Author: Mikesportz
March 11 may have been the first day to negotiation with unrestricted free agents. But the Detroit Lions used the trade route to improve their roster with veteran cornerback Carlton Davis. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported that the Lions acquired Davis from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported the Lions will also receive a 2024 sixth-round pick and 2025 sixth-rounder in exchange for a 2024 third-round choice. Lions Trade Third-Round Pick for CB Carlton Davis Detroit entered NFL free agency with an obvious need at cornerback. The Lions were 27th in passing yards allowed per game…
The 22-year-old winger is back with the Maple Leafs, recalled on Monday from the Toronto Marlies, nine days after he was loaned to the Leafs’ American Hockey League affiliate. Robertson is waivers exempt, but he’s not thrilled with the circumstances while acknowledging the situation he is in. In 41 games with the Leafs, Robertson has 19 points (eight goals and 11 assists). In 14 games before he was demoted, he had one goal and five assists. “I understand it, but I’m not going to sit here and say I’m happy,” Robertson said. “I want to play, but…
Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker has been upgraded on the latest injury report for tomorrow’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Booker is now probable with a right ankle sprain that sidelined him the past four games. Additionally, Eric Gordon has been added as out with a left knee contusion he suffered during last night’s 117-107 loss to the Celtics, coach Frank Vogel said after the game. Josh Okogie (lower abdominal strain) and Nassir Little (left knee inflammation) remain out. This will be Okogie’s fifth straight game missed and seventh for Little. Damion Lee, who has missed the entire…
The Steelers drafted Rudolph in the third round of the 2018 NFL draft. The team actually traded up to get Rudolph. He was the team’s No. 3 quarterback his rookie season. From 2019 to 2023, Rudolph found himself all over the depth chart. He started 13 games in five seasons and went 8-4-1 as a starter. Rudolph was always a consummate professional, biding his time, never speaking ill of the team or his teammates and when called upon, he produced. Last season, Rudolph ended up being the best quarterback on the roster once he took over for an ineffective…
After the news surfaced that the Denver Broncos would be parting ways with one-time Super Bowl champion quarterback Russell Wilson, a few suitors were expected to show interest in the veteran once he became a free agent. One team that seemed to be more interested than the other suitors was the Pittsburgh Steelers, with the storied franchise having the desire to win now rather than continue a shaky situation with Kenny Pickett at quarterback. Although the rumors were swirling about the Steelers’ interest in Wilson, it was uncertain whether there was any merit to the speculation, with talk of…
Tennessee Volunteers guard Zakai Zeigler has been crowned SEC Defensive Player of the Year. Tennessee has had a player win a big-time award inside of the SEC. Tennessee star basketball guard Zakai Zeigler was named SEC Defensive Player of the Year on Monday. The junior was on pace to win this award last season; however, an injury was a big setback to his national award case. He didn’t take a step back despite having the ACL tear late in the season, which sidelined him for the rest of the year. He made a full comeback and has been electric…
The Houston Astros may not have a highly-regarded farm system but they have stars aplenty at the Major League level, according to ESPN. The site recently ranked the Top 100 players in Major League Baseball and the Astros had eight players selected, rankings from outfielder/DH Yordan Alvarez at No. 8 to shortstop Jeremy Pena at No. 88. That collection of talent is a big reason why the Astros have been one of the dominant teams in baseball since 2017. In the past seven seasons the Astros have reached at least the American League Championship Series every season, which…
Steelers Coach Mike Tomlin received the 2024 Professional Coach of the Year from the National Coalition of Minority Football Coaches (NCMFC). The award is to honor a minority coach who has excelled on the field and had an exemplary season, or a coach who has used his position to advance diversity in the professional ranks. The honoree has to demonstrate integrity, character and excellence both on and off the field. The NCMFC was founded by University of Maryland Coach Michael Locksley in 2020 to promote equity. “It’s an honor to be recognized by the coalition,” said Tomlin.…
Dodge County High School linebacker Darrell Johnson is one of the most coveted defenders in the 2025 cycle. He ranks as the No. 28 prospect in the country according to the 247Sports’ Composite Rankings and has been high on the Vols over the past few months. The linebacker is currently Crystal Balled to Florida State as of November 28th, 2023, by Florida State insider Zach Blostein from Noles247. It will be interesting to see how much Tennessee can play a factor in the recruitment of Johnson following linebackers coach Brian Jean-Mary leaving for the Michigan job. Spring ball is quickly…
The Penguins hosted the Edmonton Oilers at the PPG Paints Arena on Sunday, March 10th in hopes of ending their two-game losing streak. Pittsburgh took a tough 6-0 loss against the Washington Capitals following a relieving 5-3 victory when they played the Columbus Blue Jackets. They took another loss after the Capitals against the Boston Bruins on Saturday before getting shut out 4-0 by the Oilers. Calvin Pickard made 41 saves for Edmonton, and Connor McDavid had a goal and recorded two assists. Nugent-Hopkins – McDavid – Hyman McLeod – Draisaitl – Foegele Kane – Henrique – Brown Janmark –…