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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

Lakers have 'recalibration and reconnection' meeting after having effort called out

Even though the Los Angeles Lakers still have the fourth-best record in the Western Conference, things are not going smoothly at the moment.

Colts join undesirable club after playoff elimination

The Indianapolis Colts were officially eliminated from playoff contention on Saturday thanks to the Houston Texans' 20-16 win over the Los Angeles Chargers. It is a stunning result when you consider where the Colts were just a couple of months ago.

Mack Hollins injury will be significant issue for Patriots as playoffs approach

The Patriots really do not have another player who fits Hollins' role or can do the sort of things he can do within the offense. 

Oilers' Connor McDavid is on best offensive run of career

The NHL returns from its holiday break on Saturday, and the Edmonton Oilers are coming out of that break as one of the league's hottest teams. The driving force behind this recent surge is superstar forward Connor McDavid.

Minnesota continues longest active bowl winning streak with walk-off win

College football's bowl season may not have the same buzz it once did, thanks to the College Football Playoff and players and coaches opting out of games, but do not tell that to the Minnesota Golden Gophers.

NFL Week 17 schedule has plenty of big playoff implications

Divisions can be clinched, teams can be eliminated and most of the field could be set before Week 18 arrives. 

Are Raiders hurting Maxx Crosby relationship in potential tanking effort?

The most consequential game on the Week 17 NFL schedule might involve two teams nowhere near the playoffs. The Las Vegas Raiders and New York Giants enter their head-to-head game with the two-worst records in the NFL, while also owning matching nine-game losing streaks. So why is it meaningful?

Kyle Whittingham seems like slam dunk hire for Michigan

The University of Michigan has its new football coach, and it is hard to imagine the program emerging from a chaotic situation better than it is now.

Chiefs are one of the strangest 10-loss teams in NFL history

The Chiefs were already eliminated from playoff contention, but now they have to wear the title of "10-loss team." 

Broncos one step closer to securing important home-field advantage in playoffs

They probably will not be totally satisfied with the process in how they played on Thursday night, but the Denver Broncos are going to be extremely satisfied with the result and what it means for them in the playoffs.

Vikings' win over Lions featured historically inept passing performance

The Minnesota Vikings played the role of spoiler on Christmas. Their 23-10 win over the Detroit Lions officially eliminated their divisional rival from playoff contention. 

Ravens' concerning Lamar Jackson injury update for Packers game could spell doom

The Baltimore Ravens need to win on Saturday against the Green Bay Packers to even have a chance of making the playoffs.

Steelers' chaotic WR history makes DK Metcalf suspension even more frustrating

The NFL officially upheld the two-game suspension for Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf on Tuesday night. 

Team USA would be setting itself up for Olympic failure if Stars' Jason Robertson is left off roster

As things stand entering play on Tuesday, Robertson's 23 goals are fourth-most in the entire NHL.

Lions, Broncos have big playoff implications with Christmas games 

The Lions and Broncos will hope to get some incredible Christmas gifts.

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson exits game vs. Patriots with injury

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson has been a regular on the team's injury report this season and has already missed significant time. That does not seem to be stopping anytime soon.

Sidney Crosby breaks longtime Penguins franchise record

The Pittsburgh Penguins' 4-3 win over the Montreal Canadiens on Sunday night was significant for several reasons

NFL Week 16 winners, losers: Jaguars make big statement; Lions in trouble

With most of the NFL Week 16 schedule complete, it is time to take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers from Sunday's games.

Lions' season pushed to brink in gut-wrenching, last-second loss to Steelers

That is about as brutal of a way possible to lose a game.

Steelers' DK Metcalf could be facing suspension for altercation with Lions fan

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf could be facing some league discipline this week for an altercation that took place in the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions. It was not an altercation with a player.

Jets defense still has one of NFL's most shocking stats

The New York Jets lost to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, 29-6, continuing what has been another miserable season.

Packers QB Jordan Love knocked out of game vs. Bears with concussion

The Green Bay Packers have to be at least somewhat concerned that quarterback Jordan Love had to leave Saturday's game against the Chicago Bears with a concussion after taking a big hit to the helmet from Austin Booker. 

James Madison, Tulane did not do Group of Five teams any favors

The discussion around the College Football Playoff format is only going to get more intense after Saturday's first-round games. Especially after James Madison and Tulane did not put up much resistance against heavily favored teams, Oregon and Ole Miss. 

Rams make change to coaching staff after special teams meltdown

The Los Angeles Rams only have one major weakness this season, and it was on display on Thursday night in their 38-37 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

Ole Miss did what it was expected to do, but now comes the real test

There was very little doubt Ole Miss would roll on Saturday, but things are going to be significantly tougher in a very short period of time.