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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

Broncos owner explains decision to fire Nathaniel Hackett

Denver Broncos co-owner and CEO Greg Penner addressed the media on Tuesday and discussed the decision to fire head coach Nathaniel Hackett after just 15 games.

Titans QB Malik Willis having historically unproductive start to career

Malik Willis might end up being a very good quarterback for the Tennessee Titans at some point in his career, but he still has quite a ways to go before he gets there.

Several stranded Pitt players hitched ride to Sun Bowl with UTEP basketball coach

Travel has been a nightmare this holiday season for millions of people due to arctic weather and flight cancellations. Three Pitt football players found themselves in the middle of that predicament this week when an unlikely source randomly showed up to give them a lift to El Paso, Texas, to make it in time for Sun Bowl practice.

Seahawks' late-season slide could put them back in play for QB in NFL Draft

The Seattle Seahawks' second-half slide is not only hurting their chances for a surprising playoff berth, but it might also be putting them back in the quarterback discussion at the top of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Broncos fire HC Nathaniel Hackett after just 15 games

The Nathaniel Hackett era with the Denver Broncos has come to an end, and it lasted only 15 games.

Vikings' Justin Jefferson has strong case to be NFL's first WR MVP

A wide receiver has never been named Most Valuable Player in NFL history, but Justin Jefferson of the Minnesota Vikings is building a pretty good case to change that this season.

Kathy Whitworth, golf's greatest champion, dies at 83

Kathy Whitworth, professional golf's all-time wins leader, died suddenly on Christmas Eve at the age of 83. Whitworth was a giant in professional golf and one of the most dominant players ever.

Russell Wilson getting roasted by Patrick Star was only part of Broncos' Christmas nightmare

The 2022 Denver Broncos were already a massive disappointment, but what we saw on Sunday during a 51-14 drubbing at the hands of the Los Angeles Rams was an entirely new level of rock bottom. 

The Packers are not going away, keep playoff hopes alive

Do not count out the Packers just yet. They kept their slim playoff hopes alive on Sunday afternoon with a come-from-behind 26-20 win over the Dolphins.

Panthers' playoff push is one of NFL's most improbable storylines this season

The Panthers' record is only 6-9 on the season. But because the rest of the NFC South is so bad they are in a position to not only make the playoffs, but also host a playoff game if they can just win their last two games of the season at Tampa Bay and at New Orleans. 

Look: Mavericks unveil incredible Dirk Nowitzki statue

The Dallas Mavericks know how to do a statue for their franchise legend the right way. On Sunday the Mavericks unveiled an incredible 23-foot tall bronze statue of Dirk Nowitzki that features the Hall of Famer and NBA champion shooting his signature one-footed fadeaway jumper.

Watch: Patriots QB Mac Jones is developing reputation for being dirty player

We still do not know what type of player New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones is when it comes being a franchise quarterback. But he is developing quite a reputation for being another type of player.

Watch: Vikings win on 61-yard field goal from Greg Joseph

Say this for the Vikings: Their games are not boring.

Watch: Jakobi Meyers involved in another crazy touchdown, this time in the Patriots favor

With the Patriots trying to scratch and claw their way back into a big game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday, Meyers was involved in this wild play that resulted in him catching a 48-yard touchdown from Mac Jones.

NFL insider expects Jets to move on from QB Zach Wilson after this season

The Zach Wilson era with the New York Jets may be coming to an end after this season. That is the belief from FOX NFL Insider Jay Glazer, who reported on Saturday that it is expected the Jets will move on from the 2021 No. 2 overall draft pick.

Mets have concerns over Carlos Correa's physical

Just when you thought the Carlos Correa storyline had reached its conclusion, it might have yet another twist.

Sean Payton is already putting together coaching staff for potential return

Former New Orleans Saints head coach is reportedly preparing for a return to the NFL sidelines and starting to piece together a coaching staff, according to a Saturday morning report from ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Freezing temperatures crushing Steelers ticket prices for Immaculate Reception, Franco Harris celebration

Even though both teams are 6-8 and in need of miracles to make the playoffs, the game still figured to be a draw as the Steelers were set to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Immaculate Reception as well as officially retire Franco Harris' No. 32 during a ceremony.

Shohei Ohtani could become first $500M MLB player next winter

Baseball insider Jon Heyman spoke to several agents this week to try and gauge what Ohtani's next deal might look like, and there is a belief that he is poised to become the first $500 million player in MLB history.

Bad Santas: Islanders mark anniversary of the infamous 'Santa Brawl' with the real story

On Dec. 23, 2003, the New York Islanders ran a simple promotion to try and boost attendance to see their struggling team: Wear a Santa costume, get a free ticket to the game and be a part of a Santa parade on the ice during the first intermission. That seemed easy enough – until things went hilariously wrong.

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin set an NHL record in win over Senators

As Washington Capitals superstar Alex Ovechkin continues to chase down the NHL's all-time goals record, he is setting a handful of smaller records along the way.

Commanders get big lift for playoff push with Chase Young return

It has been a long road back for Washington Commanders pass rusher Chase Young, but he is set to make his 2022 season debut on Saturday against the San Francisco 49ers.

Jaguars are in prime position to take over AFC South this season and beyond

It is a sudden turnaround for a franchise that had the worst record in the league the previous two seasons and started this season 2-6 through the first eight game.

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts expected to miss Cowboys game

Hurts has missed practice all week with a right shoulder injury that made his status for Saturday's game very much in doubt. Backup Gardner Minshew is expected to get the start in Hurts' absence.

Watch: Michigan State coach Tom Izzo receives the most festive technical foul

Michigan State men's basketball coach Tom Izzo has received his fair share of technical fouls throughout his 28-year head coaching career, but he has probably never received one the way he did on Wednesday night in the Spartans' 67-54 win over the Oakland Golden Grizzlies.