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Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh is a Boston sports fan through and through. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bridgewater State University and currently is in pursuit of her Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. Follow her on Twitter @ewalsh90.

Giants QB Daniel Jones downplays heated sideline interaction with Kenny Golladay

Jones said he thinks Golladay's desire for more passes thrown his way after a slow start to his Giants career played a role in his frustration. Golladay finished Thursday's loss with just three catches for 38 yards. 

Bengals WR Tee Higgins to change number, doesn't want to live in Chad Johnson's shadow

The 22-year-old believes he could end up being the last Bengals player to ever wear No. 85, telling ESPN he has a "good feeling" the franchise will retire the number one day. 

Ravens CB Chris Westry to miss at least one month with torn meniscus

If the 24-year-old is placed on injured reserve, he would become the 15th player to go on IR this year for Baltimore and the ninth player in the last 24 days.

Lions RB Jamaal Williams excited to return to Lambeau Field, face Packers

Williams spent his first four NFL seasons with the Packers before signing with the Lions in free agency this past offseason.

Former No. 3 overall pick Jahlil Okafor signing non-guaranteed deal with Hawks

Last season with the Detroit Pistons, the 25-year-old averaged 5.4 points, 2.4 rebounds and 0.2 blocks per game in just 27 appearances.

Washington Football Team QB Ryan Fitzpatrick won't have surgery on hip

The 38-year-old will instead rehab his injury through other methods with hopes of returning to the field this season

Tyron Woodley: Jake Paul 'scared' to book rematch

Paul defeated Woodley via split decision on Aug. 29 in Cleveland.

Sammy Watkins: Patrick Mahomes, Lamar Jackson view themselves as rivals

Mahomes and Jackson have met three times, and the Chiefs have won every game.

NHL expects 98% of players will be fully vaccinated before 2021-22 season

The NHL and NHL Players Association have been encouraging vaccination throughout the offseason. Players have also been warned about potential pay losses during the upcoming season if they don't get the shot.

Texans placing LB Kevin Pierre-Louis on injured reserve with hamstring injury

The 29-year-old signed a two-year deal with the Texans in March after spending the 2020 season with the Washington Football Team.

Veteran point guard Isaiah Thomas to reportedly work out for Warriors next week

The Warriors are in need of depth behind Curry as Jordan Poole is more of a shooting guard than a point guard. Gary Payton II and Chris Chiozza are also available.

Report: Baker Mayfield has yet to receive contract offer from Browns

According to The Athletic's Jeff Howe, Mayfield and the Browns have a positive relationship and have not ruled out opening contract discussions during the 2021 campaign.

Patriots reportedly have 'never been close' to trading Stephon Gilmore

Gilmore is in the final season of a five-year, $65 million contract and will become a free agent if he cannot reach a deal with the Patriots.

Browns QB Baker Mayfield: People took Tyrod Taylor for granted

Taylor has been supplanted by a rookie quarterback in each of his last two stops due to injuries, with Mayfield being elevated to QB1 and Justin Herbert landing the job with the Los Angeles Chargers. 

Rob Gronkowski praises 'unbelievable' Kyle Pitts ahead of Buccaneers-Falcons' Week 2 matchup

The Falcons selected Pitts fourth overall in the 2021 NFL Draft after a standout career with the Florida Gators. In 24 college games, the 20-year-old recorded 100 catches for 1,492 yards and 18 touchdowns.

Ravens sign veteran RB Devonta Freeman to active roster before Week 2 matchup against Chiefs

Freeman was not active for Baltimore's 33-27 overtime win against the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday night. Ty'Son Williams, Latavius Murray and Trenton Cannon handled duties in the backfield during Week 1.

Raiders QB Marcus Mariota out multiple weeks after aggravating quad injury

The Las Vegas Raiders hoped to incorporate backup quarterback Marcus Mariota in their lineup regularly this season. That lasted just one play. 

Broncos WR KJ Hamler blames himself for Jerry Jeudy's ankle injury

Jeudy suffered the injury in the third quarter of the team's season-opening loss to the New York Giants. It came five plays after Hamler dropped what would have been a 50-yard touchdown pass from Teddy Bridgewater.

49ers signing former Lions RB Kerryon Johnson to practice squad 

The news comes after Raheem Mostert announced he would undergo season-ending knee surgery. 

Buccaneers RB Ronald Jones to start against Falcons despite Week 1 struggles

Jones disappeared from Thursday's season opener against the Cowboys after fumbling in the first half.

Bills to require all guests 12 and older to be vaccinated to attend home games

For Buffalo's home games on Sept. 26 and Oct. 3, fans will be allowed to enter with one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The new policy goes into effect on Oct. 31.

Rockets have reportedly held discussions with free-agent point guards

The Houston Rockets are in need of a point guard after The Athletic's Shams Charania reported the franchise plans to trade veteran John Wall this year. 

Report: Rockets, John Wall working on trade ahead of 2021-22 season

The plan is for Wall to remain present around the team entering training camp. However, he will not play in games for Houston this season.

Tom Brady: Mike Evans will be a Hall of Famer

Evans was Brady's favorite target during his first season in Tampa in 2020. The 28-year-old had 70 catches on 109 targets for 1,006 yards and a career-high 13 touchdowns. 

Tom Brady praises 'unselfish' Buccaneers receivers: 'It's a great luxury for a quarterback'

Brady praised his receivers in Tampa, calling them "unselfish," adding the depth at the position is a "luxury" for a quarterback.