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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.

Tom Brady made quick exit from press conference after question about coaching

The Buccaneers now enter their bye week with a lot to figure out. While they should earn a wild-card spot, it's hard to envision Tampa Bay taking down any of the NFC's top teams en route to the Super Bowl this season. 

Giants reportedly 'bracing' for Daniel Jones to miss time with hamstring injury

Jones suffered the injury after being tackled on a short first-down run. He tried to remain in the game, but grimaced in pain and ultimately came out.

Browns' Callie Brownson becomes first female position coach in NFL history

This week has been monumental for women in football and for those aspiring to be in football.

Jaguars fire general manager Dave Caldwell after loss to Browns

During Caldwell's tenure, the Jags made the playoffs just once — in 2017 when they made it to the AFC Championship Game and lost to the New England Patriots.

Brian Flores: Tua Tagovailoa remains Dolphins starter if healthy

The Miami Dolphins cruised to a 20-3 win over the New York Jets on Sunday with Ryan Fitzpatrick at quarterback. However, Brian Flores doesn't plan to have the veteran remain his starter for next weekend's matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. 

Broncos QB Drew Lock apologizes for not following COVID-19 protocols

Practice squad wide receiver Kendall Hinton started Sunday's game for the Denver Broncos at quarterback due to unforeseen circumstances.  Backup quarterback

Browns five games over .500 for first time in 26 years after win vs. Jaguars

This Cleveland team could very well finish with a better record than the 1994 team, too. The Browns will face the Tennessee Titans, Baltimore Ravens, New York Giants, New York Jets and the Steelers to close out the season. 

Clippers a 'strong contender' to sign Nicolas Batum

The 31-year-old struggled last season with the Hornets, averaging 3.6 points, 4.5 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game while shooting 34.6% from the field and 28.6% from deep in 22 games. It was the worst season of his career. 

Hornets acquire Gordon Hayward from Celtics via sign-and-trade

The Boston Celtics have pulled off a sign-and-trade of Gordon Hayward after all. 

NFL denied Broncos' request to delay game vs. Saints to Monday?

The Broncos lobbied for the delay because all four quarterbacks on the team's roster are unavailable to play after Jeff Driskel tested positive for COVID-19.

Giants QB Daniel Jones suffers hamstring injury vs. Bengals

The New York Giants were forced to replace Daniel Jones with Colt McCoy on Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Sarah Fuller planning to stay with Vanderbilt football, hopes to kick again

Sarah Fuller made history on Saturday, becoming the first woman to play in a Power Five Football game for the Vanderbilt Commodores. The senior goalkeeper for the Vanderbilt women's soccer team now hopes she'll get another opportunity to kick after a disappointing 41-0 blowout loss to Missouri.

Bruce Arians wanted to draft Patrick Mahomes when he was Cardinals HC?

Arizona attempted to move up in that draft to land Mahomes, but Kansas City beat the Cardinals to it, selecting him with the 10th overall pick.

Ravens will travel to Pittsburgh in two planes if game vs. Steelers proceeds

One plane will likely contain players who have been deemed healthy, while another will contain players and coaches who could have potentially been exposed to COVID-19. 

Diego Maradona's doctor being investigated after soccer legend's death

Maradona's death was ruled a "culpable homicide," which means killing or causing someone's death unintentionally.

Ravens to return to facility one day early in preparation for Steelers

Ravens head coach John Harbaugh initially said that players wouldn't be allowed back into the team facility until Monday, but that's not the case anymore.

Falcons' Julio Jones ruled out vs. Raiders with hamstring injury

Jones has been dealing with hamstring issues throughout the season and previously missed Week 3 against the Chicago Bears and Week 5 against the Carolina Panthers. 

Lions fans donating to Deshaun Watson's charity after Matt Patricia firing

The 41-25 loss to the Texans on Thanksgiving was a solid outing for Houston quarterback Deshaun Watson, who is being showered with praise from Lions fans for playing a role in getting Patricia fired. 

Eagles plan to give Jalen Hurts most snaps this season on 'MNF'?

With Wentz currently leading the NFL in interceptions, sacks and fumbles, there's really no downside of letting Hurts see the ball more than he has all season.

Broncos quarterbacks weren't cooperative with contact tracing?

The NFL might discipline the four quarterbacks for their actions during and after the COVID-19 diagnosis, as the Broncos QBs are said to have been uncooperative with contact tracers from the NFL and NFL Players Association.

Arizona 'the most likely option' for 49ers home games?

State Farm Stadium, home of the Arizona Cardinals, is "the most likely option" for 49ers home games in the coming weeks. It makes sense, too, because the Cardinals and 49ers never play at home on the same day. 

Mark Andrews reportedly tests positive for COVID-19 as Ravens' outbreak spreads

Ravens Pro Bowl tight end Mark Andrews, who has Type 1 diabetes, has tested positive for the coronavirus. 

Patriots, Saints fined for COVID-19 protocol violations

The New England Patriots have been fined $350,000, while the New Orleans Saints were fined $500,000 and stripped of a seventh-round draft.

Chargers activate Austin Ekeler from injured reserve

The Los Angeles Chargers are set to get Austin Ekeler back this weekend against the Buffalo Bills. 

Lions owner: Last two losses were final straw for Matt Patricia, Bob Quinn

Lions owner Sheila Ford Hamp revealed Saturday that the firings of Patricia and Quinn stemmed from back-to-back losses to the Texans and Carolina Panthers.