Blake Silverman

Joined: Nov 7, 2024

Blake Silverman is a contributor to the Breaking and Trending News team at Sports Illustrated. Before joining SI in November 2024, he covered the WNBA, NBA, G League and college basketball for numerous sites, including Winsidr, SB Nation's Detroit Bad Boys and A10Talk. He graduated from Michigan State University before receiving a master's in sports journalism from St. Bonaventure University. Outside of work, he's probably binging the latest Netflix documentary, at a yoga studio or enjoying everything Detroit sports. A lifelong Michigander, he lives in suburban Detroit with his wife, young son and their personal petting zoo of two cats and a dog.

Jared Greenberg hands Greg Anthony's Jacket to Shedeur Sanders

NBA

A Confused Shedeur Sanders Accepted TNT Broadcaster's Jacket After Deion's Request

Oklahoma City Thunder players mess with their sideline reporter, Nick Gallo.

NBA

OKC Thunder Reporter Keeps It Professional As Players Prank Him in Postgame Interview

Dallas Cowboys owner Jones talks to the media before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at AT&T Stadium.

NFL

Several Top Cowboys' Coaching Candidates Haven't Received a Call From Jerry Jones Yet

WNBA

Unrivaled Announcers: Full List of TNT Broadcasters for New Women's League

Detroit Lions running back Montgomery watches warm up before the game between Detroit Lions and Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field.

NFL

Lions Receive Encouraging David Montgomery Injury Update Ahead of Divisional Round

Montgomery was listed as a full participant at Lions' practice Tuesday.

Detroit Lions wide receiver St. Brown and running back Gibbs sit court side during the game between the Detroit Pistons and the Golden State Warriors at Little Caesars Arena.

NFL

Amon-Ra St. Brown Had Kind Gesture for Michigan Bakery That Made Life-Size Cake of Him

A life-size cake of St. Brown's upside down touchdown celebration popped up at a Detroit-area bakery last week

Atlanta Falcons defensive end Jarrett reacts with defensive end Harris after a fourth down stop against the Dallas Cowboys during the second half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

NFL

Falcons Fire Defensive Coordinator Jimmy Lake As Raheem Morris Reworks Staff

Atlanta decided to part ways with defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake and defensive line coach Jay Rodgers.

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman (2) in action during a game between the Texas Rangers and the Houston Astros at Globe Life Field.

MLB

Alex Cora Offers Glowing Review of Alex Bregman Amid Red Sox Free Agency Rumors

The Red Sox manager envisions a plan for Alex Bregman should he choose to sign with Boston.

Denver Nuggets guard Westbrook and center Jokic during the third quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at Ball Arena.

NBA

Nikola Jokić, Russell Westbrook Make Unique NBA History As Nuggets Teammates

Jokić and Westbrook became the first pair of teammates to record a triple-double in the same game twice in a single season.

Suns guard Beal against the Atlanta Hawks at Footprint Center.

NBA

Bradley Beal Spends More Time Tying His Shoes Than Anyone in NBA, Niche Stat Shows

Advanced stats have come a long way.

Former Seahawks head coach Carroll stands on the sideline before a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium.

NFL

NFL Insider Names Surprise Candidate to Watch for Raiders' Coaching Vacancy

Pete Carroll is set to interview with the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday.

College Football

Ryan Day Explains How Loss to Michigan Helped Spark Team’s Playoff Run

After a win over the Texas Longhorns to advance to the national championship game, Day recalled the adversity his Ohio State team has faced.

Texas Longhorns quarterback Manning carries the ball for a first down in the second quarter as the Texas Longhorns play the Ohio State Buckeyes in the Cotton Bowl College Football Playoff semi-final at AT&T Stadium

College Football

Kirk Herbstreit Surprised Texas Didn't Use Arch Manning 'Wrinkle' on Crucial Play

Astros third baseman Bregman celebrates after hitting a home run during the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Minute Maid Park.

MLB

MLB Insider Names Alex Bregman's Two Most Likely Landing Spots

Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders and quarterback Shedeur Sanders talk with the media after their game against the Brigham Young Cougars in the Alamo Bowl.

College Football

Deion Sanders Explains the 'Only Way' He'd Consider Coaching in the NFL

Texas Longhorns head coach Sarkisian during the first half of the Peach Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.