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Kyle Williams

@kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social

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Current: Sun-Times sports writer /The Full Go pod (Ringer)/Medill alum/ RFA/SNL enthusiast Past: @nandosports/@WatchMarquee / NABJ/ [email protected]

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Kyle Williams @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social · Dec 31

I'm not going to do a long 2024 post, but I'll share some of my favorite stories.

After a strong end to the season, Ayo Dosunmu entered the offseason eager to improve. He planned to elevate by mastering the fundamentals.

chicago.suntimes.com/bulls/2024/1...

https://chicago.suntimes.com/bulls/2024/10/04/bulls-guard-ayo-dosunmu-ready-to-elevate-in-fourth-season

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Kyle Williams @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social · 1d

This was so much fun to read

Howard Beck @howardbeck.bsky.social · 3d

Every dynasty starts with a missed train. For the Ringer's quarter-century project, I explored some of the biggest sliding-doors moments of the 21st century. (h/t Gwyneth Paltrow)

NBA Sliding Doors: The What-Ifs That Changed Everything

Forget Oden vs. Durant or ‘The Decision’—these five forgotten twists altered the course of the league forever

www.theringer.com

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Joel D. Anderson @joelanderson.bsky.social · 1d

What do Arch Manning’s struggles this season tell us about him as a player—and the system that hailed him as the Next Big Thing? I talked to some folks and wrote about it. www.theringer.com/2025/10/09/c...

The Arch Manning Experience vs. the Arch Manning–Industrial Complex

What do Manning’s struggles this season tell us about him as a player—and the system that hailed him as the next big thing?

www.theringer.com

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Kyle Williams @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social · 1d

“He’s become the guy in the lineup that everybody’s thinking about.”

Cubs first baseman Michael Busch is making his impact felt on the postseason stage.

chicago.suntimes.com/cubs/2025/10...

'He's come into his own': Michael Busch sets the tone as Cubs force Game 4

The Cubs' offense scored four runs for the first time in the playoffs in their Game 3 victory.

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James L. Edwards III @jledwardsiii.bsky.social · 2d

League Sources: The Knicks have hired Peter Patton as a shooting coach. He’s been the director of player development in Chicago and a shooting coach for Minnesota and Dallas.

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The News & Observer @newsobserver.com · 7d

The three-time Grammy Award winner is the third artist to perform at UNC’s pregame concert series during the football season.

Why is Ludacris performing at UNC Saturday? What you need to know before you go

The three-time Grammy Award winner is the third artist to perform at UNC’s pregame concert series during the football season.

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Nina Metz @ninametz.bsky.social · 10d

Column: Hollywood is in a state of confusion, no more so than with the Glen Powell sports comedy ‘Chad Powers’

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Column: Hollywood is in a state of confusion, no more so than with the Glen Powell sports comedy ‘Chad Powers’

A sports comedy without any jokes, the Hulu series is based on an Eli Manning bit that wasn’t funny to begin with.

www.chicagotribune.com

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JP Acosta @acosta32jp.bsky.social · 16d

New, from me: wrote about Marvin Harrison Jr and Brian Thomas Jr, their struggles and how they can get back on track www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/sop...

Sophomore slump or worse? What's going on with Jaguars' Brian Thomas Jr. and Cardinals' Marvin Harrison Jr.?

Both promising second-year receivers are struggling to produce. We break down why, and if it can be fixed

www.cbssports.com

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Steve Jones @stevejones20.bsky.social · 14d

What a pass from Chelsea Gray to Jackie Young

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Big Dave @bigdavechgo.bsky.social · 14d

🚨FRESH & NEW CHGO Wrestling🚨

⭐ @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social joins the show
😡 Wrestlepalooza & All Out Recap
👑 We play @dlls-mavs.bsky.social own Kevin Gray Jr.'s interview with Stephanie Vaquer
🤔 Is Triple H ruining John Cena's final run?
📝 PWI Top 500 Wrestlers list
www.youtube.com/live/a6Vy9UO...

John Cena's Retirement Tour was RUINED by WWE | CHGO Wrestling Podcast

YouTube video by CHGO Sports

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Greg Boysen @gregboysen.bsky.social · 15d

Brand new CHGO Wrestling for you with @bigdavechgo.bsky.social @seanwanderson.bsky.social and @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social!

www.youtube.com/live/a6Vy9UO...

John Cena's Retirement Tour was RUINED by WWE | CHGO Wrestling Podcast

YouTube video by CHGO Sports

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Mark Lazerus @marklazerus.bsky.social · 15d

The Golden Knights asked me to leave their practice facility and revoked my credential because I asked one of their players about the Hockey Canada 5.

Their sensitivity underscores the dicey nature of the decision VGK and Carolina are facing.

My story:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/665...

As Hockey Canada players’ NHL return nears, how will they be embraced by their new teams?

The players carry significant baggage, and signing them could come at a cost for teams that goes beyond finances.

www.nytimes.com

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Dan Devine @yourmandevine.bsky.social · 17d

"We’ve got to be willing to adapt and be willing to change ... If you want to win, you’ll do it. It’s that simple."

At Y! Sports: Went to Westchester for Knicks media day, and wrote about the weight of expectations, the tricky task of speed-running evolution, and fine lines: yhoo.it/4pDymc0

'Whatever it takes': Knicks know expectations are higher than ever, but will they embrace change?

New York begins training camp with title aspirations and a new coach.

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Joel D. Anderson @joelanderson.bsky.social · 21d

Lock in with me, Tate and Van at 7 pm ET Saturday for our live reactions to Auburn-Oklahoma, Michigan-Nebraska, Texas Tech-Utah and so much more.

Also make sure to subscribe and like and leave a nice review (if the spirit moves you, ofc) for the Ringer Tailgate.

CFB Week 4 LIVE Reactions to Auburn vs. Oklahoma, Michigan vs. Nebraska and More! | Ringer Tailgate

YouTube video by Ringer Tailgate

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Kevin Pelton @kpelton.bsky.social · 22d

Joined @seeratsohi.bsky.social on the Ringer WNBA Show to discuss what we saw in the four Game 2s the last two nights and look ahead to three deciding games on tap tonight and tomorrow: www.theringer.com/podcasts/the...

Lynx Edge Out Valkyries, Fever Shut Down the Dream, Storm Come Back in Seattle, and More! - The Ringer

Seerat is joined by Kevin Pelton of ESPN to discuss the massive games that came down to the wire this week as the WNBA playoffs are underway! They begin with Minnesota, who just came out on top agains...

www.theringer.com

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Kyle Williams @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social · 23d

It’s scary how easily government is using its power to censor opposing viewpoints.

Kyle Williams @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social · 24d

Doing a coach interview during play in the playoffs seems suboptimal

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Nina Metz @ninametz.bsky.social · 25d

Column: If the Emmys can’t muster excitement for television, why should anyone else?

Seriously, what are we doing here?

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Column: If the Emmys can’t muster excitement for television, why should anyone else?

The 2025 Emmys were a reflection of an entertainment industry that doesn’t know whether it’s coming or going.

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Kyle Williams @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social · 26d

That Bears loss looks so much worse

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Emily Leiker @emleiker.bsky.social · 26d

J.J. McCarthy’s first regular season introduction at U.S. Bank Stadium. He was second-to-last announced out of the tunnel. Justin Jefferson was the final player in the lineup.

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Nina Metz @ninametz.bsky.social · 28d

Hollywood used to be run by young hotshot power brokers. Not anymore

Sunday's Emmys could make history if some of the oldest nominees are winners

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Hollywood used to be run by young hotshot power brokers. Not anymore.

The Emmys this year could make history if some of the oldest nominees are winners

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Chicago Tribune Sports @chicagosports.bsky.social · Sep 10

Anthony Rizzo will retire as a Chicago Cub and join the organization as a team ambassador.

"Rizz was everybody's go-to guy — on the field, in the clubhouse and in the community — and he never let us down," Theo Epstein told @pwsullivan.bsky.social.

Column: Anthony Rizzo — ‘everybody’s go-to guy’ — returns to the Chicago Cubs family

Anthony Rizzo, one of the stars of the 2016 championship team, will retire as a Chicago Cub.

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Kyle Williams @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social · Sep 10

Thank you!

Kyle Williams @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social · Sep 10

Thank you!

Kyle Williams @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social · Sep 10

Thank you!

Kyle Williams @kwilliamsmedia.bsky.social · Sep 10

I really turn 26 today. That’s crazy