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It is safe to say that the Chicago Bears made the right decision last season in hiring Ben Johnson as head coach and former head coach Dennis Allen as their defensive coordinator. That coaching duo led a sharp turnaround, resulting in an 11–6 record and Chicago’s first playoff win since 2010.

Now the Bears’ brand-new coaching structure is moving into Year 2 together, and this time, they have an even better handle on things. Whether it’s covering up weaknesses or making short-term improvements, the Bears still have room for growth.

One of those areas involves the pass-rusher position, where Chicago ranked near the bottom with 35 total sacks last season. As the offseason progresses, some Bears rumors have led the team to sign free agent and potential future Hall of Famer Cameron Jordan, who remains unsigned after spending the first 15 years of his career with the New Orleans Saints.

It helps that Allen coached Jordan for the first 10 seasons of his career in New Orleans. Could their relationship set the wheels in motion for a reunion in the Windy City?

Coach Allen was recently asked about the possibility of the Bears signing Jordan as a free agent. But he made it seem like the Bears coaching staff hasn’t spent much time thinking about adding the 37-year-old to their roster any time soon.

“I don’t know that there’s been much discussion about it.” [signing him]. “We feel very good about where we are and what we have,” Allen said. “Yet you never know what opportunities may arise down the road.”

While Jordan is not someone who can make a long-term impact on the field of play, he still recorded 10.5 sacks as a member of the Saints last season. This suggests he will be able to help make an impact in Chicago this season, especially since he is already very familiar with the Bears’ defensive coordinator.

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The Boston Red Sox have been one of the biggest disappointments in Major League Baseball this season, entering Friday’s game with the worst record in the American League. The Red Sox lineup has been the primary problem, raising questions about outfielder Jaren Duran’s future with the team.

Robert Murray of FanSided.com wrote that Duran has long been a target of San Diego Padres general manager AJ Preller and would have interest in the league. While Duran could also benefit from a change of scenery, Murray doubts Boston will move him this summer.

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• Jaren Duran contract (Spotrac): $7.7 million salary (2026), arbitration eligible (2027-’28)

Duran, age 29, earned an All-Star selection in 2024. He finished that campaign with 21 home runs, 14 triples, 75 RBI and a .834 OPS with a .285/.342/.492 triple-slash line. Last season he still managed to hit 16 home runs and 13 triples with 84 RBI and a .774 OPS.

However, he has been in a long-term bearish trend since September 2025. Over his last 187 plate appearances, Duran has hit 26.2 percent of his plate appearances with a .216/.283/.345 triple-slash line.

• Jaren Duran stats (ESPN): .198/.261/.296, .558 OPS, 1 home run, 23-6 K-BB in 81 AB

According to Baseball Savant, in terms of his advanced numbers, he ranks in the 2nd percentile for whiff rate (39.6 percent), in the 20th percentile for chase rate (25.1 percent), and he is in the 23rd percentile for expected batting average (.219). He’s still an excellent base runner who is a plus defensively (80th percentile above average), but he has shown no signs of getting back to form at the plate.

Boston would rather sell him for an all-time low than his trade value, and given his history, the club is more inclined to retain him and hope for a change. However, if the Red Sox are unable to dig themselves out of this hole by the beginning of July, multiple teams will likely inquire about Duran before the MLB trade deadline.

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The Green Bay Packers said goodbye to a backup quarterback this offseason after seeing Malik Willis sign a $67.5 million contract with the Miami Dolphins. They haven’t changed his spot in the cubby room yet.

While the Packers have Desmond Ridder and Kyle McCord as backups to Jordan Love, they don’t inspire any confidence if Love is taken out of action, as he was in each of the last two seasons. Still, the Packers are internally discussing adding another QB with 14 seasons of NFL experience.

Green Bay has considered the possibility of signing free agent QB Kirk Cousins, according to Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst.

“Yeah, we’ve discussed a lot of those options. Obviously, he’s a guy who has made a lot of impacts on the wall in this league, so we’ve definitely discussed all those types of things.”

Cousins ​​spent two seasons being coached by Packers head coach Matt LaFleur in Washington from 2012 to 2013, so there are already some strong familiarities here. Cousins ​​themselves may welcome a potential partnership.

Still, Cousins ​​will be looking forward to a better opportunity to see the field in 2026. However, this opportunity may not present itself as most entry-level jobs are already filled. It’s clear that Cousins ​​is a popular target among league circles, with him also being linked to Las Vegas and the Los Angeles Rams.

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The San Francisco 49ers have been busy adding impact players on both sides of the ball this offseason. On offense, potential future Hall of Fame receiver Mike Evans is the headliner. On defense, it’s Osa Odighizuwa, an $80 million defensive tackle.

Still, rumors have continued to link the 49ers to an even bigger addition on defense. Then what is the hindrance?

On Sunday, 49ers general manager John Lynch addressed popular rumors of the 49ers signing Joey Bosa to pair with his brother, Nick, in San Francisco. Only, the GM suggests the 49ers may not be able to afford him.

“I know Mama Bosa would love it, but I don’t know if we can afford it,” Lynch said, via Matt Barrows of TheAthletic.com.

It is not known what the asking price of Bosa is in the open market. However since he is unsigned and not officially linked to any team other than the 49ers, it’s possible his agent is asking for too much. In fact, Lynch’s comments may have been his attempt to take down Bosa’s market. Whether or not this will actually work remains to be seen, but it never hurts to try.

Bosa, 30, spent last season with the Bills, where he recorded five sacks and an NFL-high five forced fumbles in 15 starts. He hasn’t had a double-digit sack season since 2021, yet he achieved Pro Bowl status in 2024, his final season with the Chargers.

With 77 sacks in 10 seasons, it shouldn’t take long for Bosa to find another opportunity. But as Lynch indicated, he may have to lower his asking price first.

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OKLAHOMA CITY – Before facing the Oklahoma City Thunder, Denver Nuggets head coach David Edelman put into perspective Shai Gilgeous-Alexander breaking Wilt Chamberlain’s record of 126 consecutive 20+ point games. A record that took 63 years to break, Gilgeous-Alexander’s historic night will go down in history.

Before Gilgeous-Alexander accomplished one of the rarest feats in NBA history, Edelman provided proper reference During his pregame media availability.

“I don’t know if people realize how hard it is to do that. To score 20 points in 10 (straight) games, not 120, no matter what, it’s special. He’s a special player,” Jokic said. “It’s a pleasure and a privilege to play against him.”

David Edelman on SGA is on the verge of equaling Wilt Chamberlain’s consecutive 20+ point games: “It says a lot about Shai’s career. The consistency he’s shown over the years and the fact that basketball is in a really good place right now…

It’s not just one… pic.twitter.com/mxWequmjBH

-Joshua Peacock (@Joe_Sway) 9 March 2026

According to ESPN’s Anthony Slater, after Gilgeous-Alexander’s game-winning 3-pointer topped Monday’s 129-126 win against the Nuggets, the All-Star and fellow MVP candidate Nikola Jokic congratulated SGA for tying Chamberlain’s record for consecutive 20+ point games in NBA history.

“I don’t know if people realize how hard it is to do that. To score 20 points in 10 (straight) games, not 120, no matter what, it’s special. He’s a special player,” Jokic said. “It’s a pleasure and a privilege to play against him.”

Nikola Jokic ties Wilt with 126 consecutive 20-point games at SGA

“I don’t know if people realize how hard it is to do that. To score 20 points in 10 (straight) games, not 120, whatever, it’s special. He’s a special player.” pic.twitter.com/YMSWvXGbhj

– Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) 10 March 2026

The Nuggets will face the Thunder for the last time this season when they host the defending champions on April 10.

Mark Daigneault reveals SGA’s ‘superpower’ after Thunder win

Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault reflected on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as a player, leader and person after Monday’s historic night where SGA held the Nuggets to a game-winning three in a 129-126 victory.

Daigneault said, “He never presses. He has incredible situational awareness, awareness of the length of the game; I think that’s one of his superpowers.” “He understands how long the game is. So, he can make the right plays, knowing he’s going to hold his own. If he misses a shot early, he knows there’s still more to play. He’s always in it mentally. I think that’s why he’s as consistent as he is.”

Gilgeous-Alexander turned to his supporting cast early and often, and they undoubtedly did not disappoint as the Thunder’s Jaylin Williams finished with 29 points, including a career-high seven threes and 12 rebounds. Ajay Mitchell led the way off the bench with 24 points in his first game back from an abdominal strain and left ankle injury.

Daigneault said, “I thought his passing tonight was really cool. Even ordinary people weren’t supportive.” “They doubled him all night. He got over it early, like it happened with Ajay [Mitchell] Even late, Ajay got Hardaway there. It’s just a simple game before defense. She played a very good floor game tonight. Obviously, a great finish. A great player.”

The Thunder have won seven consecutive games.

The Charlotte Hornets are officially one of the hottest teams in the NBA, and head coach Charles Lee believes the looming trade deadline is a major reason why. After Wednesday night’s impressive 118-89 win over the Boston Celtics, Lee praised guard Coby White, calling him a “battle-tested” veteran who has turned the team around.

“He adds a lot to our environment and our product on the court,” Lee said of White. With the win the Hornets moved to 32–31, the first time they have sat above the .500 mark since late October. This extended their current winning streak to six games, a stretch where Charlotte has boasted one of the most efficient offenses in the league.

🎙️ Charles Lee on Coby White: “He adds a lot to our environment and our product on the court.”

“We have a very deep team, but there’s something about having a guy like that who is battle-tested, a high-level thinker and has been through a lot of experiences as a basketball player.”… pic.twitter.com/WsJ9sYnhqC

– r/CharlotteHornets (@HornetsReddit) 5 March 2026

White was surgically efficient against the Celtics at TD Garden, finishing with 17 points and six assists while shooting an impressive 6-of-9 from the field in just 20 minutes of action. His ability to stabilize the second unit and provide clutch scoring punch has provided Lee with a luxury the Hornets have lacked in recent seasons.

Lee said having a high-level thinker like White makes it easier for him to put the ball in his hands at the end of quarters so the team can get quality shots.

The blowout featured a balanced attack as rookie Con Knueppel led all Charlotte scorers with 20 points. Brandon Miller and LaMelo Ball each scored 18 points, while the defense held a powerful Boston team to just 89 points.

For a team that was struggling to stay in the play-in race a month ago, the addition of White along with stars like Ball and Miller has created a tremendous rotation. As the Hornets head toward the postseason, their new “battle-tested” creator appears to be just what the doctor ordered.