Frankie Cartoscelli

Author Name: Franklin Cartoscelli Bio: Franklin 'Frankie' Cartoscelli is Sactown Sports 1140's Lead Editor, Sacramento Kings beat writer and co-host of the Return of the Roar podcast. Professional Background: Worked in professional sports since 2017, including stops with the Sacramento Kings and Sacramento Republic FC. Career Milestones: Covering Kings basketball, Major League Baseball, NBA Summer League, NBA All-Star Games, and the NBA Playoffs. Areas of Expertise: On-air contributions, long and short-form stories for the website, reporting stories and breaking news, running social media for Sactown Sports 1140. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklin-cartoscelli-175063158 Twitter/X: @FCartoscelli3

NBA | Oct 8, 2026
Has Scott Perry’s next free agent target been revealed?

Cason Wallace could draw offers above $30 million annually if he reaches restricted free agency. Could Scott Perry & the Kings pursue the guard?
NFL | Oct 8, 2026
Kyle Shanahan praises Deebo Samuel ahead of 49ers-Seahawks showdown

Kyle Shanahan breaks down the 49ers’ matchup with Seattle, Brock Purdy’s pressure avoidance, Deebo Samuel’s expanded role and Seattle's D.
NFL | Oct 8, 2026
Sando: 49ers’ sack-free start shows Brock Purdy’s growth

The Athletic’s Mike Sando breaks down the 49ers’ 4-0 start, Brock Purdy’s sack-free streak, Kyle Juszczyk’s impact and much more
NFL | Oct 8, 2026
49ers take unblemished record on road vs. Seahawks

While the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams battled in the NFC Championship Game last season, the San Francisco 49ers have been the best team in the NFC West so far this season.
NCAA | Oct 7, 2026
Tim Plough breaks down UC Davis’ explosive win, BYE week priorities

UC Davis head coach Tim Plough breaks down the Aggies’ 49-38 win over Eastern Washington and the team’s bye-week priorities.
NFL | Oct 7, 2026
49ers-Seahawks: ESPN insider explains why SF must run the ball

ESPN’s Nick Wagoner breaks down the 49ers’ win over Denver and explains why running the ball could be crucial against the Seahawks.
NBA | Oct 7, 2026
Has Keegan Murray reached his NBA ceiling?

Kenny Caraway shares a realistic view of Keegan Murray’s scoring role, his 3-point shooting, Darius Acuff’s preseason debut & much more.
NFL | Oct 7, 2026
NFL rescinds Kyle Juszczyk’s ‘chugging’ fine

The NFL rescinded the $14,296 fine it imposed on San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk after mistakenly interpreting his celebration gesture.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Oct 6, 2026
Raiders’ 3-1 start shows a team ahead of schedule

Sam Warren breaks down Kirk Cousins’ strong start, Fernando Mendoza’s mentorship, the Raiders’ run-game struggles & their deadline approach.
NBA | Oct 6, 2026
Carmichael Dave: Nique Clifford could be an under-the-radar Kings breakout

Nique Clifford impressed with 23 points and nine rebounds in the Kings' preseason opener, strengthening his case for a bigger role in Year 2.
NBA | Oct 6, 2026
Sacramento has familiar concerns after Preseason opener

Matt George breaks down the Sacramento Kings' preseason loss to the Lakers, including Darius Acuff's debut, defensive struggles & key takeaways.
NBA | Oct 6, 2026
Darius Acuff Jr. has clear takeaway after Kings’ preseason debut

Darius Acuff Jr. discusses his 19-point preseason debut, the Kings' loss to the Lakers, defensive struggles & what he learned in Monday's action.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 5, 2026
Acuff impresses in preseason debut, but Lakers steamroll Kings

Darius Acuff Jr. put on a show in his preseason debut, but the Sacramento Kings lost big to the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night at G1C.
NFL | Oct 5, 2026
Kyle Shanahan 49ers injury updates ahead of Seahawks showdown

Kyle Shanahan provided several 49ers injury updates and looked ahead to Sunday's NFC West matchup against the Seattle Seahawks.
NFL | Oct 5, 2026
Barrows: Behind the 49ers’ 4-0 start to the season

The Athletic’s Matt Barrows breaks down the 49ers’ 4-0 start, George Kittle’s big touchdown, Brock Purdy’s playmaking & much more.
NFL | Oct 5, 2026
Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet won’t play vs. 49ers

Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet will get work in team drills during practice this week but won't play Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.
NFL | Oct 5, 2026
Report: 49ers’ Kyle Juszczyk (knee) could miss ‘couple’ weeks

San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk could miss "a couple of weeks" after hyperextending his knee in Sunday's win against the Denver Broncos, ESPN reported Monday.
NFL | Oct 5, 2026
George Kittle looks like himself again in 49ers’ Week 4 win

George Kittle caught four passes for 70 yards and a touchdown as the 49ers improved to 4-0 with a 24-14 win over the Broncos.
NBA | Oct 2, 2026
Jerry Reynolds: Why the Sacramento Kings could outperform low win projections

Jerry Reynolds breaks down Sacramento Kings training camp, Ben Simmons, Maxime Raynaud, Nique Clifford & why he expects them to surprise.
NFL | Oct 1, 2026
49ers promote veteran WR Brandin Cooks to active roster

The 49ers promoted veteran WR Brandin Cooks to the active roster, signed Malik Turner to the practice squad and released KhaDarel Hodge.
NBA | Oct 1, 2026
Doug Christie: Nothing I read about Ben Simmons was true

Doug Christie praised Ben Simmons after Day 3 of Kings training camp, highlighting his leadership, competitiveness and return to the NBA after a year away.
NFL | Oct 1, 2026
Mark Schlereth: What the 49ers must do to beat Denver

Mark Schlereth previews 49ers-Broncos, breaking down San Francisco’s run game, Brock Purdy, Trent Williams and Denver’s early-game struggles.
NFL | Sep 30, 2026
ESPN’s Nick Wagoner: Brock Purdy is playing at an MVP level

ESPN’s Nick Wagoner breaks down Brock Purdy’s MVP-level start, the 49ers’ 3-0 record and what to expect against the Broncos in Week 4.
NCAA | Sep 30, 2026
UC Davis HC Tim Plough expects the Aggies to bounce back

UC Davis head coach Tim Plough discusses taking accountability after the Montana loss and looks ahead to facing Eastern Washington.