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Is too much expectation being placed on Aaron Rodgers?

The hype has returned for Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets. But is it too much this time?

Is DeMar DeRozan better off playing somewhere other than Chicago?

Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan might be better off with a change of scenery.

C.J. Stroud asserting himself is a good sign for Texans

When the Houston Texans drafted C.J. Stroud last spring, they did so hoping he’d eventually become their franchise quarterback and team leader. After just one season as Texans starting QB, Stroud is already checking those boxes.

Is Dejounte Murray really a better trade option than Trae Young?

Now rumors are circulating about the Hawks potentially wanting to split up their dynamic backcourt of Trae Young and Dejounte Murray. Reports are that both players could be traded. But which of these All-Stars hold a higher value around the NBA?

Sean McVay, Matthew Stafford get high slot in HC-QB rankings

The McVay-Stafford duo beat out some stiff competition for that ranking.

Marcus Smart had 'bittersweet' reaction to Celtics winning NBA title

Last summer, Smart was traded to the Grizzlies last summer in a deal that brought Kristaps Porzingis to Boston. Then Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum led the Celtics to banner No. 18 (the most in NBA history), defeating the Dallas Mavericks in five games.

Former Colts, Eagles LB Shaquille Leonard latest example of NFL's real meaning

Shaquille Leonard is finding out the hard way that NFL can also stand for Not For Long.

Seahawks receiving mixed reviews for running backs group

The Seattle Seahawks have yet to truly find a replacement for RB Marshawn Lynch, who left the team almost a decade ago.

Two-time NBA champion could be the best fit for the 76ers in free agency

His name doesn’t carry the same weight in popularity, he was a key piece for two championship-winning organizations within the past four years.

Aging AFC star still viewed among top NFL running backs

Although he won’t be the focal point in Baltimore as he was for most of his tenure in Tennesse, the former second-round pick may have even more pressure now being expected to alleviate some pressure from Lamar Jackson.

Jets RB Breece Hall ready for showdown with former teammate Brock Purdy

New York Jets RB Breece Hall was teammates with San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy at Iowa State, but that's not clouding his vision for the Week 1 matchup between the teams.

Mavericks standing on their last leg that they can make NBA history

It’s never been done in the 78-year history of the NBA. Every team that has fallen behind 3-0 in a best-of-seven series has gone on to lose said series.

France seems to have a stronghold on the top of the NBA Draft

With the 2024 NBA Draft almost two weeks away, there is no clear No. 1 pick projected.

Raiders assistant HC puts the pressure on Maxx Crosby with high praise

Crosby has been a Pro Bowl selection in each of the last three seasons.

49ers' Josh Dobbs may have already won the QB2 job

Dobbs is viewed as being the front-runner in the clubhouse to win the No. 2 quarterback role on the depth chart.

Chet Holmgren gives honest response on heels of first playoff elimination

The Oklahoma City Thunder had a great season but in the end, the Dallas Mavericks proved too strong for the youngest team in this year’s playoffs. 

Knicks' long history of being eliminated by Pacers continues

The vibe around the Big Apple is always a bit nervous when the New York Knicks take on the Indiana Pacers in the playoffs.

Cardinals head coach warns not to bet against Kyler Murray

Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon was not shocked by Murray’s jumper he displayed at a recent Oklahoma City Thunder playoff game.

Luka Doncic remains confident Mavericks can win West

The Dallas Mavericks should be feeling good after taking a 2-1 lead in their Western Conference semifinal series against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday. 

Insider explains why Warriors will go 'big-game hunting' this offseason

Although the Warriors did win 46 games this season, it was only good enough for a 10th-place finish in the Western Conference.

Pressure mounts on Nuggets as Nikola Jokic wins third MVP Award

While Jokic has achieved something great that places him among NBA royalty, the Nuggets need him to play like it in Game 3.