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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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Brett Favre on Mississippi welfare scandal: 'I have done nothing wrong'

NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre has come out with a statement, breaking his approximate one-month silence on the Mississippi welfare funds scandal that has embroiled him over recent weeks. 

2021 Masters champion Hideki Matsuyama: LIV golfers should earn ranking points

Members of LIV Golf have been suspended by PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan and haven't been able to pick up points during LIV Golf's first six events.

Raiders' Davante Adams facing possible suspension for shoving cameraman

The first-year Raiders player was caught on video shoving a cameraman to the ground.

Colts HC Frank Reich's 'comfort with' Matt Ryan as QB is 'very high'

Head coach Frank Reich spoke on the state of the team's offense on Monday, saying that he still has confidence in struggling starting quarterback Matt Ryan.

Insider: Aroldis Chapman's career with Yankees 'is over'

It was reported Sunday that New York Yankees seven-time All-Star reliever Aroldis Chapman was being left off of the team's postseason roster after skipping a mandatory workout on Friday.

Cardinals OL Justin Pugh passionately stands up for K Matt Ammendola after crucial missed kick

Ammendola was called up from the Cardinals practice squad this week to replace an injured Matt Prater.

Panthers fire Matt Rhule as head coach following 1-4 start

The Panthers are now tied with the Detroit Lions, Pittsburgh Steelers and Washington Commanders for the worst record in the NFL at 1-4. The rough start comes despite the team having four of its first five games on its home field.

49ers Pro Bowl TE George Kittle vents about 'crappy turf' fields

Kittle became the latest NFL player to lament the state of playing surfaces in the league. 

Watch: 10-year-old boy runs on field at Bucs-Falcons game, mom posts on social media afterwards

The Buccaneers-Falcons Week 5 contest was interrupted when a 10-year-old boy ran onto the field.

Mets SP Max Scherzer: Playoff elimination is a 'kick in the balls'

Fresh off of their best regular season in 34 years, the New York Mets' 2022 playoff run came to a screeching halt.

Video emerges of Warriors' Draymond Green punching teammate Jordan Poole during practice

The Dubs reportedly had to stop the practice after the incident and Charania wrote on Wednesday that "internal discipline is imminent."

Broncos WR KJ Hamler on final play vs. Colts: 'I could have walked in (to the end zone)'

On the final play of the game, Wilson looked to find his favorite target Courtland Sutton in the end zone with a side-arm sling on a game-winning touchdown, but the play was broken up by former Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore.

Insider: Broncos, QB Russell Wilson relationship 'could come off the rails'

Kyle Brandt of "Good Morning Football" was heavily critical of Wilson on Friday, roasting the 33-year-old for his primetime performance.

Cardinals president: 2011 NLDS vs. Phillies 'was like a fork in the road' for the two teams

The Cardinals won that series and went on to win the World Series that year, while the Phillies are finally back in the postseason since the Game 5 defeat more than a decade ago. 

Steelers DC Teryl Austin on how to stop Josh Allen: '13, 14 guys on the field, maybe?'

The Steelers have a tall task ahead of them in Week 5 and their defensive coordinator joked about his strategy for the challenge ahead.

Stephen A. Smith on Ravens defense: 'They have shamed the legacy of the Baltimore Ravens'

It's been a rough start for the Ravens defense and Smith ripped into the unit on Thursday.

Panthers OC Ben McAdoo: 'I was brought in here to make an impact, but it hasn't happened yet'

It's been over eight months since the Carolina Panthers hired Ben McAdoo as their new offensive coordinator. Four games into the 2022 season, not only are the Panthers struggling at 1-3, but fans and analysts alike are beginning to get frustrated with new starting quarterback Baker Mayfield.

Former All-Pro RB Le'Veon Bell to make pro boxing debut vs. MMA star Uriah Hall on Oct. 29

Bell competed against former NFL MVP running back Adrian Peterson in a charity boxing match in September, knocking out the Minnesota Vikings legend in the fifth round.

Giants' Jon Feliciano on Cole Beasley retirement: 'If the right situation comes, I think he comes back'

According to a report from Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, the Giants had previously tried to sign Beasley after he took part in a "recruitment dinner" in September.

Premier League players to take knee for No Room For Racism campaign

The Premier League will be doing its part to tackle discrimination and racism during an upcoming slate of matches.

NFL, NFLPA trying to implement pending changes to concussion protocols ahead of Week 5?

With "Thursday Night Football" between the Denver Broncos and Indianapolis Colts less than 12 hours away, the NFL and NFLPA may be in the final stages of their investigation into Tua Tagovailoa's possible concussion in Week 3.

Commanders RB Jonathan Williams on Brian Robinson: 'He's half Wolverine or something'

The 23-year-old a shot at making his NFL debut in Week 5 when the Commanders host the Tennessee Titans at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday after getting shot during preseason.

Report: NFL 'pushing' to get Tua Tagovailoa investigation done before Week 5

NFL Network's Tom Pelissero further reported Tuesday that the hope was to conclude the investigation "within the week."