To say it wasn’t a September to remember is an understatement, but the good news is it’s over, and we’re on to October. Here are the three puppies I’ll be riding this week: Browns +3 ½ vs. Minnesota I don’t make it a habit to back rookie QBs making their starting debut, especially when that QB has to deal with mad scientist Brian Flores and his diabolical defense. However, … [Read more...] about The (Under) Dogs Are Barking: Week 5
Don’t Worry (Too Much) About Kaprizov Aging
The State of Hockey has spent this week in jubilation over Kirill Kaprizov staying with the Minnesota Wild for the next nine years. The last time Wild fans had so much to celebrate from a signing was back in July 2012, when the team inked the infamous Ryan Suter and Zach Parise contracts. Note… … [Read more...] about Don’t Worry (Too Much) About Kaprizov Aging
Joe Ingles Still Has Something To Give
A lot of the buzz around the Minnesota Timberwolves is about continuity. Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels, and Naz Reid are all entering their sixth season playing together in Minnesota. Julius Randle re-signed to remain in Minnesota after a whirlwind year since the Wolves traded for him on the eve of training camp in 2024. Donte DiVincenzo, the other player in the Karl-Anthony … [Read more...] about Joe Ingles Still Has Something To Give
Do the Packers Actually Have To Choose Between Valentine and Hobbs?
The Green Bay Packers’ secondary was a disaster in Dallas. It was a startling development for a group that began the year looking like one of the best units in the league. One way to get it back on track is a bit complex. Despite poor play from both Carrington Valentine and Nate Hobbs in Week 4, the duo needs to be splitting reps at the CB2 spot. Hobbs allowed a 135.4 passer … [Read more...] about Do the Packers Actually Have To Choose Between Valentine and Hobbs?
What Should the Wild Do To Optimize Their Second Line?
As the 2025-26 hockey season approaches, whether the Minnesota Wild have success scoring will largely depend on the lines that John Hynes chooses to form the nucleus of his team. Star forward Kirill Kaprizov will anchor the first line. Still, the Wild must get offensive production and solid defense… … [Read more...] about What Should the Wild Do To Optimize Their Second Line?