August 5, 2022
The Goalpost Wagging the Rim
Decisions made on the football field and basketball court can be completely different. But decisions made off those fields of play may be inextricably linked. SC’s Jonathan Lowe tries to sort through the blend. Complete Story
| 04.11.22 | Final Thoughts From the March That Was | By Jean Neuberger |
| 03.31.22 | Impacts of Hardaway’s Alleged NCAA Rule Violations | By Martin Banks |
| 03.28.22 | Final Four: Who’s the Bluest of Them All? | By Jonathan Lowe |
September 30, 2022
The Vengeance of the “12”
Four powerhouses recently pledged their futures to new allegiances. But are colleagues providing hard roads before lying in the wake of those pasts? SC’s Jonathan Lowe looks for revenge paths. Complete Story
| 08.20.22 | B1G Step-Up Calls For Action Nationwide | By Jean Neuberger |
| 07.08.22 | Survival of the Fittest | By Jean Neuberger |
| 07.05.22 | 16-Team Conferences in FBS? No Problem | By Anthony Brancato |
August 5, 2021
Foul Territory: A Dash, Some Cash, and a Rash (of Injuries)
In this edition of Foul Territory, an Italian whacks the men’s 100-meter dash field, while the Lakers go “West” for the quest. The Colts go limp, and it’s Steph Curry from deep (into the Warriors’ pockets). Complete Story
| 06.21.19 | Foul Territory: OJ on Twitter, “Ball’s” on Parade | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 05.22.19 | Foul Territory: Horse Power and Fighting Words | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 02.15.19 | Foul Territory: AB C You Later & P’s ‘N Q’s | By Jeffrey Boswell |
June 23, 2022
Is History Repeating With the PGA/LIV Split?
The recent split of the PGA Tour has the potential to shake up professional golf for years to come. As the developments and defections have unfolded, SC’s Ross Lancaster couldn’t help but think of another proud American sports league that became a stalemate between two sides. Complete Story
| 04.28.22 | Scheffler Eyeing Historic Grand Slam After Masters Win | By Marc James |
| 12.23.21 | Golf’s Top Players Get Their Wish | By Marc James |
| 03.15.21 | 2021 Masters Preview | By Marc James |
October 3, 2022
Just … No*
About that revived talk of the asterisk that did. not. exist. lawfully. or otherwise, with Aaron Judge meeting Roger Maris? SC’s Jeff Kallman says knock it the hell off. Complete Story
| 09.30.22 | Well-Understood Judge Meets Misunderstood Maris | By Jeff Kallman |
| 09.26.22 | Paid in Full to Club 700 | By Jeff Kallman |
| 09.20.22 | Going Like Sixty? | By Jeff Kallman |
July 22, 2022
Looking at 2023 NBA Title Odds
With NBA free agency winding down, and the new season about 90 days away, SC’s Ross Lancaster takes a look at the NBA title odds for next season. Here’s teams with good value and teams to stay away from. Complete Story
| 06.13.22 | NBA Finals: Searching the Latest Trends | By Jonathan Lowe |
| 05.23.22 | In Appreciation of Erik Spoelstra | By Ross Lancaster |
| 05.17.22 | Sixers’ “Quick Fix” Fails | By Anthony Brancato |
October 4, 2022
Eagles Lead Sloppy NFL
It’s baaaaack! And “it” is the dreaded “parity” that first became noticeable in the late ’70s and early ’80s. SC’s Anthony Brancato, quoting part of a joke that got WABC-TV weatherman Tex Antoine fired around that time, says that you can’t do anything about it, so just enjoy it. Complete Story
| 09.29.22 | NFL Weekly Predictions: Week 4 | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 09.27.22 | Pro Bowl Was Living on Borrowed Time | By Anthony Brancato |
| 09.22.22 | NFL Weekly Predictions: Week 3 | By Jeffrey Boswell |
March 8, 2022
NHL Needs to Follow NBA’s Lead, As Always
Since the NBA and the NHL have always closely followed one another when it comes to their respective playoff formats, SC’s Anthony Brancato asks why stop now? It’s time for the NHL to implement a “play-in.” Complete Story
| 03.07.22 | Russia/Ukraine War and the NHL | By Martin Banks |
| 06.29.21 | NHL Needs to Get “Krakin’” on Realignment | By Anthony Brancato |
| 11.11.20 | What’s the Future Hold For Ovechkin? | By Marc James |
September 28, 2022
NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Texas
Tyler Reddick took control late and cruised to the win in the EchoPark Automotive 500 at Texas. Joey Logano finished second and leads the playoff standings as a number of contenders suffered tire issues. Check out Jeffrey Boswell’s power rankings! Complete Story
| 09.21.22 | NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Bristol Night Race | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 09.14.22 | NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Kansas | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 09.07.22 | NASCAR Top 10 Power Rankings: Darlington | By Jeffrey Boswell |
September 23, 2022
The Anatomy of Two Firings
SC’s Kevin Beane compares and contrasts the hirings and firings of Herm Edwards and Scott Frost. One was good. One was bad. Find out which was which in this edition of the Slant Pattern with SC’s Kevin Beane. Complete Story
| 09.07.22 | College Football Week 1 Thoughts | By Kevin Beane |
| 08.25.22 | Regional Sports Networks: Past, Present, and Future | By Kevin Beane |
| 08.11.22 | Dave Portnoy and I Are Different | By Kevin Beane |
February 11, 2016
Super Bowl 50 Aftermath
Super Bowl 50 is in the books, and SC’s Jeffrey Boswell takes a look back at Super Bowl Sunday’s contest. Is Peyton Manning done? What were the best commercials? And can Cam Newton recover from defeat better than he recovers a fumble? Complete Story
| 02.06.14 | Sports Q&A: Super Bowl XLVIII Aftermath | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 02.07.13 | Sports Q&A: Super Bowl XLVII Edition | By Jeffrey Boswell |
| 05.11.12 | Sports Q&A: The Truth Won’t Set You Free | By Jeffrey Boswell |
May 20, 2022
French Open 2022 Preview & Draws
The second Grand Slam of the tennis calendar is here, as the world’s best tennis players head to Paris for the French Open. In both the men’s and women’s draws, the tournament looks wide-open and we look set for two weeks of top tennis action. Complete Story
| 04.15.22 | Nadal’s Injury and His Chances at French Open | By Martin Banks |
| 08.27.21 | 2021 U.S. Open Tennis Preview | By Marc James |
| 10.02.19 | Top Five Craziest Meltdowns in Tennis | By Marc James |