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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

Latest mock draft has the Rams picking surprise developmental quarterback

Though quarterback Matthew Stafford was back to playing at close to a Pro Bowl level in 2023, it’s not too early for the Los Angeles Rams to start looking for his successor.

2024 offseason primer: Titans rebuild begins under Ran Carthon, Brian Callahan

The 2023 season did not go according to plan for the Tennessee Titans, which had two separate three-game losing streaks and finished 6-11 — the franchise’s worst record since a three-win season in 2015.

2024 offseason primer: Brian Daboll enters crucial Year 3 with Giants

The New York Giants fell short of expectations in 2023.

Analyst explains why new Commanders OC is the ‘biggest fraud in football’

It certainly seemed the Commanders had some covert motivation when they hired Kliff Kingsbury to be their new offensive coordinator.

There’s only one scapegoat for 49ers’ Super Bowl loss, and it’s not Kyle Shanahan

On third-and-6 close to midfield during the Kansas City Chiefs’ final drive of overtime, San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Steve Wilks decided it was the perfect time to call a cover-zero blitz.

Troy Aikman roasted over an old Patrick Mahomes tweet

Fox NFL color commentator Troy Aikman may want to stay off social media for a while.

Brandon Marshall names surprising worst quarterback he's played with

Former six-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Brandon Marshall played with his fair share of quarterbacks during his 13-year NFL career, but one sticks out in his mind for the wrong reasons.

Maxx Crosby says Jon Gruden threatened to cut him for unbelievably petty reason

Maxx Crosby's eagerness to prove himself as a rookie during his first training camp nearly cost him his job when Jon Gruden was coaching the team.

Cowboys legend outraged team's public perception isn't what it used to be

The Cowboys last won the Super Bowl 28 years ago.

2024 offseason primer: Chargers boldly going all-in on Jim Harbaugh

Here’s what else you need to know about L.A.’s offseason.

Why the San Francisco 49ers will win Super Bowl LVIII

Here's why San Francisco will win its record-tying sixth championship. 

Jets owner buries Zach Wilson in fiery rant about forgettable 2023 season

Jets owner Woody Johnson threw Wilson under the bus with one simple statement.

Report: NFC East team not interested in Mike Vrabel for defensive coordinator job

Mike Vrabel was presumably hoping that the Dallas Cowboys’ loss would be his gain. But it wasn’t meant to be.

Analyst: This bottom-feeder should 'move heaven and earth' to get Caleb Williams

Williams threw for 3,633 yards, 30 touchdown passes and just five interceptions and rushed for 11 touchdowns this season.

Patriots reportedly keeping one Belichick on their coaching staff

Although Bill Belichick departed as head coach of the New England Patriots last month, that doesn’t mean there won’t be at least one member of his bloodline still roaming the sidelines in Foxboro.

Is Mike Vrabel heading back to the college coaching ranks?

Though he won’t be coaching in the NFL this season, it doesn’t look like former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel will be completely away from football in 2024.

Chad Johnson trolls fans with announcement he got an NFL coaching job

You’ve got to hand it to former Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Chad Johnson and Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce for really committing to the bit.

Jerry Rice's son not worried about playing in father's shadow if drafted by the 49ers

USC WR Brenden Rice wouldn't be intimidated if he landed with the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL draft. Rice's dad played a bit of football with the 49ers back in his day.

2024 offseason primer: Cardinals bullish on building around QB Kyler Murray

Despite the team's 4-13 record last season, the midseason return of quarterback Kyler Murray provided reasons for optimism heading into 2024.

C.J. Stroud blames Panthers for Bryce Young’s turbulent rookie season

It’s safe to say that Panthers quarterback Bryce Young’s rookie season did not play out like anyone expected.

A front-runner appears to have emerged for the Patriots GM position

Though the Patriots haven’t named a successor for Bill Belichick as the team’s general manager, it appears a front-runner is emerging.

Patriots WR has surprising answer to QB he wants team to take No. 3 overall

With the No. 3 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, pretty much everyone is expecting the New England Patriots to take a quarterback. One Patriots receiver has a favorite in mind.

2024 offseason primer: Patriots usher in post-Bill Belichick regime

Continuing with the theme of change, the Patriots could have new starters at multiple positions including quarterback — a need the team is expected to address with the No. 3 overall pick in April’s draft.

Soon-to-be free agents in Super Bowl LVIII who could be in line for big paydays

There will be plenty of star power on the field Sunday evening when the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs square off in Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

Former GM suggests Patriots' No. 3 pick should be a no-brainer

Holding the third pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots have plenty of options in front of them. One former GM has a strong opinion on which direction they should take.