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Alek Arend

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January 26, 2021 @ 1:01pm » Alek Arend

Sean McDermott Sums Up Josh Allen’s 2020 Season

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen.

Josh Allen and the Bills’ season didn’t end the way they had aspired it would. There’s still plenty of reason to be optimistic about the team’s future, though. Buffalo defied all odds this season, going 13-3 and winning the AFC East along the way. The Bills then rattled off impressive playoff wins over Indianapolis and […]

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January 26, 2021 @ 12:25pm » Alek Arend

Nebraska Fans React To The Luke McCaffrey News

Nebraska football quarterbacks including Adrian Martinez and Luke McCaffrey running onto the field.

Just a few months ago, Luke McCaffrey was going head-to-head with Adrian Martinez in Nebraska football’s quarterback competition. Fast forward to Tuesday, the young quarterback is opting to leave the program. McCaffrey will be entering the NCAA transfer portal this off-season, according to multiple reports. The 6-foot-2 dual-threat quarterback spent two seasons at Nebraska. McCaffrey […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 8:52pm » Alek Arend

Anthony Davis Makes Surprising Admission About LeBron James

Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis in Game 6.

One of LeBron James’ greatest strengths is his ability to bounce back quickly following adversity. Anthony Davis admitted as much in an interview this week. We’ve seen LeBron become frustrated plenty of times throughout his career, especially during tough moments in the NBA Finals. But No. 23 has never been “angry,” according to AD. “He’s […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 7:49pm » Alek Arend

Brett Favre Addresses Aaron Rodgers’ Postgame Comments

Brett Favre stands with Aaron Rodgers before a Packers game.

Aaron Rodgers put his future with the Packers in question following Green Bay’s NFC Championship loss on Sunday. The veteran quarterback admitted following a gut-wrenching loss to Tom Brady and the Bucs that his future is “uncertain.” The cryptic message couldn’t have come at a worse time for the Packers’ front-office and fans. So how […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 6:52pm » Alek Arend

Clippers Make Major Announcement About Paul George, Kawhi Leonard

Kawhi Leonard dribbling for the Clippers.

The Clippers are the hottest team in the NBA, but they’ll be facing a whole new challenge in the coming days. After a bumpy 6-4 start to the season, the Clippers have rattled off seven straight to ascend to the top of the Western Conference standings. The schedule is going to start heating up as […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 5:18pm » Alek Arend

Packers Veteran Was Asked About Aaron Rodgers’ Postgame Comments

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers warms up prior to the game against the Carolina Panthers

Aaron Rodgers made a cryptic comment concerning his future with the Packers after falling to the Bucs in the NFC Championship on Sunday. Rodgers told reporters in his postgame presser his future is “uncertain” at the moment. It was a bizarre comment to begin with considering the Packers have gone to the NFC Championship two […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 4:49pm » Alek Arend

Ryan Tannehill Sums Up His Mindset Heading Into The Offseason

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill throws a pass in the win over the Ravens.

Ryan Tannehill’s 2020-21 season came to an end sooner than he had hoped. Now, he’s using it as motivation to prepare for the 2021 season. Tannehill’s story is one of the most inspiring within the NFL these past few seasons. He used a breakout 2019 season to leverage his way into a sizeable contract extension […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 4:15pm » Alek Arend

Steelers Are Reportedly Finalizing Offensive Coordinator Hire

A Pittsburgh Steelers helmet sitting on the field.

Of all the coordinator hires being made within the NFL this off-season, none may prove more impactful than who the Steelers hire at offensive coordinator. Pittsburgh has taken its time interviewing candidates these past few weeks. Three main candidates have emerged throughout the process, including: Matt Canada, Hue Jackson and Pep Hamilton. Canada’s been the […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 3:50pm » Alek Arend

Report: Here’s Why Matthew Stafford Wants Out Of Detroit

Matthew Stafford looks onto the field during a game.

Matthew Stafford most likely would’ve stuck it out with the Detroit Lions, but on just one condition, according to a report by Ian Rapoport. Rapoport revealed on Monday Stafford’s main cause of frustration was the Lions’ coaching changes this off-season. Had Detroit found a way to keep former offensive coordinator Darrell Bevell, the veteran quarterback […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 3:23pm » Alek Arend

Andy Reid Addresses The Different Super Bowl Schedule

Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl-winning coach Andy Reid.

In a normal year, Andy Reid and the Kansas City Chiefs know how to handle the schedule leading up to the Super Bowl. This year presents a whole different challenge. Teams participating in the Super Bowl typically arrive the week of the big game for media sessions and team events. This year, the circumstances have changed […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 3:01pm » Alek Arend

Kyle Trask Will Reportedly Not Compete In The Senior Bowl

Kyle Trask throws a pass for the Florida Gators.

Kyle Trask will reportedly not be competing in the Senior Bowl, which could impact his NFL Draft stock. The Senior Bowl will be one of the few opportunities prospects have this year to try and improve their stock ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft. Most other pre-draft events, including the NFL combine, have been cancelled […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 2:34pm » Alek Arend

Adam Schefter Predicts How Many NFL QBs Will Change Teams

The NFL logo in the middle of Metlife Stadium.

When Adam Schefter speaks, NFL fans should listen. The ESPN NFL insider made a big prediction on Monday regarding the league’s upcoming off-season. Schefty is anticipating a major quarterback shakeup within the league in coming months. In fact, he predicts over 18 teams will have made a quarterback change by the start of the 2021 […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 2:07pm » Alek Arend

Report: Matthew Stafford Is Giving 1 AFC Team A Hard Look

matthew stafford celebrates during a lions game

Matthew Stafford will be playing for a new team in 2021. One team is starting to emerge as an obvious favorite. Stafford met with the Lions’ front-office earlier this month to sort out his future. He ultimately came to the conclusion he needed to demand a trade. The Lions have obliged, and will now try […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 1:25pm » Alek Arend

ESPN Computer’s Early Prediction For Bucs vs. Chiefs

Patrick Mahomes celebrates the Kansas City Chiefs AFC Championship Game win on Sunday, Jan. 19.

Super Bowl LV is officially set. Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs will take on Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Kansas City advanced to Super Bowl LV by blowing out Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills 38-24 Sunday night. Mahomes was terrific, throwing for 325 yards and three touchdowns without a turnover. […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 12:52pm » Alek Arend

Dan Orlovsky Sees 2 Prime Destinations For Matthew Stafford

Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford throwing the football in warmups.

Matthew Stafford is officially on the trading block, and NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky sees two prime destinations for the veteran quarterback. Stafford has finally demanded a trade, and the Lions have obliged. Detroit will seek out trade partners for the Georgia alum ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft. The asking price will be high. Plenty […]

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January 25, 2021 @ 12:27pm » Alek Arend

Former Eagles Coach Duce Staley Lands New Job

A closeup of a Detroit Lions helmet.

Former Eagles assistant coach Duce Staley is moving on from Philadelphia after landing a new gig within the NFL. Staley spent 10 years with the Eagles, but this off-season brought about a new opportunity for the up-and-comer. The former Eagles assistant is heading to the NFC North. Staley is joining the Detroit Lions’ new staff. […]

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January 23, 2021 @ 11:13pm » Alek Arend

UFC Fans Are Not Happy With ESPN Right Now

A general photo of a UFC event.

UFC 257 is already off and running, but ESPN’s broadcast is having major technical difficulties. Fans aren’t happy with the major sports network. ESPN+ had an outage Saturday evening right at the start of the UFC 257 card. To make matters worse, the card was a pay-per-view event on the exclusive ESPN streaming channel. It’s […]

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January 23, 2021 @ 9:41pm » Alek Arend

Coach K Getting Criticized For Response To Duke Student Reporter’s Question

Duke basketball's Coach K speaking to the media.

Mike Krzyzewski’s Duke Blue Devils suffered another agonizing defeat on Saturday. He didn’t exactly handle the loss very well in the postgame presser. Following Duke’s 70-65 loss to unranked Louisville, a student reporter asked Coach K a simple question revolving around his team’s “next step.” “Hi coach,” the student reporter began. “I’m just curious as […]

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January 23, 2021 @ 9:06pm » Alek Arend

Iowa Football Lands Former Texas Commit

A group of Iowa Hawkeyes football helmets.

The Iowa football program prides itself on offensive-line play, so recruiting the position at an elite level is a necessity. The Hawkeyes added a key commitment from a three-star offensive lineman on Saturday. Three-star center Michael Myslinski announced his commitment to Iowa football Saturday evening, per his Twitter announcement. Myslinski is a former Texas football […]

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January 23, 2021 @ 7:53pm » Alek Arend

Major Big Ten Coach ‘Vetted’ For Tennessee Job

A closeup of a Tennessee Volunteers football helmet.

Tennessee football is keeping its coaching search close to its vest, but several big-name potential candidates are starting to emerge. Per a report from FootballScoop, the Volunteers’ search group has vetted Minnesota’s P.J. Fleck for UT’s head coaching position. Fleck led a miraculous turnaround with the Golden Gophers during the 2019 season, going 11-2 with […]

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January 23, 2021 @ 6:43pm » Alek Arend

NFL Analyst Names 1 Team To ‘Keep An Eye On’ In Matt Stafford Trade Talks

Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford looks at the sideline.

An NFL news-bomb hit social media Saturday evening. Matthew Stafford has reportedly demanded a trade as he and the Lions have come to a mutual agreement to part ways. Stafford’s given Detroit his heart and soul during his 12-year tenure with the organization. But his patience has grown thin, and it ultimately ran out early […]

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January 23, 2021 @ 6:09pm » Alek Arend

Former Chargers Coach Anthony Lynn Reportedly Close To Landing New Job

A closeup of Los Angeles Chargers coach Anthony Lynn.

It doesn’t appear former Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn will be without an NFL job for much longer. The Chargers opted to part ways with Lynn following the end of the 2020-21 season. The decision was warranted given Lynn’s struggles as a head coach and misusage of rookie quarterback Justin Herbert. It’s only a matter […]

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January 23, 2021 @ 5:07pm » Alek Arend

NFL Makes Decision On Two “Controversial” Plays From Chiefs, Browns Game

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes on the turf.

Both Browns’ and Chiefs’ fans weren’t pleased with last weekend’s officiating, but those feelings may not have been warranted. Two big hits during last weekend’s divisional round playoff game drastically impacted the game’s outcome. The first occurred when Rashard Higgins was hit by Chiefs linebacker Daniel Sorensen at the KC one-yard line late in the […]

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January 23, 2021 @ 3:32pm » Alek Arend

Domani Jackson, No. 3 Recruit In 2022 Class, Announces Commitment

USC's mascot riding on a white horse in the end zone.

Domani Jackson, the nation’s No. 3 overall recruit in the 2022 class, has announced his collegiate commitment decision. He’ll be staying in Southern California. Jackson, a 6-foot-1 defensive back for prestigious Mater Dei High School, is heading to USC. He announced the news via social media on Saturday. Take a look below. COMMITTED ! pic.twitter.com/FWfl02rl5v […]

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