Why Brewers-Cubs Series Finale Comes With Massive Stakes
Patrick McAvoy · Sports Illustrated
The Milwaukee Brewers have a chance to put some more space between them and the Chicago Cubs on Thursday.…
OKC's Postseason Shortcomings Could Help Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Win Another MVP
Ivan White · Sports Illustrated
The Thunder couldn't go back-to-back last season, and it might give their star a slight boost as he looks to make more history.…
Why Monaco Could Still Sell USMNT Striker Folarin Balogun After Deadline Day Saga
Jamie Spencer · Sports Illustrated
USMNT striker Folarin Balogun is not necessarily tied to Monaco for the 2026–27 season, even after pulling out of an otherwise agreed transfer to Everton in the…
6 Thoughts About Jets' 2026 Captains After Thursday's Announcement
Nick Faria · Sports Illustrated
The Jets included some surprises and expected names when announcing their 2026 captains on Thursday. Here are half a dozen thoughts on the leadership group.…
Three Storylines I'm Watching Most in Oklahoma State’s Week 1 Matchup Against Tulsa
Matt Postins · Sports Illustrated
The Oklahoma State Cowboys football get the 2026 season started at Tulsa on Saturday. Here are three things I’m watching.…
Houston WR Trent Walker on Facing Former Team in Week 1: ‘I’m a Cougar for 2026’
Maanav Gupta · Sports Illustrated
Houston Cougars transfer wide receiver Trent Walker takes on his former team in Oregon State in Week 1.…
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Disrespect Felt From Tulane Offensive Lineman
Colin Cummings · Sports Illustrated
TU O-lineman Reese Baker was the last of three interviews on Tuesday.…
Best Second-Round Picks in Nuggets History Not Named Nikola Jokic
Jared Koch · Sports Illustrated
A look at some of the best second-round talents the Denver Nuggets have ever brought in––outside of the obvious.…
Does the Gloom Finally End for New Hampshire? Season Preview
Ezekiel Altman · Sports Illustrated
After back-to-back years near the bottom of Hockey East, can UNH get back to the glory days of where its program once was?…
5 Draft Prospects the Giants Should Watch in Week 1 of College Football
Michael Haney · Sports Illustrated
From a loaded Miami defensive tackle duo to a Clemson cornerback facing Lane Kiffin's LSU offense, here are the 2027 prospects worth tracking as the season kick…
Paul Finebaum Names Historic SEC Program With 'Way Too Much to Overcome'
Jaron Spor · Sports Illustrated
Paul Finebaum weighs in on Auburn's outlook, pointing to a significant challenge facing the historic SEC program.…
10 Boise State transfers who could make an immediate impact against Oregon
Bob Lundeberg · Sports Illustrated
Broncos found multiple standouts in transfer portal…
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Spencer Torkelson Ends His Home Run Drought, but Detroit Still Needs More
Yirsandy Rodriguez · Sports Illustrated
Spencer Torkelson finally delivered a big swing for the Tigers, but one home run does not erase the larger power shortage in Detroit’s lineup.…
One Thought for Each of the 16 Players on the Vikings' Practice Squad
Trevor Ripley · Sports Illustrated
The Vikings have fleshed out their practice squad after Sunday's roster deadline. Sports Illustrated's Trevor Ripley has thoughts on everyone on the unit.…
NY Islanders Well Represented on NHL Prospect Tiers
Kenneth Teape · Sports Illustrated
The New York Islanders have several players who appeared in the most recent NHL prospect tiers list.…
Eagles Very High On Tank Bigsby This Year After Massive Offseason Growth
John McMullen · Sports Illustrated
Heading into the 2026 season, the Eagles' coaching staff sees Bigsby as a top-tier insurance policy for a 29-and-a-half-year-old workhorse.…
Three Big Observations From USC Trojans' Updated Depth Chart
Charlie Viehl · Sports Illustrated
The USC Trojans have released their second depth chart of the season, and there a few changes that fans should be aware of.…
New Contract, New AD, Same Expectations: Oklahoma Needs a National Championship
John Hoover · Sports Illustrated
Anticipation for the Sooners in 2026 is high, but Brent Venables might have the squad to do it this year.…
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Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump’s Relationship Timeline: All the Key Moments
Maggie MacKenzie · Sports Illustrated
Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump quietly began dating in late 2024 before making their relationship public in March 2025. From their family connection through golf…
Wizards’ Path to Negotiating Bilal Coulibaly Extension Just Got Clearer
Henry Brown · Sports Illustrated
The Washington Wizards won some much-needed clarity amidst their quest to reach an agreement with their longest-tenured prospect, as more of his former draft cl…
Jared Goff Is Compared To Drew Brees, Praised For Accuracy When Pressured
John Maakaron · Sports Illustrated
Dan Campbell calls Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff underrated.…
Clark Lea: Vanderbilt Football Tight End Cole Spence Questionable Against Austin Peay
Joey Dwyer · Sports Illustrated
Vanderbilt football tight end Cole Spence is injured. Vanderbilt coach Clark Lea updated his status prior to Saturday's opener against Austin Peay.…
Zizza Named ACC Offensive Player of the Week
Mark Blankenbaker · Sports Illustrated
University of Louisville men's soccer midfielder Giacomo Zizza has been named the ACC Offensive Player of the Week following his performances against Kentucky a…
Nets' Mikel Brown Jr. Garners Ultimate Praise From Three-Time All-NBA Guard
Sameer Kumar · Sports Illustrated
One consistent theme from Brown is that he wants to be a genuine student of the game.…
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