Lakers blow 25-point lead NBA Cup-opening loss to Warriors
The Lakers kicked off NBA Cup Group play by blowing a 25-point lead to the Warriors, whose smothering defense changed Friday night's game.
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Why Skip Bayless picks Vikings to win the NFC over the Rams
Skip Bayless is not backing away from his belief in the Minnesota Vikings, even with the Los Angeles Rams viewed as one of the NFC’s biggest threats. The outspoken analyst sees Minnesota as a legitimate contender to come out of the conference, and his confidence largely comes down to two major strengths: Kyler Murray’s arrival […] The post Why Skip Bayless picks Vikings to win the NFC over the Rams appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Jordan Ott feels Nikola Jokic, Nuggets will ‘test’ Suns young group
PHOENIX– Jordan Ott knows what the Phoenix Suns need. Defense, defense, and more defense. The team is dead last in defensive rating through three games. Although the sample size is small, the Denver Nuggets can exploit that. Granted, their offense isn’t as high-octane as usual, but with Nikola Jokic running the show, they can quickly […] The post Jordan Ott feels Nikola Jokic, Nuggets will ‘test’ Suns young group appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Giants’ Brian Burns names ‘unsung hero’ of NY’s defense
Coach John Harbaugh’s New York Giants have plenty of problems to fix, but suddenly look like the favorites in the NFC East heading into a bye week. Giants GM Joe Schoen had a message for his team’s playoff chances, while defensive star Brian Burns made a bold statement about one of his most well known […] The post Giants’ Brian Burns names ‘unsung hero’ of NY’s defense appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Georgia’s KJ Bolden expected to make return vs. Florida
The No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs are set to take on the No. 17 Florida Gators for what should be a thrilling SEC showdown. Going into the contest, however, it appears the Bulldogs’ defense will get a big boost in the secondary with KJ Bolden finally returning from injury. Reports indicate that the junior safety is […] The post Georgia’s KJ Bolden expected to make return vs. Florida appeared first on ClutchPoints.
‘The Lions Will Expose the Vikings’ — Ex-NFL LB Makes Concerning Prediction for Minnesota’s ‘Big, Bad Wolf’ Defense
Emmanuel Acho warns the unbeaten Vikings are about to face an offense unlike anything they’ve seen all season in Week 8 against the Lions.
Lions Safety Kerby Joseph Breaks Silence on Injury Return
The Detroit Lions opened the practice window for safety Kerby Joseph this week. Joseph talked after practice for the first time since the beginning of the season. He called his return to the practice field nostalgic. “Nostalgic man, just being back out there felt nostalgic,” Joseph told Colton Pouncy of The Athletic. Lions S Kerby […] The post Lions Safety Kerby Joseph Breaks Silence on Injury Return appeared first on HEAVY.
Packers’ Xavier McKinney Shares Strong Words After NFL Punishment
Green Bay Packers DB Xavier McKinney was not afraid to publicly call out the NFL after his team's loss to the Lions, and he paid big for it. The post Packers’ Xavier McKinney Shares Strong Words After NFL Punishment appeared first on HEAVY.
Max Kellerman exposes ‘lazy’ Luka Doncic’s alleged trick to avoid playing defense
Nobody can deny that Lakers star guard Luka Dončić is one of the NBA’s best offensive players. Dončić’s defense doesn’t earn the same acclaim. Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during a game against the Portland Trail Blazers in Los Angeles on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026. Max Kellerman did not mince words about...
Todd Wash Takes Over the Panthers' Defense After Ejiro Evero's Firing, but Four Missing Cornerbacks Could Limit How Much Changes Right Away
Todd Wash now calls the Panthers' defense after Ejiro Evero's firing, and his secondary leans on Marco Wilson and a corner fresh off his NFL debut.
‘Should Have Happened 2–3 Years Ago,’ ‘Defense Wasn’t the Problem Last Night’ — NFL Fans Divided Over Panthers Firing DC Ejiro Evero
Ejiro Evero’s reported firing split Panthers fans, with some celebrating the move and others questioning whether Carolina addressed its biggest problem.
Chris Jones Sends Strong Message to Those Saying He’s Slowing Down
The Kansas City Chiefs are mostly having a solid season defensively. They rank in the top half of the NFL against both the pass and run, and are giving up the second-fewest points per game at 17.2. However, one glaring struggle they are having is getting sacks. The Chiefs have just eight sacks on the […] The post Chris Jones Sends Strong Message to Those Saying He’s Slowing Down appeared first on HEAVY.
Is This Steelers Defense Better Than Last Season’s Unit? The Analytics Tell a Compelling Tale
The Steelers defense has made significant strides under Patrick Graham. A comparison of the 2025 and 2026 analytics reveals just how much the unit has improved.
Panthers Fire Ejiro Evero and Jonathan Cooley After Lambeau Loss, Leaving Todd Wash 10 Days to Fix the Defense Before Denver
Dave Canales fired defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero and pass game coordinator Jonathan Cooley, and Todd Wash takes over Carolina's defense before Denver.
Did Bears’ Ben Johnson Give an Overlooked Hint Before Jeffery Simmons Trade?
Did Ben Johnson hint at the Chicago Bears' blockbuster Jeffery Simmons trade before it happened? One comment could offer a clue about what's next.
Steelers Need to Make This Change on Defense in Week 8 vs. Browns
The Steelers must tighten their coverage against the Browns in Week 8 after allowing 183 yards after the catch in their Week 4 loss.
Commanders’ Dan Quinn Blasted for Sudden Coaching Change
Washington Commanders' head coach Dan Quinn is getting trashed for making a sudden coaching change. The post Commanders’ Dan Quinn Blasted for Sudden Coaching Change appeared first on HEAVY.
Hawks’ Quin Snyder reveals ‘growth’ moment that helped break three-game losing streak
ATLANTA – After starting the season 2-0, the Atlanta Hawks had lost their last three games coming into their matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. They’ve had several problems throughout the course of the week, but nothing was bigger than making shots, which in turn bled into their defense not getting stops when they needed. It […] The post Hawks’ Quin Snyder reveals ‘growth’ moment that helped break three-game losing streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.
3 Good and 2 Not-So-Good Things Following Packers Win Over Panthers
The Packers held on for a 27-19 win over the Panthers on Thursday night, improving to 5-3.
Denver Broncos lb Alex Singleton Named AFC Defensive Player of the Week
The Denver Broncos had a great week from their entire team against the Arizona Cardinals with multiple standout performers, but none better than inside linebacker Alex Singleton. Singleton finished the game with an unreal 19 total tackles, including a sack, and was all over the field making plays for the Broncos defense. That’s the most […] The post Denver Broncos lb Alex Singleton Named AFC Defensive Player of the Week appeared first on HEAVY.
Ravens’ Kyle Hamilton eases concerns about knee injury after returning to practice
Kyle Hamilton provided assurances that he is making his strides in his recovery from injury as the Baltimore Ravens reach the midpoint of the 2026 NFL season. Hamilton has been playing in the NFL since 2022, going through his fifth season with the Ravens. He stands out as one of the best defenders in the […] The post Ravens’ Kyle Hamilton eases concerns about knee injury after returning to practice appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Ashton Jeanty gives Jets bulletin board material with vague defense dig
Even amid a miserable season, Ashton Jeanty smiled confidently when asked about the Jets, taking a swing at their defense.
Packers Get Huge Micah Parsons Injury News Right Before Panthers Clash
The Green Bay Packers have received a big injury update on Micah Parsons right before their Week 8 action. The post Packers Get Huge Micah Parsons Injury News Right Before Panthers Clash appeared first on HEAVY.
Bears added a game-changer in DT Jeffery Simmons but his fit in Dennis Allen's scheme could change everything for Chicago's defense – A to Z Sports
Bears added a game-changer in DT Jeffery Simmons but his fit in Dennis Allen's scheme could change everything for Chicago's defense A to Z Sports