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#1
10 prospects to target in 2025 Bowman Draft based on Keith Law’s rankings
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sports1d ago

10 prospects to target in 2025 Bowman Draft based on Keith Law’s rankings

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6968408/2026/01/14/2025-bowman-draft-top-prospects/
Nytimes.com
  • Keith Law’s rankings shape the 2025 Bowman Draft targets, led by Liam Doyle and Kade Anderson.
  • Law describes Doyle’s fastball as unhittable and projects No. 2 starter upside.
  • The piece notes eight of the top ten picks may appear in Bowman Draft this year.
  • The article highlights Ike Irish as a potential Orioles steal with strong bat-only potential.
  • Jamie Arnold is cited as near major-league readiness among pitchers in this class.
  • The list spotlights Gavin Kilen as a strong hitter with defensive versatility.
  • The report notes Eli Willits as a doubles-and-triples hitter rather than pure power.
  • Trey Yesavage and Payton Tolle are highlighted among rising prospects with price movements.
  • The article points out the hobby market’s volatility with rising and falling card values.
  • The Athletic provides the basis for the rankings, noted in the article’s attribution.
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We were right to doubt the Jets, and other midseason lessons from the NHL prediction contest
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sports1d ago

We were right to doubt the Jets, and other midseason lessons from the NHL prediction contest

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6968384/2026/01/14/nhl-preseason-prediction-contest-midseason-jets/
Nytimes.com
  • The majority of entries correctly identified Dallas, Carolina, Vegas, Edmonton and Colorado as playoff teams at midseason.
  • Winnipeg Jets were notably underpredicted early, with the season showing the biggest potential standings plunge.
  • The midseason review notes that teams outside the top groups were unpredictable, underscoring overall season uncertainty.
  • Goaltenders like Connor Hellebuyck were top picks; injuries could alter projected 50-game starts this season.
  • Rookie Calder contenders include Ivan Demidov and Zeev Buium as early top picks.
  • Macklin Celebrini emerges as a standout Calder candidate late in the first half.
  • Top Norris contenders include Makar, Hughes and Dahlin, with questions around Adam Fox amid injury concerns.
  • Hart Trophy race sees sustained form from McDavid, MacKinnon, Kucherov and Draisaitl, with a younger cohort rising.
  • Olympic goal-scoring predictions remain uncertain with teams yet to play the events.
  • The article closes by noting the ongoing nature of predictions and the value of revisiting early forecasts.
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#3
She was an NFL sideline reporter. Now she helps NFL coaches find their blind spots
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sports1d ago

She was an NFL sideline reporter. Now she helps NFL coaches find their blind spots

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6967629/2026/01/14/laura-okmin-nfl-coaching-hires-cycle-blind-spots/
Nytimes.com
  • Okmin shifted from reporting to coaching work, applying her blind-spot method to NFL leaders.
  • Her first major project with Dan Quinn evolved into a career path in coaching development.
  • Okmin now works with coaches to compile 40–50 sources for feedback over 6–8 weeks.
  • The process often begins with interviews that include the coach’s spouse, then expands to a long, structured report.
  • Coaching leaders cite the benefit of identifying blind spots to improve leadership and staff fit.
  • The work has grown beyond one-off projects to a broader, ongoing role within NFL teams.
  • Okmin emphasizes that coaches rarely see the impact of their own blind spots on leadership.
  • The approach has been described as emotionally taxing but ultimately transformative for coaches.
  • Okmin’s method has become a template used by coaches to improve personal and team performance.
  • The department of leadership and development for teams has grown as a result of Okmin’s work.
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#4
Five U23 NHL players or prospects whose stock rose in 2025-26 season’s first half
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sports1d ago

Five U23 NHL players or prospects whose stock rose in 2025-26 season’s first half

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6953083/2026/01/14/nhl-prospects-ranking-list-rising/
Nytimes.com
  • Igor Chernyshov has emerged as a potential impact scorer after moving from the AHL to the San Jose NHL roster this season.
  • Roman Kantserov has risen to a top prospect status with Chicago based on his two-way play and skill.
  • Yegor Surin is praised for a combination of skill and a distinct, nasty edge playing for Lokomotiv Yaroslavl.
  • Alexander Zharovsky shows elite hands and offensive upside, projected to be a top-six forward for Montreal.
  • Braeden Bowman defies draft status, providing secondary scoring for Vegas after his recall.
  • Corey Pronman updates the U23 rankings at midseason, noting rapid rises among several players.
  • The list shows players who may impact future rosters and development plans for their organizations.
  • The midseason rankings emphasize the translateable aspects of each player’s game.
  • Pronman notes each player’s speed, skill, and compete as key drivers of their ascent.
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Was Michigan’s loss just a blip? Mid-major teams to eye for March? College basketball mailbag
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sports1d ago

Was Michigan’s loss just a blip? Mid-major teams to eye for March? College basketball mailbag

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6969434/2026/01/14/college-basketball-mailbag-michigan-saint-louis-unc/
Nytimes.com
  • Michigan lost to Wisconsin, raising questions about long-term consistency and refocus after a dominant stretch.
  • The loss is framed as a wake-up call to address defensive focus and ball-screen issues that surfaced late in the game.
  • Net and KenPom metrics show Michigan remains highly rated despite the loss, with strength of schedule and efficiency margins still favorable.
  • Mid-major contenders highlighted for March include Saint Louis with a fast-paced offense and multiple shooters.
  • Saint Mary’s is noted for length and elite free-throw shooting, factors that could matter in close March games.
  • Akron and VCU are listed as other credible mid-major candidates with strong offenses or tough defense.
  • The Big 12 and Big Ten rankings are debated, with six teams in the top 22 from the Big Ten and several contenders from the Big 12.
  • Transfer players from outside Division I are highlighted, with Elyjah Freeman of Auburn among notable examples.
  • The article discusses how the Big Ten and other conferences might shape March outcomes, including UNC’s frontcourt questions.
  • The piece references the road trip to Washington and Oregon as a potential turning point for Michigan.
  • The piece sets up a broader discussion on mid-major teams that could win NCAA Tournament games, with several programs highlighted.
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I was wrong about Indiana, Miami is back and recruiting stars don’t matter in Mandel’s Mailbag
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sports1d ago

I was wrong about Indiana, Miami is back and recruiting stars don’t matter in Mandel’s Mailbag

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6968017/2026/01/14/indiana-wrong-miami-recruiting-stars-mandels-mailbag/
Nytimes.com
  • Mandel argues that Indiana's roster success questions the reliability of high school star ratings in today’s transfer-heavy era.
  • Indiana’s D’Angelo Ponds exemplifies how players with few offers can excel, prompting a rethink of transfer rankings.
  • The piece notes multi-year NIL contracts are already appearing, especially for high-profile players.
  • The article highlights how the Big Ten and SEC differ on CFP expansion, influencing roster-building and competition.
  • Mandel discusses how NIL-related deals and contracts could shape player retention and movement.
  • The author points out that some programs benefit from hoarding five-star talent, while others excel with mid-major players.
  • The piece links Miami’s resurgence to institutional investment and NIL activity.
  • The author references the potential legal robustness and limits of NIL contracts in college sports.
  • Mandel emphasizes that live sports audiences may not track portal-related drama as closely as fans.
  • The column contends that the transfer portal has reshaped how rosters are built across programs.
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#8
NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings
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sports23h ago

NHL 2025-26 Stanley Cup playoff chances and projected standings

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6694758/2026/01/14/nhl-2025-26-stanley-cup-playoff-chances-and-projected-standings/
Nytimes.com
  • The Athletic projects each NHL team's point total and playoff odds for 2025-26.
  • The piece provides a league-wide view, not just individual team goals, with standings context.
  • Projections include playoff probabilities to help gauge likely postseason participation.
  • The article emphasizes a data-driven forecast as a season preview tool.
  • Key visual assets include playoff predictor graphics for fans.
  • The summary notes the article’s focus on NHL, with a regional tag of UK for the reference frame.
  • The Athletic is identified as the publisher of the NHL projections.
  • The article pairs team performance with playoff likelihood to guide fans.
  • A formal description frames the piece as a forward-looking NHL season analysis.
  • The content implies a multi-reference approach by aggregating league-wide data.
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#9
The Alternative Premier League Table: No 22 – Dribbles
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sports10h ago

The Alternative Premier League Table: No 22 – Dribbles

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6969929/2026/01/15/alternative-premier-league-table-no-22-dribbles/
Nytimes.com
  • Manchester City leads the league since 2018-19 with 25.6 take-ons per 90 this season and features Doku at the forefront.
  • Anant Raghuraman notes Doku as the top take-on leader for City at 9.7 per 90 and highlights Semenyo's signing as a tactical shift.
  • Crystal Palace shifted from dribbling flair to runs in behind under Oliver Glasner, affecting their take-ons per 90.
  • Liverpool has two notes: their one-vs-one in the box dropped from 3.0 to 1.9 per 90 this season.
  • Tottenham face midfield gaps with Kudus out, while Kulusevski, Maddison, and Son historically contributed to take-ons.
  • Newcastle United shows strong take-on presence from Gordon and Hall, with Hall around 3.5 per 90 and Gordon 5.7 per 90.
  • Brighton & Hove Albion continue high take-ons per 90 at 21.1 with a 39% success rate despite sometimes failing to unlock low blocks.
  • Arsenal’s Gyokeres is tied for take-ons in the box at eight but has limited success.
  • Chelsea and Garnacho show differing early-season dribbling returns, with Garnacho at 26% take-on success this season.
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#10
Cowboys offensive roster analysis: Who’s in, who’s out and on the fence?
#10 out of 16
sports3h ago

Cowboys offensive roster analysis: Who’s in, who’s out and on the fence?

https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6971323/2026/01/15/cowboys-roster-offense-analysis/
Nytimes.com
  • Dak Prescott remains the Cowboys’ starting QB entering 2026, with Joe Milton as the clear backup.
  • The Cowboys finished 2025 with the NFL’s No. 2 total offense but faced a second straight losing season.
  • Javonte Williams is a standout back, posting 1,201 rushing yards and 13 total TDs in 2025.
  • George Pickens is viewed as a key receiver, potentially reaching an All-Pro level in 2025.
  • The offensive line unit is expected to feature Smith, Booker, Beebe, Guyton, and Steele with health as a critical factor.
  • Javonte Williams is seen as a potential long-term piece at running back, with Blue and Luepke also in the mix.
  • The WR group features CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens, and KaVontae Turpin with Ryan Flournoy in the mix.
  • The team is likely to rely on Dak Prescott to drive the offense in 2026 amid roster changes.
  • The article frames the offensive roster analysis as a roadmap for 2026, including potential free agency and draft impacts.
  • The analysis notes the need to balance offense with a defensive rebuild and overall team health.
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