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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 

NBA reportedly planning 'mini-bubble' for All-Star festivities

While players continue to express skepticism about the All-Star Game in the midst of the ongoing pandemic, the league remains determined to move forward with the game.

Jets targeting Will Fuller, JuJu Smith-Schuster in free agency?

With a change of regime on the sidelines, the Jets want to land a few big names in free agency, especially at receiver.

Timberwolves' Malik Beasley sentenced to 120 days in jail after NBA season

Beasley pled guilty to one felony count of threats of violence

Patrick Peterson dismisses 'dirty rumor' that he and Cardinals have agreed to part ways

Considering that the five-time First-Team All-Pro has spent his entire career in Arizona, there could certainly be interest in the two sides staying together.

Russell Wilson unsure about trade availability, hopes to 'play in Seattle forever'

Even with Wilson insisting he does want to stay with the Seahawks, there does seem to be some frustration between the 32-year-old and the team.

Investigation finds pilot in Kobe Bryant helicopter crash likely violated federal standards

The NTSB found that the crash appeared to be an accident and was not caused by any sort of engine failure, while blame has been spread all around.

Patrick Mahomes will reportedly undergo surgery for turf toe

Mahomes' lingering injury had been the subject of speculation for much of the postseason after suffering the injury during Kansas City's win over the Cleveland Browns in the divisional round.

Former NFL coach Marty Schottenheimer dies at age 77

Schottenheimer was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease in 2014 and late last month, he was moved to a hospice care facility in North Carolina after his health took a turn for the worst.

Darren Waller: 'Gap' between Raiders, Chiefs not 'that big'

While Kansas City will surely remain the favorite heading into next season, perhaps the Raiders could be ready to finally challenge the Chiefs for the division title.

Rob Gronkowski feels 'fresh' after Super Bowl win: 'I feel like I'm 18 years old'

Gronk's career resurgence appeared unlikely after he took the 2019-20 season off and seemed to enjoy his time away from the game.

LeBron James: Tom Brady's 'inspiring' Super Bowl win at 43 doesn't affect his career timeline

LeBron is currently 36, which, for most players, means that their best years are well behind them and retirement is looming. But like Brady, LeBron has continued to defy the odds and is still playing like he is in his prime.

Kevin Durant ahead of LeBron James, leads pack in All-Star voting

The starters will be announced on Feb. 18, with the reserves announced on Feb. 23.

Bruce Arians 'wouldn't be surprised' if Tom Brady gets contract extension

It certainly sounds like Brady is on board to keep playing well beyond 2021.

Tedy Bruschi: Matt Stafford 'not tough enough to play' for Patriots

Bruschi's attack seems a bit unwarranted, as Stafford's desire to avoid New England seemed to mostly be due to Matt Patricia being rehired by the Patriots.

Chargers QB Justin Herbert named Pepsi Rookie of the Year

The Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Year Award is a fan-voted award that should not be confused with the AP's Offensive and Defensive Rookie of the Year Awards, which are officially recognized by the NFL and will be announced on Saturday.

Patriots owner Robert Kraft makes it clear he's 'rooting for Tom Brady' in Super Bowl

Kraft previously admitted that Brady heading to another team was not how he wanted the partnership to end.

CeeDee Lamb: 'No secret' Cowboys want Dak Prescott back

Lamb is hardly alone in expressing his desire for Prescott to remain in Dallas.

Tampa Bay mayor jokingly supports changing city name to 'Tompa Bay' if Bucs win Super Bowl

Tom Brady's first season in Tampa Bay has gone about as well as anyone could have imagined, with the Buccaneers just a win away from winning their second Super Bowl in franchise history.

Pelicans reportedly in early trade talks with teams about JJ Redick, Lonzo Ball

Both Ball and Redick make sense as trade pieces for New Orleans, as Ball is set to become a restricted free agent after the season, while Redick will be an unrestricted free agent.

NBA, NBPA reportedly agree to March 7 All-Star Game

With the NBA already facing a shortened season due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many assumed that the league would follow the NFL and MLB's lead and not have its All-Star Game this year.

Larry Fitzgerald says he has 'no timeline' on retirement decision

Regardless of whether or not Fitzgerald decides to play another season, he has already easily earned himself a spot in the Hall of Fame.

De'Aaron Fox gets 'brutally honest' about NBA All-Star Game: 'I think it's stupid'

The NBA is moving closer to reaching a deal with the players' union for the All-Star Game to be played in March, but some players have made it clear they don't support the idea.

76ers coach Doc Rivers: 'If this is the best we are, we aren't good enough'

For the 15-6 76ers, this approach is probably beneficial given their disappointing postseason performances over the last several seasons.

Eric Bieniemy focused on Super Bowl, not head coaching snub

If the Chiefs do manage to win on Sunday, Bieniemy certainly deserves a healthy amount of credit for helping engineer the most potent offensive attack in recent memory.

Chiefs RB Le'Veon Bell: Patrick Mahomes 'might be the greatest player ever'

Mahomes is already off to perhaps the greatest start to a career in NFL history.