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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January 13, 2024 | Houston Texans

Watch: Texans TE Brevin Jordan turns on jets for score in wild first half

Houston Texans tight end Brevin Jordan was the fastest player during the first half of the Browns-Texans track meet.

January 13, 2024 | College Basketball

No. 6 Kentucky's loss to Texas A&M completes wild week of CBB upsets

March Madness technically doesn't start for another two months, but we're getting something of a sneak peak this week.

January 13, 2024 | Buffalo Bills

NFL makes responsible decision on Steelers-Bills wild-card game

Per the National Weather Service, the Buffalo area is in a winter storm warning and can expect as much as three feet of snow.

January 13, 2024 | Ohio State Buckeyes

Huge returning class makes 2024 championship or bust for Ohio State

Ohio State is all-in for the 2024 season.

January 13, 2024 | Philadelphia Eagles

Eagles WR A.J. Brown ruled out for wild-card matchup against Bucs

Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown has been ruled out for the team’s Super Wild Card Weekend showdown with the Buccaneers on Monday night.

January 13, 2024 | Las Vegas Raiders

Major changes could come to Raiders if Antonio Pierce isn't named head coach

Many dominoes could fall in Las Vegas if Pierce isn't named head coach.

January 11, 2024 | NFL

NFC Super Wild Card Weekend predictions: Cowboys, Eagles headed in opposite directions, thriller in Detroit

Here are our predictions for this weekend's games in the NFC.

January 11, 2024 | Oregon Ducks

Oregon breathes sigh of relief with head coach Dan Lanning remaining

Dan Lanning isn't going anywhere. Oregon's head coach was quickly named a top candidate for Alabama's head coaching job, which opened up on Wednesday with Nick Saban's surprising retirement.

January 11, 2024 | NFL

Three reasons why Bill Belichick isn’t what the Falcons need

While Belichick would certainly be a splashy hire, it isn't the direction the Falcons should go.

January 10, 2024 | Alabama Crimson Tide

Coaching legend Nick Saban retires, putting Alabama's future in question

Following a legend is never easy. Alabama is about to find out how difficult it is.

January 10, 2024 | NFL

Why the Falcons, Broncos and three other teams should trade up in the 2024 NFL Draft

Here are five teams that should consider trading up before April's draft.

January 10, 2024 | NFL

Latest round of mock drafts suggest Bears will start over at quarterback

Where will Justin Fields play in 2024? According to the latest mock drafts from ESPN and Pro Football Focus, it won't be in Chicago.

January 9, 2024 | College Football

Most impactful 2024 transfer portal additions

With the season officially over, here's an early look at top transfer portal additions who will make an impact in 2024.

January 9, 2024 | Jacksonville Jaguars

Fired Jaguars coach rips team on way out the door: 'The problems are staying'

The Jaguars made numerous coaching staff changes on Monday, and one departing coach isn't staying silent.

January 8, 2024 | College Football

Takeaways from Michigan's national championship victory over Washington

For the first time in program history, Michigan is 15-0. The Wolverines capped a perfect season with a resounding 34-13 win over Washington in the College Football Playoff national championship game.

January 8, 2024 | Memphis Grizzlies

Grizzlies hit with a devastating injury update for star Ja Morant

Ja Morant's season is over. On Monday, the Grizzlies announced Morant, who recently returned from a 25-game suspension, will undergo season-ending labrum surgery.

January 8, 2024 | Michigan Wolverines

Watch: Michigan RB Donovan Edwards scores two long TDs in first quarter of CFP title game

2022 Donovan Edwards has entered the chat.

January 8, 2024 | New Orleans Saints

Report: Former Raiders, Bucs HC Jon Gruden a candidate for role on Saints staff

The Saints are expected to retain head coach Dennis Allen, but that doesn't mean New Orleans is running it back in 2024.

January 8, 2024 | NFL

2024 NFL free-agency primer: 10 best players available

NFL free agency doesn't officially begin until the start of the 2024 league year on March 13 at 4 p.m. E.T. However, with the offseason here for 18 of the league's 32 franchises, it's the perfect time to begin assessing the upcoming crop of free agents.