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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

Takeaways from AFC Championship: Chiefs defense dominates to clinch Super Bowl berth

The Chiefs are on their way to another Super Bowl after defeating the Ravens, 17-10, during Sunday's AFC Championship game. 

Purdue big man Zach Edey hits milestones, joins exclusive list

Purdue big man Zach Edey continued his dominant college career on Sunday by becoming just the sixth player in Big Ten history to ever hit 2,000 career points and 1,000 career rebounds.

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce breaks Jerry Rice playoff record

With seven receptions in the first half of Sunday's AFC Championship game Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce broke Jerry Rice's longstanding record for most career playoff receptions.

Oilers are NHL's hottest team as winning streak reaches 16 games

The Edmonton Oilers are playing dazzling hockey and have now run their winning streak to 16 consecutive games.

Patriots expected to stay in-house to fill defensive coordinator position

When the Patriots promoted Jerod Mayo to head coach, replacing Bill Belichick, it created an opening for the team's defensive coordinator position. They are also staying in-house and promoting from within to fill that spot.

BYU student section asked to remove 'Horns down' shirts against Texas

It's another chapter in the Longhorns' ongoing battle against teams and fans taunting them with anything related to "Horns down."

49ers offensive weapon could have expanded role in NFC Championship Game

He's one of the NFL's most flexible offensive players due to his ability to impact both the passing game and the running game.

General Motors pushing back production for Lions NFC title game

The Detroit Lions are just one win away from reaching their first-ever Super Bowl, and the Motor City is understandably excited about it.

Ravens will have star player back for AFC Championship Game

The Baltimore Ravens are getting one of their best players back for Sunday's AFC Championship game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

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.