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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

Ex-UFC champ says Conor McGregor turned down multiple title fights against him

It’s safe to assume there’s no one in UFC that Conor McGregor (22-6) is afraid to talk smack about.

Ex-GM says four players could be vying to be NFL’s first $35M-per-year WR

With the way things are trending in the NFL, it’s a matter of when, not if, a WR will sign the first-ever contract with an average annual value of $35 million per year or more.

Roger Goodell hints new Titans stadium could land Nashville a Super Bowl

The Titans' new $2.1 billion stadium is expected to be completed in February 2027.

Former teammate warns Tee Higgins about pitfalls of playing on franchise tag

The Cincinnati Bengals haven’t had the best of luck with their recent franchise-tagged players.

NHL Central Scouting compares top 2024 draft prospect to Hall of Famer

Cayden Lindstrom likely won’t have to wait long to hear his name called in the 2024 NHL Draft. 

Could Australia possibly host an NFL regular-season game? 

With regular-season games being played in Brazil in 2024 and Spain in 2025, it’s clear the NFL is going all in on growing its global footprint.

Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel warns players following Harrison Butker controversy

The polarizing commencement remarks from Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker have divided the sports world. Miami Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel recently shared some thoughts on the situation.

Conor McGregor shares important update on future with UFC

The former two-division champion is two months away from being out of action for three years, though he is scheduled to fight Michael Chandler (23-8) in a welterweight bout as the headlining fight of UFC 303 on June 29 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

Former top QB recruit suing Florida HC, booster over near-$14M NIL deal

The four-star recruit and seventh-ranked QB in the Class of 2023 originally committed to the University of Miami a year-and-a-half ago, but flipped his commitment to Florida that November after being promised a $13.85 million payday.

Former QB doesn’t think Trevor Lawrence deserves to be paid ‘elite money’

The former QB turned ESPN analyst doesn’t believe that Lawrence has earned a major payday yet.

Ryan Leaf goes off on top NFL insider, accuses him of being a fraud

Former No. 2 overall pick Ryan Leaf’s NFL career didn’t pan out, but he’s since carved out a nice niche for himself as a mental health advocate. Because he’s so passionate about the topic, Leaf isn’t afraid to call out those he feels are being disingenuous when it comes to helping others who struggle with such issues, and the shot he took at NFL insider Jay Glazer is proof of that. 

Tom Brady's biggest pet peeve about young players in the NFL

During a luncheon with Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin, Brady addressed a small group of 2024 first-round picks and he offered some stern advice to help them avoid what he considers the top issue with some of the new crop of NFL stars.

Patriots HC Jerod Mayo explains why he kept Bill Belichick’s son on coaching staff

No one would have blamed Brian Belichick for finding a new job once his father and brother departed the New England Patriots coaching staff earlier this offseason.

Cardinals switch up offensive line, move 2023 first-rounder to new position

After parting ways with 2023 starting left tackle D.J. Humphries, the Arizona Cardinals have a plan to fill his position.

Cowboys named best free-agent fit for three-time Pro Bowl WR

After team owner Jerry Jones promised to make a splash in free agency earlier in the offseason, the Cowboys have been arguably the least active team on that front.

Anderson Silva, Chael Sonnen will finish off their trilogy in a boxing ring

It’s taken 12 years, but fight fans are finally getting the third fight in the Anderson Silva-Chael Sonnen trilogy, though not in the form you might expect.

NFL reportedly worked 2024 schedule around College Football Playoff

The NFL took a little bit longer than usual to release its 2024 season schedule, and we’re beginning to get some insight as to why.

Travis Kelce talks up Greg Olsen after Fox demotion: 'They kind of did him dirty'

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce understands why Fox made the decision to bump Greg Olsen to its No. 2 analyst role in favor of Tom Brady. But that doesn’t mean he has to like it.

Maple Leafs tab former Stanley Cup winner as new head coach

The 58-year-old has seven-plus seasons of coaching experience with 281 wins and five playoff appearances.

Could Tom Brady’s pending minority ownership in Raiders affect broadcast job?

Though Tom Brady’s minority ownership stake in the Las Vegas Raiders isn’t official yet, it’s expected the deal will be finalized at some point before or during the 2024 season.

Jayden Daniels earning rave reviews from Commanders teammates, coaches

Jayden Daniels has already made quite the impression.

Al Michaels complimentary of Amazon's 2024 ‘TNF’ schedule

In a recent interview with NFL Network’s Rich Eisen, Michaels disclosed that he actually had good things to say about the 2024 “TNF” schedule.

Clemson’s Dabo Swinney gives smug response about not using transfer portal

While Clemson may have been in the same league as Alabama or Ohio State back in 2016-2018 when it won two national championships in three years, the school has taken a step back as one of college football’s national powers.

Toughest, easiest four-game stretches in the AFC South in 2024

With the NFL's  2024 schedule released , here are the toughest (and easiest) four-game stretches for each team in the AFC South.