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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: NBA considering Christmas start to 2020-21 season

Simply put, the league still has a lot of work to do before next season can begin. The 2020 NBA Draft is set for Nov. 18, with free agency to follow. Before we know it, teams will be back on the court.

Browns' Austin Hooper ruled out vs. Bengals after appendectomy

With Hooper out, David Njoku and Harrison Bryant will handle tight end duties for Cleveland. 

Tom Brady reflects on 'Tuck Rule' game ahead of Buccaneers-Raiders

Tom Brady is set to take on Jon Gruden's Raiders on Sunday for the first time since the fabled "Tuck Rule" game during the 2001 NFL playoffs. A lot has changed since then.

Report: Red Sox interview Luis Urueta for second time in 10 months

Urueta has been a member of the Arizona Diamondbacks coaching staff since 2018. The 39-year-old also is the manager of the Gigantes del Cibao in the Dominican Republic winter league.

Six Bulls championship rings sell for $255K at auction

Auctions like this don't come around often, so it's no surprise people pounced on the opportunity to own a piece of history. 

Eagles' DeSean Jackson being placed on injured reserve, ruled out indefinitely

Alshon Jeffery will be welcoming DeSean Jackson to the sideline, and it could be for the rest of the season. Jackson missed weeks four to six with a hamstring injury, and now he's being placed on injured reserve after suffering an ankle injury against the New York Giants on Thursday night, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

Bengals' Joe Mixon ruled out vs. Browns with foot injury

The 24-year-old has rushed for 428 yards and three touchdowns this season with 21 receptions for 138 yards and one touchdown.

Giants' Daniel Jones tries to explain tripping on 80-yard run

Jones finished the night with 187 yards passing, two touchdowns, two turnovers and 92 yards on the ground.

Cam Newton hard on himself entering Week 7: ' I just haven’t been good'

In his last two games, Newton has thrown for 162 and 157 yards, tossing three interceptions in that span. 

Vikings' Rick Spielman: 'I don't think anyone has lost any faith in Kirk Cousins'

The Minnesota Vikings have one of the worst records in the NFL at 1-5, and a big reason why is because Kirk Cousins has been hideous thus far, tossing

Big Ten will consider any game canceled by COVID-19 a 'no contest'

The league is attempting to play an eight-game conference season in eight weeks, plus a ninth game for all 14 teams during Big Ten Champions Week.

Saints' Michael Thomas a 'long shot' for Sunday's game vs. Panthers

The 27-year-old previously suffered an ankle injury that kept him out three weeks. He was then disciplined for punching teammate C.J. Gardner-Johnson and wasn't in the Saints lineup for Week 5. 

Eagles still shopping Pro Bowl wide receiver Alshon Jeffery?

Jeffery essentially has been replaced in the Eagles' lineup by Travis Fulgham, who has surfaced as the team's best receiver since being called up from the practice squad in Week 4.

Eagles believe DeSean Jackson suffered high ankle sprain vs. Giants

Jackson missed weeks four to six weeks with a hamstring injury, and now it appears he could miss even more time.

Ex-NFL player Dana Stubblefield sentenced to 15 years to life in prison

In July, a jury found Stubblefield guilty of raping the woman with the threat of a gun. The 49-year-old was also convicted of forcible oral copulation and false imprisonment

Report: USC WR Munir McClain suspended amid fraud probe

McClain has been suspended since September, but his mother says the school has not given her a clear reason for her son's suspension.

Carson Wentz: Comeback win vs. Giants a 'sigh of relief'

Wentz finished 25-of-43 for 359 yards and three touchdowns (one rushing) against one interception. Philadelphia now owns a 2-4-1 record, putting them back on top of the lowly NFC East division. 

Golden Knights, Ducks retro jerseys leaked?

While nothing has been confirmed, this certainly seems like something NHL fans will be on board with for the coming seasons. After all, who doesn't like a good throwback jersey?

Le'Veon Bell sees a chance to 'reinvent' himself with Chiefs

While Reid wouldn't comment on whether or not Bell would be in the lineup on Sunday, the running back indicated that he would be ready if called upon. 

Alabama's Nick Saban sees positives in false coronavirus test

The 68-year-old said that being away from his team was challenging, but that it also gave him perspective, saying it's a lesson he can share with everyone else. 

LSU bans Odell Beckham Jr. two years for improper payments

Video of Beckham Jr. counting out $100 bills and giving them to LSU wide receivers Justin Jefferson and Jontre Kirklin was captured on the field during a postgame celebration.

Pelicans hire Stan Van Gundy as head coach

Van Gundy previously compiled a 523-384 record in 11-plus seasons as head coach of the Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Detroit Pistons. 

Timberwolves' Gersson Rosas: No one 'has separated himself' as No. 1 pick

On top of the first-overall pick, the Timberwolves also own the 17th and 33rd overall selections, so they'll have the opportunity to add talent in many different areas. 

Joe Namath: 'It'd be hard' for Jets to pass on 'monster' Trevor Lawrence

There has been plenty of speculation that the Jets will trade Darnold if they are given the opportunity to land Lawrence, and Namath believes that would be the right call.