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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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Jeff Saturday talked with Colts owner Jim Irsay during Week 9 loss, but not about Frank Reich

Indianapolis Colts interim head coach Jeff Saturday told reporters on Wednesday that he talked with owner Jim Irsay during the team's Week 9 loss on Sunday.

Nets shift gears with head-coaching decision

The moves comes two days after it was reported that owner Joe Tsai was being advised to reconsider bringing suspended Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka back into the fold.

Seahawks HC Pete Carroll appears to take subtle shot at Russ Wilson as he praises QB Geno Smith

Now with four straight wins, Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll gave heavy praise to quarterback Geno Smith earlier this week. He may have thrown some shade at former Seahawks signal-caller Russell Wilson in the process too.

Oilers' Evander Kane gives update on frightening injury

The Edmonton Oilers took a 3-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday, but the victory was overshadowed by a scary-looking injury suffered by Edmonton's Evander Kane in the second period.

Attorney representing suspended Michigan St. player alleges Michigan player started brawl

Last week, Wolverines head coach Jim Harbaugh spoke out on the brawl, which occurred following his team's 29-7 victory over the Spartans on Oct. 29 at Michigan Stadium.

Patriots HC Bill Belichick suggests concerning offensive trend in recent games

The New England Patriots (5-4) have won their last two games and are over .500 for the first time this season. However, head coach Bill Belichick said Tuesday that he's recently noticed a concerning trend on offense.

Colin Cowherd compares Lamar Jackson, Andy Dalton to drastically different cell phones

Lamar Jackson's Baltimore Ravens defeated Andy Dalton's New Orleans Saints, 27-13 on "Monday Night Football" in Week 9.

Boomer Esiason suggests how Giants should handle Xavier McKinney injury situation

New York Giants fans learned that Xavier McKinney would be sidelined "a few weeks," following an ATV accident that occurred while vacationing in Cabo.

Insider: If Clayton Kershaw pitches in 2023, it's 'a two-team conversation'

Drafted by the Dodgers with the seventh overall pick in 2006, the nine-time All-Star has been a part of the organization for almost two decades.

Celtics star Jaylen Brown disagrees with Kyrie Irving's suspension

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown recently spoke out on the Brooklyn Nets' decision to suspend Kyrie Irving for at least five games in the aftermath of his antisemitism controversy.

Colts interim HC Jeff Saturday recently bashed team he'll face in debut

Saturday will make his coaching debut against the Raiders, a team he recently had harsh words for on social media.

Colts' interim head coach choice leaves Twittersphere dumbfounded

Soon after the Indianapolis Colts relieved Frank Reich of his head coaching duties, owner Jim Irsay named Jeff Saturday as the team's interim lead man.

Giants' Xavier McKinney out 'a few weeks' after suffering bye week injury in Cabo

New York Giants safety Xavier McKinney apparently won't be joining his teammates on the field next Sunday when they come out of their Week 9 bye.

Watch: Dan Orlovsky blasts Aaron Rodgers for Week 9 performance vs. Lions

The Green Bay Packers lost to the Detroit Lions in Week 9 for their fifth straight defeat.

Bruins president Cam Neely says recent controversial signing was biggest regret of tenure 'by far'

The Boston Bruins made headlines for all the wrong reasons Friday when they signed free agent Mitchell Miller. After rescinding the offer on Sunday, team president Cam Neely met with the media to discuss the situation on Monday.

Report: Nets owner Joe Tsai being advised to reconsider head coaching decision

It's been a wild ride for the Nets over the first couple of weeks of the season.

Bruins players questioned ownership over controversial signing

The Boston Bruins are facing a heap of criticism for signing defenseman Mitchell Miller to an entry-level contract on Friday.

Phillies manager Rob Thomson gives World Series rotation update ahead of must-win Game 6

Rob Thomson laid out his starting pitching plans for the remainder of the World Series on Friday.

Kevin Durant comments on Kyrie Irving's antisemitism controversy

With Kyrie Irving now suspended for "no less than five games," his co-star Kevin Durant spoke with the media on Friday about the controversy that's been surrounding his teammate.

Watch: Mets SP Chris Bassitt seems to confirm opt-out plans

Starting pitcher Chris Bassitt talked with Jomboy Media's Chris Rose recently about his offseason plans as it pertains to his possible free agency. It sounds like he may be ready to test the market.

Commanders' Brian Robinson comments on arrest of juvenile from August shooting

The Washington D.C. police department announced Wednesday that they had arrested and charged a 17-year-old juvenile stemming from the shooting of Robinson.

Oh, no(hitter)! Astros' history-maker costs DraftKings' bettors in epic fashion

DraftKings offered an intriguing over/under for bettors Wednesday night involving both the Philadelphia Phillies and Philadelphia 76ers.

Watch: Kyrie Irving gives bizarre answer to media questions on antisemitism

Irving continues to provide non-answers on a topic he openly courted with a social media post.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver addresses Kyrie Irving's latest controversy

NBA commissioner Adam Silver issued a statement Thursday morning regarding Brooklyn Nets star Kyrie Irving's latest controversy surrounding his recent antisemitic posting on social media.

Watch: Skip Bayless makes stunning prediction regarding Ezekiel Elliott's possible NFL future

Ezekiel Elliott is just 27 but is now three seasons removed from his last Pro Bowl campaign. During Thursday's "Skip and Shannon: Undisputed," co-host Skip Bayless made a surprising prediction regarding "Zeke's" future in the NFL.