Isaiah Roby is the latest area basketball player to make it to the NBA. The former Dixon standout, who went on to star at Nebraska, was the 45th pick in last week's draft, where he will now play for the Dallas Mavericks.

Dan Clasgens of Sirius XM and Pro Football Focus gives his fantasy football tips as teams close in on championship week.

Former Northern Illinois University great Thomas Hammock has returned to his alma mater to take over as the new head football coach. Here are his introductory remarks at his opening press conference.