Kyle Koster

Kyle Koster

Kyle Koster is an assistant managing editor at Sports Illustrated covering the intersection of sports and media. He was formerly the editor in chief of The Big Lead, where he worked from 2011 to '24. Koster also did turns at the Chicago Sun-Times, where he created the Sports Pros(e) blog, and at Woven Digital.

Cam Newton on the Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback situation.
NFL

Cam Newton: Pittsburgh Steelers Should Move on From Russell Wilson

Newton would like to see Justin Fields's ceiling.

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Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) is sacked by Seattle Seahawks defensive back Rayshawn Jenkins (2) during the fourth quarter at Soldier Field.
NFL

Chicago Radio Hosts Agree Bears are a Disgrace, National Punchline

The Bears have lost 10 in a row and seem completely lost.

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Rutgers lines up for a tush push trick play.
College Football

Rutgers Introduces World to the Fake Tush Push Play in Wild Bowl Game

Bowl season is the time for trick plays.

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New York Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres (25) celebrates after hitting a three-run home run during the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers in game four of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium.
MLB

Detroit Tigers Add Gleyber Torres to Already Crowded Infield

The Detroit Tigers have added another infield piece to their rotation as Jon Heyman reports Gleyber Torres has reached an agreement with the team.

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Tariq Woolen celebrates with loved ones after game-sealing interception.
NFL

Seahawks' Tariq Woolen Shares Sweet Moment With Family After Game-Sealing Pick

Woolen's late interception kept Seattle's playoff hopes alive.

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Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry (22) and quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) smile after the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.
NFL

Andrew Hawkins Explains How Lamar Jackson Can Soon Become a First-Ballot Hall of Famer

Jackson starred in the Ravens' Christmas night victory.

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Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) is sacked by Baltimore Ravens linebacker Chris Board (49)  in the second half at NRG Stadium.
NFL

C.J. Stroud Has Understanding Message for Texans Fans Who Booed Him

Stroud had a miserable Christmas night against the Baltimore Ravens.

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Nov 13, 2016; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Fox Sports sideline Reporter Peter Schrager on the sidelines during a NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium.
Sports Illustrated Media Podcast

2024 Year in Review w/ Andrew Perloff & Peter Schrager

Episode 529 of "Sl Media with Jimmy Traina" is the fifth annual year-in-review extravaganza roundtable.

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Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens (14) runs after a catch as Kansas City Chiefs safety Justin Reid (20) defends during the fourth quarter  at Acrisure Stadium.
NFL

Terrell Owens Blasts George Pickens for Steelers Woes as Losses Mount

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Musician Beyonce preforms during the half time show between the Baltimore Ravens and the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium.
Media

Netflix Just Ushered in the Future By Acing Its Big Christmas Day Test

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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) is shown during Gang GreenÕs 19-9 loss against the Los Angeles Rams.
NFL

Shannon Sharpe Wants to Know Who Is Allowed to Critique Aaron Rodgers

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Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Joshua Williams (2) celebrates with linebacker Drue Tranquill (23) after a sack against the Houston Texans during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
Media

Nick Wright: Chiefs are 'Far and Away' the Best NFL Team, Have Fewest Questions

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