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Jeff Smith

Jeff Smith has extensive experience as a sports writer and editor, including stops at ESPN, FOX Sports, CBS Sports, USA TODAY SMG, and Heavy. Jeff's passion for sports content starts and finishes with writing and he's grateful to be able to work in that field on a daily basis.

Jason Kidd pegs unique choice for Mavericks’ ‘Jason Terry’ role

Jason Kidd hopes to find a spark in the sixth-man role for the Dallas Mavericks moving forward in the 2024-25 season. 

Doc Rivers takes blame for Bucks’ woeful start to season

Last season's No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference finished with a 49-33 record, but the Bucks are now 1-4 through five games after Thursday night's 122-99 loss to the Grizzlies.

Joe Burrow responds to whether Bengals should be active at trade deadline

Just two years removed from a 12-4 season and three years from a trip to the Super Bowl, the Cincinnati Bengals look poised to stand pat at the trade deadline.

Thunder coach explains why Chet Holmgren is like a praying mantis

Mark Daigneault may have given budding star Chet Holmgren his new nickname.

Chris Paul on building chemistry with Victor Wembanyama: 'He's not like anybody I've played with'

It's likely Wembanyama has never played with a player capable of making passes and reads like Paul does.

Cavaliers' Darius Garland admits to losing his 'joy' for basketball in 2023-24

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Darius Garland spent much of the 2023-24 season battling injuries, and it took a toll on the young guard.

Josh Allen addresses relationship with Stefon Diggs ahead of Bills-Texans Week 5 matchup

Allen had a stellar stretch in his career with Diggs as his top pass-catcher.

Ja'Marr Chase discusses moving past 'BS' with Bengals in offseason

Ja'Marr Chase's 2024 coming-out party took a few weeks to arrive, but the Cincinnati Bengals star showed off his superstar form on Monday Night Football in Week 3.

Davante Adams doubles down on Antonio Pierce’s ‘business decisions’ criticism of Raiders

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce didn't hold back after a stunning defeat at the hands of the previously winless Carolina Panthers. His star WR has his back.

Jaylen Brown praises Celtics' depth by ripping Pistons

For most of his career, Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown's game has done most of the talking. But when it comes to showing love to his teammates, that may be a different story.

Jerry Jones responds to former coach critical comments of Cowboys

Former Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett, now an analyst for NBC's pregame show 'Football Night in America,' had some choice words about his old team following a disappointing Week 3 loss to the Ravens. 

Jerry Jones addresses possibility Cowboys will use Dalvin Cook vs. Giants in Week 4

With a crucial Week 4 matchup against the New York Giants set for Thursday night, one big looming question for the Cowboys has been whether they will opt to bring Dalvin Cook into the mix.

Bengals coach bemoans Cam Taylor-Britt’s decision to take shot at Commanders’ offense

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt made headlines ahead of Monday night's game, stating that the Washington Commanders run a "college offense." The comments didn't age well.

Jayden Daniels reveals what Terry McLaurin told him before key TD in win over Bengals

The play was even more noteworthy when considering the result was the first touchdown thrown by the rookie QB to an actual pass-catcher in his NFL career.

Terry McLaurin called his shot on Commanders’ clutch fourth-quarter TD

Jayden Daniels and Terry McLaurin are hitting their stride, and suddenly, a franchise that has made the playoffs only once in the past nine years looks more than talented enough to push for a postseason berth.

Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase gives Jayden Daniels his flowers after Commanders win

Although it's early in the year, it's safe to say the former Heisman Trophy winner is the front-runner for 2024 NFL Rookie of the Year.

Jerry Jones explains why Cowboys didn't sign Derrick Henry

The Dallas Cowboys and owner Jerry Jones saw firsthand the "what could have been" during a tough Week 3 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.

Cowboys pass-rusher calls out team for playing 'little league football' vs. Ravens

The Dallas Cowboys' 28-25 Week 3 loss to the Baltimore Ravens wasn't nearly as close as the score indicated and one player had a blunt assessment of the team's performance.

Giants WR denies pushing for trade amid slow start to 2024 season

The former third-round pick in 2023 has seen just one target so far this season.

Bryce Young's former coach Nick Saban calls out Panthers in defense of QB after benching

If anyone knows firsthand about the upside of Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young, it's Nick Saban.

C.J. Stroud addresses viral clip with Caleb Williams after Texans’ win over Bears

Williams appeared less than receptive to what Stroud was saying to him after the Texans beat the Bears on Sunday. Now Stroud has addressed the interaction.

LeBron James sends message to Bryce Young after Panthers bench QB

LeBron James left no gray area about his feelings on the Carolina Panthers' decision to bench quarterback Bryce Young two games into the 2024 NFL season.

Jerry Jones opens up on Dak Prescott’s record-setting contract extension

Jerry Jones discussed his quarterback's recent contract extension.

Micah Parsons gushes over Dak Prescott after Cowboys QB inks record extension

Prescott signed a four-year, $240 million extension just before Week 1.