Arlington International Racecourse, more commonly known as Arlington Park, is located in Arlington Heights, Illinois; a northwest suburb of Chicago. Up until two years ago, Churchill Downs Inc. owned the 326-acre site, when the sold the property to the Chicago Bears for $197.2 million. That deal finally closed in February, but everything that has happened since has only … [Read more...] about Arlington Park: No Horseracing Anymore, Maybe No Bears Football Either
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Chicago Bears in Arlington Heights? The Good, Bad, Ugly
Editor's note: In the wake of Chicago Bears President Kevin Warren holding his "town hall" of sorts with the village of Arlington Heights, we re-publish this piece on the situation from early 2022. You've heard the news by now- the Chicago Bears have signed the purchase agreement for the Arlington International Racecourse property in suburban Arlington Heights, Illinois. … [Read more...] about Chicago Bears in Arlington Heights? The Good, Bad, Ugly
Famous Sports Betting Stories: Triumphs, Tragedies, and Unforgettable Moments
Sports betting has always been an integral part of the world of sports, adding an extra layer of excitement and anticipation for fans. Over the years, there have been numerous famous sports betting stories that have captured the imagination of enthusiasts worldwide. From triumphant victories to heartbreaking losses and unforgettable moments, these stories have become part of … [Read more...] about Famous Sports Betting Stories: Triumphs, Tragedies, and Unforgettable Moments
NFL Legend J.J. Watt Buys Minority Stake in Burnley FC
J.J. Watt is the latest example of the synergy between world football and American football. The Houston Texans and Wisconsin Badgers legend, along with his wife, former NWSL star Keila Ohai, have purchased a minority stake in English club Burnley FC. Nicknamed The Clarets, Burnley fell down from the Premier League last season, to the second tier, known as the … [Read more...] about NFL Legend J.J. Watt Buys Minority Stake in Burnley FC
Ryan Leaf EXCLUSIVE: Former QB Opens Up About His Addiction and Recovery
Given a. it's NFL Draft night and b. the opioids epidemic that is currently gripping America, we now re-publish this piece from November 2, 2018, and our Ryan Leaf exclusive from November 29, 2018. In the first college football game I attended as a student, the visiting team scored an 80-yard touchdown pass on the very first play from scrimmage. … [Read more...] about Ryan Leaf EXCLUSIVE: Former QB Opens Up About His Addiction and Recovery
Ryan Leaf Overcame Opioids, Prison to Become Inspirational Recovery Advocate
Given a. it's NFL Draft night and b. the opioids epidemic that is currently gripping America, we now re-publish this piece from November 2, 2018, and our Ryan Leaf exclusive from November 29, 2018. Ryan Leaf is known by many football fans as perhaps the greatest bust in NFL Draft history. His career began with an endless debate about who should be taken first in the 1998 … [Read more...] about Ryan Leaf Overcame Opioids, Prison to Become Inspirational Recovery Advocate
Northwestern OL Peter Skoronski to Bears at #9 Makes Perfect Sense
It is always fascinating when a real blue chip NFL prospect plays for a truly awful team. Such is the case with Peter Skoronski, an intensely athletic offensive tackle who protects his quarterback with the best of them. He can also play center and could see himself slotting in at that position too. Northwestern is really bad these days, like back to the 1980s Dark Ages of NU … [Read more...] about Northwestern OL Peter Skoronski to Bears at #9 Makes Perfect Sense
Devon Witherspoon Could go Top 5 Overall in 2023 NFL Draft
"I'm a Devon Witherspoon fan," said NFL Network Draft expert Daniel Jeremiah on a media conference call. "I love his game. He has that good Miami vibe. He brings good energy." Yes, cornerback Devon Witherspoon has, by far, the highest NFL Draft stock of anybody on the 2022 Illinois Fighting Illini team that went 8-5. Although it's worth noting that Johnny Newton will be … [Read more...] about Devon Witherspoon Could go Top 5 Overall in 2023 NFL Draft
