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Atlanta Hawks 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview

The Atlanta Hawks were one of the NBA’s biggest surprises in the 2025-26 season. They went 19-5 over their last 24 games, which allowed the Hawks to finish 10 games above .500 at 46-36. Though they fell to the eventual champion New York Knicks, they pushed them further than any team did in the playoffs. […] The post Atlanta Hawks 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead .

What Has Been Causing Jaylen Waddle’s Wacky Start?

When the Broncos acquired Jaylen Waddle in March, expectations were sky-high. After a long offseason, fans were eager to finally watch him on the field with Bo Nix. Fast forward three weeks, and the results are not exactly what the fans expected. Already, the Waddle experience has been topsy-turvy, leaving fans wondering why it hasn’t […] The post What Has Been Causing Jaylen Waddle’s Wacky Start? appeared first on The Lead .

What Is Zach LaVine’s Fate with the Sacramento Kings?

The Sacramento Kings are stuck in the middle. With all their bad contracts, Sacramento has limited flexibility to do what they want. All throughout the offseason, Kings fans have been building trade ideas in which our veterans find new homes. The team seems to, and should, be entering a rebuild, after all. However, even while […] The post What Is Zach LaVine’s Fate with the Sacramento Kings? appeared first on The Lead .

What Are Braves’ Biggest Keys in the NLDS to Defeat Dodgers?

After a hard-fought and emotional Wild Card series win versus the Philadelphia Phillies, the Atlanta Braves will turn their attention to the NLDS. It won’t be easy, as the Braves will have to play the back-to-back defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Atlanta went 5-1 this season versus Los Angeles, but that doesn’t matter in the […] The post What Are Braves’ Biggest Keys in the NLDS to Defeat Dodgers? appeared first on The Lead .

In Yankees-Rays, Who Has the Position-By-Position Edge?

The New York Yankees just defeated the Boston Red Sox in the Wild Card round, two games to none. They dominated the series, outscoring Boston 18-2 over the two games. Now, they will face the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League Division Series. Tampa Bay had an impressive regular season, finishing with a 98-64 […] The post In Yankees-Rays, Who Has the Position-By-Position Edge? appeared first on The Lead .

Who Will Win Each MLB Playoffs Division Series?

While eight Wild Card teams were busy knocking each other out this week, four sleeping giants of the Major League Baseball season have been watching. It’s time for the Division Series of the 2026 MLB Postseason. 100-win tyrants, darlings, division matchups, MVPs. Eight of baseball’s best square up in the brief yet explosive best-of-five series. […] The post Who Will Win Each MLB Playoffs Division Series? appeared first on The Lead .

MLB

Chicago Bulls 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview

The Chicago Bulls start the 2026-27 season in a place that should feel unfamiliar to anyone who has followed this team over the past few years: the beginning of an actual rebuild. Last season was another disappointing chapter, as Chicago finished 31-51 and missed the playoffs for the fourth season in a row. The Bulls […] The post Chicago Bulls 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead .

The Saints Finally Found Their Post-Brees Answer in Tyler Shough

Since Drew Brees retired from football, the New Orleans Saints have struggled to replace the Hall of Famer. This has featured a brutal cast of Jameis Winston, Trevor Siemian, Ian Book, Andy Dalton, Taysom Hill, Derek Carr, and Spencer Rattler. Some thought Rattler, a 2024 fifth round pick, could be the long-term answer. But after […] The post The Saints Finally Found Their Post-Brees Answer in Tyler Shough appeared first on The Lead .

Inside the Minecraft City Mike Tomlin Kept Secret for 12 Years

Mike Tomlin has entered a new stage of his life, going from longtime Pittsburgh Steelers head coach to an NBC analyst on Football Night in America. However, since 2014, one thing has remained with him through winning seasons and Super Bowl runs: Minecraft. On September 30th, Tomlin, alongside his son, Dino, released the first episode […] The post Inside the Minecraft City Mike Tomlin Kept Secret for 12 Years appeared first on The Lead .

Joey Porter Jr. Just Needs to Steady the Ship for the Cowboys

In the dead of night, Jerry Jones traded a second- and sixth-round pick for cornerback Joey Porter. Naturally, all of Dallas erupted. Any improvement to the defense is welcome at this point. Many want this trade to finally vault Dallas’ defense into the league’s top tier. Simply put, there are too many holes for that […] The post Joey Porter Jr. Just Needs to Steady the Ship for the Cowboys appeared first on The Lead .

Can the Panthers Defy the Odds on Sunday Night Football?

Last week’s game took a heavy toll on Panthers fans, not only mentally in the loss but physically with the laundry list of accumulated injuries. But like the forward march of time, the Panthers must move on. They press ahead into what is arguably the most important game of the season so far. It is […] The post Can the Panthers Defy the Odds on Sunday Night Football? appeared first on The Lead .

Saints’ Chase Young Quietly Emerging as Top NFL Pass Rusher

If you asked an average NFL fan who Chase Young is, he could probably tell you. Yet the label ‘bust’ would be more likely to grace his lips than “one of the NFL’s premier pass rushers.” Nonetheless, the latter would be an accurate description. The former second-overall pick has reinvented himself in the Big Easy, […] The post Saints’ Chase Young Quietly Emerging as Top NFL Pass Rusher appeared first on The Lead .

What’s the New York Yankees Path to Dethroning the Rays?

For just the second time, the New York Yankees will meet the Tampa Bay Rays in the playoffs. Coming off a decisive Wild Card victory against Boston, outscoring them 18-2 without Aaron Judge. The Yankees’ next hurdle will test whether their red-hot momentum can carry over as they look to dethrone the division champs. Beating […] The post What’s the New York Yankees Path to Dethroning the Rays? appeared first on The Lead .

Who Are the Biggest Fantasy Football Surprises So Far?

​The NFL season is three weeks deep and has already delivered plenty of surprises. The same is true for fantasy football. Some players have fallen short of expectations, while others have exceeded them. ​One universal truth in fantasy football is that you can’t always predict who’s going to break out. This year, three players have […] The post Who Are the Biggest Fantasy Football Surprises So Far? appeared first on The Lead .

NFL

How Can Dailyn Swain Earn Minutes in Chicago?

The Chicago Bulls drafted Dailyn Swain 15th overall and spent July pretending Summer League was a job interview for point guard of the future. He went 4-31 from the field, and the internet lost its mind. Now camp is open, Coach Tiago Splitter is calling him “night and day” from Las Vegas, and the same […] The post How Can Dailyn Swain Earn Minutes in Chicago? appeared first on The Lead .

Eli Manning: The Hall of Famer?

“For most of my life, people have called me ‘Easy.’ Believe me, there is nothing easy about today. Wellington Mara always said, ‘Once a Giant, always a Giant.’ For me, it’s only a Giant.” On Friday, January 24, 2020, Eli Manning officially hung up his helmet and headed for the exit on a truly one-of-a-kind […] The post Eli Manning: The Hall of Famer? appeared first on The Lead .

What Can Anaheim Ducks Fans Look Forward to This Season?

The biggest off-season news was the signing of two Anaheim Ducks powerhouse forwards: 22-year-old Cutter Gauthier and 21-year-old Leo Carlsson. After being traded to the Anaheim Ducks two years ago in 2024, Cutter Gauthier was finally signed on for another six years on an $81 million contract. There was concern about whether Anaheim could come […] The post What Can Anaheim Ducks Fans Look Forward to This Season? appeared first on The Lead .

Logan Henderson Compliments Misiorowski Perfectly for Brewers

There isn’t much hype around pitchers in the Milwaukee Brewers’ starting rotation other than Jacob Misiorowski. But there should be, as Logan Henderson has been impressive in his own right. He doesn’t have the flashy, overpowering fastball like Misiorowski. Nothing about Henderson is eye-popping. He’s a bit old school. He throws a 93-94 mph fastball, […] The post Logan Henderson Compliments Misiorowski Perfectly for Brewers appeared first on The Lead .

Kawhi Leonard Makes Toronto a Contender Again

With the summer of 2026 coming to a close, Kawhi Leonard has officially joined the Toronto Raptors after months of agonizing waiting.   Now, with Leonard on the team alongside Scottie Barnes, RJ Barrett, and Immanuel Quickley, the Raptors have put together a very solid foursome capable of scoring, facilitating, and defending well. Adding a […] The post Kawhi Leonard Makes Toronto a Contender Again appeared first on The Lead .

Philadelphia 76ers 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview

The Philadelphia 76ers enter the 2026-27 season with a problem most NBA teams would love to have: too many stars. After years of trying to build a championship roster around Joel Embiid, Philadelphia completely flipped the script this summer. Paul George, Quentin Grimes, Kelly Oubre Jr., and Andre Drummond are out. Jaylen Brown is in, […] The post Philadelphia 76ers 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead .

NBA

The Commanders’ Season Isn’t Dead After All

When Jayden Daniels went down on the last play before halftime against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 2, many Washington Commanders fans saw flashes of last season, RGIII’s injury saga and a future of winless football. Since then, Commanders fans have caught multiple breaks and maybe even a little hope for a season of compelling football. Sunday’s […] The post The Commanders’ Season Isn’t Dead After All appeared first on The Lead .

What Should San Jose Sharks Fans Look for in Season Opener?

The long wait is finally over. San Jose Sharks hockey is back—and with it comes their most anticipated season in a while. The expectation is no longer to simply be competitive, catch teams by surprise, or play spoiler; it’s to return to the postseason and be a constant threat all year long.  On Thursday, Oct. […] The post What Should San Jose Sharks Fans Look for in Season Opener? appeared first on The Lead .

Can the Los Angeles Chargers Recover From an 0-3 Start?

The Chargers entered the year with high expectations after a disappointing end to their previous season, losing to the New England Patriots in the Wild Card Round. Los Angeles made a major addition to its coaching staff this offseason by bringing in former Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel, fueling optimism that his offensive expertise […] The post Can the Los Angeles Chargers Recover From an 0-3 Start? appeared first on The Lead .

5 Things We Learned From the Bears’ Statement Win Over the Eagles

The Chicago Bears completely controlled the game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night. After a loss to the Vikings a week before, this Week 3 matchup was expected to be a major test for the Bears. However, Chicago delivered one of its most impressive performances of the young season, defeating the Eagles 27-7 at […] The post 5 Things We Learned From the Bears’ Statement Win Over the Eagles appeared first on The Lead .

Never Count Out the Pittsburgh Steelers

Once again, the Pittsburgh Steelers have proven that they cannot be counted out. After one of the worst games in recent memory, scoring just three points, the Steelers regrouped and bounced back, scoring 30 points in a win.  Bengals Come to Pittsburgh Undefeated https://twitter.com/Steelersdepot/status/2102818445754806301?s=20 After starting 2-0, everyone was hyping up the Cincinnati Bengals, rightfully […] The post Never Count Out the Pittsburgh Steelers appeared first on The Lead .