Who is Mazi Smith, the Dallas Cowboys’ first round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft?

The 6-foot-3, 323-pound defensive tackle out of Michigan will look to bolster a Cowboys defense that at times struggled against the run last season. FRISCO, Texas — The Dallas Cowboys stood pat and went defense with its pick in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The Cowboys on Thursday chose Michigan defensive tackle … Read more

‘I played baseball — I love baseball.’ | DeMarcus Ware’s Hall of Fame NFL career almost didn’t happen without meeting another Auburn legend

Cowboys fans recognize the bright smile and revere his defensive dominance. What they may not know is that he almost never played football. DALLAS — His super power: Disruption.  Fast and feared, DeMarcus Ware is among the most-dominant pass rushers in NFL history. His story may have never happened were it not for a chance … Read more

Spurs’ Mitch Johnson, Becky Hammon on the shortlist for Raptors head coaching job

According to a report, Johnson and Hammon are among the candidates to be the next Toronto head coach. SAN ANTONIO — The Raptors have parted ways with Nick Nurse, and among the candidates to take the head coaching spot is San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Mitch Johnson, reports ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.  According to the report, … Read more

Service pup-in-training joins the Philadelphia Phillies, will eventually help disabled veterans

Major, a 10-week-old black Labrador puppy, was welcomed to the club’s off-the-field roster at Citizens Bank Park as a new service pup-in-training. PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Phillies welcomed a new member to the team on Wednesday!  Major, a 10-week-old black Labrador puppy, was welcomed to the club’s off-the-field roster at Citizens Bank Park as a … Read more