Author: Mikesportz
Since 2008, the Alabama football program has finished inside the final AP Top 25 Poll each season. Coincidentally, Alabama has become the pinnacle of top-end professional talent during that span. Although the Crimson Tide failed to win double-digit games in 2024 for the first time in 17 seasons, NFL franchises did not shy away from the pedigree associated with the program. On Thursday, during night one of the 2025 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys selected Alabama guard Tyler Booker with the 12th overall pick. With the 31st pick, the Philadelphia Eagles traded up for former Crimson Tide superstar linebacker Jihaad…
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – The 2025 Baylor Football schedule has been released! Baylor Athletics says the Bears will play seven home games, and is one of just two schools in the nation to play 11 power-4 conference opponents as part of its 12-game regular-season. The schedule was released by the Big 12 Conference on Tuesday morning. The Bears are fresh off an eight-win season which culminated in a trip to the Kinder’s Texas Bowl. They will face off with seven opponents at McLane Stadium as part of the 2025 schedule. The Bears will have a pair of idle weeks,…
The Atlanta Falcons selected Tennessee Volunteer EDGE James Pearce during the 2025 NFL draft. The first round of the 2025 NFL draft kicked off at 8 PM ET on Thursday in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Tennessee Volunteers have a handful of prospects that are waiting to hear their name called and the first player just came off the board. The Atlanta Falcons have selected EDGE James Pearce in the first round of the draft. Pearce was a star player for the Volunteers on defense. He surged onto the college football scene during the 2023 season. During that season, he accumulated…
TIME100: Simone Biles Reveals Mistake Jonathan Owens Made on Their Wedding Day Simone Biles exclusively told E! News at the TIME100 Gala on April 24 that her husband Jonathan Owens—who she married in 2023—made a mistake with his tux choice on their Simone Biles’ husband didn’t totally stick the landing on their big day. The Olympic gold medalist shared that Jonathan Owens—who she married in 2023—made one error in judgement on the day of their wedding. “For the wedding day, he actually didn’t show me his tux or his groomsmen,” Simone exclusively told E! News while walking the red…
Kenyan middle-distance star Faith Kipyegon is set to attempt breaking the four-minute barrier in the mile, a feat never before achieved by a woman. This historic endeavor is scheduled for June 26 at Stade Charléty in Paris, under Nike’s “Breaking 4” project. Kipyegon, the reigning Olympic and world champion in the 1500m, currently holds a personal best of 4:07 in the mile. Her attempt has garnered admiration from fellow athletes, including American 400m hurdles champion Dalilah Muhammad, who expressed awe at Kipyegon’s ambition and highlighted its significance for women in sports. The sub-four-minute mile has long been a benchmark in…
Irish sprint sensation Rhasidat Adeleke captured the gold medal in the women’s 200 meters at the 2025 European Athletics Championships in Rome, clocking a personal best of 21.83 seconds. The 22-year-old star delivered a blistering performance, pulling away from a strong field in the final 50 meters and crossing the line with a new Irish national record. Adeleke’s performance not only earned her the top podium spot but also confirmed her status as one of the brightest sprint talents in Europe. This win adds to Adeleke’s growing list of accolades and marks her as a legitimate contender heading into the…
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone once again shattered expectations—and her own world record—by clocking an astonishing 50.50 seconds in the 400m hurdles at the Diamond League meet in Doha. The performance stunned the track and field world, with fans and competitors left in awe as she lowered her own mark by 0.17 seconds. With this historic run, McLaughlin-Levrone not only cemented her dominance in the event but also pushed the boundaries of what’s considered physically possible in women’s hurdling. Her technique was flawless, maintaining impeccable rhythm and stride length throughout the race. Perhaps most impressive was her ability to accelerate coming off the…
Novak Djokovic has once again asserted his dominance on the clay court, advancing to the semifinals of the 2025 French Open after dispatching his quarterfinal opponent in straight sets. Djokovic, now 37, continues to redefine longevity in tennis, maintaining impeccable form, focus, and mental toughness. His latest win came against rising star Holger Rune, with Djokovic breaking serve five times en route to a convincing 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 victory at Roland Garros. This marks Djokovic’s 13th career semifinal appearance at the French Open, placing him one step closer to a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title. Analysts have praised his strategic…
Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry delivered a vintage performance, scoring 40 points in a crucial 115-110 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Curry hit eight three-pointers, many of them from well beyond the arc, igniting the Chase Center crowd and swinging momentum at critical junctures of the game. His clutch shooting in the final minutes—particularly a fadeaway triple over Anthony Davis—sealed the Warriors’ win and kept their playoff hopes alive. This performance comes at a pivotal moment in the season, as Golden State fights for seeding in the competitive Western Conference. At age 37, Curry continues to defy expectations,…
Indiana Hoosiers running back Jaylin Lucas has been named to the Preseason All-Big Ten Team, a testament to his explosive playmaking abilities and consistent performance. Lucas’s speed and agility make him a constant threat on the field, capable of turning routine plays into significant gains. His versatility allows him to contribute not only in the running game but also as a receiver and return specialist. Coaches have highlighted his work ethic and dedication to improvement, noting his notable development in route running and vision on the field. Lucas was instrumental in several key moments last season, including a game-winning punt…