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Maria Taylor officially joins NBC Sports shortly after departure from ESPN

Arguably the busiest woman in sports managed to lead NBA Finals coverage on ESPN at the beginning of a week, and appear on NBC’s Olympics coverage just a few days later.

Posted 1 month ago Baseball

NCAA athletes set for compensation through interim name, image and likeness policy

After years of controversy surrounding compensation for college athletes, the NCAA set the stage for just that with an interim name, image and likeness policy.

Posted 2 months ago Basketball

Duke HC Mike Krzyzewski set to retire after 2021-2022 season

Longtime Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski has decided to retire after the 2021-2022 season, ending a run with the university that has lasted more than three decades.

Posted March 17, 2021 MMA/Wrestling

2021 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships: Predictions for all 10 weight classes

For the first time since 2019, college wrestling fans can prepare for some madness in the month of March.

Posted February 2, 20211 Comment Football

EA Sports is bringing college football back on next-gen consoles

After almost a decade, college football fans will finally get to play with their favorite schools in a video game, all thanks to a new effort from EA Sports.

Posted November 14, 20208 Comments Football

Which NFL team can Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence help the most in 2021?

Which NFL teams could jump at the chance to select Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence in the draft, and give him enough resources to potentially make a run during his rookie season?

Posted November 10, 20203 Comments Football

How COVID-19 created the most unique November sports weekend of all time

November 12-November 15 will go down as one of the most unique sports weekends of all time, and fans should take it all in and enjoy it all as best as they can.

Posted June 11, 20203 Comments Baseball

Biggest takeaways from the first round of the 2020 MLB Draft

While talks between Major League Baseball and the MLBPA regarding a return to play after the COVID-19 pandemic remain at a standstill, the show had to go on as it related to the league’s annual draft.

Posted April 28, 2020 MMA/Wrestling

UFC 249: Beginner’s guide ahead of historic May 9 card

Come one, come all! Welcome to the UFC hype-train. Keep your hands and feet inside the ride at all times, and let’s hope this thing goes off without a hitch! … Continue Reading UFC 249: Beginner’s guide ahead of historic May 9 card

Posted March 19, 202024 Comments Baseball

Missing sports? Useful alternatives to help you get your fix during the COVID-19 pandemic

In a world full of digital options for streaming sports or simulating games, there are a few different means for fans to consider to fill the void over the next few months.

Posted February 20, 20201 Comment Football

As the NFL debates changes to its season, what elements could the league borrow from the XFL?

The NFL is back in the sporting news cycle as the league’s owners approve a proposed collective bargaining agreement, putting the ball in the NFL Players Association’s court ahead of … Continue Reading As the NFL debates changes to its season, what elements could the league borrow from the XFL?

Posted July 30, 201914 Comments MMA/Wrestling

With Selection Sunday finally over and brackets officially filled, it’s time for March Madness to begin. David Austin Bumpus, Eric Coburn and Ryan Hathaway of The Swing Of Things’ staff … Continue Reading The Swing Of Things Staff’s March Madness Picks