Chase Browns Leads Bengals' Backfield In Preseason Finale

Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown ran for 39 yards off 11 carries during the loss to the Washington Commanders on Saturday night. He added two catches for negative yardage. Chris Evans (undisclosed), who didn't suit up for this one, is rumored to see third-down work this season. However, it appears Brown should at least […]

Jake Browning Throws A Touchdown On Saturday Night

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning finished Saturday's preseason loss to the Commanders by throwing for 42 yards. He also completed all six of his passing attempts, and, unlike Trevor Siemian, he threw a touchdown, finding Andrei Iosivas with a seven-yard throw near the end of the first quarter. The 27-year-old entered training camp as the […]

Trevor Siemian Throws For 133 Yards In Preseason Finale

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Trevor Siemian finished Saturday's preseason meeting against the Washington Commanders by throwing for 133 yards. While Reid Sinnett and Jake Browning each tossed a touchdown in this one, Siemian couldn't get anything going, and it showed, as he threw an interception and completed only 60.7% of his attempts. The 2015 seventh-round pick […]

Teams Believe Colts Won't Trade Jonathan Taylor

According to NFL insider Jeremy Fowler, speaking on an episode of SportsCenter on Saturday, many around the league don't feel the Colts will trade Jonathan Taylor, especially considering what the team is looking for in return. The All-Pro was once one of the NFL's most potent fantasy running backs. However, he's battled injuries and hasn't […]

John Lynch Believes Nick Bosa Will Be Signed By Week 1

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch believes defensive end Nick Bosa will be signed by Week 1. The All-Pro is entering the final year of his rookie contract. However, as expected, he hasn't been with the team, as he continues to hold out in search of a lucrative contract. Bosa has been a powerhouse […]

Trevis Gipson To Seek Trade

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, Chicago Bears defensive end Trevis Gipson has been granted permission to seek a trade. Gipson, drafted in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft, recorded a career-high seven sacks in 2021. However, he had only three last season. With the Bears bringing in Yannick Ngakoue during the offseason, Gipson […]

Jakeem Grant Sr. Injured On Saturday

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jakeem Grant Sr. (knee) exited Saturday's preseason finale against the Kansas City Chiefs. The 30-year-old, who missed all last season with an Achilles injury, suffered a knee injury in this one. Even worse, he was taken off the field on a cart, which isn't a promising sign. Grant isn't expected to […]

Paolo Banchero Scores Game-High 21 Points In FIBA Win

Team USA center Paolo Banchero scored a game-high 21 points during the FIBA win over New Zealand. The 20-year-old looked good in this one, going 8-for-10 from the field and 2-for-2 from deep while adding four blocks. Banchero, the 2023 NBA Rookie of the Year, is coming off a potent inaugural season, finishing with averages […]

Anthony Edwards Scores 14 Points In FIBA Opener

Team USA guard Anthony Edwards played relatively well during Saturday's FIBA win over New Zealand. The 22-year-old, who head coach Steve Kerr recently referred to as "the guy," scored 14 points, finishing behind only Paulo Banchero, who had a game-high 21 points. Edwards did have five turnovers and missed all of his three attempts from […]

Franz Wagner Avoids Serious Injury

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) is day-to-day. The 2021 No. 8 overall pick, suiting up for Germany in the FIBA World Cup, tweaked his ankle during Friday's win over Japan. While an MRI ruled out a serious injury, it's unknown if he'll be on the floor for the meeting against Australia on Sunday. That […]

P.J. Washington Finally Gets New Contract

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, restricted free-agent forward/center P.J. Washington agreed to a three-year, $48 million contract to remain in Charlotte. The 25-year-old finished last season by averaging a career-high 15.7 points along with 4.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.1 blocks in 73 games. He has emerged as one of the Hornets' most reliable producers, […]

Josh Jacobs Agrees To One-Year Deal With Raiders

According to NFL Media's Tom Pelissero, Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs agreed to a one-year, $12 million deal with the team. Although it isn't the long-term agreement Jacobs sought early in the offseason, it's at least enough to boost his morale and get him on the field for the 2023-24 campaign. The 25-year-old […]

Brandon Clarke Won't Be Ready To Start The Year

According to The Athletic's David Aldridge, Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke (Achilles) won't be ready to begin the year. The 26-year-old signed a four-year, $52 million extension last offseason. However, he tore his Achilles during a meeting with the Denver Nuggets in March, requiring surgery. Clarke has been steadily improving since entering the league in […]

Moritz Wagner Shines In FIBA Opener

German National Team forward/center Moritz Wagner scored a game-high 25 points during the FIBA victory over Japan. The veteran looked good, going 10-for-14 from the field and 2-for-5 from deep while adding nine rebounds, one steal, and one block. While his brother, Franz Wagner (ankle), underwent an MRI after getting injured in this one, the […]

Franz Wagner Injures Ankle On Friday

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) scored 10 points during the win over Japan in FIBA play on Friday. He added six rebounds, five assists, and a steal. Unfortunately, Wagner had a tough time finding the bottom of the net, going 0-for-6 from deep. Even worse, he tweaked his ankle and underwent an MRI. Although […]

Lauri Markkanen Scores 19 Points In FIBA Loss

Finland National Team forward Lauri Markkanen scored 19 points during the FIBA loss to Australia on Friday. The Utah Jazz All-Star added eight boards, four assists, and one block. However, he shot a rough 7-for-17 from the field and 1-for-7 from behind the arc. Markkanen, who averaged a career-high 25.6 points last season, will look […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo To Delay Signing Contract Extension

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo stated he won't sign a contract extension when he becomes eligible next month. Although the multi-time MVP indicated that agreeing to a new deal wouldn't make sense from a financial standpoint until next summer, he added he won't sign until he's sure "everyone's on the same page." Milwaukee made moves […]

Damian Lillard Confirms Trade Request

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard confirmed he asked to be traded. During a conversation with NBA insider Marc J. Spears, the multi-time All-Star expressed his love for the city of Portland while adding that his desire to win a title "is as high as it's probably going to be." Lillard has been a Trail […]

Fantasy Football Auction Draft Recap - The King's Classic at Fantasy Football Expo

The Fantasy Football Expo is an event that takes place annually in Canton, Ohio. It continues to grow in popularity, with on-air personalities, writers, and fans assembling for a weekend devoted to all things fantasy football. For those who haven't attended, you'll want to include it in your summer plans next year.  Of course, the […]

Bryan Edwards Waived By New Orleans

The Saints waived wide receiver Bryan Edwards on Tuesday. The wideout, a 2020 third-round pick for the Raiders, hasn't met expectations during his career, totaling 48 catches for 770 yards and four touchdowns in 36 games with Las Vegas and Atlanta. He signed with New Orleans in March, so he didn't last long with the […]

Chris Evans Might Be Bengals' Third-Down Option

According to Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic, Cincinnati Bengals running back Chris Evans might become the team's third-down option. While Joe Mixon is still atop the depth chart, Evans has shown improvement since last season, especially as a blocker and receiver. The 25-year-old, drafted in the sixth round in 2021, has played well enough […]

Jake Browning The Favorite To Win No. 2 Spot

According to Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning could enter the year as the No. 2 option on the depth chart. Veteran signal-caller Trevor Siemian was the favorite to earn the job heading into training camp. However, Browning has played the best out of the duo, even though neither man […]

Jaxon Smith-Njigba Could Miss Time

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (wrist) needs surgery to repair a "slight fracture" suffered during Saturday's preseason meeting with the Dallas Cowboys. There are reports the procedure had already taken place. However, it hasn't, with the rookie flying to Philadelphia on Tuesday to see a specialist. Although the team is optimistic Smith-Njiba will be […]

Retaining Nikola Vucevic Was Chicago's "No. 1 Goal"

According to Bulls general manager Marc Eversley, keeping center Nikola Vucevic on the roster was the team's "No. 1 goal." The veteran signed a three-year, $60 million contract extension with Chicago this offseason after averaging 17.6 points and 11.0 rebounds in 2022-23. The Bulls have seemingly flirted with the idea of entering a rebuilding phase. […]

Damian Lillard Unfollows Blazers On Social Media Site

Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard has unfollowed the team on Instagram, a social media website. Nobody can say for sure when this happened, but most assume it came after the All-Star requested a trade to the Heat in July. With September right around the corner, Lillard's wish still hasn't been granted, primarily since the […]

Anthony Edwards "Unquestionably The Guy"

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards had another productive performance for Team USA, scoring 34 points in the win over Germany on Sunday. Edwards has played well in exhibition play ahead of the FIBA World Cup, prompting an endorsement after the game from head coach Steve Kerr. "He's unquestionably the guy," said Kerr. "You can see […]

John Wolford "Feeling Better"

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback John Wolford (neck) is "feeling better," according to head coach Todd Bowles. "He's moving around, so, you know, that's the best we can offer right now. The tests came out pretty good. We'll just see how he recovers." The signal-caller, who signed with the Bucs in May after playing most of […]

Denzel Mims Reverts To Injured Reserve

Wide receiver Denzel Mims (ankle, calf) was reverted to the Lions' injured reserve list on Saturday. The wideout, who recently suffered ankle and calf injuries during practice, was waived by the team a few days ago but passed through waivers unclaimed. Mims was traded to Detroit after three uneventful seasons as a New York Jet, […]

Aaron Rodgers Will Play In Final Preseason Game

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers will suit up for the team's final preseason game on Saturday against the New York Giants. The veteran signal-caller, who was traded to New York during the offseason after an impressive tenure in Green Bay, will make his unofficial debut as a Jet. However, it's likely Rodgers won't see […]

Myles Jack Will Retire

According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Myles Jack informed the team he will retire. The 27-year-old, drafted in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft, suited up for the Jaguars and Steelers during his career and totaled 617 tackles and 6.5 sacks. He recently signed with the Eagles at the beginning […]