Stephen A. Smith: Dave Portnoy ‘ain’t demanding sh*t from me’

The New England Patriots are facing uncertainty regarding the availability of star cornerback Christian Gonzalez, who is currently in the NFL's concussion protocol after sustaining a head injury during the AFC Wild Card game. Despite this, Gonzalez has been participating in practice as the team prepares for their upcoming AFC Divisional Round matchup against the Houston Texans at Gillette Stadium.

Bryson DeChambeau has officially become the first athlete partner of Kalshi, a prediction market platform, marking a significant endorsement for the company as it seeks to establish itself in the sports betting landscape. This partnership is seen as a pivotal moment for Kalshi, which has faced scrutiny and legal challenges regarding its operations.

Stephen A. Smith publicly criticized Rich Paul during a recent episode of First Take, responding to Paul's suggestion that the Los Angeles Lakers should trade guard Austin Reaves for Jaren Jackson Jr. Smith highlighted the implications of such comments given Paul's influential role in the NBA.

The Los Angeles Chargers expressed disappointment following their playoff loss to the New England Patriots, highlighting their struggles to meet expectations and the desire to secure a win for quarterback Justin Herbert. Players voiced their frustrations, emphasizing the importance of supporting Herbert, who has faced significant challenges this season.