The Bulls boldly revamped their front office recently. Courtesy of Yardbarker's Sean Keane, here are other bold moves teams should make.
Quarterback is the most important position on the field, yet it's also seemingly the most difficult for NFL teams to evaluate in the draft. Just over a week before the 2020 draft, here's a look at the top 15 quarterbacks available.
The days of two-sport stars in the professional ranks -- remember Bo Jackson and Deion Sanders? -- may be a thing of the past. But what if they weren't?
Whiffing on a first-round pick can set a team back significantly; nailing the first pick can do wonders for a team. Here are the best first-round picks of all time by slot since the 1970 AFL-NFL merger.
Pederson’s status in Los Angeles has never really been assured — even when he was flying up the prospect charts and emerging as a high-end young MLB talent.
For those of a certain age, Michael Jordan is an icon, a marvel who dominated headlines in the 1980s and 1990s. MJ, who last played in the NBA in 2003, will be subject of ESPN's "The Last Dance" documentary series starting Sunday, April 19 (9 p.m. ET).
Between its top players changing homes in the outfield, injuries and/or age or simply diminishing returns, the list of top left fielders has changed both dramatically and annually.
Can you name the last time every NFL team selected a running back in the first round of the NFL Draft?
On April 16, 2020, the Patriots selected Tom Brady in the sixth round with the 199th overall pick. He turned out OK.
The first-ever virtual NFL draft is April 23-25. While Joe Burrow seems locked in at No. 1 overall to the Bengals, the rest of the draft is very much in flux...
Yardbarker's Pat Heery put together a list of the best LeBron and MJ games, ranking the best 25. Impossible task? Perhaps. Check out the honorable mention games. Sheesh.
For various reasons, writes Yardbarker's Sam Robinson, four 2019 NFC playoff teams – the Eagles, Packers, Vikings and 49ers – have the same primary void on offense.
The NBA is ever-changing, as is the title of best player in the world. Find out who tops the list of the best players in the Association right now.
Major League Baseball celebrates Jackie Robinson Day on April 15 every season. Robinson, of course, broke the color barrier in MLB and had a Hall of Fame career with the Dodgers, and he did it all with the class and style most can only dream of, particularly under the circumstances.
How many of the NFL leaders in touchdowns since 1990 can you name in five minutes?
In one of the strangest games in MLB history, the Astros beat the Mets, 1-0 in 24 innings. Also on this date, Jackie Robinson became the first African-American to play in the major leagues.
While VanVleet’s future team is still largely uncertain, one thing is for sure: VanVleet is a franchise point guard, and this summer he’s going to be paid like one.
The best long-term solution for these Cowboys includes them seriously considering a blockbuster trade of Prescott.
The trade that sent Mookie Betts and David Price from the Red Sox to the Dodgers was the blockbuster of the MLB offseason, but with the 2020 season in jeopardy, where do things stand?
As of the end of the 2019 NFL season, 31 active NFL players have had multiple seasons in which they had 1,000 or more receiving yards. How many can you name in five minutes?
While underclassmen are still making their decisions on whether to stay in college or get a head start on their NBA dream, it's never too early to look at what the top 25 for 2020-21 could look like.
If you’re in need of a wide receiver or offensive lineman, this is a draft rich in talent at both of those positions, but that’s not all.
With major upgrades on defense, the Raiders appear ready to make a leap in Las Vegas. Yardbarker's Chris Mueller, Sam Robinson and Michael Nania spotlight the teams that have had outstanding offseasons.
The NFL Draft is right around the corner. What will happen during this unique version of the NFL's annual tradition?
During the shortened 2019-20 NBA regular season, 25 players were able to make 150 or more three-pointers. How many of the 25 can you name in five minutes?
On April 13, 1978, Reggie Jackson's home run led to a shower of candy bars. Also on this date, Tiger Woods made history with a record-setting victory at the Masters.
To get a handle on what’s going to be one of the strangest offseasons in NBA history, Yardbarker's Sean Keane addresses frequently asked questions.
Yardbarker's Chris Mueller offers unsolicited advice to all 32 teams. (Hey, Rams, sign Dez Bryant!)
Is Fernando Tatis Jr. of the Padres the next A-Rod? Is the Blue Jays' Bo Bichette comparable to Derek Jeter? Yardbarker's Justin Mears offers historical comps for today's young stars.
Some MLB prospects have bigger obstacles than others in their quests for playing time. Yardbarker's Daniel R. Epstein looks at one at each position.
Yardbarker's Matt Williamson, a former scout, presents the best NFL player comparison for notable draft prospects. The NFL Draft is scheduled April 23-25 in Las Vegas.
In only his second season, 21-year-old Luka Doncic of the Mavericks is already one of the best players in the league. But for the other young players in the league, the crystal ball is a little more cloudy, writes Yardbarker's Sean Keane.
Starting with the 2010 NFL Draft, Alabama has produced 28 first-round picks, more than any other school. It a remarkable achievement by Alabama coach Nick Saban, writes Yardbarker's Chris Mueller.
The Bears' acquistion of quarterback Nick Foles could be more trouble than it's worth. Yardbarker's Chris Mueller, Sam Robinson and Michael Nania examine three nonsensical offseasons.
Other franchises’ plans for replacing legendary quarterbacks involved several types of transactions, producing wildly disparate results. Yardbarker's Sam Robinson highlights those efforts.
On April 11, 1917, 22-year-old Babe Ruth of the Red Sox showed off mad pitching skills in a 10-3 win over the Yankees.
Finding the right fit at shortstop is a must if a club has serious championship aspirations.
There are few things more exciting in sports than a blockbuster NFL trade — especially those that affect the draft. Here are the most impactful trades in NFL draft history.
We could all use some fun sports memories right now, so here are 25 of the biggest sporting moments to ever happen in April.
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