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Dylan Edenfield

Dylan Edenfield has covered professional sports for several different outlets over the last eight years. As a Michigan native, he brings expertise on Detroit and Michigan sports. Dylan has spent most of his career covering the NBA, but is also passionate about baseball and football. Dylan strives to put a creative spin on every story and keep readers entertained.

Three running backs who will bounce back in Week 2

Week 1 of the NFL season was filled with low-scoring affairs. Many of the league's top offenses struggled to find any rhythm, resulting in underwhelming stat lines from several top stars.

Three wide receivers who will bounce back in Week 2

After rough outings in Week 1, here are three wide receivers who can bounce back in plus-matchups in Week 2.

Dolphins' falloff presents perfect opportunity for Chiefs, Tyreek Hill to reunite

The Dolphins did little to quell concerns about their 2025 prospects in Week 1, adding to Hill's frustration in the process. Meanwhile, Hill's old team finds itself in dire need of a wide receiver. 

Jameson Williams extension could come back to bite Lions

The Detroit Lions made one last move before their season kicked off against the Green Bay Packers, and it was a big one. But will they come to regret it?

Raiders made mistake denying Jakobi Meyers’ trade request

The Las Vegas Raiders made their intentions to compete clear by denying wide receiver Jakobi Meyers' trade request. However, this decision could ultimately cost the team by this time next season.

The one factor that will define the season for the Rams

The outcome of the season for the Rams rests on this one factor.

Cam Thomas' qualifying offer could shape path for remaining restricted free agents

After months of negotiation, Nets guard Cam Thomas has decided to take restricted free agency's unconventional route by accepting the team's one-year, $6 million qualifying offer.

Micah Parsons’ departure could spark career season from Dak Prescott

Without the four-time Pro Bowler, the Cowboys' worrisome defensive outlook won't be getting any rosier. The result? Even more throws from Dak Prescott.

Three QBs with the best shot at winning MVP for the first time

After a handful of Hall of Fame running backs took home the award from the 1990s through the early 2010s, quarterbacks have ruled over MVP voting over the last decade. That doesn't appear to be changing in 2025.

Jaylen Warren’s extension marks clear direction for Steelers’ backfield

Warren earned a somewhat surprising extension from the Steelers just before the season gets underway.

Cubs' Cade Horton continues to show why he deserves NL ROTY

Unlike the AL Rookie of the Year race, which has been led by one of two young Athletics stars for the majority of the season, the NL ROTY battle hasn't seen a true front-runner.

Phillies slugger has mashed his way back into NL MVP race

A contender for NL MVP all season, Philadelphia Phillies DH Kyle Schwarber is having a career season in his fourth go-round in Philly.

Las Vegas-bound A’s could return to relevance sooner than expected

Following an improved, if unspectacular, final season in Oakland, not much was expected of the Athletics in 2025. While the results in the standings this season will be similar to those of 2024, the 2025 version of the team has produced a lot to be excited about.

Jordan Addison suspension clears path for former Vikings great to shine

The Vikings are signing wideout Adam Thielen just two years after releasing him.

Three veteran free-agent WRs who could provide value for needy teams

While the league continues to be loaded with wide receiver talent, not every team possesses respectable depth at the position.

Cal Raleigh eyes legends after hitting 50th home run of season

Seattle Mariners star Cal Raleigh etched his name into the MLB's record books when he slammed his 50th homer of the season. Now, with a little over a month to play, he's setting his sights on some of the game's legends.

Why Blue Jays’ contender status may ride on Shane Bieber

Three weeks after the Toronto Blue Jays acquired him from the Cleveland Guardians at the MLB trade deadline, Shane Bieber made his long-awaited return to the mound on Friday.

Malik Beasley cleared in gambling probe: Three teams that could sign the sharpshooter

Malik Beasley is once again free to sign with any NBA team. 

Two potential trade destinations for overpaid Heat guard

Two teams that could be trade partners for the Heat regarding a guard who is not in the team's long term plans.

Two MLB award races that have already been decided

With a month of regular-season baseball remaining, many of the MLB's award races are still hotly contested. There are, however, a pair of award races that have long been decided.

Bulls reinforce directionless future with questionable Josh Giddey offer

Josh Giddey, like most of his fellow restricted free agents, has spent much of the summer holding out for the best possible contract offer. 

Bills could benefit from a reunion with this player

With the Bills currently utilizing a committee approach with their receiving corps, Buffalo may actually be the best landing spot for him to reassert himself as a reliable pass-catcher. 

Russell Westbrook already made his biggest free-agency mistake

Despite the former MVP's impressive resume, he remains unsigned nearly two months after free agency opened on June 30.

End of franchise-best winning streak shouldn’t concern Brewers

Following a 14-game winning streak, the longest in franchise history, the Milwaukee Brewers' magical run finally came to a close in heartbreaking fashion against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday.

Dodgers' rotation is returning to form at the perfect time

While the Los Angeles Dodgers have always been expected to claim the NL West, the team's 2025 campaign hasn't been nearly as smooth sailing as last year's World Series run.