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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

Watch: Bills QB Josh Allen out-runs Chiefs defense on goal-line TD

On a second-and-3 from the Kansas City Chiefs 5-yard line, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen executed a perfect play call.

Insider sheds light on Jared Goff’s long-term future as Lions QB

When the Rams sent Jared Goff to the Lions during the 2021 offseason, he was considered by many as nothing more than a throw-in bridge starter until the Lions drafted their next franchise QB with one of the two first-round picks L.A. sent them for QB Matthew Stafford.

Eagles players go to bat for Nick Sirianni amid reports he lost the locker room

Philadelphia Eagles HC Nick Sirianni has received votes of support from a slew of players after his team crumbled down the stretch.

Steelers president breaks silence on future of head coach Mike Tomlin

Steelers team president Art Rooney II confirmed he’d already made up his mind about Tomlin’s future.

Ron Rivera says he has plenty of NFL options after being fired by Commanders

In four seasons with the Commanders, Rivera won just 26 games and he did not have a winning season.

Matthew Stafford blasts Lions' Kerby Joseph for dirty hit, Dan Campbell responds

Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph is developing a reputation around the NFL, and it’s not a good one.

Watch: Chiefs DT Chris Jones does hilarious Cris Collinsworth impression

Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones is a well-accomplished football player, but during Kansas City’s 26-7 win over the Dolphins on Sunday during Super Wild Card Weekend, the 29-year-old lineman got to showcase another talent.

Packers star reveals secret to stopping 49ers' Brock Purdy ahead of showdown

There might be something to this theory, but he also provided Purdy and the 49ers with bulletin-board material.

Patriots front-office execs could reportedly join Bill Belichick with new team

As Belichick begins interviewing with potential new employers, some have speculated he will bring some assistant coaches from his New England staff with him to his next team, and Boston Sports Journal’s Mike Giardi even reported a few members of the Patriots front office could also follow Belichick as well.

Eagles OT rips teammates for how they acted during playoff loss to Bucs

The late-season collapse of the Philadelphia Eagles may just be one of the more prolific meltdowns in recent memory.

Derrick Henry admits two playoff teams nearly traded for him at deadline

Despite turning 30 earlier this month, Henry has proven he still has plenty left in the tank.

49ers’ Nick Bosa has smug response to Eagles' season ending

When the 49ers dominated the Eagles 42-19 in their Week 13 matchup, it began a stretch of unfortunate events for the Eagles, who finished 11-6 and fell from the No. 1 seed in the NFC to No. 5.

Watch: Eagles fan dumps popcorn on HC Nick Sirianni after Bucs loss

It appears the Philadelphia Eagles players aren’t the only ones who have turned on head coach Nick Sirianni.

How the Broncos can soften the financial blow of Russell Wilson’s contract

Despite the huge financial hit the team will take, the Broncos reportedly plan to move on from quarterback Russell Wilson when the 2023 season officially ends.

Najee Harris gets brutally honest on Steelers issues: Change is needed 'in-house'

Despite having 17 winning seasons and 11 playoff appearances under head coach Mike Tomlin, it’s clear changes are needed for the Pittsburgh Steelers following Monday’s 31-17 loss to the Buffalo Bills during Super Wild Card Weekend.

Jim Harbaugh puts the screws to Michigan with latest contract demands

As he interviews for a potential head-coaching job in the NFL, Jim Harbaugh is still negotiating a potential contract extension with the University of Michigan.

How high is J.J. McCarthy’s draft stock after Michigan’s national title win?

University of Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy couldn’t have asked for a better ending to his college career.

Odell Beckham Jr.’s recent admission exposes the ignorance of Jets front office

Had Odell Beckham Jr. signed with the Jets like he originally had planned, he wouldn’t be preparing for his first postseason game since Super Bowl LVI in February 2022.

Robert Griffin III says possible Mike McCarthy replacement is a ‘culture changer’

Less than 24 hours after failing to reach the NFC Championship Game despite a 12-5 season for the third straight year, many are calling for the Dallas Cowboys to fire head coach Mike McCarthy.

Colin Cowherd floats dark-horse team as possible Bill Belichick landing spot

It was reported last week that the Philadelphia Eagles could move on from head coach Nick Sirianni if the team loses its Super Wild Card Weekend matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Monday night.

Watch: Michael Irvin puts Cowboys on blast in unhinged social media rant

Following Sunday’s 48-32 loss to the Green Bay Packers at home during Super Wild Card Weekend, many are calling for sweeping changes in Dallas, and franchise great Michael Irvin is one of them.

Did Dak Prescott hint that he wants out of Dallas with post-game remarks?

Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott doesn’t believe head coach Mike McCarthy is to blame for the team’s 48-32 loss to the Packers during Super Wild Card Weekend.

Takeaways from Packers-Cowboys playoff game: It's soul-searching time in Dallas

The No. 7 seed Packers ran roughshod over the No. 2 seed Cowboys on Sunday, embarrassing them on their home turf to advance to the NFC divisional round.

Watch: Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua burn Lions for 50-yard TD

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford is no stranger to throwing touchdown passes at Ford Field. 

Watch: Jordan Love, Luke Musgrave torch Cowboys defense on 38-yard TD

Over the last 10 weeks, Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love has performed as well as any passer in the NFL.