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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.

NFL MVPs: Standouts and surprises for all 32 teams ahead of Week 4

Through three weeks of the NFL season, a clear theme has emerged: Some of the league’s biggest names are delivering as expected, but plenty of surprises are shaping the early storylines. 

Jaxson Dart and five other NFL QBs who started sooner than expected

The best laid plans of NFL coaches often go awry, especially when developing rookie quarterbacks.

Eagles D-lineman shows off uncanny speed in walk-off win vs. Rams

There's nothing in football quite like watching a massive lineman run with the ball and on Sunday, football fans were treated to a remarkable big-man run.

Vikings' big offseason addition already making franchise history

The new Vikings cornerback made franchise history on Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals.

NFL knee-jerk reactions: Super Bowl locks, QB chaos and shocking starts across the league

Two weeks into the 2025 NFL season, the takes are getting hotter than a mid-September turf field. Across the league, early results are fueling bold declarations from Yardbarker NFL writers, which are presented to you here.

Chiefs get lucky with Xavier Worthy's injury, but it won't solve all their problems

The Chiefs avoided the worst, but they're not out of the woods.

32 starters, 32 stories: The stats that define every NFL starting QB in 2025

A QB's performance on any given week can shape a franchise’s future and determine the fate of his teammates.

Micah Parsons discusses toxic offseason after Packers' Week 1 win

The Green Bay Packers' new defensive end Micah Parsons didn't have much time to jell with his new teammates ahead of Week 1.

Giants continue troubling trends under Brian Daboll

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll has a theme for the kind of players he wants on his team.

Raiders rookie starts his career with hard-earned TD

He is just the sixth Raiders running back to score a rushing touchdown in his NFL debut.

Giants rookie may make debut much sooner than expected

Could a Giants rookie who was expected to take some time learning on the sideline find a way onto the field in Week 1?

Andrew Thomas' injury status might not spell disaster for Giants in Week 1

New York Giants star left tackle Andrew Thomas was listed as doubtful to play Week 1 following a limited practice on Friday. While Thomas is the only player listed on the Giants' injury report, many would think his potential absence could spell doom for New York's chance to get a season-opening win.

Caitlin Clark makes monumental decision as Fever try to hold onto playoff berth

The Fever have managed to hold onto eighth place in the standings despite the absence of their best player.

NFL 2025: One player on every team with the most to prove

NFL players are continually required to prove themselves, but here we look at one player from each team that will be especially under the microscope in 2025.

Five NFL teams that must win their Week 1 matchups

A bad first impression in Week 1 could very well be the last impression some NFL teams leave.

Predicting the standings for each NFL division

With the NFL season about to kick off, there's no better time to look ahead and predict how the division standings will shake out by season's end. 

Five memorable moments from Tommy DeVito's tenure with Giants

On Tuesday, ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter broke the news that the New York Giants released quarterback Tommy DeVito.

Angry Mike Vrabel vows to find 'rats' within Patriots organization who leaked major news

It's notable that Vrabel's time as head coach in New England is already off to a contentious start.

Uncovering each NFL team's 'hidden flaw'

The NFL season will officially kick off before long. This week, Yardbarker's NFL writers got together to uncover the "hidden flaw" each team is still looking to address before Week 1. 

Rams shouldn't rest easy even with Matthew Stafford back on the field

The Los Angeles Rams got some welcome news Monday morning when starting quarterback Matthew Stafford returned to practice after weeks on the sidelines, but that shouldn't assuage all their fears.

Tennessee's groundbreaking Adidas deal a game-changer for college sports in NIL era

Expect these types of deals to become the norm, too, as universities seek every competitive advantage against one another.

AP preseason rankings highlight USC's tough position in Big Ten

The University of Southern California's football program was given a stark reminder that the team isn't a top contender in the Big Ten Conference.

Four most important NFL players returning from injury at training camp

Across the NFL, training camp is well underway, meaning hope springs eternal for all 32 teams — at least for the summer while everyone is 0-0. These hopes are also fueled by the return of key players from season-ending injuries.

Nico Iamaleava clears the air on decision to transfer to UCLA

On Thursday, new University of California, Los Angeles quarterback Nico Iamaleava took to the podium for the first time as a Bruin, marking a major shift in how NIL deals can quickly change team dynamics and narratives.