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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

Week 16 fantasy football waiver wire must-adds

Here are the top waiver-wire adds for Week 16 as teams prepare for the playoffs.

Watch: Tommy DeVito does right by NJ pizzeria after appearance-fee dispute

Less than 48 hours after it was revealed that his agent Sean Stellato had doubled his appearance fee at a NJ pizzeria, Giants QB Tommy DeVito made things right.

Chargers team president says GM, HC jobs perceived as 'very desirable'

Many around the NFL believe the Chargers general manager and head coach jobs are among the most coveted openings in the NFL for one reason: quarterback Justin Herbert.

NFL showing new tactic to nullify Eagles' 'tush push' play?

It’s no secret that the NFL does not like the Philadelphia Eagles using their seemingly unstoppable “tush push” quarterback sneak play. Amid discussions to ban the play, is the league looking to other tactics to discourage its use?

Tom Brady’s pick for NFL MVP might surprise you

With just three weeks left in the NFL season, the front-runner for the 2023 NFL MVP award is one of the more debated topics around the league.

A.J. Brown goes off on fan for criticizing Eagles offensive play-calling

Several Philadelphia Eagles players have recently made it known they are not happy with what they believe has become “predictable” play-calling from offensive coordinator Brian Johnson.

Titans should do right by Will Levis and shut him down for rest of the season

While Levis may be tough enough to come back from the injury and gut it out in Tennessee’s final three games of the year, the Titans would be doing a great disservice to their future by letting Levis step foot on the field again this season.

2023 NFL Comeback Player of the Year race coming down to the wire

A quarterback has won the Associated Press NFL Comeback Player of the Year award each of the last five seasons, and that trend is likely to continue this season. 

Insider sheds light on what Chargers are looking for in next head coach

The Chargers may consider changing their approach when hiring an HC this time around.

Tommy DeVito’s agent under fire for trying to do New Jersey pizzeria dirty

Mamma Mia! Tommy DeVito's agent Sean Stellato has found himself in hot water with a pizzeria.

It’s time the Jets to step in and save Aaron Rodgers from himself

New York has lost six of its last seven games, punctuated by a 30-0 defeat to the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, and there’s nothing Aaron Rodgers can accomplish by playing in any of the last three games of the season.

Steelers legend believes team needs to build around Kenny Pickett

It appears the Pittsburgh Steelers are heading for an offseason full of plenty of changes, and many appear to be divided on whether or not quarterback should be one of them.

Watch: Trevor Lawrence hits Jamal Agnew for longest TD pass of his career

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence entered Sunday’s matchup with the Baltimore Ravens with 54 career touchdown passes, none of them longer than 59 yards.

Raheem Mostert not happy with performance despite making Dolphins history

Given his numbers this season, Dolphins running back Raheem Mostert may just be the biggest bargain of the 2023 offseason.

Watch: James Cook makes Cowboys defense look foolish on 24-yard TD

Buffalo Bills RB James Cook schooled the entire Dallas Cowboys defense on his way to a touchdown.

Titans RB Derrick Henry seems to offer revealing hint on future

Tennessee Titans RB Derrick Henry might have had his worst game as a pro on Sunday and it's fair to wonder if he's already thinking about greener pastures with better offensive lines.

Watch: Amari Cooper's improbable sideline TD keys Browns comeback

Flacco and Cooper connected on an impressive throw, catch and run to spark a comeback against the Bears.

Zach Parise reportedly drawing interest from several NHL teams

After sitting out for the first one-third of the 2023 NHL season, Zach Parise has interest from multiple teams as he begins working toward a return to the ice.

Which team has best odds of landing Bill Belichick if he leaves New England?

Bookies.com released the odds for Belichick’s next team on Thursday, with a surprising NFC organization leading the way.

Does Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase have a legit claim as the NFL's best WR?

Few would argue that Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase is one of the five best players at his position. But if you ask his opinion, Chase believes he’s solely at the top of the mountain with everyone else looking up at him. Does his claim hold weight?

Which CFB players are skipping bowl games to prepare for 2024 NFL Draft?

It’s become common practice for any high-profile draft hopeful to sit out the final game of their college careers.

Despite career year, NFL coaches and execs are still skeptical of Dak Prescott

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is having the best season of his career, but he still has his share of skeptics.

How does Maalik Murphy's transfer affect Arch Manning and Texas?

While quarterback Quinn Ewers’ likely decision to forgo the NFL Draft and return to school in 2024 was reason for celebrating for many Texas Longhorn fans, it’s already come at a cost.

Roger Goodell addresses NFL possibly banning controversial tackle

The risk of injury increases by 25% when defensive players use that tackle.