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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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Colts Pro Bowl DT expected to miss first game due to injury in eight years

Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner is in danger of missing his first game due to injury in eight years.

Joe Mixon blasts NFL after suffering ankle injury following possible hip-drop tackle

The play in question came with 11:57 left in the third quarter when Mixon caught a pass from Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and was tackled by Bears linebacker T.J. Edwards.

Heavily wounded, winless Rams are in serious trouble

The Los Angeles Rams (0-2) suffered a double whammy on Sunday in their 41-10 Week 2 loss against the Arizona Cardinals. They were not only blown out by a divisional opponent, but also lost star wide receiver Cooper Kupp to an ankle injury.

Dodgers manager leaves door open for shocking Shohei Ohtani playoff situation

Ohtani may win his third MVP this season, despite only being able to serve as a designated hitter.

Raiders' Antonio Pierce has drastically different Tua Tagovailoa retirement take from Dolphins' Mike McDaniel

Tagovailoa suffered a concussion against the Buffalo Bills during Thursday night's game.

Former Pro Bowler continues backing Jim Harbaugh with bold Chargers prediction

This former Pro Bowler has high expectations for Jim Harbaugh's club.

Twins pick up four wins on their off day

Despite not playing on Thursday, Minnesota now finds itself comfortably in the driver's seat for the third and final AL wild-card berth.

Damar Hamlin's big night overshadowed by innocent involvement with Tua Tagovailoa concussion

Tagovailoa exited the contest and was diagnosed with the third concussion of his career.

Commanders OC explains how Jayden Daniels turned terrible play call into TD

Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury described how rookie QB Jayden Daniels was able to turn garbage into gold in Week 1.

Patriots welcome back Super Bowl hero to troll Week 2 opponent

The Patriots picked the perfect person to welcome back ahead of their Week 2 game.

Colorado State WR uses controversial language to turn up heat on Colorado rivalry

Monday will be the one-year anniversary of Colorado's high-intensity 43-35 victory against Colorado State during the 2023 season. On Saturday, the in-state rivals will face each other for the first time since then and Rams wide receiver Tory Horton is ready for more fireworks.

NFL reporter notes 'incredible similarity' between Scottie Scheffler, Tyreek Hill detainments

One reporter found himself on-scene for both Scottie Scheffler's arrest and Tyreek Hill's detainment.

Eagles, Texans get golden returns on offseason pickups following award-winning Week 1 efforts

The Houston Texans and Philadelphia Eagles may have struck gold this offseason in their acquisitions of running backs Joe Mixon and Saquon Barkley, respectively.

Mike McDaniel gives crucial injury update on Dolphins RBs

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel ruled out one of Miami's dynamic running backs on Wednesday, and labeled another as a "game-time decision."

Ravens LB gives Chiefs medical staff an 'F' for 'unacceptable' treatment after injury

The linebacker suffered a fractured orbital bone during the team's season-opening 27-20 loss against the Kansas City Chiefs last week.

Phillies' Nick Castellanos compares Rays reliever to his 2-year-old son

The host Philadelphia Phillies and visiting Tampa Bay Rays took part in a bench-clearing brawl during the bottom of the eighth inning of the host's 9-4 victory on Tuesday.

Caitlin Clark makes Fever franchise history with latest accolade

Indiana Fever rookie guard Caitlin Clark made franchise history on Tuesday when she was named the Eastern Conference Player of the Week.

CeeDee Lamb makes startling admission regarding contract extension

This was a surprising acknowledgment coming from the Cowboys star wideout.

Dolphins DC reacts to former Walter Payton Man of the Year's involvement in Tyreek Hill detainment

Hill was pulled over for speeding while approaching Hard Rock Stadium ahead of the Dolphins' Week 1 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Breakout RB lands 49ers in hot water regarding Christian McCaffrey injury

Perhaps 49ers breakout running back Jordan Mason needs some more media training.

Titans HC shows he's not afraid to call out Will Levis' shortcomings

Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis had a rough season-opener during the team's 24-17 Week 1 loss against the Chicago Bears on Sunday.

Even with easy schedule on paper, Pro Bowler's injury spells loads of trouble for Panthers

He has not only been the Panthers' best defensive player in recent seasons but arguably the team's best player on the entire roster as well.

'NFL RedZone' host apologizes for 'unfair and inconsiderate' comment about Tom Brady

The host is offering an apology for a comment he made during Sunday's NFL action.

Deshaun Watson had historically bad Week 1 performance

Quarterback Deshaun Watson has had a brutal first two seasons with the Cleveland Browns and his third year on the team started off with more of the same on Sunday.

Tigers CF accomplishes feat only done by Ted Williams 69 years ago

Tigers centerfielder Parker Meadows accomplished something on Thursday night that's only been done one other time in MLB history.