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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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Aaron Rodgers: Packers have been 'in the mix' for possible Deebo Samuel trade

Now that the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft is complete and Deebo Samuel is still a member of the San Francisco 49ers, the likelihood of the All-Pro being traded may be shrinking.

Suns All-Star PG Chris Paul assessed Flagrant Foul 1 for Game 5 incident with Jose Alvarado

Paul has at times, been called out for alleged dirty plays on the court. On Thursday, the league made an announcement regarding a recent play involving "The Point God" that raised some eyebrows.

Bulls PG Lonzo Ball at 'standstill' in recovery from knee surgery?

The latest reports on Ball's recovery aren't particularly encouraging. 

Jaguars exercise fifth-year option on one-time Pro Bowl DE/OLB Josh Allen

Add Jacksonville Jaguars edge rusher Josh Allen to the rapidly growing list of 2019 first-round draft picks to have their fifth-year options exercised.

Giants pick up fifth-year option on DL Dexter Lawrence, not QB Daniel Jones

The New York Giants made a pair of decisions on Thursday regarding two of their 2019 draft selections. With one, they have officially elected to extend their relationship for at least two more seasons but for the other, his future could reportedly hang in the balance and depend on how he performs in 2022.

Mets to meet with MLB executive Friday to discuss HBPs

Entering Thursday's action, New York Mets batters had been hit by a pitch an MLB-high 19 times. Friday, they'll get the opportunity to discuss the situation with MLB. 

Report: Dolphins exercising fifth-year option on DT Christian Wilkins

Coming off of his most productive season on the field, Christian Wilkins is reportedly getting some security in the form of at least two more years with the Miami Dolphins.

Braves activate All-Star OF Ronald Acuna Jr. from IL

The Atlanta Braves are welcoming back former Rookie of the Year Ronald Acuña Jr. slightly earlier than expected.

Rams RB Cam Akers switching to Odell Beckham Jr.'s No. 3 jersey

If Odell Beckham Jr. is to re-sign with the Los Angeles Rams this offseason, he'll need to find a new uniform number. 

Red Sox manager Alex Cora returns to team following last week's positive COVID-19 test

The Boston Red Sox have lost four in a row, and five out of their last six, since manager Alex Cora tested positive for COVID-19 last week.

Raptors All-Star PG Fred VanVleet doubtful for Game 6 vs. Sixers

If the Toronto Raptors are to stave off elimination for the third straight time in their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series against the Philadelphia 76ers, they'll likely have to do it without All-Star point guard Fred VanVleet.

Colts OC Marcus Brady: Matt Ryan fits offense like a glove

Despite playing and starting in all 17 contests in 2021, Ryan threw for just 3,968 passing yards, his lowest total since 2010. His 20 touchdown tosses were also tied for the second-fewest of his career.

Celtics center Robert Williams III says 'no pain at all' in knee

Williams says the knee is responding well after his Game 3 return to the lineup. 

Report: Commanders expected to pick up fifth-year option on DE Montez Sweat

Despite missing time in 2021, Sweat still finished the year with 24 tackles, 13 quarterback hits, 5.0 sacks and a career-high three forced fumbles.

Jaguars, OT Cam Robinson agree to three-year, $54M deal

Robinson played 14 games in 2021 and has 61 career contests (all starts) over his five seasons thus far.

Report: Buccaneers exercise fifth-year option on Pro Bowl LB Devin White

The LSU product played and started in all 17 contests in 2021 and registered 128 tackles, a career-best 18 quarterback hits, 3.5 sacks and three passes defensed.

Bulls guards Zach LaVine, Alex Caruso ruled out Game 5 vs. Bucks

The Chicago Bulls were dealt a double dose of brutal, albeit unsurprising news less than 12 hours before tipoff to their must-win Game 5 of their Eastern Conference first-round playoff series against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Report: Bears not currently shopping three-time Pro Bowler Robert Quinn

Last year, the 11-year pro made his third Pro Bowl (first since 2014) and was named Second-Team All-Pro, after going for 49 tackles, 22 quarterback hits and 18.5 sacks.

Broncos, two-time Pro Bowl RB Melvin Gordon agree to one-year deal worth up to $5M

Gordon has spent the last two years with Denver and has recorded 1,904 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns on 418 carries, along with 60 receptions for 371 yards and three scores.

Warriors star Stephen Curry no longer playing with minutes restriction

The third-seeded Golden State Warriors have a chance to close out the sixth-seeded Denver Nuggets in their best-of-seven Western Conference first-round playoff series in Game 5 on Wednesday.

Panthers plan to pick up fifth-year option on Pro Bowl DE Brian Burns

The 2019 first-round pick played in all 17 games for the team — starting 16 of them — and finished with 9.0 sacks and four passes defensed for the second straight year.

Jazz All-Star Donovan Mitchell's MRI reveals no structural damage; Game 6 status to be updated Wednesday

Mitchell suffered his injury in the fourth quarter of Monday's Game 5 loss to the Dallas Mavericks, a defeat that put Utah in a 3-2 series hole and on the brink of a first-round exit.