Author: Mikesportz
DETROIT — Romeo Okwara delivered some breaking news of his own on Tuesday night. The veteran Detroit Lions defensive end used his Instagram account to announce that he’s retiring from the NFL after eight seasons. “After some introspection and meditation I have decided to step away from the NFL,” Okwara wrote on the social media platform. “The game of football has been the largest part of my life for the greater of 18 years, 8 of which I have been fortunate enough to play at the professional level,” he added. “4 of those with my brother. The…
The New York Giants hold the No. 6 pick in the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft and are likely to target a prospect on the offensive side of the ball with their first-round pick. But in Round 2, the Giants could use the No. 47 overall pick in the draft to address a major need on the defensive side of the ball. Georgia CB Kamari Lassiter could be the pick at No. 47. The Bulldog cover man should be on the board at pick 47 and would immediately plugin as the Giants’ starting boundary cornerback opposite Deonte Banks. Giants could…
With the 2024 NFL Combine now a distant memory and college football pro days around the corner, we have reached the free agency and trade period of draft season. The draft order has changed, and franchise needs are becoming more clear as teams move up, move back and add players to their rosters. This Mock Draft 3.0 required multiple edits as trades and free-agent signings were announced the past couple weeks and through the weekend. The Minnesota Vikings traded up to get the No. 23 pick to complement their No. 11 selection. Could the Vikings make another move up…
Ryan Poles said from the beginning that he would do right by Justin Fields, and with his trade to the Pittsburgh Steelers, he has done just that. In what many seemed to accept long ago, Fields’ time with the Chicago Bears was coming to an end. With last week’s trade to the the Steel City for a conditional 6th round pick that could turn into a 4th, Poles honored his word and sent the former Bears quarterback to one of the best organizations with one of the best scenarios possible. Ryan Poles relationship with Justin Fields Throughout their time together…
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is about to feel the weight of the enormous five-year, $260 million deal he signed in the previous offseason. The weight could come from a 260-pound defensive lineman in the Ravens’ backfield next season after Baltimore could not retain another starting offensive lineman. The Ravens traded OT Morgan Moses to the New York Jets last week. The Jets signed former Ravens OG John Simpson in free agency last week. The Jets made those moves because they needed to replace three starters up front for the 2024 season. (They added the third when they signed Tyron Smith on Friday…
According to reports, former Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman Kevin Zeitler is headed to the NFC North on a one-year contract, joining the Detroit Lions. Zeitler, 34, now enters Year 13 of his well-established career as an offensive guard. In such time, he’s been among the better guards in the NFL, and in 2021 the Ravens managed to land him after the New York Giants just… let him go? Immediately, Zeitler delivered for Baltimore, allowing only one sack and 16 hurries in 17 games. He followed up the next two seasons with similar numbers and in all, was a boon for Baltimore’s protection unit. But after…
The Boston Celtics topped the Detroit Pistons 119-94 behind Derrick White’s first career triple-double. White notched 22 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists in the Celtics’ win, and reaction is pouring in. Not only from fans, but from his Celtics teammates: Celtics fans were also thrilled with White’s big night. The Right Guy – “Bald Derrick is better than severely receding hairline Derrick” Dave – “Celtics are too good this year” Fatboi – “The man has been ballin his ass off this season, since M.Smart left.. D.White is a Baller, No Debate.” Nima – “Tatum’s 4th…
With another NFL offseason underway, speculation about Bills star wide receiver Stefon Diggs’ future in Buffalo continues to swirl. This past weekend, the four-time Pro Bowler once again published a series of cryptic posts on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, which has re-ignited trade rumors. Although it’s impossible to predict what will come of Diggs’ latest posts, it would be understandable if Buffalo traded him this offseason. The Bills have made several cuts and contract restructures to alleviate their disastrous salary cap situation. Additionally, Diggs’ production plummeted in the second half of 2023, as he…
The Milwaukee Bucks did not have the services of superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo available on Sunday against the Phoenix Suns. This only meant that the rest of the squad had to step up to try and fill part of the void the former back-to-back MVP left amid his injury absence. To say that the Bucks responded magnificently would be an understatement. This resulted in an impressive victory over a star-studded Suns side, 140-129. Bobby Portis Comes Up Big for Milwaukee Bucks One of the stars of the show on Sunday was veteran big man Bobby Portis, who came up with 31 points off the bench to…
The Edmonton Oilers have signed Canadian university goalie Connor Ungar to a two-year, entry-level contract. Ungar posted a 20-6-0 record, a 2.15 goals-against average and a .932 save percentage in his rookie season at Brock University. The 22-year-old from Calgary was named the OUA’s goaltender and rookie of the year. Ungar will report to Edmonton’s American Hockey League affiliate in Bakersfield, Calif., the Oilers said Monday in a statement. Ungar played 87 games over five Western Hockey League seasons for Brandon, Red Deer and Moose Jaw for a career 53-20-2 record, a 2.57 GAA and a .917 save percentage. ROUNDUP…