As we joked in both edition one and edition two of Illinois Fighting Illini Basketball Transfer Talk, covering NCAA basketball in the offseason has a very European feel these days. By that we mean transfer portal developments occur in a story arc that is similar to the British tabloids covering European soccer players. But now more of the players themselves are Euro, as the … [Read more...] about Illini Basketball Transfer Talk: Mihailo Petrovic, Andrej Stojakovic
Real Madrid Starting Lineup Prediction at Getafe
It hasn't been the season that anyone expected at Real Madrid, but their La Liga title hopes remain very much alive. Up next is a visit to Getafe, a side with nothing to play for the rest of the run in. Getafe is smack dab in the middle of the table, with no chances of European qualification. So that's the bad news for them. … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting Lineup Prediction at Getafe
Real Madrid Team News at Getafe: Ancelotti, Mbappe, Mendy
It appears that the reports of Carlo Ancelotti exiting Real Madrid have been greatly exaggerated. Or those reports are real, but neither the manager, nor the club wanted word to get out yet. Ancelotti addressed his future at the club ahead of tomorrow night's La Liga clash at Getafe: "In football, anything is possible. I'm not surprised by anything, so anything can happen. … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Team News at Getafe: Ancelotti, Mbappe, Mendy
2025 NFL Mock Draft Update 4-22-25
It's time for version 12.0 of our 2025 NFL Mock Draft, and we added some player descriptions this time! Yes, In addition to running and producing The Sports Bank, I also free-lance for two websites on USA Today Sports Media Group's NFL Wires. As a writer for both Draft Wire and Ravens Wire, I have excerpted and linked where relevant for the players that I have written about on … [Read more...] about 2025 NFL Mock Draft Update 4-22-25
50 of the Worst NFL Draft Cliches, Buzzwords, and Word Salad
It is NFL Draft talking season! Which means we have enough soundbites for every NFL draft prospect to make some word salad. Actually, the gobbeldy-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 way … [Read more...] about 50 of the Worst NFL Draft Cliches, Buzzwords, and Word Salad
Spring College Football “Games” Must be Re-Branded, and Here’s How
There is no such thing as a spring college football game. It is not a game. Period. It is an exhibition intra-squad scrimmage. I will die on this hill. I'll never accept the idea that there is such a thing as a college football "spring game." Not a "GAME," but practice. We're talking about practice (Ok now that I got my A.I. not artificial intelligence, but Allen Iverson, … [Read more...] about Spring College Football “Games” Must be Re-Branded, and Here’s How
Illinois Football Has Five National Championships
Since we're talking about Illinois football playoff possibilities this upcoming season, and thus, dreaming of bigger things, let's do a Flashback Friday to the program's five national titles. Yes, Illinois football has five, count 'em five national titles on their program CV. Of course, these were all in the days long before the polls, like the Harris interactive, UPI, BCS … [Read more...] about Illinois Football Has Five National Championships
Illini Football News and Notes: Josh McCray, Recruiting Rankings
It has been a very eventful off-season for the Illini football program. In 2025, they'll return 18/22 starters from a team that went 10-3, won the Citrus Bowl and finished #16 (one spot ahead of Alabama) in the final AP poll. Obviously, the outlook for this team is very positive, as it should be, as spring football nears its conclusion. Lots of Illini football news and notes … [Read more...] about Illini Football News and Notes: Josh McCray, Recruiting Rankings
Exploring the World of Online Casinos: What’s Hot and What’s Not
The internet has revolutionized how folks spend their leisure time, and online casinos are a prime example. Millions now flock to these virtual halls, trying their luck at digital poker tables and spinning colorful slot reels. This shift gives gamers the benefit of comfort, a vast array of selections, and constant innovation. The industry bubbles with tech advancements, giving … [Read more...] about Exploring the World of Online Casinos: What’s Hot and What’s Not
Strategic Tips for Winning Aviator Crash Game
Winning strategies for the Aviator game can be found freely available on the Internet. Aviator online game was developed by Spribe in 2019 and is gaining more and more fans around the world every day. Do you also want to join their number and launch the official website https://aviators.game/? If you do decide to try your luck and test your reactions, it is important to know … [Read more...] about Strategic Tips for Winning Aviator Crash Game
