Author: Mikesportz
The Pittsburgh Steelers could spend a whole lot of money on Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson next season. Over the past couple of weeks, the Steelers’ QB situation has developed into one of the NFL’s most interesting stories. After months of disappointing play at the position, Mason Rudolph got a chance to start for the first time since the middle of the 2021 season. He has made the most of the opportunity. He has led the Steelers to two consecutive wins, keeping their playoff hopes alive and earning himself the chance to continue to start despite the return of Kenny Pickett.…
PITTSBURGH — Former Pittsburgh Steelers wideout Martavis Bryant is yet again a free agent, as another NFL team has released him from their roster. The Dallas Cowboys are the latest team to move on from the former Steelers wide receiver, cutting Bryant this week ahead of their regular season finale against the Washington Commanders, according to a report from The 33rd Team’s Ari Meirov. Bryant didn’t appear in a game for the Cowboys after they signed him to their practice squad roster in November following his reinstatement to the NFL, who suspended him for violating the league’s substance abuse…
We all heard the chants from the fans. We also heard the Chicago Bears players in the locker room after their victory over the Atlanta Falcons at Soldier Field on Sunday. Everyone in a Bears jersey on Sunday — whether they were on the field or in the stands — loved what Justin Fields authored in what could be his last home game: a 300-total-yard effort with two touchdowns, some excellent throws from the pocket and yet another escape act seemingly only he can pull off. It’s the kind of performance (against a good defense, mind you) and…
James Harden and the LA Clippers were the recipients of a lot of criticism after their 0-5 start that followed the big trade. Having turned things around since then, going 18-5 since their 0-5 start to the Harden era, the Clippers look every bit of the dominant team they expected to be. Speaking with reporters after Wednesday night’s win over the Phoenix Suns, Harden called out the critics from LA’s rough start following the trade, saying, “Obviously it didn’t start off well. It gave people so much to talk about in a negative way. And now those people that was…
The Cowboys are bringing back linebacker Damien Wilson, the team announced. He has agreed to spot on Dallas’ practice squad. The Cowboys also agreed to terms with receiver Racey McMath and running back SaRodorick Thompson for practice squad spots. Offensive lineman La’el Collins could re-join the Cowboys on their practice report, but despite reports that a deal was done, Collins continues to weigh offers. Wilson entered the NFL as fourth-round pick of the Cowboys in 2015, and he spent his first four seasons in Dallas before two seasons in Kansas City, one in Jacksonville and one in…
Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam works against Memphis Grizzlies forward Xavier Tillman during the first half of an NBA basketball game Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024, in Memphis, Tenn. PHOTO BY BRANDON DILL /The Associated Press The trade bump experienced by the Raptors carried over into the Home of the Blues, where the hometown Memphis Grizzlies were left singing the blues. Everyone knew the Raptors needed a jolt when they returned home last weekend following a loss to the host Detroit Pistons, a team flirting with NBA futility. In the first game for the newest Raptors in RJ Barrett and Immanuel…
There is no question the Steelers will try to re-sign Rudolph after the season,” Dulac wrote in an online chat on January 3. “I’m guessing they will simply give him Trubisky’s contract, which is about $11.5 million over two years.” Rudolph is set to be a free agent this offseason while Mitch Trubisky has two years remaining on his contract. Steelers Projected to Re-Sign Mason Rudolph as Backup to Kenny Pickett The Steelers surprised media pundits and fans by bringing back Rudolph and signing Trubisky to a contract extension last offseason. But this offseason, Dulac projected Pittsburgh’s preferred plan…
The Los Angeles Rams are in the playoffs. That means their Week 18 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers does not have as much weight as it would if this were a “win and get in situation”. Sean McVay expresses that his team will take the type of approach that will allow them to rest certain guys, but he still expects an excellent week of preperation with the team’s focus being about getting ready for the wild card round. The five resting players I notice McVay name were Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp, Kyren Williams, Aaron Donald and Ernest Jones. Other…
Both of those wins came against AFC West opponents in the Los Angeles Chargers at home and on the road against the Kansas City Chiefs. That win against the reigning AFC West champion further boosted the morale in the locker and momentum among the players to see Pierce get the permanent job when the season ends. At 7-9, the Raiders aren’t in contention for the postseason, but Adams’ point is the franchise has someone in-house the players are completely behind. The former New York Giants linebacker brought a championship pedigree with him as a Super Bowl XLII champion before…
The Oklahoma City Thunder secured another impressive victory, this time against the NBA-leading Boston Celtics, with a 127-123 win on Tuesday night. This triumph marks their fifth consecutive win and adds to their impressive run of eight wins in the last nine games. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 36 points, crucial in overcoming a strong Celtics team. The Thunder’s recent performances have been noteworthy, with victories against top teams, including the defending champion Denver Nuggets, ending the Los Angeles Clippers’ nine-game winning streak, and overcoming the Western Conference leader Minnesota Timberwolves. The game against the Celtics proved to…