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 […]

Elijah Moore Returns To Practice Sunday

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore (ribs) returned to practice on Sunday, according to head coach Kevin Stefanski. The wideout was sidelined since suffering a rib injury during the preseason meeting with the Washington Commanders and was day-to-day. With Stefanski also reporting that the starters would see action for the team's final preseason game against […]

Matt Barkley Injured On Saturday

Buffalo Bills quarterback Matt Barkley (elbow) was injured during Saturday's preseason meeting with the Steelers. The veteran signal-caller played well during the Bills' first preseason game. However, it was a different story this time around, with Barkley throwing 93 yards and three picks off 7-for-12 passing before going down with an elbow injury. He is […]

Cooper Kupp Expected To Practice Next Week

According to USA Today's Cameron DaSilva, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (hamstring) is expected to practice next week during joint sessions with the Denver Broncos. The 30-year-old has been out since the beginning of August while nursing a hamstring ailment, so the update is certainly positive news. Kupp, who underwent ankle surgery during […]

Tank Dell Held Out Of Saturday's Preseason Game

Houston Texans wide receiver Tank Dell (leg) didn't suit up for Saturday's preseason matchup against the Miami Dolphins. According to Aaron Wilson of KPRC, the rookie experienced tightness in his leg during warmups. Fortunately, it doesn't appear that the injury is severe, as Wilson added Dell was held out as a "precautionary measure." The 23-year-old, […]

Dawson Knox Day-To-Day

Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox (finger) didn't suit up for Saturday's preseason meeting with the Pittsburgh Steelers. According to Matt Parrino of Syracuse.com, the veteran is nursing a finger injury and is day-to-day, meaning this shouldn't be anything that extends into the season. Knox is coming off a productive year, finishing the 2022-23 campaign […]

Tank Bigsby Logs Another Impressive Performance

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Tank Bigsby played well during Saturday's preseason win over the Lions. After a stellar showing against the Dallas Cowboys, the rookie had a game-high 70 yards off 13 carries in this one. Bigsby has played well throughout the preseason, totaling 22 touches for 122 yards to the tune of 5.6 YPC. […]