List/Grid Monthly Archives: May 2018
Even the Warriors admitted the obvious after Game 1: ‘We got lucky’
The Warriors hardly looked invincible against the Cavs in the NBA Finals opener. Thanks to another fortunate break (or two), it didn’t matter. Powered by WPeMatico
How J.R. Smith’s lost moment may lead to a lost Finals for Cavs
J.R. Smith claims he knew the score when he inexplicably dribbled out the final seconds of regulation of Game 1. His Cleveland teammates knew the truth. Powered by WPeMatico
Where does J.R Smith’s colossal mistake rank among sports’ most boneheaded plays?
J.R. Smith joined the company of Chris Webber, Bill Buckner and Blake O’Neill with his massive mistake in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Powered by WPeMatico
Cannabis and sport: NFL’s Mike James asks for permission to use cannabis
Take cannabis or retire? That’s the dilemma for the NFL running back who says he needs the drug to continue playing American football. Mike James, a 27-year-old free agent, believes…
Devin McCourty on new NFL anthem policy: “This is dumb”
Arguably one of the biggest and surely the most politicized story of the NFL’s 2017 season was players taking a knee during the National Anthem. Originally started by former San…
J.R. Smith bungled Game 1 of NBA Finals for Cavs and the Twitter reaction was ruthless
Cleveland Cavaliers guard J.R. Smith may have delivered his masterpiece in Game 1 of the NBA Finals on Thursday. Powered by WPeMatico
San Diego AAF team to have coaching staff filled with NFL names
The Alliance of American Football is planning to bring professional football back to San Diego with former St. Louis Rams head coach Mike Martz serving as the head coach of…
Even in June, the NFL Storylines Don’t Slow Down
On Friday night, Johnny Manziel’s CFL career kicks off as his Hamilton Tiger-Cats face the Toronto Argonauts in a preseason matchup. Next week, Tom Brady will report to minicamp, where…
Clayton Kershaw returns from DL, could be headed right back
Kershaw and manager Dave Roberts revealed post-game that his outing ended in part due to back tightness, and that he will undergo an MRI Friday. Powered by WPeMatico
Tristan Thompson hits Draymond Green after getting ejected from Game 1 of NBA Finals
Tristan Thompson mixed it up with Draymond Green in the waning seconds of Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Powered by WPeMatico
J.R. Smith’s huge mistake costs Cavs in Game 1 of NBA Finals
J.R. Smith’s costly mistake may have cost the Cavaliers Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Powered by WPeMatico
U.S. Rep. Keith Ellison, ‘a masive football fan,’ will boycott NFL over national anthem policy
Rep. Keith Ellison, the Democratic congressman from Minnesota’s 5th District, had started looking ahead to the next NFL season with great anticipation. He believes Kirk Cousins is a better downfield…
With the onset of legalized betting, could injury reports be mandated in college football?
As sports betting becomes the norm across the country, college football could have to change some of its rules. Powered by WPeMatico
Lawyer in Kaepernick case promises ‘dramatic turn’
Colin Kaepernick’s collusion case against the NFL “is about to take a dramatic turn,” according to his attorney. Lawyer Mark Geragos made the comment Wednesday night on CNN, according to…
Why coaches don’t want NFL to kill the kickoff
As special teams coaches reinvent their kickoff approach, they’re also making sure the league doesn’t try to do away with the play altogether. Powered by WPeMatico
NFL coaches are rallying to avoid the death of the kickoff
As special teams coaches reinvent their kickoff approach, they’re also making sure the NFL doesn’t try to do away with the play altogether. Powered by WPeMatico
Game Theory: Why Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald should ‘break the bank’ as NFL’s highest-paid defensive player
NFL Network’s Cynthia Frelund breaks down why Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald deserves to be the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL. Powered by WPeMatico
Former NFL defensive end Dwight Freeney’s five favorite pass rushers in the NFL in 2018
Former NFL defensive end Dwight Freeney breaks down his Top 5 favorite pass rushers in the NFL. Powered by WPeMatico
Debating win total projections for all 32 NFL teams
ESPN.com How many wins will the Browns have? Which team is expected to have the best record? NFL Nation reporters predict the over/under on win totals for all 32 NFL…
NFL’s Great Expectations 2018: 10 Teams, Coaches and Players (Plus a Broadcaster) to Watch
And how Anthony Lynn and the Chargers are dealing with them. Plus, early reviews are strong on one rookie QB, an area where the Eagles could be even better, and…
Oh, say can you see the NFL’s hypocrisy?
I have come up with a simple solution to the National Football League’s controversy over the National Anthem: The federal government should simply charge the NFL a hefty royalty for…
UConn hires former coach who tripped NFL player
The University of Connecticut has hired a former NFL coach to the men’s basketball team who made national headlines for tripping a player. UConn announced Wednesday it has hired Sal…
Plays that defined 2017: Buffalo Bills at Kansas City Chiefs
With 2017 in the books following a fairly surprising playoff berth, we look back at the season and our beloved Buffalo Bills. Every week is a story, and we bring…
How Does NBA’s Conference Finals Viewership Stack Up Against the NFL, MLB And NHL?
Think people are tired of watching LeBron James and the Cavaliers? Think they’re bored of watching Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors? Guess again. The NBA Conference Finals that…
Lawyer: Trump comments kept NFL team from signing Colin Kaepernick
SportsPulse: Trysta Krick says the NFL’s new policy on national anthem protests doesn’t help anyone but the owners. An NFL owner decided not to offer free agent Colin Kaepernick a…
NFL’s greatest all-time streaks
From Drew Brees’ 54 consecutive games with a touchdown pass to Brett Favre’s 297 straight starts, take a look back at some of the NFL’s greatest streaks. Powered by WPeMatico
Need to Know: The most valuable Redskins over the past five years
Need to Know: A look at the top performers for the Redskins over the past five years. Powered by WPeMatico
Saints hitting the reset button during OTAs
Metairie, LA — The New Orleans Saints were one of the more surprising teams of the 2017 season and most of the key pieces from that roster remain in the…
No Julio? No problem, say Falcons, carrying on without him
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Matt Ryan barked out a play, took the snap and zipped a pass to the receiver who played his college ball at Alabama. Powered by…
What will the NFL’s new kickoff rule look like? Bears will be first to find out
In the Hall of Fame Game in August, the Bears will be part of the first play under the NFL’s new kickoff rule. No one’s sure what it’ll look like….
FANTASY PLAYS: WRs with potential to break out in third year
While it’s far too early to suggest anyone from the rookie class of 2016 are locks to reach Canton, fantasy football players should take a closer look at several third-year…
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones: Trump intends to win anthem debate
President Donald Trump intends to be on the winning side of the national anthem debate. That is what Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said in a sworn deposition as part…
Steelers unveil new throwback uniforms based on ’70s Steel Curtain teams
SportsPulse: Trysta Krick says the NFL’s new policy on national anthem protests doesn’t help anyone but the owners. The Pittsburgh Steelers are putting their old “bumblebee” uniforms in storage and…
Judge considering fraud investigator in NFL concussion case
Judge considering fraud investigator in NFL concussion case Powered by WPeMatico
NFL owners say Trump told them to stand down
The president told Jerry Jones to share a message with NFL owners during a discussion about protests during the national anthem: “You can’t win this one.” Powered by WPeMatico
Film Breakdown: Can Tre Flowers succeed at corner for Seahawks?
Since Pete Carroll became head coach back in 2010, the Seattle Seahawks have thrived at developing tall, lengthy cornerbacks. Under Carroll’s guidance, cornerbacks Richard Sherman and Brandon Browner used their…
NFL Owners Admitted That Trump Influenced Talks on How to Handle Anthem Protests
Several NFL owners admitted that conversations with President Donald Trump influenced their decision on how to handle player protests during the national anthem, according to The Wall Street Journal. Powered…
Eagles OL Lane Johnson’s comments vaildated by former Patriot
Not that Lane Johnson needed any validation, but the Eagles right tackle got it anyway. Cassius Marsh, a defensive end who played nine games with the New England Patriots last…
Breaking down new-look Rams: Suh boosts defense; Cooks refines offense
The Los Angeles Rams’ response to a long-awaited breakthrough season in 2017 has been a Hollywood marquee-worthy 2018 offseason. After going 11-5 and winning the NFC West for the first time in 14 years thanks…
From the Bench to the Booth: The Path Journeyman NFL Players Take to Broadcasting
Networks tend to line up for Hall of Fame players, but others have to make their own breaks to get into the world of broadcasting. A look at how they’re…
New Cardinals LB Jeremy Cash asked to lead with limited experience
The Arizona Cardinals, who are transitioning to a new defensive system under coach Steve Wilks and defensive coordinator Al Holcomb, signed a few players who have some experience in the…
Poll: 54% of people approve of new NFL kneeling policy
According to a SurveyMonkey/Yahoo Finance poll, 54% of people approve of the NFL’s controversial ban on kneeling. 41% of people see the kneeling as “unpatriotic.” Powered by WPeMatico
Predicting top storylines for all 32 NFL teams
ESPN.com Teams have spent months addressing their weaknesses, but they each still face daunting questions that need to be answered. Can Carson Wentz regain the MVP form he displayed before…
The 99 NFL players, coaches and themes that will define 2018
We’re down to double digits. Yes, the NFL regular season will open in just 99 days. Heck, the first training camps open in seven weeks! It has been a wild…
Wednesday morning one-liners
Jets QB Teddy Bridgewater got the No. 5 jersey after Christian Hackenberg was shipped to Oakland. ESPN’s Football Power Index calls the Patriots the favorites to win the Super Bowl….
Jim Carrey Sacks NFL’s Protest Ban And Donald Trump In New Artwork
The actor-turned-painter rips “fake patriotism.” Powered by WPeMatico
Jim Carrey Sacks NFL’s Protest Ban And Donald Trump In New Artwork
Actor-turned-activist-painter Jim Carrey tackled the NFL’s clampdown on Powered by WPeMatico
Free-agent WR Brandon Marshall has signed with the Seattle Seahawks
Former Giants, Jets, Bears, Dolphins and Broncos WR Brandon Marshall has signed a one-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks. Powered by WPeMatico
Bengals DT Andrew Brown honoring his late mother by following his NFL dream
What does is mean to be drafted into the NFL? For many football players, making it to the pros is a lifelong dream and something they work for the majority…
NFL free agents: Why can’t these 7 ex-Giants find homes? What does it say about 2017 team?
Including the likes of seldom-used Akeem Ayers, Darryl Morris and Curtis Grant, there are 11 Giants unrestricted free agents who are unsigned, according to the team page on spotrac.com. A review…
Court to consider fraud investigator in NFL concussion case
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A federal judge in Philadelphia is scheduled to hear arguments in the NFL’s request for a special investigator to look into what the league says are fraudulent…
Can the Jaguars really repeat last season’s success?
No really, can they? Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, who set the league on fire, will return from his ACL injury, as well as their top edge rusher J.J Watt. Andrew Luck,…
Why Herzlich’s invite to Trump just won’t work
Beating long odds is kind of linebacker Mark Herzlich’s thing. But his invitation for Donald Trump to visit the Giants locker room is in vain. Powered by WPeMatico
Mark Herzlich’s invite to President Trump is commendable, but this is 2018, and Trump is Trump
Beating long odds is kind of Mark Herzlich’s thing. But his invitation for Donald Trump to visit the Giants locker room is in vain. Powered by WPeMatico
Bears’ revamped receiving corps ranked 14th in NFL
The Chicago Bears’ revamped receiving corps was recently ranked 14th in the NFL. Powered by WPeMatico
Where do 49ers pass catchers rank compared to rest of NFL?
One of the most unlikely developments from Jimmy Garoppolo’s 5-0 stint to end the 2017 season was the play of his supporting cast. The 49ers started journeyman Louis Murphy at…
Americans Are Split Over The NFL’s Decision On Anthem Protests
Opinions are divide along racial lines but even more sharply along political ones. Powered by WPeMatico
Shea McClellin prepared to move on with life after NFL
Shea McClellin has suffered five documented concussions, and he’s at peace with the fact he might never play again. But such is the lure of the NFL that he won’t…
Points of reference after Deatrich Wise Jr.’s five-sack rookie season with Patriots
Alex Smith. Drew Brees. Jameis Winston. Ben Roethlisberger. Tyrod Taylor. Those are the handful of quarterbacks Deatrich Wise Jr. had a hand in taking down as a rookie in 2017….
Jim Daopoulos: I don’t know why the NFL keeps the kickoff in the game
The NFL made sweeping changes to kickoff rules at the league meetings earlier this month in hopes of reducing the number of injuries sustained on such plays. While the league…
Adrian Peterson Wants Back in the NFL, but Does the NFL Want Him Back?
Adrian Peterson has posted a series of absurdly impressive workout videos this spring, box jumps with weight on his back and seven-mile treadmill routines. But despite putting those clips online—”to…
NFL teams must also end the harassment of their cheerleaders
It took two years, boycotts by fans, declining TV ratings, growing alarm among advertisers, a drop in the sale of gear and especially a public shaming by President Trump, but…
Put the three-point stance on the NFL’s endangered species list next to kickoffs
One of the biggest discussions around the NFL’s newest rule changes has focused on its expansion of helmet contact policy. It’s a move the league needed to make as everyone…
Dez Bryant deletes Instagram comment saying he wants to play for 49ers
SportsDay’s David Moore recently wrote that Bryant should focus on self-improvement, rather than blaming the Cowboys for his current situation. Here’s more from Moore: Based on what we’ve seen throughout…
49ers’ Cassius Marsh defends anti-Patriots comments in video
San Francisco 49ers defensive end Cassius Marsh did not enjoy his experience with the New England Patriots, according to the San Francisco Chronicle. On Monday, Marsh released a video to…
‘There’s nothing fun about’ playing for Belichick
Cassius Marsh, a former Patriots defensive end, sounded off about the culture in New England, following a trend set by several ex-Pats this offseason. Powered by WPeMatico
Minnesota Congressman boycotting NFL over anthem rule
Five days after the NFL tried to solve the anthem issue, it continues to be obvious that the NFL found a way to make things worse. Already, two members of…
NFL needs more minority owners, but franchise values make that difficult
The NFL has seen the ranks of ownership expand from a tradition of rich, aging, white men in recent years. But as more females become involved in ownership and control…
Grading the NFC East offseason: Eagles maintain a strong hold on the division
The NFC East is home to the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles, who added several players during the offseason a year ago that eventually became important contributors to their championship-winning…
Austin Seferian-Jenkins helps former teammate battle alcoholism
Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Austin Seferian-Jenkins is helping former New York Jets teammate Dylan Donahue stay sober. Seferian-Jenkins has taken steps to turn his life around after being cited for…
No hedging: Panthers’ new owner bound to demand consistent return
The Panthers have a new owner in David Tepper. With him will come raised expectations for Carolina to be a more consistent contender in the NFL. Tepper has made his billions as…
The Arc of History Bends a Knee Toward Kaepernick
Within minutes of each other Wednesday afternoon, Mike Pence and Donald Trump Jr. spiked the proverbial football. NFL owners had just announced a new policy for the national anthem that…
Notebook: Former Bucs QB Freeman retires
Former first-round draft pick Josh Freeman retired after attempting a comeback in the Canadian Football League. Freeman spent most of his NFL career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who drafted…
Dolphins’ Scott among NFL players who have found secret weapon in Miami track coach Deem
After dealing with a foot injury last season, receiver Rashawn Scott knew he might need help to regain the speed and power needed to get back in the Miami Dolphins’…
The Patriots have serious competition at wide receiver
Over the past five years, the New England Patriots have traditionally held five wide receivers on the roster, in addition to special teams captain Matthew Slater. Danny Amendola was the…
NFL anthem ruling about money, not patriotism
When will we learn the fact of life? Once we cease to follow the money, we’re off the trail; we’ve lost the scent. Despite what we have been told, the…
NFL Requires Players To Stand During Anthem: POLL
This week National Football League owners decided to require their players to either stand for the National Anthem before the game or remain in the locker room until the anthem…
Players who don’t like anthem rule can take immediate action
In the aftermath of Wednesday’s decision by the NFL to alter the anthem policy in a way that managed to do more harm than good, the NFL Players Association wasn’t…
Republican Peter King compares NFL protests to ‘players giving Nazi salutes’
A Republican congressman from New York on Saturday said NFL player protests over police brutality and racial injustice were “premised on lies”, and compared the action of kneeling during the…
NFL teams up with Woodruff Foundation to help veterans
When veteran Todd Desgrosseilliers was recovering from battle wounds, he went back to a boyhood love: fly fishing. Desgrosseilliers’ group for disabled veterans is one of many receiving funding though…
NFL vs. NBA: Which Will Be America’s Biggest Sport 10 Years From Now?
NFL vs. NBA: Which Will Be America’s Biggest Sport 10 Years From Now? Powered by WPeMatico
NY pol compares anthem protests to Nazi salute
Rep. Pete King, a Long Island Republican, has taken issue with Christopher Johnson’s offer to pay players’ fines, saying it’s “time to say goodbye to Jets!” Powered by WPeMatico
Police Killed At Least 378 Black Americans From The Moment Colin Kaepernick Protested
These Americans deserve to be more than another statistic. Powered by WPeMatico
Jets Chairman Christopher Johnson Won’t Fine Players For Anthem Protests
“I never want to put restrictions on the speech of our players.” Powered by WPeMatico
Updated Best-Ball WR Tiers
Evan Silva updates his Wide Receiver Rankings & Tiers for Best-Ball leagues. Powered by WPeMatico
National anthem issue gets to heart of how the NFL, NBA deal with their players
The NFL’s move Wednesday to change its policy to effectively ban players from protesting on the field during the national anthem drew no shortage of reaction, both in support of…
2018 NFL USO Tour
Every memorial day, we honor the brave men and women of the armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our nation, both at home and abroad. This year, the…
Fantasy Football Mailbag: Making trades fun in dynasty leagues, rookie drafts
We’re finishing up the draft for our CBS Sports office dynasty league, and I tried to be proactive in making trades to improve my roster. That’s the fun of formats…
NFL 360: Duty calls for Steve Mariucci and Michael Irvin
In this installment of “NFL 360” Michael Irvin and Steve Mariucci take a special, and at times harrowing, trip to the Fort Irwin National Training Center to walk in the…
Cleveland Browns QB Tyrod Taylor wishes NFL consulted with players ahead of National Anthem rule
CLEVELAND — Cleveland Browns quarterback Tyrod Taylor was very much in line with the NFL Players’ Association and the believe that their officers should have had a place at the…
NFL teams under no time pressure to form own anthem policies
With no deadlines to meet and a monthlong summer break coming up, NFL teams are in no hurry to formulate a policy on demonstrations during the national anthem. One day…
Ranking the NFL’s top defensive lines heading into 2018
NFL Network’s Gregg Rosenthal ranks the top defensive lines in the NFL heading into 2018. Powered by WPeMatico
Moubarak Djeri’s journey to Cardinals spans three continents
Josh Weinfuss ESPN Staff Writer Close Covered the Cardinals since 2012 Graduate of Indiana University Member of Pro Football Writers of America Follow on Twitter TEMPE, Ariz. — Four years…
Adrian Peterson posting his workout videos, hoping teams notice
Free agent running back Adrian Peterson is in shape, and he wants NFL teams to know it. Peterson has been posting videos of himself doing grueling cardio workouts on the…
Adrian Peterson posting his workout videos, hoping teams notice
Free agent running back Adrian Peterson is in shape, and he wants NFL teams to know it. Peterson has been posting videos of himself doing grueling cardio workouts on the…
NFL forces fans, others to pick sides
The NFL punted. The league’s owners and commissioner Roger Goodell had a chance to stand up for what is right. Instead, they caved and capitulated with a new stance regarding…
The pressure is on Jimmy Garoppolo, could he regress?
This is about to be the most unpopular opinion ever. What happens if Jimmy Garoppolo regresses? It’s been a question for a while and something more so after NFL network…
Madden and NBA Live’s new leadership talk about their roads ahead
Maybe now we can close the book on NBA Live’s troubled times, and stop referring to the series in the yes-but way that followed it for almost eight years. Last…
Koetter downplays Catanzaro’s early success
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have not been able to find a consistent kicker since the team had Matt Bryant from 2005-2008. At 42 years old, he continues to dominate and…
Ranking NFL teams by best offensive skill players: Eagles No. 1? Giants top-5 with Saquon Barkley? Cowboys fall without Dez Bryant, Jason Witten
When it comes to offensive weapons, some teams load up on running backs, some load up on receivers, while others try and find depth across all of the skill positions…
