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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

How the Rams-Dolphins trade for Jalen Ramsey almost didn’t happen

A Ramsey to the Dolphins trade almost never came to fruition, and the cornerback himself had a lot to do with saving the deal.

David Montgomery 'salivating' at potential of Lions offense

New Lions RB David Montgomery was part of the Chicago Bears No. 1-ranked rushing attack in 2022, but he’s excited at the prospect of joining the NFL’s No. 4-ranked offense and the potential the unit has in 2023.

Jordan Poyer has major revelation about return to Bills

While many were expecting a Poyer-to-Miami announcement, the 31-year-old All-Pro chose to stay right where he is, signing a two-year deal worth up to $14.5 million with the Bills on Wednesday.

Three potential landing spots for Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins

What are some possible trade fits for the Arizona Cardinals should they choose to move veteran WR DeAndre Hopkins?

Georgia gives assistant coaches substantial raises

After losing offensive coordinator Todd Monken to the NFL, the Georgia Bulldogs decided it was wise to invest in its remaining assistant coaches.

Deonte Harty signing cleared way for Bills to cut Isaiah McKenzie

This move opens the door for recent free-agent signing Deonte Harty, who has a similar skill set and similar build (he’s 5-foot-6, 170 pounds, and McKenzie is 5-foot-8, 173 pounds), to step into the role McKenzie has occupied since 2018.

Bears GM alludes to position change for top offensive lineman

Cody Whitehair is a bit of a jack of all trades for the Chicago Bears. He can play all three interior positions along the offensive line, but general manager Ryan Poles recently suggested that a switch from left guard to center could be in the cards for Whitehair in 2023.

Titans reportedly prepared to part ways with safety Kevin Byard

A former NFL executive said that he believes that the Titans would be willing to part with safety Kevin Byard for financial reasons.

Blues goalie Jordan Binnington suspended, fined after dust-up with Ryan Hartman

Binnington caused a fracas and a near-fight with opposing goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury Wednesday night after going after Ryan Hartman following a goal. 

Jon Jones calls out Stipe Miocic for avoiding fight between the two

Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic have seemingly been on a collision course ever since Jones announced he was moving up from the UFC’s light heavyweight to heavyweight division, but a fight between the two has failed to materialize. Will that finally change in July?

Parris Campbell latest addition to Giants' retooled passing attack

The move reunites Campbell with Giants wide receivers coach Mike Groh, whom he played for in 2020 and 2021.

Could the Steelers be contemplating a Bud Dupree reunion?

The Bud Dupree experiment in Tennessee lasted all of two seasons. Now, the 30-year-old linebacker, who’s a free agent after being released by the Titans on Wednesday in a cap saving move, could be heading back to the team that drafted him 22nd overall in 2015, according to a report from CBS Sports’ Josina Anderson.

Are the Bears working on a Jalen Carter backup plan for the Draft?

It’s no secret that landing Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2023 draft is a dream scenario for the Chicago Bears.

What Leslie Frazier texted Bears coach after signing Tremaine Edmunds

Adding Edmunds bolsters a Bears linebacker group that suffered several losses. Roquan Smith was traded to the Ravens midseason, while Nicholas Morrow and Joe Thomas — Chicago’s leading and seventh-leading tacklers, respectively — plus Matthew Adams are all free agents.

Justin Gaethje boldly claims he's the 'most exciting fighter' in UFC history

Of his six UFC wins, Gaethje has finished all but one. Of his 23 career wins, 19 have been by knockout or TKO and one by submission, giving him a finish rate of 86.9.

Jakobi Meyers out, JuJu Smith-Schuster in as Patriots revamp offense

While losing leading receiver Jakobi Meyers to the Las Vegas Raiders was presumably not how the New England Patriots wanted to begin free agency, they made up for it 24 hours later.

Saints QB Jameis Winston doesn't lack confidence despite Derek Carr signing

Though Jameis Winston likely could have had an opportunity to compete for a starting job on another team, the 29-year-old signal caller chose to return to the New Orleans Saints to back up Derek Carr.

Chris Johnson: ‘I think it’s a bad idea for Titans to go into rebuilding mode’

Although there have been conflicting reports on the future of Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry, former Titans great Chris Johnson believes the team should be adding pieces around Henry and not shopping him.

Bucs bringing in QB Baker Mayfield to compete with Kyle Trask

Although the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are on-record stating they have full confidence in quarterback Kyle Trask, that didn’t stop the team from bringing in some competition to push their second-year QB.

Report: Cowboys to part ways with RB Ezekiel Elliott

It appears the Cowboys will move on from their two-time rushing champion after Elliott was supplanted by Tony Pollard during the 2022 season.

Eagles bringing back key member of their secondary

James Bradberry disclosed just a few days ago that the Philadelphia Eagles asked him to allow them the chance to match any offer the All-Pro cornerback got in free agency. Whether Bradberry did so or not isn’t known, but he’s heading back to Philly just the same after agreeing to a three-year, $38 million contract with the Eagles on Tuesday.

Saints decide to bring WR Michael Thomas back after all

While there were serious doubts the Saints would bring the 30-year-old back for a seventh season with the club, that’s exactly what they’re doing after agreeing to a one-year deal.

Top center turns down more money from the Jets to return to 49ers

Considered one of the top free agent centers on the market, Jake Brendel could have gotten a larger payday had he signed with another team. Instead, he chose to return to the 49ers.

Why Taylor Heinicke signing turns up the heat on Desmond Ridder

Taylor Heinicke has proven himself to be a capable starting quarterback in the NFL, something that turns up the heat on presumed Falcons starter Desmond Ridder.

Bears may target OL with No. 9 pick after acquiring D.J. Moore

Arming Justin Fields with weapons to throw to was a good start, but now Chicago has to protects its investment in the 24-year-old QB.