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Tar Heel Eric Montross dies of cancer at 52
The family of Tar Heel great Eric Montross reported his passing on Sunday at the age of 52. According to his family, he was diagnosed with cancer in March. From 1990 to 1994, Montross played for UNC’s legendary head coach, Dean Smith. During his freshman and sophomore years, he was also a teammate of Hubert […]
SZN Opener: LSU Guard Aneesah Morrow Talks Leaving DePaul, Learning from Injuries, & More
SZN Opener is back with new episodes dropping every week. On Season 2 of this dynamic podcast series, host and noted sports analyst Monica McNutt showcases Black college athletes and explores their triumphs, challenges and aspirations along their sports journeys. In Episode 2, LSU’s Aneesah Morrow joins SZN Opener for an in-depth conversation about her […]
Jess Charman: Really Excited About the Hire of Dean Smith
To say there is excitement about the Dean Smith hire for Charlotte FC might be a bit of understatement. Of course there is the obvious connections to the state with him sharing the same name as one of the greatest college basketball coaches and cultural leaders the state has ever seen along with his son […]
Cam Newton for President?
It's been quite a week for Cam Newton, as the former Panthers QB is doing a media tour of sorts, going on multiple podcasts and radio shows, talking about today's NFL. The first set of comments that caused a stir, was him calling QBs like Dak Prescott, and Brock Purdy "game managers", despite them having their teams in legitimate positions to compete for, and potentially win a Super Bowl. He didn't stop there, as when he appeared on the QB Room, he made a pitch that he should be the President of Football Operations for the Carolina Panthers. That position has become more common in today's sports, across sports like basketball, baseball, and football. The idea of Dave Tepper hiring a team president isn't that far-fetched, especially considering his front office is seeking stability, after another tumultuous season, on and off the field.
Draymond Green Suspended Indefinitely For Hitting Jusuf Nurkic, Social Media Reacts
Draymond Green’s latest on-the-court violence has yielded his most severe punishment yet. Usually, it’s a fine — he’s already given the NBA more than $2.2 million throughout his career- a few suspended games, but this time, he’s been suspended indefinitely. https://twitter.com/TSN_Sports/status/1734796383276982711?s=20 “Green’s suspension will begin immediately. He will be required to meet certain league and team […]
Giannis Antetokounmpo Goes On Rampage Into Pacers Locker Room In Search Of Game Ball
We haven’t even hit the halfway mark of the NBA season, and there have already been several heated moments. Sure, plenty of them are caused by Draymond Green’s violent streak, but the latest comes from another NBA Champion, Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Greek Freak and the Milwaukee Bucks charted an impressive 140-126 win over the Indiana […]
Draymond Green Ejected After Hitting Jusuf Nurkic In The Face, Social Media Mocks His WWE Behavior
Not even a month ago, Draymond Green was suspended for choking Rudy Gobert, and now he’s found his way into another questionably dirty play. During Tuesday night’s Golden State Warriors 119-116 loss against the Phoenix Suns, Green was guarding Jusuf Nurkic. While Green had his back turned to Nurkic, he swung his arm around and […]
Willie P Discuss Charlotte FC’s Hire With Wes & Walker
Earlier today, Charlotte FC announced the hire of Dean Smith as their new manager for the upcoming 2024 season. And we know what you're thinking, and it's not the famous Dean Smith, that made Carolina Basketball a premier program. Smith brings to Charlotte, experience and a track record of success in England's Premier League, and isn't new to turning around underperforming clubs. Charlotte FC is coming off their first-ever berth in the MLS postseason, and the hiring of Smith sets the club up for sustained success, something they've failed to cultivate, as they've fired their managers, in each of their first two seasons of play.
Ross Tucker: Bill Belichick Would Bring Credibility to Carolina
Ever since the Bill Belichick rumors in regards to the Panthers vacancy started swirling, virtually everyone has had an opinion on the matter. For Panther fans, the possibility of hiring a head coach that beat you in the Super Bowl is as big a catch-22 as you could get when you consider that Belichick is arguably the best head coach in NFL history. On the flip side, looking at his struggles without Tom Brady makes you question just how great of a coach he truly is. Many people in the football community also believe that the game has passed him by, and he struggles to connect with today's players.
It’s Time to Have the Conversation About Sitting Bryce
Each week, it feels like there is no way that it can possibly get any worse for the Panthers and yet it seems to even on off days that things seem to become even more depressing. Sunday may have been a new low for the team as they dropped to 1-12 with their lowest offensive […]
Stephen A. Smith Rips “Fat” Zion Williamson, Amid Report He Refuses To Get In Shape, Social Media Piles On
Every couple of years, a potential generational NBA talent is nearly handed the keys to the league. Victor Wembanyama is currently in those shoes, but back during the 2019 draft, it was Zion Williamson, and according to recent reports, he’s still struggling with his potential greatness. One of the biggest digs on Williamson upon entering […]
LSU Quarterback Jayden Daniels Wins 2023 Heisman Trophy
Amid a race to win the most coveted award in college sports, Jayden Daniels was crowned the 2023 Heisman Trophy winner. The LSU quarterback was up against some of the other biggest household names in NCAA football, like Oregon quarterback Bo Nix, Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr., and Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. However, […]
Wes & Walker Broadcast Live From Army/Navy Game
Tomorrow the Army/Navy rivalry renews itself in the 124th edition of America's Game. An Army win over Navy would secure the Black Knights the Commander-In-Chief Trophy, which the service academies compete for yearly. For the last two days, the Wes & Walker Show on WFNZ was broadcasting live from Radio Row in Boston, to get you ready for the final game before bowl season kicks off later this month, and they had quite the guests while on location.
Joe Person on Panthers Failed Reich Experiment
The firing of Frank Reich last Monday made it clear that the Carolina Panthers are not a well-run organization right now. It appears that was just the culmination of a poor culture under Reich’s direction that doomed him from the start. An article from The Athletic yesterday laid out the toxic culture that was described […]
Just Do It: Tiger Woods & Nike Reportedly Looking To Part Ways
After nearly three decades as one of Nike‘s brightest endorsers, Tiger Woods may be calling it quits with the Swoosh. The rumor was first heard on the No Laying Up golf podcast, which stated that the PNC Golf Championship –which takes place from Dec. 14-17 at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club– could be the last time Woods […]
SZN Opener: Grambling State Defensive End Sundiata Anderson Talks Learning From Coach Hue Jackson, Overcoming Health Issues, & More
SZN Opener is back with new episodes dropping every week starting this December. On season two of this dynamic podcast series, host and noted sports analyst Monica McNutt showcases Black college athletes and explores their triumphs, challenges and aspirations along their sports journeys. In episode one, SZN Opener welcomes Sundiata Anderson, a defensive lineman at […]
Ex-Jacksonville Jaguars Employee Accused Of Stealing Over $22M From NFL Franchise
Swiping a few burgers from your fast good gig is one thing, but an 8 figure theft is another realm of skimming off the top. That’s the situation a former Jacksonville Jaguars employee found himself in, as he’s not being accused of stealing more than $22 million from the NFL team between 2019 and 2023 […]
Vashti Hurt Dissects 1-11 Panthers With Wes & Walker
The Panther news happened early this morning, after The Athletic dropped the latest bombshell report, digging deeper into the dysfunction that exists under Dave Tepper's ownership. The Panthers are currently 1-11, the worst record in the NFL, and without a first-round draft pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the outlook is bleak in terms of Carolina competing in the NFC South anytime soon. Factor in the team announcing earlier today that training camp won't be held at Wofford next season, just adding to the bad feeling that currently exists not only on the team, but throughout a fanbase that is growing tired, and more impatient by the day.
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