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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.

Vikings make big move to heat up Dalvin Cook trade rumors

The Minnesota Vikings appear to be primed and ready to move on from running back Dalvin Cook, a split that could be mutually beneficial for both sides. 

Victor Wembanyama sends message after Spurs land No. 1 pick

While nothing is official until the 2023 NBA Draft wraps up, French super-prospect Victor Wembanyama should feel comfortable in having a pretty strong idea about where he'll begin his NBA career.

Did Damian Lillard fuel trade speculation after Blazers lost lottery?

The Trail Blazers catapulted into the top four, after initially holding a 10.5% chance to land the No. 1 overall pick.

Joe Burrow taking Tom Brady approach in contract talks with Bengals

Burrow is taking a hands-on approach to his contract negotiations, stating that he's "involved" but that he and the team "prefer to keep it between us," in terms of where things currently stand.

Micah Parsons reaches out to surprising ex-player to train with in offseason

Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons is looking to take his game to the next level in the 2023 NFL offseason.

Watch: Lakers' Austin Reaves hits wild shot at halftime buzzer in Game 6

With the Los Angeles Lakers holding a 3-2 series lead and doing their all to avoid the series going to a Game 7 back at Golden State, the first half provided plenty of drama and excitement.

Jayson Tatum drops epic quote after Celtics' Game 6 win over Sixers

Jayson Tatum has officially entered the conversation for the NBA's postgame quote of the year.

Nikola Jokic makes NBA playoff history in Nuggets' Game 5 win over Suns

The legend of Nikola Jokic continues to grow, and after Game 5 of the Denver Nuggets' second-round playoff series with the Phoenix Suns, he now finds himself in the history books as well.

Lonnie Walker makes Lakers history in Game 4 win over Warriors

In one of the most shocking plot twists of the 2023 NBA Playoffs to this point, Lonnie Walker IV etched his name into the history books alongside some of the greatest Lakers of all time.

LeBron James praises Lonnie Walker following Lakers' Game 4 win

The Los Angeles Lakers took punch after punch from the Golden State Warriors in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals. Thanks to a crucial fourth-quarter rally which included outscoring the defending champions, 27-17, the Lakers took a 3-1 lead in the series thanks to a 104-101 victory.

Cowboys' new player showers QB Dak Prescott with praise

The Cowboys' new wide receiver, who has caught passes from Drew Brees and Tom Brady, heaped praise on Dak Prescott.

Knicks have part of 'their attention' on possible move to land Giannis Antetokounmpo

While the Heat remain the primary focus for the Knicks on the court, the attention of the front office in New York isn't quite 100 percent on the playoff series, it seems.

Leonard Fournette headlines three backup RB fits for Cowboys

With the season rapidly approaching, the big question in Dallas is whether the second-year running back out of Florida, Malik Davis, is ready to step into the "thunder" role alongside Pollard's "lightning." 

Why Cowboys' negotiations with this star could be complicated

The Dallas Cowboys and their fans must buckle in for what will likely be many important (and costly) contract extensions over the next two offseasons. 

Cowboys WR Brandin Cooks quickly shuts down concerns

Brandin Cooks sounds more than ready to make an impact on the Cowboys.