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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.

Falcons' Younghoe Koo on missed kick: 'At that moment, I just have to come through'

The Atlanta Falcons had the opportunity to push Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs into overtime with a field goal. The universe had other plans for Raheem Morris' squad.

Bills RB T.J. Yeldon tests positive for COVID-19, ruled out against Patriots

The Buffalo Bills will not have T.J. Yeldon with them on Monday night against the New England Patriots.  The running back tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday morning.

Frank Gore joins elite company with 16,000 career rushing yards

Walter Payton. Emmitt Smith. Frank Gore. These are the only members of the 16,000 rushing yard club in NFL history.

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce makes history in win over Falcons

The Kansas City Chiefs barely defeated the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. Even though Andy Reid's squad moved to 14-1 with the 17-14 win, that's not what everyone was talking about.  During Sunday's game, Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce made history.

Capitals sign veteran goaltender Craig Anderson to pro tryout

The Capitals are now expected to use Ilya Samsonov as their No. 1 goaltender, but they still need a reliable No. 2. With that in mind, Washington signed veteran goaltender Craig Anderson to a professional tryout agreement.

Lakers' Anthony Davis out against Timberwolves with calf contusion

Davis suffered a right calf contusion in the team's season opener against the Clippers on Tuesday and reaggravated it on Friday against the Dallas Mavericks.

Washington names rookie DE Chase Young captain after Dwayne Haskins fallout

Washington's decision to name Young a captain doesn't come as much of a surprise. The 21-year-old is expected to be a staple in the team's  defense for many years to come.

Coyotes trade Derek Stepan to Senators for second-round pick

Derek Stepan is set to play for the third team of his NHL career. The Coyotes traded the veteran center to the Senators on Saturday in exchange for a second-round pick in the 2021 NHL Draft

Damon Harrison: 'It's time to move on' from Seahawks

Seattle Seahawks veteran defensive tackle Damon Harrison asked to be released from the franchise after learning he'd be inactive against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. 

Knicks rookie Obi Toppin out seven to 10 days with right calf strain

The New York Knicks will be without rookie forward Obi Toppin for at least seven-to-10 days. An MRI confirmed the 22-year-old suffered a right calf strain, the team announced Saturday.

Braves Hall of Fame pitcher Phil Niekro dies at 81

Legendary Major League Baseball pitcher Phil Niekro died on Saturday night at the age of 81, the league announced Sunday. 

Warriors center Marquese Chriss to miss remainder of season with broken leg

It's unclear how Chriss broke his leg. He didn't leave Friday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks with any known injuries. 

Raiders coach Jon Gruden doesn't regret passing up late TD in loss to Dolphins

Jon Gruden is standing by his decision to have his team kick a field goal and waste the clock instead of going for a touchdown late in their  26-25 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Saturday.

Tua Tagovailoa to remain Dolphins starting QB despite Ryan Fitzpatrick's comeback win

Despite Ryan Fitzpatrick's 26-25 comeback win over the Raiders on Sunday, the Dolphins plan to keep rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa as their starter moving forward.

NFL execs believe Bears will consider re-signing Mitchell Trubisky

With back-to-back wins over the Texans and Vikings, some believe that Trubisky could remain in Chicago despite the team declining his fifth-year option.

Report: Chiefs QB coach Mike Kafka drawing interest as HC candidate

Kafka is in his fourth season with the Chiefs. He served as Kansas City's offensive quality control coach in 2017 before beginning to coach the quarterbacks in 2018.

Report: Washington 'likely to move on' from Dwayne Haskins in 2021

With Dwayne Haskins' career in Washington at a standstill, it appears the team is going to move on from him in 2021.

Report: NFL fines Ravens $250K for COVID-19 violations

The NFL fined the Ravens $250,000 for their coronavirus outbreak in November that forced Baltimore's AFC North showdown with the Pittsburgh Steelers to be rescheduled three times.

Report: NFL planning to expand regular season to 17 games in 2021

It sounds like football fans will get an extra week of regular-season action in 2021, for better or for worse. The NFL is reportedly planning to expand the regular season to 17 games next season.

Lightning All-Star Nikita Kucherov to undergo hip surgery, miss regular season

In seven seasons with the Lightning, Kucherov has notched 547 points (221 goals, 326 assists) in 515 games. During the 2018-19 season, he won the Hart Trophy as the league's MVP.

Rajon Rondo to miss Hawks' season opener due to COVID-19 protocols

The Hawks made a number of roster moves this offseason. Beyond the signing of Rondo, Atlanta signed Bogdan Bogdanovic, Kris Dunn and drafted big man Onyeka Okongwu. 

Panthers All-Pro Christian McCaffrey doubtful to play against Washington

The 24-year-old has appeared in just three games this season after signing a massive four-year, $64 million extension in April. He has been effective in those three contests, though.

Washington QB Dwayne Haskins loses captaincy after strip club incident

Washington reportedly has no plans to release Haskins, though his future with the club is in jeopardy based on his actions on and off the field.