Mamba Forever: Remembering the Basketball Genius of Kobe Bryant
Four years after his passing, the memory of the great Kobe Bryant lives on through modern players and a passion that spans multiple...
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Omar Zahran
- Jan 20
Re-examining the Complex Legacy of Jerry Krause
Some thoughts on a complex figure whose impact on the Chicago Bulls can't be simplified into cheers or jeers On January 12, 2023 the...
Omar Zahran
- Jan 14
The Unique Legacy of the Number 88 in Dallas
For Dallas Cowboys fans, the number 88 isn't just digits on a jersey; it's a symbol of greatness passed down through generations of elite...
Cole Raines
- Jan 14
Toilet Tribune: To Comeback or To Play?
Back to the Crapper? Indulge in the conversation that is dominating the football world. Hamlin or Flacco for CPOY?
Omar Zahran
- Jan 14
The NBA, Domestic Violence, and the Need For Change
The NBA's current approach to domestic violence is no longer tenable. It's time for the league to take definitive action and prioritize...
Cole Raines
- Jan 2
Toilet Tribune: 2024's New Beginnings & Fighting Peter Dinklage for his Net Worth
Real crappers, it is time to assemble. In a survey conducted by NordVPN in 2022, 65% of respondents (of 9,800 adults surveyed) said they...
Omar Zahran
- Dec 26, 2023
Rethinking the Backup QB in Today's NFL
As injuries rewrite the quarterback landscape, one question emerges: are we ready to embrace a future where backups aren't just...
Omar Zahran
- Dec 24, 2023
The Deep and Miserable Abyss of the Detroit Pistons
From championship contenders to historical cellar dwellers, the Detroit Pistons' descent from grace is a cautionary tale of miscalculated...
Omar Zahran
- Dec 10, 2023
The NFL, Touchdown Celebrations, and the Need to Embrace Player Personality
As the NFL continues to tighten its grip on player celebrations, one must wonder if the league is sacrificing fun and personality in the...
Omar Zahran
- Dec 3, 2023
The Refreshing Authenticity of Giants QB Tommy DeVito
Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito is proudly embracing his Italian heritage and bringing a refreshing dose of authenticity to the league...
Omar Zahran
- Dec 2, 2023
Mitchell Robinson: A Testament to Patience and Development in the Modern NBA
Mitchell Robinson's journey from an unrefined prospect to one of the NBA's most dominant rebounders is a testament to the power of...
Omar Zahran
- Nov 28, 2023
The Future is Now for the Oklahoma City Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder, once perpetually rebuilding, are now one of the top teams in the West, led by young stars Shai...
Omar Zahran
- Nov 24, 2023
Charissa Thompson, Sideline Reporting, and the Importance of Accurate Journalism
In a shocking admission, the former NFL sideline reporter and current Thursday Night Football panelist has revealed that she occasionally...
Nick Andre
- Nov 20, 2023
Victor Wembanyama & Chet Holmgren: The NBA’s Future
NBA fans always get ramped up for head-to-head matchups. When I was growing up, it was exciting to watch Kobe Bryant and LeBron James...
Omar Zahran
- Nov 18, 2023
Michigan's Sign-Stealing Scandal Is Just Another Symptom of the NCAA's Failure to Adapt
Between NIL, the transfer portal, and sign stealing, the NCAA is showing its ineptitude to govern big time college football more by the...
Omar Zahran
- Nov 10, 2023
NBA City Jerseys and the Dilution of Brand Identity
As another batch of jerseys are released, one has to wonder if honoring a city has started to dilute the brands of the NBA’s franchises...
Omar Zahran
- Nov 4, 2023
Minutes Management and the Evolution of Player Rest in the NBA
The NBA's new rules on games played requirements for awards could lead to a shift from load management to minutes management, which would...
Omar Zahran
- Oct 29, 2023
Arm Talent, Winning, and the Justin Herbert Paradox
The Charger QB is a gifted thrower but that hasn’t translated into meaningful wins. Are we giving him a pass because of his highlight...
Omar Zahran
- Oct 21, 2023
The NFL's Global Ambition: the Endgame of Playing Games in Europe
The league is thinking with a more international focus. But is the end goal to have bigger games overseas or something much greater? It...
Omar Zahran
- Oct 14, 2023
Considering the Human Element of Professional Sports
Professional athletes are human beings, too, and the uncertainty of their careers can have a real impact on their personal lives. A fact...
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