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Connor Heyward player props odds, tips and betting trends for Week 18 | Steelers vs. Ravens

Connor Heyward's average prop total for receiving yards is 6.1, but he has been surpassing that with 6.4 more yards per game.

The Ravens have the sixth-ranked pass defense, allowing an average of 195.6 passing yards per game. [ more ]

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San Francisco 49ers

49ers' offense makes history with unprecedented scrimmage-yard feat

The 49ers' offense has made NFL history with four players surpassing 1,000 scrimmage yards in a single season.

Quarterback Brock Purdy has thrown for a franchise-best 4,280 passing yards, making the 49ers one of four teams with a QB and four players with 1,000 yards from scrimmage. [ more ]

Steelers Wire

Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Baltimore Ravens live stream, TV channel, start time, odds | Week 18

The Baltimore Ravens and the Pittsburgh Steelers will face off on Saturday at M&T Bank Stadium

The Ravens have been top-five in both offense and defense this season [ more ]

Lighthouse Hockey

Islanders 5, Coyotes 1: Absolutely needed that

The New York Islanders had a crucial 5-1 win over the Arizona Coyotes, led by a strong performance from their top line.

Despite some earlier struggles and injuries to key players, the team's performance has improved and the offense has continued to produce. [ more ]

Lighthouse Hockey

New York Islanders

Islanders Gameday News: Bortuzzo to IR, Appleby recalled after Varlamov injury

Robert Bortuzzo is out and placed on IR after leaving Tuesday's game with an injury.

The Islanders offense has been productive, helping them stay competitive despite a porous defense. [ more ]

New York Post

New York Islanders

Islanders scoring more but need to get back to defensive roots

The 2023-24 Islanders have a different style of play compared to previous seasons, focusing more on offense and allowing more goals.

The team has faced challenges with injuries to key defensive players, impacting their ability to lock down defensively. [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

How the Patriots built one of the worst offenses in the NFL

The New England Patriots offense has been struggling and is among the worst in the NFL.

The problem with the offense is not due to a lack of effort or investment from head coach Bill Belichick, but rather the players they have targeted haven't panned out. [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

Among bad teams, the 2023 Patriots are uniquely lopsided

The New England Patriots' offense ranks dead last in offensive points per game

The team is currently locked into a top-5 pick in the 2024 draft [ more ]

Boston.com

Bill Belichick reportedly denied this request from Bill O'Brien before 2023 season

Bill O'Brien's return to New England did not improve the Patriots' offense

O'Brien wanted to overhaul the coaching staff but was denied by Bill Belichick [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

Patriots waste another impressive defensive effort against Bills

The New England Patriots lost to the Buffalo Bills with a final score of 27-21, dropping their record to 4-12 for the year.

The Patriots' defense put up an impressive effort, holding the Bills to 281 yards of offense and only allowing one scoring drive that wasn't off a turnover. [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

Bills 'lucked out' in win over Patriots, says QB Josh Allen

The Buffalo Bills struggled to finish drives and convert turnovers into touchdowns in their game against the New England Patriots.

Quarterback Josh Allen had an uneven performance, struggling as a passer and leaving big-play opportunities on the field. [ more ]

Boston.com

'You can't do that:' What Patriots center David Andrews had to say after loss to Bills

Patriots' four turnovers put defense in a bad position

Offense struggled in the first quarter but improved in the second [ more ]

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Steelers Depot

Missed Tackles Report: Steelers vs. Seahawks

The Pittsburgh Steelers had a physically dominant performance against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 17.

The Steelers had a strong rushing attack and efficient passing game on offense, and solid tackling on defense. [ more ]

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San Francisco 49ers

49ers Scrooged by Ravens: Rapid reactions

The San Francisco 49ers had a rough game against the Baltimore Ravens, with five turnovers costing them points and good field position for the Ravens.

The 49ers offense struggled, turning the ball over five times, while the defense and special teams also had their share of mistakes. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston Celtics

Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown power Celtics to 118-101 win over Pacers

Jayson Tatum scored 38 points and Jaylen Brown added 31 points as the Celtics beat the Pacers 118-101, snapping the Pacers' six-game winning streak.

The Celtics played connected basketball with physical defense and intentional offense, leading to their victory. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston Celtics

Joe Mazzulla marveled at Jazz coach's 'beautiful answer' about what makes Celtics defense dominant

The Celtics' defense was highly effective in their victory over the Jazz, with every starter recording a block and the team forcing 18 turnovers.

According to Celtics assistant coach Joe Mazzulla, the team's defensive prowess is closely tied to their offensive performance. [ more ]

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Boston Bruins

Trent Frederic Stays Hot During Bruins Win Over Blue Jackets

The Boston Bruins won 4-1 against the Columbus Blue Jackets on the road, their fourth consecutive win.

Trent Frederic scored his third goal in two games, contributing to Boston's offense. [ more ]

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Boston Bruins

Bruins Notes: Boston Pushes Pace With Aggressive Shot Selection

The Boston Bruins had a 4-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets, extending their winning streak to four games.

Head coach Jim Montgomery emphasized the importance of getting more decisive shots and pushing the puck towards the net. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston Bruins

Takeaways: Bruins play to their forechecking identity against Devils

The Bruins' blue-collar work ethic paid off in their win against the New Jersey Devils

The Bruins played to their forechecking identity to create offensive opportunities [ more ]

Blue Seat Blogs

New York Rangers

Rangers recall Brennan Othmann, and it's about time - Blue Seat Blogs

Brennan Othmann is the Rangers' top prospect and has been performing well in Hartford.

Othmann may have the opportunity to join the top line or replace Brodzinski on the third line. [ more ]

Blue Seat Blogs

New York Rangers

Is Braden Schneider progressing the way many hoped? - Blue Seat Blogs

Braden Schneider was always the preferred option for the Rangers under Gerard Gallant, while Nils Lundkvist was seen as competing with Adam Fox.

Schneider has shown some offensive capabilities in his first NHL season, but questions remain about his defensive progress. [ more ]

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New York Yankees

Five New Year's resolutions for the Yankees

The Yankees need to acquire more starting pitchers before Opening Day.

The development of top prospects is crucial for the team's success in the future. [ more ]

The Athletic

Los Angeles Rams

Inside Matthew Stafford's impact on the Rams offense, from shared ideas to signature flair

Sean McVay and Matthew Stafford have been working closely together to reinvent the Rams' offense.

The Rams have shifted from a play-action dependent offense to a blend of play-action and dropback passing. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Rams

Rams roundtable: Will 49ers sit their starters? Playoff date ahead in Detroit?

The Rams held on to defeat the New York Giants on the road when Mason Crosby, who was a member of the Rams for a week, missed a potential game-winning 54-yard field goal in the waning seconds.

Los Angeles Times

LA Clippers

Clippers stay hot and beat short-handed Phoenix despite late Suns surge

Clipper's offense is still a work in progress

Suns struggle to play their 'Big Three' together [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

Quarterback commitments atop the draft might play into the Patriots' hands

At 4-12, the New England Patriots are currently in position to own the third overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Pats Pulpit

Bailey Zappe's pocket movement, playmaking ability guiding Patriots offense

New England Patriots offense has scored more points per game since Bailey Zappe became the starting quarterback.

Zappe's ability to negotiate the pocket and create explosive plays has been a key factor in their success. [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

WATCH: Bailey Zappe hits Mike Gesicki for another touchdown

The New England Patriots offense started its Week 16 matchup with the Denver Broncos slowly, but it has since found its footing and put together some solid drives.

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New York Knicks

Game Preview: New York Knicks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves, January 1, 2024

OG Anunoby's debut with the New York Knicks is expected to have a significant impact on the team's defense.

The Minnesota Timberwolves, despite their recent defensive struggles, are still a tough opponent for the Knicks. [ more ]

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New York Knicks

Game Preview: New York Knicks at Indiana Pacers, December 30, 2023

The Indiana Pacers have the most potent offense in the NBA, scoring the most points and converting over 50% of their field goals.

Julius Randle of the New York Knicks has been a consistently strong performer, scoring 20 or more points in 16 consecutive games and recording 19 double-doubles this season. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

LA Dodgers

Dodgers News: Will Smith Continues To Look For Ways To Improve His Game

The Dodgers have a history of strong catchers, with Will Smith continuing the trend as one of the best in baseball.

Smith has improved his defensive skills and earned his first All-Star appearance in 2023. [ more ]

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San Jose Sharks

How to Watch the Avalanche vs. Sharks Game: Streaming & TV Info - December 31

The Colorado Avalanche (22-11-3) host the San Jose Sharks (9-24-3) -- who've lost seven straight -- on Sunday at 8:00 PM ET.

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San Jose Sharks

Canucks 7, Sharks 4: A first-place finish to a tough seven weeks

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Vancouver was looking wonky at times, but got enough from their offence to head into Christmas as the best team in the NHL.

New York Post

Brooklyn Nets

Nets 'can't get used to losing' as search for fix to struggles drags on

The Brooklyn Nets are hoping to leave their struggles in the past as they enter the new year.

The team is focusing on playing hard every night and improving their defense and offense. [ more ]

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National Hockey League

How to Watch the Avalanche vs. Sharks Game: Streaming & TV Info - December 31

The Colorado Avalanche (22-11-3) will be hosting the struggling San Jose Sharks (9-24-3) in an NHL game on Sunday.

The Avalanche have a strong offense, ranking second in the league with 3.6 goals per game. [ more ]

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National Hockey League

How to Watch the Avalanche vs. Sharks Game: Streaming & TV Info - December 31

The Colorado Avalanche are hosting the struggling San Jose Sharks.

The Avalanche have a strong offense, scoring the second-most goals in the league. [ more ]

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National Hockey League

How to Watch the Avalanche vs. Sharks Game: Streaming & TV Info - December 31

The Colorado Avalanche are the second-best scoring team in the league, averaging 3.6 goals per game.

The San Jose Sharks are struggling defensively, allowing an average of 4.1 goals per game. [ more ]

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New York Mets

The Mets' overlooked offensive performance in the final 45 games of 2023

The Mets had a strong month in July with a 14-9 record and improved pitching rotation

The Mets finished the season with a 23-22 record, with the offense finally showing some life [ more ]

Steelers Depot

2023 Week 17 Steelers Vs. Seahawks Live Update And Discussion Thread - Second Half

The Pittsburgh Steelers lead the Seattle Seahawks 17-14 at halftime with the Seahawks set to get the ball back.It has been mostly offense in this game with both teams gaining yards in chunks.

Steelers Depot

CBS Sports: Steelers New Year's Resolution Should Be To 'Rethink The Entire Offense'

The new year is right around the corner, and for the Pittsburgh Steelers, there needs to be a lot of new next season.

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Toronto Maple Leafs

Game in 10: Sheldon Keefe's pre-game "accountability" message becomes a major talking point as Maple Leafs fall to Carolina

The comments were suspect and the optics weren't great a few hours later after a loss in which Leafs PK conceded twice and the ice-time allocation was eyebrow-raising.Your game in 10:

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Chicago White Sox

White Sox agree to 1-year deal with Martin Maldonado after Astros exit

Former Houston Astros catcher Martin Maldonado appears to have found a new home, with MLB insider Jon Heyman reporting Tuesday night that the veteran has agreed to play for the Chicago White Sox.

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