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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.

Dalvin Cook debunks rumor surrounding free agency, contract offer

The biggest name still looming on the free agency market is former Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook.

Insider has interesting pushback on potential Damian Lillard-Heat trade package

There's a popular viewpoint that the Heat would be bidding against themselves for Dame.

Magic Johnson makes bold prediction for Lakers’ Rob Pelinka, sounds off on team’s offseason

While Magic Johnson is no longer a part of the Los Angeles Lakers front office, it appears there's no shortage of appreciation from the NBA legend for his former counterpart, Rob Pelinka.

Michael Gallup’s recent comments give Cowboys fans reason for excitement

When the Dallas Cowboys opted to part ways with wide receiver Amari Cooper via trade to the Cleveland Browns in a cost-saving move, the expectations became sky-high for Michael Gallup.

NBA’s 2023-24 MVP odds released with a few interesting values

Sitting atop the release of the 2023-24 NBA Most Valuable Player odds are the names most would likely expect.

NFL exec points to potentially huge contract extension for Cowboys star

Dallas Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb may very well be in line for a monster contract extension.

Nuggets' Christian Braun makes it known: He's ready to fill Bruce Brown's shoes

Denver Nuggets guard Christian Braun is confident that he can step up in the absence of Bruce Brown in the fall.

Damian Lillard gets full support for trade request from NBA Hall of Famer

While the initial response to Damian Lillard's decision to request a trade from the Trail Blazers brought a mixture of positive and negative reactions, there was no shortage of people who believed the star guard's request was long overdue. 

Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving draw major praise from Mavericks’ new addition

The Dallas Mavericks may not have added another "star-caliber" player this offseason, but with the addition of former Boston Celtics forward Grant Williams

Paul Pierce doubles down on bold Dwyane Wade take

It may have taken a bit of time for former Boston Celtics star Paul Pierce to double down, but he's indeed done just that when it comes to his comments comparing his own career vs. Dwyane Wade's. 

Dez Bryant responds to Dak Prescott: ‘I’ll always have his back’

Dak Prescott and Dez Bryant only spent two seasons together on the Dallas Cowboys in 2016 and 2017, but it seems the pass-catching duo built a strong bond both on and off the field.

Analyst says Heat's potential trade offer for Damian Lillard is ‘absolutely fair’

The bulk of the reports and rumors surrounding the Heat's pursuit of a trade for Damian Lillard have focused on the Portland Trail Blazers' pursuit of adding more than what Miami can offer.

LeBron James gets the highest form of praise from Lakers teammate

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James drew some high praise from teammate Austin Reaves.

Lakers guard has interesting pushback on NBA’s in-season tournament

The NBA's decision to run an in-season tournament has come with a mixture of praise, excitement, confusion and pushback. Essentially any response you could imagine a fan, analyst or player giving has probably been put out in the universe at some point while discussing it.

Giants' recent signing may point to trouble on Saquon Barkley front

The New York Giants signed a little bit of running back insurance. Just in case.

Austin Reaves reveals teams he ‘thought’ about joining before re-signing with Lakers

During his recent appearance on Showtime Basketball's "All The Smoke" with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson, Reaves essentially confirmed his desire to always stay in Los Angeles.

Lakers’ Austin Reaves addresses Taylor Swift dating rumors

For all the Los Angeles Lakers fans who also consider themselves to be "Swifties," there's some bad news you may want to buckle up for. 

Lakers’ Austin Reaves raves about Russell Westbrook

Austin Reaves' comments about former Lakers teammate Russell Westbrook are bound to grab plenty of attention.

Surprising name emerges as Ravens’ best WR at training camp, analyst raves that ‘it ain’t close’

The signing of Odell Beckham Jr. brought plenty of excitement for the Baltimore Ravens this offseason. But it appears another name could wind up grabbing the hearts of the fan base, and it may happen sooner than later if the early returns are any indication.

Derrick Henry blasts teams after Saquon Barkley, Josh Jacobs disrespected

Many NFL running backs are bonding together by publicly speaking their minds on the league's consistent undervaluing of the position. 

Saquon Barkley's cryptic message perfectly sums up NFL’s brutal RB outlook

If there was ever a way to perfectly explain how undervalued running backs are in the NFL currently, the situation involving three of the most high-upside runners this offseason is probably it.

Report: Josh Jacobs was waiting outside Raiders’ facilities at deadline

The reported story behind how close (and how prepared, just in case) Jacobs was to putting pen to paper on a contract extension is certainly an interesting one.

Undrafted NBA rookie draws major praise, high-level comparison

It can be tough to buy into the hype of most NBA rookies drafted outside of the early part of the first round, but a few names have already provided fans with plenty of excitement.

Pistons HC Monty Williams drops epic one-liner about two new draft picks

New Detroit Pistons HC Monty Williams gave two of his rookies the most glowing of compliments.

Hornets' Brandon Miller debunks viral video, says people in NBA should 'have more fun'

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller claimed that a viral video which depicted him failing to identify an NBA All-Star was actually just a joke.