Eric Smithling

Eric Smithling is a writer based in New Orleans, LA, whose byline also appears on Athlon Sports. He has been with Yardbarker since September 2022, primarily covering the NFL and college football, but also the NBA, WNBA, men’s and women’s college basketball, NHL, tennis and golf. He holds a film studies degree from the University of New Orleans. You can find him on Twitter/X and Threads at @ericsmithling and at Bluesky at @ericsmithling.bsky.social.

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November 7, 2024 | Carolina Panthers

Panthers receive rare positive news with key offensive weapon's extension

We must be living in "The Twilight Zone." The Panthers did something right.

November 6, 2024 | Cleveland Cavaliers

Cavaliers continue undefeated start with a road win over Pelicans

The Cavaliers cleared another hurdle on Wednesday, improving to 9-0, the best start in franchise history.

November 6, 2024 | Villanova Wildcats

Brutal Villanova loss a bad sign for Wildcats 2024-25 outlook

Oh, how far Villanova has fallen.

November 6, 2024 | Florida Gators

Florida could receive significant boost vs. Texas with QB DJ Lagway update

Florida received a positive injury update from quarterback DJ Lagway (hamstring) on Wednesday.

November 5, 2024 | NFL

Sky is limit for Commanders after splash trade with Saints

Washington struck with its iron still hot.

November 5, 2024 | USC Trojans

QB change a desperate attempt from USC HC Lincoln Riley to salvage lost season

USC head coach Lincoln Riley found a scapegoat for the Trojans' frustrating first year as a Big Ten conference member.

November 4, 2024 | NFL

'MNF' takeaways: Questionable Todd Bowles decision costs Bucs in loss to Chiefs

Here are five takeaways from the Week 9 finale.

November 4, 2024 | Memphis Grizzlies

Watch: Ja Morant hits pair of 360-degree layups against Nets

Around and around Ja Morant goes. The electrifying Grizzlies guard scored four of his 21 points through three quarters on Monday night against the Nets on two incredible 360-degree layups.

November 4, 2024 | NBA

Watch: Impressive Evan Mobley sequence extends Cavs lead over Bucks

Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley does it all. He gave the Cavaliers an eight-point lead, 42-34, over the Bucks on Monday night with a remarkable individual effort during a second-quarter sequence.

November 4, 2024 | New Orleans Saints

Six coaches who should be on the Saints' radar after HC Dennis Allen's firing

Where do the Saints go from here? These are six candidates who should be on New Orleans' radar as it begins its head coaching search.

November 3, 2024 | NFL

'SNF' takeaways: Justin Jefferson, Kevin O'Connell belong in awards conversation

The Vikings snapped their two-game losing streak with a 21-13 win on "Sunday Night Football" against the Colts.

November 3, 2024 | NFL

Week 9 worst QB performances: Derek Carr commits cardinal sin in humiliating loss to Panthers

Several NFL quarterbacks had games to forget in Week 9. Here are the five worst quarterback performances from Sunday's NFL action.

November 2, 2024 | College Football

CFB Week 10 winners, losers: James Franklin lives down to his reputation

From South Carolina's massive home win over Texas A&M to the Big 12's suddenly precarious playoff positioning, here are Week 10's winners and losers.

November 2, 2024 | College Football

Watch: Ohio State, Penn State trade brutal first-half red-zone turnovers

Ohio State and Penn State traded brutal red-zone turnovers in the second quarter of Saturday's marquee college football game.

November 2, 2024 | College Football

Watch: Penn State gets first big play in top-five showdown against Ohio State

Penn State made the first big play in Saturday's top-five game against Ohio State.

November 2, 2024 | Miami Hurricanes

Watch: Miami QB Cam Ward completes ridiculous touchdown against Duke

Ward added to his Heisman reel with a ridiculous touchdown against Duke on Saturday.

November 1, 2024 | Tennessee Titans

Titans WR potentially set up for big Week 9 due to key injuries

With potentially limited offensive options, one Titans wide receiver could be extremely busy in Week 9.

November 1, 2024 | WNBA

Indiana Fever move closer to contender status with hiring of HC

The Indiana Fever aren't wasting time building a contender around star guard Caitlin Clark.

October 31, 2024 | NFL

10 NFL MVP candidates: No Patrick Mahomes, but three AFC North players make the cut

With the NFL season hitting its midway point, we're checking the pulse on the MVP race. Here are the top-10 contenders as Week 9 kicks into gear. (What, no Patrick Mahomes?)