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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.

Report: Buccaneers WR Antonio Brown expected back for Super Bowl

The veteran wide receiver suffered a knee injury during the Bucs' divisional-round matchup against the New Orleans Saints.

Matthew Stafford's wife confirms QB is moving on from Lions

Kelly Stafford thanked the Detroit community in her post, saying the city will always be her home. She also said she's unsure what the future holds for her and her husband. 

Report: Chiefs OT Eric Fisher to miss Super Bowl after tearing Achilles

Fisher played in 15 of 16 games during the regular season and has been a key piece of Kansas City's offensive unit since being selected first overall in 2013. 

Report: Eagles hire Shane Steichen as offensive coordinator

Steichen became the Chargers interim offensive coordinator during the 2019 season and was given the full-time job in 2020. He is credited with helping Justin Herbert put together a tremendous rookie campaign.

Houston mayor hopes Deshaun Watson decides to stay with Texans

Watson is reportedly upset that he has been left out of the team's general manager and head-coaching search. Texans owner Cal McNair previously told him he would be involved.

Aaron Rodgers unsure about future with Packers after NFC Championship Game loss

The two-time MVP completed a career-high 70.7% of his passes for 4,299 yards and a career-high 48 touchdowns against just five interceptions. He also had 149 yards and three rushing scores.

Jayson Tatum expected to return against Bulls on Monday

Tatum is averaging 26.9 points, 7.1 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game while shooting 47.4% from the field and 43.8% from deep. 

Gerrit Cole encouraged Yankees to trade for Jameson Taillon

The New York Yankees acquired Jameson Taillon from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday in exchange for four prospects. It appears one Bronx Bomber encouraged the move.

Report: NHL considering prospect showcase tournament before draft

Scouting 2021 NHL prospects could be pretty difficult due to COVID-19. However, it appears the league is looking into an interesting solution to the issue.

Giants targeting Jackie Bradley Jr., Eddie Rosario for outfield?

The Giants are currently expected to use Alex Dickerson, Mauricio Dubon and Mike Yastrzemski in the outfield in 2021. That could change if they acquire either Bradley, Rosario or both.

Report: Tom Brady to earn $1 million in incentives if Buccaneers win Super Bowl

Brady has already earned $1.25 million in postseason-related incentives, and he has a chance to add to that total. 

Report: Seahawks want to interview Bills QB coach Ken Dorsey for OC position

Dorsey's emergence as an offensive coordinator candidate likely stems from Josh Allen's breakout season. The young quarterback set several Bills' franchise records en route to the team's first AFC East title since 1995. 

Hornets HC James Borrego explains why LaMelo Ball is playing limited minutes

During a 123-110 loss to the Chicago Bulls, Ball had seven points, two assists, two steals and one rebound. However, he also had a season-high five turnovers off the bench. 

Greg Olsen announces retirement from NFL after 14 seasons

Olsen ends his career ranked fifth in NFL history for receiving yards (8,683) and receptions (742) among tight ends. He also ranks eighth among tight ends with 60 career touchdowns. 

Report: Deshaun Watson expected to want trade regardless of Texans' HC hire

The Texans' eventual head-coaching hire will not change Deshaun Watson's mind, no matter who it is.

Rex Ryan: Players signed with Patriots because of Tom Brady, not Bill Belichick

According to Ryan, players wanted to play in New England to play with Brady, not to be coached by Belichick.

Buccaneers' Antoine Winfield Jr. ruled out for NFC Championship Game

Winfield Jr., the Bucs' 2020 second-round pick, has 11 solo tackles, two tackles for a loss and a fumble recovery in Tampa's two playoff games.

Pirates trade Jameson Taillon to Yankees for prospects

The Yankees acquired Jameson Taillon from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for prospects Miguel Yajure, Roansy Contreras, Maikel Escotto, and Canaan Smith.

LeBron James, Anthony Davis 'still have trouble' with Kobe Bryant's death

It's been nearly one year since Kobe Bryant died in a tragic helicopter crash alongside his daughter, Gianna, and seven others. LeBron James and Anthony Davis are still struggling to process his death. 

Patriots were finalists for Stefon Diggs before trade to Bills?

The Bills offered the Vikings 2020 their first-, fifth- and sixth-round picks and a 2021 fourth-round pick for Diggs. Belichick did not have a counteroffer, making Diggs a Bill. 

Report: Teams not permitted in Tampa Bay for Super Bowl LV until Feb. 5

In normal circumstances, the Super Bowl teams would settle in one week prior to the big game. 

Report: Texans expected to request second interviews with Eric Bieniemy, Leslie Frazier

ESPN's Adam Schefter says both candidates believe they have a "legitimate chance" at landing the Texans' job and have begun assembling a coaching staff in case they are hired. 

Report: Buccaneers want Antonio Brown back for 2021 season

In eight games this season, Brown had 45 receptions for 483 yards and four touchdowns. He instantly became one of Brady's top targets alongside Chris Godwin, Mike Evans and Rob Gronkowski. 

Report: Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes not 100%, suffering from turf toe

Patrick Mahomes exited last weekend's divisional-round matchup against the Cleveland Browns with a concussion, but he also suffered another injury during the contest. 

Browns LB Mack Wilson not fined for hit on Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes

Wilson will not be fined for the hit that put Mahomes in concussion protocol during last weekend's divisional-round matchup.