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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

Saints QB Jameis Winston reportedly playing with four fractures in back

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston is reportedly playing Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with four fractures in his back, according to a repot from Fox Sports' Jay Glazer.

NFL insider Sal Paolantonio says Steelers HC Mike Tomlin is first-ballot Hall of Famer

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has his flaws and his share of critics, both in Pittsburgh and around the league. But there is also no denying how impressive his overall head coaching resume is, and one prominent NFL insider (and Hall of Fame voter) believes it is good enough to make him a first ballot Hall of Famer.

Steelers, Heinz reach sponsorship agreement to keep ketchup graphic at Acrisure Stadium

When the Pittsburgh Steelers changed the name of their stadium from Heinz Field to Acrisure Stadium prior to the 2022 season, it ruffled a lot of feathers of people in Pittsburgh.

NHL looking at ways to incorporate alligators into All-Star festivities

The 2023 NHL All-Star game is scheduled to take place in Florida, and the league is really thinking outside the box in terms of how it is going to mix in some local flare for the weekend's festivities. 

NFL kickers struggled to make clutch kicks in Week 1

In total, there were six missed field goals in the final two minutes of the fourth quarter or overtime that would have either been tying kicks or game-winning kicks.

Ravens bringing back mascots Edgar and Allan to replace injured Poe

The Ravens originally used all three mascots but retired Edgar and Allan after the 2008 season. This is the perfect opportunity to bring them back. 

Watch: UTSA films uniform reveal, hype video on Texas campus before game

After losing a heartbreaker to Alabama, the Texas Longhorns are back home on Saturday to play host to the University of Texas-San Antonio. While that may not be quite as big of a game for the Longhorns, it is one of the biggest games on the UTSA schedule for this season.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes takes shot at PFF grade after beating Chargers

Despite looking like a video-game QB in Week 1 and throwing five touchdowns in a blowout win, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was only graded out as the eighth-best quarterback in the league in Week 1 by PFF.

Watch: Chargers' Mike Williams makes incredible one-handed touchdown catch

Williams not only snagged it with one hand while falling down, but he also did it while fighting through tight coverage and getting pushed it to the ground in the process.

Watch: Pirates' Oneil Cruz accidentally launches bat deep into stands on strikeout

Cruz accidentally lost the grip on his bat and sent it flying deep into the Citi Field stands. 

Tom Brady's key to Buccaneers beating Saints: 'Understanding why we're losing those games'

The Brady-led Bucs are 0-4 in their four regular-season games against the Saints

Rays field MLB's first all Latin-American lineup on Roberto Clemente Day

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Clemente's death. He was tragically killed in a plane crash while attempting to deliver relief supplies and aid to Nicaragua following an earthquake.

Lakers unveil new purple statement jerseys for 2022-23 season

The Lakers' alternate look for the season will feature purple uniforms with yellow and black trim.

T.J. Watt sends encouraging tweet following pec injury

It appears Watt avoided the worst-case scenario with his pec injury.

Browns reveal Brownie the Elf midfield logo

The Browns open their home schedule on Sunday when the Jets make a visit to FirstEnergy Stadium and will have a different look at midfield.

NBA suspends Suns owner Robert Sarver one year, fines him $10 million

The punishment comes after an independent investigation into allegations of workplace misconduct.

Mike Tomlin: Steelers 'encouraged' by T.J. Watt's status

Tomlin said the Steelers are still getting opinions on the injury and seeing how to progress. It is difficult to overstate just how important Watt is to the Steelers defense.

Watch: Managers Terry Francona and Phil Nevin were ejected on the same play

We take you to Cleveland on Monday night for one of the wildest scenes of the 2022 Major League Baseball season. Chaos unfolded in the bottom of the seventh inning of the Guardians' 5-4 win over the Los Angeles Angels when both managers -- Cleveland's Terry Francona and Los Angeles' Phil Nevin -- were ejected.

Texas A&M keeps taking losses to Appalachian State after yell practice video emerges

The midnight yell practice at A&M is one of college football's most famous traditions and takes place at Kyle Field Friday night before every game.

Broncos QB Russell Wilson did not think field-goal attempt was the wrong decision

The Seattle Seahawks were the 17-16 winners in Monday night's "Russell Wilson Bowl" thanks in part to a head-scratching decision from first-year Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett.

Ryan Fitzpatrick says he will jump through table if Bills win Super Bowl

The only thing Buffalo Bills fans seem to enjoy more than their team winning football games is launching themselves through tables at their pre-and post-game tailgates. They could have a notable addition to the party if the team wins the Super Bowl.

Steelers, T.J. Watt reportedly weighing options regarding injury

Jonathan Jones of CBS Sports reported on Monday that there is some optimism within the Steelers front office that Watt did not suffer a complete tear of his pectoral muscle and might be able to return after sitting for a month.

Tua Tagovailoa joins John Elway as only QB to win first four starts against Bill Belichick

The only other quarterback to get the best of Belichick in their first four starts was Hall of Fame quarterback John Elway.

Several cars catch fire at Dolphins-Patriots game after fan leaves grill on

Several cars caught fire in the parking of Hard Rock Stadium during the game, producing images of smoke rising up from behind the stadium during the first half.

Watch: Chiefs use safety Justin Reid as emergency kicker, drills extra point

Reid had another opportunity later in the second quarter but missed that one, pushing it a little too far to his right.