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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 

Pelicans coach Stan Van Gundy says NBA needs to be honest: 'Number one concern is making money'

Van Gundy pointed to last weekend's All-Star Game as proof of the NBA putting money ahead of keeping people safe, noting that it would have been "a lot safer not to play."

Rob Gronkowski confirms he's returning next season: 'I'm back'

To make his return official, Gronk will need to sign a new deal with the Bucs, as he is technically a free agent. 

General manager Bob Myers: Warriors will be 'aggressive' at trade deadline

The big question for the Warriors, who are currently a game behind the eighth-seeded Dallas Mavericks, is what they are willing to offer in a potential trade.

Michigan AD Warde Manuel: Jim Harbaugh doesn't have a win quota for next season

While there may not be a specific number for Harbaugh to reach in order to keep his job, even with the extension, it's hard to imagine that there is not some heat on the coach to turn things around sooner rather than later.

Phillies' Bryce Harper doesn't care about advanced stats: 'I'm a GED guy'

We live in a post-Moneyball world and advanced stats have become the norm of how most of us interpret and understand baseball. But not Bryce Harper. 

Raptors star Kyle Lowry downplays trade rumors

According to Lowry, the trade talks have been greatly exaggerated, and he posted his frustration about the "lies" being told about him on his Instagram story.

Shaquil Barrett, Buccaneers reportedly discussing new deal ahead of free agency

Over the last two seasons in Tampa Bay, Barrett has established himself as one of the game's premier pass-rushers, racking up 27.5 sacks and 53 quarterback hits with the Buccaneers.

Chargers reportedly won't use franchise tag on tight end Hunter Henry

Through five seasons, Henry has been a solid contributor for the Chargers' offense, though he has never quite lived up to the expectations many had when he was drafted by the team.

Steelers won't use franchise tag on Bud Dupree again

The Steelers paid him a $15.8 million tag to keep him from becoming a free agent last year.

Three-time All-Pro Patrick Peterson: Future with Cardinals 'out of my control'

Peterson has spent his whole career in Arizona after being drafted by the Cardinals with the fifth pick in the 2011 draft, so he certainly could be interested in remaining with the team he has spent a decade playing for. 

University of Texas committee report: 'Eyes of Texas' has 'no racist intent'

Last summer, several Texas student-athletes called for the song to be replaced, and some football players even refused to be on the field when the song played in protest.

Ohio State pauses football activities after increase in positive COVID-19 tests

Currently, the Buckeyes are scheduled to begin spring practice on March 19 and there has been no indication that the date has been postponed or canceled despite the latest round of PCR testing.

Giants expected to use franchise tag on Leonard Williams, work towards long-term deal

This is the second time that Williams will be franchise-tagged by the Giants, as he received the same designation last season as well. 

Germany manager Joachim Low to step down after Euro Championship

Low was under contract through 2022 but asked to be relieved from his contract early and his request was granted by Germany. His departure will require Germany to find a new manager for the World Cup in 2022.

Raiders reportedly trade tackle Trent Brown to Patriots

Brown spent the 2018 season in New England, starting every game of the Super Bowl-winning season, which earned him his four-year, $66-million contract with the Raiders.

GM George Paton: Broncos want to bring Von Miller back

How exactly the Broncos plan to bring Miller back is not currently clear.

Julius Randle says he's 'damn proud to be a Knick'

Randle doubled down on that sentiment when he spoke with reporters, telling them that even when he signed with the team in 2019, he believed that the team was going to turn its luck around.

Ben Roethlisberger agrees to one-year, restructured deal with Steelers

This deal likely means that Roethlisberger will finish his career with Pittsburgh, which drafted him with the 11th overall pick in the 2004 draft.

GM Mike Mayock: Raiders would 'love' to keep WR Nelson Agholor

The veteran receiver seemed to revive his career in Las Vegas, establishing himself as a consistent target in the passing game after struggling to live up to expectations in Philadelphia.

Browns GM downplays Odell Beckham Jr. trade rumors, says team is 'looking forward to getting him back'

Beckham has been with the Browns for the last two seasons but has not yet made the impact that many expected when the team acquired him in a trade from the New York Giants.

Giannis Antetokounmpo reviewed 'every single option' with agent before signing supermax deal

In his eighth year in the league, Antentokounmpo looks as dominant as ever, averaging over 29 points and 11 rebounds per game while helping the 21-14 Bucks remain near the top of the Eastern Conference standings.

Celtics reportedly interested in trading for Jerami Grant before deadline

Grant makes sense as a trade target for the Celtics, as he is averaging 23.4 points per game in his first season in Detroit, nearly double what he averaged last season with the Denver Nuggets.

Browns GM: Wentz, Goff deals won't influence view on Baker Mayfield

The Browns are likely to pick up Mayfield's fifth-year option to ensure that he is at least with the team for the next two seasons.

Jackie Bradley Jr. signs two-year deal with Milwaukee Brewers

Bradley joining the Brewers will give Milwaukee some depth in their outfield, as the 30-year-old joins an outfield rotation that includes Christian Yelich, Lorenzo Cain, and Avisail Garcia.

Baker Mayfield claims to have seen a UFO on drive home from dinner

Whether Mayfield saw aliens or not, we can all take some comfort in knowing the truth is out there.