James Brizuela

Los Angeles, Pomona

Managing Editor at L.A. Sports Report

Managing Editor for LA Sports Report. Writing national sports with @newsweek

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Bengals' Trey Hendrickson Slams Organization, Signals Exit From Team

2 days ago | newsweek.com | James Brizuela

The Cincinnati Bengals made it a point to draw up big extensions for star wide receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins. However, one star player that was left out is pass rusher Trey Hendrickson. More news: Browns' Dillon Gabriel Has Surprising Comment on Competing With Shedeur Sanders Trey Hendrickson statement today to ESPN: "No communication has taken place between my camp and the organization post draft.
Jim Harbaugh on Health Updates, Chargers Draft Picks, and Goals

5 days ago | newsweek.com | James Brizuela

The Los Angeles Chargers are now entering the second year of the Jim Harbaugh era, as the former Michigan Wolverines head coach is back in the NFL after a 10-year absence. More news: Exclusive: Raiders' Ashton Jeanty Talks High Expectations for 2025 NFL SeasonHarbaugh has been a proven winner in every organization he has been a part of, including the Chargers. The team went 5-12 in 2023, letting go of Brandon Staley and replacing him with Giff Smith as interim.
Browns' Nick Chubb Recevies Disappointing Update on Returning to Cleveland

5 days ago | newsweek.com | James Brizuela

The Cleveland Browns still have a major decision to make regarding bringing star running back Nick Chubb back. Though many fans are likely wanting to see Chubb return, that is unlikely to happen. More news: Panthers Recent Second-Round Pick Already Ruled Out for 2025 Season With Major InjuryBrowns General Manager Andrew Berry revealed on 93.2 The Fan that the team it is "increasingly unlikely" that the team is going to bring Chubb back for the 2025 season.
Panthers Recent Second-Round Pick Already Ruled Out for 2025 Season

6 days ago | newsweek.com | James Brizuela

The Carolina Panthers continue to have bad luck with former second-round pick running back Jonathan Brooks. Brooks is still recovering from his second ACL tear and has already been ruled out for the 2025 season. More news: Panthers Shockingly Release Former No 1 Overall PickPanthers placed RB Jonathon Brooks on the physically unable to perform list, meaning he now will be out for the 2025 season.
Alex Pereira Threatens Retirement After 'Disheartened' Update from UFC

1 week ago | newsweek.com | James Brizuela

There appears to be some issues going on between the UFC and superstar Alex Pereira. "Poatan" took to X to reveal a major issue he is experiencing with the organization, and has even threatened to walk away from the sport completely. More news: Exclusive: Peter Murray Reveals New International Expansion of PFL AfricaI always answered the UFC's calls, but if they want to play with me, we can do that. I've never spoken poorly of the UFC but with what I've just heard I'm disheartened.
Raiders' Ashton Jeanty Talks High Expectations for Rookie Season

1 week ago | newsweek.com | James Brizuela

The Las Vegas Raiders have a lot of moving parts in 2025 and put together an impressive 2025 NFL Draft that included drafting Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty with the No. 6 overall pick. Jeanty has a lot of expectations around him, and he joined Newsweek Sports to discuss being drafted, his lofty goals for the Raiders, and his partnership with USAA.
Peter Murray Reveals New International Expansion of PFL Africa

1 week ago | newsweek.com | James Brizuela

The PFL has been expanding year after year, and with the fight organization in the middle of their new single-elimination tournament format, there is another big expansion on the way. PFL Africa is launching this year, and CEO Peter Murray sat down to discuss the new global launch with Newsweek Sports. "We are going to kick off PFL Africa, the third international league, and we are going to kick that tournament off in Cape Town on July 26 in South Africa at the Grand West Arena.
Ravens Officially Release Longtime Kicker Justin Tucker

1 week ago | newsweek.com | James Brizuela

By James Brizuela 🎙️ Voice is AI-generated. Inconsistencies may occur. The Baltimore Ravens are officially releasing kicker Justin Tucker. The Ravens also released a statement on the release, stating the decision was a "football decision." This story will be updated...
President Donald Trump Confirms 2027 NFL Draft Will be in Washington DC

1 week ago | newsweek.com | James Brizuela

🎙️ Voice is AI-generated. Inconsistencies may occur. The location of the 2027 NFL Draft has been confirmed by none other than the President of the United States, Donald Trump. Trump joined NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell to confirm that the draft will be held at the National Mall. The NFL Network is now airing the official announcement of the 2027 NFL Draft coming to Washington DC on the National Mall, with President Trump making it official.
Ryan Reynolds' Secret 'Deadpool' Movie Will Heavily Involve the X-Men

1 week ago | newsweek.com | James Brizuela

🎙️ Voice is AI-generated. Inconsistencies may occur. Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributorsIt was recently revealed that Ryan Reynolds was working on another "Deadpool" movie, but that it was expected to be another team-up. Now, the details of the secret movie have been revealed and should make Marvel fans very happy.