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Nasim Nunez belts first two homers as Nationals sweep Marlins
Nasim Nunez went 3-for-4 with four RBIs and his first two major league home runs, helping the Washington Nationals sweep the visiting Miami Marlins with a 10-5 win on Wednesday.,Nunez, who hit a solo shot in the second, connected for a two-run homer in the eighth to make it 10-5 for Washington.,Star...
Bengals looking for fast 2025 start at Browns
The Cincinnati Bengals have spent an entire offseason talking about getting off to a fast start. This Sunday in Cleveland against the Browns, they finally get to put up or shut up.,The Bengals enter the season after a 9-8 campaign in 2024, while the Browns are in full rebuild mode after a 3-14 seaso...
Joe Flacco Comeback Player of the Year Case: Why the Browns QB Could Shock the NFL
NFL Comeback Player of the Year 2025 features stars like Dak Prescott, Aidan Hutchinson, and Nick Chubb. But could Joe Flacco steal the award again?...
2025 NFL Betting Guide: Best Futures Picks Before Week 1 Kickoff
Looking for the best NFL futures bets for 2025? From Joe Burrow’s passing totals to the Ravens’ Super Bowl chances, here are five wagers worth considering....
Thursday Night Football NFL Week 1 Betting Preview: Eagles vs. Cowboys Prediction
Philadelphia Eagles vs. Dallas Cowboys betting preview: Why Philadelphia's offense is the critical factor of the 28.5 team total in NFL Week 1 opener....
Texans open season against Rams with goal of protecting C.J. Stroud
A significant portion of the regression Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud experienced during his second NFL season was undoubtedly linked to an offensive line that underperformed.,The Texans addressed those concerns up front this offseason, revamping their line to the extent that only right tackle Tytu...
Micah Parsons aiming to play in Packers' opener vs. Lions
The status of Green Bay's recently acquired star edge rusher Micah Parsons adds an additional level of excitement and uncertainty to the highly anticipated NFC North opening matchup Sunday between the Packers and the visiting Detroit Lions, the defending division champions.,Parsons, acquired last we...
Falcons out to gain early division edge on Buccaneers
A year after the Tampa Bay Buccaneers rallied to steal the NFC South crown from the Falcons, the longtime division rivals will open their seasons against one another on Sunday in Atlanta.,Tampa Bay tied a division record with its fourth consecutive NFC South title last season, overcoming a three-gam...
Out to rebound, Dolphins and Colts clash in '25 opener
The Miami Dolphins and Indianapolis Colts are coming off disappointing 8-9 seasons and looking for a path back to the playoffs in 2025.,Their respective journeys begin when they meet Sunday afternoon in Indianapolis.,The Dolphins, who missed the playoffs after reaching the AFC wild card round the pr...
Cincinnati looks to rebound against Bowling Green
It's an interstate matchup Saturday when the Cincinnati Bearcats host the Bowling Green Falcons.,The Bearcats are aiming to bounce back from a 20-17 season-opening loss to Nebraska on Thursday night, a game held at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo.,Cincinnati's passing attack was limited through...
Ravens roll into Buffalo, where made-over defenses draw MVPs Week 1
Lamar Jackson and Josh Allen are comfortable toting the NFL Most Valuable Player award, and more determined than ever to claim another coveted piece of hardware.,"Anytime Lamar is on the team, you know you have a chance to hoist the Lombardi," Ravens linebacker Roquan Smith said on Wednesday as Balt...
Nasim Nunez belts first two MLB homers as Nationals sweep Marlins
Nasim Nunez went 3-for-4 with four RBIs, including his first two major league home runs, to help the Washington Nationals sweep the visiting Miami Marlins with a 10-5 win on Wednesday.,Nunez, who hit a solo shot in the second, connected for a two-run homer in the eighth to make it 10-5 for Washingto...
Red Sox, without injured OF Roman Anthony, try to sweep Guardians
The Boston Red Sox will be without standout rookie outfielder Roman Anthony on Wednesday night when they conclude a three-game series against the visiting Cleveland Guardians.,Anthony grabbed his back after he struck out in the fourth inning of Boston's 11-7 triumph over Cleveland (68-69) on Tuesday...
Titans sign LB Kyzir White, a former starter for Cardinals, to practice squad
The Tennessee Titans signed veteran linebacker Kyzir White, a starter for the Arizona Cardinals last season, to the practice squad on Wednesday.,In a corresponding move, the Titans released defensive lineman Isaiah Raikes, 24, from their practice squad.,White, 29, started all 17 games for the Cardin...
Report: Ravens TE Isaiah Likely (foot) expected out vs. Bills
Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely is expected to miss the season-opening game at the Buffalo Bills on Sunday night as he recovers from a broken bone in his foot, NFL Network reported on Wednesday.,Likely was injured on July 29, underwent surgery and did not practice for the rest of training c...
Packers LB Micah Parsons preparing to play Week 1
A previously scheduled padded practice Wednesday becomes a getting-to-know-you moment and test of health for Green Bay Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons. ,Head coach Matt LaFleur said Parsons plans to test his ailing back in preparation for taking the field Sunday when the regular season begins in G...
Mavericks' P.J. Washington agrees to 4-year, $90M extension
Dallas Mavericks power forward P.J. Washington agreed to a four-year, $90 million contract extension.,ESPN reported Wednesday that Washington's representation, LIFT Sports Management, confirmed the deal.,Washington's extension spans through the 2029-30 season. He will pocket $14.1 million in 2025-26...
NFC North Primer: Packers push Lions, Bears looming
Ben Johnson jumped from his gig as the offensive coordinator of the Detroit Lions to become head coach of the Chicago Bears in a move that could create a seismic shift in the NFC North.,But that leap is bound to take some time as the Bears celebrate 40 years since the Super Bowl Shuffle.,The Bears a...
College Football Friday Best Bets: James Madison vs. Louisville, NIU vs. Maryland Picks
College football best bets for September 6th include James Madison's spread vs. Louisville and Maryland to handle NIU. Picks, odds and analysis for Friday's CFB slate....
Chiefs Dynasty Isn’t Over: Why Kansas City Remains Super Bowl Favorite
Despite a lopsided Super Bowl loss, Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs remain NFL’s top contender heading into 2025....