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Breaking down top storylines of Scouting Combine
Joshua Perry joins Mike Florio and Chris Simms to discuss some of the stop storylines surrounding the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, breaking down what's stood out to him so far.
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Mike Florio and Chris Simms break down the situation in Arizona, where quarterback Kyler Murray reportedly hasn’t spoken to Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort this offseason.
When the Lakers were sold, speculation about GM Rob Pelinka’s job security became a talking point. He’s safe. For now.
Miami star defensive end Reuben Bain Jr. joins Chris Simms Unbuttoned detailing his journey to stardom, the significance of wearing the number four and being coached by his brother at Miami.
Fresh off Konnor Griffin’s two-HR outing vs. the Red Sox, Dan Patrick explores whether the Pirates will ultimately keep the top prospect in Pittsburgh for the long haul.
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Premier League
Can the Gunners keep their title bid on track as they host London rivals Chelsea?
Can Man City take care of business as they head to Leeds?
Check out the Premier League schedule for the 2025-26 season, with everything you need for all 380 games.
We’re into the thick of it now, with six Premier League teams still alive for the European Cup as the chase to unseat PSG and take a place in the throne room come May 31 in Budapest, Hungary.
NFL
Ohio State safety Caleb Downs might be the best player in the NFL draft, but he won’t go No. 1 overall.
Alec Pierce is set to be one of the top receivers on the free-agent market next month.
Miami defensive back Keionte Scott discusses his experience playing at Miami, the versatility he can bring to a defense and more.
Malik Muhammad joins Mike Florio and Chris Simms to discuss his athletic background, the Texas teammates that helped prepare him for the NFL draft experience and more.
NBA
The All-Star Game comes to Phoenix next year and Ishbia is trying to attract the big names, but the CBA won’t allow it.
He has dunked every year on his birthday for decades — and can still do it.
Eric Samulski recaps Jonathan Kuminga’s debut for the Atlanta Hawks and breaks down what Jalen Johnson’s hip injury that took him out of the game could mean for Kuminga’s fantasy value going forward.
Dejounte Murray reclaimed his title as the starting point guard for the Pelicans after recovering from an Achilles injury, and Eric Samulski has advice for fantasy managers navigating the adjusted rotation.
Top Combine Interviews
Sonny Styles joins Mike Florio and Chris Simms to discuss Matt Patricia’s impact on his career, the freakish athletes he’s played alongside with at Ohio State and more.
David Bailey joins PFT Live to discuss his academic background, how he handles interviews with teams and his impressive production last season at Texas Tech.
Arvell Reese joins PFT Live to discuss his best positional fit in the NFL, Micah Parsons comparisons, why Ohio State is such a special place to play at and more.
Texas Tech LB Jacob Rodriguez sits down with Connor Rogers and Joshua Perry at the NFL Combine to discuss his unorthodox path to the pros after graduating high school as a quarterback prospect.
Missouri linebacker Josiah Trotter reflects on imitating Aaron Rodgers growing up and now potentially matching up against him in the NFL, his strengths and weaknesses coming out of college and more.
Clemson defensive lineman Peter Woods joins PFT Live to discuss the physical tools he has and his experience playing tackle football at five years old before he sends a message to his family.
Texas Tech defensive lineman Lee Hunter joins Connor Rogers and Joshua Perry at the NFL Combine to discuss his NFL draft preparation, the origin of his nickname, playing in the College Football Playoff, and more.
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Motor Sports
2026 SuperMotocross Round 8, Daytona: Top finishes, previous winners, historic results, who to watch
Daytona Supercross is one of the most valued races on the schedule.
Lars Lindstrom: “The team, Honda management, and I are absolutely infuriated that there wasn’t more done in this situation.”
Daytona International Speedway president Frank Kelleher announces that Jeremy McGrath’s Holeshot King Daytona will be held on the day before Supercross, Round 8 at the iconic venue.
Ricky Carmichael and Ryan Villopoto discuss the red warning light situations in Round 7 and whether the AMA needs to take a different approach to the aftermath.
Rotoworld
Which starting pitchers going at the end of drafts have top 25 upside?
Johnson was the latest star to go down with an injury, and it has not been determined how much time he’ll miss.
From breakout arms to post-hype hitters, our staff highlights undervalued draft targets for 2026 fantasy baseball leagues.
Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter discuss reports that the Cowboys’ are expected to use a franchise tag on wide receiver George Pickens and break down what they expect from his upcoming year if he remains in Dallas.
Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter discuss Kyle Pitts Sr.'s productivity for the Falcons during the 2025 season and his outlook for 2026 with Atlanta set to use a franchise tag on him.
Patrick Daugherty and Denny Carter discuss which teams could be in the market for quarterback Kirk Cousins after he is released by the Atlanta Falcons, including the New York Jets, Cleveland Browns, and more.
Betting
Eric Froton Lists his Best Bets for
Boston Celtics at Denver Nuggets Game Preview
Oklahoma City Thunder at Detroit Pistons Game Preview
Vaughn Dalzell breaks down the best bet for the NBA’s Most improved Player Award.
Golf
Not since Adam Scott in 2005 has a player competed at Riviera for the first time and left with the trophy. Bridgeman, a 26-year-old from Clemson, played well enough last year to reach the Tour Championship and has been steadily on the rise.
Now, Bridgeman will go after his first PGA Tour title, and considering the gorgeous weather on tap, he will have a chance to break the longest-standing 72-hole record on the PGA Tour.
Two-time major champion Jon Rahm has turned down a deal from the European tour that would have allowed him to compete on LIV Golf events without penalty provided he pay his previous fines, play in stipulated European tour events and drop his appeal.
Riviera’s fourth hole now has a scorecard yardage of 273 yards that makes it the longest par 3 among regular PGA Tour stops.
Tiger Woods did not rule out a return to the Masters just under two months away, even as his immediate future appears to include just about everything but golf.
Kim’s victory in LIV Golf Adelaide, before the largest crowd on the LIV circuit and in the early morning hours in most parts of America, was nothing short of astonishing because of how long he had been away
Latest
Will Campbell’s arm length was a frequent talking point at the 2025 Scouting Combine and it came up again this year.
Four of the Premier League’s current bottom-six sides play in Week 38, but will the relegation picture be decided before the season’s final day?
Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa are on the hunt for long-sought silverware as the Europa League is down to its final 24 teams.
Arvell Reese is expected to be one of the top picks in this year’s draft and one of the reasons he is so highly rated is the versatility he showed while playing for Ohio State.
Aaron Glenn’s first season as the Jets’ head coach was a major disappointment and his second year will feature some significant differences to how the team conducts business.
