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Blake Harper

Blake Harper is a writer based in New York. He's originally from San Diego and is one of the few Chargers fans left. He doesn't believe in ties and loves elaborate celebrations. Follow him on Twitter @beezyharps 

Patriots safety Patrick Chung announces retirement: 'It's time to start a new life'

Chung was one of several Patriots' defenders who opted out of playing last season due to the COVID-19 pandemic but was expected to return this season.

Inter Milan team activities suspended, match postponed due to COVID outbreak

This is the second outbreak that Inter has experienced this season, with multiple players testing positive for COVID-19 back in October. 

Paul George voices support for Asian American community following spa shootings

Several current and former NBA players have joined George in showing solidarity with the Asian community following the shooting, including LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Trae Young.

NBA, NBPA agree to lighten COVID restrictions for fully vaccinated players

Vaccinated individuals will no longer be required to quarantine due to exposure to the coronavirus. Further, they also will be able to have up to four guests on the road without prior testing and allowed to go to outdoor restaurants.

Cam Newton on Patriots' spending spree: 'Things are already different'

Newton has plenty of reasons to be excited about his second year in New England, as the Patriots have given him a whole new arsenal of offensive weapons that could help him get his career back on track.

Saints reportedly among teams interested in Richard Sherman

Of course, the big question for the Saints is not why they would want Sherman on their team but how exactly they expect to be able to afford him.

Rob Gronkowski reportedly considered offer from Bills before re-signing with Bucs

From a football perspective, the Bills adding Gronk is a fascinating idea, as they already had one of the most loaded offenses in the league last season and could certainly use an upgrade at tight end.

Shaquill Griffin agrees to three-year, $44.5 million deal with Jaguars

Griffin established himself as one of the game's better corners last season, grabbing three interceptions and defending 12 passes despite missing four games while recovering from injury.

Teams have 'questions' about 2019 Pro Bowl WR Kenny Golladay?

After missing all but five games last season, there seem to be some concerns about giving Golladay a massive payday.

Steph Curry on rivalry with LeBron James: 'Respect is always there'

Curry acknowledged that facing off in the high-stakes situations that he and LeBron have had has led to "a lot of pettiness and competitiveness" but insisted "that's the fun of it all" and that "the respect level is always there." 

Patriots sign Hunter Henry to three-year, $37.5 million deal

While Henry has struggled to stay healthy throughout his career, he put together his best season since his rookie year in 2020, pulling in a career-high 60 receptions for 613 yards and four touchdowns.

Spurs more likely to buy out LaMarcus Aldridge than trade him?

While Aldridge may be a desirable extra piece for teams like Miami and Boston, his diminished production this season has made him a difficult trade piece for San Antonio.

Broncos exercise option to keep Von Miller for 2021 season

For Miller, he is entering the final year of the six-year, $114.5 million deal he signed with Denver in 2016, keeping him off the free-agent market for at least one more season.

Leonard Fournette reportedly mulling offers from Bucs, Seahawks with Patriots emerging as 'another option'

Thanks to an impressive postseason performance, the running back now finds himself being pursued by several teams in free agency.

Megan Rapinoe: USWNT jersey represents fight 'for equal pay'

In the two years since the lawsuit began, the Women's National Team has won yet another World Cup, as well as winning the SheBelieves Cups in 2020 and 2021.

Miguel Cabrera supports AJ Hinch as Tigers manager, downplays Astros cheating scandal

When the Detroit Tigers hired AJ Hinch as their next manager, the team faced its fair share of criticism for bringing in a guy who was coming off a one-year league-wide suspension for his role in the Astros' sign-stealing scandal.

Six teams reportedly interested in Ravens two-time Pro Bowl OL Orlando Brown Jr.

Brown remains steadfast in his desire to switch to left tackle and hopes to get the opportunity to switch to the other side of the line with his next team

Dolphins coach Brian Flores 'excited' to see Tua Tagovailoa make 'Year 2 jump'

While Flores spoke highly of Tagovailoa, he also refused to address ongoing rumors that the Dolphins could be pursuing disgruntled Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson.

Report: Kenny Smith, Chauncey Billups possible candidates for Hawks coach

Smith and Billups have ties to point guard Trae Young, who could have a certain amount of sway in terms of whom the team hires next.

Did JuJu Smith-Schuster confirm he's not returning to Steelers?

JuJu Smith-Schuster is set to enter free agency next week, and he may have let the world know whether or not he'll be returning to Pittsburgh for the long term.

Free-agent receiver John Brown lists Steelers, Colts as possible landing spots

As a free agent, Brown should generate a healthy amount of interest from teams. The 30-year-old is not an elite receiver but, when healthy, he has proven to be a reliable target.

Heat's Meyers Leonard suspended for a week, fined $50,000 for anti-Semitic slur

Adam Silver called Leonard's comments "inexcusable and hurtful" while noting that "such an offensive term has no place in the NBA or in our society."

Duke drops out of ACC Tournament due to positive COVID test

The nightmare season for the Blue Devils appears to be over.

Nick Saban: College Football Playoff, bowl games 'have a tough time coexisting'

Since it was implemented in 2014, nobody has dominated the College Football Playoff like Nick Saban. The legendary coach has led Alabama to five of the seven national championships so far, winning three of them.

Donovan Mitchell: Rumor of 'unsalvageable' relationship with Rudy Gobert helped Jazz come together

Of course, the Jazz will ultimately be judged by how they perform in the postseason, as Mitchell and Gobert will continue to face intense scrutiny if they face another early playoff exit.