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theamericagist · 5 minutes ago
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Brandin Podziemski’s new hairstyle draws mixed Warriors fan reviews
Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski is embracing a new look in the 2025 NBA offseason. However, NBA fans aren’t too positive about the new move. Podziemski is currently on a vacation, relaxing in the Turks and Caicos Islands. It is there where photos came out that showed him having cornrows to showcase his new hairstyle. Expand Tweet It didn't take long for fans to react to the photos,…
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theamericagist · 7 minutes ago
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Falcons’ Darnell Mooney to miss ‘a few weeks’ with training camp injury
The Atlanta Falcons narrowly missed out on the playoffs last season, but they have their eyes firmly set on that goal in Michael Penix Jr.’s first full season as the starter in 2025. There is plenty of hope in Atlanta during the first week of training camp as the Falcons get ready for their 2025 campaign, but some of that optimism was quickly extinguished on Friday. Starting wide receiver Darnell…
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theamericagist · 7 minutes ago
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The fatal flaw Arizona Cardinals must address in training camp
The Arizona Cardinals have spent the better part of two years building out a new identity under head coach Jonathan Gannon. Discipline, energy, and culture have been his rallying cries. Now, in Year 3, the Cardinals are going all-in. From the moment this offseason began, Arizona attacked its defensive line with urgency and purpose. They are determined to turn a weakness into a strength. However,…
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theamericagist · 9 minutes ago
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Sacramento Kings 2025 NBA free agency grades for every signing
The Sacramento Kings are in desperate win-now mode, raring to achieve the heights they reached during the 2022-23 season, when they won 48 games and the Pacific Division crown, capturing the hearts of millions in the process. The two seasons after that, however, have not gone according to plan, with the Kings missing the playoffs in both seasons after faltering in the play-in tournament. In the…
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theamericagist · 10 minutes ago
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Maxx Crosby celebrates childhood friend Post Malone
Maxx Crosby is one of the league’s best defensive linemen and he’s set a remarkable standard with the Las Vegas Raiders. But as the team begins training camp in preparation for the upcoming season, Crosby took some time to discuss his childhood friend, Post Malone. “We grew up in the same area. We’ve known each other since high school. It’s crazy, like when he blew up with ‘White Iverson,’ I…
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theamericagist · 11 minutes ago
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What Mavericks fans should expect from Dereck Lively II in 2025-26
Who is Dereck Lively II? Sure, we know he is a 21-year-old Dallas Mavericks center who can finish on alley-oops and protect the basket, but what is his ceiling? Can he add new elements to his game, or will he primarily live in the paint for his entire career? Is Lively a true starting center at the NBA level? In all reality, Mavs fans haven't been able to witness Lively's best yet. He has yet to…
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theamericagist · 15 minutes ago
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Tampa Bay Lightning 2025 NHL free agency grades for every signing
The Tampa Bay Lightning were eliminated in the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. It was a disappointing exit for a Lightning team with Stanley Cup ambitions. It’s even more disappointing considering they didn’t give the Florida Panthers much of a fight. Entering NHL Free Agency, Tampa had to pick up the pieces and find the right depth signings for the season ahead. Tampa did not have…
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theamericagist · 18 minutes ago
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Polo Ralph Lauren spotlights HBCUs in new collection
Ralph Lauren has partnered with HBCUsSpelman and Morehouse College to pay tribute to Oak Bluff and HBCU heritage with its new limited-edition collection. Located on Martha's Vineyard's northeastern shore, Oak Bluffs has long served as a haven—a bright harbor where Black families, academics, artists, and heritage keepers find a happiness that America frequently dares to deny them elsewhere. And…
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theamericagist · 19 minutes ago
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HBCU band member assaulted by police in viral video
A video of Livingstone College student William McNeil Jr. has gone viral following the release of body camera footage from a February traffic stop in Jacksonville, Florida. McNeil was assaulted by officers from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office during a stop back in February. The video has sparked outrage across the country. He spoke about his experience during a recent interview with ABC News…
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theamericagist · 5 hours ago
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Steelers’ Mike Tomlin can’t hide excitement about Aaron Rodgers-DK Metcalf connection
The hype is building around the Pittsburgh Steelers after the front office managed to sign Aaron Rodgers at quarterback and trade for wide receiver DK Metcalf. However, nobody is more excited than head coach Mike Tomlin, as he couldn’t hide his excitement watching their connection in training camp. During a press conference with media members, Tomlin wore a big smile on his face when fielding a…
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theamericagist · 5 hours ago
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Rays dealt unfortunate Ha-Seong Kim injury update
Just as the Tampa Bay Rays were starting to get healthier, they’ve been hit with another tough blow. The team announced that shortstop Ha-Seong Kim has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a low back strain, retroactive to July 22. In a corresponding move, outfielder Jonny DeLuca was reinstated from the 60-day IL, while right-hander Jacob Waguespack was designated for assignment to clear a…
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theamericagist · 5 hours ago
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Ex-player pitches Red Sox-Angels Mike Trout idea
When the Boston Red Sox traded away Rafael Devers to the San Francisco Giants earlier this season, the deal was billed as a retooling, instead of an outright sell to start a larger rebuild. While Devers is a big-named slugger with accolades headlined by three All-Star appearances, two Silver-Slugger awards, and a World Series ring, he clashed with the team over his role and all but forced his way…
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theamericagist · 5 hours ago
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Pacers’ Tyrese Haliburton teases new PUMA Hali 1 colorways
Following their improbable run to the 2025 NBA Finals, the Indiana Pacers are hungrier than ever to return to the Playoffs and avenge their loss from last season. Had it not been for Tyrese Haliburton’s injury in Game 7, we could have easily seen a very different story play out this offseason. Haliburton still has his signature sneaker with PUMA to be proud about this offseason, recently teasing…
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theamericagist · 5 hours ago
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Mets rumors: New York ‘checked in’ on Sandy Alcantara, but there’s a catch
The Miami Marlins are rumored to be in the market to trade starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara before the deadline on July 31. There is speculation that numerous teams have reached out to them about making a potential trade. One of them is the New York Mets; however, there is a catch with the buzz surrounding New York. Reports indicate that the Mets have reached out to the Marlins regarding Sandy…
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theamericagist · 5 hours ago
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Aaron Boone dishes truth on Ryan McMahon’s ‘offensive potential’
The New York Yankees addressed a glaring need at third base by acquiring Ryan McMahon in a trade with the Colorado Rockies Friday. The Yankees were expected to upgrade the hot corner before the trade deadline this season. The team has received very little production from the position in 2025 and manager Aaron Boone believes McMahon can provide a fix. “I know there’s real offensive potential in…
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theamericagist · 5 hours ago
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Chiefs’ Elijah Mitchell has perfect reaction to joining Patrick Mahomes
The Kansas City Chiefs continue to trust in the core they have in place to generate sufficient offense, obviously confident that some of the younger talents can become reliable pass-catchers for Patrick Mahomes. KC did not make flashy additions as far as the skills positions are concerned, but it did make one under-the-radar move that could prove quite important just the same. New running back…
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theamericagist · 5 hours ago
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Bengals rookie Shemar Stewart’s holdout ends with $18.97 million contract
The Cincinnati Bengals have officially signed first-round pick Shemar Stewart to a four-year, fully guaranteed $18.97 million rookie contract, including a $10.4 million signing bonus, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The deal ends Stewart’s prolonged holdout and finalizes the last remaining first-round contract of the 2025 NFL Draft class. Selected 17th overall, Stewart’s delay in signing was…
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