All articles tagged with #season preview
Originally Published 5 days ago — by NASCAR.com
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season is approaching, with detailed team and driver previews scheduled throughout January and February, highlighting the upcoming racing excitement and team analyses.
Originally Published 6 days ago — by Dallas Cowboys | Official Site of the Dallas Cowboys
The Dallas Cowboys' 2026 schedule includes several playoff teams, with key opponents from both the NFC and AFC, highlighting a challenging road ahead as they aim to improve after a disappointing 2025 season.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Green Bay Packers – packers.com
The Green Bay Packers are traveling to Minnesota to face the Vikings in a key NFC North matchup, marking their first regular-season finale on the road since 2021 and their first in Minnesota since 2012. The series is closely contested, with the Packers holding a slight edge in wins, and recent games often decided by narrow margins. The game will be broadcast on CBS and NFL Sunday Ticket, with radio coverage across several stations. Both teams are led by experienced coaches, with the Packers' Matt LaFleur and the Vikings' Kevin O'Connell, and the matchup continues a long-standing rivalry with significant implications for the NFC North standings.
Originally Published 26 days ago — by NCAA.com
Texas A&M and Miami are set to face off in the College Football Playoff, with both teams boasting strong defenses and explosive offenses. Texas A&M, led by quarterback Marcel Reed and a top pass rush, finished 11-1, while Miami, with quarterback Carson Beck and a solid defense, finished 10-2. The game is expected to be closely contested, with crowd noise and team execution likely to be decisive.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS Sports
The article discusses overreactions from NBA opening night, highlighting Victor Wembanyama's dominant debut, the Timberwolves' playmaking issues, roster concerns for teams like the Kings and Clippers, and key player performances that could signal season trends, emphasizing that early reactions should be taken with caution.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBA
The Oklahoma City Thunder are the favorites to end the NBA's seven-year championship drought, leading the Week 1 Power Rankings with a strong roster and high expectations, while other top teams like the Celtics, Nuggets, and Cavaliers are also highlighted for their potential and key storylines for the season start.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Defector
The article discusses the upcoming NBA season and reflects on the challenges of predicting team performance based on past results and offseason changes, emphasizing that such predictions are inherently imprecise and mainly serve to set expectations.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by NHL.com
The Philadelphia Flyers' 2025-26 season begins with a challenging game against the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers, featuring new coach Rick Tocchet emphasizing team staples, game management, and improved special teams, despite injuries on defense and the need for consistency on power plays.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Boston.com
The Boston Bruins' season-opening press conference highlighted their focus on improving defense, adding toughness, and addressing offensive challenges, with praise for new head coach Marco Sturm and acknowledgment of roster adjustments and fan support despite last season's struggles.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ESPN
The article provides a comprehensive preview of the 2025-26 NHL season, analyzing the strengths, weaknesses, and key factors for all 32 teams, along with predictions, award favorites, and fantasy tips, highlighting the Edmonton Oilers' quest for a Stanley Cup, Carolina Hurricanes' depth, and other team-specific insights.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS Sports
The Big Ten has become a league of top-tier quarterbacks, with all top five passer efficiency leaders from the conference, highlighting a historic shift in the league's style of play. Penn State faces Oregon in a crucial game that could redefine their season, amid ongoing struggles and historical challenges against top opponents. The article also discusses team performances, coaching pressures, and predictions for upcoming games.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
The article discusses the uncertain landscape of the Heisman Trophy race three weeks into the college football season, highlighting underwhelming performances from preseason favorites like Arch Manning, Drew Allar, and Cade Klubnik, while noting emerging contenders such as Jeremiah Smith, Diego Pavia, and Mario Craver, emphasizing the need to reassess initial expectations based on actual on-field performances.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS Sports
Clemson's football team, under Dabo Swinney, is struggling early in the season with a 1-2 record, raising questions about the team's strategy and Swinney's ability to adapt to modern college football. Despite high expectations and recent coaching changes, the team appears mediocre and at risk of missing the playoffs, highlighting the need for more aggressive roster moves and strategic evolution to stay competitive.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
Nebraska football, coming off a narrow win over Cincinnati, prepares to face Akron at home, with key players and coaching insights highlighting the matchup's significance in their 2025 season.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
The San Francisco 49ers are ranked 15th in NFL power rankings heading into the season, with concerns about their depth and recent team issues, despite some positive changes and a favorable schedule.