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Conor Killmurray

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Conor Killmurray is a long-suffering fan of New York sports, particularly the Giants and Mets—a potent combination for heartbreak, if you ask him. He graduated from West Chester University with a degree in English and enjoys searching for the most interesting sports stories to write about.

Five candidates the Giants should consider after firing Brian Daboll

The New York Giants are back on the head coaching carousel after firing Brian Daboll on Monday. While the 2-8 Giants are currently a mess, this job will likely be a coveted opening.

Dan Campbell's change could be the competitive edge Lions were missing

The Detroit Lions offense is not quite the same powerhouse unit it was last season. On Sunday, though, head coach Dan Campbell looked to correct that by taking the direction of the offense into his own hands.

Giants' Jaxson Dart breaks more NFL records despite another loss

The New York Giants are not a good football team. With another fourth quarter collapse in a 24-20 loss to the Chicago Bears, the Giants have proven they're experts at making all the wrong decisions.

Four playoff pretenders at the midway point of the NFL season

The NFL postseason picture is starting to come into focus. It may be too early to see which team is a contender, but there are signs to figure out the pretenders.

Jaxson Dart's postgame comments highlight pressure Brian Daboll is under

The poor play and management of the New York Giants is suffocating the spark that rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart has given the team. Still, Dart continues to provide hope, both on and off the field, that brighter days are ahead for Big Blue.

Two contenders that should pursue Bengals' Trey Hendrickson following latest report

Which teams should be picking up the phone and making a serious offer for the All-Pro pass rusher?

Giants' Kayvon Thibodeaux has blunt assessment of latest tush push controversy

The New York Giants can't blame their 38-20 Week 8 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles on poor officiating, but controversy still emerged regarding Sunday's game.

Jets legendary center Nick Mangold passes away at 41

New York Jets legendary offensive lineman Nick Mangold passed away due to complications from kidney disease, the team announced on Sunday. The former All-Pro center was 41 years old.

NFL rookie report cards 2025: Grading every team’s draft class after seven weeks

With seven weeks of the season in the books, Yardbarker NFL writers graded every NFL team’s rookie class based on production, efficiency and long-term promise.

Drake Maye makes Patriots history by breaking this Tom Brady record

Fans of the New England Patriots had to wait just four years before the team found its next franchise quarterback. Not only did they get a franchise QB, but a true successor to Tom Brady.

Brandon Graham considering major move to help struggling Eagles pass rush

The Philadelphia Eagles are searching for a solution to their struggles after losing two games in a row for the first time since 2023. Some of those answers will have to come schematically, but one of those answers might be in asking a legend to come back from retirement. 

2025 NFL trade deadline: One smart move every team should make

With a little more than half the season left, Yardbarker NFL writers pitch a trade each team should make before the deadline.  

Jaguars DE Josh Hines-Allen and son share special moment before Week 6 game

There are some moments that remind fans and players alike that there's so much more than football. 

Colts suffer pair of bizarre injuries during pregame warmups

Week 6 got off to a strange start for the Colts.

Giants HC Brian Daboll being investigated for Jaxson Dart situation

Overall, this appears to have been an avoidable situation.

The five worst touchdown celebrations that led to fumbles

One of the most egregious mistakes in football is when a player drops the ball before crossing the goal line. In 2025 alone, there have already been two such instances of players celebrating too early before scoring.

Giants make unwanted history in Jaxson Dart's first loss

While the score suggests a fairly hard-fought game, the reality is that the Giants made too many mistakes to overcome. So many mistakes, in fact, that New York made some unfortunate history. 

Colts rookie TE records a career first in blowout Week 5 win

The Indianapolis Colts are the surprise team of the season, and everyone is contributing to their success. While the biggest story has been the resurgence of quarterback Daniel Jones, the Colts are getting key contributions from everyone, including their rookies.

One positive development from each NFL franchise (even the bad teams)

October is National Positive Attitude Month, so this week, Yardbarker's NFL writers assembled to identify one positive development each NFL team has seen so far this season. 

How the 2025 Mets failure stands out in franchise history

The New York Mets are often strangers to success, but they're old friends with disappointment.

Dexter Lawrence's career first helps Giants earn Week 4 win

New York Giants star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II was conspicuously absent from the highlight reel through the first three weeks of the season. In Week 4, though, Lawrence made one of the best kinds of highlight plays — a big man interception and run.

Steelers backup QB robbed ahead of Week 4 win in Ireland

He has been on injured reserve since Sept. 10 due to a hamstring injury, but still traveled with the team for the NFL's first game in Ireland.

Why these four NFL running backs are off to slow starts

In a league dedicated to stopping the explosive playmaking ability of quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes or Josh Allen, the role of the running back has become more critical.