Isabel Baldwin - Senior Sports Reporter for MailOnline

Modern Languages graduate of the University of Birmingham and NCTJ at News Associates in Manchester. Started at the MailOnline on the sport trainee scheme in 2021 and now work on DailyMail.com in the New York office following the launch of our US sports site. Love golf and football and can often be found on the course or, if back home, at Anfield.

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Donald Trump makes major Patrick Mahomes fumble while praising Republican senator Tommy Tuberville

06/02/25 04:54

Donald Trump may want to brush up on his Texas Tech football knowledge following a gaffe he made at the White House. On Wednesday, the president surrounded himself with female athletes and activists as he put pen to paper on an executive order banning transgender athletes from competing in women's sports. However, while addressing the audience, the 78-year-old made a fumble....read

Lia Thomas' former teammates sue UPenn, Harvard and NCAA in lawsuit to scrub her records
06/02/25 02:42
Three former members of the University of Pennsylvania swimming team have sued over their experience sharing a team and locker room with transgender swimmer Lia Thomas.
FBI releases shocking damning photo of Joe Burrow burglary suspects
06/02/25 12:29
Bastian Morales, 23, Jordan Sanchez, 22, and Sergio Cabello, 38 have now been federally charged. The FBI released a photo showing four men - three of whom are believed to be suspects.
Tom Brady reacts to Gisele Bundchen welcoming first child with Joaquim Valente two years after divorce
05/02/25 09:31
The Brazilian already shares daughter Vivian Lake, 11, and son Benjamin Rein, 15, with ex-husband Brady, 47. The couple divorced in October 2022.
The $3m Super Bowl VIP experience Taylor Swift and the stars will enjoy in New Orleans
05/02/25 06:40
There is no more prized ticket in American sports than Super Bowl Sunday. And this year, no seats are more sought after than those in the 165 luxury suites stretching around Caesars Superdome.
Jason Kelce confirms if Taylor Swift will be in New Orleans to support Travis Kelce and the Chiefs in Super Bowl
05/02/25 05:39
The pop sensation, who has cheered on her NFL beau Travis Kelce throughout the Kansas City Chiefs' run to the Super Bowl, had long been expected to continue her cheerleading duties.
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Patrick Mahomes has perfect response to 'dirtbag' and 'classless' question from Super Bowl reporter
05/02/25 04:04
The dominance Patrick Mahomes and Co. has sparked conspiracy theories in recent weeks, with some NFL fans suggesting they had a helping hand from the league's officials.
Tiger Woods' TGL pays emotional tribute to his mom Kultida ahead of league's first match after her death
05/02/25 02:54
The 15-time major winner announced that his mom, whom he described as 'his biggest fan,' had passed away earlier on Tuesday. He did not reveal a cause of death.
Patrick Mahomes' mom shares heartbreaking family update days before Chiefs' Super Bowl clash
05/02/25 01:39
It was revealed last month that Mahomes' grandfather, Randy, had been moved into hospice care a little over 48 hours before the Chiefs quarterback secured his place in the Super Bowl.
Revealed: Who Donald Trump will watch Super Bowl LIX with as special guest for Eagles-Chiefs clash
05/02/25 12:57
The 78-year-old is expected to become the the first-sitting president to attend the Super Bowl when he watches the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles.
Sports fans rejoice as Donald Trump prepares to sign executive order banning biological men from women's sports
04/02/25 11:00
The president is expected to sign an executive order Wednesday to keep men out of women's sports, DailyMail.com revealed. The pledge was one of his most popular rallying cries in the election.
FBI arrest two men in connection with pro athlete burglaries in dramatic New York raid
04/02/25 09:55
Burrow, the signal caller for the Cincinnati Bengals, had his Ohio home broken into at the end of last year amid a nationwide string of heists targeting athletes, including Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes.
Travis Kelce's Eagles rival Dallas Goedert reveals how he really feels about Chiefs star ahead of Super Bowl clash
04/02/25 02:55
Philadelphia star Dallas Goedert and Travis Kelce will be pitted against each other in the battle of the tight ends during this Sunday's Super Bowl, which will see the Eagles look to enact revenge.
Spurs-Grizzlies NBA game delayed as fan suffers courtside medical emergency in terrifying scenes
04/02/25 01:39
The beginning of the NBA game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the San Antonio Sours was delayed Monday night after a spectator suffered a terrifying medical emergency.
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Former World Series-winning MLB star Rich Dauer dies at 72
04/02/25 12:58
The former infielder spent his entire playing career with the Baltimore Orioles, winning a World Series in 1983. He also won the Fall Classic as a coach with the Houston Astros.
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LA Rams make shock decision to trade Cooper Kupp 'immediately' despite wide receiver disagreeing with move
04/02/25 12:34
The wide receiver announced in a statement to fans that Rams had told him they intended to move on from him, making it clear that he didn't agree with the decision.
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NFL commissioner Roger Goodell breaks silence on inappropriate behavior allegations against Justin Tucker
03/02/25 11:49
Nine employees from five different spas and wellness centers across the Baltimore area have come forward with claims against the married 35-year-old and practicing Catholic.
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NFL commissioner Roger Goodell forced to address claims referees favor the Chiefs before the Super Bowl
03/02/25 10:53
The Chiefs are heading to their fifth Super Bowl in six years on Sunday. But in recent weeks, some NFL fans have questioned the dominance, suggesting they had a helping hand from the league's officials.
Figure skater Maxim Naumov is surrounded by family friends after death of his parents in DC plane crash
03/02/25 09:57
Married Russian skaters Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov were among the 67 people who lost their lives when an American Airlines flight collided with a Black Hawk helicopter.
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Luka Doncic touches down in Los Angeles to link up with LeBron James after blockbuster trade to the Lakers
03/02/25 05:54
As the basketball continues to reel from the blockbuster news almost 24 hours on, Doncic, considered to be one of the league's biggest stars, landed in Los Angeles to join his new team.
Dave Portnoy delivers savage reaction to Kanye West and Bianca Censori's shocking Grammys appearance
03/02/25 03:44
The couple were escorted out of the ceremony Sunday 'by police' after Censori's naked red carpet stunt shocked the world. And Portnoy delivered a scathing response as he slammed Kanye.
Joe Burrow's ex Olivia Holzmacher breaks silence in cryptic post amid his rumored romance with Olivia Ponton
03/02/25 02:05
The quarterback's reported romance with swimsuit model Olivia Ponton was revealed in December after it was reported that she had been the one to call the police after his mansion had been robbed.
Caitlin Clark is honored by Iowa as her No. 22 jersey is retired by her former college in emotional ceremony
03/02/25 01:21
Clark's No. 22 was retired in a ceremony at Carver-Hawkeye Arena after the Hawkeyes´ 76-67 win over No. 4 USC, one season after she completed her historic college career.
Chiefs stars receive stunning Super Bowl send off in Kansas City as Travis Kelce and Co. arrive in New Orleans
02/02/25 11:34
Kansas City ensured its stars received a rousing send-off as neighbors of multiple stars lined the streets in Chiefs Kingdom's signature red and yellow to wave off their Super Bowl hopefuls.
Luka Doncic brutally snubs Dallas Mavericks GM Nico Harrison after blockbuster Lakers trade
02/02/25 10:12
The basketball world was taken by storm overnight when one of the biggest trades in NBA history, which sees Doncic head to Los Angeles in exchange for Anthony Davis, was announced.
Brock Lesnar named in sex trafficking lawsuit against Vince McMahon as disturbing new allegations emerge
01/02/25 02:10
The complaint includes new disturbing allegations against McMahon and other members of WWE, including claims he used her as a 'sexual pawn' to entice the wrestler into staying under contract.
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How police used the Super Bowl in New Orleans to trap more than 100 fugitives in major sting operation
01/02/25 01:11
In 1985, around 3,000 fugitives were offered complimentary tickets to watch a Redskins game, and were told they'd also have the chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip to the Super Bowl .
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Revealed: Bill Belichick makes surprising gesture to win over UNC fraternity
01/02/25 02:46
The 72-year-old, known for his no-nonsense approach during his tenure as head coach of the New England Patriots, has employed some surprising tactics to win over the student body in Chapel Hill.
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Philadelphia Eagles bring in secret weapon to prepare to tackle Travis Kelce in Super Bowl against Chiefs
01/02/25 01:49
The Eagles will be out for revenge on February 9 when they face Travis Kelce and the Chiefs in a rematch of Super Bowl LVII - which Philadelphia lost 38-35 - down in New Orleans.
Stephen A. Smith breaks silence on potential 2028 presidential bid after shock poll reveals his chances
01/02/25 01:04
A recent poll revealed that the ESPN personality would receive more support than several big-name Democrat presidential hopefuls in the nation's next presidential election.
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Kobe Bryant's wife 'delays permission' for film about late NBA star's life to protect kids from sex assault claim
31/01/25 11:15
Vanessa Bryant is said to have been approached by a number of producers in the years since his tragic death. However, the 42-year-old is claimed to want full control over the narrative.
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Buffalo Bills star Micah Hyde retires after 12 years in the NFL following Kansas City Chiefs loss
31/01/25 09:47
The Chiefs prevented Josh Allen and the Bills from reaching the Super Bowl yet again with a 32-29 victory in the AFC Championship, which marked the final game of one player's career.
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NFL star Justin Tucker accused of inappropriate behavior by six massage therapists
30/01/25 06:55
The accusations have been made by therapists from four different high-end spas and wellness centers across the Baltimore region. Two of the spas are said to have banned him from their facilities.
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REVEALED: Taylor Swift DOES intend to watch the Super Bowl with Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds despite bombshell legal woes
30/01/25 03:57
Just like last year's NFL season finale, Swift reportedly intends to be cheering on the tight end inside the Big Easy's Caesars Superdome, alongside her star-studded posse of A-List pals.
Who are Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov? Russian figure skaters were on board doomed American Airlines flight
30/01/25 02:45
Former Russian world champion figure skaters Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov were on board the doomed American Airlines plane that crashed in Washington DC.
Caitlin Clark rejects All-Star weekend offer from the NBA
29/01/25 09:53
Caitlin Clark has shot down the chance to take on one of the NBA's biggest names in a huge disappointment to fans, raining on the league's parade ahead of All-Star weekend.
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Fresh footage shows Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce celebrating Chiefs' AFC victory with Patrick Mahomes' dad
29/01/25 06:41
Swift, who made a return to Arrowhead Stadium, rushed to the field to congratulate Travis Kelce among the families of the jubilant Chiefs stars as they hoisted the Lamar Hunt Trophy.
Patrick Mahomes' dad gives shock explanation for trolling Bills fans after Chiefs' AFC title win
29/01/25 03:53
After the Chiefs emerged victorious, punching their ticket to the Super Bowl yet again, the X account belonging to Mahomes Sr. fired off a number of posts, including one taking aim at Bills fans.
Inside lifelong Taylor Swift fan's meeting with pop star in Chiefs VIP suite that left her 'bursting into tears'
29/01/25 02:43
Nicole Viscount, the fiancée of Travis and Jason Kelce's former college teammate Craig Parmenter, lived out every Swiftie's dream at the AFC Championship game on Sunday.
Jason Kelce finally reveals who he'll support at the Super Bowl when brother Travis faces his beloved Eagles
29/01/25 01:11
The retired center's beloved Philadelphia Eagles, who he played for throughout his glittering 13-year NFL career, are set to take on the Kansas City Chiefs, the team of his younger brother, Travis.
Dean Blandino: I was in charge of NFL referees… here's how I know there's no bias towards the Chiefs
28/01/25 09:52
The Chiefs punched their ticket to their third straight Super Bowl with an AFC Championship victory over the Buffalo Bills Sunday but many NFL fans believed they have had a helping hand.
Tennis legend Anna Kournikova sparks major concern in first public appearance in over two years
28/01/25 08:46
The 43-year-old retired tennis icon has not been seen in over two years but raised concerns among fans when she resurfaced at a shopping mall in Miami over the weekend.
Detroit Lions land Ben Johnson replacement after losing offensive coordinator to Chicago Bears
28/01/25 04:48
The Lions have suffered a trio of blows this postseason, first being eliminated from the playoffs, then losing both OC Johnson and defensive coordinator Aaron Glenn.
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Former NFL star Ryan Leaf makes sickening threat against journalist who criticized Josh Allen
28/01/25 04:03
Bills quarterback Josh Allen was on the receiving end of some backlash when he was called out for his choice of target. And one former player did not take too kindly to the apparent criticism.
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Duke basketball player caught in disgusting act during a game... before fan passes out in the stands
28/01/25 02:45
The second half of North Carolina State's college basketball game against Duke wasn't short of drama Monday night as a series of shocking scenes played out inside Cameron Indoor Stadium.
REVEALED: Where Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs are staying for Super Bowl week in the heart of New Orleans
28/01/25 02:25
The carnival city, which knows a thing or two about throwing a celebration, will throw open its doors to the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles as it hosts a mouthwatering festival of football.
Fans are convinced they have found reason the Chiefs are destined to lose the Super Bowl
28/01/25 02:00
Social media sleuths have already dismissed the Kansas City Chiefs' chances of sealing an unprecedented third straight Super Bowl, claiming history is not on their side.
Patrick Mahomes' dad takes brutal swipe at the Bills after Chiefs QB's wife Brittany lamented 'disgusting' abuse
28/01/25 02:54
Pat Mahomes Sr., the father of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, decided to clap back at some of his son's detractors after an AFC Championship victory.
ESPN insider Adam Schefter responds to furious 'BS' accusations from former Chief over Patrick Mahomes claim
27/01/25 07:48
Schefter reported over the weekend that the NFL is expected to expand replay assist that could include quarterback slides. He appeared to imply that the rule change was influenced by Mahomes.
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Cowboys owner Jerry Jones admits controversial Brian Schottenheimer hire is 'as big a risk as you can take'
27/01/25 06:38
Jerry Jones, who also acts as the franchise's general manager, acknowledged that he had strayed considerably from beaten path in his latest search for a head coach to lead his beloved Cowboys.
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Caitlin Clark reveals what it was really like to share VIP suite with 'cute' Taylor Swift at Chiefs game
27/01/25 04:45
The Indiana Fever guard made a star-studded appearance at Arrowhead alongside Taylor swift earlier this month when the Chiefs beat the Houston Texans in the NFL Divisional round.
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Patrick Mahomes taunts his critics with perfect tweet after wife Brittany hit out at 'disgusting' abuse
27/01/25 04:27
Mahomes led the Chiefs to their third consecutive Super Bowl with a 32-29 AFC twin over the Buffalo Bills, at Arrowhead. And it appears the postseason clash was personal for the signal caller.
CBS makes huge blunder during crucial moment of Chiefs' AFC title victory over Buffalo Bills
27/01/25 01:50
A pass from Josh Allen on fourth down - and the Bills' chance to tie the game - was ruled incomplete, yet a blunder from CBS and play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz got Buffalo fans' hopes up.
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LeBron James and Tom Brady beaten in E1 season opener... as Steve Aoki's team change the tune in Jeddah thriller
25/01/25 05:45
ISABEL BALDWIN IN JEDDAH: The Red Sea of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia was supposed to set the stage for the clash of US sporting titans Saturday. Tom Brady versus LeBron James. NFL versus NBA.
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LeBron James announces shock career move to join Tom Brady and Co as new owner of E1 racing team
23/01/25 02:21
ISABEL BALDWIN IN JEDDAH: The 40-year-old was unveiled as the latest sporting icon to become a team owner in a growing racing series, joining the likes of Tom Brady and Hollywood icon Will Smith.
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Ravens star admits he's a Chiefs 'hater' and calls for someone to end their Super Bowl reign after Baltimore exit
21/01/25 09:46
With his own team out of the running following Sunday's defeat, the Baltimore Ravens star revealed who he wants to lift the Lombardi Trophy: Anyone but the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Minnesota Vikings make decision on head coach Kevin O'Connell after devastating end to the season
21/01/25 09:37
The Minnesota Vikings suffered an agonizing exit from the playoffs in the Wild Card round, after going 14-3 through the regular season.
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Super Bowl referees announced as fans fume amid Chiefs 'rigged' claims
21/01/25 08:21
The NFL unveiled its officiating crew for Super Bowl LIX Tuesday. The Chiefs haven't even punched their ticket to the Big Easy yet, but fans are already claiming it falls in their favor.
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MLB fans vow to boycott the league as LA Dodgers continue to spend with another big-money addition
21/01/25 05:22
The reigning World Series champions already have the rest of the league in uproar over their payroll but that hasn't stopped the Los Angeles Dodgers from spending big yet again this week.
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Scottie Pippen reveals why fractured friendship with 'difficult' Michael Jordan is beyond repair
21/01/25 04:18
Scottie Pippen and Michael Jordan may have been one of the best duos to grace the court as teammates but the former now believes their fractured friendship is beyond repair.
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Fans claim viral Mike Tyson-Jake Paul inauguration moment is proof their Netflix fight was 'RIGGED'
21/01/25 03:20
The alleged foes-turned-friends act was a tad too friendly for some fans' tastes, especially coming just two months after they went head-to-head in a controversial Netflix showdown.
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Travis Kelce gives emotional piece of advice to Chiefs teammate as new footage emerges from NFL playoff win
21/01/25 02:05
The Chiefs kickstarted their playoff action by keeping their quest for a Super Bowl three-peat alive with a 23-14 win at a raucous Arrowhead Stadium. And the moment wasn't lost on Kelce.
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PGA Tour decides new location for Tiger Woods' Genesis Invitational after LA wildfires
20/01/25 08:58
The Tour made the decision to move the signature event away from Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, where it has been held a total of 60 times, after wildfires left the city ravaged.
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Donald Trump is hailed as a 'champion' for women's sport as Riley Gaines leads praise for 'two gender' policy
20/01/25 08:21
In front of around 600 allies, dignitaries and family members inside the US Capitol building on Monday, Trump declared that the government will only recognize two sexes - male and female.
People go wild over the 'look' Dana White gave Barack Obama as he stood alongside ex-President at Trump's inauguration
20/01/25 06:21
The UFC president took pride of place among the flock of tech titans and media moguls who descended on Washington DC to witness the second swearing in of Donald Trump.
College Football Playoff committee make huge decision on location of national championship game
20/01/25 04:49
The College Football Playoff committee has made the decision to move the location of the championship title game. The committee has been forced into the change due to scheduling conflicts.
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NFL star Kris Boyd reveals he's been bombarded with racist abuse 'every second' since pushing his own coach
20/01/25 04:14
Boyd was caught on camera ripping his helmet off, storming to the sidelines and almost knocking special teams coach Frank Ross to the ground, sparking vile backlash.
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Mark Andrews is defended by Ravens head coach John Harbaugh, despite agonizing costly drop in playoff loss
20/01/25 03:12
The Ravens suffered a 27-25 Divisional Rounds defeat to the Buffalo Bills in devastating fashion Sunday - all but sealed by two last-gasp errors by Andrews at a snowy Highmark Stadium.
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College football head coach outed for threatening liberal reporter in furious social media outburst
20/01/25 02:43
Aaron Rupar, a liberal, anti-Trump reporter, took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to share a screenshot of a message from an account that appeared to belong to the college head coach.
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Brittany Mahomes reveals secret to feeling 'human again' after glam return to spotlight six days after birth
20/01/25 06:35
Brittany Mahomes let her fans in on her secret to looking absolutely stunning just six days after welcoming her third child, daughter Golden, with her NFL superstar husband Patrick Mahomes.
Call Her Daddy podcast host Alex Cooper cheers on her beloved Philadelphia Eagles in NFL playoffs
19/01/25 08:44
The Philadelphia Eagles looked to move one step closer to the Super Bowl when they took on the Los Angeles Rams Sunday and Cooper, who hails from Pennsylvania joined the passionate fans.
Travis Kelce is given a new nickname by Patrick Mahomes after season-best performance in NFL playoff win
19/01/25 07:31
The Chiefs kept their bid for an unprecedented third straight Super Bowl alive with a 23-14 victory over the Houston Texans in the NFL Divisional Round thanks to a standout game from Kelce Saturday.
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Stunning pro golfer and TikTok star Hailey Ostrom details terrifying stalker ordeal after man turned up to her home
19/01/25 06:37
Ostrom is a professional golfer who has also amassed 927,000 followers by posting glamorous golf content to her Instagram page but she has also experienced the negative side to fame.
Inside the Washington Commanders WAGs' celebrations as their partners stun top-seeded Detroit Lions
19/01/25 04:29
The Commanders upset the NFC No. 1 seed with a 45-31 divisional round victory on the road. And back home in Washington, their partners toasted the thrilling win with their own celebrations.
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Olivia Dunne jokes she is 'getting her LinkedIn ready' as she mourns TikTok ban after final post with Baby Gronk
19/01/25 03:29
Popular social media app TikTok officially went dark for US users on Saturday night, sending many influencers into meltdown. Yet, Dunne, who boasted eight million followers, had a hilarious response.
Dave Portnoy: Why Patrick Mahomes is disgracing the game and ruining his legacy after huge NFL playoff win
19/01/25 02:43
Despite punching the Chiefs' ticket to the AFC Championship, Patrick Mahomes drew backlash from fans, including Dave Portnoy who claimed the quarterback was disgracing the game.
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Brittany Mahomes sends social media wild with surprise appearance at husband Patrick's press conference
19/01/25 01:47
As the Chiefs kickstarted their latest playoff campaign, Brittany was there to support her husband , despite giving birth to their third child and second daughter Golden Raye just last Sunday.
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Major update on LSU QB Colin Hurley revealed after 17-year-old found 'unresponsive' following horror crash
17/01/25 03:22
The 17-year-old was left injured after crashing his car into a tree on the school's campus early on Thursday morning. His family has released a statement on his condition.
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Tom Brady's decision on future of $375m Fox deal is revealed by his agent amid Raiders conflict criticism
17/01/25 03:08
Tom Brady hasn't even completed the first year of his blockbuster deal with Fox Sports but the NFL legend is already facing questions on whether he will return for a second.
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LeBron James makes young LA Lakers fan cry with classy gesture
17/01/25 01:59
The Los Angeles Lakers sealed a 117-108 victory over the Miami Heat at Crypto.com Arena but James's presence alone was enough to make one young supporter's night.
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