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John Gidley

John Gidley is a lifelong resident of suburban Philadelphia, with career stops at NFL Films and Sports Illustrated. John loves his family, the Phillies, and the Eagles. His pet peeves are the Dallas Cowboys and interleague play, not necessarily in that order.

Eagles rookie has lived up to expectations

The Philadelphia Eagles have a long history of talented players on their defensive line. Another one is quickly making a name for himself: rookie defensive tackle Jalen Carter.

Raiders head coach makes inexplicable fourth-quarter decision

The Raiders' decision to hire McDaniels last season was puzzling enough given his first head-coaching go-round.

Why Phillies fans should — and shouldn't — forgive Scott Rolen

It's been over 20 years since Rolen played his last game as a Phillie, and it's safe to say that he won't be welcomed back with entirely open arms. Philadelphia fans are torn on his legacy, and the reasons why are debated below.

Ranking first-time nominees for Pro Football Hall of Fame

On Tuesday, the Pro Football Hall of Fame announced nine former NFL players as first-time nominees on the 2024 ballot. These nine players are among the 173 modern-era nominees up for consideration for enshrinement in the Hall of Fame.

These amazing Steelers 'MNF' numbers will blow your mind

When it comes to Monday nights in autumn and winter, no team is "ready for some football" more than the Pittsburgh Steelers.

A.J. Brown outburst casts shadow over Eagles win

The Philadelphia Eagles continue to play with fire in more ways than one.

Kenneth Gainwell's injury shouldn't affect game plan for Eagles

As productive as Gainwell is, his injury doesn't spell doom for the Eagles.

Call the G.O.A.T! Top five free-agent QB options for New York Jets

Following the season-ending injury suffered by Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers on Monday night, the internet went bonkers with speculation that Tom Brady, the G.O.A.T, would come out of retirement to replace him.

Eagles struggle to play complete game in win over Patriots

Someone needs to remind the Philadelphia Eagles that there are four quarters in a football game after a concerning trend from last season carried over into Week 1 of 2023.

Eagles look to take advantage of declining Patriots secondary

 For most teams, the 2023 National Football League season will begin on Sunday. Such is the case for the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots, who will be meeting in Foxborough, Mass.

Bryson Stott is Phillies' quiet superstar

There's a player in the Philadelphia Phillies' lineup who leads the team with a .294 batting average, 150 hits and 27 stolen bases. Bryce Harper? The obvious first choice, but it's not him.

Top five American League Rookie of the Year candidates

Who will take home the hardware as the American League's Rookie of the Year? Here are the top five contenders.

Top five National League Rookie of the Year candidates

The 2023 Major League Baseball season is heading into the home stretch. Who will take home the hardware as the National League's Rookie of the Year?

Top five American League Manager of the Year candidates

 The 2023 Major League Baseball season is heading into the home stretch. Who will take home the hardware as the American League's Manager of the Year? Here are the top five contenders in reverse order.

Top five National League Manager of the Year candidates

The 2023 Major League Baseball season is heading into the home stretch. Who will take home the hardware as the National League's Manager of the Year?

Top five American League MVP candidates

The 2023 Major League Baseball season is heading into the home stretch. Who will take home the hardware as the American League's Most Valuable Player?

Top five National League MVP candidates

The 2023 Major League Baseball season is heading into the home stretch. Who will take home the hardware as the National League's Most Valuable Player?

Top five American League Cy Young Award candidates

The 2023 Major League Baseball season is heading into the home stretch. Who will take home the hardware for the American League Cy Young Award, given annually to the best pitcher in the league?

Top five National League Cy Young Award candidates

The 2023 Major League Baseball season is heading into the home stretch. Who will take home the hardware for the National League Cy Young Award, given annually to the best pitcher in the league?

Why the Phillies must move on from Rhys Hoskins this offseason

Last Friday, Philadelphia Phillies beat writer Matt Gelb wrote a mailbag article for The Athletic in which he answered fans' questions. One of the questions dealt with first baseman Rhys Hoskins, who has been out all season with a torn ACL.

Winners, losers from the preseason finale for the Eagles

For several players on the roster, Thursday's game was their Super Bowl. It was their chance to show that they belong higher on the depth chart or prove that they just belong on the roster. Here's how some of them fared in those attempts.

Phillies shortstop Trea Turner's stunning turnaround

Trea Turner has experienced a resurgence in the month of August.

The tallest players in MLB history

Height isn't as much of an emphasis in baseball as it is in other sports. This makes it more obvious when a player of taller stature is on the diamond. 

Giants reaping benefits of manager Gabe Kapler's growing pains with Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies and San Francisco Giants are battling for the top wild card in the National League, and they face each other in a huge series this week.

Marcus Mariota continues downward spiral in Eagles' tie

 On Thursday night, the Cleveland Browns and Philadelphia Eagles were fit to be tied, playing to an 18-18 draw in the second week of the NFL preseason.