It seems as though veteran journeyman WR Michael Crabtree is still looking for an NFL home since being released from the Baltimore Ravens in February. Briefly, Arizona appeared to be the most likely destination after he completed a workout recently with the team. It was not to be as the team decided to go a…
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Redskins Name McCoy QB1
The mystery surrounding the quarterback situation for the Washington Redskins has been solved, at least for the preseason. According to NBC Sports, the Redskins posted their first unofficial depth chart this past Sunday. For now, former Texas QB Colt McCoy has been named the starter. Following behind is recently acquired Case Keenum and 1st round…
Tide’s Robinson Jr. Primed for Breakout Season
It goes without saying, when it comes to finding talent at the running back position, the University of Alabama has never struggled with fulfilling that need. Through the years, names like Mark Ingram, Trent Richardson, Derrick Henry, Kenyan Drake, Damien Harris, Josh Jacobs, and host of others have been featured on many Sports Center highlight…
The Lakeshow Starring Anthony Davis
The Greatest Reality Show on Earth, or the Los Angeles Lakers as we know them, is back in the news again. In the latest installment of the seemingly ongoing mini-series, they have acquired the services of former New Orleans Pelicans All-Star Anthony Davis. This came at a hefty price. It feels like they gave away…
Quick Take: A Review of the NBA Finals
The 2019 NBA finals finished much better than how it started. There was a moment where it looked as if the championship would end with a resounding thud. Debris from fallen Warriors filled the court, but the Raptors couldn’t see to put them away. This allowed the defending champs to heal somewhat or have a…
Ex-Tide RB, Harris, Rolls in Patriots Minicamp
After wrapping up a 3-day mandatory minicamp, it seems that the New England Patriots have something to be excited about. Former 87th overall pick out of Alabama, RB Damien Harris, has caught the interest of his coaches. Due to Sony Michel missing workouts for undisclosed reasons, Harris was given the platform to shine by gaining…
Not So “Golden” State
For the Raptors to hang around and possibly win the NBA Finals, winning Game 1 at home was a feat they had no choice but accomplish. Last night, in front of a rabid home crowd in Soctiabank Arena, Toronto would do just that. Many felt that Toronto did not have the horses beyond Kawhi Leonard…
Updates Worth Your While
No-Brainer: When you are an early enrollee at a major program, facing adversity while earning your place on the team is to be expected. However, for freshman QB D’Wan Mathis, it became life threatening. This past Monday, he was released from the hospital after undergoing emergency surgery for a brain cyst. After experiencing severe sinus…
Corey Ballentine: From Triumph to Tragedy and Back to Triumph
For Corey Ballentine, his young life has taken some dramatic turns. Last April, he was drafted in the 6th round of the 2019 NFL Draft. What should have been one of the most joyous moments to date quickly turned to tragedy that night. Early Sunday morning, he and his fellow Washburn University teammate, Dwane Simmons…
“It’s Not My Job to Be a Mentor”
In the latest carousel that is the Denver Broncos’ QB situation, Joe Flacco will be the newest signal caller to step under center since being acquired via trade from Baltimore. Behind him will be Drew Locke, rookie QB from Missouri. While many see it as the veteran’s job to groom the presumed future at that position,…