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The Observer

Wide receiver Cooper Kupp (right) helped lead the Rams to victory over the Bengals, earning the title of Super Bowl MVP as he outplayed Bengals corner Eli Apple (left) to catch the game-winning touchdown.

Los Angeles Rams win second Super Bowl in franchise history in thrilling victory over Cincinnati Bengals

Gaurav Hardikar, Staff Writer February 18, 2022

On Sunday Feb. 13, the Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles Rams faced off in Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. The nail-biting game was quite memorable, as the Rams won their first title in...

NFL players come together to compete in the 2022 Pro Bowl—but was it worth the watch?

NFL Pro Bowl disappoints yet again

Akhil Medarametla, Staff Writer February 11, 2022

This year’s Pro Bowl, like every other Pro Bowl, was quite mediocre. Despite having the league’s brightest stars playing,  minimal interest or passion could be found. For the NFL, holding this year’s...

Forward Isaac Okoro (pictured) secured a Cavalier victory with a last-minute steal and game-winning dunk against the Brooklyn Nets.

Cavs ride five-game win streak at season midpoint

Akhil Medarametla, Staff Writer January 21, 2022

The Cleveland Cavaliers have been on quite a hot streak. On Friday, Jan. 14, the Cavs traveled to San Antonio where they faced the Spurs, eventually beating them in a close game, 114-109. Guard Darius...

Evan Mobley (left) led the Cavs to a 108-104 victory against the Indiana Pacers on Jan. 2.

Cavaliers go 2-1 to start off West Coast road trip

Ishan Kulkarni, Staff Writer January 14, 2022

The Cleveland Cavaliers have taken basketball fans by surprise this season with their high level of play as new acquisitions and young talent continue to blossom. The same continued on the first week of...

Running back DErnest Johnson (pictured above) leads the Browns offensive in NFL regular-season finale.

Browns triumph 21-16 over Bengals in a Battle of the Backups

Gaurav Hardikar, Staff Writer January 14, 2022

The 2021 NFL season finale featured several high-profile matchups with playoff spots on the line, but for the Cleveland Browns it was a chance to finally put this disappointing season in the rear view....

Quarterback Baker Mayfield (pictured) sustains injuries as Browns look to maximize the current season after loss against Ravens.

Browns offense disappoints in vital primetime matchup against the Ravens

Gaurav Hardikar, Staff Writer December 3, 2021

Sunday Night Football in week 12 of the 2021 NFL season featured a divisional showdown, as the 7-3 Baltimore Ravens hosted the 6-5 Cleveland Browns. This was a crucial game for both AFC North teams, as...

Collin Sexton guards Nuggets center Nikola Jokic

Cavaliers shake off rocky start, even record at 2-2 in first week

Ishan Kulkarni, Staff Reporter October 29, 2021

After week one of the 75th NBA season, the Cleveland Cavaliers have come out of the gates with an overall 2-2 record, good for third place in the Central Division while remaining tied for eighth in the...

Browns recover from Cardinals loss despite shorthand due to injuries as they look forward to hosting the Steelers on Halloween

D’Ernest Johnson lifts Browns back into win column with narrow victory over Broncos

Gaurav Hardikar, Staff Reporter October 29, 2021

The Week 7 edition of Thursday Night Football featured a gritty nailbiter as the Cleveland Browns hosted the Denver Broncos. The Browns were severely shorthanded on offense, with quarterback Baker Mayfield...

Small forward Cedi Osman drives forward for a layup.

Cavaliers 2021-2022 Season Preview

Ishan Kulkarni, Staff Writer October 22, 2021

As October comes around, a new season of NBA basketball comes along with it. This season marks the 75th anniversary of the league and with every stadium allowing fans back in, this season is set to resume...

Injured Browns running back Kareem Hunt is escorted off the field, adding to the growing list of key players sidelined due to injury.

Injury-riddled Browns get steamrolled by undefeated Cardinals

Gaurav Hardikar, Staff Writer October 22, 2021

On Sunday Oct. 17, the Cleveland Browns continued to face one of the league’s hardest schedules head on. After losing a nail-biting 47-42 shootout on the road to the electric Los Angeles Chargers, the...

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