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California Dreams (2025 NFC West Preview)
As a Southern Californian, I do enjoy the NFC West as much as I enjoy the AFC West, because the division lands on my TV screens a lot. However, I am more of an NFC guy, so I do look at the NFC West more intently, especially because this is the division that has had interesting encounters with the Packers. Recent years have seen this iteration of the NFC West serve as the conference's strongest division. The division races have been strong, and the division has been represented in the Super Bowl a lot since the 2002 realignment, including four appearances in the last decade.
By Clyde E. Dawkins5 months ago in Unbalanced
College Football 2025: Top Teams, Matchups, and Predictions for the New Season
College football is an exciting and highly anticipated sport, especially as the 2025 season approaches. Fans across the country are eagerly waiting for the thrilling matchups, outstanding performances, and surprises that make college football one of the most popular sports in America. As we look forward to the new season, let's take a closer look at the top teams, key matchups, and predictions that could shape the 2025 college football season.
By Shahzaib5 months ago in Unbalanced
CFL Week 12 Recap: So You're Telling Me There's a Chance
The final week before Labour Day saw the Toronto Argonauts, the defending Grey Cup Champions, on life support. 2-8 record, worst in the league, and it looked like the team was dead. The first half of Week 12's Saturday doubleheader saw the Argos at home against the BC Lions, and this was do or die for the Boatmen. Well, more like sink or swim. It didn't look good for the Argos. Down 14-3 after one quarter. It looked like the makings of yet another disappointing loss that would see the Argos' season come to an abrupt and embarrassing end.
By Clyde E. Dawkins5 months ago in Unbalanced
Jared Gersun on Dave Hughes AFL Legends Game Ordeal: Why Athletes Must Balance Passion with Safety. AI-Generated.
In Australia, sports stories often transcend the games themselves and become reflections of national values, resilience, and identity. Recently, comedian and beloved media personality Dave Hughes found himself at the center of such a story when the AFL Legends Game at Marvel Stadium ended in a frightening ordeal. After a series of hard tackles, Hughes suffered five broken ribs and a punctured lung, sparking heated conversations about sportsmanship and safety in professional and charity matches alike.
By Jared Gersun5 months ago in Unbalanced
Dirty Birds Done Dirt Cheap (2025 NFC South Preview)
For the last decade or so, the NFC South has been a very ugly division, but it's also entertaining. I figured out why I tend to be entertained by the NFC South so much: it's because three-quarters of the division was part of the old geographically incorrect NFC West. The division also has the distinction of being the only one out of the eight which completely consists of teams who debuted during the Super Bowl era, with the Falcons celebrating their 60th season this year.
By Clyde E. Dawkins5 months ago in Unbalanced
Why the Philadelphia Phillies Won't Win the 2025 World Series
With a month to go in the 2025 MLB season, the teams who are fighting for Wild Card spots and division titles will get more intense. The Philadelphia Phillies are currently sitting pretty atop the NL East. For Phillies fans, it's World Series title or bust. However, I don't share the same sentiment. There's no denying that this team has some of the best players. Unfortunately, and to be fair, it's been nearly two decades since they have won a World Series title and haven't been able to accomplish this feat yet. They had that opportunity back in 2022 but failed to take advantage of it. We'll just have to see how far they'll go in the Postseason. Will the Phillies finally overcome that obstacle this year? Only time will tell, because the Postseason is full of surprises.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 5 months ago in Unbalanced
Top 10 Defensive Drills for Aspiring Basketball Players
In basketball, defense can make or break a game. I've seen countless aspiring players focus solely on their shooting, only to be left vulnerable when the game shifts to the other end of the court. Mastering defensive skills and defensive fundamentals is essential, not just to stop opponents, but to elevate your entire game. Join me as I explore the top 10 defensive drills that will sharpen your skills, enhance your agility drills, and make you an invaluable asset on the court. Let's dive in!
By Hooper Fiko5 months ago in Unbalanced
Reasons Why The San Diego Padres Will Win the NL West
The San Diego Padres have been quietly surging for the last month or so. After taking two of three from their division rivals, the Los Angeles Dodgers this past weekend, whom I'll discuss in a bit, it showed that the Padres aren't messing around and not backing down. As of the writing of this story, both teams are tied for the NL West lead at 74-57. After having the NL West lead for the majority of the season, the Dodgers thought they would easily cruise to another division title. However, the Padres are putting the defending World Series Champions on notice. The beef between these two teams is nothing new. Whenever they get a chance to play each other, you know it's going to be heated.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 5 months ago in Unbalanced
Raja Jackson: When Combat Sports Cross the Line
The combat sports world was shaken to its core this weekend when disturbing footage emerged from a professional wrestling event in Los Angeles that has sparked nationwide outrage and prompted a police investigation. Raja Jackson, the 25-year-old son of former UFC light heavyweight champion Quinton "Rampage" Jackson, finds himself at the center of a controversy that has transcended the boundaries of entertainment and entered the realm of criminal behavior.
By Fazal Ur Rahman5 months ago in Unbalanced
AEW Forbidden Door 2025 Predictions
AEW converges in London for its Forbidden Door PPV. The finest talent from AEW and NJPW will come together to put on a spectacular event. With championships on the line and a Lights Out Steel Cage match, the O2 Arena will implode with bloody battles.
By Carol Cassada5 months ago in Unbalanced
Cold War (2025 NFC North Preview)
The NFC North. Chaotic. Gritty. Insane. Monstrous. And that's just the Packers. As a Packers fan, I enjoy this division so much. Honestly, even if I was a fan of a different team, I'd enjoy this division. These four teams have co-existed together for over sixty years, all together in that same Midwestern cluster, all in that cold weather (though the Lions and Vikings actually play indoors). Last year was a wild mess in the NFC North, a wild, unexpected mess, indeed. The mess will remain, but I do expect some things to change--some for the better, some not so much.
By Clyde E. Dawkins5 months ago in Unbalanced
