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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

Insider reveals when 49ers plan to play Brock Purdy with no restrictions

With each practice of the San Francisco 49ers training camp, the team puts a little more on Brock Purdy’s plate. Recovering from offseason surgery to repair a torn UCL, the 49ers are being cautious as they work the second-year QB back into the fold.

49ers HC admits team was rude to Raiders star during 2019 draft process

As Las Vegas Raiders edge-rusher Maxx Crosby remembers it, he didn’t make many good first impressions in his team interviews during the 2019 pre-draft process.

Bears were targeting All-Pro OLB if they didn’t land Yannick Ngakoue

The Bears had a contingency plan to sign four-time Pro Bowl edge-rusher Justin Houston had things not worked out with Ngakoue.

Three must-watch players in Titans’ first preseason game

The Tennessee Titans travel to Soldier Field to face the Chicago Bears Saturday at 12 p.m. CDT in their first test of the 2023 preseason. Here are three must-watch players for Tennessee.

Watch: Highlight-reel catch shows why Tank Dell is already Texans No. 1 WR

Rookie WR Tank Dell is showcasing the skills of a No. 1 WR already with a catch you have to see to believe.

Terrell Williams hopes preseason head coaching gig sets new NFL precedent

Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel’s decision to name defensive line coach Terrell Williams as acting head coach for the team’s preseason opener against the Chicago Bears was met with overwhelmingly positive feedback from those around the league.

Chiefs confident WR Skyy Moore is ready to make a jump in Year 2

The Kansas City Chiefs are hopeful that wideout Skyy Moore is primed for a Year 2 breakout.

Eagles Pro Bowl DB petitioning for some playing time at WR

Although Darius Slay is a five-time Pro Bowl CB, that isn’t stopping him from jokingly asking if he can get some reps at wide receiver.

Aaron Donald’s latest remarks puts the rest of the NFL on notice

Not only is the three-time Defensive Player of the Year returning in 2023, he recently stated he’s not happy about last year.

Terrell Davis: Evolution of NFL keeping RBs out of Hall of Fame

Seemingly everyone has an opinion on the changing perception of the running back position and its true value in today’s NFL, Broncos legend Terrell Davis.

Kareem Hunt leaves visit with AFC team without a contract

Hunt spent the last four seasons as a with the Cleveland Browns, rushing for 1,874 yards and 16 touchdowns over 49 games.

Fedor Emelianenko challenges Mike Tyson for his boxing debut

Former PRIDE heavyweight champion Fedor Emelianenko (40-7-1) is making plans for his post-mixed martial arts career and he has one of the biggest names in boxing at the top of his hit list.

Jets teammates get their first glimpse of a frustrated Aaron Rodgers

New York Jets QB Aaron Rodgers was not happy with the team's offensive performance in a combined scrimmage with the Carolina Panthers.

A.J. Dillon explains how he can help Packers offense

Weighing 247 pounds, Green Bay Packers running back A.J. Dillon is one of the tougher runners in the NFL to bring to the ground.

Vikings owner says his 'real focus' is not Kirk Cousins contract

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins is in the final year of his contract. And while the team would presumably like to sign him to an extension at some point, owner Mark Wilf said Cousins’ employment status is not at the forefront of his mind right now.

Johnny Manziel details struggles with Browns in new documentary

Manziel's brief time in the NFL was nothing short of a disaster, and the former quarterback detailed some of the struggles he endured during the difficult time.

Is William Nylander next on chopping block after Karlsson blockbuster?

If the Toronto Maple Leafs want to get out of salary cap purgatory, it almost seems as if one of William Nylander or Mitch Marner will have to be traded this year or next.

Players share thoughts about an NHL version of Netflix’s ‘Quarterback’

Netflix docuseries “Quarterback” has been one of the more overwhelmingly popular shows since its premier last month. Which prompted Bleacher Report to ask a few players if the streaming platform did an NHL spinoff, which position would they like to see camera a crew follow?

Logan Paul has an opponent for his next boxing match

While his WWE career seems to be flourishing, YouTuber-turned-combat sports star Logan Paul isn’t limiting himself to just one sport.

'Vintage' DeAndre Hopkins could be bad news for rest of the AFC

Through two-plus weeks of training camp, newly signed Tennessee Titans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins has been as advertised. The 31-year-old wideout has routinely made highlight-reel plays and his presence has elevated the rest of the team’s group of pass catchers.

Vikings WR K.J. Osborn has sights set on intriguing post-NFL career

K.J. Osborn is just two seasons into his NFL career, but the former fifth-round pick already has a vocation in mind for when he leaves football behind.

Colts make last-minute push for former rushing leader

The Colts' relationship with star running back Jonathan Taylor is on the rocks and the team could be looking for another back to compete with Kenyon Drake and Zack Moss.

ACC officials discussing the possibility of adding Cal, Stanford

The game of musical college football conferences doesn’t appear to be ending anytime soon.

Bucs Pro Bowl LB admits he was being selfish with trade request

A little under four months after expressing his desire to no longer play for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, linebacker Devin White has since had a change of heart and walked back his trade request.

AFC South under-the-radar rookies

With training camp and preseason underway, unheralded rookies will make strong impressions and climb depth charts. Here are four under-the-radar rookies to watch in the AFC West.