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Why 49ers should not trade Brock Purdy

Some have floated trade scenarios, especially with his contract extension looming, but moving on from Purdy so quickly might not be the wisest course of action.

Steelers need a major offensive overhaul next season

Without significant changes, the Steelers risk squandering their storied reputation and Mike Tomlin’s legacy.

Should Jimmy Butler want to stay with the Heat?

Jimmy Butler is one of the hottest names around the NBA as we approach the trade deadline on Feb. 6. A lot can happen until then, but of late Butler’s name has been involved in plenty of trade rumors. However, if you believe Pat Riley, Butler isn’t going anywhere.

Jets will continue to be a mess no matter what they do

The Jets are forever cursed and doomed to wallow in obscurity.

Jets should finally be done with the Aaron Rodgers experiment

When the New York Jets brought in Aaron Rodgers during the 2023 offseason, hopes were sky high for the first time in a long time in the Big Apple.

What a difference a year has made for Sean Payton's legacy

Sean Payton’s arrival to the Denver Broncos in 2023 was supposed to be a turning point for a franchise struggling to regain its identity. In less than two full seasons, Payton has shifted the narrative from uncertainty to hope, redefining the Broncos’ path forward in the NFL.

Chiefs' winning ways masking poor play from Patrick Mahomes

The Chiefs are 9-1, but Mahomes has not looked like the quarterback we've come to expect him to be.

Are the Warriors back and ready to compete for another title?

The new-look Golden State Warriors have come out of the gates smoking at the start of the 2024-25 NBA season.

Are the Vikings coming back down to Earth after undefeated start?

The first month of the 2024 NFL season was nothing but sunshine and rainbows in Minnesota for the Vikings.

Is Clippers' Kawhi Leonard no longer a factor in the NBA?

The 2024-25 NBA season is underway and Kawhi Leonard was not on the court Wednesday for the Los Angeles Clippers' opener against the Phoenix Suns. Los Angeles lost by three in overtime, 116-113, but the bigger story was Leonard’s absence.

Could DeAndre Hopkins be the difference in Chiefs' three-peat push?

The Kansas City Chiefs have a chance to do something that has not been achieved in the NFL’s Super Bowl era. No franchise has been able to win three titles in a row.

Why Chris Paul joining Spurs doesn't signal the end of his championship window

With Chris Paul on another new team to start the season, it begs the question of whether his title-chasing days are officially done.

Will Nick Chubb's impending return be enough to save the Browns season?

Through four games this season, the Cleveland Browns have stumbled their way to a 1-3 record. It’s safe to say this start is disappointing for them after winning 11 games last season and making an appearance in the wild-card round.

Have we already seen the peak of Tua Tagovailoa's NFL career?

Since being drafted, Tua Tagovailoa’s journey has been filled with ups and downs, During his time in the league, Tagovailoa has sparked debates across the NFL community. 

Is 49ers' reign of dominance over the NFC coming to an end?

The 49ers currently sit at 1-2 in the NFC West. Is this just a rough patch, or are the tides changing within the conference?

Is Russell Wilson done as an NFL starting QB?

Evaluating the prospects for a once-great NFL quarterback like Russell Wilson is a complex topic that combines a statistical element with sentiment.

Ravens suddenly facing most important game of season in Week 3

The Baltimore Ravens need to take care of business against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.

Has Vikings QB Sam Darnold found a home in Minnesota after undefeated start?

Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold seems to have settled in with his new team.

Can 49ers survive without Christian McCaffrey for extended period?

Can the San Francisco 49ers weather the loss of star RB Christian McCaffrey?

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson realizes he's got more to prove than ever before

Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens had an amazing run last season that ended at the hands of the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC title game.

Colleges with the most No. 1 overall NFL draft picks may surprise you

In college football, there are certain programs that stand out above the rest because of their historical significance to the NCAA. Schools like Alabama and Georgia often have multiple players selected in the first round of the NFL Draft.

Was Chiefs trio snubbed in NFL Network's triplet rankings?

Underestimate the Kansas City Chiefs at your own peril.

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce has set himself up for nice Hollywood career

Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce has the world at his fingertips.

Brock Purdy is receiving the credit Jimmy Garoppolo never got in San Francisco

Whether it be fans, analysts or players/coaches, Brock Purdy has been universally embraced as San Francisco’s franchise quarterback.