As the 2024 NFL Draft approaches, we look back on the college career arc of Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver and return specialist Isaiah Williams. The narrative of his college career is a bit reminiscent of Aaron Bailey. Just like Bailey, Williams was a very highly rated quarterback recruit who chose Illinois, instead of one of the blue blood programs who offered him, … [Read more...] about Illini WR Isaiah Williams Took Unique Path to NFL Draft
Final 2024 NFL Mock Draft Update (4-25-24)
Detroit Rock City is ready to rock tomorrow night, as the NFL Draft is here! (Ready to rock, but not ready to roll. Rock is still here, but what happened to "roll?") Meaning it is time for our final 2024 NFL Mock Draft. Projecting who each NFL team will take on draft night is a very popular activity, as there are literally hundreds of NFL mock drafts available on the … [Read more...] about Final 2024 NFL Mock Draft Update (4-25-24)
50 of the Worst NFL Draft Cliches, Buzzwords, and Word Salad
It is now Scouting Combine week, which means we have enough soundbites for every NFL draft prospect to make some word salad. Actually, the gobbedly-gook started flowing well before this week, due to the over-usage of NFL Draft cliches. All Draftniks do it, not just Mel Kiper or Daniel Jeremiah. Yes, I'm aware that many of these are just scouting terms that have made their … [Read more...] about 50 of the Worst NFL Draft Cliches, Buzzwords, and Word Salad
West Ham United Starting XI Prediction vs Liverpool FC
Since March 7, across all competitions, West Ham United have won just twice, and only once against an English opponent. That is eight matches in total, and along the way, they got knocked out of Europa League. And entering the weekend clash with Liverpool FC, it looks like they won't be returning to the UEL next season. The Irons are fading fast from the top six. Of course, … [Read more...] about West Ham United Starting XI Prediction vs Liverpool FC
West Ham Team News vs Liverpool: Bowen, Aguerd, Mavropanos
West Ham United certainly have more advantages than just the home pitch when they host Liverpool on Saturday. Not having to play to midweek, unlike Liverpool and most of the league, the Hammers got more time to try and get Jarrod Bowen, Nayef Aguerd and Konstantinos Mavropanos all match fit. Plus, they are catching Liverpool at the exact right time. The Reds saw their league … [Read more...] about West Ham Team News vs Liverpool: Bowen, Aguerd, Mavropanos
What Illinois Star Isaiah Williams Brings to the Next Level
With the 2024 NFL Draft drawing closer, we now re-post this feature article and exclusive with day three prospect Isaiah Williams, from the Reliaquest Bowl postgame press opportunities When you play a Big Ten West opponent, the Big Ten West envelops you. It's not just a college football division, it's an all-consuming force of nature. … [Read more...] about What Illinois Star Isaiah Williams Brings to the Next Level
7 Essential Tips for Those Striving to Enter the Sports Field
The sports industry offers a vibrant selection of career opportunities that go beyond athletic performance to include roles in management, marketing, event planning, and more. This field attracts individuals passionate about sports who seek to combine their love for the game with their professional aspirations. The allure of working in sports is not only in the excitement and … [Read more...] about 7 Essential Tips for Those Striving to Enter the Sports Field
Chelsea FC Starting XI Prediction at Aston Villa
Chelsea will finish this 2023-24 season in mid-table and trophyless because they are a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde kind of side. "We are capable of having an amazing performance and three days after, we show the extremes," manager Mauricio Pochettino said after yesterday's 5-0 destruction at the hands of Arsenal. "Our standards are not sustained for the bad days. When we have … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC Starting XI Prediction at Aston Villa