The term “overrated” has long been a staple of sports debate, but in recent years, it has become one of the most misused words in the sports dictionary. Originally meant to describe players or teams who receive more praise than their performance justifies, it’s now more often used as a synonym for “bad” or “undeserving.” In Snyder’s Soapbox, Matt Snyder explores how this shift … [Read more...] about ‘Overrated’: Pete Rose, the Dodgers, and Our Broken Sports Debates
Chargers Want Second-Year Player to Have Breakout Season
The Los Angeles Chargers roster and coaching staff are hoping for a big 2025-26 season from their second-year linebacker.A third-round pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, Junior Colson had a difficult first season in Los Angeles.Colson had surgery to remove his appendix before the start of the season, which kept him sidelined part of training camp.The linebacker was able to play in 11 … [Read more...] about Chargers Want Second-Year Player to Have Breakout Season
Trade Pitch Gives MLB-Best Tigers Power Jolt From $79 Million, 300 HR Slugger
The Detroit Tigers were the surprise team of the 2024 season. And in 2025, they are the surprise team all over again, but for different reasons. Last year, the Tigers staged a stunning late-season run, coming back from two games under .500 and 9 1/2 games out of a playoff spot on August 22 to storm into the playoffs, winning 15 of their final 19 games. This year, the Tigers are … [Read more...] about Trade Pitch Gives MLB-Best Tigers Power Jolt From $79 Million, 300 HR Slugger
Bills Named Top Candidate to Sign ‘Playmaking’ Safety
The Buffalo Bills underwent a major shift at safety last season, parting ways with the longstanding tandem of Micah Hyde and Jordan Poyer in the offseason and calling on a new pair of starters to take their place. One insider predicts the Bills could still have more tweaking at the position, naming them a top candidate to land free agent Julian Blackmon. ESPN’s Matt Bowen … [Read more...] about Bills Named Top Candidate to Sign ‘Playmaking’ Safety
Al Horford Finally Speaks on His Celtics Future
After the Boston Celtics were eliminated in a 38-point blowout at the hands of the New York Knicks, veteran forward Al Horford stood at the podium at the Auerbach Center—tired, thoughtful, and not quite ready to think about what’s next. “It’s just too soon to talk about that stuff,” Horford said. “I’ll take some time here with my wife, with my kids. There’s still a lot for me … [Read more...] about Al Horford Finally Speaks on His Celtics Future