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William Schwartz

William Schwartz has been writing about sports since middle school, when he started his own blog. Since then, he has written in every capacity from school newspapers to sports news outlets. He graduated from the University of Michigan and his goal is to provide readers with entertainment, insight, and strong analysis on all of your favorite teams and players.

Oilers stars take over in second period to eliminate Kings

After an early second period goal from Blake Lizotte, it looked like the Los Angeles Kings might be on their way to making this series interesting, but the Edmonton Oilers' stars had other plans.

Mavericks use big third quarter to pull away from Clippers in Game 5

A 10-point halftime deficit was far from insurmountable for the Clippers, but by the time the third quarter ended, they had found themselves in a 20 point hole. 

Pair of Celtics score 25 points in series-clinching win over Heat

Another edition of one of the NBA’s most contentious contemporary rivalries has come and gone as the East’s top-seeded Boston Celtics have dispatched the Miami Heat after five games.

Five later-round NFL rookies who could thrive in 2024

Here are five players picked in the third round or later in the 2024 NFL Draft who could make an impact and provide more value than their draft spot suggests.

A look at how the first round of the NFL Draft went for the NFC North

Here's a look at how the NFC North stacked up on the first day of the NFL Draft.

Vikings trade up to select new franchise QB with No. 10 pick

After wrapping up his college career with a 15-0 national championship-winning season with Michigan, quarterback J.J. McCarthy is headed across the Great Lakes for his NFL career.

Lions agree to record-setting extension with star OT

It's the largest ever signed by an offensive lineman at $112 million for four years, per Adam Schefter. The deal reportedly includes $85 million worth of guaranteed money.

Three best Michigan prospects after J.J. McCarthy

Michigan's absolutely loaded national championship winning team is sending a ton of talent to this year's NFL draft. Who are the best three prospects after quarterback J.J. McCarthy?

Key takeaways from Michigan's spring game

Michigan's much-anticipated spring game has come and gone, as the Maize team triumphed over Blue in a defensive battle with a final score of 17-7.

Champions League semifinal matchups are set with plenty at stake

The semifinals of the Champions League are officially set.

Potential replacements for J.J. McCarthy at QB for Michigan

Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy departed college with a 27-1 record as a starter, two wins over Ohio State and a national championship. On April 25, he's expected to go in the first round of the NFL Draft.  But who will replace him as quarterback for the Wolverines?

What does Bear Alexander's potential transfer mean for the USC defense?

In what could be one of the biggest moves of the April window, USC defensive lineman Bear Alexander is expected to enter the transfer portal.

Marlins are on the way to making the worst kind of history

After eight games played this season, the Miami Marlins are still winless, putting them on the path to making the type of history for which nobody wants to be remembered.

A way-too-early AFC East projection after Stefon Diggs trade from Buffalo

The Buffalo Bills have won the AFC East four consecutive seasons, but it appears their grip on the division could loosen in 2024.

Watch: Mookie Betts continues his red-hot start with fifth HR of season

After setting a career-high with 39 home runs last season, do-it-all Dodgers star Mookie Betts is off to an even hotter start this season. 

Bills WR Stefon Diggs is once again stirring up an offseason controversy

It seems that Stefon Diggs simply can't keep a low profile, as the polarizing Bills receiver once again gave credence to speculation that he might not be happy in Buffalo.

UConn coach showers praise on Caitlin Clark, whom he declined to recruit

Although he didn't recruit her to Connecticut, Huskies head coach Geno Auriemma had high praise Tuesday for Iowa superstar Caitlin Clark. The decorated Auriemma chose his words carefully, and with a wry smile, after Clark went supernova against LSU in the Elite Eight, avenging a loss in last year's national title game.

Five storylines to watch in the Frozen Four

If you love offense, this is the Frozen Four for you. These are the top four offenses in the country in goals per game, with Denver No. 1 (4.7) followed by Boston College (4.59), Michigan (4.22) and Boston University (4.15).

Orioles have the look of a team ready to contend for World Series

With a powerful lineup and solid pitching, Baltimore looks like a contender in the AL East in what could be a down year for the rest of the division. 

Assessing MLB super-agent Scott Boras' forgettable spring

MLB super-agent Scott Boras had himself a hit-and-miss offseason.

How the hip drop ban might affect some of the NFL's top contenders

As is the case when any new rule is implemented, the ban on the hip-drop tackle has already raised plenty of controversy. The big question isn't just how the game will change overall but whether teams will feel the effects equally.

How powerhouse Liverpool could look now that stars are healthy

Liverpool's depth was tested with multiple key players rehabbing from injuries. With the stars now returning, though, the club has some lineup decisions to make.

Takeaways from the UCL quarterfinal draw

The path for the rest of this year's UEFA Champions League is set, after the quarterfinal and semifinal draw was completed early Friday morning. 

The European Champions League has a new format

It's official. The Champions League will have a new look for the 2024-25 season and beyond, after over two decades of the current format.  

Mike Evans strikes a deal to stay with the Buccaneers

Mike Evans won't have a new NFL home after all.