Boston and Oklahoma City looked dominant, and Denver reminded everyone not to sleep on them.
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Chris Simms and Mike Florio break down the Giants trading Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals for the No. 10 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, discussing their instant reactions to the blockbuster move.
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At the end of the 2025 season, Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson was asked about quarterback J.J.
The Jaguars formally exercised the fifth-year option on Anton Harrison’s contract for 2027, the team announced on Monday.
Several players will walk across the stage in Pittsburgh after hearing their name called early on in the 2026 draft later this week.
Bills quarterback Josh Allen is at work in the Bills’ offseason program with no limitations, three months after foot surgery.
NBA Playoffs
All the games — times, dates, where to watch — in one easy-to-check-out location.
Detroit never led in a game at home, and concerns about secondary shot creation and shooting became reality.
The NBA announced the finalists for all the individual awards, including Rookie of the Year and Defensive Player of the Year.
Every coach preaches it, but the Thunder’s focus on habits and the little things leads to the big things they want.
Boston and Oklahoma City looked dominant, and Denver reminded everyone not to sleep on them.
NBA Showtime reacts to Victor Wembanyama’s playoff debut for the Spurs, discussing how he executed in “all three levels” in a game where Portland showed “no resistance” to San Antonio’s leader.
Get an inside look at Deni Avdija’s growth with the Trail Blazers, a “defining story” of Portland’s return to the postseason after dropping 41 points in the Play-In.
MLB
Baltimore Orioles vs. Kansas City Royals Betting Preview for April 20
Mick Abel is 1-2 with a 3.98 ERA in four games, including three starts.
Eric Samulski dives into how the Phillies will approach replacing closer Jhoan Duran while on the 15-day IL with an oblique strain, pointing out Brad Keller is most likely to take his place.
Eric Samulski reviews Kyle Stowers’ season debut for the Miami Marlins upon his return from a hamstring strain and analyzes his outlook for the year and what his return means for the rest of the Marlins outfield.
Premier League
A big London derby as Palace aim to push up the league and the Hammers need a win in their relegation scrap.
Coventry City are going up and leading the way for the EFL Championship crown, but the 2025-26 races for the second automatic promotion spot and playoff spots are deep and driven.
Manchester City and Arsenal are on pace for the same amount of points, and the Premier League could see tiebreakers needed to decide its 2025-26 title winner.
The 2025-26 Premier League table is absolutely bonkers and so tight.
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Motor Sports
None of the past four NASCAR Cup Series champions managed to win more than four races in their entire season. Puts into perspective the kind of roll Tyler Reddick is on right now.
Tyler Reddick became the fourth driver to win five of the first nine NASCAR Cup Series races in a season and the first in nearly four decades on Sunday at Kansas Speedway.
The 23XI Racing driver’s has five victories in nine races.
Watch highlights from the NASCAR Cup AdventHealth 400 from Kansas Speedway.
Rotoworld
Sam Antonacci, Lourdes Gurriel Jr. and Bryan Baker are among the 12 newcomers in this week’s update.
Kyle Dvorchak’s final mock draft features Jordyn Tyson’s hype machine in full effect, Giants adding a superstar, and big trade from the Cowboys.
Eric Samulski lists his favorite streaming starts of the week and discusses some key pitch mix changes.
A look at the top fantasy baseball prospects who can help rosters in 2026 and beyond.
Eric Samulski and James Schiano discuss their favorite fantasy baseball waiver wire adds for the weekend.
Dylan Cease, Shota Imanaga and Mick Abel are among the projected two-start pitchers in fantasy baseball for the upcoming week.
Betting
Baltimore Orioles vs. Kansas City Royals Betting Preview for April 20
Houston Astros vs. Cleveland Guardians Betting Preview
Los Angeles Dodgers at Colorado Rockies Game Preview
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Playoff Game 2 Betting Preview
Golf
Hannah Green also won the event in 2023 and 2024 at Wilshire Country Club.
Collin Morikawa discusses playing through a nagging back injury at the RBC Heritage, making the week a ‘grind’ but ultimately something he can hang his hat on with a T-4 finish.
Matt Fitzpatrick reflects on winning the 2026 RBC Heritage at a course that’s extremely special to him in Hilton Head, explaining that ‘words don’t do it justice’ when describing his feelings.
Watch highlights from the final round of the PGA Tour’s RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head, South Carolina.
Scottie Scheffler reflects on the impact Gary Woodland has had on him as a golfer and praises his performance so far at the RBC Heritage, where he finished Round 3 tied for 6th place at 12-under.
Watch highlights from the third round of the PGA Tour’s RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links in Hilton Head, South Carolina.
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Gone are the days of NHL teams stashing players on long-term injured reserve through the end of the regular season and dressing them at the start of the playoffs.
NFL owners have approved a rule change that will increase the role of off-field personnel play in officiating NFL games.
The expanded assistance plan will only be implemented if the NFL and NFLRA do not agree on a new CBA.
The NFL has approved a rules change that will eliminate the kicking team’s incentive to intentionally kick the ball out of bounds when kicking off from the 50-yard line.
There are no more restrictions on when a team can attempt an onside kick.
