Super Bowl winner Aaron Rodgers has become a fixture at the Kentucky Derby over the years, and he was on hand once again for the 150th running of the historic race at Churchill Downs. The New York Jets quarterback was spotted at the inaugural Sports Illustrated Revel at the Races party alongside former teammates Davante Adams, A.J. Hawk, Jimmy Graham …
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Cardinals' Marvin Harrison Jr. is using NFLPA licensing holdout as leverage for new deal: report
Marvin Harrison Jr., the Arizona Cardinals’ first-round draft pick, has yet to sign an NFLPA licensing deal that would allow fans to purchase the rookie’s new NFL jersey. According to one report, he’s using that to leverage a bigger deal with Fanatics. It was reported during the 2024 NFL Draft that Harrison had not signed a preliminary NFLPA licensing agreement …
Read More »Kris Kim, 16, becomes youngest player to make the cut on the PGA Tour in nearly a decade
English amateur golfer Kris Kim became the youngest golfer to make the cut on a PGA Tour event in nearly a decade after he shot a 4-under 67 in the second round of THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson on Friday. The 16-year-old golfer, who is the son of former LPGA Tour player Ji-Hyun Suh, had a simple goal heading into …
Read More »Lakers 'heartbroken' over death of 2011 draft pick at age 33
Former NBA player Darius Morris died Saturday at the age of 33. Morris was selected by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the 2011 NBA Draft. “With great sadness we announce the passing of our dearly beloved son, Darius Aaron Morris,” his family said in a statement, according to TMZ. “During this time of transition, his family …
Read More »Draymond Green warns Patrick Beverley incident with fans could get worse: ‘That is forbidden for us’
Golden state Warriors forward Draymond Green believes Patrick Beverley’s behavior in the Milwaukee Bucks’ Game 6 loss could become a bigger issue for the NBA veteran. During the most recent episode of his podcast “The Draymond Green Show,” Green spoke about the incident where Beverley launched a basketball into the crowd behind the Bucks’ bench on Thursday night. Milwaukee Bucks’ …
Read More »Legendary Alabama coach Nick Saban urged players to block out 'external factors' and ignore internet trolls
Nick Saban shocked the college football world when he announced his retirement from coaching. The seven-time national championship winner has since taken on a “supportive” role at Alabama, the program he coached to six national titles. While Saban faced challenges throughout his storied career, he also had to contend with criticism away from the field. In December, the undefeated Florida …
Read More »Tyronn Lue says it's 'great to be wanted' amid Lakers speculation; he's focused on coaching Clippers
NBA champion head coach Tyronn Lue remains focused on his future with the Los Angeles Clippers — not the Los Angeles Lakers. The Clippers were eliminated from the NBA playoffs after the team lost 114-101 to the Dallas Mavericks May 3. According to The Athletic, the Clippers plan to pursue a contract extension with Lue this offseason. After Friday’s loss, …
Read More »Kentucky Derby 2024: What to know about the first leg of horse racing's Triple Crown
The 150th running of the Kentucky Derby will take place on Saturday at the storied Churchill Downs racetrack in Louisville, Kentucky. Traditionally held on the first Saturday in May, the Derby marks the first leg of the Triple Crown. The 20-horse field features only three-year-olds running the 1 ¼-mile stampede for a chance to compete for their share of the …
Read More »Padres manager lambastes pitchers for throwing near Fernando Tatis Jr.'s head: 'It's enough'
Fernando Tatis Jr. has ruffled plenty of feathers in his young career, but his manager says enough is enough. San Diego Padres manager Mike Shildt came to the defense of his right fielder, saying Tatis is “seeing way too many pitches up and in.” The rant came after the Padres’ 7-1 win over the NL West rival Arizona Diamondbacks. Tatis …
Read More »Bengals legend Boomer Esiason opens up about CBS Sports exit: 'I loved my time there'
Four-time Pro Bowler and Cincinnati Bengals Ring of Honor member Boomer Esiason is leaving CBS amid a shakeup at “The NFL Today.” Phil Simms also won’t return to the long-running pregame show, CBS announced in April. Matt Ryan and three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt will join “The NFL Today” crew. Last month, Ryan officially retired from …
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