For golf star Dustin Johnson, his family dynasty dates back to his grandfather. And it wasn’t a lineage forged on the golf course.
The Philadelphia Eagles Warned Fans Well Before the Game About Their Head-Scratching QB Decision
Doug Pederson’s coaching decision in the last game of the year might have cost him his job. But the move shouldn’t have come as such a surprise.
Will Tiger Woods’ Ex-Wife Elin Nordegren Appear in HBO’s Highly-Anticipated ‘Tiger’ Documentary?
Can HBO’s ‘Tiger’ documentary do what ‘The Last Dance’ failed to do, and get Tiger Woods’ ex-wife Elin Nordegren to participate?
NBA GMs Think Giannis Antetokounmpo Is Going to Join Larry Bird and Bill Russell This Season
Giannis Antetokounmpo is back in action with a historically massive contract. So where do NBA GMs think this season is headed?
Former Bronco Mark Schlereth Used His $6 Million Net Worth to Launch a Green Chile Sauce
Restaurant investments are a common post-career move for NFL players and coaches. Famed Green Bay Packers wide receiver Max McGee helped start the once-iconic Mexican restaurant chain Chi-Chi’s. And Richard Sherman is involved with Wingstop, a popular chicken franchise that seemingly goes out of its way to court athletes. But eateries aren’t always the safest …
Tank Johnson Barely Made It to the Super Bowl With the Bears After His 3rd Arrest
It’s no mystery why a seemingly disproportionate number of NFL players have run-ins with the law. Pro sports is one of the few spaces close to being a true meritocracy. Most of the players grew up middle class or poor and suddenly see massive wealth. The pressures of that sudden change — the family and …
Former Packers Star Max McGee Made a Fortune in Mexican Food and Wisconsin Casinos
Athletes are just like anybody else despite their superhuman physical achievements. When Dock Ellis threw his no-hitter, the MLB pitcher was high on acid during the game. And many NFL players have admitted to using drugs and alcohol before games to cope with chronic pain and mood disorders. But some of these seemingly shocking stories …
Julio Jones Could Be the Next Victim of Atlanta Falcons’ Failures
Julio Jones has been one of the top wide receivers in the NFL for years. Have the Atlanta Falcons wasted his best years or does he have more in the tank?
Zeke Nnaji Convinced the Denver Nuggets to Draft Him by Playing Piano
After a strong career at Arizona, Denver Nuggets 2020 draft pick Zeke Nnaji impressed the franchise’s front office with his musical talent.
NFL: Tyreek Hill Is the Best First-Half WR of This Century
Tyreek Hill has established himself as one of the most electric playmakers in the NFL. Hill dominates the first half of games like no other player.
Dwyane Wade Summed up Jimmy Butler in 5 Simple Words
Jimmy Butler is one of the most complicated and misunderstood players in the NBA. But Dwyane Wade summed him up quite easily.
The Warriors’ Smartest Trade Ever Might Be Monta Ellis for Andrew Bogut
Steph Curry’s incredible rise muscled out fan-favorite, Monta Ellis, and unknowingly changed Andrew Bogut’s NBA career forever.
Grand Prix Driver Tom Pryce Died After Hitting a Fire Marshall at 170 Mile Per Hour: ‘There Was No Joy After That’
Formula 1’s safety procedures are a response to past tragedies. The story of Tom Pryce’s crash in 1977 was one of the worst.
Michael Irvin Saved His Football Career By Not Playing Football at His Prep School
Former Cowboys wide receiver Michael Irvin took a year off sports entirely — and it may have saved his future career in the NFL.
The Tragic Circumstances of Formula 1 Driver Roger Williamson’s Horrific Death in 1973
It took an era of deadly accidents to convince Formula 1 to increase safety. One of the worst was the terrible loss of Roger Williamson.
The Steelers Lost to the Bills Partly Because of Dancing
The Buffalo Bills are better than they’ve been in years. But in a win against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the Bills’ defense made an impression.
Bad News for Russia; Vladimir Putin Is Barred From the Olympics and Needs to Fork Over $1.27 Million
The scale of Russia’s systemic PED-based cheating is astounding, affecting international sports. And the nation’s sports have been upended.
LeBron James and Odell Beckham Jr.’s Tattoo Artist, Bang Bang, Charges $350 an Hour
There aren’t many easy paths to making $350 or more per hour. Tattoo artist Keith “Bang Bang” McCurdy found one way. Unfortunately for most of us, it involves being so good, you impress the likes of LeBron James into becoming a regular customer. Bang Bang’s also the preferred tattooist for Odell Beckham Jr., who rivals …
Tom Brady Explains the Worst Part of Solely Focusing on the NFL: ‘People Close to You Get the Short End of the Stick’
When Tom Brady finally wraps up his legendary football career, he intends to make up for his many years of the NFL dominating his life.
Saints Fans Don’t Hate the Idea of Taysom Hill Taking Over After Drew Brees Retires
Taysom Hill’s 3-1 run as the fill-in quarterback proves that the New Orleans Saints can win as he runs the offensive ship.
Tyrod Taylor Chooses Chargers Doctor’s Fate After the QB’s Freak Lung Injury
Even as Tyrod Taylor is forced to watch from the sidelines, the Chargers quarterback-in-waiting chooses to be a team player.
FIFA Council Officials Will Earn $80,000 for a Conference Call as the Soccer Industry Struggles to Survive
COVID-19 completely disrupted sports this year. At the pro level, most of the chaos was felt in the earlier part of the year. Although profits fell, with fewer games broadcast and stadiums sitting empty, owners didn’t sweat too much. Billionaires came up big this year. But while many athletes, like Zion Williamson and Kevin Love, …
Carson Palmer’s Brother Has Been Shaping Elite Quarterbacks for Years
Retired NFL quarterback Carson Palmer made it in the NFL, but his lesser-known brother Jordan Palmer didn’t. In the end, it worked out.
Orlando Magic Draft Pick Cole Anthony’s Life Almost Ended Before It Started
Rookie Orlando Magic point guard Cole Anthony faces a bright future in the NBA. But his life was nearly cut short.
The Difference Between Bronny James and LeBron James at Age 16 Is Staggering
Bronny James is taking basketball seriously. Just analyze the way he looks today, at 16 years old, compared to his dad, LeBron James.
A Mic’d Up Joey Bosa Will Terrify You and Make You Laugh: ‘You’re Going Crazy, Joey’
After games, Joey Bosa seems like a lovable, fun guy. But in games, in the midst of all the violence, he switches into a different gear.
Andy Reid Took a Hilarious Shot at Travis Kelce After a Recent Chiefs Win
Postgame interviews and comments by Chiefs coach Andy Reid, hilariously explain why Travis Kelce’s play went down as it did.
Julio Jones’ Lucrative Contract Has More Guaranteed Money Than Some Quarterbacks
Julio Jones has made his value known to the league. And the veteran Falcons wide receiver is compensated accordingly.
Tom Brady’s Dad Was Going to Be a Priest Until He Got in Trouble for Listening to the World Series
Now that he’s an iconic NFL quarterback, it’s hard to recall that Tom Brady’s path led him to a crossroads that mirrors his dad’s experience.
Tom Brady’s Catholic Upbringing Affects His Game More Than He Thinks
It’s funny that Tom Brady ended up playing in the Boston area. Given the heavily Catholic makeup of the region, the QB managed to fit in.
Is Patrick Mahomes the Clear Choice for NFL MVP Again?
Does Patrick Mahomes deserve the MVP in a season where new players, as well as old ones, are putting on career-defining performances?
How Many NFL Teams Are There and Who Were the Original 8 Teams?
The modern NFL is made up of 32 teams — the result of decades of expansions and contractions that started with eight teams.
Aaron Rodgers Just Gained Even More Respect After Watching Mike McCarthy’s Cowboys
Mike McCarthy’s Cowboys lost to the Washington Football Team and perhaps proved that McCarthy was carried by Aaron Rodgers all along.
Why a ‘Super Chill’ Pope Francis Met With Bucks Star Kyle Korver and a Small Group of NBA Players
It took promises for pointed action against racial injustice to keep the NBA season afloat. This included a meeting with Pope Francis.
Here’s Exactly How Steph Curry Is Training This Offseason, According to His Trainer of 10 Years
For the Warriors to win, Steph Curry must pick up the pieces. Needless to say, he’s not wasting time this offseason in training.
The NFL Stole 7 Athletes From the 1995 MLB Draft, Including Tom Brady and Daunte Culpepper
The 1995 MLB draft saw a whopping seven players, including Tom Brady and Daunte Culpepper, declined baseball to play in the NFL instead.
Miles Bridges Follows 1 Rule for Saving and Spending His $10 Million Net Worth
With millions already in the bank and more guaranteed across three years, it looks like Mile Bridges is going to be all right.
Bryson DeChambeau’s Trainer Explains Exactly How the Golfer Bulked Up and Broke Tiger Wood’s Driving Record
Bryson DeChambeau bulked up his body. When someone’s training helps them break a Tiger Woods record, the competition notices.
Were the Dallas Cowboys Ever This Bad Under Jason Garrett?
The Mike McCarthy era is a complete bust. Cowboys fans can’t help by ask, “Could former head coach Jason Garrett have done any better?”
Danny Amendola Got His Toughness From His Brother Who ‘Used to Beat the Sh*t Out of Me’
Wide receiver Danny Amendola grew up in a football-loving family, with a coach for a father and a competitive brother.
T-Wolves Draft Pick Isaiah Stewart Rejected His Idol, Patrick Ewing, to Play for the Washington Huskies
2020 NBA draft pick Isaiah Stewart, who grew up admiring Patrick Ewing, was confronted with a decision involving his very idol.
Philadelphia 76ers Fans Were Quick to Notice a Small Detail in the Team’s New Uniforms
The Philadelphia 76ers recently debuted new uniforms. True Sixers fans were quick to point out a small detail hidden in the uniform.
Alex Trebek Helped This Philadelphia Eagles Coach Train
Alex Trebek’s years-long battle with cancer came to an end this past November 8. The days since have seen an astonishing breadth of mourning. Some of it has come from often unexpected places, including the NFL. Some of the connections are direct, like the time Aaron Rodgers won Celebrity Jeopardy! while a beaming Alex Trebek …
Tom Brady Admits He Related to a Major Theme of Michael Jordan’s ‘The Last Dance’
Watching the Michael Jordan documentary, The Last Dance, Tom Brady saw an athlete experience a sports career that resembled his own.
Tom Brady and His Kids Are Divided on Tampa Bay’s Climate: ‘I’m Never Going Back to Cold Weather’
Tom Brady seems comfortable in Tampa Bay, despite his late-career shift. He loves the warm weather. But his kids don’t agree with him.
The Eagles Missed a Massive Opportunity to Get the Best Receiver in the League
The Philadelphia Eagles’ wide receiver wish list before the trade deadline was long. Yet the day came and went without any big moves.
Former NFL Player Ralph Brown Blew His Net Worth Then Ditched His Family in This Weird Missing Person Case
For former NFL player Ralph Brown, a decade of NFL salaries still couldn’t help him through a money mismanagement and personal issues.
NASCAR Driver Jason Leffler’s Life Was Tragically Cut Short in Horrific Crash
After an unexpected mechanical failure, NASCAR driver Jason Leffler lost his life while moonlighting at a dirt track.
Joey Logano Defends Himself Against Kyle Busch’s Claim That He Has Zero Friends in Racing: ‘I Have Business Relationships’
Joey Logano is known for being awkward at best and violent at worst concerning his NASCAR colleagues, especially according to Kyle Busch.
The Tragic Death of Glenn ‘Fireball’ Roberts Forced NASCAR to Research Fire-Retardant Suits
In 1964, the horrifying crash of driver Glenn “Fireball” Roberts set off a wave of safety measures that affect NASCAR to this day.
Tony Gonzalez’s Brother Saved His Life and Made Him Play Football
Tony Gonzalez was an incredible tight end in the NFL. But to get there, he borrowed his drive from his brother Chris Gonzalez.