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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 

Dolphins GM: Tua Tagovailoa is our starter

He will need to develop his skills over the offseason to prove to any doubters that he is Miami's long-term answer at quarterback.

J.J. Watt apologizes to Deshaun Watson for Texans' disappointing season: 'We wasted one of your years'

While few thought the Texans would be Super Bowl contenders, almost nobody thought that they would end up with the third-worst record in the league, ahead of only the Jacksonville Jaguars and New York Jets.

Chargers interested in Urban Meyer as next head coach?

Meyer has mostly been linked to the Jacksonville Jaguars, but the Chargers are an attractive destination in their own right.

Eagles running back Miles Sanders: 'Nobody liked the decision' to bench Jalen Hurts

The Eagles had already been eliminated from playoff contention heading into the matchup and coaches giving backups a chance to play in meaningless late-season games is something that has been done for years.

Bogdan Bogdanovic reflects on failed sign-and-trade with Bucks

Bogdanovic said he feels like, despite all the chaos, he ended up in the right spot for him.

Anonymous NBA exec: James Harden unwilling to make sacrifices to win title

Harden has reportedly requested a trade from the Rockets and hopes to end up on a team he believes is capable of winning it all, with the Philadelphia 76ers and Brooklyn Nets at the top of his hypothetical wish list.

Kevin Stefanski, four others test positive for COVID-19, will miss playoff game vs. Steelers

The Browns were forced to shut down team facilities five times over the last 10 days to conduct contact tracing, as they have been forced to play without several key players over the last several weeks due to positive tests.

Jerry Jones: Dak Prescott has complete leverage over Cowboys in contract negotiations

The 27-year-old quarterback is set to become a free agent after the season, and the Cowboys were unable to get much traction in terms of signing Dak to a long-term deal last offseason.

Frank Gore open to returning for 17th season

While Gore's best days are clearly behind him, he has proven to be a useful backup running back over the past few years. This season, his first with the New York Jets, he ran for 653 yards and even managed to score two TDs.

Report: Multiple Eagles players were 'angry' at coach Doug Pederson for benching Jalen Hurts

McLane also reported that Hurts was "distraught" by the benching, as he likely wanted the chance to end the season on a high note and to establish himself as the clear front-runner in the Eagles' quarterback competition.

De'Aaron Fox downplays Marvin Bagley trade rumors: 'It hasn't been brought up'

The Kings point guard explained that he spoke with Bagley and coach Luke Walton to quickly make sure that there was no real tension and then they all proceeded with business as usual.

Report that Urban Meyer is seeking $12 million salary to coach Jaguars 'not accurate'

Meyer is a highly-sought-after coach, as his track record is nearly impeccable, winning three college football National Championships during his time coaching the Florida Gators and Ohio State Buckeyes.

Kyle Lowry on Raptors' 1-5 start: 'We have no swagger'

Before this season, the Raptors had been the model of consistency in the Eastern Conference, making the playoffs each of the last seven seasons, including winning a title in 2018.

LeBron James 'ready to go' for Christmas day game vs. Mavericks

LeBron James has never missed a Christmas game in his career and he isn't planning to start now.

Ron Rivera admits he wonders what could have been had Cam Newton stayed healthy with the Panthers

What would have happened if Cam Newton's career had not been derailed by injuries? Ron Rivera, Newton's former coach during his time with the Carolina Panthers, admits he's wondered about that himself. 

Mitch Trubisky 'very confident' as starting quarterback for Bears

When Mitchell Trubisky lost his job as the Bears' starting quarterback in Week 3, many wondered if he was done as a starting QB in the NFL. But after Chicago lost 6 consecutive games with Nick Foles, Trubisky was given another opportunity.

Rudy Gobert reflects on mic-touching fiasco

The moment of levity took on some unexpected weight when, two days later, Gobert became the first player in the NBA to test positive for COVID-19.

Jets punter Braden Mann laughs off fans angry about game-saving tackle

Usually, a player helping his team win gets celebrated by fans, but in the case of the Jets, some fans were angry at Mann because the team lost its hold on the top pick in the 2021 draft.

Gordon Hayward offers advice to LaMelo Ball after scoreless NBA debut

Hopefully, the rookie takes his veteran teammate's advice and doesn't let this game stick with him.

Lions interim head coach Darrell Bevell will miss game due to COVID protocols

Wide receivers coach Robert Prince will fill in at the head coach position in Bevell's place, with quarterbacks coach Sean Ryan handling play-calling duties for the team.

Doug Pederson praises Carson Wentz for handling benching like a 'pro'

There have been rumors that Wentz is unhappy with taking on a backup role and that if Hurts is the starting quarterback moving forward, he may want to play elsewhere.

Dan Snyder: Washington minority owners trying to 'extort me'

The NFL is currently investigating the allegations made against Snyder.

Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott 'on track' to play vs. Eagles

Elliott has struggled in 2020, having arguably his worst season as a pro.

Karl-Anthony Towns explains how he's forever changed following mother's death

When he was asked about the growth and change he has experienced over the last nine months, Towns said he almost feels like an entirely different person than he was before.

Giannis Antetokounmpo 'upset' about missing potential game-winning free throw

The Bucks appeared to have the game in hand, holding a two-point lead over the Celtics with less than 10 seconds left, but Jayson Tatum was able to put Boston back on top by banking in a three-pointer with under a second remaining.