The Cowboys traded for Steelers receiver George Pickens, but they had interest in another AFC North receiver, too.
Jordan Schultz of Fox Sports reports that the Cowboys made a call to the Ravens abo… [+569 chars]

The Cowboys traded for Steelers receiver George Pickens, but they had interest in another AFC North receiver, too.

NBCSports.com

Report: Cowboys looked into a trade for Rashod Bateman - NBC Sports

Google News

Devils Announce Coaching Staff Changes | RELEASE - NHL.com

3 takeaways from the first day of Panthers rookie minicamp - Carolina Panthers

LA QUINTA, Calif. The Riverside County Coroner's Bureau on Friday released the cause of death for Jeff Sperbeck, who died after he fell off a golf cart driven by retired Denver Broncos quarterback Jo… [+2339 chars]

Sperbeck died April 30 after falling from a golf cart driven by his friend and business partner, John Elway.

9News.com KUSA

Cause of death released for Jeff Sperbeck - 9News

The Steelers signed third-round draft pick Kaleb Johnson to a four-year contract

Steelers.com

Steelers sign Johnson - Pittsburgh Steelers

ABC News

Ohio high school student dies following injury in lacrosse match - ABC News

23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports faced off with NASCAR on Friday in the latest war of words as this tense legal battle continues. It was Judge Paul Victor Niemeyer, Judge Steven Agee, and Judge … [+9703 chars]

We have a complete rundown of Friday's fascinating hearing where attorneys squared off and even debated judges on the merits of the injunction that allowed 23XI and FRM to keep their charters while suing NASCAR

Motorsport.com

Judge warns 23XI and FRM "you can't have your cake and eat it too" - Motorsport.com

Timberwolves searching for fan accused of ‘racially charged comments’ toward Draymond Green and say another fan was ejected - CNN

A former Red Sox first baseman supported Rafael Devers after the Boston slugger sounded off on the idea of another position change.

NESN

Ex-Red Sox Shows Support For Rafael Devers After Blunt Remarks - NESN

Robert Saleh is glad to be away from at least one part of head coaching duty.
The former Jets coach, now back in his old digs as defensive coordinator of the 49ers, told reporters Thursday that he’s… [+2790 chars]

Saleh, who went 20-36 over three-plus seasons with the Jets before being fired after a 2-3 start last season, said there was no temptation to go anywhere but San Francisco.

New York Post

What Robert Saleh won’t miss about being Jets head coach - New York Post

First-year Chicago Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson spoke to the media at Halas Hall on Day 1 of rookie minicamp weekend. We’ve highlighted some quotes and shared some commentary for depth and context. P… [+4376 chars]

First-year Bears Head Coach Ben Johnson chimed in on a number of topics during Friday's press conference.

bleachernation.com

New Bears Coach Ben Johnson Speaks at Rookie Minicamp - Bleacher Nation

The Browns rookie minicamp got started on Friday, giving the club its first opportunity to see the 2025 draftees on the field including fifth-round pick Shedeur Sanders. 
While Sanders and third-rou… [+2629 chars]

The Browns' rookie minicamp got started on Friday, giving the club its first opportunity to see the 2025 draftees on the field — including fifth-round pick Shedeur Sanders.

Andrew Berry: Shedeur Sanders’ focus is making the team and earning a role - NBC Sports

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- New England Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams is not with the team at rookie minicamp as he is "working through a medical condition," coach Mike Vrabel announced Fr… [+1407 chars]

Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams is not with the team at rookie minicamp as he is "working through a medical condition," coach Mike Vrabel announced Friday.

ESPN

Pats DC Williams dealing with medical condition - ESPN

Vikings.com

Vikings 2025 Rookie Minicamp Participants - Minnesota Vikings

Bears first-round pick Colston Loveland has signed his contract with the team, but he is not fully participating in the teams rookie minicamp this weekend.
Loveland told reporters on Friday that he … [+509 chars]

Bears first-round pick Colston Loveland has signed his contract with the team, but he is not fully participating in the team's rookie minicamp this weekend.

Bears first-round pick Colston Loveland focused on mental reps at rookie minicamp - NBC Sports

Sometimes it’s about winning the mind game, and ex-Knicks star David Lee says his former team has the edge in that department against the Celtics.
“I think there was definitely a mental aspect to wh… [+5039 chars]

Sometimes it’s about winning the mind game, and ex-Knicks star David Lee says his former team has the edge in that department against the Celtics.

How Knicks have put the Celtics in a perilous situation — former star David Lee reveals ‘mental’ edge - New York Post

Nicolas Roy will have a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety on Friday.
The Vegas Golden Knights forward is facing discipline for cross-checking against Edmonton Oilers forward Trent Fre… [+524 chars]

Forward facing discipline for cross-checking against Oilers center Frederic

NHL News

Roy to have Player Safety hearing for actions in Golden Knights game - NHL.com

Miami Heat
Heres what Pat Riley said at his season-ending news conference. Keep checking back for updates, which we will add at the top.
1:40 p.m.: Asked about tanking, Riley said he doesnt know ab… [+10164 chars]

Heat president Pat Riley addressed the state of the franchise in his season-ending news conference.

Miami Herald

Live updates: What Heat president Pat Riley is saying in his press conference - Miami Herald

Welcome to the Friday edition of the Pick Six newsletter! 
Since Mother's Day is this weekend, we've put together the mother of all newsletters today: Not only will we be taking our first look at ea… [+12288 chars]

Here's everything you need to know about the NFL for May 9

CBS Sports

Ten teams with most difficult NFL strength of schedule, plus NFC North offseason grades - CBS Sports

Around-the-league NBA notes on a Friday?
Instead of just waiting until Sunday?
With the NBA draft lottery looming Monday?
As it should be!
To the latest from our notebooks both mine and 
 Jake F… [+73 chars]

We'll actually have more before Monday's Ping Pong balls bounce. But we couldn't wait to get a notes-filled weekend started