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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

Jets DB Ahmad Gardner was mad Lions did not challenge him

The Lions did not throw one pass in the direction of a wide receiver that Gardner was covering in Detroit's 20-17 win, choosing to completely remove him from the game. 

Watch: Avalanche defenseman declines penalty in amazing show of sportsmanship

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar is one of the best defensemen in the NHL, and he might also be the best sportsman in the league as well.

Jets HC Robert Saleh blew it late against Lions by not using timeout

The New York Jets' season is starting to slip away thanks to a third straight loss (20-17 to the Detroit Lions) on Sunday, and some brutal clock management by head coach Robert Saleh played a big role in this latest defeat.

Argentina's World Cup win was an all-time classic

The only thing Lionel Messi was missing in his legendary career was a World Cup.

Watch: Steelers' Marcus Allen commits dumbest penalty of the season

Pittsburgh Steelers backup safety Marcus Allen committed one of the dumbest penalties of the NFL season on Sunday when he did this. 

Watch: Bears QB Justin Fields dazzles with another impossible play

It is starting to become routine with Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields.

Falcons defensive coordinator stretchered off field after pregame collision

A scary scene unfolded in New Orleans prior to the Saints game against the Atlanta Falcons.

Watch: Former NHL player attempts insane shootout shot in European game

We take you to the 2022 Swiss games between Sweden and Finland.

Colts embarrassed again, blow biggest lead in NFL history to Vikings

The 2022 season just keeps getting worse for the Colts, and on Saturday things may have hit rock bottom.

Oregon tight end granted ninth year of NCAA eligibility

He was granted another year of eligibility after tearing his Achilles during the 2021 season. 

Watch: Braves mascot Blooper runs over youth football player during halftime

Blooper is the Derrick Henry of pro sports mascots. Stay out of his way when he has the ball.

Watch: Failed fake punt, blown call highlight brutal first half for Vikings

The Vikings did not have a good start to their against the Colts. Much of it was self-inflicted, and some of it was bad luck. In the end, it was a runaway locomotive of incompetence. 

Bills' stadium already covered in snow with 'thundersnow' possible for game

The weather for the game between the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills seems to be worsening by the hour, with the possibility of 'thundersnow' occurring during the game.

Steelers expected to start Mitch Trubisky on Sunday, but likely has a short leash

Mitch Trubisky will have shot at redemption for the Pittsburgh Steelers. After throwing three interceptions a week ago, the Steelers have reportedly decided to start Trubisky for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers.

ESPN analyst calls idea of Packers winning out, making playoffs 'almost absurd'

One ESPN analyst believes it is absolutely absurd to entertain the notion that the Green Bay Packers are still mathematically capable of making the playoffs this year.

Fired assistant coach files arbitration case against Arizona Cardinals

Sean Kugler, a former offensive line coach for the Arizona Cardinals who was fired earlier this season, has filed for arbitration with multiple claims against the team.

Miami of Ohio honors Mike Leach with Pirate helmet sticker during Bahamas Bowl

Perhaps the greatest sign of Leach's legacy is that Miami is honoring him despite the fact he had no connection to the school or its football program. He never went there, never played there and never coached there, but that is the type of impact he had on the college game. 

Zach Wilson gets another chance for Jets after Mike White not cleared to play

It is Zach Wilson time again for the New York Jets.

Ravens rule out QB Lamar Jackson for Saturday's game against Browns

The Baltimore Ravens will be without starting quarterback Lamar Jackson for a second straight game.

Watch: Chargers create incredible Pro Bowl video for RB Austin Ekeler

Every NFL team is going to use social media to push for their players to get Pro Bowl votes, but the Los Angeles Chargers have taken that to the next level.

Steelers WR Diontae Johnson wants to see Mason Rudolph play Sunday

There is some uncertainty as to who the Pittsburgh Steelers will start at quarterback on Sunday against the Carolina Panthers, but wide receiver Diontae Johnson made his opinion known on Thursday.

Colts owner Jim Irsay talks up college candidates in coaching search

When the 2022 NFL season ends the Indianapolis Colts are going to have to make a head coaching decision.  Will they remove the interim tag from Jeff Saturday and make him their new permanent coach?

LeBron James championship jersey could bring in several million dollars at auction

A LeBron James jersey from the 2013 NBA Finals, in which James won his second title with the Miami Heat, is hitting the auction block and could bring in a major price. 

NFL closes Raiders' kickoff loophole

The Las Vegas Raiders found a small loophole in the NFL's rulebook that was giving them a small advantage on kickoffs. After initially allowing them to exploit it, the NFL has since reversed course and is putting a stop to it.