Shawn Childs

2 days ago | si.com | Shawn Childs

As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, several highly-touted prospects may struggle to make an immediate impact due to concerns over their skills and development. From quarterbacks to wide receivers, these players may be seen as projects, requiring significant refinement before reaching their potential in the NFL. After a dull career over three seasons at Duke (382-for-619 for 4,450 passing yards, 24 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions), the Fighting Irish gave Leonard the keys to the offense last year.

2 days ago | si.com | Shawn Childs

As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, several under-the-radar players are poised to make a significant impact for fantasy football managers. From quarterbacks to tight ends, here are the top sleeper picks to watch as they make their way into the NFL. After making 12 starts for Ohio State (11-1), McCord jumped ship and signed an NIL deal with the Orangemen.

2 days ago | sacbee.com | Shawn Childs

Jordan Lawlar's red-hot bat at AAA is putting serious pressure on the Diamondbacks to call him up, while Andrew Painter continues his promising return from injury with eyes on a midseason debut for the Phillies. Jordan Lawlar, Arizona DiamondbacksThe success of Lawlar's bat at AAA over his last 19 games almost forces the Diamondbacks to call him up. Over this span, he hit .355 over 76 at-bats with 20 runs, five home runs, 20 RBIs, and eight stolen bases.

2 days ago | si.com | Shawn Childs

In the great game of football, comparing players based on stats doesn’t always lead to a winning decision, especially in the NFL Draft. Many talented football players play in weaker college programs, creating fewer chances to produce winning outcomes. In addition, do some players' intangibles outweigh some physical talents highlighted at the NFL combines? The running back position has taken a back seat in NFL team builds over recent years, highlighted by the running back flow in the 2024 NFL Draft.

2 days ago | si.com | Shawn Childs

In the great game of football, comparing players based on stats doesn’t always lead to a winning decision, especially in the NFL Draft. Many talented football players play in weaker college programs, creating fewer chances to produce winning outcomes. In addition, do some players' intangibles outweigh some physical talents highlighted at the NFL combines? At the wide receiver position, there are also multiple skill sets to consider when building an NFL franchise.