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Flagrant Magazine Founder Ashtyn Butuso Is Basketball’s Next Media Titan
Magazines have immortalized some of basketball’s best players through spectacular imagery. From SLAM to Street & Smith’s, they’ve always played an essential role in spreading the game worldwide. Some magazines have gotten lost in the shuffle of online sports media. However, that cannot be said of Ashtyn Butuso’s Flagrant Magazine, one of the most popular […] The post Flagrant Magazine Founder Ashtyn Butuso Is Basketball’s Next Media Titan appeared first on The Lead .
Which Prospect Makes the Utah Mammoth Roster this Year?
The start of school and brisk air mean one thing: September’s arrival. While many clamor for the return of football, NHL fans set their sights on a harder-hitting sport. Hockey returns Sept. 19, 2026, with preseason action. The preseason helps ease rosters back into hockey’s rigors. But it also creates opportunities for players to make […] The post Which Prospect Makes the Utah Mammoth Roster this Year? appeared first on The Lead .
What Do the New Jersey Devils Need to Address to Succeed?
The New Jersey Devils have officially entered the Sunny Mehta era, and with that come all of the changes that accompany a new GM. The Devils have consistently struggled to reach the postseason, with only four playoff appearances in the last 15 years. Their recent history of incompatible GMs, head coaches, and players who don’t […] The post What Do the New Jersey Devils Need to Address to Succeed? appeared first on The Lead .
How Can the Panthers Pull Off the Week One Upset?
The NFL is finally back. After a summer that felt like forever, Week One has finally arrived, bringing with it the answers to months of speculation, questions, and concerns. The Carolina Panthers have a daunting task in front of them to kick off their 2026 campaign, opening the season at home against the Chicago Bears. […] The post How Can the Panthers Pull Off the Week One Upset? appeared first on The Lead .
Trust Is Earned — The Story of ESPN’s Vincent Goodwill
Whether he believes it or not, Vincent Goodwill has established himself as one of the most trusted voices in the NBA media landscape. With appearances on national television on First Take and Get Up, Goodwill has become a respected presence across NBA media. When he’s not on television, he’s sharing his sharp basketball insight on […] The post Trust Is Earned — The Story of ESPN’s Vincent Goodwill appeared first on The Lead .
The Cowboys’ Most Surprising 53-Man Roster Decisions
On Sunday, Aug. 30, all 32 NFL teams had to submit their 53-man rosters for the 2026 NFL season. While most of the Cowboys’ roster decisions were expected, several surprising moves caught the attention of fans and analysts. From leaving preseason standouts off the roster to questionable depth at key positions, Dallas has certainly raised […] The post The Cowboys’ Most Surprising 53-Man Roster Decisions appeared first on The Lead .
A Game-by-Game Prediction for the Cardinals’ 2026 Season
The Cardinals enter their 2026 campaign in a rough but promising spot after a very disappointing 2025 season. It was a year of injuries, blowout losses, and forgettable performances. Now, Arizona is entering a new era in the valley. It may be a shaky start to this new regime in Arizona, as the Cardinals have […] The post A Game-by-Game Prediction for the Cardinals’ 2026 Season appeared first on The Lead .
Jonah Elliss Will Have a Breakout Year for the Denver Broncos
After a dominant 2025 campaign, plenty of eyes will be on the Denver Broncos this season. Or, more specifically, on their defense. Denver’s defense wreaked havoc all season long, leading the league in sacks with a whopping 68. In fact, they had 11 more than the second-place Falcons. They also finished top three in yards […] The post Jonah Elliss Will Have a Breakout Year for the Denver Broncos appeared first on The Lead .
Will the Yankees’ Lack of Lineup Balance Be an Issue in October?
You could say that the Yankees’ lineup is built for the short porch in Yankee Stadium’s left field. Their cast of left-handed bats well outweighs their right-handed counterparts. Left-handed hitters account for 59.5% of the plate appearances taken by the Yankees this season. This wasn’t exactly the envisioned lineup construction at the start of the […] The post Will the Yankees’ Lack of Lineup Balance Be an Issue in October? appeared first on The Lead .
Can the Yankees Count on Aaron Judge to Save Their Season?
After 99 days on the injured list, Aaron Judge has been activated for his return to the New York Yankees. For three agonizing months, Yankees fans have been holding their breath, waiting for this news. Finally, on day 100, the captain is back in the Bronx. Judge took his first swings since May 31 on […] The post Can the Yankees Count on Aaron Judge to Save Their Season? appeared first on The Lead .
Which New NFL Coaches Will Make the Biggest Impact in 2026?
10 NFL franchises made changes to their head coaching position during the offseason, tying the record for most head-coaching changes in a single offseason. As the season kicks off, which of these new hires will make the biggest impact on the 2026 season? This is based on how much each coach could improve his team’s […] The post Which New NFL Coaches Will Make the Biggest Impact in 2026? appeared first on The Lead .
Should the Bills start Dorian Williams or Kaleb Elarms-Orr Week 1?
With rosters set and the first NFL games kicking off this week, many teams still have difficult decisions to make. For the Buffalo Bills, it comes down to who should start at the other inside linebacker position next to Terrel Bernard. The team will have to decide between the fourth-year Tulane product, Dorian Williams, and […] The post Should the Bills start Dorian Williams or Kaleb Elarms-Orr Week 1? appeared first on The Lead .
Which Stars Are Most Likely to Bust in 2026 NFL Fantasy Season?
Fantasy football season is here, and with it come classic questions that keep managers awake at night. Despite years of consistent scoring, is this the time David Montgomery declines? Or what about Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who had a brilliant year and can’t possibly regress? Better yet, is Brian Thomas Jr. even worth a pick? While not […] The post Which Stars Are Most Likely to Bust in 2026 NFL Fantasy Season? appeared first on The Lead .
It’s Now or Never for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens
The Baltimore Ravens are in a do-or-die situation this year. Since drafting Lamar Jackson, Baltimore has been a perennial Super Bowl contender. Since 2018, the team has made the playoffs six times, won four divisional titles, finished with the AFC’s number-one seed twice, and made one AFC Championship appearance. But as the years go on […] The post It’s Now or Never for Lamar Jackson and the Ravens appeared first on The Lead .
What Did 2026 MLB Preseason Projections Get Wrong?
There’s a difference between predictions and projections. Predictions are human thoughts and analysis that try to guess an outcome. For example, each fan base predicts that their team will win the World Series. Human thoughts come with human error, which makes incorrect predictions justifiable when the Los Angeles Angels don’t win the World Series. Then […] The post What Did 2026 MLB Preseason Projections Get Wrong? appeared first on The Lead .
Gannon’s Defense, Love’s Leap Will Determine Green Bay Packers’ Season
Opening the season on the road is never easy. However, if the last ten years say anything about the Packers and opening kickoff, it’s that they’ve been tough to deal with. A 7-3 record in Week 1 shows the success they’ve had early in the year. Several major changes to the Packers will shape what […] The post Gannon’s Defense, Love’s Leap Will Determine Green Bay Packers’ Season appeared first on The Lead .
How Do Phillies Stack Up Against National League’s Best Teams?
The Phillies opened the year with a disastrous 9-19 start, leading to manager Rob Thomson‘s firing. They then hired Don Mattingly. Since then, the Phillies have made a dramatic turnaround, now sitting at 81-63, the fifth-best record in the National League. A fifth-straight appearance in the postseason seems to be the team’s destiny. But the […] The post How Do Phillies Stack Up Against National League’s Best Teams? appeared first on The Lead .
Stan Kroenke Is a Great Choice to Guide the Los Angeles Angels’ Fresh Start
On September 1, the Los Angeles Angels put out a team statement saying that current owner Arte Moreno will be selling the team to Kroenke Sports & Entertainment. In an MLB record $4 billion sale, Moreno is leaving the Halos family after 23 years. https://twitter.com/Angels/status/2094858443966603635?s=20 The sale is expected to become official in the first […] The post Stan Kroenke Is a Great Choice to Guide the Los Angeles Angels’ Fresh Start appeared first on The Lead .
NFC 2026 Season Preview
The NFL season is just around the corner, and it’s time to give a preview of the NFC. League-altering moves have reshaped the landscape, and the top of the conference looks historically strong. For each NFC team, there’ll be an offseason grade, their record floor and ceiling, and an overall outlook to help determine where […] The post NFC 2026 Season Preview appeared first on The Lead .
AFC 2026 Season Preview
The NFL season is just around the corner, and it’s time to give a preview of the AFC. The conference looks as competitive as ever, with former Super Bowl squads returning to full health and younger teams shaping up as contenders. Between grading each team’s offseason, their record floor and ceiling, and the overall outlook, […] The post AFC 2026 Season Preview appeared first on The Lead .
Why Nuggets Fans Should Believe Jokić’s ‘Okay’ Prediction
Nikola Jokić does not do empty optimism. So when the three-time MVP was asked about the Denver Nuggets’ decision to trade Peyton Watson and offered a calm assessment of the team’s future, it carried more weight than the usual offseason platitudes. After leading Serbia past Victor Wembanyama and France in a FIBA World Cup […] The post Why Nuggets Fans Should Believe Jokić’s ‘Okay’ Prediction appeared first on The Lead .
Seven Years Later, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Won the Trade
When the Los Angeles Clippers dealt a 20-year-old Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the move seemed like the ultimate push to put the Clippers in championship contention. Yes, the Clippers gave up a haul of future picks, but they formed their dream star duo of Paul George and Kawhi Leonard. As much promise […] The post Seven Years Later, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Won the Trade appeared first on The Lead .
8 NFL Head Coaches Who Are Most Likely to Get Fired Next
The NFL’s coaching carousel is a bottomless well of drama and disappointment. Every so often, a team finds its gem — Mike MacDonald, Kyle Shanahan, Sean McVay (hey Cardinals, fans are looking at you to round out the division of death). But more often than not these days, a coach flames out after two or […] The post 8 NFL Head Coaches Who Are Most Likely to Get Fired Next appeared first on The Lead .
VJ Edgecombe’s FIBA Performance Shows Sixers He’s Ready
The talented, promising combo guard VJ Edgecombe is quietly showing how he’ll develop into his role this upcoming NBA season. From midsummer into the start of the NBA season, international players return to their home countries. They do so in hopes of helping the team qualify for the FIBA World Cup. Since most fans don’t […] The post VJ Edgecombe’s FIBA Performance Shows Sixers He’s Ready appeared first on The Lead .
Dillon Thieneman Has More Pressure on Him Than Expected
When the Chicago Bears selected Dillon Thieneman with the 25th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, there was already going to be pressure. First-round picks are expected to contribute, and Thieneman was viewed as a player talented enough to compete for a starting role immediately. But the circumstances around him have changed. What was […] The post Dillon Thieneman Has More Pressure on Him Than Expected appeared first on The Lead .
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