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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers surprised many in the 2024 NFL season , finishing 10-7 and capturing the NFC South title behind a resurgent year from quarterback Baker Mayfield . Playing with a chip on his shoulder, Mayfield threw for over 4,000 yards and 29 touchdowns, reigniting his career and earning a Pro Bowl nod. Mike Evans continued to defy age with another 1,000-yard season, while Todd Bowles' de...

The Indianapolis Colts finished the 2024 NFL season at 9-8 , narrowly missing the playoffs in a year filled with growth, grit, and glimpses of a bright future. Rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson returned from injury and flashed his dual-threat potential, while Jonathan Taylor rebounded with a strong second half of the season to lead the ground game. First-year head coach Shane Steichen brought...

The Jacksonville Jaguars kicked off the 2024 NFL season with high hopes and a strong 6-2 start , but things quickly unraveled as they finished 8-9 , missing the playoffs and raising serious concerns about the team’s trajectory. Trevor Lawrence battled injuries and inconsistency, while the offensive line struggled to keep him upright. The defense, which showed flashes early on, collapsed late in th...

The Carolina Panthers wrapped up the 2024 NFL season with a league-worst 2-15 record , marking a tough year for a young team still trying to find its identity. Rookie quarterback Bryce Young showed flashes of potential but was constantly under pressure behind one of the NFL’s most porous offensive lines. First-year head coach Dave Canales was tasked with developing the roster and culture, and whil...

In this episode of Around the Felt , we unveil our 2025 NFL Mock Draft 1.0 , projecting all 32 first-round picks with analysis, hot takes, and bold predictions. Will the Titans go quarterback at No. 1? Are teams like the Giants and Patriots moving up for a playmaker? We break down the strengths, weaknesses, and fits for every projected pick, including top names like Shedeur Sanders , Marvin Harris...

The Atlanta Falcons entered the 2024 NFL season with renewed optimism after signing veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins , but ended the year with a frustrating 6-11 record , missing the playoffs for the seventh straight season. Despite moments of promise from weapons like Drake London , Bijan Robinson , and Kyle Pitts , the offense failed to find consistent production, while the defense struggled to...

The New Orleans Saints finished the 2024 NFL season with a disappointing 7-10 record , missing the playoffs for the third straight year and raising questions about the direction of the franchise under head coach Dennis Allen . While the defense remained the team’s strength, the offense struggled with inconsistency behind quarterback Derek Carr , and the team never found its rhythm. Star wide recei...

The San Francisco 49ers wrapped up the 2024 NFL season with a dominant 13-4 record , capturing the NFC West title and storming through the playoffs en route to Super Bowl LIX . Led by head coach Kyle Shanahan and MVP-level play from Brock Purdy , the Niners showcased one of the most balanced rosters in the league, anchored by stars like Christian McCaffrey , Deebo Samuel , and Nick Bosa . Their po...

The Arizona Cardinals finished the 2024 NFL season with a 6-11 record , showing signs of progress in year two under head coach Jonathan Gannon . After starting the season 1-5, the return of quarterback Kyler Murray midseason helped stabilize the offense and spark competitive performances down the stretch. Rookie wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. lived up to the hype, quickly becoming Murray’s go-t...

The Seattle Seahawks wrapped up the 2024 NFL season with a 9-8 record , narrowly missing the playoffs and closing out the Pete Carroll era after a legendary 14-year run. With Carroll transitioning to an advisory role, the team named Mike Macdonald —formerly the Ravens’ defensive coordinator—as the new head coach, signaling a defensive-minded future. Quarterback Geno Smith delivered another solid s...

New Episode Alert! On this week's Around the Bases, hosts Caleb & Reagan break down all the new faces in new places from the wild 2025 MLB offseason! Plus, they give their bold predictions for who’s taking home the AL & NL awards this season! Don’t miss out on all the hot takes, analysis, and preseason buzz! . . .#AroundTheBases #MLBPodcast #BaseballTalk #MLB2025 #OffseasonMoves #MLBTr...

The Los Angeles Rams concluded the 2024 NFL season with a 10-7 record , clinching the NFC West division title and marking their sixth playoff appearance under head coach Sean McVay . The season began with challenges, including a 1-4 start and injuries to key players like wide receivers Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp . However, the team's resilience shone through as they won nine of their final twelve...

The Minnesota Vikings finished the 2024 NFL season with a 14-3 record , securing second place in the NFC North but falling short in the playoffs. Under Kevin O'Connell , the team started strong with an 11-2 run , fueled by Sam Darnold’s breakout performance and the elite WR duo of Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison . Despite early success, a Week 18 loss to the Lions cost them the division title,...

The Chicago Bears concluded the 2024 NFL season with a 5-12 record , marking their fourth consecutive losing season and a last-place finish in the NFC North . The season began with optimism, especially with the selection of quarterback Caleb Williams as the first overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Despite a promising 4-2 start , the Bears endured a ten-game losing streak, tying a franchise record...

In this episode of Around the Octagon , we delve into the upcoming UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Brady , set for March 22, 2025 , at the O2 Arena in London, England . The main event features former welterweight champion Leon Edwards aiming to rebound from his title loss as he faces the undefeated Sean Brady . Edwards, determined to perform at his best, insisted on fighting at a regular time to avoi...

The Detroit Lions achieved a franchise-best 15-2 record during the 2024 NFL season , securing their second consecutive NFC North title and the NFC's top seed for the first time in team history. Under head coach Dan Campbell , the Lions set a franchise record with an eleven-game winning streak and led the league in scoring, averaging 33.2 points per game . Quarterback Jared Goff delivered a stellar...

The Green Bay Packers concluded the 2024 NFL season with an 11-6 record , securing a Wild Card berth and marking their fifth playoff appearance in six seasons under head coach Matt LaFleur . The season began with a historic milestone, as the Packers became the first NFL franchise to achieve 800 regular-season victories following their Week 2 win over the Indianapolis Colts . Despite this achieveme...

🚨 THE FIRST BRACKET EVER 🚨 Reagan is making history with the first-ever March Madness 2025 bracket! 🏀🔥 Will this be the perfect bracket or a total bust? 🤔 Watch as he breaks it all down! 📊👀 . . . #MarchMadness #Bracketology #FirstBracketEver #NCAATournament #FinalFour #CollegeBasketball #UpsetAlert #BasketballBreakdown #SportsTalk #BracketBuster

The 2025 NFL Free Agency period is in full swing, with teams making blockbuster signings and strategic moves to reshape their rosters. The New York Giants bolstered their secondary by signing Jevon Holland, while Khalil Mack re-signed with the Chargers to reinforce their pass rush. The quarterback carousel is heating up, with Aaron Rodgers rumored to be eyeing the Steelers, and Daniel Jones headin...

In this episode of Around the Octagon, we dissect the electrifying outcomes of UFC 313, held on March 8, 2025, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The event was headlined by a light heavyweight title clash where Magomed Ankalaev dethroned Alex Pereira via unanimous decision, capturing the championship in a closely contested bout. The co-main event featured a thrilling rematch between Justin Gaethj...

The Cleveland Browns endured a challenging 2024 NFL season , finishing with a 3-14 record , marking their worst performance since 2017. The season was marred by quarterback instability, beginning with Deshaun Watson 's underwhelming performances and subsequent season-ending Achilles injury in Week 7. Backup Jameis Winston stepped in, delivering a standout Week 8 victory over the Baltimore Ravens ,...

The Cincinnati Bengals concluded the 2024 NFL season with a 9-8 record , narrowly missing the playoffs for the second consecutive year. The season began with a disappointing 0-3 start , including a historic "no punt game" against the Washington Commanders in Week 3. However, the team showcased resilience, rallying from a 4-8 record to win their final five games, keeping their postseason hopes aliv...

The Pittsburgh Steelers began the 2024 NFL season with a promising 10-3 record , showcasing a resilient defense led by T.J. Watt and a rejuvenated offense under quarterback Russell Wilson . However, a late-season collapse resulted in a four-game losing streak, concluding the regular season at 10-7 and securing a Wild Card berth . The postseason was short-lived, as the Steelers fell to the Baltimor...

The Baltimore Ravens concluded the 2024 NFL season with a 12-5 record , clinching their second consecutive AFC North title . Quarterback Lamar Jackson delivered an exceptional performance, becoming the first player in NFL history to surpass 4,000 passing yards and 900 rushing yards in a single season. His dynamic play earned him First-team All-Pro honors and the PFWA MVP , though he narrowly misse...

UFC 313 is set for March 8, 2025 , at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas , featuring a stacked card headlined by light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira defending his title against Magomed Ankalaev , who’s riding a dominant 13-fight unbeaten streak. The co-main event brings fireworks as Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev run it back in a highly anticipated rematch, while exciting matchups like Jalin Turner...