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(Photo by Jerod Harris/Getty Images for The Volume )   The Chicago Bears were on the cusp of being 5-2 after defeating a really good Washington Commanders team on the road. However, Jayden Daniels and the Commanders had other plans. The Bears ended up losing on a tipped Hail Mary pass from Daniels that was caught by veteran wide receiver Noah Brown. Chicago is now 4-3 with a tough second-half schedule on deck. Fox Sports’s Colin Cowherd is now questioning the Bears. “This thing could unravel really fast…You went from feeling great about the organization to, ‘What am I watching,'” Cowherd said Thursday on The Herd. "You went from feeling great about the organization to, 'What am I watching?'" @ColinCowherd says why Sunday is a must win for the Bears vs. Cardinals pic.twitter.com/RLmbdalkQG — Herd w/Colin Cowherd (@TheHerd) October 31, 2024 Chicago will face the Arizona Cardinals and New England Patriots in the next two weeks. As Cowherd said, they...

(Photo by Jason Mowry/Getty Images)   The Indianapolis Colts made the massive decision this week to bench young quarterback Anthony Richardson in favor of veteran Joe Flacco. Richardson has thrown four touchdowns and seven interceptions through six games this season. While appearing on The Pat McAfee Show on Wednesday, NFL legend and future Hall of Famer J.J. Watt spoke about the move and its significance. “I think they are a very good team. I do think Flacco gives them a better chance to win games right now. I don’t think they’re a Super Bowl-winning team this year,” Watt said. "I think the Colts are a very good team and I do think Flacco gives them the better chance to win right now.. I don't think they're a Super Bowl winning team this year though" ~ @JJWatt #PMSLive https://t.co/SEmCQFs9mh pic.twitter.com/p4TGhsPfHo — Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) October 30, 2024 The Colts are one of the most interesting teams in the NFL. They have a lot of talen...

(Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)   After a 3-1 start, Los Angeles Lakers fans are very happy with what they have seen from new head coach JJ Redick. They weren’t sure if he would work well as the coach because he has no experience in that sort of position but Redick seems to have unlocked something special in this team. Speaking to All the Smoke Productions, Matt Barnes talked about his former teammate and friend and addressed why Redick is such a good fit for the Lakers. “JJ moves around with an arrogance and a confidence because he does the work,” Barnes said, saying he has a “beautiful mind” when it comes to basketball and is doing the right things on behalf of LA’s biggest stars. “JJ moves around with an arrogance and a confidence because he does the work.” @Matt_Barnes22 reacts to JJ Redick’s hot start as Lakers Head Coach.⁰⁰Watch the season premiere of All The Smoke Unplugged: https://t.co/5BNUtSN1gE pic.twitter.com/kknTrrOuG1 — All the Smoke Productions...

(Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images for BIG3)   NBA players and their coaches don’t always see eye-to-eye. They try to put their differences aside for the good of the team but that’s not always possible. Stephen Jackson gave a good example of that on the latest episode of “The Big Podcast”. When speaking about coaches that players didn’t like, Jackson made no secret of his disdain for Scott Skiles, who coached Jackson when he played for the Milwaukee Bucks. Jackson claimed that Skiles wasn’t trying to win and attempting to “take a dive,” which led to some really bad choices that were indefensible. “I can’t stand him right now talking about it. I want to punch him right now,” Jackson said. “I can’t stand him right now talking about it. I want to punch him right now.” – Stephen Jackson on Scott Skiles Full episode here: https://t.co/UFpNzWtPtn pic.twitter.com/AuSlanTzjT — The Big Podcast (@bigpodwithshaq) October 28, 2024 Skiles was in charge of the Bucks from 2009 ...

(Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images)   The Los Angeles Dodgers are out to a two-game to zero lead over the New York Yankees in the World Series. On Saturday, the Dodgers defeated the Yankees by a score of four to two but suffered a possible injury to one of their key bats in the lineup. It appeared that Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani injured his shoulder while sliding into second base in game two. The Dodgers received some good news on Sunday regarding Ohtani before game three on Monday. According to FOX Sports: MLB on ‘X,’ Ohtani is expected to play in game three on Monday. Shohei Ohtani is expected to be in the Dodgers lineup tomorrow for Game 3, per @FabianArdaya pic.twitter.com/RIp2GlFyRk — FOX Sports: MLB (@MLBONFOX) October 27, 2024 The shoulder injury appears minor as Ohtani is expected back in the lineup for the Dodgers in game three. Through two games of the World Series, Ohtani has one hit in eight at-bats with a double, one run scored, one walk, and two st...

(Photo by Jaiden Tripi/Getty Images)   Entering the 2024 NFL season, the New England Patriots knew that it would be a rebuilding year after so much change in the offseason. New head coach Jerod Mayo inherited a young and inexperienced roster, though his main job is to develop rookie quarterback Drake Maye. Maye, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, began the year riding the bench behind veteran Jacoby Brissett but recently got the nod to start after the offense failed to string together many scoring drives. It’s early, but Maye has looked solid in his limited opportunities both as a passer and a rusher. His size, athleticism and arm talent make him an intriguing prospect long-term though there are certainly going to be some growing pains as he continues to learn the professional game. Unfortunately, Maye took a shot to the head in the Patriots’ Week 8 matchup against the New York Jets and is questionable to return via the team’s official X account. “Patriots inju...

(Photo by Brian Fluharty/Getty Images)   Coming off their 2024 NBA championship, the Boston Celtics look ready to repeat as they’ve come out of the gates strong to start this season. The Celtics had no issues winning their first two games, blowing out the New York Knicks and Washington Wizards. Even without Kristaps Porzingis, who is sidelined due to an ankle injury, Boston has had no problem picking up where it left off last season. Offensively, the Celtics are one of the most efficient teams in the league, while their defense is stifling across the board. Former Celtics star Paul Pierce has been impressed with what he’s seen the past couple of years and is all-in on their chances of adding another banner. He recently gave some honest thoughts about Boston and his place in Celtics history. “I’m part of the DNA in Boston and I will be forever,” Pierce said, via All the Smoke Productions. “I’m part of the DNA in Boston and I will be forever.” @PaulPierce34 taps in with ...

(Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)   The Jacksonville Jaguars aren’t quite out of the playoff race for the 2024 NFL season as they picked up a crucial win against the New England Patriots in London during Week 7. The Jaguars have been a disjointed bunch on both sides of the ball thus far but looked competent against a rebuilding Patriots team. Though defeating a bad team isn’t very impressive, Jacksonville won’t complain about getting a win considering the way its season has gone. Injuries have played a large part in the lack of success as the Jaguars have been without multiple key pieces both on offense and defense. Ahead of their Week 8 clash against the Green Bay Packers, the Jaguars announced a series of roster moves. “Activated LB Foyesade Oluokun from the Reserve/Injured; Designated to Return list. Elevated RB Jake Funk and DE Joe Gaziano to the active roster for tomorrow’s game via standard elevation. Downgraded S Andrew Wingard from questionable to out. OL Cam R...

(Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)   The New York Jets are about to get some much-needed help on defense this weekend when they head to New England to face the Patriots. Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich announced today that Pro Bowl edge-rusher Haason Reddick will make his Jets debut on Sunday in Foxborough. Reddick had been holding out in the hopes of reaching a long-term deal with the team after being traded over from the Philadelphia Eagles this past offseason. Jets interim head coach Jeff Ulbrich announces Haason Reddick will make debut Sunday vs New England. pic.twitter.com/lvFmwYHm6U — NFL (@NFL) October 25, 2024 Reddick was recently able to agree to terms on a restructured deal with the Jets with the help of new agent Drew Rosenhaus. Now, the Jets seemingly have all the pieces that they need to try and win. They traded with the Las Vegas Raiders for All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams last week, and they get Reddick back this week. This game against the P...

(Photo by Rich Barnes/Getty Images)   Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick is considered by many to be the greatest coach in NFL history, which is well-deserved considering he led the franchise to six Super Bowls. Belichick has always been known for his stoic demeanor even during the highest of highs and lowest of lows during that two-decade run with the Pats, but Belichick recently shared which day was the most emotional he ever had at Gillette Stadium. When speaking with Ryan Clark and the rest of the panel on Inside The NFL on Friday, Belichick said linebacker Tedy Bruschi’s return to the field during Week 8 in 2005 after suffering a stroke was the most emotional moment for him, adding how there was a chill inside of the stadium during Bruschi’s first tackle as everyone was wondering if he’d be okay. "It was probably the most emotional day I ever had in Gillette Stadium." Belichick and the guys discuss two amazing returns from injury, Nick Chubb a...

(Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)   There is a developing story on Lombardi Avenue this week. Former New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh has been seen at Packers practice recently. He and Packers head coach Matt LaFleur have a very strong relationship going back to their Central Michigan days, and LaFleur clearly sees an opportunity for his good friend, who also happens to be one of the league’s best defensive minds, to help out the team. Fox Sports host Colin Cowherd has a theory for why LaFleur brought Saleh in as a consultant, and it doesn’t have to do with their history together. “Green Bay doesn’t do stuff like this…But LaFleur and Robert Saleh have a through line, Aaron Rodgers,” Cowherd said Thursday on The Herd. Matt LaFleur and the Packers bring in Robert Saleh to help at practice… "I don't want to hear they're just friends… They have a through line, Aaron Rodgers." — @ColinCowherd pic.twitter.com/oWtzD0A13Q — Herd w/Colin Cowherd (@TheHerd) October...

(Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)   With wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins reportedly on the move to the Kansas City Chiefs, other NFL teams still in the market for a receiver could now be looking elsewhere. One of those possible receiver-needy teams is the Pittsburgh Steelers. Now that there is a possibility of Cooper Kupp being traded by the Los Angeles Rams, Pittsburgh is the betting favorite to land the All-Pro. The Steelers are the favorites to trade for Kupp at -125, followed by the Los Angeles Chargers at +400. The Steelers are now the favorites to acquire Cooper Kupp if he’s traded Updated odds via @SportsBettingAG Steelers: -125 Chargers: +400 Buccaneers: +600 Lions: +700 Falcons: +1600 Commanders: +1800 Bills: +2000 Saints: +2000 H/T @SportsBettingAG https://t.co/FNEAfq0Jef pic.twitter.com/fUZ88JZMbv — The 33rd Team (@The33rdTeamFB) October 23, 2024 The Steelers were interested in trading for San Francisco 49ers star receiver Brandon Aiyuk before he ...

(Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)   Washington Commanders stud rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels (ribs) left Sunday’s win over the Carolina Panthers due to injury and did not return. On Wednesday morning, Commanders head coach Dan Quinn provided an update on the status of his franchise signal-caller. “He won’t practice today…He’ll continue to progress through today and tomorrow,” Quinn said in front of the D.C. media ahead of practice. Dan Quinn: Jayden Daniels will not practice today Says going through the week will be key so he can "be him… fully turnt up" Also says playing against Caleb Williams not giving Jayden extra motivation to play this weekend @JPFinlayNBCS @nbcwashington #RaiseHail pic.twitter.com/tAVoMDSSaS — NBC4 Sports (@NBC4Sports) October 23, 2024 The health of Daniels is paramount at this point seeing as he clearly appears to be a star in the making. He has guided the Commanders to first place in the NFC East with a 5-2 record. The form...

(Photo by Allen Kee/Getty Images)   Skip Bayless has found great success and fame as one of the most popular sports commentators in the world. But getting to this point and earning this hasn’t come without a lot of sacrifices. Speaking on the “Pat Bev Podcast”, via NBACentral, Bayless revealed what he told his wife about his personal life and career. “I told my wife you’re going to be second in my life to my work. It’s rare that I’m going to sacrifice and miss a LeBron game. I chose to dedicate my life to this,” Bayless said. “I told my wife you’re going to be second in my life to my work. It’s rare that I’m going to sacrifice and miss a LeBron game. I chose to dedicate my life to this.” – Skip Bayless (Via @PatBevPod ) pic.twitter.com/sCNon3wMUG — NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) October 22, 2024 That must have been a shocking thing for Bayless’ wife to hear but it made it abundantly clear that he had his sights set on being the top name in his game. Bayless has an o...

(Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)   The new NBA season kicks off on Tuesday night and fans across the world are paying close attention to many emerging storylines. Now more than ever before, there are a lot of questions and drama to keep track of. But speaking on “First Take” Tuesday morning, NBA insider Shams Charania said the biggest storyline he is watching relates to the Milwaukee Bucks. Charania said the team could be shaken up in a massive way if they don’t succeed in 2024-25. If things don’t go smoothly in Milwaukee, they could lose Giannis Antetokounmpo. . @ShamsCharania says he has his eyes on the Milwaukee Bucks as the NBA's biggest storyline on Opening Night pic.twitter.com/cikJI63axo — First Take (@FirstTake) October 22, 2024 Antetokounmpo has made comments suggesting he could leave the team if they didn’t return to the Finals very soon. Of course, Antetokounmpo said most of those things last year before the team acquired Damian Lillard. But the a...

(Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)   The New York Mets were eliminated from the 2024 playoffs was a Game 6 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Championship Series. Making the NLCS was the furthest the Mets have advanced in the postseason since going to the World Series in 2015. The Mets were unable to contain the Dodgers lineup as they gave up 46 runs in the series. However, New York star Francisco Lindor sent a powerful message following the exit from the postseason. “There’s something special going on here. It’s going to be one of those where 10, 15 years from now, guys are still going to talk to each other. I’m proud of that,” Lindor said, via SNY. "There's something special going on here. It's going to be one of those where, 10, 15 years from now, guys are still going to talk to each other. I'm proud of that." – Francisco Lindor pic.twitter.com/C8lXpDK9gl — SNY (@SNYtv) October 21, 2024 Lindor appears to be suggesting that the...

(Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)   There is no doubt that the Boston Celtics are the most feared and respected team in the NBA and the odds-on favorites to win the 2024-25 championship. But Al Horford recently made it clear that his team isn’t taking anything for granted. “We have to find our way again and start the process again,” Horford told Daniel Donabedian and the press, saying that all players had a “great” summer but will start over from scratch. Al Horford said the Celtics had a fun-filled summer, but that it’s time to get back to work for a championship: “We had a great summer … We have to find our way again and start the process again.” pic.twitter.com/EZXvreVVyf — Daniel Donabedian (@danield1214) October 21, 2024 The Celtics were easily the most dominant team in the NBA last season. They sat atop the Eastern Conference for months and had a relatively easy path to their first championship in years. That is why they are entering the new season with su...

(Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)   The NFL offseason didn’t go well for the New York Giants, with the storied franchise making some questionable moves, like letting superstar running back Saquon Barkley walk in NFL free agency and keeping Daniel Jones as their starting quarterback for the 2024 campaign. Although the Giants seem to have a superstar in the making with rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers, the team’s front office might’ve been wise to make a run at one of the many talented quarterbacks in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, with Jones clearly not the answer under center after Week 7’s matchup against the division-rival Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles dominated the Giants on Sunday, with New York getting outscored 28-3 before head coach Brian Daboll and his coaching staff decided to pull the plug and bench Jones in favor of Drew Lock via Bleacher Report. Daniel Jones has been BENCHED after falling 28-3 to the Eagles Drew Lock is in. pic.twitter.com/R2YGDItep...

(Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)   The preseason hasn’t been positive for the Philadelphia 76ers as they are already dealing with injuries to their two superstars, Joel Embiid and Paul George. Embiid was ruled out of preseason play as he recovers from a knee injury he suffered last season, a troubling sign for a star who can’t seem to stay healthy. George saw his preseason cut short when he injured his leg on a routine defensive play. It looked bad on film as his leg appeared to get stuck as he was trying to run, and he was diagnosed with a hyperextended left knee. George has an extensive injury history, so for him to get hurt before the start of the 2024-25 NBA season is concerning, to say the least. However, he recently gave a positive update and said he doesn’t expect to miss too much time. “I’m good,” George said, via “Podcast P.” “It was a normal play that I’ve made so many times of a guy dribbling across, I reach, poke the ball free, and I guess my leg just kin...

(Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)   With the 2024 NFL season nearing the halfway point, teams have begun to separate and establish themselves as true contenders for the Super Bowl. Entering the regular season, there was a lot of anticipation as the league rolled out a new set of rules that overhauled kickoffs and special teams. To prevent player injuries and encourage more kickoff returns, the NFL changed the rules to mimic those of the UFL. So far, there has been an uptick in special teams plays, but it hasn’t made the dramatic impact the league was hoping for. Every year, the league’s Competition Committee evaluates the current set of rules and considers proposals to change the game. This year, it sounds like the committee will be considering a major change in regard to the goalposts. “NFL executive Jeff Milner says the Competition Committee will look at possibly narrowing goalposts after the season. Nothing imminent. The committee considers many ideas, rule change...

(Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)   Dalton Knecht came to play on Thursday night. The Los Angeles Lakers rookie scored 35 points and 7 rebounds in LA’s preseason win over the Phoenix Suns, and he landed 20 consecutive points in the fourth quarter and overtime to help seal the deal. This was the biggest game of Knecht’s young career and it had a lot of Lakers fans talking on Friday morning. No. 17 pick Dalton Knecht ripped off 20 consecutive points in the 4th quarter and overtime to seal the @Lakers thrilling #NBAPreseason win! Anthony Davis: 35 PTS, 10 REB, 4 AST, 4 3PM Austin Reaves: 18 PTS, 8 REB pic.twitter.com/4bmEsiXk8v — NBA (@NBA) October 18, 2024 Many people said that he looked like a professional already and they are hoping that he keeps it up during his rookie year. Plenty of Lakers fans are thinking he could have a huge impact on LA in 2024-25 and think he might even be in the running for Rookie of the Year. Dalton was fire today . Shots looked smo...

(Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images)   The Oklahoma City Thunder made some impressive, exciting moves in the summer but, sadly, they will be starting the new season without one of their biggest new recruits. Shams Charania is reporting that Isaiah Hartenstein has suffered a “small, non-displaced fracture in his left hand in Tuesday’s preseason game.” Hartenstein will be re-evaluated in five to six weeks, which means the Thunder will have to kick off 2024-25 without their new big man. Thunder say Isaiah Hartenstein suffered a small, non-displaced fracture in his left hand in Tuesday’s preseason game in Denver and will be re-evaluated in five-to-six weeks. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) October 17, 2024 The Thunder signed Hartenstein in July and gave him a three-year, $87 million deal. They intended to have Hartenstein be their starting big man in the new season and many fans believe he will fill a big hole they had in the frontcourt. The Thunder were great at man...

(Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)   The Pittsburgh Steelers appear to be switching to veteran quarterback Russell Wilson as their starter heading into the Week 7 matchup against the New York Jets on “Sunday Night Football.” Justin Fields, who has guided the Steelers to a 4-2 record through the first six games, recently gave his assessment of being replaced by Wilson. “I don’t think I played good enough if I’m being real with you,” Fields said, via Mike DeFabo of The Athletic. “If I’m being real with myself, if I did play well enough, I don’t think there would be any sort of (question) who should be playing who should not.” Justin Fields very candid today: “I don’t think I played good enough if I’m being real with you. “If I’m being real with myself, if I did play well enough, I don’t think there would be any sort of (question) who should be playing who should not.” pic.twitter.com/8eW7hH75f6 — Mike DeFabo (@MikeDeFabo) October 17, 2024 Whether Fields is the starter ...

(Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)   The Indianapolis Colts got back to .500 last week after beating the Tennessee Titans on the road 20-17. Now at a record of 3-3, Indy is on the border of contention and continues to address the roster. According to the team’s  official site , the Colts just recently signed veteran running back Salvon Ahmed to the practice squad and released kicker Spencer Shrader from the practice squad. We have signed RB Salvon Ahmed to the practice squad and released K Spencer Shrader from the practice squad. — Indianapolis Colts (@Colts) October 16, 2024 Ahmed is the big name in this situation. The former Miami Dolphin made his name as a role player at the beginning of his young career down in Florida for four years. His best NFL season came in 2020 when he recorded 319 rushing yards and three touchdowns in just six games played. The former Washington Husky has also spent time on the practice squads of the San Francisco 49ers and the Denve...

(Photo by Ethan Mito/Clarkson Creative/Getty Images)   The NBA has changed a lot over the years but one thing has remained consistent: big men always do well in the league. Right now there are many great centers in the NBA, but who is the best of the best? Former NBA star DeMarcus Cousins shared his opinion with “Run It Back” about the league’s greatest centers, via NBACentral. According to him Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs is the fifth-best center, followed by Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers and Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat. The second-best center is Nikola Jokic of the Denver Nuggets, according to Cousins, and Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers is the best. Demarcus Cousins’ top 5 centers in the NBA: 1. Joel Embiid 2. Nikola Jokic 3. Bam Adebayo 4. Anthony Davis 5. Victor Wembanyama (Via @RunItBackFDTV ) pic.twitter.com/7Zwfmp6Wbn — NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) October 15, 2024 This is a list that most people will agree with. Each of...