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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

Failure with Chargers shouldn't stop Brandon Staley from being top defensive coordinator candidate

Staley's problems did not start until he became in charge of the whole operation, not an uncommon development with coaches in the NFL. 

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp makes shocking decision about future

Under Klopp's watch, the club has had a massive revival in terms of both success and popularity.

Watch: Mavericks' Luka Doncic says he was wrong to have visiting fan thrown out

According to Mavericks beat writers, the taunt that finally pushed Doncic over the edge was relatively tame, with the fan yelling about Doncic to get on a treadmill because he looked tired.

What's next for Bill Belichick? Legendary coach is running out of options

Whatever path he ultimately follows, this is not the offseason anybody anticipated for Belichick.

Falcons give Raheem Morris another chance, choose him as new head coach

The Atlanta Falcons are bringing back Raheem Morris, this time as head coach.

Eagles interview former NFL head coach for offensive coordinator job

He was previously the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals for four years between 2019 and 2022, compiling a 28-37-1 record.

Former Astros great fell five votes short of Hall of Fame induction

The 2024 MLB Hall of Fame class was announced on Tuesday and will include former Twins catcher Joe Mauer, third basemen Adrian Beltre and first basemen Todd Helton. 

Raiders expected to turn to former division rival for GM role

The Raiders have their head coach in Antonio Pierce. Now it seems they will have their general manager to help build their roster.

Ranking the four potential Super Bowl matchups

We are down to the final four teams in the NFL as the league's championship weekend is just ahead on Sunday.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes trolls Bills after first road playoff win

Poking the bear is not recommended when it comes to Kansas City Chiefs superstar Patrick Mahomes.

Watch: Buffalo gets burned by another wide right field goal

The two worst words among Buffalo sports fandom are "wide right." They were haunted by them again on Sunday in their 27-24 divisional round loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Brock Purdy's performance vs. Packers did nothing to settle debate on his play

Whatever your opinion was of 49ers QB Brock Purdy going into Saturday's divisional playoff game against the Packers, it probably remains unchanged following the 49ers' 24-21 win.

Watch: Iowa's Caitlin Clark avoids injury after big collision with court-storming Ohio State fan

The No. 18 ranked Ohio State women's basketball team pulled off a huge upset on Sunday by knocking off Caitlin Clark and the No. 2 ranked Iowa Hawkeyes, 100-92, resulting in a storming of the court in Columbus.

Watch: Jordan Love's interception was worst mistake at worst possible time

Green Bay Packers QB Jordan Love let loose a final throw which looked like trouble from the moment it left his hand in Saturday's divisional-round loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

Watch: Pitt's Blake Hinson taunts Cameron Crazies after Panthers upset No. 7 Duke

Pitt forward Blake Hinson lived the dream and taunted the Cameron Crazies after helping his team upset Duke.

Takeaways from Ravens-Texans playoff game: Lamar Jackson has his big playoff performance

The Ravens are moving on to the AFC Championship game after a dominant 34-10 win over the Texans on Saturday afternoon. 

Watch: Steven Sims gives Texans life with 67-yard punt return touchdown

After getting two defensive touchdowns in their 45-14 wild-card win over the Browns the Texans were able to add a special teams score on Saturday in their divisional round game against the Ravens.

Islanders make stunning coaching change with hiring of Patrick Roy

The Islanders made a stunning head coaching change on Saturday by firing Lane Lambert and replacing him with Hall of Fame goalie Patrick Roy.

Both CFP title game QBs left out of first-round mock draft

Daniel Jeremiah of NFL.com released his first 2024 NFL Mock Draft on Friday.

Bill Polian has another controversial Lamar Jackson take

Former NFL general manager Bill Polian is no stranger to controversial takes regarding Baltimore Ravens starting quarterback Lamar Jackson. 

Bills player has message for Patrick Mahomes before first road playoff game

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes will be playing his 16th playoff game on Sunday in Buffalo, and it will be the first one that is a true road game for him.

Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews on pace for goal total not seen in over 30 years

Superstar Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews increased his league-leading goal total to a whopping 37 goals in just 42 games.

Top Alabama recruit to enter transfer portal after Nick Saban's retirement

Alabama is in danger of losing its most celebrated recruit from its 2024 recruiting class as five-star quarterback Julian Sayin is expected to enter the NCAA transfer portal on Friday.

Bill O'Brien set to join Big Ten powerhouse as offensive coordinator

O'Brien spent the 2023 season as the offensive coordinator for the Patriots, producing one of the NFL's worst offenses.

Watch: Mike Tomlin not the first Steelers coach to get angry over question regarding his future

Much like current Pittsburgh Steelers HC Mike Tomlin, Hall of Famer Chuck Noll wasn't having any questions about his future back in the day.