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Adam Gretz

Adam Gretz is a freelance writer based in Pittsburgh. He covers the NHL, NFL, MLB and NBA. Baseball is his favorite sport -- he is nearly halfway through his goal of seeing a game in every MLB ballpark. Catch him on Twitter @AGretz

Bengals-Bills game postponed after Damar Hamlin taken to hospital in critical condition

With just under six minutes to play in the first quarter, Hamlin was involved in a tackle where he was hit in the chest. After standing up, he immediately collapsed on the field. 

Watch: Utah punter gets called out by announcers for embellishing hit

With his team needing a spark and needing to retain possession of the ball, Utah punter Jack Bouwmeester was trying to draw a penalty in the second half of Monday's Rose Bowl game and it did not work.

Teddy Bridgewater injured his hand in Dolphins loss

The Miami Dolphins were already playing without starting quarterback Tua Tagovailoa on Sunday, and then lost backup Teddy Bridgewater in their 23-21 loss to the New England Patriots.

Ron Rivera did not seem to know Commanders could be eliminated on Sunday

The Commanders head coach did not seem to understand the stakes for his team on Sunday.

Eagles loss leaves door open for Cowboys in NFC East

The NFC East title, and the No. 1 seed in the NFC, is suddenly in some serious doubt for the Eagles. 

Watch: Giants' Kayvon Thibodeaux does snow angel celebration next to injured QB

New York Giants rookie Kayvon Thibodeaux had a poorly timed sack celebration in the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts.

Say hello to Major Tuddy, the Washington Commanders new hog mascot

The Washington Commanders introduced their new mascot on Sunday, and its name is Major Tuddy. 

Watch: Michigan's Roman Wilson scores incredible helicopter touchdown

The Michigan Wolverines looked like they were in danger of letting the Fiesta Bowl slip away from them late in the third quarter until a couple of quick touchdowns brought them to within three points of TCU.

Watch: Michigan has nightmare start to CFP with failed trick play; pick-six

Things could not have gone much worse for the No. 2 Wolverines (13-0) to open Saturday's College Football Playoff semifinal game against No. 3 TCU (12-1). 

Patriots QB Mac Jones fined for two separate incidents against Bengals

Jones has developed a nasty reputation for being a dirty player, which is not something you typically hear about a quarterback. His wallet is a bit lighter because of it.

NFL to tie record for most starting quarterbacks in season

When David Blough starts at quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, he will be the 64th different quarterback to start an NFL game this season.

BYU OL Sione Veikoso dies in construction accident

BYU offensive lineman Sione Veikoso was killed in a construction accident in his hometown of Kailua, Hawaii.

QB Lamar Jackson missing another game should concern Ravens

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said on Friday that is a "fair assumption" Tyler Huntley will get another start at quarterback on Sunday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers. 

TCU players will wear Mike Leach pirate stickers during CFP semifinal game

TCU football players will wear special Mike Leach themed Pirate stickers on their helmets during Saturday's College Football Playoff semifinal game against Michigan.

Analyst makes wild MVP argument for Giants QB Daniel Jones

There are quite a few deserving MVP candidates around the NFL this season.

Titans QB decision for must-win Week 18 game should be easy for Mike Vrabel

Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel has declined to name a starting quarterback for his team's must-win Week 18 game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, but the answer should be obvious.

How Pele capped an epic career by playing for two teams in one game

Soccer legend Pele, who passed away at age 82 on Thursday, capped his career in a unique way that was befitting of his epic time on the pitch.

Titans expected to start Joshua Dobbs at QB just eight days after signing him

Originally a fourth-round draft pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2017, Dobbs has never started an NFL regular season game.

Latest round of mock drafts have Colts taking quarterback, but which one is up for debate

Entering Week 17, the Colts are positioned for the No. 5 overall pick in the 2023 draft.

Titans seem to be treating Thursday's game like a preseason game

The Tennessee Titans' game against the Dallas Cowboys on Thursday night is, for all intents and purposes, meaningless to them.  Head coach Mike Vrabel seems to be aware of that fact and is handling his lineup decisions with all of that in mind.

Peyton Manning has no interest in coaching, even with Broncos opening

Do not expect to see Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning roaming the sidelines as a head coach anytime soon.

NFL dominates Christmas TV ratings even with uninspiring matchups

The NFL is still the undisputed king in the American sports landscape, and Christmas Day just proved that a little bit more.

Watch: Red Wings' Jake Walman brings the Griddy to the NHL

The Detroit Red Wings pulled off a stunning comeback against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Wednesday night, erasing a 4-0 lead to earn a 5-4 overtime win on Jake Walman's goal.

Steelers fans respectfully tailgate outside Franco Harris viewing

The Pittsburgh Steelers held a public viewing at Acrisure Stadium for Franco Harris on Tuesday, and a small group of Steelers fans paid respects in the most fitting way possible.

Looking back at the year J.J. Watt scored five touchdowns as a defensive lineman

J.J. Watt announced on Tuesday that he is retiring from the NFL following the 2022 season, ending one of the most dominant careers of the modern era. He also was a surprising TD machine for a D-lineman.