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  • • Justin Simmons feels Broncos are “really close” to being playoff contenders
    The Broncos have not made the playoffs since safety Justin Simmons joined the team as a 2016 third-round pick, but that did not stop him from pledging his future to the club this offseason. Simmons signed a four-year contract extension in March and will be back as a key part of the team’s defense. He [more]...2021
  • Three ideal Nick Foles trade destinations before training camp
    • Three ideal Nick Foles trade destinations before training camp
    There are plenty of teams, including projected playoff contenders, who could use a dependable backup quarterback. With that in mind, let’s examine the best landing spots for a Foles trade....2021
  • • Travis Kelce: Browns are contenders, neck and neck with Chiefs in the AFC
    The Chiefs have been the class of the AFC the last couple years, but now Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce thinks the Browns are right there with the Chiefs in 2021. Kelce, who was born and raised in Cleveland, attended Browns receiver Jarvis Landry‘s charity softball game and said the Browns are playoff contenders. “They’re [more]...2021
  • Tom Brady rookie card sells for record $3.1 million at auction
    • Tom Brady rookie card sells for record $3.1 million at auction
    An autographed Brady 2000 Playoff Contenders Championship Rookie Ticket sold at auction for just over $3.1 million, setting a new all-time record for a football card....2021
  • Tom Brady rookie cards sells for record $3.1 million at auction
    • Tom Brady rookie cards sells for record $3.1 million at auction
    An autographed Brady 2000 Playoff Contenders Championship Rookie Ticket sold at auction for just over $3.1 million, setting a new all-time record for a football card....2021
  • • Another Tom Brady rookie card, another record
    Tom Brady may not be as old as Honus Wagner (Brady is getting there), but Brady’s rookie cards continue to make the coveted Honus Wagner trading card seem like old news. Specifically, a 2000 Playoff Contenders Championship Rookie Ticket No. 144 Tom Brady Rookie Autograph card went for $3.1 million through Lelands, shattering the prior [more]...2021
  • • Ranking 2021 NFL divisions from first to last: NFC West loaded with playoff contenders, AFC South not so much
    CBS NFL Insider Jason La Canfora goes top to bottom ranking the NFL divisions...2021
  • • Another Tom Brady rookie card is expected to set another record
    A so-called “Holy Grail” of Tom Brady‘s rookie cards sold for a record $2.25 million last month. Only it turns out that wasn’t the “Holy Grail.” Lelands, an online auction house, now has the highest-graded 2000 Playoff Contenders Championship Ticket autographed rookie (a BGS MINT 9) up for bid in its Mid-Spring Classic Auction. The [more]...2021
  • • 4 major decisions the Bulls need to make this offseason to become playoff contenders
    The Chicago Bulls came into the 2020-21 season in a state of limbo. After nabbing the fourth pick in the 2020 NBA Draft and selecting Patrick Williams out of Florida State University, in what many pundits and draftniks believed to be a “reach,” the team had a strong young nucleus to build around including Zach […] The post 4 major decisions the Bulls need to make this offseason to become pla...2021
  • • Three reasons why Red Sox, who currently have baseball's best record, are legitimate playoff contenders
    The Red Sox are atop the AL East thanks to their hot start...2021

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Playoff Contenders injury and suspension

  • • Big One at Talladega Sends Kurt Busch Airborne, Takes Out Playoff Contenders
    After more than 100 laps of on-the-edge racing, one push sent the YellaWood 500 over the edge and the field crashing down the Talladega Superspeedway frontstretch. Clint Bowyer was riding Jimmie Johnson‘s bumper through the trioval on lap 108 when several taps turned Johnson downward into Kurt Busch, triggering a massive crash heading toward the … The post Big One at Talladega Sends Ku...2020
  • • A view from the parapet: Readying for the final campaigns
    Photo by Kevin Sousa/NHLI via Getty Images A bi-weekly view at the rest of the Metro division ...2020
  • • A view from the parapet: A break in the winter campaign
    Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images Our bi-weekly (usually) look at the rest of the Metro division ...2020
  • • How Zion Williamson's return can shake up the NBA playoff race
    The man. The myth. The legend. New Orleans Pelicans rookie and No. 1 overall pick Zion Williamson will make his long-anticipated regular-season debut Wednesday night against the San Antonio Spurs Williamson has missed the first 44 games of the season with a knee injury and will be on a minutes restriction early on. Even then, his return is big news for the Pelicans and the NBA. Here’s why: It’s no...2020
  • • Streaking Jackets look to keep on keepin’ on
    Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Getty Images This is your gamethread for today’s matinee between the Sharks and Blue Jackets. Saturday, January 04, 2020 - 1:00 ESTNationwide Arena - Columbus, OhioTV: Fox Sports Ohio; Radio: 97.1 FMOpponent’s Blog: Fear The Fin San Jose Sharks (18-21-3, 39 points, 6th Pacific, 13th West) at Columbus Blue Jackets (19-14-8, 46 points, 6th Metro, 10th East) The Blue...2020
  • • A view from the parapet: Closing out the year
    Photo by Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Our bi-weekly look at the rest of the Metro Division Being a blog about the Columbus Blue Jackets and being read primarily by Blue Jackets fans, it’s perfectly natural that our focus remains inside our own lines. However, this season, we’ll take a peek over the breastworks to see just what the opposition is doing. This bi-weekly series w...2020
  • • Report: Todd Gurley 'on track' to play in Week 16 despite knee injury
    Todd Gurley gave the Los Angeles Rams, their fans and fantasy owners everywhere a scare Sunday night when he missed time with a knee injury. Seen on the sideline with ice on his knee, Gurley did return to the game later on. And according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, “the sense is he’s on track to play this week.” Based on the way Jared Goff has struggled the past three weeks, the Rams need Gurley...2018
  • • How banged up are 14 NFL playoff contenders?
    NFL Nation checks up on which postseason hopefuls are healthiest, and who could return from injury in time to help the playoff push....2018
  • • Tyreke Evans adjusting to life with Pacers
    Still in the early stages of his first season with the Pacers, Tyreke Evans continues to find his groove and fit on the team. Evans posted his best game of the season in the team’s win on Friday, and has said that he is continuing to adjust to the offense and will look to be more assertive moving forward. Signed this past offseason on a one-year deal, Evans serves as the Pacers’ sixth man, providi...2018
  • • Vikings’ Dalvin Cook expected to be out until Week 11
    The Minnesota Vikings have seen second-year running back Dalvin Cook on the field for a total of seven of a possible 23 games since the team made him a second-round pick back in 2017. Thus far this season, Cook has attempted just 36 runs in three games while dealing with a nagging hamstring injury. This comes on the heels of him missing all but four games after suffering a torn ACL last season. It...2018

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Playoff Contenders lifestyle

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    2015
  • • Why a Healthy Sammy Watkins Makes the Bills Legitimate AFC Playoff Contenders
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Playoff Contenders trade, contract, salary rumors

  • • Justin Simmons feels Broncos are “really close” to being playoff contenders
    The Broncos have not made the playoffs since safety Justin Simmons joined the team as a 2016 third-round pick, but that did not stop him from pledging his future to the club this offseason. Simmons signed a four-year contract extension in March and will be back as a key part of the team’s defense. He [more]...2021
  • • Three ideal Nick Foles trade destinations before training camp
    There are plenty of teams, including projected playoff contenders, who could use a dependable backup quarterback. With that in mind, let’s examine the best landing spots for a Foles trade....2021
  • • 4 major decisions the Bulls need to make this offseason to become playoff contenders
    The Chicago Bulls came into the 2020-21 season in a state of limbo. After nabbing the fourth pick in the 2020 NBA Draft and selecting Patrick Williams out of Florida State University, in what many pundits and draftniks believed to be a “reach,” the team had a strong young nucleus to build around including Zach […] The post 4 major decisions the Bulls need to make this offseason to become pla...2021
  • NBA trade candidate watch: Mid-sized expiring contracts
    • NBA trade candidate watch: Mid-sized expiring contracts
    From rotation pieces to salary fillers and a few intriguing wild cards, these players could be on the move as playoff contenders look to upgrade....2021
  • • The reason Kyle Lowry may remain with Raptors amid trade rumors
    As the NBA nears its trade deadline on March 25, one name who has been attached to plenty of recent trade rumors is Toronto Raptors point guard Kyle Lowry. Lowry has reportedly been linked to several playoff contenders looking to add a veteran playmaker with championship experience in time for the postseason, such as the […] The post The reason Kyle Lowry may remain with Raptors amid trade r...2021
  • • RUMOR: Bulls’ Thaddeus Young, not Zach LaVine, the non-Bradley Beal trade candidate who can change NBA
    With the NBA trade deadline steadily approaching, names are being tossed around as players that could help playoff contenders. In an article about potential trade candidates, ESPN’s Bobby Marks believe Thaddeus Young, and not Zach LaVine, of the Chicago Bulls is the non-Bradley Beal candidate that could be a marquee addition for a contender. When […] The post RUMOR: Bulls’ Thadde...2021
  • • De’Aaron Fox’s father wants Marvin Bagley III traded away from Kings in now-deleted tweet
    The Sacramento Kings have gotten off to a respectable start this season and currently have a 3-3 record, with wins over the Denver Nuggets and Phoenix Suns, two likely playoff contenders. But that wasn’t enough to prevent big man Marvin Bagley III’s father from airing out his frustration with his son’s role. After the Kings […] The post De’Aaron Fox’s father wants Marvin Bagley I...2021
  • Hoyer made Darvish deal to extend Cubs' window
    • Hoyer made Darvish deal to extend Cubs' window
    The Chicago Cubs made the Yu Darvish trade in an effort to extend their window as playoff contenders, team president Jed Hoyer said. "There are teams that never had that opportunity or chose not to take it," he said....2020
  • • Cannon Blasts: Who will win the Cup?
    Photo by Andy Devlin/NHLI via Getty Images That and more of this week’s links Just under two months ago, players and staff from 24 NHL teams entered the bubbles in Toronto and Edmonton. By next week, the Stanley Cup for the 2020 season will be handed over to a new champion. It’s pretty amazing the NHL pulled this thing off, and also bittersweet that this stretch of hockey is coming to an end, w...2020
  • • Best draft picks in Utah Jazz history, ranked
    The Utah Jazz have been, for the most part, perennial playoff contenders throughout their history. While the Jazz haven’t won an NBA title since being established as a franchise in 1974, they’ve had a good amount of success thanks to some stellar work in the draft. Let’s take a look at the best Jazz draft […] The post Best draft picks in Utah Jazz history, ranked appeared f...2020

Playoff Contenders stats and results

  • • Darlington takeaways: Early part of season reveals clues on playoffs
    Darlington marks the last regular-season points Cup race at a playoff track. Here's what those races show about the playoff contenders....2021
  • • Up to Speed: Alex Bowman’s Title Hopes Saved Again by the ROVAL
    For the first time in his NASCAR career, Alex Bowman has made it to the Round of 8 in the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs.  Entering Sunday’s race at the Charlotte Motor Speedway ROVAL, Bowman was seventh in points, holding a 22-point advantage over the cutline.  Like most of the playoff contenders, he fought through an … The post Up to Speed: Alex Bowman’s Title Hopes Saved Again by the RO...2020
  • • #TBvsDEN's Burning Questions: Are Jerry Jeudy, KJ Hamler ready for increased roles?
    The Broncos have lost a pair of games by a combined seven points against two teams that figure to be playoff contenders. These are the questions that will determine if they can get on the right side of the ledger in Week 3....2020
  • • A view from the parapet: Readying for the final campaigns
    Photo by Kevin Sousa/NHLI via Getty Images A bi-weekly view at the rest of the Metro division ...2020
  • • A view from the parapet: A break in the winter campaign
    Photo by Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images Our bi-weekly (usually) look at the rest of the Metro division ...2020
  • • Streaking Jackets look to keep on keepin’ on
    Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Getty Images This is your gamethread for today’s matinee between the Sharks and Blue Jackets. Saturday, January 04, 2020 - 1:00 ESTNationwide Arena - Columbus, OhioTV: Fox Sports Ohio; Radio: 97.1 FMOpponent’s Blog: Fear The Fin San Jose Sharks (18-21-3, 39 points, 6th Pacific, 13th West) at Columbus Blue Jackets (19-14-8, 46 points, 6th Metro, 10th East) The Blue...2020
  • • A view from the parapet: Closing out the year
    Photo by Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Our bi-weekly look at the rest of the Metro Division Being a blog about the Columbus Blue Jackets and being read primarily by Blue Jackets fans, it’s perfectly natural that our focus remains inside our own lines. However, this season, we’ll take a peek over the breastworks to see just what the opposition is doing. This bi-weekly series w...2020
  • • Chargers vs. Ravens how to watch, stream: Preview, prediction, statistics to know for showdown of AFC playoff contenders
    Here's everything you need to know as these playoff hopefuls square off...2018
  • • Chargers vs. Ravens: Preview, prediction, statistics to know for showdown of AFC playoff contenders
    Here's everything you need to know as these playoff hopefuls square off...2018
  • • Chiefs vs. Chargers how to watch, stream: Preview, pick, statistics to know for 'Thursday Night Football'
    Everything you know about this battle of AFC West playoff contenders...2018

Playoff Contenders parents, kids, wife / husband, girlfriend / boyfriend

  • • De’Aaron Fox’s father wants Marvin Bagley III traded away from Kings in now-deleted tweet
    2021
  • • Streaking Jackets look to keep on keepin’ on
    2020
  • • Story's 32nd blast caps 6-run 5th vs. D-backs
    After trailing, 1-0, since the top of the first inning, Trevor Story knocked his 32nd homer and 99th RBI of the season to pace the first-place Rockies and break open a taut ballgame between playoff contenders. The six-run fifth inning in Monday's series opener with the D-backs reversed the game's momentum, as the D-backs attempted to cut into the Rockies 2 1/2-game lead in the National League West...2018
  • The NFL's memorable Elite 8s? Who may join them as the NFL's 2018 champion-to-be?
    • The NFL's memorable Elite 8s? Who may join them as the NFL's 2018 champion-to-be?
    2018
  • Week 15 Snap Judgments
    • Week 15 Snap Judgments
    2017
  • Week 8 Snap Judgments
    • Week 8 Snap Judgments
    Musings, observations and the occasional insight as we dive into a Week 8 in the NFL that featured some bad weather and surprisingly good finishes… * Get ready for the NFC West to lead the way in drama in the season’s second half. Because this two-team Seahawks and Rams skirmish could be the most fascinating and entertaining of all division races as November and December unfolds. The Rams (5-2) we...2017
  • Keys to the Starting Lineup presented by CarMax: It all begins vs. Chiefs
    • Keys to the Starting Lineup presented by CarMax: It all begins vs. Chiefs
    There is so much to look forward to this season – both in New England and across the NFL. All that hope and potential begins with the Patriots hosting the Chiefs Thursday night at what should be an electric season opener in Foxborough. Seasons will collide, as the pre-game ceremonies to kick off yet another year of America’s most popular sport will include the unveiling of New England’s most recen...2017
  • • The ceiling and the floor for every NFC team in 2017
    2017
  • • NFL Free Agents 2017: Latest Notes and Predictions on Kirk Cousins, Top Names
    2017
  • • Clippers vs. Lakers: Score and Twitter Reaction from Christmas Day 2016
    2016

Top Playoff Contenders news

  • • New York Knicks Officially Eliminated From Playoffs With Loss vs. Warriors
    2015
  • • Nick Young and Jeremy Lin Have Hilarious Exchange at Lakers All-Access Event
    2015
  • • Joe Johnson Blasts Brooklyn Nets Teammates for Selfish Play
    2014
  • • Lance Stephenson Trade Rumors: Latest Buzz, Speculation Surrounding Hornets Star
    2015
  • • Miles Plumlee Trade Rumors: Latest Buzz, Speculation Surrounding Suns Center
    2015
  • • Carmelo Anthony Comments on Frustration with Lack of Foul Calls by Refs
    2015
  • • Sources: Cavs open to trade offers for Love
    Kevin Love is on the radar of several playoff contenders, and the Cavaliers are open to moving him if they find a requisite package of young assets and/or future draft picks, sources told ESPN....2019
  • • Derek Fisher Fired by Knicks: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
    2016
  • • Revamped 49ers Look Like Surprise Playoff Contenders Behind Stellar Carlos Hyde
    2015
  • • Week 15 Snap Judgments
    2017
  • • Hue Jackson to Browns: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
    2016
  • • Jonathan Lucroy to Indians: Latest Trade Details, Comments and Reaction
    2016
  • • Rolling Blue Jays Looking Every Bit the Offensive Juggernaut We Expected
    2015
  • • Astros Are Prepared to Move Date of Taylor Swift Concert If Team Makes Playoffs
    2014

Playoff Contenders fantasy rankings and news

  • • Report: Todd Gurley 'on track' to play in Week 16 despite knee injury
    2018
  • • Diagnosing Cleveland Cavaliers' Remaining Flaws
    2016
  • • NFL Picks Week 8: Latest Odds, Prop Bets, Over/Under Lines and Predictions
    2016
  • • NBA Tuesday Trade Roundup: Pistons' Present, Future Brighter with Tobias Harris
    2016
  • • Week 14 NFL game watchability rankings
    Week 14 in the NFL is here, and you might be entering the weekend with your own preferences regarding which games to focus on, and which to place on the backburner. Most of you have your favorites and fantasy players to track. But in case you’re completely neutral or need help breaking ties with regard to what to watch, we’ve ranked all 16 games from most appealing to least enticing. 1. Steelers a...2015
  • • Jameis Winston, Mike Evans, Vincent Jackson's Post-Week 11 Fantasy Advice
    2015
  • • Julius Thomas, Allen Robinson, Allen Hurns' Post-Week 11 Fantasy Advice
    2015
  • • MLB Playoff Predictions: Key Injuries Facing Playoff Contenders
    2015
  • • Revamped 49ers Look Like Surprise Playoff Contenders Behind Stellar Carlos Hyde
    2015
  • • Week 1 NFL game watchability rankings
    Week 1 in the NFL is here, and you might be entering the weekend with your own preferences regarding which games to focus on, and which to place on the backburner. Most of you have your favorites and fantasy players to track. But in case you’re completely neutral or need help breaking ties with regard to what to watch, we’ve ranked all 16 games from most appealing to least enticing. 1. Steelers at...2015

Playoff Contenders schedule, game

  • • Justin Simmons feels Broncos are “really close” to being playoff contenders
    2021
  • • Three ideal Nick Foles trade destinations before training camp
    2021
  • • Travis Kelce: Browns are contenders, neck and neck with Chiefs in the AFC
    2021
  • • Ranking 2021 NFL divisions from first to last: NFC West loaded with playoff contenders, AFC South not so much
    2021
  • • 4 major decisions the Bulls need to make this offseason to become playoff contenders
    2021
  • • Three reasons why Red Sox, who currently have baseball's best record, are legitimate playoff contenders
    2021
  • • Darlington takeaways: Early part of season reveals clues on playoffs
    2021
  • • The ‘Evergreen’ ship blocking the Knicks and Hornets from becoming legitimate playoff contenders
    Sometimes there is something blocking your way to success that just can’t be accounted for with what you have. There is an obstacle that is simply too big to allow for, and you feel like if it just wasn’t there, if you could just solve that one issue, nothing would be able to stop you. […] The post The ‘Evergreen’ ship blocking the Knicks and Hornets from becoming leg...2021
  • Bold moves by Arturas Karnišovas turns Bulls into instant playoff contenders
    • Bold moves by Arturas Karnišovas turns Bulls into instant playoff contenders
    Sam Smith puts into perspective the magnitude of the 2021 NBA Trade Deadline moves made by the Chic...2021
  • • NBA trade candidate watch: Mid-sized expiring contracts
    2021

Playoff Contenders rumors, scandals

  • • Week 15 Snap Judgments
    2017
  • • Week 8 Snap Judgments
    2017
  • • Spurs vs. Rockets: Score, Highlights, Reaction from 2016 Regular Season
    2016
  • • NBA Trade Rumors: The Latest Buzz Surounding Andrew Bogut, Rudy Gay and More
    2016
  • • NBA Trade Rumors: Buzz Surrounding Potential Monta Ellis, Andrew Bogut Deals
    2016
  • • NFL Playoff Picture Has Been Reshaped by the Two-Point Runback
    2016
  • • Mike Freeman's 10-Point Stance: Ryan Tannehill May Have Finally Found His Groove
    2016
  • • NFL Predictions Week 11: Picks and Odds Advice for Latest Schedule
    2016
  • • Bad Football? It May Be (Mostly) an Optical Illusion
    2016
  • • Lakers 2016-17 Schedule: Top Games, Championship Odds and Record Predictions
    2016

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