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Alex Sabri

Alex Sabri started as a Sports News Contributor for Yardbarker in December 2022. He specializes in professional and collegiate basketball and football, preferably from the NBA, NFL and Big Ten.

February 10, 2023  |  Washington Commanders

Commanders still hesitant on Chase Young's fifth-year option decision

The Washington Commanders have yet to make a decision on defensive end Chase Young's fifth-year option, head coach Ron Rivera said, per Michael Phillips of Richmond.com.

February 9, 2023  |  Las Vegas Aces

WNBA investigating Las Vegas Aces after league-altering signings

The WNBA is investigating the Las Vegas Aces for making under the table payments to free agents and current players.

February 1, 2023  |  Chicago Bears

Bears add more wiggle room after historic salary cap boost

If Bears fans weren't already excited about the 2023 offseason, now would be a great time to start tuning in.

January 31, 2023  |  Kansas City Chiefs

Patrick Mahomes could make NFL history with Super Bowl win

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes threw for 5,250 yards and 41 touchdowns on 648 attempts in 17 games played this season. Mahomes could make NFL history with the Super Bowl 2023 according to a Monday article from CBS Sports NFL writer Shanna McCarriston if they win.

January 27, 2023  |  Georgia Bulldogs

Chicago Bears find diamonds in the rough before crucial offseason

The Chicago Bears were ranked the eighth most productive rookie class in the NFL. The Bears were the only team in the top 10 without a first round pick. This could be a sign of a positive turnaround for the Chicago Bears. 

January 25, 2023  |  Minnesota Vikings

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson makes bid for first non-QB MVP since 2012

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson became the only non-quarterback to make the Associated Press Most Valuable Player finalist list. Not even the 23-year-old wide receiver could believe the selection.

January 25, 2023  |  Jacksonville Jaguars

Doug Pederson earns AFC Coach of the Year after Jaguars turnaround

Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson was named AFC Head Coach of the Year for the 2022 season by the 101 Awards.

January 23, 2023  |  Phoenix Suns

Suns reportedly willing to trade first-round picks in attempt to compete

The Phoenix Suns are willing to trade first-round picks and take on salary long-term for "good players and winning acquisitions."

January 20, 2023  |  College Football

Mississippi Rebels' transfer portal pickups could spark major QB battle

Mississippi landed former Oklahoma State quarterback Spencer Sanders, ESPN senior writer Chris Low tweeted Thursday, setting up what could be a fierce QB battle for the Rebels.

January 10, 2023  |  Purdue Boilermakers

No. 3 Purdue 'not satisfied' with impressive 15-1 start

With a dominant win over Penn State on Saturday, No. 3 Purdue is 15-1 and tied for its best 16-game start since 2011.

January 5, 2023  |  NBA

Seven potential first-time players highlight 2023 NBA All-Star voting

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen, Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero, Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton, and Golden State Warriors guard Jordan Poole highlight the seven potential new players in the NBA's returns.

January 5, 2023  |  Chicago Bears

Bears QB Justin Fields won't get chance to set NFL record

Although Chicago's Justin Fields is on pace to set the NFL season record for rushing yards for a QB, he will not play in Sunday's season finale.