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‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ Release May Wreak Havoc on Sports Ratings

Steven Adams may have been joking when he issued his recent warning about a looming sports performance slump, but the big fella’s predictions about a huge video game franchise may prove to be no laughing matter for the leagues and their media partners. During a Q&A session with reporters late last month, the Houston Rockets […]

Mariners Target 9-Year Astros Veteran Amid Houston’s Uncertainty

Technically, Joe Espada is still with the Houston Astros, but after finishing with just .500 in the 2026 season, that might not be the case when the 2027 season opens. After 9 years with the Astros, Daniel Kramer just reported that “the Mariners will meet with Joe Espada for their managerial vacancy.” The Seattle Mariners […] The post Mariners Target 9-Year Astros Veteran Amid Houston’s Uncertainty appeared first on EssentiallySports .

AFC Notes: C.J. Stroud, Cam Ward, Jaguars, Texans, Titans

Jaguars Jaguars DT DaVon Hamilton said he wasn’t nervous after filling in as the deep snapper when LS Ross Matiscik got injured on the first snap of the game. “I wasn’t that nervous. It is what it is. You’ve got to do a job? Get it done. It worked out,” Hamilton said, via PFT. “They […] The post AFC Notes: C.J. Stroud, Cam Ward, Jaguars, Texans, Titans appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

‘It doesn’t matter’: Texans’ DeMeco Ryans Had a Strong Message on Marvin Harrison Jr.’s Past

Marvin Harrison Jr. has hit a reset button in his NFL career. After just two-plus seasons with the Arizona Cardinals, Harrison will be starting over in the AFC, particularly with the Houston Texans. The Texans acquired the former Ohio State Buckeyes star wide receiver along with a 2027 seventh-round pick from the Cardinals in exchange […] The post ‘It doesn’t matter’: Texans’ DeMeco Ryans Had a Strong Message on Marvin Harrison Jr.’s Past appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .

Dak Prescott’s ‘Embarrassing’ Heckler Issues Blunt Response After Alleged Job Loss

Dak Prescott looked like a quarterback on a roll after the Dallas Cowboys edged the Houston Texans 34-30 on October 4. Four days later, the mood changed fast at AT&T Stadium. A 24-16 loss to the winless Tampa Bay Buccaneers left Dallas at 2-3, and one word shouted in the tunnel kept the night in […] The post Dak Prescott’s ‘Embarrassing’ Heckler Issues Blunt Response After Alleged Job Loss appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .

Former Cardinals GM believes Arizona had another option before trading Marvin Harrison Jr.

GLENDALE — With Marvin Harrison Jr. traded out of Arizona, former Cardinals general manager Steve Keim believes the club could have handled the situation differently before deciding to make the deal. The Cardinals traded their former No. 4 overall draft pick to the Houston Texans after weeks of speculation and uneven production from the wide […]

Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase wins appeal after being fined $14,926 for controversial ‘people’s elbow’ celebration

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase was fined earlier in the season for a controversial celebration he called “the people’s elbow” during the club’s 20-6 Week 2 win over the Houston Texans. The league initially fined him a total of $14,926, but new reports say that Chase no longer has to pay the fine. The […] The post Bengals’ Ja’Marr Chase wins appeal after being fined $14,926 for controversial ‘people’s elbow’ celebration appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Texans vs. Jaguars bold predictions for NFL London Game in Week 6

The Houston Texans and Jacksonville Jaguars meet Sunday at Wembley Stadium with records that suggest a mismatch: Houston is 1-4, while Jacksonville is 4-1. But the numbers beneath those records leave room for a considerably less predictable afternoon in London. Jacksonville enters as a 2.5-point favorite after escaping Philadelphia 19-17. Houston finally broke through by […] The post Texans vs. Jaguars bold predictions for NFL London Game in Week 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Joe Espada’s Tenure With Astros Appears to Be Over

Joe Espada has been with the Houston Astros for nine years as bench coach and then manager. There does not appear to be a tenth year in his future. Last week, former Fox 26 Houston sports director Will Kunkel reported that the Astros would begin the search for both GM and manager after October 31: […]

Mariners interviewing Espada, per reports

The Seattle Mariners have received permission to interview Houston Astros manager Joe Espada, per reports. In normal circumstances, this would be quite unusual — a team granting a division rival permission to interview their manager for the rival team’s open managerial spot. However, this is the Houston Astros we are talking about, where circumstances are […]

NFL rumors: Khalil Mack trade buzz getting louder as Chargers flounder. How about a Bears reunion?

The Arizona Cardinals unofficially kicked off trade season when they dealt Marvin Harrison Jr. to the Houston Texans. Now, other struggling teams could follow suit in trading veterans for draft capital, and Khalil Mack is one name to watch out for. In fact, Jordan Schultz reported that he thinks the Los Angeles Chargers edge rusher […] The post NFL rumors: Khalil Mack trade buzz getting louder as Chargers flounder. How about a Bears reunion? appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Kendrick Bourne Emerging in Offense in New Role

Cardinals News: Kendrick Bourne Solid Waiver Wire Pickup Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Kendrick Bourne could be in line for a much bigger role after the team agreed to trade Marvin Harrison Jr. to the Houston Texans on Sunday. Harrison was inactive for Sunday’s 45-21 loss to the Detroit Lions as the Cardinals worked to finalize [...]

Cardinals rumors: Insider names another trade to watch after Marvin Harrison Jr., and it’s no surprise

The Arizona Cardinals traded Marvin Harrison Jr. (and a 2027 sixth-round pick) to the Houston Texans in exchange for a 2027 second-round pick and a 2027 seventh-round pick. With the club near the bottom of the rankings and the deadline quickly approaching, rumors suggest another big-name player on Arizona’s roster could be on the move […] The post Cardinals rumors: Insider names another trade to watch after Marvin Harrison Jr., and it’s no surprise appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Astros could lose manager Joe Espada to AL West rival

There have been no shortage of rumors and reports about Joe Espada’s future with the Houston Astros. While Houston technically reached the postseason this year, the ball club won just 81 games and was quickly eliminated in the American League Wild Card Series by the Chicago White Sox. Some rumors have suggested that Espada could […] The post Astros could lose manager Joe Espada to AL West rival appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Adam Silver Talks NBA Europe, EuroLeague, Prediction Markets, More

Appearing on CNBC ahead of the first of two Mavericks/Rockets games in Macao over the weekend, NBA commissioner Adam Silver expressed confidence that the NBA will work out an agreement to merge with the EuroLeague (video link). Reporting last week indicated that EuroLeague shareholders turned down the NBA’s initial proposal for a merger, but the […]

Titans offensive line comes back down to earth in Week 5

Everyone knew this Tennessee Titans offensive line was going to be tested versus the Houston Texans in Week 5. Prior to this matchup, they had been a surprising strength of a bad offense. The Texans’ defensive line definitely won the matchup. Titans quarterback Cam Ward was sacked on a season-high four occasions. We’ve seen worse […]

Cardinals Refused Marvin Harrison Jr.’S $50,000 Request Before Trading Him To Texans: Report

The Arizona Cardinals traded Marvin Harrison Jr. and a 2027 seventh-round pick to the Houston Texans. In return, the Cardinals received a second-round and a sixth-round pick for 2027 in a blockbuster move on Sunday right after the Texans beat the Titans. This comes amid the wide receiver’s request for a $50,000 machine, which was […] The post Cardinals Refused Marvin Harrison Jr.’S $50,000 Request Before Trading Him To Texans: Report appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .