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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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Super Bowl-winning coach bashes major NFL rule change

Kansas City Chiefs HC Andy Reid shared his thoughts on the NFL's controversial new fair catch rule.

Acquisition of former Cy Young winner looking like bust for Red Sox

Boston Red Sox pitcher Corey Kluber is moving to the bullpen for the first time during the regular season in 10 years after a disastrous start to his Red Sox tenure.

Eagles working out former first-round pick who hasn't played since 2020 season

It's been 10 years since offensive lineman D.J. Fluker was taken as a first-round draft pick and nearly three years since he's played in an NFL game. According to multiple reports, the Philadelphia Eagles are working out the 32-year-old on Wednesday.

Jets working out recently cleared former Bills punter

The New York Jets are working out former Buffalo Bills punter Matt Araiza on Wednesday.

Watch: Squirrel entertains, mortifies fans at Yankees-Orioles game

A squirrel invaded Yankee Stadium during Tuesday night's game between the Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees, both entertaining and horrifying fans by how close it got to them in the stands.

Watch: Dwight Howard teases Taiwan invite to LeBron James

LeBron James' NBA future remains a mystery, but it looks like former teammate Dwight Howard has now turned his ongoing recruitment of players to join him in Taiwan to LBJ.

Aaron Rodgers sits out Jets OTAs, 'something clearly not right' with ankle

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers made headlines during the first round of OTAs for the New York Jets that were open to the media on Tuesday but not for reasons that the four-time MVP hoped.

Roger Goodell, NFL owners crushed on social media after fair catch rule approved

The NFL approved a controversial, much-criticized rule change regarding fair catches and touchbacks on Tuesday. The feedback on the change has been largely negative, with much of the vitriol directed toward commissioner Roger Goodell.

ESPN analyst 'not buying' LeBron James' retirement talk

ESPN's Monica McNutt doesn't think LeBron James will seriously consider retiring this offseason despite comments made by James after being eliminated by the Denver Nuggets Monday night.

Carmelo Anthony's retirement creates unique situation with Nuggets, Nikola Jokic

Carmelo Anthony announced his retirement on Monday, leaving behind a legacy that included an NCAA Tournament championship, three Olympic gold medals and 10 All-Star honors.

Cardinals' DeAndre Hopkins sends mixed signals with latest comments on future

DeAndre Hopkins hinted strongly at the beginning of May that he'd be staying with the Arizona Cardinals.

Jimmy Butler's history with Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla dates back to college

More than 12 years ago, Miami Heat star Jimmy Butler defeated Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla in one of the final college basketball games for both players.

Bryce Young primed to take over as Panthers starter despite current role

The Carolina Panthers held their first day of voluntary OTAs on Monday with both Andy Dalton and Bryce Young in attendance. 

Carmelo Anthony's decision leaves LeBron James as final active player from iconic draft class

Carmelo Anthony announced his official retirement from the NBA on Monday, leaving James standing alone as the only active member of the 2003 draft class.

Record-breaking NFL journeyman QB lands with Ravens yet again

Josh Johnson is joining the Baltimore Ravens yet again, continuing his whirlwind NFL career that's seen him suit up with nearly half of the teams in the league.

Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert pulls an Aaron Rodgers with offseason venture

Minnesota Timberwolves big man Rudy Gobert recently took a play from New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers' offseason playbook.

49ers' Christian McCaffrey felt like he was on a Pro Bowl team after trade

Stud running back Christian McCaffrey said Friday that he felt like he was on a Pro Bowl team when he was traded to the San Francisco 49ers in October.

Colts LB says when he thinks rookie QB Anthony Richardson will become starter

Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin told Good Morning Football on Friday that he thinks it's "probably likely" that rookie Anthony Richardson will be the team's starting quarterback in Week 1.

Attorney says NFL agent's alleged 'bribery' during draft was 'playful banter'

The attorney for NFL agent David Canter released a statement on Friday, defending his client's alleged actions during April's NFL Draft. 

Watch: LIV Golf pro hits fellow competitor with errant tee shot at PGA Championship

Per the report, the two golfers were less than 200 yards away from each other.

Celtics experiencing deja vu vs. Heat, which could be a good thing

Boston Celtics fans may have experienced déjà vu waking up Thursday morning, hours after their loss to the Miami Heat in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Rafael Nadal considering huge decision on tennis future

22-time major winner Rafael Nadal made one big decision on Thursday and is apparently strongly considering an even bigger one. 

Wimbledon finalist to miss French Open after robbery-related injury

2022 Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios will miss the upcoming French Open due to a foot injury that occurred during a recent carjacking.

Decision to throw glove in trash has saved Giants reliever's season

San Francisco Giants reliever Taylor Rogers threw his glove in the team's home dugout trash after a brutal outing in April and has been nearly unhittable since.