Day: October 7, 2026

Nike Adds Another College Program as Ohio Bobcats Join the Swoosh

Brandon King

Ohio Athletics has officially joined the Nike family. The Ohio Bobcats are making a change at the apparel level, announcing a new five-year partnership with Nike that will outfit the university’s athletic programs. The agreement gives Ohio Athletics a new apparel partner while adding another college program to Nike’s growing roster. For Nike, it is another addition to a college sports landscape that has become increasingly competitive between the major apparel brands. 🟢 What We Know Nike’s College Sports Battle Continues The Ohio deal comes at an interesting time for…

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FIRST LOOK: “Space Jam” Air Jordan 1 Mid SE Is Coming Holiday 2026

Brandon King

Jordan Brand is adding another dose of Space Jam nostalgia to its Holiday 2026 lineup. The “Space Jam” Air Jordan 1 Mid SE has surfaced in first-look imagery, giving sneaker fans an early look at a colorway that blends the iconic Jordan 1 Mid silhouette with the unmistakable aesthetic associated with the Space Jam franchise. The sneaker carries a predominantly dark presentation, with contrasting blue accents helping give the shoe its icy, cosmic-inspired appearance. The familiar Jordan 1 Mid construction keeps the look rooted in basketball while the color blocking…

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Mental Health Is Bigger Than Football: Stephen A. Smith, ESPN, and the Humanity Behind Lane Johnson’s Retirement

HODARI Brown

By Hodari P.T. Brown | October 7, 2026 When Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson announced his abrupt retirement from the National Football League after 14 seasons, the conversation should have centered on his courage, his well-being, his family, and the reality that professional athletes are human beings before they are entertainers. Instead, ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith turned Johnson’s decision into a controversial discussion about the timing of his retirement and the Eagles’ disappointing start to the season. During Wednesday’s episode of ESPN’s First Take, Smith questioned why Johnson would retire…

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SWAC Moves FAMU–Alabama State to Friday as Weather Threat Alters Weekend Football Schedule

Brandon King

Image via the Southwestern Athletic Conference The Southwestern Athletic Conference is making changes to its Week Six football schedule as the conference prepares for the potential impact of adverse weather conditions in Alabama. The biggest change affects the highly anticipated matchup between Florida A&M and Alabama State, which has been moved up one day. FAMU–Alabama State Moved to Friday The game was originally scheduled for Saturday, October 10, but will now be played Friday, October 9 at 11:00 a.m. CT. The matchup will be streamed live on SWAC TV. That…

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BREAKING: Jewell Loyd OUT for Aces-Valkyries Game 2 as Dana Evans Gets Injury Boost

Brandon King

The Las Vegas Aces will be without Jewell Loyd for tonight’s pivotal Game 2 of the WNBA semifinals against the Golden State Valkyries. Loyd, who is dealing with a left leg injury, has officially been downgraded to OUT after suffering the injury during Sunday’s Game 1 loss to Golden State. The news is a significant blow for Las Vegas, which is already trying to overcome a 1-0 series deficit. Dana Evans Gets Positive Injury Update There is some good news for the Aces. Guard Dana Evans has been upgraded to…

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Ole Miss Is Leaving Nike for Adidas in Massive 7-Year Deal Worth More Than $20 Million Per Year

Brandon King

The Nike era at Ole Miss appears to be coming to an end. The Rebels are set to leave Nike and join Adidas beginning in 2027 as part of a reported seven-year agreement worth more than $20 million annually, according to reports. The deal is expected to run from July 1, 2027 through 2034, bringing an end to Ole Miss’ relationship with Nike that dates back to 1999.  And this isn’t simply an apparel switch. The reported Adidas agreement is expected to include significant NIL commitments for Ole Miss athletes,…

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2026 SWAC Men’s Basketball Preseason Poll: Bethune-Cookman Leads the Way

Brandon King

image via the Southwestern Athletic Conference The 2026-27 SWAC men’s basketball season is approaching, and the conference’s preseason poll has officially set the expectations. The votes are in. Bethune-Cookman has been selected as the 2026-27 Southwestern Athletic Conference Men’s Basketball preseason favorite, but the Wildcats aren’t the only team generating plenty of attention. The conference’s annual predicted order of finish features several familiar programs near the top, while a few of last season’s results make some of the preseason placements particularly interesting. 🏀 2026 SWACMBB Preseason Poll Rank Team Points…

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NBA Europe Hits Major Roadblock as EuroLeague Teams Reject NBA Proposal

Brandon King

The NBA’s plans to launch a 16-team European league as early as 2027 have hit a major roadblock after EuroLeague shareholder clubs rejected the NBA’s initial proposal to collaborate and create a unified NBA Europe operation. The NBA wants to establish a new European basketball competition that could debut during the 2027-28 season, but the league now appears headed toward a direct battle with EuroLeague rather than a partnership. According to Front Office Sports, a supermajority of the 13 EuroLeague shareholder clubs rejected the NBA’s proposal during a meeting in…

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Allisha Gray Ruled Out for Game 2 of WNBA Semifinals With Finger Injury

Brandon King

Atlanta Dream star Allisha Gray will miss Game 2 of the WNBA semifinals against the New York Liberty after suffering a finger injury in the series opener. The Atlanta Dream will be without one of their most important players Wednesday night. Gray has been ruled out for Game 2 after injuring her left hand during Atlanta’s 92-82 victory over the New York Liberty in Game 1. Dream head coach Karl Smesko confirmed Tuesday that Gray will miss Wednesday’s matchup and is considered day-to-day moving forward. Smesko said Gray underwent an…

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“Charcoal” Air Jordan IX OG Reportedly Returning in Fall 2027

Brandon King

17 years after its last retro, the iconic “Charcoal” Air Jordan 9 could finally be coming back. 🌹🪨 Jordan Brand is reportedly preparing to bring back the “Charcoal” Air Jordan IX in Fall 2027, giving sneakerheads another chance to own one of the most recognizable original AJ9 colorways. Originally released in 1994, the “Charcoal” Air Jordan IX features a predominantly black and dark charcoal construction with Varsity Red accents, creating one of the cleanest looks from the Air Jordan 9 lineup. The colorway has been notoriously difficult to find in…

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