Author: Cameron Cronkite

Fans of the NFL love to see the end of the regular season, as with it comes the highly anticipated playoffs. Fourteen of the best teams in the nation will enter into a single-elimination tournament, hoping to earn one of two spots at the Superbowl. Occasionally, we’ll see some of the NFL’s worst teams of the season make it to the playoffs, thanks to a bit of luck and some fortunate circumstances. Here are nine of the worst teams to ever get to the NFL playoffs. Buffalo Bills 2017 Source: TomSzczerbowski/Gettyimages Scott McDermot didn’t get the season he had hoped…

Most people enjoy sports because they love the game, but some of the richest celebrities in the world are watching to keep an eye on their money. Sports teams are actually a fantastic investment; The average NFL team is worth a whopping $5.14 billion, and the entire NBA is valued at $90 billion. And these nine wildly rich celebrities decided to get in on the action and buy a piece of one of your favorite teams. LeBron James (Liverpool FC) Source: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images/Wikipedia LeBron James is certainly synonymous with the NBA as one of the best basketball players of…

Fans of the Denver Broncos will want to erase the recent thrashing they received at the hands of the Miami Dolphins as quickly as possible. Yet, the defeat seems to get worse as time goes on. One analyst caught the attention of fans across America for his hilarious breakdown of one of the most embarrassing plays of all time. The event occurred during one of the many touchdowns scored by the Dolphins. The Denver Broncos Take On The Miami Dolphins Source: AllProReels/Wikimedia A huge game between the Denver Broncos and the Miami Dolphins went down a few weeks ago, and…

Sports announcers and analysts are an important part of athletic entertainment; from explaining the game as it’s played to breaking down the statistics before and after, many people love listening to sportscasters almost as much as they like watching the games. Some sportscasters are so beloved that they’re just as famous as the players, and they make almost as much too! Here is a list of some of your favorite sports announcers and what they make to do what they do. Chris Berman: $5 Million/Year – ESPN Source: KMazue/WireImage for ESPN/Getty Images Chris “Boomer” Berman is one of the most…

When it comes to professional athletes, their compensation is almost never clear-cut like it is with other jobs. With sponsorships, performance-based bonuses, and deferred contracts that delay payments for years or even decades, there are some almost strange sports contracts out there; these are the nine of the most interesting. Bobby Bonilla – New York Mets Source: Getty Images First on the list is Bobby Bonilla, who signed a contract with the New York Mets in 2001 that stipulated the player would get paid $1.19 million every July 1st from 2011 to 2035. Long after he hung up his glove,…

In a move that rocked the baseball world, Rob Manfred, the current MLB commissioner, dropped a bombshell during a press conference on Thursday: he declared that his ongoing term would be his swan song. With his tenure set to conclude in January 2029, the 65-year-old commissioner unveiled his plans for a graceful exit, catching both fans and insiders off guard. Manfred’s reign since 2014, following in the footsteps of the legendary Bud Selig, has been a rollercoaster ride through the highs and lows of America’s favorite pastime. While his rule changes aimed at jazzing up the pace of play and…

A prominent figure who had previously served as the general counsel for the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) for nearly 14 years, William Bock III, created a media stir last week when he tendered his resignation from the Division I Committee on Infractions within the NCAA. Bock’s resignation letter, addressed to NCAA President Charlie Baker, referenced concerns regarding what he saw as the organization’s “regressive policies” on transgender athletes, women’s sports, and competitive fairness in particular. Expressing his initial motivation for joining the Committee on Infractions in 2016, Bock underscored his commitment to upholding a level playing field and ensuring equal…

In a stunning turn of events, what began as a jubilant celebration at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory parade quickly turned somber as a tragic shooting unfolded, leaving one person dead and 22 injured. However, amidst the chaos and fear, acts of heroism emerged as Chiefs players and head coach Andy Reid stepped up to comfort and protect fans in distress. As the parade reached its crescendo at Union Station, chaos erupted when gunshots shattered the air. Amidst the panic, Chiefs offensive lineman Trey Smith, along with his teammates, acted swiftly to ensure the safety of those around…

The latest NBA buzz surrounds the potential trade talks involving LeBron James, with both the Golden State Warriors and Philadelphia 76ers expressing interest in acquiring the veteran superstar. However, despite the intriguing proposals, James and the Lakers have shown no inclination towards parting ways. The trade discussions, initiated at the ownership level, shed light on the ongoing speculation surrounding James’ future, especially considering his looming player option and the emergence of his son, Bronny James, as a potential NBA prospect. The recent trade overtures for James have sparked renewed interest for two significant reasons: his upcoming free agency and the…

A baseball game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Arizona Diamondbacks on April 30 was postponed after a colony of bees swarmed the protective netting behind home plate, leading to a delay of almost two hours. Around five minutes before the first pitch, the bees began gathering on the net. This forced the senior manager of events to take immediate action and get Mike Rock, the Diamondbacks’ vice president of baseball operations, on the phone. He said, “She doesn’t usually call me about that time. I knew something was odd. “She said, ‘We have bees landing on the net…