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Victor Barbosa

Victor Barbosa is a passionate follower of MLB, the NBA and NFL, with a deep interest in Boston-area teams. He graduated from Springfield College -- The Birthplace of Basketball --  in 2013 with a degree in Communications-Sports Journalism. Previous bylines include FanSided, Heavy and Syracuse.com, among other publications. Victor lives outside of Albany, NY and can be followed on Twitter/X at @vbarbosa1127.

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Cardinals QB Kyler Murray has 'no hard feelings' toward fan who hit him

Murray apparently is living by the mantra "forgive and forget."

Buccaneers WR Cole Beasley: 'I've been wanting to play with (Tom) Brady for a long time'

If he learns the playbook quickly, Beasley could become a favorite Brady target in short order given Tampa's injuries at WR.

Lamar Jackson spotted wearing protective sleeve on right arm

It's unclear if Jackson was injured in the dramatic loss to the Dolphins over the weekend.

Former All-Star Isaiah Thomas rips media for coverage of Brett Favre scandal

Last week, in the wake of the bombshell report that revealed text messages sent between Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre and then-Mississippi Republican Governor Phil Bryant seemingly showing their collaboration on a welfare scheme, some former professional athletes spoke out to blast the former Green Bay Packers legend.

Bengals QB Joe Burrow on 0-2 start: 'Let's all just take a deep breath and relax'

It's been nearly eight years since four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers told Green Bay Packers fans to "R-E-L-A-X" following the team's 1-2 start to the 2014 regular season.

Watch: Video appears to show fan winding up before smacking Kyler Murray

Sunday's Week 2 action wasn't a good luck for a couple of different fans and how they interact with members of NFL organizations. In Cleveland, Browns

Former Super Bowl MVP Julian Edelman 'didn't get a call' before Buccaneers signed Cole Beasley

Tom Brady had some big-name and big-bodied receiving options during his days with the New England Patriots in wide receiver Randy Moss (6-foot-4) and tight end Rob Gronkowski (6-foot-6).

Julian Edelman: Jimmy Garoppolo gives 49ers better chance to get to 'Handsome Bowl' than Trey Lance

The former New England Patriots wide receiver noted how impressed he was with "Jimmy G" -- an ex-teammate of his -- and predicted just how far he could see the signal-caller leading the San Francisco this winter.

Roger Federer ahead of final match: 'I am nervous, because I haven't played for so long'

Men's tennis legend Roger Federer announced his upcoming retirement last week. The 20-time Grand Slam victor will take the court one final time on Friday in doubles play at the Laver Cup and is hoping to share his final games alongside longtime rival and friend, Rafael Nadal.

Three-time Pro Bowl CB Joe Haden retires following 12-year career

Three months ago, cornerback Joe Haden hinted that he may be returning to the Cleveland Browns, the team that selected him seventh overall in 2010 and where he spent the first seven seasons of his NFL career.

Antonio Brown reacts to NFL warning Bruce Arians for his actions during Bucs-Saints brawl

It's been almost nine months since Antonio Brown's wild exit from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the middle of last season's Week 17 contest against the New York Jets.

Browns plan to ban fan who threw bottle at owner Jimmy Haslam

The Cleveland Browns suffered a brutal last-minute loss to the New York Jets in Week 2, and one fan evidently decided to take his frustrations out on owner Jimmy Haslam.

Steelers rookie WR George Pickens says he was running free vs. Patriots 'about 90 percent of the time'

After a strong preseason, Pickens hasn't enjoyed a ton of production through his first two regular season NFL games. But he isn't getting down on himself. 

Browns RB Nick Chubb on late TD run vs. Jets: 'It cost us the game'

When Chubb elected to score a touchdown late in Week 2's game against the Jets instead of going down and allowing the Browns to run out the clock it opened the door for a Jets comeback. 

ESPN's Domonique Foxworth: Micah Parsons is the best player in the NFL

Parsons is off to a historic start to his young NFL career.

Bills CB Dane Jackson released from hospital, 'all indications are he has avoided a major injury'

The 25-year-old has started both of the Bills' first two games this season in place of the injured Tre'Davious White.

WNBA players skipping offseason play in Russia due to Brittney Griner situation

The Las Vegas Aces made history on Sunday when they captured the 2022 WNBA title and now, the offseason has officially commenced. This one will look a little different for a host of All-Stars though, according to a report from the Associated Press and ESPN.

Rams believe 49ers are a 'better team' with Jimmy Garoppolo as starter?

Jimmy Garoppolo is getting another shot at proving he belongs as the starting quarterback of the San Francisco 49ers.

Former 49ers LT Joe Staley on Russell Wilson: 'I hate Russ'

Staley's feelings towards Wilson apparently haven't softened since the lineman's retirement.

Buccaneers RB Leonard Fournette apologizes to fantasy football owners on Twitter

Fournette has gotten off to a decent start in 2022 but there's one area he's looking to improve upon.

Buccaneers Pro Bowl WR Mike Evans suspended one game for on-field brawl

The four-time Pro Bowler is expected to appeal the suspension.

University of Oregon officials apologize for 'offensive and disgraceful' anti-Morman chant during BYU game

University officials and students decried the chant that part of the student section engaged in on Saturday.

Watch: Cowboys fan rides horse into Walmart checkout line following Week 2 win

Despite being without injured franchise quarterback Dak Prescott, the Dallas Cowboys bounced back in Week 2 against the defending AFC-champion Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, coming away with a 20-17 victory.

LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman to visit Capitol Hill to discuss league with lawmakers

LIV Golf CEO and commissioner Greg Norman is set to visit the nation's capital this week to discuss the breakaway league's "business model and plans" with lawmakers, according to a report by ESPN's Mark Schlabach.

Report: NFL looking at possible involvement of Bruce Arians during Bucs-Saints brawl

Behind a dominant defensive effort, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers downed the New Orleans Saints 20-10 on Sunday. One of, if not the biggest story coming out of the game, however, was the on-field brawl between Bucs star wide receiver Mike Evans and Saints standout cornerback Marshon Lattimore in the fourth quarter.