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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_

EXPERTISE:

NFL, NHL, College Football, MMA, Tennessee Titans, Nashville Predators

Packers WR makes bold claim about Jordan Love vs. Aaron Rodgers

The Packers have moved on from the greatness of Rodgers to the potential of Love, and at least one Packers player thinks the 24-year-old QB is more than ready.

Analyst: Cowboys have obvious in-house replacement should HC Mike McCarthy falter

The Dallas Cowboys have an obvious in-house replacement should HC Mike McCarthy be unable to keep it together during the upcoming NFL season.

Colby Covington the latest to call for fight with Conor McGregor

Colby Covington would like to fight Conor McGregor down the road.

Tennessee Titans Pro Football Hall of Fame watch

Derrick Henry is one of only eight players in NFL history to rush for more than 2,000 yards in a season. He is one of several Titans players who could end up in Canton one day.

Jacksonville Jaguars Pro Football Hall of Fame watch

Examining which players on the Jacksonville Jaguars could eventually make the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Indianapolis Colts Pro Football Hall of Fame watch

The Pro Football Hall of Fame will induct the class of 2023 on Aug. 5. Here are players from the 2023 Colts who could join the immortals in Canton someday:  Quenton Nelson, guard: Nelson is only 27 and already has three first-team All-Pro selections, one second-team All-Pro selection and five Pro Bowl nods.

Houston Texans Pro Football Hall of Fame watch

The Pro Football Hall of Fame will induct the class of 2023 on Aug. 5. Here are players from the 2023 Texans who could join the immortals in Canton someday.

Joe Rogan laments Francis Ngannou leaving UFC for PFL

The 36-year-old Ngannou signed a multi-fight deal with the PFL in mid-May that also gave him equity in the company and allowed him to pursue outside boxing fights if he desired.

Former NFL coach believes a Justin Jefferson extension would sabotage Vikings

A former NFL coach cautioned that if the Vikings lock star WR Justin Jefferson into a long-term contract extension, it could markedly hurt the team's flexibility.

Report: 49ers HC Kyle Shanahan, NFLPA director get into sideline spat

The details of what exactly transpired aren’t fully known, but multiple reports claim that San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan got into an altercation with NFL Players Association player director Dwayne Allen during a team practice on Wednesday.

Details emerge regarding DeAndre Hopkins' contract demands

Despite his lavish contract demands, Hopkins still has a few suitors.

Pros and cons of a Ryan Tannehill trade for the Falcons

Despite all public declarations to the contrary, many NFL pundits question if the Atlanta Falcons front office is truly 100 percent committed to quarterback Desmond Ridder. Does a trade for Tannehill make sense?

Panthers HC sees similarities between WR Laviska Shenault, 49ers star

Though Laviska Shenault Jr. is not quite the caliber of player San Francisco 49ers star Deebo Samuel is, Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich sees similarities between the two receivers.

NFL reveals if Tom Brady can own and play for the Raiders

While Tom Brady playing quarterback for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2023 — a team he has an ownership stake in — sounds a bit farfetched, the NFL says it’s definitely a possibility.

Leslie Frazier drops an ominous hint about his NFL future

Former Bills DC Leslie Frazier said that he will contemplate his coaching future in the months ahead.

Four 2022 playoff teams that could miss the postseason this year

The rate of repeat playoff teams has been on the decline over the last two seasons, and that trend could continue this year.

Four NFL teams that could be surprise playoff contenders in 2023

The rate of repeat playoff teams has been on the decline over the last two seasons, and that trend could continue this year. Here are the four likeliest teams — two for each conference — that just missed out on the playoffs last season but could get in this year.

Vikings HC's comments hint where Dalvin Cook stands with team

It appears the writing is on the wall regarding Dalvin Cook’s future with the Minnesota Vikings.

Patriots HC Bill Belichick shoulders blame for offseason violations

According to NFL.com, the violations occurred during special teams meetings overseen by offensive assistant Joe Judge at the team’s practice facility in early May. Those gatherings went longer than the NFL-mandated four-hour-per-day limit. 

NFL analyst: Titans had the worst offseason in league

When the Titans brought in Ran Carthon to replace Jon Robinson as general manager, the expectation was the team’s roster would see a drastic overhaul for the better.

Tyler Boyd reveals how Bengals 'one-upped' Chiefs in their rivalry

After meeting in the AFC Championship Game each of the last two seasons, the Bengals and Chiefs have perhaps the best rivalry in the conference and one of the best in the NFL. Which is why Tyler Boyd was especially thrilled when the Bengals pulled a certain move.

Four NFL players who could be post-June 1 cut or trade candidates

While several teams have already released high-priced veterans to gain some salary cap relief, other players could still be on the chopping block as June 1 rolls around.

HC explains how Jaguars want to ramp up WR Calvin Ridley

Because of a nearly two-year layoff, head coach Doug Pederson said he’s had to hold Ridley back during OTAs as he gets acclimated to a new offense and new personnel.

Report: Predators make surprising move behind the bench

NHL Network’s Kevin Weekes confirmed the Predators are making a change behind the bench, firing John Hynes and replacing him with Andrew Brunette.