On Facebook
On Flipboard
On Twitter
The '2012 Team USA men's basketball' quiz
Can you name every player on the 2012 Team USA men's basketball squad? Quiz clue: Position. Good luck!
0/13
3:00
More must-reads:
- Malik Beasley no longer target of federal investigation
- Five NBA teams that aced the offseason
- The '2024-25 NFL rushing touchdown leaders' quiz
Breaking News
Trending News
TODAY'S BEST
The 5 Best Basketball Shoes Dropping This Weekend
Basketball fans are in the dog days of the NBA offseason. While there are no more summer league games or roster moves remaining, players are giving sneakerheads plenty to follow. The footwear industry has exciting drops every week, but the stars have aligned for this upcoming weekend. Below are the five best basketball shoes hitting shelves from August 21-23. Nike Ja 3 "Price of Admission" Release Information: Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant's third signature sneaker has been one of the most hyped basketball shoes of the summer. The "Price of Admission" colorway is the second general-release style to drop after the "Light Show" launch colorway. How to Buy: Online shoppers can buy the Nike Ja 3 "Price of Admission" in adult ($125), big kid ($100), and little kid ($85) sizes on the Nike website on Thursday, August 21. Nike Giannis Freak 7 "Hot Pink" Release Information: Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo's seventh signature sneaker launched last month and has already hit shelves in multiple styles. The "Live Wire" colorway continues Nike's theme of "Hot Pink" for the summer. How to Buy: The Nike Giannis Freak 7 "Live Wire" colorway is slated to drop for $125 in adult sizes on Thursday, August 21. However, the shoes are already available at Dick's Sporting Goods. Curry Fox 2 "Curry World Tour" Release Information: San Antonio Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox was unable to attend the Curry World Tour due to an injury. However, Fox's second signature sneaker officially launches in the "Curry World Tour" colorway this week. How to Buy: Online shoppers can buy the Curry Fox 2 "Curry World Tour" in adult sizes ($120) and grade school ($90) sizes at UA.com and select retailers. Curry Series 7 "World Tour" Release Information: The term "super shoe" is used a lot in the running world, but Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry helped design a "basketball super shoe" with the Curry Series 7. How to Buy: Online shoppers can buy the Curry Series 7 "World Tour" in adult sizes ($160) at UA.com and select retailers. Nike Kobe 3 Protro "Halo" Release Information: Last but not least, Kobe Bryant's third signature Nike basketball shoe makes its long-awaited return. The Nike Kobe 3 Protro "Halo" returns to celebrate Bryant's birthday. How to Buy: Online shoppers can try to buy the Nike Kobe 3 Protro "Halo" colorway for $210 in adult sizes on the Nike SNKRS app and at select retailers. More NBA Sneakers News LeBron James teased an all-gold colorway of the Nike LeBron 23 Jalen Brunson and Natalia Bryant star in a new ad for the Nike Kobe 3 Protro. The Nike Kobe 3 Protro "Halo" drops this Saturday. Curry Brand launches De'Aaron Fox's second signature sneaker. Interview: Stephen Curry built a basketball "super shoe" and is taking it on a world tour.
Chicago Bears star says coaches are 'overdoing' it at practice
The Chicago Bears roughed up their preseason opponents, the Buffalo Bills and Miami Dolphins, at joint practices this month. Cornerback Jaylon Johnson said the coaching staff has been trying to walk the line of being aggressive but not going overboard. Sometimes the Bears are going too hard, overdoing it at times. “I mean, even (defensive coordinator) Dennis Allen, he’s telling defense we live every day in practice,” Johnson told Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson during an appearance on “Night Cap” Thursday night. “So just really that mentality, as far as going and playing physical is, like, really, just honestly overdoing it really is the thing… What we say, like, toe the line, toe the line line between going too far and really pushing the limits.” Jaylon Johnson notices a big difference in the 2025 Chicago Bears Johnson has missed much of training camp due to a leg injury. He missed the physical practice between the Dolphins and Bears that had Omar Kelly of the Miami Herald complaining about how Allen was coaching up his defense. Johnson said that the entire coaching staff under new head coach Ben Johnson wants a tough and physical culture like has been seen in recent years with the Detroit Lions. “We’re gonna execute,” Jaylon said. “And it’s like, nah, it’s just about whooping the guys in front of you, like, really, like dominating and instilling your will. And I think really just preaching that goes a long way. Because I feel like even in Detroit, for a long time, they didn’t have talented guys, but they had a lot of guys that had grit, as they like to say over there, and guys that work hard, that are tough, and things like that.” Johnson is embracing the change. The Bears should. Dan Campbell’s teams have been successful in recent years in Detroit. The culture is certainly better than the one that folded under Matt Eberflus last season.
Pat McAfee has strong reaction to Hall of Fame honor
Former punter Pat McAfee is receiving an honor that is rare for a special teams member. On Friday, West Virginia announced that McAfee was one of six players entering the program's Hall of Fame for the 2025 class. McAfee is thankful for the recognition from his former school. He used some strong language to react to WVU's reveal. "It was nice to have an opportunity to think back and reminisce about a great era of my life," McAfee posted on X. "I am so thankful for the recognition. This is normally something I would try and f------ hate.. I’d say that it’s b------- and they feel obligated to do this but; this call made my soul feel good. Thanks for the opportunity to be a Mountaineer @RealCoachRod.. it was an honor." McAfee was a highly productive specialist at West Virginia, earning First-team All-American honors in 2008. During his time with the Mountaineers, he set the school record for most games played (51), scoring (384) and extra points made (210). He held the Big East record for most extra points made, when he made 210 of 212 attempts. McAfee's success at West Virginia propelled the Indianapolis Colts to select him in the seventh round of the 2009 draft. He earned All-Pro honors in 2014 and made the Pro Bowl in 2014 and 2016. He has the highest career net average in punting years with 41.1. McAfee should be proud of his achievements during his days in college and the legacy he is building with the program. The ESPN pundit even used his influence to speak with WVU athletic director Wren Baker to help with the coaching search that ultimately brought back Rich Rodriguez to the school.
These college QBs are set to earn millions in 2025
Quarterback is the most important position in football, and the money given to top signal-callers — both in the NFL and at the collegiate level — supports that. On3's Pete Nakos detailed on Thursday what some of the top quarterbacks in college football will earn during the upcoming season. Nakos writes that at least five QBs will make roughly $3 million in the 2025 campaign, while more than 20 starting quarterbacks will command at least $1 million. It's important, for context, to note that these financial figures include direct revenue-sharing from schools and/or NIL deals from third-party collectives. Leading the way among 2025 quarterbacks is Duke's Darian Mensah. The 6-foot-3, 205-pound redshirt sophomore, from San Luis Obispo, Calif., will earn $4 million this year, part of a two-year, $8 million contract with the Blue Devils. Mensah transferred to Duke from Tulane, where in 2024 he threw for 2,723 yards with 22 touchdowns against just six interceptions. True freshman Bryce Underwood of Michigan is set to collect $3 million this season, which is a massive number for someone who has never taken an official snap in college. Still, the 6-foot-4, 228-pound Underwood is a significant contender to win the Wolverines' starting QB job in 2025. The native of Belleville, Mich., was the No. 1 national prospect in the 2025 recruiting class. Redshirt senior Carson Beck transferred from Georgia to Miami in the offseason, and he will make $3 million to $3.2 million this season to start, in a deal that could be worth up to $6 million with incentives, per Nakos. The 6-foot-4, 220-pound Beck, who is from Jacksonville, Fla., tallied 3,485 passing yards with 28 touchdowns and 12 interceptions in 2024. According to the On3 article, Nebraska's Dylan Raiola will earn more than $3 million in total compensation during the 2025 season. The 6-foot-3, 230-pound sophomore, who hails from Buford, Ga., threw for 2,819 yards with 13 touchdowns and 11 interceptions as a true freshman. Last year, Raiola guided the Cornhuskers to a 7-6 record and a bowl-game triumph. Drew Allar will look to lead Penn State on another deep College Football Playoff run in 2025, and the senior quarterback will earn at least $3 million during the upcoming campaign. The 6-foot-5, 235-pound Allar, from Medina, Ohio, threw for 3,327 yards with 24 touchdowns and eight interceptions a year ago as Penn State made the CFP semifinals. The Nittany Lions are No. 2 in the preseason Associated Press top-25 poll. Other quarterbacks who are expected to make big bucks in the 2025 season include Oklahoma's John Mateer ($2.5 million to $3 million), Vanderbilt's Diego Pavia (at least $2 million), Kansas State's Avery Johnson (at least $2 million), South Carolina's LaNorris Sellers ($1.8 million), TCU's Josh Hoover ($1.75 million) and Cincinnati's Brendan Sorsby ($1.5 million to $1.7 million), among others.
Quiz of the Day Newsletter
If you enjoy sports quizzes, you'll love Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day Newsletter, home to the best sports quizzes anywhere.
- Join the thousands of sports fans who are already addicted.
- Challenge your friends, or play solo.
- Always free!
Subscribe now!
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
