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Blackhawks perfect storm, plus notes on Bedard, Byram, Kaiser & more
There’s no shortage of news and notes on the Chicago Blackhawks as we gear up for the start of the season on Sept. 29.
Harrison Smith's next interception will put him in legendary company
Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith needs one more interception to join a trio of Hall of Famers in an exclusive group this season.
Australian fans are already making Rams eat crow for hosting 49ers in Week 1
Data and word on the ground suggests that 49ers fans will outnumber Rams fans in Week 1 which isn't a shock based on LA's approach to the contest.
Jordan Phillips could be the Dolphins' biggest X-factor against the Raiders
The Miami Dolphins are going to face a team in transition to open the 2026 season, but defensively, it might be a second-year DT who creates the plays to win.
Sauce Gardner could earn a massive honor in first full Colts season
The Indianapolis Colts have an elite cornerback duo in Sauce Gardner and Charvarius Ward, but can both make an All-Pro team this season?
Caleb Downs could end a Defensive Rookie of the Year drought dating to 1990
Dallas Cowboys defensive back Caleb Downs is among the favorites to win the Defensive Rookie of the Year award in 2026.
Kyle Schwarber is closing in on one of Ryan Howard’s franchise records
Stay up to date on Kyle Schwarber's ranking on the Phillies' all-time single-season home run leaderboard by using this tracker, which will be updated after every home run.
Fantasy football start or sit Week 1: George Kittle, De’Zhaun Stribling, Brock Purdy
Some fantasy football start or sit advice for 49ers tight George Kittle, wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling and quarterback Brock Purdy.
J.J. McCarthy Demoted to QB3 After Losing Vikings QB Battle to Kyler Murray
You win some, you lose some. But in J.J. McCarthy’s case, he seems to have lost it all. First, the Minnesota Vikings‘ QB1 job slipped away to Kyler Murray. Then, Sunday’s game against the Green Bay Packers brought another blow, as Carson Wentz moved ahead of him for the backup role. In the span of […] The post J.J. McCarthy Demoted to QB3 After Losing Vikings QB Battle to Kyler Murray appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Cam Newton Refuses to Let Auburn Unretire His Jersey, Days After Jayden Daniels Controversy Struck LSU
Cam Newton has no interest in seeing Auburn turn his No. 2 into a hand-me-down. That stance might sound stubborn until you remember what he did in that jersey. And with former LSU QB Jayden Daniels recently pushing back after his old No. 5 was handed to another player, it makes his position even more […] The post Cam Newton Refuses to Let Auburn Unretire His Jersey, Days After Jayden Daniels Controversy Struck LSU appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills quick passing game will shape Week 1 vs. Texans
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is known league-wide for creating explosive plays outside the structure of the play call. When mere mortals hold the ball at quarterback, it usually leads to disaster. Late throws over the middle, risky tosses into triple coverage, sacks — you name it — and it often happens with later, off-schedule […]
Why Development on the Vikings Defensive Line is the Key to Success
With the exception of guys like Andrew Van Ginkel, the Vikings defensive line looks very youthful. The next-oldest is Jalen […]
NBA Rumors: Nets insider confirms worst-kept secret about Michael Porter Jr.
No team in the NBA appears farther away from winning a championship than the Brooklyn Nets, especially if a new report about Michael Porter Jr. is true.
Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers Reveals Challenge of Working With Mike McCarthy: ‘Tough Sometimes’
PITTSBURGH — For the first time since 2018, Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy will work together during a game on […]
Thursday BP: This is a Mike Krukow appreciation post
Good morning, baseball fans! My life has been in shambles for the past few months, between my day job, life, and the dumpster fire that is both reality and the San Francisco Giants 2026 season I’m just flying at the speed of light and trying to hold on. Which is why it has taken me […]
Falcons vs. Steelers: What will Week 1’s win or loss mean for Atlanta?
We’re at the starting line of yet another NFL season, as the Atlanta Falcons look to fight their way out of the wilderness. The team made headlines this offseason by cleaning house from top to bottom and replacing all of the primary decision makers in Flowery Branch, booting away Raheem Morris, Terry Fontenot and Rich […]
Thursday morning thoughts after a tough St. Louis Cardinals loss
The Bullpen is not a problem long-term I think most of you know this, but the bullpen is a 2026 specific problem. That isn’t to say that the Cardinals shouldn’t try to improve it in 2027, that isn’t to say they shouldn’t make changes. But bullpen doesn’t really work like other positions. Third base and […]
Chicago Cubs news — Kelly, PCA, Boyd, Ramirez
Today’s Reflections The gripes are legitimate. But there has to be something positive out of these last two days of back-to-back 4-3 losses, and losing the year-long series to the Brewers. That is — for these two games, the Cubs proved they can hang with the Brewers. The Team Up North was taken to the […]
Vets on the bubble: Who needs a good camp for the Penguins
Conventional wisdom states that a player with a big salary and years of NHL experience usually sticks with the NHL roster. The Penguins have been bucking that trend lately, starting with waiving goalie Tristan Jarry and sending him to the minors in the 2024-25 season. That continued in a major way last season in 2025-26 […]
EFL Cup | Millwall 0-1 Newcastle — Player Ratings: Mags Fight Hard, Escape The Den
Millwall. Historically, a notorious place for visitors. On a Tuesday night, no less. Against a team only two points off the pace in the Championship At least it wasn’t rainy and cold. Newcastle supporters under 50 may not understand or know about Millwall’s well-earned reputation from yesteryear. Which may explain the surprising level of optimism […]
Panthers vs Bears: Matchups to watch
The NFL season is off and running. We got our first ever Wednesday night opener and we’re going to get our first ever game in Australia of all places on Thursday. The league will get back to normal on Sunday, and the Carolina Panthers will play host to the Chicago Bears when that happens. These […]
‘It’s a global scandal’ – Deco hits out after Pedri and Raphinha miss out on Ballon d’Or nominations
Barcelona sporting director Deco has hit out after seeing Raphinha and Pedri left off the list of 2026 Ballon d’Or nominees. The two players are vital for club and country but were not among the 30 players on the final list for the prestigious prize that was announced this week. Deco says he can’t understand […]
By The Numbers: El Assico
Hate Week is almost over folks, and it’s been one for the ages (at least if the signs hanging off frat houses in Iowa City count for anything). There’s a whole new Cyclone team heading to Iowa City to play under the lights in the house that Hayden built, more than 80 of whom have […]
Mizzou should prioritize the Border War on the gridiron
There are few things in college sports more annoying, or in some cases tragic, than watching a rivalry get reduced to a scheduling footnote. That is where the Border War between Mizzou and kansas could be headed once again in the two major sports after 2026. The two schools have a pair of football games […]
Orioles minor league recap 9/10: Dzierwa gets back on track in Chesapeake win
Triple-A: Norfolk Tides 8, Memphis Redbirds (Cardinals) 4 This was a nice showing for the Norfolk offense, collecting eight runs on 12 hits and two walks. Enrique Bradfield Jr. had two of those hits, including a double, plus a walk, a run scored, and two RBI. Jud Fabian added a single, two RBI, and a […]
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