Yardbarker

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.

EXPERTISE:

MLB, NBA, NFL, Boston Red Sox, Boston Celtics

Seahawks HC Pete Carroll: Russell Wilson 'way, way ahead of schedule'

Wilson has been out since he suffered his injury on Oct. 7, and it was originally believed that he could be sidelined for up to six weeks.

Washington Football Team signs kicker Joey Slye, releases Chris Blewitt

In six games split between the Houston Texans and San Franisco 49ers this year, Slye has gone 11-for-13 on field goals and 9-for-12 on extra points.

New San Diego NWSL team name revealed as Wave FC

Wave FC is set to begin playing in spring 2022 at the University of San Diego's Torero Stadium, which will be their temporary home until a permanent venue is announced at a later date.

Bears LB Cassius Marsh: 'I got hip-checked by the ref; it's pretty clear'

Moments before the flag was thrown, Marsh had sacked Pittsburgh quarterback Ben Roethlisberger on third down, which would have likely forced the Steelers to punt. Marsh did a "spinning jump kick" to celebrate.

Report: Browns, OL Wyatt Teller reach agreement on four-year contract extension

Teller was selected by the Buffalo Bills in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft, and after a rookie season that saw him play in eight games -- including seven starts -- Teller was traded to the Browns.

Newly acquired Rams three-time All-Pro OLB Von Miller questionable vs. Titans

Von Miller was limited in practice this week with an ankle injury..

Cubs acquire one-time All-Star LHP Wade Miley off waivers from Reds

Of his eight seasons where he's pitched at least 150 innings, 2021 saw Miley post his lowest ERA since his lone All-Star campaign in 2012 when he was with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray, WR DeAndre Hopkins questionable vs. 49ers

The team could also be without wide receiver A.J. Green, who tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this week and was placed on the COVID-19 list as a result.

Panthers HC Matt Rhule 'hopeful' Christian McCaffrey can play Sunday; Sam Darnold listed as questionable

Since starting 48 games in a row to begin his career, McCaffrey is now in his second consecutive injury-marred season.

Dolphins HC Brian Flores: WR DeVante Parker doubtful vs. Texans following hamstring injury setback

Parker finally made it back into the lineup last time out after a four-week injury absence, but now the 28-year-old is likely looking at another contest spent on the sidelines.

QB Trevor Siemian expected to start for Saints vs. Falcons

Sunday will be Siemian's first NFL start since making one appearance with the New York Jets in 2019.

Report: Former NBA All-Star Deron Williams will fight on Dec. 18 Paul/Fury undercard bout

Williams was chosen third overall by the Utah Jazz in the 2005 NBA Draft and over his 12-year NBA career, he earned All-Star appearances in three straight seasons between 2009 and 2012.

Browns officially release three-time Pro Bowl WR Odell Beckham Jr.

The wild, largely unsuccessful 968-day ride that was Odell Beckham Jr.'s tenure with the Cleveland Browns is officially over.

Xavi Hernandez to leave Al Sadd, be named Barcelona manager

Xavi joined La Masia -- Barcelona's famous youth academy -- in 1991 when he was 11 years old, and stayed with the club until 2015.

Report: Saquon Barkley back at Giants practice facility following false positive COVID-19 test

The former AP Offensive Rookie of the Year is still battling through an ankle injury that he picked up during the team's Week 5 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, which he'll look to overcome in order to suit up on Sunday.

Report: Jets safety Marcus Maye 'feared' to have torn Achilles

In six games this year, Maye made 46 tackles and recorded one sack.

Kevin Pillar becomes free agent after Mets, OF decline mutual option

Pillar hit 15 home runs, had 47 runs batted in and produced a .231/.277/.455 slash line across 347 plate appearances in 124 games..

Bears RB David Montgomery designated to return from IR

The Chicago Bears have lost three in a row, but they may be getting back their 1,000-yard rusher from a season ago soon.

Report: Lakers star LeBron James expected to miss at least one week with abdominal strain

James will miss his third contest of the 2021-2002 regular season on Thursday with the abdominal strain after playing in the last three games. The Lakers are 4-2 when King James has played this season and 1-1 without him.

Texans QB Tyrod Taylor expected to return as starter vs. Dolphins

Taylor was placed on injured reserve on Sept. 21, two days after he went down with a left hamstring injury during the team's Week 2 loss against the Cleveland Browns.

ESPN report details racism, misogyny allegations against Suns owner Robert Sarver

ESPN conducted interviews with over 70 former and current Suns employees throughout Sarver's 17-year run with the organization, and they described a "toxic and sometimes hostile workplace" under Sarver.

Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy: 'Plan' is for QB Dak Prescott to 'practice and play'

In six games this season, Prescott has recorded 1,813 passing yards and 16 touchdowns against just four interceptions while posting a league-leading 73.1% completion percentage.

Yankees assistant GM Jean Afterman declined Mets' request for interview

Afterman was hired as the Yankees assistant GM in December 2001 and was previously a player agent. In 2012 she was given the title of Senior Vice President.

Panthers HC Matt Rhule 'not sure' of QB Sam Darnold's status

With his team at 4-4 and in third place in the NFC North, Darnold is currently in the concussion protocol, and according to the team's injury report, he was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.

Akron fires Tom Arth as head football coach

In his two-plus seasons with Akron, Arth went just 3-24. In 2019, the team went 0-12, last year they went 1-5 and so far in 2021, the Zips are 2-7.