Pass protection isn’t the most glamorous part of a running back’s job. But San Francisco 49ers’ Christian McCaffrey has always emphasized the importance of excelling at it to make life easier for his quarterbacks when defenses send blitzes. That understanding and skill have come after spending nine years in the NFL, though. According to his […]
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Al Horford is opting out of his contract, but he intends to return to the NBA for a 20th season with the Golden State Warriors.
There is no love lost between the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers. Both teams are rivals in the NFC West and have played more than 150 times dating back to 1950. That rivalry still holds true even when traveling abroad outside of the United States. Rams head coach Sean McVay got a special […]
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Warriors big man Al Horford will turn down his $5.97MM player option for the 2026/27 season in order to sign a new two-year contract with Golden State, sources tell Anthony Slater and Shams Charania of ESPN. Horford’s new deal will be worth $14MM, per Charania and Slater, which suggests the Warriors will re-sign him using […]
It’s been a chaotic few days for the San Francisco Giants, with criticism swirling around the team, slugger Rafael Devers, and manager Tony Vitello growing. In particular, after Devers tried to refuse to be pinch-run for against the Miami Marlins. So, it’s gone a long way to get home and get back on track against […]
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The NHL Draft isn’t something Edmonton Oilers fans get excited about anymore. The days of drafting near the top of the first round, or even on the opening day, are long gone. The focus now is on winning the Stanley Cup. Edmonton traded its 2026 first-round pick to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for…
For six years, the San Jose Sharks operated like a team with nothing but time. They tore the roster down to the studs, bottomed out in the standings, and collected…
The Golden State Warriors first round pick solidifies the fact that they are firmly in win-now mode.
Less than 24 hours after becoming a Warrior, draft night acquisition Yaxel Lendeborg has already sparked renewed motivation in Stephen Curry. Following reported tension between Joe Lacob and Mike Dunleavy Jr., the Warriors selected Lendeborg 11th overall. What ensued was a viral moment that would define the start of the Michigan star’s NBA career: after […]
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The San Francisco Giants have had their fair share of bad injury news this year, but on Wednesday they got some good news on that front: Heliot Ramos is nearing a return. The Giants All-Star outfielder, who has been sidelined since mid-May, should be wearing a Giants jersey again soon. Prior to Wednesday’s walk-off win […]
Rafael Devers has not been the offensive star the San Francisco Giants hoped for when they traded for him last season from the Boston Red Sox. Adding to the ire of Giants fans has been the attitude of Devers as of late. He recently made a scene in the ninth inning against the Miami Marlins […]
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In each of the last few seasons, the San Francisco Giants have found themselves stuck when it comes to what direction they need to go in at the trade deadline. While they inevitably sold at last year’s deadline, there could’ve been a decent argument for them to buy. However, 2026 is a completely different story. […]
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The Golden State Warriors selected Yaxel Lendeborg with the 11th overall pick on Tuesday night, and the Michigan forward wasted no time making headlines. At his post-draft press conference, Lendeborg revealed he grew up as a Kyrie Irving fan, a loyalty that traces back to the 2016 NBA Finals.That loyalty came with a side effect.“I […]
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Welcome to today’s roundup of New Orleans Saints and NFL news! New Orleans Saints 2026 training camp and joint practice dates announced Check out the offseason dates! Brandon Aiyuk Landing Spots: 3 Destinations For 49ers WR As Potential Release Looms Do the Saints need to add another WR? Biggest hurdles facing the Saints’ defense in […]
We now know who the Golden State Warriors will be bringing in from the 2026 NBA Draft, but what does their starting lineup look like heading into next season?
Brandon Aiyuk is trying to force his way out of San Francisco and into Washington, but his methods may be alienating the entire league in the process. After Aiyuk posted an Instagram video on Sunday night in which he chanted "Go Commanders! Go Commanders! Go Commanders! Raise Hail! Take Command!" ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the receiver's erratic behavior is actually scaring teams away.
"I think every time he opens his mouth, he damages his standing with other teams and he scares othe...
Joey Bosa remains one of the most notable unsigned free agents as June winds down, and according to ESPN's Adam Schefter, he may not sign anywhere at all. Speaking on his podcast this week, Schefter was asked about the long-rumored possibility of Bosa joining the San Francisco 49ers to play alongside his brother Nick, and his answer cast serious doubt on the veteran's future.
"It is more likely than not that Joey Bosa has played his last NFL down," Schefter said. "Now, again, could a situati...
The situation between Brandon Aiyuk and the San Francisco 49ers remains unchanged, with the receiver wanting out and signaling his frustration on social media. San Francisco, however, is not considering a release and would rather work out a trade.Aiyuk also didn’t take the first step toward ending his Reserve/Left Squad status by reporting to OTAs. […]
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The Golden State Warriors held the 11th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and spent the weeks leading up to Tuesday night evaluating every possible direction. Multiple teams reportedly attempted to trade up ahead of Golden State to grab their target. The Warriors stayed put, held their ground, and made the pick they wanted.Yaxel […]
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The Golden State Warriors added a second piece to their 2026 draft class on Wednesday, selecting Florida State guard Lajae Jones at No. 54 overall. The pick came one night after Golden State used the 11th overall selection on Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg, giving the Warriors two players with unconventional paths to the draft.Jones worked […]
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Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold spent the 2023 NFL season as a backup with the San Francisco 49ers. Nonetheless, it was in this campaign that Darnold began to turn around his career in the league, following challenging stints with the New York Jets and the Carolina Panthers.Darnold was the backup, but he got an up-close […]
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The San Jose Sharks announced Tuesday that they have agreed to terms with defenseman Nolan Allan on a two-year contract extension. The deal carries an average annual value of $875,000, which runs through the 2027-28 season. Allan, 23, was set to become a restricted free agent without arbitration rights before the Sharks finalized the extension. […]
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Patrick Willis shares journey from dirt road to Hall of Fame in new kids’ book (paywall)“His pregame speeches… stressed him out more than any open-field runner ever could. Growing up in rural Tennessee, Willis had a speech impediment and was terrified of raising his hand in class. “I had trouble reading. I had trouble really […]
The San Francisco 49ers face questions about their pass rush heading into the 2026 NFL season. Last season, the Niners only tallied 20 team sacks, so if they want to go on a deep playoff run, the 49ers have to bolster that number.Nonetheless, the return of Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams from injury should boost […]
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