Tom Brady retires suddenly, gracefully and without parallel
For Tom Brady, who came to epitomize time, both by defying it and by playing through so much of it, this should be about the moment, the rig... FEBRUARY 1, 2023
The sad backdrop to LeBron James' historic greatness
LeBron James is closing in on Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's career points record, but it comes amid another lost Lakers season. JANUARY 31, 2023
Eagles, Chiefs were best teams all season, setting up an epic Super Bowl
There's one storyline relevant above all others right now, and it won't change over the next two weeks: The two best teams made it to the Su... JANUARY 30, 2023
Bengals belong among NFL's elite. But this year, they fell just short
Cincinnati lacked composure in the most critical moments. In a battle between two of the NFL's absolute best — and the Bengals belong in tha... JANUARY 30, 2023
Brock Purdy's Mr. Irrelevant story is beyond belief
No rookie QB has ever taken his team to a Super Bowl, let alone won it. That the first one could be a Mr. Irrelevant? Almost too outlandish... JANUARY 27, 2023
Bengals weren't expected to be here. But with Joe Burrow, anything is possible
The Bengals believe they can beat the Chiefs and win this year's Super Bowl. And it's because Joe Burrow has ascended. JANUARY 26, 2023
Bengals-Chiefs fate rests upon Patrick Mahomes' injured ankle
How good is Patrick Mahomes? There is the unshakable feeling that this high-ankle sprain is the key to deciphering the result of the AFC Cha... JANUARY 25, 2023
These NFL playoffs have been short on upsets. That's absolutely fine
Just about every game during the NFL playoffs has gone as expected. That's led us to four spectacular teams in the championship games. We sh... JANUARY 24, 2023
The 49ers have forgotten how to lose. They could go all the way
The San Francisco 49ers are a juggernaut right now, and they showed it on Sunday night when things got scrappy and messy and rarely went to... JANUARY 23, 2023
Can Cowboys' inconsistency be a weapon against 49ers?
The Cowboys' unpredictable nature might actually be the thing that works in their favor this weekend against the 49ers' juggernaut. JANUARY 20, 2023
Eagles have every advantage over Giants. But exponents and history add intrigue
Philadelphia has advantages at just about every position. But the Giants absolutely have a shot to win Saturday. We detail the factors point... JANUARY 19, 2023
The Bengals are underdogs against Buffalo, but they don't see it that way
There is a prove-everyone-wrong snarl on Cincinnati faces, but also a general sense of giddiness. The Bengals believe in themselves against... JANUARY 18, 2023
Cowboys' Dak Prescott comes up big vs. Bucs, but bigger challenge awaits
Dak Prescott has arguably never been better than he was Monday versus the Bucs. The Cowboys can complete their ultimate mission if Prescott... JANUARY 17, 2023
Putting the 'super' in Super Wild Card Weekend
The collective margin of victory has been 36 points across five games so far, a showcase in how postseason football is supposed to work. JANUARY 16, 2023
Despite record, Cowboys feel like underdogs vs. Tom Brady, Bucs
Even now, Tom Brady feels inevitable. For the Cowboys there is a differing sense, one that suggests the moment has passed. JANUARY 13, 2023
This season is Kyle Shanahan's true masterpiece. Brock Purdy is a testament
The 49ers have won 10 straight games, five started by rookie seventh-round pick Brock Purdy. Everyone knew Kyle Shanahan was brilliant, but... JANUARY 12, 2023
Appreciate Stetson Bennett, perhaps the last of his kind
Stetson Bennett is the outlier of outliers, the throwback of all throwbacks in rapidly changing times. So don't go looking for a clone for y... JANUARY 10, 2023
As Aaron Rodgers' next offseason begins, we're all waiting alongside the Packers
Aaron Rodgers will work at his own pace. Guessing is fine; good luck in really trying to figure out what he's going to do. JANUARY 9, 2023
Damar Hamlin's recovery is cause for celebration and relief
During one of football's worst weeks, those in the sport showed their best side. As thoughts remain with Damar Hamlin, that is a reason for... JANUARY 6, 2023
Jake Paul joins MMA organization PFL as fighter, Head of Fighter Advocacy
Jake Paul has agreed to a multi-fight contract to compete for mixed martial arts organization PFL (Professional Fighters League), as well as... JANUARY 5, 2023
As Packers spiraled, Aaron Rodgers believed. Now they can punch playoff ticket
Win, and you're in the playoffs. The Packers now find themselves in a position that no one (besides maybe one man) truly believed was possib... JANUARY 5, 2023
Sonny Dykes was fighting for attention last season. He may be CFB's best story
Sixteen months ago, Sonny Dykes was fighting to get his SMU team noticed even in its home market of Dallas. Now, his TCU squad will play for... JANUARY 4, 2023
Why Tom Brady is more watchable than ever
Nobody knows what's coming in what will be Tom Brady's 20th playoff tilt, with all outcomes on the table and all things possible. And that's... JANUARY 2, 2023
The Cowboys have a lot going for them. Inspiring belief will take more
The Cowboys are following a script that could end in triumph or disappointment. Do you believe they can do it? DECEMBER 29, 2022
Could NFL eventually take over Christmas Day?
The NBA has long held Christmas. But whether a fully-fledged battle emerges over Santa's day will be an intriguing sports subplot over the c... DECEMBER 27, 2022