The tradition continues! Every year since 2008, The Sports Bank has published a NFL mock draft, and this is our inaugural version for 2026. However, the 2026 NFL mock draft comes with a new twist! The Sports Bank LLC Owner/Founder Paul M. Banks is a Contributor to Draft Wire, USA Today's NFL Draft focused website. So we'll be taking snippets from Banks' articles and linking … [Read more...] about 2026 NFL Mock Draft Version 1.0
UNC Tar Heels Star RJ Davis: Does He Have a Chance to Get Drafted?
RJ Davis is the all-time leader in minutes played, free throw percentage and field goal attempts in North Carolina Tar Heels basketball history. He is also the program's second leading all-time scorer, behind only Tyler Hansbrough, one of the greatest players in college basketball history. Rewriting the Carolina record book is quite a feat, when you consider their extremely … [Read more...] about UNC Tar Heels Star RJ Davis: Does He Have a Chance to Get Drafted?
Liverpool Left Back Andy Robertson Drawing Interest from Atletico Madrid
The summer transfer window always brings with it a domino effect. Liverpool FC are likely nearing the signing of Milos Kerkez, from AFC Bournemouth, to become their new first choice left back. So what will become of the incumbent, Andy Robertson? He could stay and fight for his place. Or the Scotland national team captain could make a move to Atletico Madrid, who are … [Read more...] about Liverpool Left Back Andy Robertson Drawing Interest from Atletico Madrid
Goalkeeper Joan Garcia Set for €25m Move to FC Barcelona
FC Barcelona are about to sign a new goalkeeper- Espanyol's Joan Garcia. The Catalan club will pay €25 million ($28.9 million) to exercise the release clause of Joan Garcia, 24, according to ESPN FC. That said, this deal is not over the line yet. Before Joan Garcia even gets to the medical evaluation and contract signing steps, Barcelona need to secure the funding. As has … [Read more...] about Goalkeeper Joan Garcia Set for €25m Move to FC Barcelona
Ian Happ Continues Defensive Dominance in LF for Cubs
Ian Happ won his third straight Gold Glove award this offseason, becoming the first Chicago Cubs outfielder to ever accomplish the feat. From 2022 (Happ's lone All-Star season) to 2024, the dominant defender led all left fielders with 31 outfield assists. He also ranked second in MLB with 23 defensive runs saved over that three year span. Known for his elite level work ethic, … [Read more...] about Ian Happ Continues Defensive Dominance in LF for Cubs
Chelsea Starting XI Prediction vs LAFC (Club World Cup)
Los Angeles FC or LAFC have a lot of interesting back-stories. The first opponent for Chelsea FC in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, was originally slated to be Liga MX's Club Léon. LAFC qualified for this tournament after beating Club América 2–1 in a one-match playoff to decide which team would replace Leon. LAFC lost the 2023 Concacaf Champions Cup Final to Léon, and hence … [Read more...] about Chelsea Starting XI Prediction vs LAFC (Club World Cup)
Chelsea Team News vs LAFC: Liam Delap, Dario Essugo, Raheem Sterling, Joao Felix
Monday night sees Chelsea FC begin their 2025 FIFA Club World Cup campaign, and it could mark the Blues debuts of Liam Delap and Dario Essugo. Delap is the new striker signed from Ipswich Town while Essugo is a midfielder who moved over from Sporting CP. As you can see, Chelsea have been busy this summer transfer window. … [Read more...] about Chelsea Team News vs LAFC: Liam Delap, Dario Essugo, Raheem Sterling, Joao Felix
PSG vs Atletico Madrid Starting XI Predictions (Club World Cup)
Paris Saint-Germain and Atletico Madrid will clash at the Rose Bowl, one of the world's most beautiful overall settings, on Sunday. The more than a century old venue is also a very historic site, and this weekend adds a new chapter to its illustrious history with a 2025 FIFA Club World Cup group stage match. It's a pretty big one too as these are two strong tournament title … [Read more...] about PSG vs Atletico Madrid Starting XI Predictions (Club World Cup)
PSG vs Atletico Team News: Ousmane Dembele, Bradley Barcola, Jan Oblak
The Rose Bowl, one of the world's most scenic and iconic stadiums, will host a FIFA Club World Cup group stage match on Sunday that features two sides who are near full fitness. Just three injury/fitness/availability concerns to cover here, and we'll start with Paris Saint-Germain. Ousmane Dembele is a doubt here after withdrawing from France's loss to Spain in the UEFA Nations … [Read more...] about PSG vs Atletico Team News: Ousmane Dembele, Bradley Barcola, Jan Oblak
FC Bayern Starting Lineup Prediction vs Auckland City (Club World Cup)
Auckland City vs Bayern Munich is a classic David vs Goliath matchup. At least when you look at the overall big picture. While Auckland are massive underdogs here to the Bavarian behemoths, they are also the biggest fish, by far, in their own pond. They were only founded in 2004, but they have 10 New Zealand top flight titles, and 13 Oceania Champions League crowns. … [Read more...] about FC Bayern Starting Lineup Prediction vs Auckland City (Club World Cup)
