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Andrew Wright

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Andrew "Dew" Wright graduated from Charleston Southern University with a degree in Communication Studies. He is a lifelong Chicago Cubs and Washington Commanders fan. 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                
October 15, 2024  |  Cleveland Browns

Numbers don't lie: Stats show just how bad Deshaun Watson is

After such a promising start to his career, Deshaun Watson has slowly become one of the worst quarterbacks in all of football.

October 11, 2024  |  Charlotte Hornets

Potential Hornets turnaround could hinge on one player

Where the Hornets finish could come down to the health of their star point guard.

October 7, 2024  |  Denver Broncos

Rookie Bo Nix and the Broncos are getting hot

The Denver Broncos have flipped the script, winning three straight games after an 0-2 start.

October 4, 2024  |  Boise State Broncos

Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty going supernova on college football

Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty is turning in a season for the ages.

October 3, 2024  |  New York Yankees

New York Yankees must play for World Series championship this year

No excuses for the New York Yankees, now.

October 1, 2024  |  Washington Commanders

Jayden Daniels' historic start powers Commanders' resurgence

The Washington Commanders have started the season with a 3-1 record, and a huge reason for their success is rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels.

September 27, 2024  |  NFL

Two NFL underdogs to take in Week 4

Going into Week 4, there are a couple of underdogs who have a real chance to pull off the upset. Here's who they are and why they have a chance.

September 26, 2024  |  Pittsburgh Steelers

Why undefeated Steelers deserve the NFL's attention and respect

Of the five remaining undefeated teams in the NFL, why are the Pittsburgh Steelers getting little to no national attention headed into Week 4?

September 24, 2024  |  Seattle Seahawks

Why Seahawks are the surprise of the NFL

First-year head coach Mike Macdonald has gotten off to a great start in his first year with veteran quarterback Geno Smith.

September 24, 2024  |  MLB

Mets look to avenge series sweep from 2022

In the final week of the MLB regular season, no series is bigger than a three-game set beginning Tuesday between the New York Mets and Atlanta Braves.

September 21, 2024  |  NFL

Upset special? What Commanders must do to stun Bengals

Led by rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, the Commanders must excel in all phases to pull off an upset.

September 17, 2024  |  MLB

Tigers chasing down Twins for final AL wild-card spot

Detroit has trimmed Minnesota's lead down to striking distance ahead of the final 12 days of the regular season.

September 16, 2024  |  Tennessee Volunteers

Rocky Top: Why Tennessee is the best team in the SEC

Starting the year at No. 15 in the preseason polls, the Vols have quickly climbed their way up to the No. 6 spot in the AP Poll.

September 13, 2024  |  College Football

What to know about LSU vs. South Carolina

After a dominating win over Kentucky last Saturday, the Gamecocks come into this game against LSU with high expectations.

September 9, 2024  |  Washington Commanders

Commanders defense desperately needs help in this area

The Washington Commanders ranked last in yards and points allowed last season, and judging from their 37-20 loss in Week 1 to Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the unit hasn't improved.

September 6, 2024  |  Tennessee Titans

Hold the mayo: Here's the player who must star for Titans to surprise

The Houston Texans were the surprise team of 2023. Could their division rival, the Tennessee Titans, be that team this season? To make a leap from 6-11 and last in the AFC South in 2023 to an upper tier, the Titans need strong play from this promising young player.

September 5, 2024  |  Washington Commanders

With Jahan Dotson gone, this Commanders receiver is on hot seat

2024 season should be a make-or-break season for Washington Commanders veteran receiver Dyami Brown.

September 3, 2024  |  MLB

Simply wild: NL's last playoff spot could come down to final week

Entering play Tuesday, the Atlanta Braves hold a half-game lead over the New York Mets and a 3.5- game lead over the Chicago Cubs for the final wild-card spot in the National League, setting up a wild stretch run.

August 29, 2024  |  Chicago Cubs

Rookie OF, veteran catcher help keep Cubs in playoff contention

Two players at the bottom of the order are helping to keep the Cubs afloat in the playoff race.

August 28, 2024  |  Los Angeles Dodgers

Dodgers aren't the best bet to win World Series and here's why

With a month remaining in the MLB season, the Los Angeles Dodgers hold a three-game lead in the NL West through Tuesday's play and are a near-lock for the postseason.

August 26, 2024  |  Cleveland Guardians

Why Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase should win AL Cy Young

No reliever has won the Cy Young Award since Eric Gagne in 2003. That should change this season as Cleveland Guardians closer Emmanuel Clase has a fabulous case to win the award in the American League.

August 23, 2024  |  MLB

Who will win the three-horse race that is the AL Central?

The AL Central has been a dogfight this summer, Chicago White Sox notwithstanding.

August 20, 2024  |  Charlotte Hornets

Why this season will be critical for Hornets star LaMelo Ball

The pressure is on the Charlotte Hornets, and the availability and performance of star point guard LaMelo Ball will be paramount for the team to meet its goals.

August 19, 2024  |  MLB

Phillies, Braves gear up for massive NL East showdown

Entering play Monday, the Philadelphia Phillies lead the Atlanta Braves by seven games in the NL East. With plenty at stake, the teams will begin a three-game series in Atlanta on Tuesday night.