Sports Blogs

April 14, 2018

Upset Alert? Breaking Down Possible Upsets in 2018 NBA Playoffs

By Ryan Hykes

Nexus staff writer Ryan Hykes breaks down the possible upsets that could take place during these NBA playoffs as the first round begins.

March 20, 2018

March Sadness? Pre-Tourney Regional Predictions I Thought Were Safe

By Brandon Victor

Well, well, well. March Madness has once again met expectations, maybe even surpassed them following the upsets that have taken place thus far as we head into the Sweet 16. Staff writer Brandon Victor rehashes on his pic...

February 22, 2018

Against All Odds: A Fan’s Account of the Eagles’ Journey to Winning Super Bowl LII

By Richard Benites

Staff writer and lifetime Eagles fan Richard Benites examines Philadelphia's road to their first ever Super Bowl following the defeat of the New England Patriots just a few weeks ago.

February 15, 2018

No … The Dallas Cowboys Are Not “America’s Team”

By Kendra Jackson

Sports writer Kendra Jackson shares her opinion on why the Dallas Cowboys should not be called America's Team due to their lack of success the past 20-plus years.

February 1, 2018

The ‘G.O.A.T.’ vs. the Hope: Brady & Foles Prepare for Battle

By Richard Benites

Superbowl LII is officially upon us and no storyline has dominated more than that of the greatest quarterback on one side going up against a backup that has exceeded expectations.

February 1, 2018

A Trip Down Memory Lane: Our Favorite Super Bowls

By Kendra Jackson, Andrew Bishop, Spencer Ault

Three of our staff writers give their takes on their favorite Super Bowl moments.

February 1, 2018

Super Bowl LII Sleeper Picks

By Omar Hernandez

We all know about the big names going into Super Bowl 52, but what about the players that could prevail from under the radar?

February 1, 2018

Super Bowl LII Key Matchups: Offense vs. Defense

By Brandon Victor, Andrew Hernandez, Calvin Thrift

It's the most wonderful time of the year, Super Bowl time! And the Daily Nexus sports staff breaks down both the Eagles and Patriots vs the other team's defense. Enjoy!

January 25, 2018

X’s and O’s: Breaking Down the 2018 FIFA World Cup Groups (A-D)

By Richard Benites

Lots of buzz in the sports world for this year is due to the 2018 FIFA World Cup beginning this summer in June. Staff writer Richard Benites breaks down each qualifying team group by group as the anticipation grows.

January 25, 2018

X’s and O’s: Breaking Down the 2018 FIFA World Cup Groups (E-H)

By Richard Benites

Lots of buzz in the sports world for this year is due to the 2018 FIFA World Cup beginning this summer in June. Staff writer Richard Benites breaks down each qualifying team group by group as the anticipation grows.

January 19, 2018

2018 NFL Playoffs: Conference Championship Preview

By Richard Benites

Only four teams remain, and sports writer Richard Benites analyzes each team and who will win for the right to go to the Super Bowl!

January 16, 2018

2018 NFL Playoffs: Divisional Round Award Winners

By Richard Benites

Nexus staff writer Richard Benites breaks down, and hands out awards following the wonderful divisional round weekend of the 2018 NFL Playoffs.

January 11, 2018

2018 CFP Championship Award Winners

By Richard Benites

Following the wonderful CFP Championship game between Alabama and Georgia, staff writer Richard Benites analyzes the game and hands out his awards to those who deserve them.

November 16, 2017

The Eagles Aren’t as Good as You Think, They’re Actually Better

By Richard Benites

Now beyond the halfway point of the NFL season, the Philadelphia Eagles have the best record in the league at 8-1. Staff writer Richard Benites, who is an avid Eagles fan, yes even before this season, gives his take on w...

October 26, 2017

Boston Business: Welcome to the Winner’s Circle

By Kendra Jackson

Known for its winning history, the city of Boston is one of the nation's leading sports powerhouses in the world. Reporter Kendra Jackson makes her case as to why Boston is incomparable in the world of sport.

October 19, 2017

Blast From the Past: Rookie Flashbacks of Today’s NBA Stars

By Sean White

The 2017-18 NBA season is among us. With there being a slew of rookie talents making their debuts this season, it was only right to look back at the first time today's superstars stepped onto the court to start their pro...