Former Clemson receiver Diondre Overton was shot and killed at a party in Greensboro, North Carolina, according to the Guilford County Sheriff’s Department. The department stated that deputies found the 26-year-old Overton after responding to…
Aaron Rodgers is set to return to the field for the New York Jets in their game against the San Francisco 49ers
Aaron Rodgers will return to play for the New York Jets one year after his much-anticipated debut with the team was cut short after just four plays. Rodgers is scheduled to start the season opener…
The New England Patriots secured a victory in Jerod Mayo’s first game as head coach, overcoming the error-prone Cincinnati Bengals 16-10
Jacoby Brissett didn’t need to have an extraordinary game in his first start for the Patriots. The experienced quarterback had Rhamondre Stevenson to help run the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals, who didn’t put up…
Darnold throws 2 touchdown passes, and Van Ginkel makes a spectacular 1-handed interception return for a score, leading the Minnesota Vikings to a comfortable 28-6 victory over the New York Giants
Sam Darnold had one of those standout games at MetLife Stadium that New York Jets fans had hoped to see regularly when he was drafted No. 3 overall in 2018. Six years later, now playing…
Fields replaces Wilson, while Boswell scores 6 field goals to guide the Pittsburgh Steelers to an 18-10 victory over the Atlanta Falcons
With all eyes on the quarterbacks, Chris Boswell’s impressive kicking performance took center stage in the season opener. Boswell made six field goals, including three from more than 50 yards, providing all of Pittsburgh’s points…
Jason Sanders kicks a 52-yard field goal as time runs out, leading the Miami Dolphins to a 20-17 comeback victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars
For the Miami Dolphins, the day was filled with confusion but ended on a high note. Jason Sanders kicked a 52-yard field goal as time ran out, giving the Dolphins a 20-17 win over the…
Josh Allen tossed two touchdown passes and ran for two more scores as the Buffalo Bills came back to secure a 34-28 victory against the Arizona Cardinals
Despite all the changes the Buffalo Bills made to their wide receiver and defense positions this offseason, one key element remained the same: quarterback Josh Allen. When the Bills, who have won the AFC East…
Derek Carr and the New Orleans Saints deliver a dominating 47-10 victory over the Carolina Panthers in Klint Kubiak’s first game as the play-caller
Derek Carr and the Saints’ new offense quickly found their rhythm, scoring a touchdown on their very first drive and putting up 30 points in the first half alone. New Orleans’ defense also had a…
Stefon Diggs and Joe Mixon team up to guide the Houston Texans to a 29-27 victory over the Indianapolis Colts in their season opener
The Houston Texans made a big effort in the offseason to give C.J. Stroud more help. It’s already showing results. Stefon Diggs caught two touchdown passes, and Joe Mixon rushed for 159 yards and added…
Caleb Williams struggles in his debut but is saved by the Chicago Bears’ defense in a 24-17 victory against the Tennessee Titans
Caleb Williams didn’t have the debut he might have hoped for, but his defense came through for him. Tyrique Stevenson made a big play by returning an interception 43 yards for a touchdown, helping the…
Before their season opener, the Atlanta Falcons wore T-shirts to pay tribute to the victims of a school shooting
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins and head coach Raheem Morris wore T-shirts from Apalachee High School during their warmups before the season opener on Sunday to honor the victims of a tragic shooting. Last week,…
The Jacksonville Jaguars falter in the second half, with a crucial fumble contributing to their 20-17 defeat at the hands of the Miami Dolphins
With a 10-point lead, playing away from home, late in the third quarter, and driving deep into the opponent’s territory, everything seemed to be going well for the Jaguars. All they needed to do was…
Tom Brady experiences an uncomfortable start as he shifts from the football field to the TV booth
Fox Sports is spending $375 million to bring Tom Brady into the broadcast booth, and the network wants everyone to notice his arrival. The seven-time Super Bowl champion made his debut as an NFL analyst…
Caleb Williams appeared like a rookie quarterback in his first NFL game, but he managed to come out with a win
In his first NFL game with the Chicago Bears, Caleb Williams played like a rookie quarterback. But he managed to win. Williams threw for only 93 yards on Sunday, and Chicago’s offense had a tough…
The Cincinnati Bengals are facing problems that extend beyond Ja’Marr Chase’s contract dispute, as their season opener was a letdown
Ja’Marr Chase’s holdout and limited practice time were not the only problems for the Cincinnati Bengals in their disappointing season opener. Chase played on Sunday against the New England Patriots after many wondered if he…
Anthony Richardson demonstrates a powerful arm but struggles with consistency in the Indianapolis Colts’ 29-27 defeat to the Houston Texans
Quarterback Anthony Richardson demonstrated on Sunday why the Indianapolis Colts chose him, showing he has one of the strongest arms in the NFL. However, Richardson also realized there was room for improvement. Even though Richardson…
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones gets booed in his return game after an ACL injury
After spending over nine months recovering from ACL surgery, Daniel Jones didn’t have the ideal comeback for the New York Giants in their season opener. The quarterback faced boos from the crowd. Jones, picked sixth…
A season full of anticipation starts off poorly for the Atlanta Falcons
A season full of hope started badly for the Atlanta Falcons. Kirk Cousins had a rough debut, not showing the performance expected from a $180 million quarterback. Even though Mercedes-Benz Stadium was sold out, it…
J.K. Dobbins runs for 135 yards as the Los Angeles Chargers defeat the Las Vegas Raiders 22-10 in Jim Harbaugh’s first game as coach
J.K. Dobbins had some of his best college performances against Jim Harbaugh. On Sunday, Dobbins helped give Harbaugh a win in his return to coaching in the NFL. Dobbins rushed for 135 yards on 10…
Kenneth Walker III ignites a Seahawks comeback as Seattle Seattle defeats Denver Broncos 26-20 in Mike Macdonald’s first game as head coach
The first two plays of Mike Macdonald’s career as a head coach started with his quarterback getting sacked and then throwing an interception while being hit. “Started just like we wanted to start. Drew it…
Carolina Panthers’ offseason adjustments lead to another disappointing performance as Bryce Young faces more challenges
The Carolina Panthers fired coach Frank Reich last year after his tough first season, then changed their general manager and worked on improving their team during the offseason. Their first game of 2024 showed little…
Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals got off to a strong start but ended up falling short in their season opener, losing 34-28 to the Buffalo Bills
Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals were unable to keep their strong start to the season going. They couldn’t pull off a “Hail Murray” this time to win against the Bills. “I felt like we…
Baker Mayfield and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers dominate the Washington Commanders 37-20, ruining Jayden Daniels’ first game
Baker Mayfield clearly leads the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but Mike Evans, Chris Godwin, and a strong defense also play key roles in their success. On Sunday, Mayfield threw for 289 yards and four touchdowns, leading…
Dak Prescott guides the Dallas Cowboys to a 33-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns in their season opener following his new 4-year contract
Dak Prescott barely had a chance to enjoy his record-breaking NFL contract before realizing it came with its own set of challenges. His Cowboys teammates were quick to let him know their expectations. “They’re expecting…
Antonio Pierce justifies his choice to punt in Los Angeles Chargers territory late in the Las Vegas Raiders’ opener
The Las Vegas Raiders were behind by six points with just over seven minutes left when they faced a fourth-and-1 situation on the Los Angeles Chargers’ side of midfield. Shouldn’t they go for it? Coach…
Jayden Daniels, the No. 2 overall pick, displays moments of brilliance in his debut with the Washington Commanders
Jayden Daniels showed promise in his debut with Washington, but the Commanders’ defense, which was the worst in the NFL last year, struggled again in their 37-20 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday.…
Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix displays potential despite facing challenges in the season opener against the Seahawks
Bo Nix didn’t have a flawless start, but Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton saw a lot of potential in his rookie quarterback’s NFL debut. Nix, who was the 12th pick in the draft, ended up…
Deshaun Watson struggles in his first game back after surgery, as the Cleveland Browns are defeated 33-17 by the Dallas Cowboys
Lying face down on the grass, Deshaun Watson couldn’t watch another pass drift out of bounds. Everything about his return on Sunday seemed off. Watson looked uncomfortable from the beginning in his first game since…
Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown run in overtime secures a 26-20 victory for the Detroit Lions against the Los Angeles Rams
The Detroit Lions began the season by defeating the Los Angeles Rams with a balanced offense, combining strong running plays with crucial passes, similar to their strategy in the NFC wild-card game. David Montgomery’s 1-yard…
Matthew Stafford falls short in Detroit, missing another opportunity to guide the Los Angeles Rams to a victory over the Detroit Lions
Matthew Stafford led 31 fourth-quarter comebacks while he was with the Detroit Lions. On Sunday night, he almost added another comeback against them. “There was a lot of adversity that we had to overcome,” Rams…
Joey Logano clinches victory in the NASCAR playoff opener at Atlanta, securing a spot in the second round
One of the first things Joey Logano mentioned after winning the NASCAR playoff opener was that this time of year is his favorite. In his first ten playoff appearances, Logano usually made it through the…
Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer are set to return to the Texas Rangers’ pitching rotation
Jacob deGrom and Max Scherzer, both multiple-time Cy Young Award winners, are ready to return to the Texas Rangers’ starting rotation after finishing their rehab assignments, manager Bruce Bochy announced on Sunday. “Jacob is set…
Jonny DeLuca hit a home run to lead the Tampa Rays to a 2-0 victory over the Baltimore Orioles
Zack Littell and four relievers combined for a five-hit shutout, Jonny DeLuca hit a two-run home run, and the Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Baltimore Orioles 2-0 on Sunday. Littell and Corbin Burnes were in…
Jared Jones records 9 strikeouts as the Pittsburgh Pirates defeat the Washington Nationals 7-3
Jared Jones had a strong performance, striking out nine batters in seven innings, as the Pittsburgh Pirates won 7-3 against the Washington Nationals on Sunday, splitting the four-game series. Jones (6-7) gave up two runs…
Cabrera delivers seven scoreless innings, and Norby hits two home runs as the Miami Marlins defeat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-1
Edward Cabrera pitched seven innings without giving up a run, Connor Norby hit two home runs, and the Miami Marlins defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 10-1 on Sunday. Cabrera, 26, struck out six batters and walked…
Wacha throws 7 innings of 4-hit baseball, and the Kansas City Royals beat the Minnesota Twins 2-0 to complete a sweep
Michael Wacha pitched seven innings, allowing only four hits, and Garrett Hampson and Salvador Perez each drove in a run as the Kansas City Royals defeated the Minnesota Twins 2-0 on Sunday, completing a series…
The Chicago White Sox rally with 5 runs in the 9th inning to secure a 7-2 comeback victory over the Boston Red Sox and avoid a series sweep
Dominic Fletcher’s RBI double started a five-run ninth inning, and the Chicago White Sox avoided a three-game sweep by defeating the Boston Red Sox 7-2 on Sunday. Chicago starter Chris Flexen’s winless streak reached 21…
Santiago Espinal delivers a two-run double to lead the Cincinnati Reds to a 3-1 victory over the New York Mets
Santiago Espinal hit a two-run double in the ninth inning to give the Cincinnati Reds a 3-1 win and end the New York Mets’ nine-game winning streak on Sunday. Shortly after the Mets’ loss, the…
Freeland delivers 6 strong innings, and Hillard and Goodman hit home runs as the Colorado Rockies defeat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-1
Kyle Freeland pitched six innings, allowing just one run, and Sam Hillard hit a three-run home run as the Colorado Rockies defeated the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers 4-1 on Sunday. Freeland (5-7) gave up an…
The Chicago Cubs defeated the AL East-leading New York Yankees 2-1 to prevent a series sweep
Jameson Taillon gave up just one run in six innings, and the Chicago Cubs defeated the New York Yankees 2-1 on Sunday to avoid a series sweep. Taillon (10-8) struck out six against his old…
The Atlanta Braves come back to defeat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3 in the 11th inning, tying the Mets for the last NL wild card spot
Sean Murphy’s ground ball with the bases loaded brought home a sliding Eli White in the 11th inning, leading the Atlanta Braves to a tough 4-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Sunday. The…
Arozarena hits his first home run against his old team as the Seattle Mariners overwhelm the St. Louis Cardinals 10-4
Randy Arozarena and Jorge Polanco each hit two-run home runs, and the Seattle Mariners scored five runs in the first inning to win 10-4 against the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday. After being shut out…
Andrew Heaney picks up his first win since July as the Texas Rangers defeat the Los Angeles Angels 7-4
Andrew Heaney ended an eight-start stretch without a win as the Texas Rangers built an early five-run lead and defeated the Los Angeles Angels 7-4 on Sunday. Heaney (5-13), who was close to having the…
On a scorching day at Dodger Stadium, Shohei Ohtani blasted his 46th home run, matching his career record
Shohei Ohtani hit his 46th home run of the season, tying his career best, with a 450-foot solo shot down the right-field line in the fifth inning of the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 4-0 win over…
The San Francisco Giants pounded Musgrove with four home runs, securing a 7-6 victory over the San Diego Padres
Matt Chapman, Jerar Encarnacion, and Luis Matos all hit home runs off Joe Musgrove during a big six-run fourth inning, and the San Francisco Giants managed to beat the San Diego Padres 7-6 on a…
Sweeney collected 4 hits, while Madden recorded 7 strikeouts in the Detroit Tigers’ 9-1 victory against the Oakland Athletics
Trey Sweeney had four hits, including a home run, and Ty Madden struck out seven as the Detroit Tigers defeated the Oakland Athletics 9-1 on Sunday. The Tigers, aiming for a late push in the…
Pavin Smith hits home runs in his first three at-bats and drives in 8 runs, leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 12-6 victory over the Houston Astros
Pavin Smith hit home runs in his first three at-bats, marking his first game with multiple home runs, and drove in a career-high eight runs, leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 12-6 victory over the…
Canada defeats the United States on American soil for the first time since 1957, securing a 2-1 victory in a friendly match
Trying to prove that their early exit from the Copa America was a fluke, the United States instead showed a worrying lack of intensity and defensive problems, leading to their first home loss to Canada…
Aryna Sabalenka defeats Jessica Pegula to secure her third Grand Slam title with a victory at the US Open
Aryna Sabalenka left the U.S. Open in tears a year ago after finishing as the runner-up. She had also faced tough losses in the semifinals in the two years before that. But on Saturday, after…
Taylor Fritz has the opportunity to break a Grand Slam dry spell for American men by defeating Jannik Sinner at the U.S. Open
Taylor Fritz became emotional when he realized he had made it to the U.S. Open final. His reason: “I cry at happy endings of movies and not at sad stuff. That’s kind of just how…