The Seattle Seahawks are the fifth team that Sam Darnold has played for, and he is taking them to the Super Bowl. Given how widely regarded as a total bust Darnold used to be, this is truly a Drake "started from the bottom, now we here" kind of moment. And that's what makes the Sam Darnold meme funnier than ever. Make that the mono Sam Darnold meme. … [Read more...] about Sam Darnold Meme Funnier than Ever as Super Bowl LX Approaches
Seattle Seahawks Should Rock Throwbacks in Super Bowl LX
The Seattle Seahawks brought their retro jerseys back this season, for a couple of games, and it was all kinds of awesome. The NFC championships sported the same look that they had from 1983 to 2001. It's time to bring this back, for good, starting in Super Bowl LX against the New England Patriots. Very few teams, in any sport, have a blue and green combination. Or royal … [Read more...] about Seattle Seahawks Should Rock Throwbacks in Super Bowl LX
Manchester United Winger Patrick Dorgu Suffers Hamstring Injury
Just when the vibes were getting very positive at Manchester United...stuff happens! Yes, bad news has struck the club again, this time in the form of Patrick Dorgu. The Belgian fullback/winger suffered a hamstring injury in the 3-2 win at Arsenal on Sunday. Interim manager Michael Carrick initially described the problem plaguing the wing-back as just a cramp, but well, … [Read more...] about Manchester United Winger Patrick Dorgu Suffers Hamstring Injury
Aston Villa Make £11.3m Tammy Abraham Signing for League Title Chase
Tammy Abraham is back at Aston Villa, and this time it's on a permanent deal, not just a loan. The announcement came Monday- AVFC have signed the 28-year-old English international, from AS Roma (who sent him out on loan to Besiktas) for €13 million (£11.3m/$15.6m). Perhaps the addition of Tammy Abraham will help the Villans achieve something big, just like it did last time. … [Read more...] about Aston Villa Make £11.3m Tammy Abraham Signing for League Title Chase
Aston Villa Team News vs RB Salzburg: Youri Tielemans, John McGinn, Ross Barkley
Aston Villa have a new injury concern, and it's a big one- midfielder Youri Tielemans. The team's player of the year, last season, suffered an ankle injury in the win over Newcastle last weekend, and he's now set for an extended period of time on the sidelines. "It was his ankle," Villa manager Unai Emery said. "Hopefully, not a lot, but we must check him with the doctor and … [Read more...] about Aston Villa Team News vs RB Salzburg: Youri Tielemans, John McGinn, Ross Barkley
NFL Makes Slight Improvement in Super Bowl Logo Trend
When looking at the Super Bowl logo, one can't help but think of the phrase "Corporate culture," which is one of the worst business buzzwords you'll ever hear. It's right up there with "paradigm shift," "synergy," "core competencies" and "best practices" in the corporatespeak pantheon of meaningless gobbledy gook. … [Read more...] about NFL Makes Slight Improvement in Super Bowl Logo Trend
Super Bowl XXV, in 1991, Remains the G.O.A.T.
We're exactly one week away from the 32nd anniversary of the best of all the big games every played. In the early 1990s, the Buffalo Bills went to four straight Super Bowls and lost all four, but man did they help to provide one of the best Super Bowls of all time. Like Tom Petty said, "even the losers- get lucky sometimes." … [Read more...] about Super Bowl XXV, in 1991, Remains the G.O.A.T.
Updated Illini Basketball Postseason Resume After Keaton Wagler Clinic
We all just witnessed history! Illini basketball has a superstar in the making in point guard Keaton Wagler. The electric freshman just achieved one of the greatest performances in college basketball history with 46 points (13-17 FG, 9-11 3PT, 11-13 FT) and four assists. Keaton Wagler broke many Illini basketball and NCAA records on Saturday. … [Read more...] about Updated Illini Basketball Postseason Resume After Keaton Wagler Clinic
Indian football players and a game searching for stability
Indian football players have spent most of their careers operating in an unstable environment. Not because of a lack of talent or effort, but because the sport around them has rarely stood still. Leagues have changed formats, calendars have shifted, and long-term planning has often given way to short-term fixes. Even at the professional level, certainty has been a rare luxury. … [Read more...] about Indian football players and a game searching for stability
Newcastle United Team News at Paris Saint-Germain: Joelinton, Bruno Guimaraes
Following the loss to Aston Villa yesterday, Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe provided updates on the two fresh injuries concerning his side. That would be midfielders Joelinton (groin) and Bruno Guimaraes (ankle). It's a very quick turnaround to the next match, a trip to the French capital to take on UEFA Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain. … [Read more...] about Newcastle United Team News at Paris Saint-Germain: Joelinton, Bruno Guimaraes