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Michael Gallagher

NFL Writer

Michael Gallagher is a longtime sports journalist based out of Nashville with a decade of experience covering college football, mixed martial arts and prep sports plus the NFL and NHL — specifically the Tennessee Titans and Nashville Predators. He’s covered several notable sporting events including an AFC Championship game, a Stanley Cup Final, an NHL All-Star Game and an NHL Stadium Series. Some of his past bylines can be found at the Nashville Scene, SB Nation, The Hockey News and Fox Sports Knoxville. You can follow him on Twitter at @MGsports_

EXPERTISE:

NFL, NHL, College Football, MMA, Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators

With goalies in high demand, Senators making ‘hard push’ for ex-Vezina winner

The Senators quest for a new starting goaltender has been well-documented this offseason, and after two of the top net-minders on the market were traded on Wednesday, the team reportedly has a renewed sense of urgency.

Report: Rangers use questionable tactic to dodge no-trade clause

New York Rangers general manager Chris Drury had to think outside of the box in his quest to jettison forward Barclay Goodrow, who had a 15-team no-trade clause that essentially cut the number of teams the Rangers could offload him to in half.

Analytics show Brock Purdy had more help last year than any other QB

Some labeled Purdy a game manager last year because of this very notion.

Patrick Queen, Marlon Humphrey adding fuel to Steelers-Ravens rivalry

As if the Baltimore Ravens needed any more reason to dislike the Pittsburgh Steelers, their former second-team All-Pro linebacker Patrick Queen signed with the AFC North rival in free agency, and he hasn’t stopped talking smack ever since.

A.J. Brown advocates for WR version of George Kittle’s Tight End University

For the last few years, San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has gathered some of the top players at his position in Nashville, Tenn., for a special training summit in preparation of the upcoming season. Now, a big-time WR wants to replicate the gathering.

Jake Paul takes another fight while waiting for Mike Tyson bout in late 2024

It turns out Jake Paul will be fighting on July 20 after all. 

Analyst explains why Cowboys, 49ers are among NFL's biggest offseason 'losers'

Although the 49ers and  Cowboys are both playoff teams with good odds of making it back to the postseason again in 2024, that doesn’t make them exempt from criticism.

Dolphins reportedly plan to use De’Von Achane in multiples roles

Dolphins running back De’Von Achane was well on his way to a 1,000-yard rookie season before injuries knocked him out from early October to mid-November.

Bengals catch strays during Jerry Jones’ testimony at 'NFL Sunday Ticket' trial

The Cincinnati Bengals may have a little extra motivation for their Week 14 “Monday Night Football” matchup against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on Dec. 9 after what Cowboys owner Jerry Jones recently said about them.

Watch: Tyreek Hill gets torched at youth camp for the second time

At this rate, Miami Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill may just want to stick to instructing kids instead of trying to defend them when he hosts a youth camp.

Michael Chandler opens up on what’s next after canceled Conor McGregor fight

In a video released via social media on Monday, Chandler explained how he’s handling his canceled bout with McGregor — one he’s patiently waited for, for over a year.

Five teams that should be calling the 49ers about WR Brandon Aiyuk

After Brandon Aiyuk’s surprise admission on Monday that the San Francisco 49ers don’t want him back, it seems more possible than ever that the 26-year-old wide receiver could be traded sometime before the start of the regular season.

Brandon Aiyuk tells ex-teammate the 49ers 'don't want me back'

Aiyuk detailed his view of his current status with the 49ers to his former college teammate.

Les Miles levies a shocking claim against LSU in lawsuit

In addition to LSU, the NCAA and the National Football Foundation, which oversees the College Football Hall of Fame, are also named defendants in his complaint.

Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2024 Tennessee Titans

Mattel's Magic 8 Ball has been predicting the future since 1946. We ran a few questions about the Tennessee Titans by one, and there were mixed results.

Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2024 Jacksonville Jaguars

Mattel's Magic 8 Ball has been predicting the future since 1946. We ran a few questions about the Jacksonville Jaguars by one, and there were mixed results.

Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2024 Indianapolis Colts

Mattel's Magic 8 Ball has been predicting the future since 1946. We ran a few questions about the Indianapolis Colts by one, and there were mixed results.

Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2024 Houston Texans

Mattel's Magic 8 Ball has been predicting the future since 1946. We ran a few questions about the Houston Texans by one, and there were mixed results. For those unfamiliar with the concept, users ask yes–no questions to the ball, give it a shake and then turn it over to reveal the answer.

Draft documentary shows Jets turned down Rams trade offer for No. 10 pick

The New York Jets found themselves in an enviable position during the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Insider names Maple Leafs as trade candidate for top goaltender

Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman believes the Toronto Maple Leafs could emerge as a dark-horse candidate to trade for the 34-year-old Swede.

Former NFL QB lists two things that could get Russell Wilson benched

Dan Orlovsky revealed two pitfalls Wilson needs to avoid if he doesn't want to concede his job to Justin Fields.

Chael Sonnen gives ominous prediction for Conor McGregor’s UFC 303 fight

The UFC is still scrambling as it tries to sort out whether or not its UFC 303 main event fight between McGregor and Michael Chandler will go forth as planned on June 29.

Bears rookie Rome Odunze puts Rams WR Puka Nacua on notice

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua had a rookie season for the ages in 2023. The 23-year-old wideout set NFL rookie records for single-season receptions and yards, but if Chicago Bears rookie WR Rome Odunze has it his way, Nacua’s records won’t stand for long.

Vikings HC pumps the brakes on J.J. McCarthy hype

Though the Minnesota Vikings drafted J.J. McCarthy to be their quarterback of the future, it appears that Sam Darnold is their QB of the present — at least for now.