Sam Westmoreland

Sam Westmoreland

Joined: Nov 19, 2024

Sam Westmoreland was a founding member of Bleacher Report's Breaking News Team, where he was a writer and editor for 14 years. In that time, he covered everything from the NBA and NFL to cricket, rugby and sailing. Prior to that, he spent a year covering Indianapolis high school sports as the chief writer and editor for the now-defunct Put Me 'N Coach.

Mar 22, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Tennessee Volunteers guard Chaz Lanier (2) celebrates after a three pointer during the second half against the UCLA Bruins in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Chaz Lanier NIL Worth: How much does Tennessee star make in endorsements?

Mar 22, 2025; Lexington, KY, USA; Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome (4) drives to the basket against Creighton Bluejays forward Jasen Green (0) during the second half in the second round to the NCAA Tournament at Rupp Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Johni Broome NIL Worth: How much does Auburn star make in endorsements?

Northwestern Wildcats head coach Chris Collins yells to players on the court Thursday, March 13, 2025, during the second round of the men's Big Ten tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Wisconsin Badgers defeated the Northwestern Wildcats, 70-63.

Northwestern extending Chris Collins' contract the right move for program on the rise

Dec 28, 2024; San Antonio, TX, USA; Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders and quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) talk with the media after the game against the Brigham Young Cougars at Alamodome. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Deion Sanders right to call out pre-draft interview criticism of Shedeur

Sep 26, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitchers Jared Jones (left) and Paul Skenes (right) look on from the dugout against the Milwaukee Brewers during the third inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Paul Skenes' 1-of-1 rookie card sells for more than Pirates star's salary

Mar 15, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) and head coach Jon Scheyer celebrate after winning the 2025 ACC Conference Championship game against the Louisville Cardinals at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

March Madness 2025: Previewing every 1st round matchup

Mar 19, 2025; Providence, RI, USA; McNeese State Cowboys head coach Will Wade answers questions during the first round practice session press conference at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

Will Wade taking North Carolina State job while McNeese is still in NCAA Tournament feels rotten

Mar 13, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) is injured in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Cooper Flagg's 'Pain free' ankle after injury will be NCAA Tournament's biggest story

Nov 23, 2024; Berkeley, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal head coach Troy Taylor reacts after calling a time out during the fourth quarter against the California Golden Bears at California Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Stanford has to fire Troy Taylor after bullying investigations

Florida guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) cuts down his piece of the net as the team celebrates their win over Tennessee after the Southeastern Conference tournament championship at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, March 16, 2025.

March Madness 2025: Picking every 1st round West Region matchup

Mar 15, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; The Houston Cougars and head coach Kelvin Sampson react after defeating the Arizona Wildcats in the Big 12 Conference Tournament Championship game at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

March Madness 2025: Picking every 1st round Midwest Region matchup

Mar 14, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) walks to the bench during the first half against the North Carolina Tar Heels at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

March Madness 2025: Picking every game in the East Region 1st round

Auburn center Dylan Cardwell (44) takes in the crowd's applause after they came back within two points of tying Tennessee during the second half of their quarterfinal game of the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 15, 2025.

March Madness 2025: Picking every game in South Region 1st round

Jan 26, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (29) against the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Championship game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Kareem Hunt returning to Chiefs doesn't solve their run game problems

Jan 5, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders (6) runs the ball against the Atlanta Falcons in the third quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Cowboys signing Miles Sanders a low-risk potential fix for run game

Iowa Hawkeyes head coach Fran McCaffery watches the action Wednesday, March 12, 2025, in a first round game at the 2025 TIAA Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament between the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Ohio State Buckeyes at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Fran McCaffrey's Iowa tenure the definition of unfulfilled potential