Author: Mike Kovacs

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Mike is an experienced credentialed sports journalist with 15 years experience covering football. He is an administrator with Sports Heroics and is the owner and founder at Last Word On Sports.

NFL

The Buccaneers get to face off against the reigning NFC Champions on Monday Night Football in Week 3. After Tom Brady elected to retire, there were not many who had the Bucs succeeding in 2023. Alas, through two weeks, Tampa Bay is 2-0 and Baker Mayfield is looking brand new. Tampa Bay Buccaneers Keys to Win Over The Eagles Limit Hurts on the Ground Jalen Hurts is one of the premier quarterbacks in the NFL, there is no getting around that. He’s electric on the ground and can sling with with the best of them. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers odds…

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Week 1 has come and gone. It is a far way off from the NFL Playoffs, but the discussion rages on. The goal for the regular season is to win the division. Only eight teams can claim such a feat but there will be six wild card teams to make the playoffs to vie for their own postseason success.  Last year, two NFC wild card teams defeated division winners and moved on to the divisional round while no AFC teams did. This year, there’s a good chance some high-powered teams who miss out on a divisional title.  AFC Playoffs Wild…

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The Buffalo Bills and New York Jets are ready to battle it out in each team’s first AFC East showdown of the 2023-24 NFL season. With star quarterbacks Josh Allen and Aaron Rodgers leading their respective offenses, the Bills vs Jets promises to be a thrilling display of offensive firepower. [pickup_prop id=”34669″] Bills vs Jets Preview, Monday Night Football When these two teams last met in December in Buffalo, the Bills won 20-12.  Josh Allen was a bit off, only 16/27 for 147 yards and a single TD. Jets quarterback Mike White went to the air a lot, completing 27…

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For a football fan, team logos have an undeniable impact. Design, colors, and association with memorable moments all contribute to how we view these pieces of branding. When it comes to the ACC, there is no shortage of distinct and striking symbols of team spirit. Let’s dive in on my list of the top ACC team logos. In ranking these logos, I’m looking for a mix of aesthetics, clever design, and how well the images embody the spirit and history of their respective teams. Also read: Top 5 SEC Logos Top Big Ten Logos Go Head-to-HeadTop 5 Big 12 LogosTop 5…

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The new NFL season is almost upon us, and that means we’re going to see another exciting season of football in the AFC South. The Houston Texans, the Indianapolis Colts, the Jacksonville Jaguars, and the Tennessee Titans all compete for a space in the playoffs and, if all goes to plan, the Super Bowl itself. If that seems far-fetched, perhaps it should. The AFC South doesn’t appear to be a top division this year, but the stakes still run high. This article will look at: who we think will win this season’s AFC South title what things will be crucial…

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Imagine a world of college football without logos. A world where college athletes take the field but something seems off about the whole spectacle. One cannot deny the importance of logos. They are integral not only for branding purposes but also in solidifying the identity of college teams. College football logos ignite the spark of passion in the hearts of students, alumni, and fans alike. In this article, we turn the spotlight towards the PAC-12 logos, uncovering the top 5 in the conference. Also read: Top 5 SEC Logos Top Big Ten Logos Go Head-to-HeadTop 5 Big 12 LogosACC Logos…

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College football and sports branding go hand-in-hand. The right logo can become an enduring symbol and representation of the players’ spirit, the fans’ loyalty, the history and tradition of the institution, and the community they represent. A well-designed logo is more than just a visual representation; it’s an embodiment of the team’s identity. In the Big 12, that identity ranges from steely determination to energetic and fierce competition. So, let’s dive into the reflection of that spirit: the Big 12 logos. Also read: Top 5 SEC Logos Top Big Ten Logos Go Head-to-HeadTop 5 Pac 12 LogosACC Logos Ranked The…

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James Cook, a former running back for the Georgia Bulldogs, was picked by the Buffalo Bills in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft. A lot of NFL fans would know the name, but mostly because James’s brother Dalvin was a really good player for the Minnesota Vikings until he became a free agent this summer. In his first year with the Buffalo Bills, James Cook’s role was very limited in the team’s pass-heavy system, and he was listed as the team’s second-string running back behind Devin Singletary. Even when Cook got the ball, he made some beginner mistakes…

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With the NFL preseason coming into its final weekend, finishing this Sunday, August 27th, it is nearly time for the 2023 season to begin. The first game between the Chiefs and the Lions is set to take place on September 8th, with both teams, as it stands, taking a win and a loss in preseason. There are many twists and turns expected, as with every season. Here are six NFL season predictions we’re watching. 2023-24 Season Set to Begin Week One The season’s opening game is between the Chiefs and the Lions on Thursday, September 7, 8:20 pm EST. The…

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Quite possibly the most competitive division in football, the AFC North is set to impress in 2023. Despite the fact that the Cincinnati Bengals are vying for their third consecutive division title, there is a legitimate route for all four teams to take the crown.  The division is ridiculously competitive and brutal. From the outside looking in, the AFC North is a division not to be trifled with. However, there are a few storylines to keep an eye on as the season gets underway. A Competent Offensive Line in Cincinnati Thus far in Joe Burrow’s Bengals career, he’s had to…

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