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Kyle Kensing is a freelance sports journalist in Southern California.

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We're Running Out of Time to Appreciate LeBron James

We're Running Out of Time to Appreciate LeBron James

LeBron James could be out for extended time due to a groin injury, and we're running out of time to appreciate his longevity and greatness....

by Kyle Kensing|NBA

|Sun Mar 09 2025

Cam Ward’s Ascent From Unknown to Star Outweighs NFL Combine Deferral

Cam Ward’s Ascent From Unknown to Star Outweighs NFL Combine Deferral

Cam Ward has risen from an unknown player at Washington State to an absolute superstar and potential No. 1 overall draft pick, which should outweigh his decision not to participate at the NFL Combine....

by Kyle Kensing|NFL

|Mon Mar 03 2025

UC San Diego’s Dominance: A Mid-Major Cinderella in the Making

UC San Diego’s Dominance: A Mid-Major Cinderella in the Making

UC San Diego continues to dominate, making a rise from NCAA Division II to March Madness, this mid-major is truly a Cinderella story in the making....

by Kyle Kensing|College Basketball

|Sun Mar 02 2025

Kelvin Sampson Turns Houston Basketball Into a Powerhouse Again

Kelvin Sampson Turns Houston Basketball Into a Powerhouse Again

Head coach Kelvin Sampson has Houston basketball as a real powerhouse now that the calendar flips to March, they'll be a real contender in the 2025 NCAA tournament....

by Kyle Kensing|College Basketball

|Sat Mar 01 2025

Three Overrated College Football Teams Headed Into 2025

Three Overrated College Football Teams Headed Into 2025

It's difficult to sustain success in college football, and these three teams are expected to be among the most overrated in the country heading into the 2025 season....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Thu Feb 20 2025

Luka Doncic the Laker Will Take Getting Used To, but Could Be Worth It

Luka Doncic the Laker Will Take Getting Used To, but Could Be Worth It

It's going to take some time to get used to watching Luka Doncic play for the Los Angeles Lakers after the blockbuster trade, but it'll be worth it if he becomes an all-time great....

by Kyle Kensing|NBA

|Sat Feb 15 2025

Way-Too-Early 2025 Heisman Trophy Picks: Top Contenders and Dark Horse Candidates

deadspin.com | Kyle KensingWay-Too-Early 2025 Heisman Trophy Picks: Top Contenders and Dark Horse Candidates

Get an early look at the top contenders for the 2025 Heisman Trophy, including surprise candidates and dark horse picks who could shake up the race....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Thu Jan 30 2025

24 Teams That Could Make the 2026 College Football Playoff Next Year

24 Teams That Could Make the 2026 College Football Playoff Next Year

Ohio State won the 2024-25 National Championship, but these 24 teams could make the 2026 College Football Playoff and challenge their title crown....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Tue Jan 21 2025

Ryan Day Silences the Haters and Dunks on Lou Holtz by Winning National Title

Ryan Day Silences the Haters and Dunks on Lou Holtz by Winning National Title

Ryan Day leads Ohio State to a National Championship, silencing critics and joining the Buckeye coaching elite while dunking on Notre Dame legend Lou Holtz along the way....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Tue Jan 21 2025

2025-26 College Football National Championship Best Bets

2025-26 College Football National Championship Best Bets

Ohio State won the 2024-25 National Championship, but these college football teams are the best bets to win the 2025-26 National Championship next January....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Tue Jan 21 2025

National Championship Best Betting Picks, Predictions For Ohio State vs. Notre Dame

National Championship Best Betting Picks, Predictions For Ohio State vs. Notre Dame

These are our best sports betting picks and predictions for the National Championship Game on Monday January 20th, 2025....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Mon Jan 20 2025

Year 1 of the 12-Team College Football Playoff: A Mixed Bag of Wins and Losses

Year 1 of the 12-Team College Football Playoff: A Mixed Bag of Wins and Losses

Explore the wins and losses of the first 12-team College Football Playoff, from expanded access and thrilling matchups to lopsided games and conference imbalances....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Mon Jan 20 2025

How Notre Dame Fighting Irish Can Win the National Championship

How Notre Dame Fighting Irish Can Win the National Championship

Here's the roadmap for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish to defeat Ohio State and win their first National Championship since Lou Holtz on Monday January 20th in Atlanta....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Fri Jan 17 2025

Sean McDonnell Is a Name To Know in Ohio State’s National Championship Run

Sean McDonnell Is a Name To Know in Ohio State’s National Championship Run

Get to know the untold story of Sean McDonnell, the legendary coach behind Ohio State's Ryan Day and Chip Kelly's rise in college football....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Tue Jan 14 2025

Notre Dame vs. Ohio State: The Beautiful Imperfection Defines the 12-Team Playoff Era

Notre Dame vs. Ohio State: The Beautiful Imperfection Defines the 12-Team Playoff Era

Notre Dame and Ohio State had imperfect regular seasons yet find themselves in the National Championship, which is what makes the 12-team format fun....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Sat Jan 11 2025

Notre Dame vs. Penn State Orange Bowl Promises To Be Historic in More Ways Than One

deadspin.com | Kyle KensingNotre Dame vs. Penn State Orange Bowl Promises To Be Historic in More Ways Than One

The Orange Bowl semi-final matchup between Notre Dame and Penn State seems to be the best game scheduled in the new 12-team format....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Thu Jan 09 2025

Jeremiah Smith and Wide Receiver U’s Rose Bowl Legacy

Jeremiah Smith and Wide Receiver U’s Rose Bowl Legacy

The Rose Bowl was all Ohio State Buckeyes against the Oregon Ducks. More than that, it was all Jeremiah Smith, cementing OSU's legacy as Wide Receiver University. ...

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Thu Jan 02 2025

Fiesta Bowl an Appropriate Spot for Penn State’s Best Championship Shot Since 1986

Fiesta Bowl an Appropriate Spot for Penn State’s Best Championship Shot Since 1986

Relive Penn State's journey to the College Football Playoff semifinals with a dominant Fiesta Bowl victory and explore how the Nittany Lions are chasing their first national title since 1987....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Wed Jan 01 2025

Incredible Iowa State Pop-Tarts Bowl Win Highlights Surprising Postseason

Incredible Iowa State Pop-Tarts Bowl Win Highlights Surprising Postseason

Iowa State took down the Miami Hurricanes in the Pop-Tarts Bowl on Saturday evening, putting an exclamation point on a surprising postseason for the Cyclones....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Sun Dec 29 2024

Seven Players Who Will Decide the College Football Playoff Quarterfinals

Seven Players Who Will Decide the College Football Playoff Quarterfinals

The College Football Playoff quarterfinals will require star players to shine brightest, and we'll be watching these seven student athletes try to help their team secure a huge win....

by Kyle Kensing|College Football

|Fri Dec 27 2024

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