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Michael C. Davenport

Michael C. Davenport is a sportswriter covering the NFl, MLB, NBA, NHL, NCAA, and EPL. Davenport is a graduate of Western Connecticut State University, where he obtained a B.A. in professional writing. Outside of sports, he loves animals, music, and the outdoors. 

Injury to this key Bengal could open door for Ravens

With an important O-lineman out, the defending AFC champs could face a much stiffer test than many expect. It only gets tougher if Lamar Jackson does indeed return for the Ravens.

Former 'Madden' cover athlete in hospital after rescuing his kids

Former NFL running back Peyton Hillis is reportedly in critical condition after saving his children from drowning in Florida.

Saints QB Andy Dalton and his wife donate to Damar Hamlin's foundation

In wake of Hamlin's tragic injury Monday, Dalton and his wife, JJ, have donated $3K to Hamlin's The Chasing M's Foundation Community Toy Drive, 

Penn State honors Franco Harris ahead of Rose Bowl

Penn State's football team, and head coach James Franklin paid tribute to the late Harris on Monday by wearing his No. 34 Nittany Lions jersey ahead of its Rose Bowl game against Utah. 

Giants HC Brian Daboll deserves NFL Coach of the Year recognition

The Giants first-year head coach received a Gatorade shower following his team's 38-10 win over the Colts — but he deserves more than a wet jacket. 

NFL analyst floats idea of Andrew Whitworth returning to Bengals

Bengals fans watched former Cincinnati star Andrew Whitworth hoist the Lombardi Trophy as a Ram last February. Could the current Amazon football analyst do the same for the Bengals in February 2023?

Yankees lose spark plug as Matt Carpenter signs with Padres

As the sighs of relief, and echoes of cheers fade from the re-signing of Aaron Judge, the Yankees have a fresh issue on their plate. 

Mac Jones should keep quiet about 'fairly tough' Bengals defense

As the Bengals prepare for a game at New England on Christmas Eve, Patriots QB Mac Jones should probably keep his thoughts about Cincinnati's defense to himself.