College Football made its triumphant return this weekend, and Jalen Hurts was one big winner. The games for the most part went according to plan. No team in the top 10 lost, with most of them winning easily. There were some mild surprises below the top 10, with No. 11 […]
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Women’s US Open Update: Upsets, Coco, Tears and McCoco (VIDEO)
Teen phenom Coco Gauff met her match in top seed Naomi Osaka in the third round of the US Open. But Coco and partner Caty McNally — collectively known as “McCoco”– remain undefeated in women’s doubles. It’s been a week of upsets in the US Open Women’s Singles. US qualifier […]
Zach Moss Booms, Keilan Robinson Busts in Week 1 of DFS College Football
As is generally the case with DFS picks, some go boom and some are total busts. My Week 1 was no different. Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor ran wild, while Alabama true freshman RB Keilan Robinson barely played. These two were just some of the players who made a difference […]
Notre Dame 18-point Favorite Over Louisville for 2019 Debut
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. […]
Novak Djokovic Drops Out of US Open During Fourth-Round Match; Serena, Federer Advance
Novak Djokovic retired from his fourth-round match against Stan Wawrinka at the US Open on Sunday, ending his bid to win back-to-back titles and 17th overall Grand Slam title. Djokovic made the decision to retire due to a shoulder injury that has been bothering him for the last few weeks […]
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 […]
Kansas City Cheers Pending $1 Billion Royals Sale
The Kansas City Royals are about to be sold and no one could be happier than Kansas City. The estimated $1 billion sale to Kansas City native John Sherman should close sometime in November. Earlier this week, The Athletic broke the rumor that owner David Glass was in talks to […]
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 […]
Friday DFS College Football Picks: Some Utah State Love
Not initially expected to start, the redshirt sophomore has a basement salary on DK. But an injury to star wide receiver Trevon Bradford has thrust Flemings into a starting role for the Beavers.
Field Set for WNBA Playoffs, But Contenders Still Battling for Top Seeds
The field of eight teams that will compete in the WNBA playoffs is already set in stone, but the top teams will still be fighting down the stretch in order to secure key byes through the early rounds of the playoff bracket. Despite the fact that the league’s 12 teams […]
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. […]
US Open Coco-Mania: Gauff Beats Babos, Next Up McCoco Doubles
Cori “Coco” Gauff had fans on the edges of their Louis Armstrong Stadium seats on Thursday for her 6-2, 6-4,6-4 win over Timea Babos. But before her third-round singles match against No. 1 ranked Naomi Osaka, Gauff will team up with Caty McNally for her first round of US Open […]
Champions League Draw: English Clubs Avoid Most Dangerous Foes in Group Stage
England’s best soccer teams are celebrating, but other European powerhouses could have cause for concern following Thursday’s Champions League group stage draw. Manchester City should face little resistance in Group C, where they will be taking on Shakhtar Donetsk, Dinamo Zagreb, and Italian side Atalanta. Guardiola: Champions League Never Easy […]