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Adam Stites

Adam Stites is a Southern California native who lives in a new state every three months. He’s perennially disappointed by both the Jacksonville Jaguars and Arizona State Sun Devils. His dog is named Ramsey after the best cornerback in the NFL. You can follow him on Twitter at @AdamStites_.

Aaron Donald says Rams vs. Cardinals feels like 'it's a playoff game'

Aaron Donald says the Rams are preparing for the Cardinals like it's a game in January.

NHL says Sabres' disallowed game-tying goal should have counted

The Buffalo Sabres appeared to pull off an impressive comeback against the New York Rangers on Friday night, scoring twice in the last six minutes to erase a 2-0 deficit in the third period, only to have the second of those goals taken away on replay in a decision that the NHL now says was incorrect. 

Titans WR Julio Jones to return from IR, play vs. Jaguars in Week 14

Jones is expected to make his return to the field on Sunday.

Jaguars coach Urban Meyer reportedly called assistants 'losers,' among other run-ins

Meyer's "condescending approach" is wearing thin on both the coaching staff and the players.

Demaryius Thomas' family believes seizure caused former Broncos WR's death

Four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Demaryius Thomas may have died from a seizure, a family member told the Associated Press on Friday.

Steelers' historic comeback bid vs. Vikings comes up 12 yards short

The Steelers were 12 yards away from a chance at the greatest comeback in NFL regular-season history, but their rally came up short.

Five-time Pro Bowl WR Demaryius Thomas dead at age 33, according to reports

Former Denver Broncos star wide receiver Demaryius Thomas is dead at age 33, according to multiple reports. The cause of death is still unknown. 

NCAA decides fake slides are illegal five days after Kenny Pickett's viral touchdown

Pittsburgh QB Kenny Pickett pulled off some impressive trickery during the ACC Championship game when he faked a slide against Wake Forest and broke free for a 58-yard touchdown, but his is the last time that play will ever be allowed in NCAA history.

Marc-Andre Fleury becomes third goalie in NHL history to reach 500 career wins

Marc-Andre Fleury joins Martin Brodeur and Patrick Roy as the only NHL goaltenders to reach 500 career wins.

Watch: Rutgers hits half-court buzzer-beater to upset No. 1 Purdue

The No. 1 Purdue Boilermakers suffered their first loss of the 2021-22 season in heartbreaking fashion when Rutgers hit a buzzer beater from just inside of half court to win, 70-68.

Sean O'Malley, Cody Garbrandt have heated confrontation at UFC press conference

Even though O'Malley said just last week that his beef with Garbrandt is over due to the change of weight class, it certainly didn't appear to be the case Thursday.

Oregon reportedly considering Chip Kelly reunion to fill coaching vacancy

Kelly previously had a wildly successful run at Oregon.

Coyotes pay $1.4 million in back taxes to avoid Gila River Arena eviction

The team cited potential human error as the cause of the discrepancy and have rectified the sitaution.

Patriots win with only three pass attempts in windy, snowy game vs. Bills

New England managed 241 yards of total offense, despite the one-dimensional game plan.

Potential No. 1 pick Kayvon Thibodeaux skipping Alamo Bowl to prepare for NFL Draft

The collegiate career of Oregon Ducks pass rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux is officially over and he's skipping the Alamo Bowl to begin preparation for the 2022 NFL Draft.

Jaguars RB James Robinson disagrees with Urban Meyer's explanation for benching

Jacksonville Jaguars running back James Robinson was a popular pick for fantasy football owners after finishing his 2020 rookie season with more than 1,000 rushing yards and 10 total touchdowns.

Gator raid! Winless Texas Southern upsets No. 20 Florida

Texas Southern basketball started its season 0-7, but got its first win of the year by upsetting the No. 20 Florida Gators, 69-54, in Gainesville, Fla.

Four finalists named for 2021 Heisman Trophy

Michigan defensive end Aidan Hutchinson, Pittsburgh quarterback Kenny Pickett, Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud, and Alabama quarterback Bryce Young are the four finalists for the 2021 Heisman Trophy.

UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans coming out of retirement for January MMA fight

Former UFC light heavyweight champion and Hall of Famer Rashad Evans is officially out of retirement and set to fight at Eagle FC 44 in Miami.

Manny Diaz 'disappointed,' 'hurt' by way Miami handled coaching change

Manny Diaz is out as head coach of the Miami Hurricanes after three seasons and he isn't thrilled with the way the university handled the coaching change.

F1's Lewis Hamilton: Rival Max Verstappen thinks 'rules kinda don't apply' to him

Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen are now tied in the Formula One standings after Hamilton won the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, leaving only next week's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to decide the champion.

Watch: Seahawks score 73-yard touchdown untouched on fake punt

A fake punt couldn't look easier than it did for the Seattle Seahawks in Week 13. 

Watch: Lions get first win of season with last-second touchdown vs. Vikings

The Detroit Lions are no longer winless after a come-from-behind victory over the Minnesota Vikings in Week 13 that was capped by an 11-yard touchdown pass from Jared Goff to Amon-Ra St.

Gardner Minshew leads Eagles to win with nearly perfect day vs. Jets

The question now is whether the big day for Minshew will force a tough decision for the Eagles at quarterback.

Vikings WR Adam Thielen leaves Week 13 game with ankle injury

The Minnesota Vikings fell behind early against the Detroit Lions and suffered a big blow when two-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Adam Thielen went down with an ankle injury.