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With the Indianapolis Colts’ 2026 NFL Draft in the books, the team didn’t have a pick in the first round, but the team made its presence in the middle rounds, especially on Day 3, with one specific selection. As some are saying that the Colts are one of the biggest winners from the 2026 NFL […] The post Colts’ Day 3 NFL Draft pick has desired ‘mean streak,’ per NFL Insider appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Pittsburgh Steelers made some moves during the 2026 NFL Draft. Pittsburgh entered the draft with 12 selections and put them to good use. The Steelers only ended up making seven picks, but they added quality players at almost every selection. Many of those players should have a role during the 2026 season, while others […] The post Steelers rookie from 2026 NFL Draft class who will make biggest impact in Year 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, the consensus opinion was that the Chicago Bears would take an edge rusher at some point. But after making seven picks, no edge rusher was to be found. Instead, Ben Johnson relied on the draft board Chicago had built. The Bears are being constructed with a specific vision in […] The post Bears’ Ben Johnson explains NFL Draft zig when fans expected a zag appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Pittsburgh utilized the George Pickens trade pick to select Drew Allar and subsequently placed an unusual unrestricted free agent (UFA) tender on Aaron Rodgers. This move indicates where the quarterback room currently stands, and while the top of the roster is still being determined, the positions lower on the depth chart are also significant, especially […] The post 1 Steelers undrafted free agent who will make 2026 roster appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Philadelphia Phillies abruptly fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday after a 9-19 start to the season. All of which begs the question: did the Phillies set themselves up for this? According to Jayson Stark of The Athletic, an anonymous scout confided in him that the state of affairs for Philadelphia is not grim, but […] The post Phillies hit with attention-grabbing ‘stale’ reality after firing Rob Thomson appeared first on ClutchPoints.
As expected, former player and assistant coach Damon Jones has plead guilty to charges stemming from the NBA gambling scandal that also saw Terry Rozier and Chauncey Billups get arrested. On Tuesday, Apr. 28, 2026, Jones became the first person to plead guilty in the gambling scandal, which resulted in over 30 people being arrested. […] The post Damon Jones becomes first person to plead guilty in gambling scandal that also caught Terry Rozier, Chauncey Billups appeared first on ClutchPoints.
On Monday evening, the Detroit Pistons fell into a shocking 3-1 hole in their first round playoff series against the Orlando Magic with an ugly 94-88 Game 4 loss. Pistons big man Jalen Duren yet again struggled to make an impact on either end of the floor in this one, finishing the game with 12 […] The post Jalen Duren’s defiant declaration as he continues to get punked in Pistons-Magic series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd couldn’t be prouder of his young cornerstone, and he made that crystal clear after Cooper Flagg was officially recognized as the NBA’s Rookie of the Year. Kidd took to social media to celebrate the moment, posting a heartfelt message: “Thrilled to see Cooper Flagg recognized with the NBA Rookie […] The post Mavericks’ Jason Kidd breaks silence on Cooper Flagg winning Rookie of the Year appeared first on ClutchPoints.
With the Phoenix Suns suffering a sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4, a 131-122 loss on Monday night, some could argue that the team overachieved this season. With Suns stars Dillon Brooks and Devin Booker reacting after the sweep, the former would have a defiant take on how the […] The post Suns’ Dillon Brooks stays defiant until end as Phoenix gets swept by Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Cincinnati Reds are set to begin a three-game series with the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday night. Before the series, the Reds shared an important injury update. Left-handed reliever Caleb Ferguson was sent to Double-A for a rehab assignment, the team announced on Tuesday. Ferguson signed a contract with the Reds this past offseason. The […] The post Reds share crucial injury update ahead of Rockies series appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Los Angeles Rams picking Ty Simpson No. 13 overall in the 2026 NFL Draft was one of the most controversial selections made in the first round. Many believed the club would focus on a “win-now” type of player, but instead opted for the quarterback of the future. On Tuesday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter shared a […] The post Adam Schefter drops Ty Simpson revelation that makes Rams’ pick even more bold appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Connor McDavid has not been operating at full health for the Edmonton Oilers in their first-round Stanley Cup Playoff series against the Anaheim Ducks — and his absence from morning skate ahead of a potential elimination Game 5 is not a great sign. “No sign of Connor McDavid as the Oilers morning skate begins at […] The post Oilers superstar Connor McDavid’s absence from morning skate rings alarm bells appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Denver Nuggets are still alive! Nikola Jokic and his squad will now head back to Minnesota for Game 6, down 3-2 in the first-round series. With the sudden injuries to Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo, the T-Wolves could be on the verge of blowing a 3-1 lead. With the depth that the Nuggets have, […] The post Nuggets’ Cam Johnson finally makes Michael Porter Jr. trade worth it vs. Timberwolves, but will it last? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
On Monday evening, the Phoenix Suns saw their 2025-26 season come to an end with a tough Game 4 home loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, completing a sweep of their first round series. The Suns performed well above expectations throughout this season, but it was still a disappointing playoff result against the defending champs. […] The post Suns’ Jalen Green dominated play-in, but Thunder series exposes warts appeared first on ClutchPoints.
With their backs up against the wall and trailing 2-1 to the Atlanta Hawks and facing a scenario where they could go down 3-1 on the road, the New York Knicks played arguably their most passionate and relentless game of the year. Karl-Anthony Towns stepped up in a huge way for the Knicks in Atlanta […] The post Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns face do-or-die Game 5 scenario vs. Hawks with title dreams on the line appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The San Francisco Giants are looking for solid production this season from slugger Rafael Devers. Devers has so far failed to deliver those eye-popping stats. “People haven’t talked about him as much as other disappointing players, but he has the worst fWAR in baseball, a strikeout rate over 30 percent, and only two home runs […] The post The lousy numbers behind Rafael Devers’ MLB-worst flop to begin 2026 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Earlier this week, the Los Angeles Lakers suffered their first loss of the playoffs with a blowout Game 4 defeat against the Houston Rockets. The Lakers are still in firm control of the series, up 3-1 as things shift back to Los Angeles for Game 5, but the team would love to get some good […] The post Lakers rumors: Austin Reaves set to return vs. Rockets. What about Luka Doncic? appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Another turn has taken place in the ongoing Dianna Russini-Mike Vrabel scandal as an alleged Spotify playlist has emerged from the NFL coach’s time with the Tennessee Titans. David Covucci dug up the Spotify playlist, which was titled “Turnin the Page” and was shared with a user named “Mike” on Dec. 19, 2022. This was […] The post Fans run absolutely wild with alleged Dianna Russini Spotify playlist for Mike Vrabel appeared first on ClutchPoints.
After a 10-game winning streak, the Chicago Cubs are now on a three-game losing streak. On Monday, they fell short to the San Diego Padres 9-7. Mason Miller closed it out, despite having his scoreless innings streak halted under a controversial call. In the 9th, the Padres led 9-5. Chicago left fielder Matt Shaw hit […] The post Craig Counsell reacts to finding success vs. Mason Miller despite loss vs. Padres appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Minnesota Timberwolves dropped Game 5 to the Denver Nuggets 125-113 on Monday night, but veteran guard Mike Conley made sure Jaden McDaniels stayed grounded amid a hostile road environment. McDaniels was met with consistent boos from the Denver crowd throughout the contest, and Conley addressed the situation directly during a locker room scrum with […] The post Timberwolves’ Mike Conley keeps it 100 with Jaden McDaniels on Nuggets fans’ merciless boos appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Detroit Pistons signed Kevin Huerter after he was traded by the Chicago Bulls alongside Dario Saric for Jaden Ivey. Huerter, however, has not found the transition the easiest, which is also due to the consistent injuries he has suffered this season. The 27-year-old suffered a left hip injury in Detroit’s Game 3 loss to […] The post Pistons ripped for not getting Ayo Dosunmu in Jaden Ivey trade with Bulls appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green has been calling out aspects of the current state of the NBA, including the ongoing NBA Playoffs, despite the team being eliminated in the play-in tournament. The Warriors forward in Green has been known for blasting people verbally and has been in altercations on the court with many, including […] The post Warriors’ Draymond Green begrudgingly gives Rudy Gobert credit for defense on Nikola Jokic appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The New York Yankees recently placed Giancarlo Stanton on the IL with a calf injury. Manager Aaron Boone shared an encouraging update on Stanton’s injury, however, via ESPN. “It doesn’t look too serious, but enough to not want to wait a couple of more days,” Boone said. Stanton was hitting .256 with a .724 OPS […] The post Yankees manager Aaron Boone’s Giancarlo Stanton IL revelation is actually a sigh of relief appeared first on ClutchPoints.
On Monday evening, the Phoenix Suns’ 2025-26 season came to an end with a Game 4 home loss at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder, completing a sweep of their first round playoff matchup. While it was an unceremonious end to the season, the Suns still performed well above expectations this year, making the […] The post Mat Ishbia already plotting next move in message to Suns fans after Thunder sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints.
