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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 RB Jonathan Taylor ruled out for Week 5 vs. Broncos

On top of the ankle injury that Taylor sustained during the team's Week 4 loss to the Tennessee Titans, he has also been dealing with turf toe.

WR Cole Beasley retires two weeks after signing with Buccaneers

Beasley's time with the Bucs will end up being short as the wide receiver has decided to call it a career.

LIV Golf forms strategic alliance with MENA Tour hoping to secure OWGR points for players

LIV Golf is taking a new step in an attempt to help their players secure Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points. 

Buster Olney: 'Aaron Judge would absolutely fit perfectly for what the Mets need'

It's been less than 24 hours since Aaron Judge set the new American League single season home run record with his 62nd bomb on Tuesday night. Judge and the rest of his New York Yankees teammates will open up their postseason in the ALDS next week.

Bills WR Isaiah McKenzie 'couldn't move' after 'hardest hit' of career vs. Ravens

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie is currently in the league's concussion protocol after taking a big hit from Baltimore Ravens safety Chuck Clark in Week 4 on Sunday.

Commanders RB Brian Robinson designated to return to practice

Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson has taken the next step in his journey back to the gridiron.

Nationals GM Mike Rizzo: Stephen Strasburg's status a 'mystery' going into 2023

Since his 2019 World Series MVP season, Strasburg has made only eight starts in the last three years, including the 2020 pandemic-altered campaign.

Aaron Boone: Aaron Judge not reaching 62 home runs wouldn't 'put a damper' on historic season

The New York Yankees and host Texas Rangers are playing a doubleheader on Tuesday in what will be one of Aaron Judge's final chances to hit his 62nd home run this season.

Tua Tagovailoa meeting with NFL, NFLPA reps; investigation could conclude within week

The former Alabama quarterback is currently in the concussion protocol and has already been ruled out for Miami's Week 5 contest against the New York Jets.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin doesn't want to blame Mitchell Trubisky for QB switch

In three-plus games this season, Trubisky recorded a 59.5 completion percentage with 653 passing yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions.

Former Phillies GM Ruben Amaro Jr.: Aaron Nola doubters 'can kiss my ass'

Nola took a perfect game into the seventh inning, retiring the first 20 batters he faced, as the Phils defeated the Astros 3-0.

Justin Turner on Albert Pujols hitting 700th home run vs. Dodgers: 'It was weird but awesome'

Both Pujols' Cardinals and Turner's Dodgers will be playing in the postseason, as champions of the NL Central and NL West ,respectively.

Mike Greenberg: 'Mike McCarthy is the Coach of the Year right this minute in the NFL'

ESPN's Mike Greenberg revealed his current frontrunner for Coach of the Year and it is neither Nick Sirianni of the Eagles nor Brian Daboll of the Giants.

Bill Belichick: 'Absolutely' have ruled players out with concussion symptoms despite being cleared

It sounds like if it were up to the longtime New England Patriots head coach, the situation in Miami would've been handled a bit differently.

Commanders RB Brian Robinson medically cleared five weeks after shooting

There is a chance he could suit up for the team's Week 5 contest against the Tennessee Titans.

Mike McDaniel on NFL, NFLPA Tua Tagovailoa investigation: 'We don't have anything to hide'

As the NFL and NFLPA continue their investigation into the Dolphins' decision to allow quarterback Tua Tagovailoa play in Week 4 against the Bengals, the team's head coach addressed the matter on Monday afternoon.

Colts All-Pro RB Jonathan Taylor 'has a chance' to play Week 5 vs. Broncos

The 2021 First Team All-Pro and first-time Pro Bowler suffered a turf toe injury during practice last week but still suited up for the Colts' Sunday loss to the Tennessee Titans.

Watch: Elton John gives approval of Braves' sweep of Mets during concert

The Atlanta Braves' clutch weekend sweep of the NL East division-rival New York Mets gained the attention of legendary musician Sir Elton John.

Wife of Broncos' Garett Bolles roasts lineman for hilarious failed tackle attempt

While the 6-foot-5, 300-pound sixth-year pro wasn't able to catch up to Robertson, it wasn't without an all-out effort.

Stephen Curry featured as playable character in PGA TOUR 2K23

Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry is not only one of the most accomplished players in NBA history, but has shown that he has some serious talent on the links as well.

Hall of Fame HC Tony Dungy calls NFL protocol 'broken system' after Cameron Brate concussion

From the moment Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa stumbled off of the field during Week 3 play against the Baltimore Ravens all the way through his horrifying head injury in Week 4 on "Thursday Night Football" and now the aftermath of the situation, the league's concussion protocol has been under a heavy microscope by fans and the media.

RB Nyheim Hines on rotating cast of Colts QBs: 'Each year we're restarting and we have to turn the page'

On Sunday following the Colts' Week 4 loss to the Tennessee Titans, Hines addressed the inconsistency at the QB position.

Vikings safety Harrison Smith got hit in 'very sensitive area,' prompting exit from Week 4 vs. Saints

As Andy Dalton led the New Orleans on the final drive in Sunday's Week 4 game in London, Smith was forced to leave the contest with an injury.

NFLPA President JC Tretter: Tua Tagovailoa displayed 'no-go' symptoms vs. Bills and Bengals

NFLPA President JC Tretter released a statement Friday afternoon regarding the ongoing situation surrounding the Miami Dolphins and their franchise quarterback, Tua Tagovailoa.