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Victor Haltom

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Victor Haltom began his undergraduate studies at SMU, then transferred to Penn State, graduating with BA in philosophy. He has extensive writing and editing experience, with over 250 sports-related articles having been published.

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College Football, NBA, Tennis, Golf, NFL, USC, SMU, Cal, Sacramento Kings, L.A. Rams


Aaron Rodgers' self-criticism 'sounds' different after Jets fire Robert Saleh

Aaron Rodgers' postgame remarks on Sunday reflected a sense of genuine accountability. However, now that the Jets have fired coach Robert Saleh, Rodgers' comments are subject to alternate interpretations. 

Army, Navy achieve feat not accomplished since 1945

The Army Black Knights and Navy Midshipmen are painting vibrant strokes across the college football landscape in 2024.

NFC North reigns supreme in NFL

With over a quarter of the 2024-25 season in the books, the NFC North is the strongest division in the NFL.

Cal faces critical test against No. 22 Pitt in Week 7

The Cal Golden Bears have an opportunity to get their season back on track in a matchup with the undefeated Pitt Panthers.

Fans frustrated by West Coast blackouts of Big Ten Network games

The network's broadcasts of games involving Big Ten newcomers USC, UCLA, Oregon and Washington are blacked out by Xfinity up and down the West Coast.

SMU cracks AP Top 25 following win over Louisville

The SMU Mustangs football program appears to be back.

Rash of questionable replay decisions cast doubt on utility of replay review

Is replay review working? A rash of questionable decisions this weekend seem to indicate its not.

Elite athlete Malik Monk will continue sixth man role for Kings

Although talented enough to fulfill the Kings' fifth starter vacancy, Sacramento HC Mike Brown says Malik Monk will continue in the squad's sixth-man role.

Can USC overcome injury woes in Week 6 vs. Minnesota?

Heading into this weekend's matchup, USC is confronting several injury issues. USC's official injury report for the Minnesota game has yet to be released but will be promulgated sometime before kickoff.

Four-star DL Floyd Boucard commits to USC

Four-star defensive lineman Floyd Boucard has committed to play for the USC Trojans.

'Sacramento Trojans': Three Kings players once featured for USC

All three joined the Kings this offseason.

Dartmouth to honor pioneering late coach Buddy Teevens

Legendary Dartmouth Big Green football coach Buddy Teevens died on September 19, 2023, after suffering serious injuries in a tragic bicycle accident. His legacy will be a lasting one not only at Dartmouth but throughout college football. 

Assessing the biggest remaining games of the CFB regular season

Three epic games stand out on the slate of remaining college football matchups in the 2024 regular season.

Cowboys lose another starter as key WR will miss Week 5 game

Dallas disclosed that starting wide receiver Brandin Cooks developed an infection in his knee after receiving injections for an injury he suffered in the team's victory over the Giants in Week 4. 

USC QB Miller Moss' draft stock continues to rise amid stellar play

Miller Moss's toughness and leadership were on full display during his Week 5 performance against the Wisconsin Badgers.

Will 2025 NFL Draft see record number of QBs selected in first round?

The record for the most quarterbacks taken in the first round of the NFL Draft is six. Could that record fall in the 2025 draft?

Cowboys will be without at least one key DE for multiple weeks

Through the Cowboys' first four games, the two starting defensive ends had 14 tackles each including three quarterback sacks for one and one for the other.

The three best teams in the NFC all play in the same division

We are finally reaching a point in the NFL season where we are starting to distinguish who is for real and who is not.

Are there irreconcilable differences in Philadelphia between Jalen Hurts and Nick Sirianni?

Combining the tail end of the 2023 season and the first few games of 2024, the Eagles have lost nine of their last 12 games.

Which Group of Five team will make the College Football Playoff?

In the inaugural season of the 12-team College Football Playoff, the top four postseason seeds will be awarded to the four highest-ranked conference champions, each of whom receives a first-round bye. 

Questionable shake-up atop AP's NCAAF rankings

The current AP Top 25 poll was released on Sept. 29, and it features a new No. 1. But should it?

Two non-QBs among 10 betting favorites to win Heisman Trophy

The Heisman Trophy has been awarded 24 times in the 21st century. On 20 of those occasions, the recipients were quarterbacks. Three running backs and one wide receiver comprise the remaining winners.

Cal Golden Bears to host ESPN College GameDay for first time

The 3-1 Golden Bears are scheduled to host the undefeated Miami Hurricanes on the evening of Oct. 5 in historic California Memorial Stadium.

Super sophomore setting tone for USC's improved defense

The USC Trojans' defense was inept in 2023, ranking No. 119 out of the 133 teams competing at the FBS level. 2024 has been a different story.