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Titans Shift to Seller Mode Ahead of Trade Deadline
Looking back, I realize shipping Roger McCreary to the Rams made sense. The cornerback was set to hit free agency, and the Titans needed to start shaping their roster for the future. That trade was the first domino in what could be a broader strategic reset for Tennessee. With a (1-7) record and inconsistency on
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Cedric Coward Shines in a Generational Rookie Class
The 2026 NBA Rookie of the Year race is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in league history. With names like VJ Edgecombe, Tre Johnson, and Cooper Flagg headlining the conversation, few expected Cedric Coward to emerge as one of the most efficient and dynamic young players on the floor. Yet, through
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WNBA and Players Union Face Tight Deadline in CBA Negotiations
WNBA and Players Union Face Tight Deadline in CBA Negotiations Extension Proposal Amid Rising Tensions With the October 31 deadline fast approaching, the WNBA has proposed a 30-day extension to the Women’s National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) to continue negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement, multiple sources confirmed to Front Office Sports. The proposal follows
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Versatile. Fearless. Elite. Breely Peirpoint Is Built Different.
For Henry County High School senior Breely Peirpoint, excellence is more than a goal; it’s a way of life. The 2026 graduate is a standout in basketball and softball, embodying what it means to be a true student-athlete through her work ethic, versatility, and leadership. A Dual-Sport Leader Representing Henry County in varsity basketball and
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Can the Government Really Regulate College Coaching Salaries?
The Rise of Overspending in College Athletics College football has officially entered a new era of financial excess. Multi-million-dollar contracts and record-breaking buyouts have become the norm rather than the exception. LSU’s parting with Brian Kelly will reportedly cost the school more than $53 million, while Penn State owes James Franklin $48.6 million. Combined with
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Coree Wells Finds A Home With The Martin Westview
Coree Wells Is A Perfect Fit for the Chargers When Coree Wells arrived at Westview High School, he wasted no time making an impression. The Class of 2027 standout quickly earned the respect of his teammates and coaches with his work ethic, toughness, and unselfish attitude. At 6’1″ and 210 pounds, Wells has become a
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Why College Football Needs a Players’ Union
The New Price of Power When Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt said on his podcast that LSU could offer its next head coach $15 million per year, the college football world paused, but only for a moment. In today’s market, such a figure barely registers as shocking. According to Klatt, LSU’s wish list includes Nick
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Christopher “CD” Damron Jr. Is The Ultimate Utility Knife for Westview
Christopher “CD” Damron Jr. Is The Ultimate Utility Knife for Westview When you talk about athletes who do it all, few fit the mold better than Christopher Damron Jr., a senior at Westview High School in Martin, Tennessee. Standing at 5’10” and weighing 175 pounds, Damron has become one of the most dynamic playmakers in
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Breaking Down the Memphis Grizzlies’ 2026 NBA Draft Pick Scenarios
The 2026 NBA Draft picture for the Memphis Grizzlies is filled with moving parts, as their selection depends on a complicated series of protections, swaps, and conditions involving the Washington Wizards, Phoenix Suns, Orlando Magic, and Charlotte Hornets. A flowchart recently shared by Fastbreak Breakfast provides a helpful visual, but the situation can be explained
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NIL and Gambling: Fairness or a path to destruction?
NIL and Gambling: Fairness or a path to destruction? By: Chris Richmond If you’re reading this, you’re probably interested in NIL, gambling, or maybe both. As many of us know, there’s a significant rule change coming in college athletics. What was once seen as irresponsible or flat-out wrong is now becoming legal: student-athletes will soon