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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_

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

Top OL prospect JC Latham isn't shy about 'dream' draft team, quarterback

He allowed just one sack and nine pressures on 742 offensive snaps as Alabama’s right tackle this season, and he didn’t surrender a sack on 821 offensive snaps in 2022.

People close to Jayden Daniels reportedly don’t want this team to draft him

LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels is projected to be a top-10 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Vikings coach hints that teams may have tampered with QB Kirk Cousins

Were teams having impermissible conversations with Kirk Cousins at the combine?

The Patriots are expected to pursue this top free-agent offensive tackle

First-year New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo has his work cut out for him in replacing Bill Belichick.

2024 offseason primer: Bills must juggle salary-cap agony, replacing key players

With the worst cap situation in the NFL, the Buffalo Bills (11-6) are going to have to get creative in filling out their 2024 roster.

The final cost of the Russell Wilson trade will make Broncos fans sick

The NFL’s worst-kept secret was finally confirmed on Monday when the Broncos informed quarterback Russell Wilson that he would be released once the new NFL year began on March 13.

Ex-NFL scout: Steelers front office ‘red-flagged’ by many

Omar Khan is heading into his third season as general manager of the Pittsburgh Steelers and his 24th year with the team overall.

The 49ers may not be ruling out a reunion with star pass-rusher

San Francisco 49ers edge-rusher Chase Young was an effective part of the team’s pass rush during the postseason.

2024 offseason primer: How do Texans top their surprising 2023 playoff run?

It didn’t take head coach DeMeco Ryans long to turn the Houston Texans from punching bag of the AFC South into the division’s top dog.

2024 offseason primer: Is Baker Mayfield really the Buccaneers franchise QB?

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a number of tricky decisions to make this offseason.

Washington WR Rome Odunze compares himself to six-time Pro Bowler

Rome Odunze believes he’s the best receiver in the draft, which is no surprise considering he compares himself to one of the top wide receivers in the NFL.

Report: Three teams have shown interest in acquiring Bears QB Justin Fields

Justin Fields is expected to have a share of suitors, and according to USA Today, three teams have already “expressed some level of interest” in him.

One trade, cut and signing the Tennessee Titans should make

The Tennessee Titans are starting a new era. Three offseason moves that could help move things along.

One trade, cut, signing the Jacksonville Jaguars should make

Here are three moves the Jaguars should make to load up for another run at the AFC South title.

One trade, cut, signing the Indianapolis Colts should make

Here are three moves the Colts should make that could help push them over the edge into playoff contender status.

One trade, cut, signing the Houston Texans should make

Here are three moves the Texans should make to help them return to the playoffs in 2024.

Mecole Hardman accused of allegedly leaking Jets game plans to opponents

There doesn’t seem to be an end in sight for the drama between Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Mecole Hardman and his former team, the New York Jets.

Report reveals Caleb Williams' eye-popping NIL earnings while at USC

Caleb Williams will soon be an even bigger multimillionaire than he already is.

2024 offseason primer: Jordan Love extension is priority for Packers

Love, who’s in the final year of his rookie contract and will make $12.75M on his fifth-year option, is due a contract extension over the summer.

Bill Belichick had this QB at top of Patriots draft board before getting fired

Though it’s not known which of the top three signal-callers the Patriots favor, it’s possible the team is leaning toward the same QB that Belichick was eyeing

Draft guru: Caleb Williams developed bad habits because he ‘got bored’ at USC

Considered by some to be a generational prospect, USC quarterback Caleb Williams is expected to be the No. 1 pick in the April’s draft.

AFC South: Most surprising takeaways from 2024 NFLPA survey

On Wednesday, the NFL Players Association released its 2024 team report cards.

John Harbaugh warns rest of the NFL to brace for brother Jim’s return

Ravens head coach John Harbaugh had just two words for reporters at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis on Tuesday when discussing the NFL return of his brother Jim, who’s the new head coach of the Chargers.

Cowboys' Stephen Jones addresses offseason strategy to retain star players

Can the Cowboys actually afford to keep these stars given the massive raises they’re all likely to command?