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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 sign former Titans OT Isaiah Wilson to practice squad

The Tennessee Titans drafted Wilson, but he played just one game for the franchise before off-field issues derailed his career.

Gayle Benson outlines succession plans to keep Saints, Pelicans in New Orleans

The teams' succession plans have become a topic of discussion because the Saints are in long-term lease-extension talks with Louisiana and the Caesars Superdome.

Buccaneers TE Rob Gronkowski reveals what he misses most about New England

The four-time Super Bowl champion doesn't miss the "crappy" New England weather, but the thing he misses most about the area might surprise you.

Patriots TE Jonnu Smith addresses struggles against Saints: I didn't put my best product out there

Smith signed a four-year, $50 million contract with New England during the offseason. So far, he hasn't lived up to the hype, with just 10 catches for 74 yards through the first three games of the season.

NHL reportedly investigating Evander Kane for potential COVID-19 protocol violation

Although Kane was cleared in a gambling investigation last week, the NHL continues to focus on him over allegations in two subsequent probes.

Mets' Noah Syndergaard finally returns from IL vs. Marlins

The start will be his first appearance in a major league game in almost two years.

Report: Magic's Jonathan Isaac, Markelle Fultz won't be ready for start of season

Isaac and Fultz are still recovering from significant ACL injuries. Isaac tore his ACL and meniscus in August 2020 and Fultz tore his ACL in January 2021.

Colts, veteran RB Marlon Mack mutually agree to seek a trade

While nothing is imminent on the trade front, it makes sense that the Colts would agree to trade Mack. He has played just 13 snaps through two games and was a healthy scratch in Week 3.

Pending free agent Freddie Freeman: 'It would mean the world to me to spend my entire career' with Braves

While Freeman doesn't want to leave Atlanta, a "gap" reportedly exists between the Braves and the veteran first baseman as the two sides look to hammer out a deal. 

Pacers' Caris LeVert suffers stress fracture in back

The club is optimistic he'll return around the start of the upcoming season.

LeBron James: Jerry Jones, Pete Carroll offered me NFL contract during 2011 NBA lockout

James was a talented receiver in high school, playing for the St.-Vincent-St. Mary's football team. During his junior year, he caught 57 passes for 1,160 yards and 16 touchdowns.

Veteran free-agent CB Richard Sherman visiting with Buccaneers

The Buccaneers showed interest in Sherman after starting corner Sean Murphy-Bunting dislocated his elbow in Week 1. Bunting was placed on injured reserve and is eligible to return after three weeks.

76ers' Ben Simmons reportedly believes playing with Joel Embiid has 'run its course'

Simmons believes Embiid's style of play doesn't mesh well with his.

Panthers HC Matt Rhule: We've liked C.J. Henderson for a long time

Rhule added that the Panthers considered selecting Henderson last year with the seventh-overall pick. They instead drafted defensive lineman Derrick Brown.

Buccaneers TE Rob Gronkowski likely to play vs. Patriots after X-rays on ribs negative

Gronkowski exited a Week 3 loss to the Los Angeles Rams after taking a big hit but later returned to the game. He had four catches for 55 yards in the 34-24 loss. 

Eagles QB Jalen Hurts takes blame for 'MNF' loss to Cowboys: 'This one's on me'

Hurts was subpar against the Cowboys, completing 25-of-39 passes for 326 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. Those two interceptions, one of which was a pick-six from Trevon Diggs, were costly. 

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott: 'I feel like I'm playing the best I've ever played'

Prescott completed 21-of-26 passes for 238 yards and three touchdowns on Monday night.

Buccaneers QB Tom Brady not looking to 'reminisce' in return to New England

While Brady's return is expected to be very special, he acknowledged that he's not expecting Patriots fans to root for him on Sunday night. 

Ohio State Buckeyes dismiss LB K'Vaughan Pope after sideline incident

He becomes the second linebacker to leave Ohio State in the past week, joining Dallas Gant, who entered the transfer portal Wednesday.

Andy Reid leaves stadium in ambulance as precaution after falling ill

According to Jason La Canfora of CBS Sports, Reid's removal from the stadium by ambulance was precautionary. He reportedly wasn't feeling great and was dehydrated. 

Myles Garrett sets Browns' single-game record with 4.5 sacks against Bears

The previous record was held by former Browns linebacker Andra Davis, who recorded four sacks on Nov. 3, 2003.

Colts All-Pro G Quenton Nelson suffers high ankle sprain against Titans

Nelson's X-rays reportedly came back negative, and he'll undergo further tests to determine the extent of the injury.

Jags' Jamal Agnew scores TD on 109-yard kick-six after missed FG try

Agnew also had a 102-yard kick return in Week 2, and he's the ninth player in NFL history with multiple 100-yard returns in the same season.

Utah cornerback Aaron Lowe shot and killed at house party

Utah cornerback Aaron Lowe was shot and killed early Sunday morning in Salt Lake City, police confirmed, according to ABC 4's Vivian Chow. Lowe was among two people shot at a house party in the city's Sugar House neighborhood.

Panthers reportedly reach out to Richard Sherman following Jaycee Horn injury

The Carolina Panthers have reportedly reached out to veteran cornerback Richard Sherman following Jaycee Horn's injury.