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Alex Lang

Alex Lang is a long-time editor and reporter who has worked in Detroit, Iowa, West Virginia, South Carolina and New York. He has covered NCAA tournaments, college football events and local sports. When he isn’t writing and editing, he can usually be found watching Detroit sports or University of Iowa athletics. 

MLB players, execs must ditch whining over new rules

MLB is steeped in tradition. It's what makes the sport great, for the most part, but many traditionalists in baseball want nothing to do with such changes — even if they make the game more attractive for fans.

Is billionaire Elon Musk aiming to buy Manchester United?

First Twitter, now Man U? Rumors continue to swirl that Twitter owner, Tesla creator and uber-wealthy Elon Musk is considering a bid to buy Manchester United, one of the world's premier soccer clubs.

What's going on with New Mexico State basketball?

The lack of details about the investigation or why the program was shut down has led to more questions about the severity of the situation. Universities are notorious for releasing as little information as possible regarding bad news.

Las Vegas touts Super Bowl potential of Detroit Lions

Las Vegas is showing some love for the Detroit Lions, the organization that hasn't won a playoff game since the 1991 season.

After the Super Bowl, Philadelphia's stout D-line could take a hit

A great Super Bowl performance by Philadelphia's defensive line could be a good news/bad news situation for Eagles fans.

Pac-12 expansion candidates are nothing to get excited about

With UCLA and USC set to leave the Pac-12 for the Big Ten in 2024, expansion talk is heating up again for the West's premier conference. Per a report from Action Network’s Brett McMurphy, Pac-12 commissioner George Kliavkoff is visiting SMU on Wednesday.

Alarming study finds CTE in nearly 92 percent of ex-NFL players tested

A new Boston University study found that nearly 92 percent of former NFL players tested had CTE -- a  finding that should raise red flags for players, parents and fans.

Study: Americans expected to bet $16 billion on Super Bowl LVII

The American Gaming Association recently released the findings from a survey that noted 50 million Americans are expected to bet on the Chiefs-Eagles Super Bowl. The overall betting figure is roughly double last year’s total.

Four blue blood programs teetering ahead of March Madness

Some of the sport's biggest household names haven't performed up to their usual standards and find themselves facing varying degrees of uncertainty as March Madness approaches. 

Clemson HC Dabo Swinney's recruiting plan misses the mark

College football recruiting has undergone massive changes in recent years, including an early signing period in December. Name, image and likeness (NIL) has also upended the process, as players can now sign deals worth thousands or even millions of dollars.

Colorado State fans step way over the line with repulsive chant toward Utah State player

Colorado State head coach Niko Medved also condemned the chant, and Utah State called it "unacceptable."

Illinois student group gets nabbed in ticket caper

It’s one thing to be creative or sly to attend a game against a rival. It’s another to pretend to be a charity, play the victim and then double down on your dumb decisions.

Former Eagles QB offers advice for Jalen Hurts ahead of Super Bowl

Five years ago, Nick Foles led the Philadelphia Eagles to a Super Bowl victory. Now, he’s offering advice to Jalen Hurts a week before this year’s big game.

Ready for the Las Vegas A's? Relocation speculation heats up

With Oakland Athletics executives heading to Las Vegas this week, Sin City seems likely to soon be home to a Major League Baseball team. 

Damar Hamlin challenges LeBron James, Tom Brady in new initative

More good is coming from a near tragedy.

Blame NFL for 49ers' QB debacle in NFC title game

The NFL only has itself to blame for the debacle of a team running out of healthy quarterbacks and ruining one of the season's biggest games.

Mets set on 'insane' Shohei Ohtani offer in free agency next offseason?

Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani will become the biggest free agent since Alex Rodriguez at the turn of the century. Per the New York Post's Jon Heyman, the Mets might be the favorites in the Ohtani sweepstakes.

What to expect from 2024-26 Baseball Hall of Fame voting

Former Rockies star Todd Helton, a first baseman, missed the 75% threshold by a few votes. He could be voted in, but who else could join him? Here are players who will be in the conversation for the Hall over the next three years.

Baltimore's future looks bright with eight on MLB's 100 Top Prospects list

It might not be this year, but the Baltimore Orioles appear headed to AL East dominance with a host of young talent ready to make a splash in the majors.

Three potential free agents for cash-strapped Rams

With QB Matthew Stafford and head coach Sean McVay returning for 2023, the Rams (5-12)  hope to return to relevancy.

University, prankster share embarrassment in Duquesne viral video incident

Well, it looks like we have our answer. The man who went viral for walking on the court of a college basketball game with a food delivery order was nothing more than a prank.

Commanders star headlines potential free-agent haul for Seahawks

The Seahawks head into the offseason with the seventh-most cap space at $31 million.

Three potential free agents for Cardinals

After a disastrous 4-13 season that saw the GM and head coach lose their jobs, the Cardinals head into the offseason looking to makeover their team.

Bills DE headlines potential free-agent pickups for 49ers

After finishing as the No. 2 seed in the NFC, the 49ers will be in the prime position in 2023 to add more talent.

'Craziest thing': Uber Eats delivery driver interrupts basketball game

A delivery dude has fired up the Internet and social media. During the second half of Wednesday’s Loyola (Chicago)-Duquesne basketball game in Pittsburgh, play was briefly stopped when an Uber Eats delivery person wandered on the court looking for his customer.