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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 

Ty Lue: Clippers' struggles are about 'chemistry and continuity' rather than 'the guys not liking each other'

Is Lue potentially suggesting he may veer away from Doc Rivers' load management strategy that kept Kawhi Leonard off the court for multiple games last season?

Broncos' Drew Lock ready to embrace his inner Darth Vader vs. Chiefs

Lock grew up a Chiefs fan and while he acknowledges it's "hard to forget" his lifetime fandom, the 23-year-old says he is excited to face his role as the villain.

Eagles tight end Zach Ertz not expected back for four to six weeks due to ankle injury

Losing Ertz is a brutal blow for the Eagles, as they try to get their season back on track after starting the year 1-4-1.

Spanish journalist apologizes for racist remarks about Barcelona's Ansu Fati

It's a pretty half-hearted apology from Sostres, who seems to be taking the "I'm sorry you feel that way" route instead of simply taking accountability.

Is the NBA planning to start next season on MLK Day?

There are obviously a lot of questions that surround starting the season beyond just the actual date, including if the league still hopes to play a full 82-game season and if games will be played in front of fans.

Ezekiel Elliott doesn't think there's a 'specific answer' for his fumbling problem this season

Before this season, Elliott was considered one of the most sure-handed running backs in the league, but he has already fumbled five times this year.

NFL insiders 'openly wondering' if Falcons will trade Matt Ryan and Julio Jones?

If Atlanta was able to get the right haul, perhaps a scenario such as this isn't as crazy as it initially sounds. Only time will tell.

Anonymous players unload on Cowboys coaching staff

If the Cowboys want to be taken seriously as a contender, McCarthy and the staff will need to lock it up and get their players on board.

Lakers request career-ending injury application for Luol Deng contract

Many around the league believe that the Lakers' application will be denied due to the fact that he played for Minnesota after his time in Los Angeles.

Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn 'will get more time ... for now'

Lynn has faced criticism for failing to maximize the play of quarterback Justin Herbert, who has far surpassed expectations as a rookie.

Analyst: Browns need to accept Baker Mayfield is 'an average to below-average quarterback'

If the Browns decide the best decision is to move on from Mayfield, they could do it with relative ease, as his rookie contract is set to expire after next season. 

Ryan Tannehill on mentality with Titans: I play like 'my job is on the line'

The 32-year-old quarterback has been nothing short of phenomenal since taking over at quarterback last season.

Dolphins name Tua Tagovailoa starting quarterback

Despite Ryan Fitzpatrick's play keeping the Dolphins competitive, they're ready to control of the huddle to their first-round pick.

Bengals receiver John Ross reportedly requests trade

Ross was a highly touted prospect when he was taken by the Bengals with the ninth pick in the 2017 draft after running the fastest 40-yard dash time in NFL Combine history.

Jaguars coach Doug Marrone won't rule out benching Gardner Minshew

In his second year, Minshew has put up solid stats but has struggled to keep the Jaguars in games. In the last two games, the Jaguars have scored a combined 30 points.

Derrick Jones Jr. expected to draw interest from Bulls, Hawks, Pistons in free agency

Jones was a solid contributor for Miami during the regular season, averaging 8.5 points, 3.9 rebounds while shooting over 50% from the field.

Report: Miami Heat not interested in Victor Oladipo, have eyes on 'bigger fish'

So if Oladipo is not the piece Miami is hoping to add, who is the "bigger fish" they hope to reel in?

Jerami Grant expected to draw interest Mavericks, Pistons, Suns, Heat in free agency

Of course, Grant could also end up sticking around in Denver, as he has proven to be a pretty perfect fit with the Nuggets.

Ex-Astros GM Jeff Luhnow: People involved in cheating scandal still employed with team

Luhnow also denied his role in the cheating scandal, saying that he did not know about the elaborate malfeasance until 2018.

Ezekiel Elliott takes blame after multiple fumbles in loss: 'I have to be better'

Unfortunately for the Cowboys, Elliott's butterfingers look less like an anomaly and more like a trend this season. He has already fumbled five times this year.

Tyronn Lue agrees to five-year deal to become Clippers head coach

Lue has long been the leading candidate to take over as Clippers head coach after Los Angeles parted ways with Doc Rivers last month.

Anthony Davis won't return to Disney World 'for at least two years'

It's an understandable position for Davis and the rest of his Lakers teammates to have, as they had been stuck in the Orlando bubble for over three months, facing isolation and complete separation from their friends and family. 

A.J. Green shuts down trade rumors, says he wants to remain with Bengals

Green is right that there is a lot to be excited about when it comes to the future of Cincinnati, despite the team's 1-3-1 record.

Browns send Odell Beckham Jr. home with illness, say it's not COVID-19

The receiver is off to a solid start to his second year in Cleveland, racking up 294 yards and three touchdowns while helping the Browns get off to a 4-1 start.

Report: Daryl Morey, Rockets mutually agree to part ways

With Morey stepping down after more than 13 years with the team, the Rockets will have to work on finding a new general manager along with a new head coach.