Author: Tara McCarthy

News May 21, 2026

Flag Football Takes a Massive Step Toward Official NCAA Championship Status

The NCAA moved flag football one giant stride closer to official championship status Tuesday when its Committee on...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 21, 2026

2026 NFL Draft Prospect Rankings: Mendoza and Ohio State Stars Lead the Final Big Board

The clock is ticking. With three weeks until the 2026 NFL Draft begins, the scouting cycle is officially...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 21, 2026

2026 NFL Draft Sleepers: The Hidden Stars Ready to Crash the First Round

The 2026 NFL Draft is just days away, and while the elite names at the top of the...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 18, 2026

2026 NFL Draft Rumors: Giants Standoff, Jets’ Dilemma, and First-Round Shockers

General managers are not sleeping right now. They are staring at whiteboards until 3 a.m., trying to separate...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 18, 2026

The Call That Still Burns: Why Dez Bryant’s “No Catch” Still Haunts the NFL in 2026

The air at Lambeau Field in January usually feels like a slap in the face. On January 11,...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 16, 2026

NFL Begins Onboarding Replacement Officials as Ref Lockout Looms

NEW YORK — The NFL isn’t waiting for a stalemate to become a crisis. On Wednesday, the league...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 16, 2026

Raiders’ Lock on Mendoza Sparks Draft Chaos: Why the DT Market is Tanking

LAS VEGAS — The Las Vegas Raiders have found their savior. Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza is the undisputed...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 16, 2026

The Kittle Blueprint: Why “Character” Concerns are the NFL Draft’s Biggest Trap

SANTA CLARA, CA — The San Francisco 49ers are currently on the clock, scouting the next generation of...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 16, 2026

Steelers Draft: 3 Elite Man-Coverage Beaters to Solve Pittsburgh’s WR Problem

PITTSBURGH, PA — The Pittsburgh Steelers enter the 2026 NFL Draft with a clear identity under new head...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 16, 2026

Raiders 2026 Draft Strategy: Why Omar Cooper Jr. Is the Missing Piece for Fernando Mendoza

HENDERSON, Nev. — General Manager John Spytek holds the keys to the franchise. With the 2026 NFL Draft...

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News Apr 16, 2026

NFL Triggers Contingency Plan: Replacement Refs Onboarded as May 31 Deadline Nears

NEW YORK — The NFL is officially preparing for a season without its veteran zebras. In a memo...

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News Apr 15, 2026

Colts 2026 Draft Plan: A First-Round Trade-Up and The Garrett Nussmeier Gamble

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Colts threw away the conservative playbook. General Manager Chris Ballard shocked the league in...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 14, 2026

Jets Target Texas Tech Edge David Bailey at No. 2 Pick in 2026 NFL Draft

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Ten days before the 2026 NFL Draft kicks off, the New York Jets have...

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News Apr 13, 2026

Why the Rams Must Draft Mansoor Delane at No. 13

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — The Rams secondary still leaks big plays. Even after landing Trent McDuffie and Jaylen...

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News Apr 12, 2026

Commanders Weigh Trade Back From No. 7 Pick to Add Roster Depth

ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders hold the No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft with...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 12, 2026

Raiders Sign Kirk Cousins as Bridge to Fernando Mendoza

HENDERSON, Nev. — The Las Vegas Raiders signed four-time Pro Bowler Kirk Cousins to a one-year, $20 million...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 12, 2026

Patriots Poised for Aggressive Trades in 2026 NFL Draft

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The New England Patriots hold eight Day 3 picks and plan to use them as...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 8, 2026

Jason Kelce Crashing the 2026 Masters Sparks Fury From Augusta’s Old Guard

AUGUSTA, Ga. — Jason Kelce crashed the country club. The retired Philadelphia Eagles icon stepped onto the pristine...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 8, 2026

Kurt Warner Warns NFL Scouts: Stop Overanalyzing the 2026 Quarterback Class

LOS ANGELES — The war rooms are tense, the whiteboards are full, and NFL scouts are currently tearing...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 8, 2026

Topps Drops NFL Tecmo Bowl Cards: Bo Jackson Meets 2026 Rookies

NEW YORK — The nostalgia machine just kicked into high gear. Topps officially unveiled its highly anticipated Tecmo...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 8, 2026

Cardinals’ Target Francis Mauigoa Undergoes Medical Recheck: Will Draft History Repeat Itself?

INDIANAPOLIS — The Arizona Cardinals hold the third overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, and for months,...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 7, 2026

Bengals Draft Dilemma: Cincinnati Eyes Defensive Fix With No. 10 Pick

CINCINNATI — Joe Burrow has the arm, but Lou Anarumo’s defense is leaking oil. With the 2026 NFL...

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News Apr 7, 2026

Bucs 2026 NFL Draft Guide: Finding the Next Star at No. 15

PITTSBURGH, PA — The lights of the North Shore are ready to shine. As the 2026 NFL Draft...

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News Apr 6, 2026

Go Big or Go Home: Why Commanders Must Trade Up for Francis Mauigoa

ASHBURN, Va. — The Washington Commanders finished a miserable 5-12 last season, leaving quarterback Jayden Daniels running for...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 6, 2026

Atlanta Falcons Draft Strategy: Why the ‘Big Three’ Traps Will Break Flowery Branch

FLOWERY BRANCH, GA — The Atlanta Falcons enter the 2026 NFL Draft with the thinnest margin for error...

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News Apr 4, 2026

Jayden Daniels: The High-Stakes Gamble to Save the Commanders’ Panic Offseason

ASHBURN, VA — The Washington Commanders are throwing money at a problem that only one man can truly...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 4, 2026

All-Pro Puka Nacua Enters Rehab as Legal Storm Intensifies Ahead of Hearing

LOS ANGELES — All-Pro wide receiver Puka Nacua has checked into a rehabilitation facility, according to a report...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 3, 2026

Fanatics Drops the Hammer: Topps Returns with 1-of-1 NFL Gold Shield & Rookie Premiere Cards

NEW YORK — Fanatics just detonated a massive release on the sports collectibles industry. After a decade-long hiatus,...

By Tara McCarthy

News Apr 3, 2026

Robin DeLorenzo Lawsuit Rocks NFL: Former Official Alleges Humiliating Hazing Involving Steelers Coach Mike Tomlin

NEW YORK — The shield just took a massive hit off the field. Former NFL line judge Robin...

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News Apr 3, 2026

Ravens Accused of “Bad Faith” in Botched Maxx Crosby Trade

BALTIMORE — The ink on Trey Hendrickson’s monumental four-year, $112 million contract is dry, but the smoke surrounding...

By Tara McCarthy