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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

NFL Draft watch: Kansas State TE Ben Sinnott rising up draft boards

Ben Sinnott is coming off a breakout game. Here are other prospects whose play over the weekend either helped — or hurt — their draft stock.

Week 13 fantasy football waiver wire must-adds

There were plenty of letdowns and injuries to go around in Week 12 of the NFL season. Here are the top waiver-wire adds for Week 13.

Mike Tomlin says Diontae Johnson 'needs to answer for' actions vs. Bengals

Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Diontae Johnson garnered plenty of attention following the team’s 16-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, but for all the wrong reasons.

Deebo Samuel, A.J. Brown ensure 49ers-Eagles matchup not void of smack talk

Sunday’s matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles is a chance for the San Francisco 49ers to redeem themselves after a tough 31-7 loss to Philly in the NFC Championship Game in January.

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott says 'dad strength' responsible for breakout season

There’s no question that Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott was under an immense amount of pressure to perform better than he did a season ago. Through 11 games he has succeeded in that endeavor.

Former Panthers Pro Bowler reportedly interested in team’s head coaching job

A surprising name may be interested in the Panthers head coaching vacancy.

Is the AFC South home of the NFL’s next up-and-coming QB rivalry?

The NFL has traditionally always had truly great quarterback rivalries — ones that sometimes even seem bigger than the game itself.

Could Mike Vrabel jump ship to coach this struggling AFC team?

Few knew what to expect out of the Tennessee Titans before the 2023 season began. Things went off the rails pretty quickly, and it became evident the organization needs to hit the reset button.

With a loaded '24 WR class, Panthers need to find a way back into first round

The Panthers are in a tough spot, in desperate need of weapons for quarterback Bryce Young but lacking a first-round pick with which to acquire one.

Rex Ryan puts Patriots HC Bill Belichick on blast in mic-dropping rant

It’s far from a secret that there’s no love lost between former NFL head coach-turned-NFL analyst Rex Ryan and New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick.

Watch: Khalil Mack spins past two Ravens, forces Lamar Jackson fumble

Los Angeles Chargers edge-rusher Khalil Mack is in the middle of a fantastic season of football.

Deion Sanders, Colorado lose No. 5 QB in 2025 recruiting class

Things keep going from bad to worse for University of Colorado head coach Deion Sanders.

Watch: Jalen Hurts, Olamide Zaccheaus connect for improbable TD pass

Against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday, Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts once more showed off his uncanny ability to make things happen when nothing exists.

Watch: Eagles' Jalen Carter shows off impressive vertical leap on blocked Bills FG

Philadelphia Eagles DT Jalen Carter has consistently shown off elite-level athleticism during his rookie campaign in the NFL and he was at it once more against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.

Tension reportedly causing rift between Giants head coach, defensive coordinator

Not much has gone right for the New York Giants this season, and now, another log has been thrown on the fire.

Watch: Kyler Murray fakes out Rams defense for third rushing TD in three games

Since making his first start in nearly a year three weeks ago, Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has been impossible to keep out of the end zone.

Deion Sanders sounds off on perception recruits choose Colorado to get paid

Many have wondered if Colorado has become a destination due to the possibility of landing a lucrative NIL deal.

Week 12 AFC South predictions: Texans-Jags matchup could decide the division

Here are predictions for Week 12’s slate of games in the AFC South.

Joe Flacco admits he was shocked it took as long as it did to land another job

Despite being 38, Joe Flacco didn’t expect to wait until Week 12 of the 2023 NFL season before he signed with another team.

Drew Brees confesses that he has limited use of his right arm

Brees opened up on the health of his arm.

Watch: Eagles HC Nick Sirianni lets Chiefs fans have it after ‘MNF’ win

Nick Sirianni told reporters heading into Monday’s matchup with the Kansas City Chiefs it was the team’s biggest game of the season simply because it was the next one, not because it was a Super Bowl rematch. His postgame antics told a different story.

Jets' Zach Wilson doesn’t agree with ‘scapegoat’ label

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson thinks pretty highly of teammate Aaron Rodgers, but he doesn’t necessarily agree with Rodgers’ recent assessment of how the Jets handled Wilson’s demotion to third string.

Week 12 fantasy football waiver wire must-adds

There were plenty of letdowns and injuries to go around in Week 11 of the NFL season. 

NFL Draft watch: Nate Wiggins makes case for CB1, Vols QB’s stock plummeting

Every week during the college football season, Yardbarker will post a brief look at 2024 NFL Draft prospects and how their play over the weekend either helped — or hurt — their draft stock.

Defensive lineman puts Titans on blast hours after being released

Around 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday evening, the Titans rather innocently released defensive tackle Jaleel Johnson. Approximately two and a half hours later, Johnson put the Titans on blast via social media.