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NEIU Independent

Northeastern Illinois University's student-run newspaper

NEIU Independent

Northeastern Illinois University's student-run newspaper

NEIU Independent

Greatest matches in Wrestlemania history - Part Three

Greatest matches in Wrestlemania history – Part Three

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief March 10, 2020

From Hulk Hogan’s groundshaking body slam to Seth Rollins’ infamous Money in the Bank cash-in, iconic moments and legendary contests helped morph Wrestlemania into the must-see, nostalgia-driven spectacle...

The argument for eliminating the NBA’s conference playoffs

Austin Dykstra, Writer March 10, 2020

The NBA does not shy away from change. Viewed as the most progressive league among the four major sports, the NBA made considerable changes to the game, including alterations to the All-Star game format,...

REPORT: Bears 'most logical fit' for embattled quarterback

REPORT: Bears ‘most logical fit’ for embattled quarterback

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief March 7, 2020

With only 10 days left before NFL teams begin legally courting free agents, rumors are running rampant. While potential interests are still mired in the speculation stages, Matt Harmon of Yahoo! Sports...

BREAKING: Joakim Noah signs with title contender

BREAKING: Joakim Noah signs with title contender

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief March 6, 2020

The Los Angeles Clippers and free-agent center Joakim Noah have reportedly agreed to a 10-day contract, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Noah, who last appeared with the Memphis Grizzlies during...

WATCH: Patrick Kane scores picture perfect goal for 30th of season

WATCH: Patrick Kane scores picture perfect goal for 30th of season

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief March 5, 2020

Chicago Blackhawks' right winger reached the 30-goal threshold for the fourth time in the past five seasons with his first period goal against the Edmonton Oilers. With 5:26 remaining in the first period,...

NBA ball royaltyfree

Luka Doncic, Jayson Tatum and the NBA’s next wave.

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief March 3, 2020

The NBA is is good hands. It's been a long-time since a faction of young basketball stars collectively penetrated the upper echelon of the NBA. With the stars of the mid-2000s departing for greener...

AL Central predictions: Sox rise, Tigers stay dormant

AL Central predictions: Sox rise, Tigers stay dormant

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief February 27, 2020

With Spring Training underway, it's time to predict which teams will emerge as viable contenders and which teams will take residence at the bottom of the standings. The American League (AL) Central appears...

WWE Super Showdown: Grades, Highlights and Analysis

WWE Super Showdown: Grades, Highlights and Analysis

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief February 27, 2020

Tuwaiq Trophy Gauntlet Match;  Rey Mysterio vs. R-Truth vs. AJ Styles vs. Andrade vs. Erick Rowan vs. Bobby Lashley Highlights R-Truth channels John Cena for the Five-Knuckle Shuffle R-Truth...

The dire state of Chicago sports

The dire state of Chicago sports

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief February 25, 2020

The year is 2004. George Bush is the President of the United States of America; Alicia Keys’ “If I Ain’t Got You” wins Billboard’s Song of the Year award; Mark Zuckerberg launches Facebook from...

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Black Athlete Spotlight: The legend of Willie O’Ree

Earnest Beeson, Writer February 25, 2020

Losing your right eye is a small price to pay to become a legend. Harry and Rosebud O’Ree gave birth to William Eldon “Willie” O’Ree, in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada on Oct.15, 1935. While...

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Bulls fans chant ‘Fire GarPax’ on national television

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief February 25, 2020

Bulls fans chanted “Fire GarPax” on national television on the first day of the NBA All-Star weekend, a scathing rebuke against the efforts of Chicago Bulls’ Vice President of Basketball Operations...

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Bears reportedly interested in Carr

Matthew Rago, Editor-in-Chief February 25, 2020

A Thursday morning tweet by Las Vegas Raiders Derek Carr set off a social media firestorm. The photo, which shows Carr embracing current Chicago Bears and former Raiders’ outside linebacker Khalil...

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