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Quinyon Mitchell, a former cornerback for the University of Toledo, is making history as the first player from a non-power conference to be projected as a first-round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. Mitchell’s path to success is remarkable, having come from a small Florida town with limited recruiting attention. He credits Toledo for giving him a second chance and sticking with him through his development. Despite offers from higher-profile leagues, Mitchell remained loyal to Toledo, demonstrating the reciprocal power of loyalty and dedication.

The NBA’s 2023-24 regular season award finalists have been announced, with the top three candidates for each major award being named. Nikola Jokić, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Luka Dončić are the finalists for MVP, while Rudy Gobert, Victor Wembanyama, and Bam Adebayo are up for Defensive Player of the Year. The Rookie of the Year race features Chet Holmgren, Victor Wembanyama, and Brandon Miller, while Tyrese Maxey, Alperen Sengün, and Coby White are the Most Improved Player finalists. Malik Monk, Bobby Portis Jr., and Naz Reid are the Sixth Man of the Year candidates.

The Denver Broncos have unveiled their new uniforms for the 2024 season, but fans are not impressed. The uniforms have been compared to those worn by various college programs and have been criticized for their lack of originality and professional flair. The Broncos have also faced criticism for losing the helmet stripe, which was a distinctive feature of their previous uniforms.

Former players and pundits have condemned Nottingham Forest’s criticism of the PGMOL, claiming the club’s statement was ’embarrassing’ and ‘scandalous’. Forest claimed three ‘extremely poor’ decisions went against them in their match against Everton, and accused the VAR official of bias due to his support for Luton. Former referee Mark Clattenburg has also been criticized for his role as Forest’s referee analyst, with calls for him to resign.

West Ham are reportedly in the running to appoint a highly-rated head coach who is currently being considered by Chelsea and Liverpool. The Hammers have been inundated with candidates to replace David Moyes, whose position is under scrutiny. Ruben Amorim, who ended Sporting Lisbon’s long wait for a league title, has been offered to West Ham. Other potential candidates include Julen Lopetegui, Gary O’Neil, Vincent Kompany, Marco Silva, and Thomas Tuchel.

With the 2024 NFL Draft rapidly approaching, speculation surrounding the Chicago Bears’ No. 9 overall pick has intensified. While the Bears are anticipated to select quarterback Caleb Williams with their first selection, the possibilities for the No. 9 pick remain uncertain. Reports indicate that the Bears may consider trading down due to their limited number of picks on Day 2 and Day 3. The defensive line and pass catcher positions appear to be the most likely targets for the No. 9 selection, with potential targets including DJ Moore, Keenan Allen, Byron Murphy II, and an offensive lineman.

talkSPORT’s Simon Jordan has criticized Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola for complaining about fixture scheduling after the team’s FA Cup semi-final win. Guardiola had expressed frustration over playing three days after their Champions League exit, but Jordan believes it’s part of the sport’s demands and the team’s responsibility.

WWE Undisputed Universal Champion Cody Rhodes gifted engraved Rolex watches to his WrestleMania XL rivals and tag-team partners, but surprisingly left out Jey Uso. Uso jokingly expressed his disappointment, saying he would confront Rhodes about the snub. The exclusion of Uso, who allied with Rhodes against the Bloodline and briefly held the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championships with him, has raised questions about their current relationship.

Reality TV star Lisa Vanderpump has expanded her culinary empire with the grand opening of ‘Wolf by Vanderpump’ at Harveys resort in Lake Tahoe. The restaurant, which opened on April 18th, offers an upscale dining experience with an ‘Instagrammable’ cocktail menu and a variety of dishes such as truffle fries, double smash burgers, and a 16-ounce New York strip steak. Vanderpump, known for her role in ‘Vanderpump Rules’ and her ownership of several other restaurants and bars, brings her expertise to this latest venture.

British jockey Ben Curtis has secured his first mount in the prestigious Kentucky Derby, which takes place on May 4th. Curtis, who has ridden over 1,000 winners in Britain, made the move to the United States last year to pursue his dreams. He has since ridden 43 winners at Fair Grounds in New Orleans and will now partner with Honor Marie in the Kentucky Derby.