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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

Analyst believes Lions should pounce on this QB in the NFL Draft

Perhaps no player has seen his draft stock rise more since the end of the college football season than Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson.

Chiefs add Pro Bowl WR in CBS Sports ‘free agency mock draft’

With Juju Smith-Schuster set to become an unrestricted free agent, the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs are likely in the market for another field-stretching receiver.

NFL writer links Dolphins to Pro Bowl RB

The Dolphins are stacked at receiver but a lacking running game left the offense somewhat unbalanced in 2022. Fortunately, a perfect solution may be available via free agency. 

Is now the time for the Bills to shake up their WR room?

Many would agree that finding a workhorse running back is a top priority for the Buffalo Bills this offseason. However, one insider made a case that Buffalo should also focus on revamping its wide receiver group to take pressure off QB Josh Allen and help reduce the number of double teams for leading receiver Stefon Diggs.

Analyst: Hendon Hooker could have best career of any QB in 2023 class

Hooker is flying under the radar as he recovers from an ACL tear, but that could lead to a team coming away with a steal in April's draft.

Cowboys exec says team needs to give Dak Prescott a playmaker

Jones discussed the need of the team to add playmakers to the offense after failing to replace the production of the traded Amari Cooper.

Ravens assistant leaving to be defensive coordinator at UCLA

Considered a fast-rising defensive mind, many believed it was just a matter of time before Baltimore Ravens secondary coach D’Anton Lynn earned a defensive coordinator job. Now he has, but in the college ranks.

Dan Orlovsky expresses desire to coach in NFL

While Dan Orlovsky may not have had the most memorable playing career, the former NFL quarterback is making a name for himself as one of the top football analysts at ESPN and it sounds like he hopes to try his hand at coaching.

Giants linked to top free agent with connections to Brian Daboll

With plenty of money to spend, the New York Giants could be major players in free agency. With a few holes to fix defensively, Pro Football Focus believes New York may be a frontrunner to land All-Pro safety Jordan Poyer thanks to his ties with head coach Brian Daboll.

Chiefs WR recruiting former Packers teammate to join him in Kansas City

It’s no secret that the Green Bay Packers would like to keep Allen Lazard from hitting the open market.

Insider says Packers could cut ties with disappointing rookie

Even as a rookie, Sean Rhyan was expected to compete for a starting spot on the Green Bay Packers offensive line in 2022.

Could Lions be players for top free-agent cornerback?

While Jeff Okudah finally looked like the player the Lions thought they were getting when they drafted him third overall in 2020, the rest of Detroit’s secondary left much to be desired this season.

Deshaun Watson weighs in on possible reunion with DeAndre Hopkins

Watson and Hopkins were teammates in Houston from 2017 to 2019. Hopkins was a First-Team All-Pro and Pro Bowler each season, leading the NFL in touchdown catches in 2017 (13). 

Bills eyeing former division rival to back up Josh Allen?

With backup Case Keenum set to hit free agency, the Buffalo Bills are in the market for another No. 2 quarterback behind Josh Allen.

New Bucs OC says Kyle Trask needs to play QB like a point guard

Dave Canales knew he had his work cut out for him once he took the offensive coordinator position with the Buccaneers.

Jameis Winston addresses status with Saints

The Saints are one of the reported front-runners to land free-agent quarterback Derek Carr. Should Carr sign elsewhere, there’s a good chance Winston could return and compete for the starting job in 2023.

Eagles linked to first-round CB drawing Asante Samuel comparisons

With top cornerback James Bradberry set to hit free agency, the Eagles could be inclined to use one of their two first-round picks on his replacement.

Could top Cowboys free agent reunite with Kellen Moore?

It remains to be seen how serious the Cowboys are about re-signing free agent tight end Dalton Schultz.

Seahawks could part with first-round pick for pass-rush help

With two top-20 picks in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Seattle Seahawks are in good position to address perhaps their biggest area of need: pass rusher.

Trade for Raiders WR named ‘dream offseason move’ for Ravens

It’s no secret the Ravens plan to surround whoever is under center in 2023 with a better group of receivers.

Browns tabbed as ideal landing spot for top free agent safety

Although their top two leading tacklers this season were both safeties, ESPN’s Matt Bowen believes the Browns could use an upgrade at the position.

Raiders poised to make a splash in free agency

With $46.28 million in their pockets heading into free agency in March, Pro Football Focus believes the Raiders are potentially primed to go on a spending spree, projecting the team to sign four of its top 50 available free agents.

One potential snag in the Jets' pursuit of Derek Carr

The Jets have been linked to Derek Carr, but according to former four-time Pro Bowler Boomer Esiason, there’s one potential roadblock for the team.

Are Cowboys sending a message to Dak Prescott ahead of the draft?

Prescott is coming off arguably his worst season since entering the NFL in 2016. He threw a career-high 15 interceptions and posted his second-lowest passer rating.

A.J. Brown explains difference between Jalen Hurts, Ryan Tannehill

He’s been a member of the Philadelphia Eagles for a full season, yet two-time Pro Bowl receiver A.J. Brown can’t seem to stop talking about his former team, the Tennessee Titans.