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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

Watch: Tom Brady explains why he is back in epic video

After flirting with retirement in the offseason, Tom Brady is back for one more year (at least) and his latest farewell tour will begin on Sunday night when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers visit the Dallas Cowboys.

Marcus Freeman is first Notre Dame coach to start 0-3 after stunning upset loss to Marshall

The Freeman era at Notre Dame is not off to a great start.

Watch: Pitt TE Gavin Bartholomew hurdles way to touchdown vs. Tennessee

Instead of going around or through a defender, Bartholomew just went over him en route to the end zone.

Watch: Nick Saban screams at Bama players for postgame 'Horns Down' gesture

A handful of Bama players could be seen making the gesture as the clock struck zero on the final incomplete pass. Saban was not having it.

Watch: Bryce Young bails out Alabama with incredible escape, run

Top-ranked Alabama barely survived against Texas on Saturday, escaping with a 20-19 win following a late field goal by Will Reichard.

Yankees are first team in 34 years to begin game with seven straight singles

The Yankees scored six runs in the first inning during that offensive surge. 

Drew Brees has some bad advice for injured Texas QB Quinn Ewers

There are two important things to know about Drew Brees. The first is that he is one of the greatest and most productive quarterbacks to ever play in the NFL.

Mike Tomlin gives Steelers black Air Force 1s before season opener

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin had a special treat for his team before they take on the Cincinnati Bengals to open the 2022 NFL season on Sunday.

Luka Doncic is dominating at EuroBasket tournament as Slovenia advances

Doncic continued his stellar run with a 35-point performance in Slovenia's 88-72 win over Belgium in the round of 16, sending his team to the quarterfinals.

MLB votes to ban defensive shifts, implement pitch clock

The new rules will include a 15-second pitch clock when the bases are empty and a 20-second clock when runners are on base.

Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy has no concern over Dak Prescott's status for Sunday

Dallas Cowboys starting quarterback Dak Prescott made an appearance on the team's injury report on Thursday for an ankle issue that limited him in practice.

Former Bengals WR believes Terrell Owens could still produce in the NFL

T.J. Houshmandzadeh recently told TMZ Sports in an interview that if a team gave Owens 15-20 snaps per game, on third downs and in the red zone, that he would still be able to produce and catch some touchdowns.

Rams had to go with another silent count at home

Not only did the Bills roll to a convincing and emphatic 31-10 win, harassing Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford all night, but Bills fans became the latest group completely overtake SoFi Stadium and turn it into a home game for themselves.

The time 'Naked Gun' star Reggie Jackson actually met the Queen

Queen Elizabeth II died on Thursday at the age of 96.

Adrian Peterson still hoping for NFL job with a contender

Even though Adrian Peterson has spent most of his time recently preparing for a celebrity boxing match against Le'Veon Bell, the former All-Pro running back is still hoping for at least one more shot in the NFL.

Packers QB Aaron Rodgers throws some shade at NFC North fans

The Packers have dominated the NFC North during Rodgers' run as their starting quarterback, including three straight titles heading into the 2022 season.

Ryan Fitzpatrick says he is retired for good, even if team comes calling

Longtime quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick wants you to know that his playing days are officially over, and there is nothing that is going to get him back on the field.

Bill Russell's Hall of Fame ring expected to go for $200,000 at auction

Russell died in July at the age of 88, and the NBA will officially retire his No. 6 leaguewide to honor his impact.

Rams HC Sean McVay has impressive streak on the line against Bills

Despite winning the Super Bowl a year ago, the Rams enter the game as home underdogs.

Clemson extends HC Dabo Swinney through 2031 season

His average salary is now the second highest among college coaches, trailing only Nick Saban at Alabama.

Jerry Jones on optimism: 'I have to believe one and one is three'

It is time once again for what is consistently the most unpredictable moment of the NFL week: When Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones goes on the radio and says something completely wild when talking about his team.

Steelers retiring Franco Harris' number to mark 50th anniversary of Immaculate Reception

The Steelers announced that the team will officially be retiring Harris' No. 32 at halftime of their Dec. 24 game against Raiders.

Kenny Pickett was listed as third quarterback due to 'clerical error'

There was a stir among Steelers fans when Pickett was listed at third on the depth chart on Monday, but he was officially elevated to backup Tuesday.

HC Pete Carroll on Seahawks expectations: 'I don't care what anybody says'

Pete Carroll also pointed out how his teams, going all the way back to his USC days, have been averaging 10 wins per year over the past "20-something years" and that he sees no reason why he should alter his expectations for this season.

Watch: Albert Pujols homers in final at-bat against Cubs; gets closer to 700

With the game tied, 0-0, and a runner on second, Pujols came off the bench as a pinch hitter and smashed a two-run homer.