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2026 NASCAR Cup Series predictions: A Denny Hamlin title and more Joey Logano even-year magic?

10 bold predictions for 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season

As drivers and teams gear up for Sunday’s Daytona 500 (2:30 p.m. ET, Fox, HBO Max, MRN Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio), the new season has officially arrived.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. blasts NASCAR superspeedway racing: 'We don't like it'
NASCAR's new rule bites Noah Gragson in Daytona 500 qualifying
Assessing each active NASCAR Cup Series champion's shot at winning first Daytona 500
The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12
Mavs respond to Mark Cuban's efforts to buy back the team

Mavericks owners respond to Mark Cuban's efforts to buy back the team

The Dumont and Adelson families, current majority owners of the Mavericks, gave a statement on Wednesday night.

Cuban linked to purchase of Mavs
Bill Simmons hits back at Suns owner Mat Ishbia with a ruthless swipe
Bronny James believes healthy Lakers can make deep playoff run
Lakers' Luka Doncic names the biggest trash-talker in the NBA
Watch: DeMar DeRozan reaches boiling point in wild scene during timeout
New York Mets News / Yardbarker / February 12
Mets get worst-case update on Francisco Lindor injury

Mets get worst-case update on Francisco Lindor injury

The Mets begin the season with a home series versus the Pittsburgh Pirates on March 26. 

Juan Soto position change solves major problem for Mets
Mets reliever Luke Weaver addresses 'silly' Yankees bag controversy
Team USA and Diamondbacks receive massive setback with Corbin Carroll
Astros make big decision concerning Opening Day 
Rockies add another veteran starting pitcher to deepen their rotation
What to look for as MLB spring training gets underway
Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 12
Team USA's Madison Chock, Evan Bates settle for silver

Team USA's Madison Chock, Evan Bates settle for silver in controversial ice dance final

The controversial French pairing of Laurence Fournier-Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron edged out Team USA's Madison Chock and Evan Bates to take home gold in the 2026 Olympic ice dance competition.

U.S. luger's response to 14th-place finish is absolute gold
Jordan Stolz to make a name for himself at Olympics after historic performance
Olympic snowboarder Chloe Kim rocks the halfpipe with Myles Garrett watching 
U.S. hockey star makes Winter Olympics history in win against Canada
Four NHL players who can cement their Hall of Fame cases at Winter Olympics
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / February 12
Former Steelers LB blasts Roethlisberger as bad teammate, bad person

Former Steelers LB Joey Porter Sr. blasts Ben Roethlisberger as bad teammate, bad person

Porter Sr. and Roethlisberger were teammates from the time the Steelers drafted Roethlisberger in 2004 through the 2006 season.

Ryan Clark has strong reaction to Porter Sr.'s attack on Roethlisberger
Mason Rudolph finally joins the fray, takes shot at Roethlisberger
Ex-Steelers QB Neil O'Donnell accused of rigging Super Bowl by former teammate
Cameron Heyward opens up about cryptic social media post amid rumors
Steelers have interesting timeline for final Aaron Rodgers decision
Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / February 12
Maxx Crosby irritated by rumors, has a lot to say on subject

Raiders DE Maxx Crosby irritated with trade rumors, has a lot to say on the subject

Crosby's future with the team remains uncertain, but don't ask him about it.

Raiders' Klint Kubiak seems to say plenty about Crosby trade rumors
Raiders owner Mark Davis makes big statement about Crosby trade rumors
Kubiak knows how to fix Ashton Jeanty
Kubiak surprisingly noncommittal on the Raiders' No. 1 overall selection
Five things new Kubiak must do to carry over success from Seahawks
Trey Hendrickson News / Yardbarker / February 12
Trey Hendrickson's predicted landing spot could be perfect

Top pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson's predicted landing spot in free agency could be match made in heaven

Hendrickson is coming off an injury, but he's notched 81 sacks in his nine-year NFL career.

Why Bengals, Trey Hendrickson may be headed toward ugly contract standoff
Seahawks found a ‘tell’ that doomed Patriots in Super Bowl
25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason
The 'NFL yearly sack leaders' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'AP Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'AP Offensive Rookies of the Year' quiz

How many of these first-year offensive standouts since the 1997 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Steeler Nation / February 12
Ex-Steelers QB Neil O'Donnell accused of rigging Super Bowl XXX by his former teammate

Ex-Steelers QB Neil O'Donnell accused of rigging Super Bowl XXX by his former teammate

Unfortunately for Pittsburgh, O'Donnell threw just one touchdown pass while being intercepted three times in the big game.

CeeDee Lamb comments a good sign for Steelers offense following offseason move in Pittsburgh
Terry Bradshaw suggests Aaron Rodgers has already told Steelers his plans for 2026 season
Steelers reportedly have interesting timeline for final Aaron Rodgers decision
Steelers' Cameron Heyward opens up about cryptic social media post amid retirement rumors
25 bold predictions for the 2026 NFL offseason
The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz
Nicholas Castellanos News / Yardbarker / February 12
Phillies tell Nick Castellanos to stay home

Phillies tell two-time All-Star Nick Castellanos to stay home, remove all traces of him

The marriage between the Philadelphia Phillies and outfielder Nick Castellanos may finally be over. 

Phillies' Zack Wheeler kept his removed rib after surgery
Mets receive worst-case injury update on Francisco Lindor
Mets reliever Luke Weaver addresses 'silly' Yankees bag controversy
Orioles find missing piece to their rotation's puzzle with Chris Bassitt
Nationals add two-time All-Star pitcher after trading Mackenzie Gore
Los Angeles Clippers News / Yardbarker / February 12
Kawhi Leonard salary-cap circumvention scandal takes another twist

Kawhi Leonard salary-cap circumvention scandal takes another twist

It appears the story regarding potential salary cap circumvention by the Clippers in their deal with Leonard isn't going away just yet.

Cooper Flagg news dampens excitement for NBA All-Star Weekend
Luka Doncic's availability for All-Star Game in question after injury update
Warriors singled out Jonathan Kuminga for 'petty' reasons
Warriors' Steph Curry responds to the unflattering Kuminga report
NBA suspends four players in wake of the Hornets-Pistons brawl
  Entertainment
Ad nauseam: The 25 worst Super Bowl commercials
 Ad nauseam: The 25 worst Super Bowl commercials
Winners and losers from Super Bowl LX commercials
 Winners and losers from Super Bowl LX commercials
Who is Ken Kern? 'The Lincoln Lawyer' tribute, explained
 Who is Ken Kern? 'The Lincoln Lawyer' tribute, explained
22 of the most anticipated movie releases in 2025
 22 of the most anticipated movie releases in 2025
NFL News / Yardbarker / February 11
10 hot NFL contract situations to monitor during the 2026 offseason

10 hot NFL contract situations to monitor during the 2026 offseason

The price is going up on a pair of Seattle Seahawks stars.

Trey Hendrickson's predicted landing spot could be match made in heaven
Giants make another strong coaching hire for development of Jaxson Dart
Ex-Eagles OC Kevin Patullo lands a new job after his firing
Are Broncos worried about Sean Payton, Bo Nix tension after injury comments?
Why this Daniel Jones decision 'feels like a formality' for the Colts
Seattle Seahawks News / Yardbarker / February 11
Darnold: Seahawks wanted to do one thing after winning SB

Sam Darnold says Seahawks players wanted to do one thing after winning Super Bowl

Seattle's defense pitched a shutout for over three quarters of play, and the Seahawks held a 29-7 lead with under five minutes remaining in regulation before the Patriots scored a garbage-time touchdown to save some face. 

Seahawks found a 'tell' that doomed Patriots in Super Bowl
Darnold's message to Seahawks fans, teammates focused on one word
Darnold shares regret about Jets tenure after Super Bowl win
NFL Draft intel: What should the Jets learn from Darnold's resurgence?
Jets may have to battle with Vikings over QB preference this offseason
Drake Maye makes feelings on Stefon Diggs clear amid uncertainty
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 11
Five most interesting MLB teams to watch in spring training

Five most interesting MLB teams to watch in spring training

Here are some teams to watch this spring following interesting offseasons.

Key storylines to watch as MLB spring training gets underway
Juan Soto position change solves major problem for Mets
Astros make a big decision concerning Opening Day 
Rockies add another veteran starting pitcher to deepen their rotation
Barry Bonds being pursued for new job
Team USA and Diamondbacks receive massive setback with Corbin Carroll
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 11
2026 NCAA Tournament bold predictions: Big Ten drought continues, ACC doubles bids

2026 NCAA Tournament bold predictions: Big Ten drought continues, ACC doubles bids

Believe it or not, Selection Sunday in men's college basketball is March 15. Programs are jockeying for position in their conference races while also working to strengthen their seeding for the 2026 NCAA Tournament.

Nebraska gets doomed by slippery floor in loss to Purdue
No. 2 Michigan overcomes season-high 16-point deficit to down Northwestern
Virginia Tech fends off No. 20 Clemson for statement win
How DePaul finally ended its 23-game skid against Creighton
Ex-Puerto Rico coach Rick Pitino weighs in on Bad Bunny halftime show
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The 'Super Bowl coaches since 2000' quiz
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The 'Super Bowl halftime show artists' quiz
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NBA News / Yardbarker / February 12
Cooper Flagg news dampens excitement for NBA All-Star Weekend

Cooper Flagg news dampens excitement for NBA All-Star Weekend

Another injury to a star gives fans more reason to avoid watching NBA All-Star Weekend. 

Cooper Flagg had a great message for ex-Duke teammate
Raptors' Brandon Ingram to replace Stephen Curry in ASG
Luka Doncic's availability for All-Star Game in question after injury update
The '30-point NBA games by a teenager' quiz
Seattle Seahawks News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Super Bowl winning coaches' quiz

The 'Super Bowl winning coaches' quiz

How many of the winning coaches from every Super Bowl can you name in six minutes?

The 'Super Bowl coaches since 2000' quiz
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Syracuse Orange News / Yardbarker / February 11
Syracuse AD John Wildhack to retire

Syracuse AD John Wildhack to retire

Syracuse Orange athletic director John Wildhack has been on the job for a decade.

Mario Cristobal compares Miami's new transfer QB Darian Mensah to Cam Ward
After dominating FCS, North Dakota State reportedly making jump to college football's top level
Indiana among finalists in sweepstakes for elite five-star WR recruit
Ranking college football's top five head coach-GM pairings
The '2024-25 college football bowl game host cities' quiz
Luka Doncic News / Yardbarker / February 11
Luka Doncic's availability for ASG in question after injury update

Luka Doncic's availability for All-Star Game in question after injury update

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Luka Doncic could be at risk of missing the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday (5 p.m. ET, NBC/Peacock). 

Luka Doncic names the biggest trash-talker in the NBA
LeBron James shares brutally honest assessment of Lakers after loss to Thunder
Bronny James believes healthy Lakers can make deep playoff run
Three under-the-radar Lakers to watch in the second half of the season
The 'NBA active 1,500-three-pointers' quiz
Ohio State Buckeyes News / Yardbarker / February 11
Ex-Ohio State star Darron Lee facing first-degree murder charge

Ex-Ohio State star, Jets first-round pick Darron Lee facing first-degree murder charge; death penalty in play

Former Ohio State Buckeyes and NFL linebacker Darron Lee is in jail in Tennessee and has not been granted bond. 

Kyle Larson News / Yardbarker / February 11
Kyle Larson signs contract extension with Hendrick Motorsports

Kyle Larson signs long-term contract extension with Hendrick Motorsports

Kyle Larson is set to stay with Hendrick Motorsports for years to come.

Why NASCAR crew chief Mike Kelley couldn't celebrate first Daytona 500 win
Mark Martin has high praise for NASCAR phenom Connor Zilisch
Zilisch's Daytona 500 perspective much different than it once was
Dale Earnhardt Jr. blasts NASCAR superspeedway racing: 'We don't like it'
Assessing each active NASCAR Cup Series champion's shot at winning first Daytona 500
The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz
Olympics News / Yardbarker / February 11
American Jordan Stolz set to make a name for himself at Olympics

American Jordan Stolz set to make a name for himself at Olympics after record-breaking performance

American speed skater Jordan Stolz needs a catchy nickname like American figure skater Ilia Malinin. 

Team USA's Madison Chock, Evan Bates settle for silver in controversial ice dance final
Olympic snowboarder Chloe Kim rocks the halfpipe with Browns DE Myles Garrett watching 
Elizabeth Lemley wins gold, Jaelin Kauf nets silver in women's moguls
U.S. hockey star makes Winter Olympics history in win against Canada
Four NHL players who can cement their Hall of Fame cases at Winter Olympics
The 'Winter Olympic medal leaders' quiz
Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The '20-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The '20-point NBA games leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players with at least 600 20-point games can you name in five minutes?

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 11
Nationals add two-time All-Star to the rotation

Nationals add two-time All-Star pitcher after trading Mackenzie Gore

Lacking depth in the starting rotation after trading Gore, the Nationals decided to spend a little on the free agent market to bring in a quality veteran, right-hander Miles Mikolas.

Rockies add another veteran SP to deepen their rotation
Mets get worst-case update on Francisco Lindor injury
Astros make big decision concerning Opening Day 
What to look for as MLB spring training gets underway
Five most interesting MLB teams to watch in spring training
The 'No. 1 overall MLB Draft picks' quiz
NASCAR News / Yardbarker / February 11
Bubba Wallace isn't very confident in Toyota's ability to qualify well for Daytona 500

Bubba Wallace isn't very confident in Toyota's ability to qualify well for Daytona 500

Bubba Wallace still isn't that confident in his ability to qualify up front for the "Great American Race" on Wednesday evening. 

Dale Earnhardt Jr. blasts NASCAR superspeedway racing: 'We don't like it'
Assessing each active NASCAR Cup Series champion's shot at winning first Daytona 500
Why NASCAR crew chief Mike Kelley couldn't celebrate first Daytona 500 win
Mark Martin has high praise for NASCAR phenom Connor Zilisch
The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz
NASCAR News / Yardbarker / February 11
Joey Logano reveals the worst feeling a driver can have in the Daytona 500

Joey Logano reveals the worst feeling a driver can have in the Daytona 500

In 2015, Joey Logano won the Daytona 500 and experienced the highest high a NASCAR driver can fathom.  But the three-time Cup Series champion hasn't won the "Great American Race" since.

Preseason NASCAR power rankings: Where field stacks up ahead of Daytona
Assessing each active NASCAR Cup Series champion's shot at winning first Daytona 500
Dale Earnhardt Jr. blasts NASCAR superspeedway racing: 'We don't like it'
Why NASCAR crew chief Mike Kelley couldn't celebrate first Daytona 500 win
The 'Daytona 500 winners' quiz
NHL News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The '2026 Team USA Olympic hockey team' quiz

The '2026 Team USA Olympic hockey team' quiz

How many of the players selected to represent the United States of America at the 2026 Winter Olymic Games in Milan-Cortina can you name in five minutes?

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