorite at several sportsbooks. The first is Bovada, which lists him at 13/2. The next closest is San Francisco 49ers […]
NFL Preseason Betting: Battles for Playing Time, Roster Spots at Stake in Week 4
There are eight teams with undefeated records going into NFL preseason Week 4, Buffalo, New England, Baltimore, Pittsburgh, Oakland, New York Giants, Minnesota, and San Francisco. At least two of them will have a loss after Thursday since they are playing one another. The Ravens and 49ers have the best […]
Big Point Spreads with Clemson, Texas A&M, UCF Highlight College Football Opening Night
College football opening night is finally here, and there are seven big games amongst the 27 scheduled for Thursday, including Clemson. Four of those feature spreads of 24 points or more. The No. 1 team in the country Clemson hosts Georgia Tech and is favored by 37 points. No. 12 […]
Brooks Koepka Wins PGA Tour Player of the Year over Rory McIlroy
Brooks Koepka might have won PGA Tour Player of the Year on Monday, but runner up Rory McIlroy got a nice consolation prize. McIlroy won the Tour Championship on Sunday and claimed $15 million. Besides McIlroy picked up some hardware on Monday. He won the Vardon Trophy, awarded to the […]