Mike Santa Barbara

Potential impact of Vikings' rookie WR may be overlooked

Selected 23rd overall in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, former USC wideout Jordan Addison arrived as the newest addition to the Vikings offense with little, if any, fanfare. However, the rookies' potential impact may be going unnoticed. 

NFC North stock up, down: Jahymr Gibbs ready to shine, while Jordan Love faces uphill climb

With Week 1 of the NFL season now upon us, here's a look at whose stock is up and down in the NFC North. 

NFC North coaching tiers: Dan Campbell leads a group filled with uncertainty

We named the tiers after either a movie title, genre or actor to help rationalize if each coach is producing an Academy Award- or a Razzie-level performance. Here's how the NFC North stacked up.

Shohei Ohtani's latest feat might be most impressive yet

Los Angeles Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani is running his way toward statistical immortality. And he will fetch a monster payday along the way.

Surprising squad predicted to lead NFC North in top 100 players after 2023

Expectations are higher than ever for the Lions entering the 2023 season. However, perhaps for the first time, the hype is coming from the fanbase and outside pundits alike. 

Why Broncos RB Samaje Perine could thrive in Sean Payton's offense

Denver Broncos RB Samaje Perine could be in a for a sneaky-good season in HC Sean Payton's offense.

NFC North stock up, down: Impressive RBs and a lineman on the decline

Viktor Hovland makes PGA Tour history with FedEx Cup victory

Entering the final round of the Tour Championship Sunday with a six-shot lead, Viktor Hovland closed the deal Sunday, winning the 2023 FedEx Cup while making unique history along the way. 

Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll makes rare rookie history with 40th stolen base

Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll continued his breakout rookie campaign by joining a rare group of first-year standouts on Sunday. 

Shohei Ohtani continues to post mind-blowing stats despite injury

Angels star Shohei Ohtani may have had his season on the mound derailed by injury, but he's essentially morphed into the modern-day version of Barry Bonds at the plate. 

Jerry Jones passed on chance to draft Jalen Hurts despite comments

While trying to downplay the acquisition of quarterback and former No. 3 overall pick Trey Lance, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones recently hinted that a similar move was always in the works

Cubs pitching prospect flirts with franchise record in debut

Left-handed starter Jordan Wicks made his major league debut Saturday for the Chicago Cubs, coming close to an impressive franchise mark. 

Are the Phillies getting hot at the right time?

The Philadelphia Phillies are rolling just as the weather is cooling.

Is all the hoopla over Notre Dame QB Sam Hartman warranted?

Hartman finished the night 19-of-23 for 251 yards and four touchdowns in a 42-3 Notre Dame drubbing of Navy. 

Angels say Shohei Ohtani, agent, initially refused MRI on injured elbow

Angels two-way phenom and 2023 MVP favorite Shohei Ohtani not only had his season come to a premature end earlier this week due to injury,

Watch: Red Sox's Alex Verdugo continues insane streak of lead-off HRs

Alex Verdugo will likely stay in the No. 1 spot in the Red Sox's batting order for the foreseeable future. Verdugo smashed his third-consecutive leadoff home run on Saturday afternoon, making unique franchise history. 

49ers GM John Lynch admits defeat with Trey Lance

San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch kind of, sort of said that the team whiffed in trading up to draft Trey Lance two years back.

Astros' Framber Valdez makes unique history after another clean August outing

Houston Astros southpaw Framber Valdez has had quite the eventful August, even beyond his no-hitter.

The Cowboys trade for Trey Lance creates a road without Dak Prescott

While competition might be king, as far as NFL starting quarterbacks go, it usually comes unwelcomed. And, in the case of quarterback Dak Prescott, the Dallas Cowboys trade for former No. 3 overall pick Trey Lance could mark his first step out of Arlington. 

Phillies interested in Japanese pitching prospect with hometown connection

The reigning National League champion Philadelphia Phillies may be eyeing one of the more sought-after starting pitchers on the international market.

Jerry Jones shares ignorant response to LB's run-in with the law

Cowboys second-year linebacker Sam Williams was arrested over the weekend on weapons and controlled substance charges, prompting owner Jerry Jones to crudely joke about it on Wednesday. 

Insane stat shows impact Lionel Messi's had for Inter Miami

Since his arrival, superstar Lionel Messi has taken the MLS by storm. However, one incredible statistic shows how ridiculously dominant he's been, even over a small sample. 

Yankees GM has blunt assessment on the 'disaster' of a team he built

Amid one of the more miserable seasons in New York Yankees history, the team's architect, general manager Brian Cashman, got brutally honest about the team's struggles. 

Giants snap unusual stolen base streak

MLB adopted several changes this season to entice more base stealing. However, the San Francisco Giants didn't get the memo. 

Does Trey Lance to the Vikings make sense?

The Minnesota Vikings might be wise to look into a trade for San Francisco 49ers QB Trey Lance.