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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

Top transfer QB chooses Big Ten powerhouse

Howard spent the past four years at Kansas State and led the Wildcats to a Big 12 title during the 2022 season.

Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb has high expectations for next contract

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb is eligible for a new contract extension and he has some high expectations for what a potential deal will look like.

NFC West Week 18 predictions: Seahawks will win, but they need help to make postseason

The San Francisco 49ers and Los Angeles Rams already have punched their tickets for the playoffs, and the Seattle Seahawks have a chance to join them on Sunday with a win and some luck.

NFL sends out memo to teams regarding reporting players as eligible receivers

The NFL wants to make sure its teams, coaches and players understand the process for reporting players as eligible receivers following the Cowboys' 20-19 win over the Lions on Saturday night.

Panthers owner releases weak statement after getting punished by NFL for drink-throwing incident

Tepper was caught on video throwing a drink at a fan in Jacksonville following the Panthers' 26-0 loss.

Bears edge-rusher Montez Sweat has chance to accomplish incredible feat

Bears edge-rusher Montez Sweat has a chance for an incredible accomplishment this season that seems almost impossible to imagine.

Watch: Canadiens score one of the weirdest goals of NHL season

The Canadiens lost, 4-3, to the Lightning on Sunday night, but they at least get the honor of scoring what might be the weirdest goal of the NHL season so far. 

Three SNF takeaways as Jordan Love shines and gets Packers closer to playoffs

The Packers are in control of their playoff fate thanks to an impressive 33-10 win over the Vikings on Sunday night. 

Week 17 NFL winners: Sean McVay remains top-tier coach, Lamar Jackson's MVP push

With the Week 17 games in the books, let us take a look at some of the biggest winners from around the NFL. 

Eagles HC Nick Sirianni still believes in his defense despite late-season collapse

Philadelphia Eagles HC Nick Sirianni is trying his best to keep a steady hand on the wheel in the face of his defense's failings.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin continues impressive streak with win over Seahawks

The Steelers' 30-23 win over the Seahawks on Sunday not only gave them a fighting chance to still make the playoffs this season, it also extended an impressive streak for head coach Mike Tomlin. 

Watch: Conor McGregor announces plans for 2024 return

Conor McGregor has not stepped foot in the octagon in over two years. That hiatus looks like it's going to end this summer.

Bears secure No. 1 overall pick in 2024 NFL Draft, but they shouldn't keep it

The Chicago Bears now possess the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. The question is what they do with it.

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson may have wrapped up another NFL MVP

Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson put himself in the driver's seat for the NFL MVP award on Christmas Day when he outshined 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy. 

Watch: Livid Lions HC Dan Campbell sounds off following controversial penalty on two-point play

The Lions were on the losing end of a 20-19 decision to the Cowboys on Saturday night thanks to a controversial penalty on a two-point attempt that would have won the game. 

Pistons finally snap record losing streak with win over Raptors

It is finally over. The Pistons' NBA-record 28-game losing streak finally came to an end on Saturday night with a 129-127 win over the Raptors. 

Michigan HC Jim Harbaugh gives bonkers quote in response to religious question

It is not uncommon to hear athletes or coaches reference their faith or something religious in a press conference. University of Michigan football coach Jim Harbaugh took that to a really weird place on Saturday.

Ole Miss HC Lane Kiffin admits social media troll account was created by team staffer

The weirdest story to come out of Ole Miss' 38-25 win over Penn State in the Peach Bowl on Saturday was head coach Lane Kiffin confirming that an online troll account was in fact created by one of his staffers. Not only that, he also thought the whole thing was pretty funny.

Ravens face criticism for decision to honor controversial former player

The Baltimore Ravens are facing plenty of scrutiny after their decision to honor former running back Ray Rice.

Penn State's James Franklin gets outcoached in another big game

The narrative surrounding the Penn State football program and head coach James Franklin is the same as it has always been.

Ohio State has dreadful offensive showing in Cotton Bowl without its stars

Ohio State saw its season come to a disappointing end on Friday night, dropping a snoozefest to Missouri in the Cotton Bowl, 14-3.

Trevor Lawrence's injury puts Jaguars at risk of losing grasp on AFC South

The Jaguars relayed some unfortunate injury news on Friday when they ruled out starting QB Trevor Lawrence for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

No. 2 Washington feeling disrespected as an underdog going into College Football Playoff

Even with a perfect 13-0 record and a Heisman Trophy finalist at quarterback, Washington is still entering the CFP as the underdog.

NFC West Week 17 predictions: Red-hot Rams will light up New York

In Week 17, the 49ers get a chance to bounce back against a bad Washington team, while the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks continue their push for a playoff spot.

Pistons' losing streak reaches NBA-record 27 consecutive games

Another day, another loss for the Pistons. Their latest defeat, a 118-112 loss at the hands of the Nets, is a historic one as it extends their current losing streak to an NBA-record 27 consecutive games within a single season.