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Colum Dell

Colum is a Texas transplant, born and raised in New Jersey. In addition to being a West Virginia University alumnus, he is a long-suffering New York Giants, Knicks and Mets fan. He joined Yardbarker in November 2022 and has primarily covered the NFL since. You can find him on X @columdell

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ESPN analyst guarantees this Heisman winner will be a top-five pick in 2024 NFL Draft

ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper Jr. sees LSU QB Jayden Daniels as a guaranteed top-five draft pick and credits Lamar Jackson for the evolution of the quarterback position.

One trade idea to raise middle-of-the-pack NBA teams' ceilings

The 2024 NBA trade deadline is on Feb. 8 at 3 p.m. ET, but several teams have already executed noteworthy deals.

Three free agents the Giants should consider pursuing this offseason

After failing to return to the playoffs and finishing with a 6-11 record, the New York Giants enter the 2024 offseason facing even more uncertainty than last year.

2024 NFL coaching carousel predictions

The 2024 NFL free-agent head-coaching class is arguably the greatest ever and is so stacked that future Hall of Famers and former Coach of the Year winners might not land a job this offseason.

How each QB that Cam Newton dubbed a 'game manager' has fared in the playoffs so far

Maybe former NFL MVP Cam Newton had a point to his claims.

Former Patriots star names team 'coming in hot' for Bill Belichick

The Bill Belichick sweepstakes is ramping up after he and the Patriots parted ways last week, and retired tight end Rob Gronkowski says one NFC team is in hot pursuit of his former head coach. 

Reporter reveals Commanders' 'top choice' for head-coaching job

It appears that one candidate has emerged as the clear front-runner for Washington.

Jets' decision to stick with Robert Saleh continues to look questionable

Since Saleh was hired in 2021, the Jets have the fourth-worst record in the NFL and rank last in points scored.

The cold truth: What previous wintry-weather playoff games tell us about Dolphins' chances

In a wild-card game Saturday night at 8 ET, the battered Miami Dolphins (11-6) will play at the Kansas City Chiefs (11-6) in what is expected to be one of the coldest games in NFL history.

Three potential candidates to replace Wink Martindale as Giants DC

The November rumors of "tension" between New York Giants HC Brian Daboll and DC Don "Wink" Martindale apparently weren't just smoke.

Watch: Michigan's Blake Corum clinches Wolverines' first national championship since 1997

Senior running back Blake Corum's late-game heroics sent the Michigan Wolverines to the College Football Playoff title game last week. On Monday, he secured Michigan its first national title since 1997.

Report: Patriots could re-hire Josh McDaniels if Bill Belichick is retained

Although the Patriots have yet to make a decision on the job status of six-time Super Bowl-winning head coach Bill Belichick, the 71-year-old could be joined on the sidelines by a familiar face if he is retained.

Report: Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy expected to make NFL decision after title game

As Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy attempts to lead the Wolverines to their first national championship win since 1997, NFL evaluators expect the junior to make a decision regarding his future in the coming days. 

Most disappointing offensive players from the 2023 NFL regular season

No one is safe from regression in the NFL, and the 2023 regular season was no different, as we saw several high-profile players fail to live up to their potential.

Most surprising stars of the 2023 NFL regular season

From Tyson Bagent to Tommy DeVito, the 2023 NFL season offered a variety of surprising names and storylines, but few played well enough to truly be considered an unexpected star.

10 most important players in the CFP championship game

The top-ranked Michigan Wolverines (14-0) take on the No. 2 Washington Huskies (14-0) in the College Football Playoff championship game at NRG Stadium on Monday (7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN).

Knicks could explore reunion with former starting shooting guard ahead of trade deadline

Detroit Pistons guard Alec Burks could make for an ideal (and familiar) fit for the New York Knicks ahead of the trade deadline.

One of the top-ranked QBs in 2024 draft class named 'perfect prospect' for Giants

Although the Tobacco Road rivalry primarily pertains to the fierce competition between Duke and North Carolina basketball, Pro Football Focus believes one NFL team would benefit from adding a new twist to it.

Four teams that should trade up for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft

The Chicago Bears figure to have plenty of suitors for the No. 1 overall pick ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. Here are four teams to keep an eye on.

Why Washington's Michael Penix Jr. shouldn't be a draft target for Giants

Penix could ultimately solidify himself as the consensus third-ranked quarterback in April's class.

Week 18 AFC East predictions: Bills win division title, Jets snap 15-game skid against Patriots

Here are our predictions for the AFC in the final week of the regular season.

Three trade targets for Knicks after acquiring OG Anunoby

Here are three players New York should target to get the most out of the OG Anunoby acquisition.

The 10 most important players in the College Football Playoff semifinals

The College Football Playoff kicks off on Monday, and in the final year of the four-team format, this may be the most competitive field since its inception.  Here are the top 10 players to watch during Monday's semifinal games: Rose Bowl Game | No.

Fantasy football start 'em, sit 'em: Can 49ers QB Brock Purdy bounce back in Week 17?

It's the final week of the 2023 fantasy football season, and one lineup decision could determine whether your team takes home the championship.

Week 17 AFC East predictions: Browns' Joe Flacco makes Jets regret letting him go

Each AFC East team picked up a win in Week 16, and the Miami Dolphins are only one more victory away from securing their first division title since 2008.