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• March Madness 2026: How To Watch Maryland Vs North Carolina, Live Stream, TV Channel, Prediction, Betting Odds

The storied rivalry between North Carolina and Maryland is renewed this Sunday at Carmichael Arena in Chapel Hill, with a trip to the Sweet 16 on the line. Once staples of the same conference, these two programs meet for the first time since 2014 in a high-stakes "4-vs-5" matchup in the Fort Worth 1 Region. The Tar Heels are looking for their second consecutive Sweet 16 appearance, while a battle-...2026
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• North Carolina advances in women's NCAA Tournament by beating Western Illinois 82-51
Nyla Harris scored 17 points, Lanie Grant had 15 and North Carolina rolled past cold-shooting Western Illinois 82-51 on Friday night in the first round of the women's NCAA Tournament. Nyla Brooks added 14 points and Indya Nivar had 11 as the Tar Heels, hosting games on the opening weekend for the second year in a row, won a first-round game for the fifth straight season. Fourth-seeded North Caro...2026
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• What Channel is the UNC Game Today? Western Illinois vs. North Carolina Time & Odds

Disclosure: RealGM may receive a commission if you sign up for a service or purchase a product through the links in this article. These partnerships help support our independent sports coverage. The historic Carmichael Arena in Chapel Hill hosts a high-stakes opening round battle this Friday as the #4 seed North Carolina Tar Heels look to defend their home floor against the #13 seed Western Illino...2026
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• Western Illinois turns back Lindenwood's rally, wins women's OVC Tournament championship
Mia Nicastro had 21 points and 10 rebounds, Mallory Shetley added 18 points and Western Illinois defeated Lindenwood 71-65 on Saturday to win the OVC Tournament championship. No 1 seed Western Illinois led 54-50 through three quarters. Lindenwood, the No. 2 seed which once trailed by 16 points, got a three-point play from Gracie Kelsey and later Aleshia Jones had a three-point play followed by a...2026
• Scouting Jets defensive tackle Khalen Saunders

The Jets recently signed defensive tackle Khalen Saunders and he has already played in four games for the team. Today we break Saunders down in detail. The 29-year old Saunders is listed at 6’0″ and 324 pounds and was a third round pick out of Western Illinois in 2019. He has two Super Bowl rings […]...2025
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• 2025 Atlanta Braves Prospect Reviews: Brett Sears

How Acquired The Braves drafted Brett Sears in the seventh round of the 2024 MLB Draft. Sears signed for a senior sign bonus of $12.5k out of Nebraska, after initially starting his college career at Western Illinois.What Were Expectations? The expectations for Sears were fairly low coming in. Despite being the 2024 Big Ten Pitcher […]...2025
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• March Madness 2026: How To Watch Maryland Vs North Carolina, Live Stream, TV Channel, Prediction, Betting Odds
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• New Orleans Saints Hidden Gems: 3 Secret Superstars on the 2025 roster

Photo by Larry Radloff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The 2025 Saints are trying once again to fix their post-Drew Brees QB situation, which means that Secret Superstars at every other position will have to step up. Here are three capable Hidden Gems. That old football saying, “When you have two starting quarterbacks, you really have NO starting quarterbacks” would seem to apply to the ...2025
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• Our favorite fictional athletes, from Lightning McQueen to Rocky Balboa

Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images SB Nation’s favorite fictional athletes The blooming partnership between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce over the past two NFL seasons has meant many things. Not only did that relationship open the door for the legion of Swifties to learn about the NFL — as our intrepid James Dator learned when he joined their Discord server early in the relationship — but...2025
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• KhaDarel Hodge, Khalen Saunders lead NFL Week 5’s list of Secret Superstars

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images Falcons’ late-game hero and Taylor Swift’s backup dancer’s brother headline Week 5’s Secret Superstars Every week in the NFL, the big news generally surrounds the game’s greatest superstars doing what they do. But it’s just as sure that every week, there will be unknown and under-the-radar guys who rise up out of seemingly nowhere to make their names be...2024
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• Lions rookie minicamp observations: First impressions each draft pick

Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK We offer our first impression of the Detroit Lions 2024 draft class based on Day 1 of rookie minicamp. On Friday, the Detroit Lions opened 2024 rookie minicamp with the first of three practices. Media was only privy to that opening practice, as the following two will be done internally. Pride of Detroit was lucky enough to be part of the media present during ...2024
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• SCWPro To Hold 'Fight For Austin' On May 18 To Help Austin Acree Fight Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
SCWPro is helping one of theirs. SCWPro is set to hold "Fight For Austin" on May 18 to raise funds for Austin Acree, who is battling non-hodgkin's lymphoma. From SCWPro: “This one is bigger than wrestling” For almost 21 years, SCWPro has been running professional wrestling events in Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois, but on Saturday May 18th, they will run their most important event ever. “Fig...2024
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• College basketball Championship Week: Title games we need to see, players who will be heard from, sleepers to watch, and more

Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports The madness before the madness is here. Embrace it before the 2024 men’s NCAA tournament begins. It’s a presidential election year, and the picture of what exactly America is has never been murkier or more disputed. The conversations necessary to clear that picture up have never been more difficult to facilitate. Maybe this is why I find myself now, perh...2024
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• Cowboys news: Difficult decisions ahead with roster cuts as Dallas turns to regular season

Raymond Carlin III-USA TODAY Sports The next time the Cowboys take the field, the game counts on Sunday night at the Giants! Experts are split over their Cowboys 53-man roster predictions - Reid Hanson, The Cowboys Wire The other 31 teams will be watching the Cowboys roster cuts closely, as many talented players won’t make the final numbers crunch. The 2023 Cowboys are a loaded roster. Th...2023
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• Cowboys countdown to kickoff: #17 Dennis Houston

Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports The Dallas Cowboys face the New York Giants in Week 1. And we’re counting down to it by jersey numbers. We’re continuing our countdown to the opening game of the Dallas Cowboys 2023 regular season. Each day we’ll present a new player whose jersey number represents the countdown to opening day. Today is number 17. WR Dennis HoustonBorn: 24th April 1999 (24) - F...2023
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• Giants news, 8/8: Joint practices, Daniel Jones, Eric Gray, more headlines

New York Giants news for Tuesday Good morning, New York Giants fans! New York Giants roster: Thoughts on every position as preseason nears Instead of doing a 53-man roster projection, BBV's Ed Valentine assesses the roster position-by-position as the Giants transition from training camp to preseason mode and head to Michigan for a pair of joint practices with the Detroit Lions. Valentine gives his...2023
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• The story of how the wedge between Art Modell and Paul Brown began: Part 2
Modell was part of the third ownership group A group of investors hailing from New York City had bought the Cleveland Browns in 1961. The two main owners were the Schaefer Beer Company and advertising executive Arthur B. Modell. The highlight of the deal for Modell, who would become a hands-on owner, was that Paul Brown would remain the head coach. Without this stipulation, the deal may not have ...2023
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"Mia Nicastro had 21 points and 10 rebounds, Mallory Shetley added 18 points and Western Illinois defeated Lindenwood 71-65 on Saturday to win the OVC Tournament championship."

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"Deke Van - Western Illinois in College Hoops 2K8 I spent more than a year of my life simulating a college basketball video game from 15 years ago and blogging every move."

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"The Chicago native was undrafted out of Western Illinois (after transferring from Northern Illinois), but was able to carve out a few seasons with the Cleveland Browns, catching 40 passes for 490 yards and a touchdown."

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"Western Illinois DT Khalen Saunders is 320-pounds and can backflip pic."

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"30, 2022Age 80 Local (Oak Park) product Marv Staehle was signed by the White Sox after just one year Western Illinois University, spending three seasons stuck at the absolute lowest level of pro ball (Class D)."

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"NFL prospect Khalen Saunders of Western Illinois has elected to stay at the Senior Bowl after he was informed that his fiancee had gone into labor back in Chicago."

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"Jackson spent the last two years as wide receivers coach at Temple and previously coached at North Carolina State, Northern Illinois, Western Illinois and Akron."

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""That was when I realized Christian was different," said Fisher, now the head coach at Western Illinois."

2015
"He failed to reach 100 rushing yards in only two games, and one of them was an early blowout against Western Illinois that saw him only carry the ball 17 times."

• March Madness 2026: How To Watch Maryland Vs North Carolina, Live Stream, TV Channel, Prediction, Betting Odds
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• What Channel is the UNC Game Today? Western Illinois vs. North Carolina Time & Odds
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• 2025 Atlanta Braves Prospect Reviews: Brett Sears
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• Rodney Harrison into Chargers Hall of Fame

Rodney Harrison will become the 36th Chargers player to be inducted into the team’s Hall of Fame later this year. On Monday, it was announced that former safety Rodney Harrison will be inducted into the Chargers Hall of Fame, becoming the 44th person to earn the honor and the 36th player overall for the Bolts. Per the team, Harrison’s induction ceremony will take place in Week Eight when the Charg...2025
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• Today in White Sox History: December 25

Just two White Sox managers, hanging out. | Focus on Sport/Getty Images Happy birthday to an overlooked manager 1927 Nellie Fox — the second-best second baseman, fourth-best hitter, and 11th-best player in White Sox history by WAR (47.4) — was born in St. Thomas, Pa. Although certainly more in line with players of his time, Fox was an undersized 5´9´´, achieving his stardom with the grit t...2024
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• KhaDarel Hodge, Khalen Saunders lead NFL Week 5’s list of Secret Superstars
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• Khalen Saunders’ one-handed interception of Patrick Mahomes has a Taylor Swift twist

Saints defensive tackle Khalen Saunders tackled Travis Kelce, setting into motion the most bizarre sequence of NFL Week 5 One of the most fascinating stories during the 2019 NFL Draft season came from Western Illinois. The Leathernecks saw their first player invited to the Senior Bowl, the premier pre-draft collegiate all-star game. That player? Defensive lineman Khalen Saunders, who built a name...2024
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• Exclusive interview with Browns UDFA TE Treyton Welch excited for opportunities, learning from David Njoku

Photo by Christopher Hook/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images 25 questions with a rookie of a position of need When the Cleveland Browns went into the NFL draft this past April, there were some very glaring needs. One was the third tight end. Or maybe the backup tight end. In an interesting twist, GM Andrew Berry came away from the draft not selecting another tight end at all. RELATED: ONE ...2024
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• North Carolina advances in women's NCAA Tournament by beating Western Illinois 82-51
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• Western Illinois turns back Lindenwood's rally, wins women's OVC Tournament championship
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• Exclusive interview with Browns UDFA TE Treyton Welch excited for opportunities, learning from David Njoku
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• Meet Up! Get to know new Browns TE Treyton Welch

Troy Babbitt-USA TODAY Sports There is a need for a third tight end When the Cleveland Browns went into the NFL draft weekend, there were some very glaring needs. One was the third tight end. GM Andrew Berry came away from the draft not selecting another tight end. After the draft was concluded, he signed undrafted rookie free agent Treyton Welch (6’-3”, 241 pounds) out o...2024
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• Antonio Gates, Rodney Harrison named finalist for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024

Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports Former Chargers right end Antonio Gates is primed to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame in just his first year of eligibility. On Wednesday evening, the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced their 15 finalists for the class of 2024. In all, three former Chargers were among them, headlined by former tight end Antonio Gates and safety Rodney Harrison. Gates is ...2023
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• The story of how the wedge between Art Modell and Paul Brown began: Part 2
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• New Orleans Saints Hidden Gems: 3 Secret Superstars on the 2025 roster
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• Exclusive interview with Browns UDFA TE Treyton Welch excited for opportunities, learning from David Njoku
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• Cowboys countdown to kickoff: #17 Dennis Houston
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• Giants news, 5/23: OTA schedule, Martindale honored, Cowden joins front office, more headlines
New York Giants news for Tuesday Good morning, New York Giants fans! New York Giants set to begin OTAs — what to expect The New York Giants began Phase 3 of their offseason program, commonly known as OTAs, on Monday. This is the first time we will see 2023 draft picks and undrafted free agents mixed in with veteran players during on-field practice sessions. It will mark the first time we veteran a...2023
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• True Blue Golf Club, Caledonia Golf & Fish Club Set To Host Golfweek/Any Given Tuesday Intercollegiate

(PAWLEYS ISLAND) – True Blue Golf Club and Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, two of America’s top 100 resort courses, are poised to host 36 teams from across the nation for the Golfweek/Any Given Tuesday Intercollegiate. The 54-hole event will be played March 27-29 with 18 men’s and 18 women’s teams competing on the highly acclaimed Mike Strantz designs. The women will play Caledonia all thre...2023
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• Christian Hackenberg: The Mystery Man of the NFL Draft
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• Saints to sign DT Khalen Saunders
The Republic-USA TODAY Sports New Orleans beefs up their DL. The New Orleans Saints are making another addition to their interior DL. The team is signing DT Khalen Saunders. per reports. Saunders is a 2x Super Bowl champion who was drafted in 2019 by the Kansas City Chiefs. A (literally) big addition for the #Saints: DT Khalen Saunders is expected to sign with New Orleans, sources tell ...2023
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• The story of how the wedge between Art Modell and Paul Brown began: Part 2
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• Frank Clark lauds Khalen Saunders as one of the league’s best defensive tackles
Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images The Kansas City lineman will enter free agency after turning in the best season of his career. Defensive tackle Khalen Saunders has been an underrated player on the Kansas City Chiefs’ road to Super Bowl LVII. The fourth-year pro out of Western Illinois played in 16 games this season — setting career highs with sacks (3.5) and tackles (48). He made h...2023
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• 2023 Cowboys roster breakdown: Wide receivers
Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images The receivers have to be better than last year... right? Mike McCarthy is entering his fourth season as the head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, but his first since taking over the offensive play-calling. Since coming to Dallas, McCarthy has led the Cowboys to consecutive 12-win seasons, but they’ve failed to reach the NFC Championship Game both years. Afte...2023
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• Report: Seahawks hire former Steelers assistant as wide receivers coach

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images Frisman Jackson is the latest addition to the Seahawks coaching staff. The Seattle Seahawks coaching staff assembling continues. Frisman Jackson, formerly with the Pittsburgh Steelers, will assume the role of wide receivers coach according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. The #Seahawks are hiring Frisman Jackson as their wide receivers coach, per source. Jackso...2024
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• Antonio Gates, Rodney Harrison named finalist for Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024
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• Cowboys 2023 draft scouting report: Arizona State RB Xazavian Valladay
Photo by Kevin Abele/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Cowboys will certainly target a running back in the upcoming draft. A continuing series of scouting reports for potential Cowboys draft picks. Name: Xazavian ValladayPosition: RBHeight: 5’11”Weight: 204 pounds Xazavian Valladay Career Stats, courtesy of Sports Reference Combine Results: Not invited Xazavian Vall...2023
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• Giants news, 8/8: Joint practices, Daniel Jones, Eric Gray, more headlines
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• March Madness 2026: How To Watch Maryland Vs North Carolina, Live Stream, TV Channel, Prediction, Betting Odds
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• Week 2 - Which College Players Are Future Vikings 2024

Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images Who do you want to watch this week? Week one is in the books and there were some surprises. For me, it was surprising to see my Trojans play as well as they did against LSU. Florida State looks to be overrated as they now have lost to unranked Georgia Tech and Boston College. They can kiss the playoffs goodbye. There are not many good matchups this wee...2024
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• Who could replace Vic Fangio as Dolphins defensive coordinator? Taking a look at the candidates

Photo by Leslie Plaza Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The Miami Dolphins have swung into the coaching carousel with the news on Wednesday that defensive coordinator Vic Fangio will not return in 2024. Who could be his replacement? The Miami Dolphins and defensive coordinator Vic Fangio mutually agreed to part ways on Wednesday, opening a major vacancy on the Dolphins’ coaching sta...2024
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