CHARLOTTE, N.C. — In what had to be one of the most highly anticipated preseason rookie debuts in recent NFL history, Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders introduced himself to the league on Friday. He looked good. He looked strong. He looked like a full-fledged NFL quarterback. If Sanders’ goal was to put pressure on the...
NBA 2K26: New features, MyPlayer updates and more
NBA 2K is the latest sports gaming franchise to fully transition into the next generation. On Thursday, fans got their first extensive look at the NBA 2K26, which features several significant upgrades and visual enhancements. Photo Credit: NBA 2k In an era where some sports video games have begun to lean more toward the arcadey...
Throwing sex toys on court at WNBA games is about power, not humor
It’s been 10 days since the first sex toy hit a WNBA court during the Atlanta Dream’s game against the Golden State Valkyries on July 29. Since then, sex toys were thrown during at least six more games, including in Los Angeles, Chicago, Brooklyn and Phoenix. At first, the memes flew fast and furious. The...
Memphis Grizzlies’ Jaren Jackson Jr. changes jersey number to honor father
When Jaren Jackson Jr. initially chose his No. 13 jersey after being drafted fourth overall in the 2018 NBA draft by the Memphis Grizzlies, it was to thumb his nose at his teammates who said it wasn’t a wise decision. Thirteen is the unlucky number. Some hotels don’t have a 13th floor. It’s the day...
Connecticut Sun acquire Aaliyah Edwards from Washington Mystics ahead of WNBA Trade Deadline
On Thursday, the Washington Mystics traded forward Aaliyah Edwards to the Connecticut Sun in exchange for guard Jacy Sheldon and first-round swap rights in the 2026 WNBA Draft. This move comes hours before the deadline ends at 3 p.m. ET. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images) Home Sweet Home: Aaliyah Edwards Returns to Connecticut Edwards, selected...
Geno Smith, Pete Carroll ‘here at the right time together’ with Las Vegas Raiders
HENDERSON, Nev. – Two pillars of the Seattle Seahawks’ success are cornerstones of the Las Vegas Raiders’ latest rebuilding project. Pete Carroll and Geno Smith – formerly Seattle’s head coach and starting quarterback, respectively – have reprised their leading roles in Las Vegas, joining the franchise’s ambitious makeover from the owner’s suite to the field....
Steelers OT Calvin Anderson nearly died from malaria — he’s now advocating to save others
WASHINGTON — As Calvin Anderson walked the long, narrow hallways of the Longworth House Office Building, it didn’t take much for him to stand out. The Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive tackle is 6-foot-5 and more than 300 pounds, towering over U.S. House representatives of Congress and staffers roaming the expansive building. Not to mention, Anderson is...
Pangos All-Euro Camp: Talent Doesn’t Disappoint!
The second edition of the Pangos All-Euro Camp took place at the AEK BC Academy Sports Center in Ano Liosia, a town just outside the Northern region of Athens, Greece. The bi-annual two-day camp was highly anticipated by college and pro hopefuls from Greece and other counties in Europe. In all, young players from 14...
Los Angeles Rams assistant head coach Aubrey Pleasant is climbing the NFL coaching ladder
LOS ANGELES – A surprising comment by Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay reignited the caller’s interest in their phone conversation. While discussing news reports about top NFL coordinators who had interviewed for head coaching openings recently, McVay opined that Rams cornerbacks coach Aubrey Pleasant was as qualified as any of them to lead...
2025 WNBA Trade Scenarios That Could Shake Up The League
The 2025 WNBA Trade deadline ends on Thursday, August 7th, at 3 PM ET. Now is the time for teams to make a final push and acquire players that could help push their team into the playoffs or even help with a rebuild. Ballislife has the perfect mix of potential trades for four specific players....









