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Hero RB explained: Top fantasy football targets for 2025

Running backs often serve as the driving force behind fantasy football draft strategies. Should you secure two elite backs right out of the gate? Or should you pass on them in the early rounds and load up on mid-round options using a Zero RB approach?

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Three Americans to watch as Premier League preps for start of season

American soccer players have succeeded in the Premier League for decades, but never quite as well as they are now.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / 19 hours ago

Five best NFL offseason value signings on defense: NFC East rivals earn high marks

Here are signings from five defensive positions (tackle, edge, linebacker, cornerback and safety) this offseason that already look good and have a decent chance of becoming more attractive in the coming years.

Five best NFL offseason value signings on offense: Bills get great deal with RB extension

Texans' C.J. Stroud has major drop in 2025 NFL Top 100 player rankings

Does Giants' Brian Daboll already trust Jaxson Dart more than Russell Wilson?

Three teams that should take a flier on Odell Beckham Jr. for the 2025 season

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The 'NFL QBs with 2+ five passing touchdown games' quiz

Golf News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

McIlroy regrets 'horrific' purchase after cashing first PGA Tour paycheck

Rory McIlroy regrets his 'horrific' purchase after cashing first PGA Tour paycheck

McIlroy was just 19 years old when he made his PGA Tour debut at the 2009 WGC-Accenture Match Play, where he finished in a tie for fifth place.

Other golfers could learn from admirable Tommy Fleetwood

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Cincinnati Bengals News / Yardbarker / 13 hours ago

Bengals rookie learns important Joe Burrow rule

Cincinnati Bengals rookie EDGE Shemar zxcStewart learned an important rule Wednesday: Don't hit the franchise quarterback during practice.

New survey shows how Bengals are wasting QB Joe Burrow's prime

Five best NFL offseason value signings on defense: NFC East rivals earn high marks

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Five best NFL offseason value signings on offense: Bills get great deal with RB extension

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The 'Multiple 140-receiving yard NFL games' quiz

How many of the active NFL players to record at least 140 receiving yards in more than one game can you name in five minutes?

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / 3 hours ago

How Mahomes prepared for 'revenge tour' after Super Bowl loss

How Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes prepared for 'revenge tour' after Super Bowl loss

Mahomes acknowledged that Kansas City failing to become the first team in NFL history to three-peat as Super Bowl champions has given him "more motivation to be even better" this season.

Chiefs make Patrick Mahomes decision ahead of second preseason game

Travis Kelce dives deep into his relationship with Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift went bonkers when Chiefs selected speedy WR in 2024

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Terry McLaurin News / Pro Football Rumors / 4 hours ago

Commanders have major hang-up with Terry McLaurin

Commanders have major hang-up preventing them from paying Terry McLaurin what he's due

It’s been two weeks since Terry McLaurin publicly revealed his trade request, and a resolution doesn’t appear to be in sight.

What is 'biggest sticking point' in contract standoff between Terry McLaurin, Commanders?

Patriots have big Drake Maye concern surface at Vikings' joint practice

Troubling news emerges on Bears QB Caleb Williams’ workout with HC Ben Johnson

The 25 most eccentric NFL players of all time

The '1,000-yard receivers in the 2024-25 NFL season' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 15-assist games in NBA history' quiz

How many of the 34 NBA players with at least 25 NBA games with 15 or more assists can you name in five minutes?

NFL News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

Five best NFL offseason value signings on offense: Bills get great deal with RB extension

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Five best offseason value signings on defense: NFC rivals earn high marks

Commanders have hang-up stopping them from paying Terry McLaurin

Another Cowboys star could hold out amid Micah Parsons' contract drama

Three teams that should take a flier on Odell Beckham Jr. for the 2025 season

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NFL News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

Dolphins humiliated by Lions at joint practice

Joint practices have revealed some problems for the Dolphins with a few weeks to go before the regular season.

Bears make big decision amid concerning Caleb Williams reports

Troubling news emerges on Williams' workout with HC Ben Johnson

Patriots rookie can provide instant solution for Drake Maye

George Pickens has been 'incredible' with Cowboys after failed Steelers stint

Falcons see aspects of Super Bowl champion QB in Michael Penix Jr.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

Browns' Shedeur Sanders could be losing valuable opportunity after injury update

Just when it seemed everything was going right for Shedeur Sanders, the Cleveland Browns' rookie quarterback caught an unlucky break on Wednesday.

Browns HC confirms whispers about Sanders, Dillon Gabriel

Browns coach sends clear message to Myles Garrett after speeding incident

Giants force Jets' Justin Fields into familiar problem at joint practice

Patriots have big Drake Maye concern surface at Vikings' joint practice

Will 'tough-love approach' turn Cam Ward into Titans' franchise QB?

Packers HC Matt LaFleur sounds alarm on injury situation

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

Cubs catcher lost to injury on same day he returns from IL

Cubs catcher lost to horrific-looking injury on same day he returns from IL

After working to return to the Chicago Cubs' lineup following an oblique injury, Miguel Amaya suffered a gruesome-looking injury in his first game back with the Cubs on Wednesday night.

Nats make vital Dylan Crews decision

Former top MLB prospect undergoes ulnar nerve transposition surgery

Pete Alonso sends message about future after becoming Mets' home run king

Why Aaron Judge was glad Alonso stayed with Mets

Could this 'motivating factor' cause Alonso to re-sign with Mets?

Jurrion Dickey News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

Oregon suspends former five-star WR recruit indefinitely

The Oregon wide receiver has struggled to live up to expectations in his first two seasons with the Ducks, and he is now in a terrible position heading into 2025 as well.

Former Oregon WR's career may have new life after transfer decision

UNC quarterback reacts to Bill Belichick going to transfer portal for new QB

Notre Dame believed to be trending toward surprise choice at quarterback

Main reason Nebraska won't make the College Football Playoff revealed

What to know about the 10 hottest college football QB battles

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New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

Patriots have big Drake Maye concern surface at Vikings' joint practice

The same issues that happened on Wednesday have been a constant at training camp.

Does Patriots' Drake Maye feel pressure to become the next Tom Brady?

Mike Vrabel raises eyebrows with cryptic comment on Stefon Diggs

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The 'One-and-done NFL head coaches' quiz

Andrew Vaughn News / Yardbarker / 5 hours ago

Brewers officially have a legit MVP candidate

A key part of the Brewers' momentum is a player who is in the National League MVP race.

Brewers remain red-hot after notching their 10th straight win

Perhaps Superman Paul Skenes has found his kryptonite

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Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker / 15 hours ago

Phillies superstar may be building Hall of Fame case

The 32-year-old may find himself in elite company when his career comes to an end.

NBA legend picks Phillies slugger to win 2025 NL MVP

Perhaps Superman Paul Skenes has found his kryptonite

Skenes' recent struggles opening door for Phillies aces in NL Cy Young race

Hunter Greene shines in return as Reds shut out Phillies

Mets hit so many home runs they ran out of fireworks

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / 17 hours ago

Cowboys fans won't like Jerry Jones' update on Micah Parsons standoff

With the regular season approaching, the Dallas Cowboys should be aiming to extend EDGE Micah Parsons promptly. But they're still in no rush to do that.

Jones opens up about the lengthy battle he had with cancer

Parsons had four-word comment on his contract standoff

Why former All-Pro 'would love to play for' Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles

Is Cameron Heyward serious about his threat toward Steelers?

Taylor Swift went bonkers when Chiefs selected speedy WR in 2024

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 13

Blazers to be sold to Hurricanes owner, pickleball enthusiast

Portland Trail Blazers to be sold to Hurricanes owner and pickleball enthusiast

The Blazers will be valued at more than $4 billion in the sale.

Celtics' ownership move should concern Lakers governor Jeanie Buss

Michael Porter Jr. warns players about dangers of sports betting

Bucks forward shares optimistic take on Giannis Antetokounmpo

Former NBA champion predicts Antetokounmpo will win major award

NBA scout gives reality check to Heat

Six NBA players most likely to be traded

MLB News / Yardbarker / 16 hours ago

Brewers' dominance is a reality check for Cubs' World Series ambitions

After cruising to their 12th consecutive win on Wednesday, the Brewers hold an eight-game lead over their once-fierce division rival.

Brewers have a legit MVP candidate

Brewers' run of dominance makes MLB history with more left to achieve

Cubs' frustration captured in viral video

How Mariners have earned their position in the AL West

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani hits into triple play against Angels

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / 15 hours ago

NASCAR makes decision on celebrations after Connor Zilisch fall

NASCAR makes decision on victory celebrations after Connor Zilisch fall

Drivers have long climbed on the roof or door of their vehicles on the frontstretch and in Victory Lane to celebrate victories.

Connor Zilisch had the perfect post about his scary post-race accident

Shane van Gisbergen, Zilisch 'fine' with each other after Watkins Glen run-in

Former NASCAR official sheds light on infamous 2013 'Spingate' scandal

Short-lived Memphis-Arkansas Speedway was a tragic piece of history

Three NASCAR drivers under the most pressure at Richmond

New York Mets News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB franchise home run leaders' quiz

How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / 14 hours ago

Taylor Swift went bonkers when Chiefs drafted speedy WR

Taylor Swift went bonkers when Chiefs selected speedy WR in 2024

When Taylor Swift started dating Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce in 2023, she knew little about football. Now, the pop star is obsessed with the sport.

Travis Kelce dives deep into his relationship with Taylor Swift

Chiefs' Travis Kelce makes big admission about potential distractions after Super Bowl loss

Chiefs make Patrick Mahomes decision ahead of second preseason game

Tom Brady gives Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes ultimate compliment

25 NFL storylines to keep an eye on heading into the 2025 season

The '10+ Pro Bowl selections' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / 19 hours ago

Six NBA players most likely to be traded

NBA teams won't assemble for training camp until September, but some players may not be on those teams for long. Here are six NBA players likely to get traded in the upcoming season.

Former NBA champion predicts Giannis Antetokounmpo will win major award

NBA scout serves harsh dose of reality to Heat

2025 NBA Cup schedule announced

The post-draft, post-free agency NBA team power rankings

The 'Longest tenured player on each NBA team entering the 2018-19 season' quiz