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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

Baffling non-fumble call in Eagles-Giants will be another dagger for tush push

The NFL and several of its teams have been trying to get the Eagles' tush push play banned for a couple of years now.

Houston forces way into CFP contention with big win at Arizona State

If you have been sleeping on the Houston Cougars this season, it's time to wake up.

Texas QB Arch Manning's best game of season ends with injury

Saturday's 45-38 overtime win against Mississippi State might have been a turning point game in the season for the Texas Longhorns and their embattled quarterback, Arch Manning. But even that came with something of a dark cloud. 

Missouri's loss to Vanderbilt even more costly with Beau Pribula injury

One of the biggest games of the day in college football was in Nashville, where the No. 10 Vanderbilt Commodores narrowly edged the No. 15 Missouri Tigers, 17-10, thanks to a Diego Pavia touchdown with just under two minutes to play in the fourth quarter. 

Thanks, but no thanks: Titans, other NFL teams should reject Steve Sarkisian

Learn from recent history. Avoid Steve Sarkisian. 

Ravens rule out Lamar Jackson, play dangerous game with injury report

There is a good chance the NFL disciplines the Ravens in some way.

Blue Jays' Addison Barger accomplishes World Series first in Game 1

Toronto Blue Jays utility man Addison Barger entered Game 1 of the World Series on Friday night with 28 home runs in his career. None of them compared to the home run he hit in the bottom of the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers. 

Capitals' Alex Ovechkin one goal away from previously unimaginable milestone

The Washington Capitals were 5-1 winners over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday night, with Alex Ovechkin contributing one of the goals.

Bears HC Ben Johnson doesn't want to hear rebuilding talk

It would be understandable if your expectations for the 2025 Chicago Bears were low when the season began.

Vikings' quarterback gamble is looking like a major flop 

They have to be having some major regrets this season given those developments, and especially after watching Thursday's dreadful performance in a 37-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.

'TNF' takeaways: Justin Herbert dominates just when Chargers needed it 

It was an impressive showing by both quarterback Justin Herbert and the Chargers defense.

Rangers off to historically bad start at home after ugly loss to Sharks

With Thursday's loss, the Rangers are now winless through their first five home games.

Hurricanes, Avalanche insult former fans with throwback jerseys

The Carolina Hurricanes and Colorado Avalanche played on Thursday night and decided to break out some of the most popular throwback uniforms in the NHL.

NFL rookie report cards 2025: Grading every team’s draft class after seven weeks

With seven weeks of the season in the books, Yardbarker NFL writers graded every NFL team’s rookie class based on production, efficiency and long-term promise.

Panthers' Brad Marchand makes big impact in return to Boston

Marchand finally made his first appearance back in Boston while wearing a visiting sweater. 

Raiders inform Maxx Crosby of their future plans for him

The Raiders are clearly one of the worst teams in the NFL so far, and that is going to make them a potential seller ahead of the trade deadline.

Seahawks have done masterful job handling QB situation in recent years

Sometimes the key to success is just having good timing. The Seattle Seahawks have had good timing in recent years when it comes to knowing when to make a change at quarterback.

Jets' biggest problem remains owner Woody Johnson

New York Jets owner Woody Johnson made some headlines on Tuesday by offering some support for head coach Aaron Glenn, while also throwing his team's quarterback under the team bus for their 0-7 start. 

NFL Week 7 winners, losers: Chiefs, Eagles shine; Mike McDaniel's seat scorching

With most of the NFL's Week 7 schedule in the books, it is time to take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers from around the league.

Giants ruin positive vibes with historic fourth-quarter meltdown 

Things were really starting to look up for the New York Giants... until they collapsed against the Denver Broncos.

Vanderbilt reaches its highest AP poll ranking in 78 years

The Vanderbilt Commodores are in uncharted territory for their football program. After Saturday's win over previously No. 10-ranked LSU, the Commodores not only showed they are legitimate SEC contenders, but they are also now a top-10 team in the entire country. 

Chiefs prove they are still team to beat in AFC

Ignore the standings as of Sunday. Ignore the way the Kansas City Chiefs stumbled out of the gate to start the 2025 season. Put it all in a box, bury it and then forget about it.

HC Aaron Glenn looks like he should be one-and-done with Jets

The New York Jets were hopeful that Aaron Glenn could be the head coach to finally solve their perpetual revolving door on the sidelines.

Maple Leafs already facing pressure as starting goalie rips teammates

There is not a team in the NHL under more pressure every year than the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Coaching change didn't fix Penn State's problems in loss to Iowa

Penn State may have needed to move on from former head coach James Franklin, but as the team showed on Saturday night in a 25-24 loss to Iowa, that alone is not going to fix where the program is right now.