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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.

LaMarcus Aldridge says he signed with Nets to 'fill a void'

Aldridge signed with the Nets after agreeing to a buyout with the San Antonio Spurs. He spoke with Kevin Durant and James Harden before agreeing to a deal with Brooklyn.

Justin Fields thinks he's 'different' from past Ohio State quarterbacks

The latest quarterback out of Ohio State to be selected in the first round, Dwayne Haskins, was released by the Washington Football Team due to on-and-off field issues. 

Tom Brady hilariously responds to Bruce Arians' Super Bowl tattoo with 'ink' of his own

Although Brady didn't actually get a tattoo, Arians wasn't the only member of the Bucs Super Bowl squad to get some new ink.

Report: Patriots interest in Jimmy Garoppolo 'has been consistent'

The 49ers moved up in the 2021 draft to select a quarterback with the third-overall pick, leaving Garoppolo's future with the franchise in doubt. San Francisco said it has no plans to trade Garoppolo.

Washington's Taylor Heinicke thinks it’ll be 'a fun battle' with Ryan Fitzpatrick

Heinicke started Washington's playoff game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and did better than expected, completing 26-of-44 passes for 306 yards and one touchdown. He also ran for 46 yards and a score. 

Hall of Famer Terrell Owens thankful to be alive after horrific car accident

Many athletes offered support and prayers for Owens in the comments, including fellow Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Marquise Goodwin and former NBA star Chauncey Billups. 

Jackie Bradley Jr. pens thank you letter to Red Sox fans ahead of Opening Day

Bradley Jr. signed a two-year, $24 million deal with the Brewers during the offseason after eight major-league seasons with the Red Sox.

Attorney representing Deshaun Watson's accusers says he won’t turn over information to Houston police

Twenty-one women are now accusing Watson of sexual assault, accusing him of exposing himself, touching them with his privates or forcibly kissing them.

Germany could get NFL regular-season game as soon as 2022?

When NFL owners voted to expand the schedule, they also agreed to a rule requiring every team to "host" at least one international game every year. 

Jalen Suggs: Paige Bueckers' pep talk fueled him in Gonzaga's win over USC

Bueckers and Suggs have been good friends since their grade-school days in Minnesota. Her advice helped him notch 18 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists in the Final Four-clinching win. 

Celtics among teams interested in acquiring Bradley Beal this summer?

Will the Celtics make a play for the Wizards' star?

Patriots players wondered whether they could depend on Jimmy Garoppolo?

The speculation surrounding Jimmy Garoppolo will likely never end.

NFL teams believe 49ers traded up for Alabama QB Mac Jones?

Will Mac Jones be the pick for the 49ers at No. 3?

Latest lawsuit against Deshaun Watson alleges Texans QB deleted Instagram messages

Three new lawsuits accusing Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct were filed Sunday night, bringing the total number of lawsuits filed against the Houston Texans quarterback to 19.

Extension talks between Anthony Rizzo, Cubs have stalled entering Opening Day

Rizzo is entering the final year of the seven-year, $41 million deal he signed in May 2013. He's set to earn $16.5 million in 2021.

Kyle Van Noy on Dolphins HC Brian Flores: I had no comment because I’m damned either way

In 14 games last season, Van Noy recorded six sacks, two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, six pass breakups, 69 tackles and 10 quarterback hits. 

Report: Dustin Poirier-Conor McGregor III to be finalized 'soon' for UFC 264

Poirier took down McGregor in January with a second-round TKO in a rematch of their 2014 fight. McGregor previously defeated Poirier at UFC 178 with a first-round TKO. 

MLB COVID-19 protocols expected to be relaxed for teams who have 85% of Tier 1 players vaccinated

The COVID-19 vaccine is not 100% effective, no vaccine is. The Pfizer vaccine is 95% effective, while the Moderna vaccine is 94.1% effective, which is why the CDC recommends people continue to be cautious. 

Jaguars HC Urban Meyer: Drafting Trevor Lawrence 'the direction we're headed'

Lawrence has been viewed as the draft's top selection since leading Clemson to a national title in 2018. With the Jaguars in dire need of a franchise quarterback, it's not surprising they view Lawrence as the best available.

Astros players to receive COVID-19 vaccine before Opening Day

The Astros originally planned to fly straight to Oakland for the season opener against the A's, but will first stop in Houston to get vaccinated before traveling to the Bay Area on Tuesday.

Report: Stephon Gilmore 'very open' to signing extension with Patriots

After being named the Defensive Player of the Year in 2019, Gilmore wasn't the same in 2020. The 30-year-old recorded one interception, three pass breakups, one forced fumble and 37 tackles. 

NFL execs give scouting report on Mac Jones after Alabama QB's Pro Day

If Jones is the third QB taken, it'd be higher than expected, but he looks like a franchise quarterback in a lot of scouts' eyes.