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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 

Man U's Edinson Cavani faces potential ban for 'insulting' language in IG post

The FA announced in a statement that "the comment constitutes an 'Aggravated Breach'... as it included reference, whether express or implied, to colour and/or race and/or ethnic origin."

Chargers RB Austin Ekeler will likely play, WRs Keenan Allen and Mike Williams game-time decision vs. Raiders

Ekeler suffered a grade-2 hamstring strain back in Week 4 and was forced to miss eight weeks before finally returning to the Chargers' offense in their Week 12 matchup against the Buffalo Bills.

MLB owners reportedly want to push start of season to May

The MLB was able to complete a 60-game season amidst the pandemic earlier this year but it certainly was not without its hiccups, with several teams experiencing outbreaks that threatened to derail the season.

Lions 'not overly optimistic' Matthew Stafford will play vs. Titans due to rib injury

For most of his career, Stafford has been one of the NFL's iron men, starting in every game for the Lions from 2011-18 before missing half of last season due to a non-displaced fracture in his spine.

Roger Federer reveals he could miss Australian Open due to knee not being 100%

Having to miss this much time recovering is a concern for any tennis player, but it takes an extra toll on a 39-year-old who may not have that many chances left.

Giannis Antetokounmpo signs five-year, $228 million supermax extension with Bucks

The back-to-back MVP had until Monday, Dec. 21 to sign the supermax or he would have to wait until after the season to sign the deal.

John Harbaugh heaps effusive praise on Justin Tucker after game-winning FG

Thanks to Tucker, the Ravens now hold on to the seventh and final playoff spot in the AFC.

Report: Giannis Antetokounmpo in no rush to sign supermax extension

If Giannis hits the free-agent market, he will be the most desirable player to do so since Kevin Durant left the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Colts coach Frank Reich: Philip Rivers 'has multiple years of good football ahead of him'

Rivers, who spent his entire career with the Chargers before joining the Colts during the offseason, has been solid, if not quite spectacular this season, throwing 20 touchdowns and just nine interceptions.

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones dismisses 'ridiculous' rumors that Mike McCarthy will be fired after season

This may come as a shock to some, but firing a head coach after their first season is a rare occurrence, even in an environment as cutthroat as the NFL.

Browns coach Kevin Stefanski not interested in 'moral victories' after tough loss to Ravens

It would be easy for Stefanski to treat Monday night's loss as a win, as his team played incredibly hard and still are in prime position to grab a wild-card spot in the AFC.

NBA exec believes that Houston Rockets are headed toward an implosion: 'The whole situation is toxic'

as the Rockets are in a very strange position due to Harden's unhappiness, as well as several massive changes made by the franchise over the offseason.

Washington Football Team reportedly 'optimistic' Alex Smith will start vs. Seahawks

Smith has pulled off perhaps the most remarkable comeback in NFL history, as most assumed his football career was done after he suffered a broken fibula and tibia in November 2018, which almost cost him his leg.

Sarah Fuller thanks Vanderbilt for 'amazing opportunity' after season comes to an end

Fuller is a senior and will not be available to play next season, but her time as a college athlete is not over yet, as she is also the goalkeeper for Vanderbilt's women's soccer team.

Lamar Jackson says 'cramping' caused him to head to locker room: 'I didn't pull a Paul Pierce'

Video of Jackson heading to the locker room caused some to wonder if the reigning MVP needed to take a bathroom break or if he had not gotten to the bathroom in time.

Youth football coach who was filmed hitting player fired from sheriff's office but will not be charged

The Savannah Gators have let Gerrel Williams go after a video surfaced showing the youth football coach hitting one of his players during a game. 

Jets head coach Adam Gase 'surprised' Jamal Adams criticized his leadership

Gase told reporters that he felt that he and Adams had a good relationship, but "obviously he felt different."

Paul George signs four-year, $190 million max extension with Clippers

The new contract does feature a player option for the 2024-25 season, meaning that George could potentially opt out one year early.

Eight out of 541 NBA players test positive in latest round of COVID-19 testing

This is the first time the NBA is dealing with positive tests since the league was shut down in March following Rudy Gobert testing positive.

NBA working on leaguewide protocol for when vaccine is available

There is some disagreement about how open players will be to receiving a vaccine. While many insist players will welcome it, others feel that players will need to be shown that it is safe and secure before taking a vaccination. 

Texans players feared they were being 'followed by someone representing the team'

This bizarre, intrusive style of leadership seems to come from Jack Easterby, the longtime character coach for the Patriots who was named the executive vice president of football operations for the Texans earlier this year.

LeBron James says he'll 'never' be comfortable playing without fans

While the NBA has expressed optimism that fans will be able to attend games once a vaccine is available, there's no clear timeline when that will actually happen.

Bears pause team activities after positive COVID test

Fortunately for the league, the finish line is in sight, with only four weeks left in the regular season.

Steph Curry excited for the Warriors 'starting at ground zero again'

After five consecutive trips to the NBA Finals, the Golden State Warriors fell off a cliff last season, having the worst record in the Western Conference and earning the second pick in the draft.

Cowboys 'not nervous' to sign Dak Prescott to long-term deal despite Wentz's benching

What's interesting about the Cowboys is that they seem more committed to Prescott after he got injured, as they failed to reach a long-term deal with their quarterback heading into the season.