JJ Redick Calls Out LeBron James’ Lack of Calls After Lakers’ Game 2 Loss to SGA, Thunder
Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick was unhappy with the officiating of his team’s Friday night loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals. “LeBron has the worst whistle of any star player I’ve ever seen,” Redick told reporters after Friday’s loss. The Lakers
Pats have reportedly made massive Mike Vrabel decision
Following the latest update regarding the controversy involving New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and longtime NFL reporter Dianna Russini, whispers surfaced suggesting that Vrabel could “take a leave of absence” for the 2026 season. It appears that’s currently the only way he won’t remain with the Patriots this offseason. Robert Kraft has made
Carson Wentz says he’s healthy and “ready to roll”
Carson Wentz’s 2025 season ended with a left shoulder injury that required surgery in October. He originally injured his shoulder Oct. 5, while playing in place of starter J.J. McCarthy. Wentz played through a dislocated shoulder that included a torn labrum and fractured socket until he couldn’t. The veteran quarterback,
NFL Draft Pick Signings: 5/7/26
A slew of rookies signed their first NFL contracts on Thursday. Here’s a look… Arizona Cardinals WR Reggie Virgil (fifth round, Texas Tech) LB Karson Sharar (sixth round, Iowa) OT Jayden Williams (seventh round, Ole Miss) Atlanta Falcons WR Zachariah Branch (third round, Georgia) LB Kendal Daniels (fourth round, Oklahoma)
49ers enjoying presence of “alpha” WR Mike Evans
The 49ers secured a significant addition to their offense in March by signing veteran receiver Mike Evans. While Evans will be 33 in August, he was still considered one of the top talents available at receiver this offseason. The 2025 season was the first in Evans’ career that he did
Browns have reportedly made Brendan Sorsby decision
The Cleveland Browns’ quarterback competition involving Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders had an interesting twist when Tony Grossi of ESPN Cleveland/The Land on Demand reported that the club could be interested in Texas Tech Red Raiders signal-caller Brendan Sorsby if he were to enter this year’s supplemental draft for the NFL. It sounds like
Adrian Peterson Jr. Receives Miami Offer, Who Else Has Recruited Son of NFL Legend for 2030 Class?
The Miami Hurricanes are starting the recruitment of the son of an NFL legend early. Adrian Peterson Jr. announced Tuesday he received a scholarship offer from the ACC program: Hunter Shelton of Yahoo Sports noted the Hurricanes joined Baylor and Missouri State as the programs who have started recruiting the
Why Aaron Rodgers, Steelers deal isn’t yet guaranteed after bombshell update
A report from Thursday morning revealed that quarterback Aaron Rodgers would soon be visiting the Pittsburgh Steelers and “will sign with the team this weekend.” However, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport (h/t Kevin Patra) later reported that “a deal is not done and that caution remains until a pact is signed” between Rodgers
Josh Downs expects more opportunities, guards against “chasing money”
Colts wide receiver Josh Downs will be squaring off against his younger brother at some point during the 2026 season, but that’s not the only thing he has to look forward to this fall. Downs posted career lows in catches and receiving yards in 2025, but said at a Wednesday
Jets Have Made Offer To Russell Wilson
Interested in joining the fifth team of his career, free agent quarterback Russell Wilson visited the Jets last week. The 14-year veteran is now mulling an offer from Gang Green, he revealed to Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post. “It was great,” Wilson said of his Jets meeting. “They
Wemby, Spurs Dominate Game 2 to Even Series vs. Anthony Edwards, Wolves as Fans React to Big Win
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs cruised to a 133-95 win over Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2 of their second-round playoff series on Wednesday night. The series is now tied 1-1. Wembanyama finished with 19 points, 15 rebounds and two assists while shooting 7-of-15 from
Browns’ Sanders gets more bad news amid Watson reports
Recent reports have suggested that people within the Cleveland Browns want fans of the team to realize that controversial veteran Deshaun Watson is on track to be named the club’s 2026 Week 1 starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders. During Wednesday appearances on ESPN Cleveland, ESPN football writer Jake Trotter and Browns insider Tony
On Kalshi, Mike Vrabel’s chance of being Patriots coach as of Week 1 is down to 64 percent
News moves markets. Specifically, prediction markets. Five days ago, Kalshi had Mike Vrabel as having a 77-percent chance to be the coach of the Patriots as of Week 1. As of this posting, the number has plummeted to 64 percent. The dip has happened in the wake of the TMZ
Saints To Work Out QBs Kyle Trask, Easton Stick
The Saints are exploring their options for veteran quarterback depth. Easton Stick and Kyle Trask are both set to try out for the team at their rookie minicamp, per Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football. 2025 second-round pick Tyler Shough took over as the Saints’ starting quarterback midway through his rookie season,
New UFC White House Custom Title Belt Revealed in Photos for Freedom 250 Fight Card
The custom UFC title belt for the White House fight next month has been revealed. The winner of the UFC Freedom 250 fight will take home a unique belt featuring the American flag. The details for the belt come after UFC president Dana White unveiled renderings for the arena earlier
Three surprise teams who could trade for Eagles WR A.J. Brown
If the Philadelphia Eagles end up trading A.J. Brown, most are expecting he will be sent to the New England Patriots. It’s New England who has been rumored to be the front-runner in the Brown sweepstakes for months. However, until a deal has actually been consummated, anything can happen. So
World Cup hotel bookings are far below expectations
The United States is hosting the World Cup for the first time since 1994. There are high expectations. The expectations are possibly too high. Via Rafael Nam of NPR, hotels in most of the cities that will be hosting World Cup matches have experienced bookings “far below what they had
Vikings Request GM Interview With Terrance Gray
Over three months after the Vikings fired general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, they have identified their first external candidate to replace him. The Vikings have requested an interview with Bills assistant GM Terrance Gray, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports. Vikings executive vice president of football operations Rob Brzezinski has served
Robert Kraft expresses “hope” that next labor deal will expand season to 18 games
It may not be “inevitable” that the NFL will expand the regular season to 18 games. It is inevitable that the NFL will try. Patriots owner Robert Kraft has spoken about an 18-game season, with 16 international games annually, on multiple occasions in recent months. He’s quoted in a new
Russini may still have an ace up her sleeve in Vrabel saga
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and former ESPN and The Athletic insider Dianna Russini have been tabloid material for weeks now. Accusations of an extramarital relationship have flooded social media, with photos spanning six years to back up the claims. Russini has since resigned and shut down her
LeBron Talks Austin Reaves’ Struggles, Impact of Luka’s Absence on Lakers in Game 1 Loss to Thunder
The Los Angeles Lakers dropped Game 1 of their second-round series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, and Austin Reaves’ struggles were a big reason why. Reaves finished with just eight points in his third game back from injury. His co-star, LeBron James, gave Reaves some slack, saying he’ll be able
WR Stefon Diggs Found Not Guilty On Assault, Strangulation Charges
A Boston jury acquitted Stefon Diggs on assault and strangulation charges Tuesday, KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson reports. This stemmed from an alleged December 2025 incident, with accusations coming from a woman who had worked for the veteran wide receiver. Diggs, 32, is a free agent after the Patriots cut him one
Broncos agree to terms with seventh-round LB Red Murdock
The Broncos have agreed to terms with linebacker Red Murdock, Benjamin Allbright of KOA Colorado reports. Murdock is the first of seven Broncos draft picks to agree to terms after being the final pick in the 2026 draft. Mr. Irrelevant will receive a four-year, $4.5 million deal with a signing
Jones discusses whether Pickens will attend mandatory OTAs, minicamp
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens signed his franchise tag on April 29, but that doesn’t mean he’ll be present for the offseason program. Pickens wants a multiyear deal, but Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said the team isn’t planning to extend him during an April 22 news conference.
Giants agree to terms with DT D.J. Reader
After trading Dexter Lawrence, the Giants have brought in a veteran defensive tackle. According to multiple reports, New York has agreed to terms with D.J. Reader on a two-year contract. Via Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the deal is worth $12.5 million in base salary and can reach $15.5 million
Giants To Sign DT D.J. Reader
The Giants-D.J. Reader buzz is expected to produce a deal. The sides are finalizing an agreement that will move the veteran to a fourth NFL team, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo report. Reader visited with the Giants days before they decided to trade Dexter Lawrence, and the parties stayed
During the 2025 season, Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III knew he wouldn’t be back with the Seahawks
Many were surprised when running back Kenneth Walker III left the Seahawks roughly a month after winning the Super Bowl LX MVP award. Walker was not. Appearing on Monday’s #PFTPM, Walker said he knew during the 2025 season that he wouldn’t be re-signing with Seattle. “I would say probably, if
Eagles’ Brown ‘knows where his future is headed’ amid constant rumors
Previous reports suggested that Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman and wide receiver A.J. Brown “may have an understanding” that Brown will receive a desired trade to the New England Patriots via an agreement that can’t become official before June 1 because of the Eagles’ salary-cap issues. During a Monday appearance on “The Pat McAfee
Anthony Edwards Gives Harsh Assessment Of His Play Despite Wolves’ Win vs. Spurs in Injury Return
Nobody expected Anthony Edwards to return from a hyperextended left knee and bone bruise just nine days after suffering those injuries, but the Minnesota Timberwolves superstar did just that on Monday night. Ultimately, he scored 18 points in 25 minutes off the bench as the Wolves stole homecourt advantage from
Aaron Rodgers’ Steelers Return Not Held Up By Money
For a second offseason in a row, Aaron Rodgers is playing a game of cat-and-mouse with the Steelers. Despite every indication that the 42-year-old will be Pittsburgh’s starter in 2026 – including a lack of other options – he has yet to finalize that decision. The delay is unrelated to
Stefon Diggs trial will continue on Tuesday
The criminal trial against free-agent receiver Stefon Diggs went to trial on Monday. The case will resume on Tuesday morning. The first day consisted of jury selection, opening statements, and the testimony of the alleged victim, Mila Adams. She claims that Diggs slapped her and then choked her by putting
Eagles’ DeVonta Smith locked in amid A.J. Brown rumors
The Philadelphia Eagles have had to deal with A.J. Brown trade rumors for months now. Dating back to last season, there has been way too much chatter revolving around the disgruntled wide receiver. That’s why, now that they’ve drafted Makai Lemon and a trade might look more imminent, all eyes
Lawrence Taylor released from New Jersey hospital
Doctors have released Lawrence Taylor from the hospital, sending him home to continue his recovery from pancreatitis. TMZ Sports reports the Hall of Fame linebacker was discharged late last week. Taylor, 67, was hospitalized in New Jersey on April 23 with what first was announced as a non-life-threatening stomach issue.
Eagles Extend Assistant GM Jon Ferrari
The Eagles are sticking with their current front office hierarchy for the foreseeable future. According to Zach Berman of The Athletic, the team has extended assistant general manager Jon Ferrari. The executive has spent a decade in the Eagles front office, working his way up from manager of football compliance
Tyrod Taylor, Packers Reportedly Agree to Contract as Jordan Love’s Backup After Malik Willis Exit
Veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor is signing with the Green Bay Packers, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. Taylor joins a QB room that includes Desmond Ridder, Kyle McCord and Kyron Drones, and he immediately becomes the backup to Jordan Love. This article will be updated soon to provide more information
NFL executive shares wild prediction about Eagles’ Jalen Hurts, Cole Payton
A Philadelphia Eagles team that has quarterback Jalen Hurts atop its depth chart raised some eyebrows when general manager Howie Roseman made North Dakota State signal-caller Cole Payton a fifth-round pick during the 2026 NFL Draft. On Monday, NFL insider Jason La Canfora of SportsBoom US spoke with one longtime personnel
DeVonta Smith on A.J. Brown trade talk: I just go out there and do my job
A.J. Brown is on the Eagles’ roster, but the expectation remains that the wide receiver will be traded after June 1 and that move would impact his running mate for the last four years. DeVonta Smith would become the unquestioned No. 1 wideout with the Eagles when and if Brown
Panthers Discussing Bryce Young Extension Internally
The Panthers made the expected move of picking up Bryce Young‘s fifth-year option earlier this week. Attention will now turn to the matter of an extension for the former No. 1 pick. Young is on track to collect $25.9MM in guaranteed salary for 2027 as a result of Carolina’s decision. The
Sabrina Ionescu Injured, Latest on Liberty Star’s Ankle After Exiting WNBA Preseason Game vs. Sun
The New York Liberty’s season hasn’t begun yet, but they’ve already been dealt some bad injury luck. Star guard Sabrina Ionescu exited Sunday’s preseason contest against the Connecticut Sun with a left ankle injury in the third quarter. Liberty coach Chris DeMarco said after the game that Ionescu rolled her
Cowboys HC shuts down one George Pickens narrative
The Dallas Cowboys got star wide receiver George Pickens to sign his franchise tag tender. Nevertheless, given his projected market value, character and production, some argue he may still threaten to sit out if he doesn’t get a new deal. The Cowboys have publicly ruled out giving him a contract extension
Schedule release could be pushed to week of May 18
If recent history means anything, the NFL’s full, 272-game regular-season schedule will be released during the week of May 11, most likely on Wednesday, May 13. Recent history may not mean much. Via John Breech of CBS Sports, NFL V.P. of broadcast planning Mike North has said that the schedule
Ravens, Dolphins, Patriots, Colts, Jets, Bengals
When the Ravens were on the clock at No. 14 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, the number of options available to the team had general manager Eric DeCosta seeking an opportunity to move back. Baltimore thought it had a deal in place, but it “fell apart,” according to Jeff
Big Ten distributes $1.37 billion in revenue to its 18 members
There’s a bizarre duality in the current reporting regarding college sports. Some articles focus on the supposed crisis! that the NCAA and its schools are experiencing. Other articles document the financial success of the college sports industry. Few articles ever point out the inherent contradiction. The muckety-mucks hope to leverage
Commanders get major Jayden Daniels injury update
Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders couldn’t keep the momentum rolling in the second year of their partnership. The reigning Offensive Rookie of the Year missed 10 games with knee, hamstring and elbow injuries, once again raising concerns about his lanky frame and his durability. He’s had plenty of time
Caleb Downs has the top-selling rookie jersey, so far
He was the eleventh overall pick in the draft. As of Friday, however, Cowboys safety Caleb Downs had the top-selling jersey among all rookies. Fanatics has announced, via Fox Sports, the ten best-selling rookie jerseys in the wake of the 2026 draft. Downs leads the way. Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza,
Vikings Remain Willing To Bring Back Harrison Smith
In March, the Vikings released franchise stalwart Harrison Smith with a post-June 1 designation, as his contract was due to void and a decision needed to be made. ESPN’s Kevin Seifert reported the release and noted it was not an indication that Smith plans to retire (although the 37-year-old safety
Fernando Mendoza learning to play from under center for the first time in the NFL
Raiders rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza was in the shotgun for almost every snap he took in college. That won’t be the case in the NFL, and when he took the practice field for the first time at rookie minicamp, that was a major adjustment. “It’s the added footwork. Instead of
This John Harbaugh decision could define the Giants’ season
John Harbaugh has something to prove going into his inaugural season with the New York Giants, and he’s already well on his way to doing it. Harbaugh’s first notable test with this franchise was the 2026 NFL Draft. It was imperative that Harbaugh, who is running the Giants’ football operations,
Olivia Rodrigo Jokes About Jake Paul’s Netflix Boxing Fights in Trending Video During SNL
Olivia Rodrigo seemingly took a jab at the November 2024 fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson during her opening monologue on Saturday Night Live. Rodrigo brought up Paul through their connection as actors on Bizaardvark, which ran on Disney Channel from 2016 to 2019. “We had an incredible cast,
Cowboys Prefer To Keep Tyler Smith At LG; LT Competition Expected
The Cowboys are returning all five of their starting offensive lineman from the 2025 season, but left tackle Tyler Guyton is not assured to keep his job after a disappointing start to his career. Guyton, 24, played right tackle at Oklahoma before he was drafted by the Cowboys in the