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October 21, 2021
NFL Weekly Predictions: Week 7
Aaron Rodgers adds “shade” to his throwing repertoire, while the Panthers inquire into a Sam Darnold return policy. The Bengals and Ravens face off in a stick-measuring contest, and the Bears admire two straight weeks of great quarterback play. Complete Story
October 19, 2021
Two Teams, One Roof, Two Policies
A tale of two teams sharing a retractable-roof stadium: one team has kept the roof open every game, while the other team has kept the roof closed every game! SC’s Anthony Brancato analyzes this anomaly. Complete Story
October 14, 2021
NFL Weekly Predictions: Week 6
Washington hosts the Chiefs in a (game of) defensive struggles, while the Cowboys try to figure out Steve Belichick’s tongue. The Ravens and Chargers clash in Baltimore, and the Raiders raise the league demand for “hard drive erasers.” It’s Week 6! Complete Story
October 11, 2021
What’s the Future of Sports Betting in the NFL?
Twenty-six states and Washington, D.C. currently allow sports wagers, and even more states are in the process of passing bills to legalize gambling. This is likely just the beginning of a host of notable changes coming to America’s favorite sport. Complete Story
October 7, 2021
NFL Weekly Predictions: Week 5
Ben Roethlisberger faces the second “Time’s Up” situation of his career, while Urban Meyer and his crotch play damage control. Matt Nagy popularizes the “wins below replacement” statistic, the 49ers try to “back that AZ up,” and the Bills and Chiefs have a “D” measuring contest. It’s Week 5! Complete Story
October 5, 2021
Why the NFL Must Bring Back “Probable” Injury Designation
In 2016, the NFL eliminated the “probable” option from its weekly injury reports. SC’s Anthony Brancato explains why that was not only a bad idea, but a bad idea that needs to be reversed right now. Complete Story
September 30, 2021
NFL Weekly Predictions: Week 4
The “Mills Mafia” visits the Bills, the Saints D is “Jones-ing” for more Jones, and Jalen Hurts say “Scat!” to bad memories. The Steelers hope to avoid the “Kneel Curtain Offense,” and Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski return to New England. Complete Story
September 24, 2021
Eagles Throw Themselves a “Pity Party” in Home Opener
The late Stuart Scott is generally credited with coining the term “pity party.” If he were still around, he would be calling what the Eagles pulled last Sunday against the 49ers a most emphatic “pity party.” Complete Story
September 23, 2021
NFL Weekly Predictions: Week 3
Lamar Jackson heads to Detroit to show Jared Goff what true “Motor” skills are, while the Chiefs try to rebound against the Chargers. The Steelers go deep (into the playbook), Zach Wilson tries to ID the defense, and the Cowboys try to clock the Eagles, says SC’s Jeffrey Boswell. Complete Story
September 21, 2021
“The Kaepernick Effect”: The Gift That Keeps on Giving
He’s baaaaack! Colin Kaepernick, who can never leave well enough alone, has just come out with a new book that throws gasoline on the fire that he started years ago. Telling him to go away would be too much to ask, says SC’s Anthony Brancato. Complete Story
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