The case for LeBron James as MVP continues to grow. The Lakers defeated the Clippers and the Bucks in back-to-back games, and James was stellar in both performances, taking the challenge of guarding Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kawhi Leonard while dominating on the offensive end as well. SI’s Chris Mannix takes a look at the MVP race and believes although Giannis is still in the lead, LeBron is catching up.
The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to cut quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo on Wednesday, according to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini. The reported move comes just hours after the franchise agreed to sign Gardner Minshew to a two-year deal and days after after the team released signal-caller Brian Hoyer.
The Minnesota Vikings will sign running back Aaron Jones after the Green Bay Packers released the veteran on Monday, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported Tuesday morning. The deal will be for one year and $7 million, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Free agent running back Derrick Henry has agreed to sign a two-year contract worth $16 million with the Baltimore Ravens, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Cleveland Browns are reportedly adding Jameis Winston to the team, providing depth behind Deshaun Watson after his injury-plagued season.
