Redick says he has received backlash for calling out racism as he sees it. But don’t expect the 14-year NBA veteran to shy away from the criticism. “Nobody likes to be called a racist,” Redick said. “Nobody likes to be accused of thinking like a racist. I get why people would be sensitive to that. But there is always pushback. Anytime I saw something about Trump, there was … [Read more...] about
In hopes of righting the ship for Ball, head coach Alvin Gentry had a private conversation with his starting point guard prior to the team’s game on Monday against the Grizzlies. ESPN’s Doris Burke revealed the meeting between coach and point guard after Ball opened Monday’s game with a three-pointer. “(Ball) had a bit of a struggle since arriving down here at Disney, so it’s … [Read more...] about
In hopes of righting the ship for Ball, head coach Alvin Gentry had a private conversation with his starting point guard prior to the team’s game on Monday against the Grizzlies. ESPN’s Doris Burke revealed the meeting between coach and point guard after Ball opened Monday’s game with a three-pointer. “(Ball) had a bit of a struggle since arriving down here at Disney, so it’s … [Read more...] about
New Orleans Saints Rookie WR Michael Thomas Catches On Early
The transition of playing wide receiver in college to the NFL is a tedious task to master. For some, it takes years to become productive at the position, but in rare cases, recent guys like Odell Beckham Jr. and Mike Evans become instant success stories. New Orleans Saints rookie wide receiver Michael Thomas is looking to join the lineage of immediate successes at wide … [Read more...] about New Orleans Saints Rookie WR Michael Thomas Catches On Early
NFC South: The Optimist’s & Pessimist’s Guide
By Kyle Madson & Ronnie Hampston At the top of each NFL season, some fans are brimming with confidence. Other fans are brimming with… the opposite of confidence. While nobody is certain about which teams will be good and which ones won’t Ron Hampston and Kyle Madson provide the overly optimistic and overly pessimistic preview for each team. OPTIMIST’S GUIDE TO THE NFC … [Read more...] about NFC South: The Optimist’s & Pessimist’s Guide
The NFC South Is The New Division For Drama In The NFL
The NFL season is finally here, with the kickoff game between the Super Bowl champion New England Patriots and Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday night followed by a full slate of games on Sunday and Monday. Looking at the NFL landscape entering the season, one division stands out as particularly intriguing: the NFC South. Everything in the South starts with the Atlanta Falcons. … [Read more...] about The NFC South Is The New Division For Drama In The NFL
The NFL Is Exporting Some Of The Lowest-Grade Product To London Imaginable
As one betting on the NFL in the UK once said, “We send our absolute worst to the United Kingdom when all they want is the bare minimum.” Sunday, the Miami Dolphins crossed the pond for the fourth time since this international series was established in 2007. If you needed a reference point as to how “inspired” the Fins were on Sunday, check out Jay Cutler slouching as much as … [Read more...] about The NFL Is Exporting Some Of The Lowest-Grade Product To London Imaginable
NFL Mid-Season Contenders and Pretenders
By Rich Manfredi – @PhillyOwl We’re more than halfway into an NFL season that has been defined by injuries to both face-of-the-franchise studs (Aaron Rodgers, J.J. Watt, Odell Beckham Jr.) and crucial role players (Julian Edelman, Dalvin Cook). What these injuries have wrought is a year where the Lombardi Trophy is completely up for grabs. Sixteen teams (for the mathematically … [Read more...] about NFL Mid-Season Contenders and Pretenders
Breaking Down Wild Card Weekend In The NFL
By Rich Manfredi – @PhillyOwl It’s January, and the NFL Playoffs are finally here. The pretenders have been swept aside. The juggernauts are sitting at home on a bye, using their extra week off to rest up for the big dance. So without further ado, let’s dive into all four of this weekends games… JAGUARS over BILLS Just as the Football Gods offered the Bills two steps forward, … [Read more...] about Breaking Down Wild Card Weekend In The NFL