The trade situation surrounding Maxx Crosby became one of the most talked-about storylines of the 2026 NFL offseason. According to ESPN, the Las Vegas Raiders initially agreed to trade the star defensive end to the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for first-round picks in the 2026 and 2027 NFL Drafts. The deal would have ended Crosby’s seven-year tenure with the Raiders and added an elite pass rusher to Baltimore’s defense. However, the trade ultimately collapsed before it became official. ESPN reported that the Ravens backed out of the agreement after medical concerns arose during Crosby’s physical examination. Trades in the NFL are contingent on players passing a physical, and Baltimore’s medical staff reportedly had concerns related to Crosby’s recovery from recent knee surgery to repair a torn meniscus. The canceled trade left both teams adjusting their plans. The Ravens had hoped Crosby would improve a pass rush that produced only 30 sacks the previous season, while the Raiders suddenly had to reconsider their roster strategy after preparing to move on from their star defender. For now, Crosby remains under contract with the Raiders and is expected to continue his rehabilitation and prepare for the upcoming NFL season, though future trade discussions  could still emerge.  Maxx Crosby - Wikipedia 

Team USA advanced to the second round of the World Baseball Classic despite suffering a surprising loss to Italy national baseball team in their final group-stage matchup. According to Major League Baseball, the result still allowed the United States to move forward thanks to its earlier wins and favorable run differential in pool play. Italy delivered a strong performance on both the mound and at the plate, putting pressure on the American lineup early in the game. Italian pitchers limited scoring opportunities for United States national baseball team hitters, while timely hitting helped Italy secure the upset victory. Even with the loss, Team USA’s previous win over Mexico allowed team USA to advance after Italy defeated Mexico. MLB reported that tournament standings are determined by overall record first and then total runs allowed. Because of those earlier results, the United States finished in a position that allowed them to continue in the tournament. Team USA will now face stronger international opponents as the tournament moves into its elimination rounds, where every game becomes critical in the pursuit of another championship. Italy Stuns Team USA 8–6 as Aaron Judge Strikes Out to End WBC Thriller - World Baseball Network 

Team USA is one of the most exciting teams in the World Baseball Classic (WBC), a global baseball tournament held every few years where nations compete with some of the best players in the sport. The United States has taken part in every Classic since it started in 2006 and has built a strong reputation. The team’s best performance came in 2017, when Team USA won its only championship, beating Puerto Rico 8–0 in the final with great pitching and timely hitting. In 2023, the U.S. reached the final again but lost a close game to Japan, 3–2, in one of the most thrilling finishes in WBC history. For the 2026 World Baseball Classic, Team USA features a star‑studded roster including captain Aaron Judge and slugger Bryce Harper, along with pitching talent and other big leaguers ready to compete. Many analysts think this could be one of the strongest American teams ever. Fans around the world will be watching as the United States aims to bring home another WBC title. https://www.espn.com/world-baseball-classic/ 

The Cleveland Browns are entering the 2026 NFL season with big changes and high hopes. This year will be their 78th season overall and the first under new head coach Todd Monken, who was hired after the team finished 5–12 in 2025 and missed the playoffs. One of the biggest storylines for the Browns is their quarterback situation. Instead of naming a starter right away, the team has said that players like Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders, and Dillon Gabriel will compete for the job during the offseason and training camp. Finding stability at quarterback could be key to turning the season around. Cleveland’s front office, led by general manager Andrew Berry, is also focused on improving the roster through the NFL Draft and free agency. They need help on both the offensive line and other key positions, and how they address those needs this spring will shape their 2026 outlook. Fans are watching to see if the Browns can rebound from a rough 2025 and compete for a playoff spot. With new leadership on the field and on the sidelines, the 2026 season could be an important step in the team’s effort to build a winner. Myles Garrett ticketed again for speeding in Ohio - cleveland.com 

The Miami (OH) RedHawks have officially ended their season 31-0. Not only is this the first time that the RedHawks have ever gone undefeated, but it’s also the first time that a team in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) has finished a regular season undefeated. The team was led by primary scorer Peter Suder. A two-time captain, and 2025-2026 MAC player of the year.  The historic season was capped off against the Ohio University Bobcats. In fact, the RedHawks had not beat the Bobcats in their home turf since 2011. The game was intense all the way through and ended 110-108. The game went to overtime where the Bobcats actually had a chance to beat the RedHawks with a final buzzer-beater three point shot, but the ball hit the rim and didn’t go in. The RedHawks finished the season ranked 20th in the nation. However, the RedHawks are still not guaranteed a spot in the “March Madness” tournament for a chance at the division I championship. This is because the RedHawks would have to win the MAC tournament to get an automatic bid to “March Madness.” Now it may seem like the RedHawks would easily win the tournament against weaker MAC opponents, but they’re not even the favorite to win. That title goes to the Akron Zips who finished the season 26-5 and 17-1 against fellow MAC opponents. In the end, no matter what happens in the post season, it was an incredible accomplishment for a small MAC college like Miami (OH) to finish an entire regular season without losing a single game. Information Source: Picture Source 1:Picture Source 2:

The Miami (OH) RedHawks college basketball team are officially one win away from having a perfect season. Their current record is 30-0, which makes them the fourth team in the 21st century to reach this milestone. They are also the 19th ranked team in the nation now. The RedHawks have their final regular season game on Friday, March 6. They face off against an in-state opponent, the Ohio Bobcats. Throughout the season the RedHawks have dominated their opponents this year, but recently they have actually had really close games. For example, they only beat the Buffalo Bulls by two points and came down to a buzzer beater shot to win the game. Then, their next game was against Toledo of Ohio, and they would only beat them by two as well (even though they beat them by 14 the last time they played). Furthermore, many people seem to doubt the RedHawks as being “a team to beat” because of their weak schedule against fellow Mid-American Conference (MAC) teams. This is a focus for many people because the MAC is usually considered to be one of the weakest conferences in college athletics. In all, many people consider the Miami RedHawks as having an easy schedule, but it doesn’t change the fact that they are still one win away from completing a historic perfect season for the first time in school history. Information and Picture Source: