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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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Three potential cuts for the Arizona Cardinals

With $13.46 million in cap space heading into the offseason, the Arizona Cardinals are a few roster cuts away from becoming prime players in free agency if they so choose.

Three potential cuts for the Minnesota Vikings

The Minnesota Vikings are another one of the 14 teams who are over the NFL’s $224.8 million salary cap for 2023, and the team faces some tough decisions as it needs to trim $21.07 million off its payroll to become cap compliant.

Three potential cuts for the Green Bay Packers

The Packers have a few options to help create some wiggle room money-wise.

Three potential cuts for the Detroit Lions

The Detroit Lions have the 10th-most salary cap space heading into 2023 but could add to that with several cuts that would have little impact on the field. 

Three potential cuts for the Chicago Bears

It can be argued no team is in better financial shape heading into 2023 than the Chicago Bears, whose $98.63 million in cap space is the most of any team next season. While the Bears don’t exactly need to make a round of cuts to be cap compliant, they could still save some money by trimming some fat from their roster.

Insider links surprising AFC team to Jimmy Garoppolo

Jimmy G compiled a 31-14 record as SF’s starter, throwing for 13,599 yards, 82 touchdowns and 42 interceptions while leading the 49ers to an NFC West title, two NFC Championship Games and a Super Bowl appearance.

Steelers' Pat Freiermuth makes big admission about offense with Kenny Pickett

Freiermuth’s admission is just the latest knock against much-maligned offensive coordinator Matt Canada, who come under fire this season for his uninspiring system and predictable play-calling.

Vikings could look to move on from RB Dalvin Cook

Cook played a full season for the first time in his six-year NFL career in 2022, and yet it’s possible the Vikings may not bring back the 1,000-yard rusher.

Raiders trade up for a QB in The Athletic's latest mock draft

In search of a new franchise quarterback, one insider believes the Raiders will be aggressive in finding that guy in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Bill O’Brien on Patriots return: ‘I just couldn’t pass it up’

It’s been 12 years since O’Brien was last employed by the Patriots.

NFL GM says Packers could send Aaron Rodgers to AFC West

All signs point to the Green Bay Packers parting ways with quarterback Aaron Rodgers, but where the four-time NFL MVP ends up in 2023 is anyone’s guess. However, one anonymous GM told a reporter that he believes Rodgers could be dealt to the AFC West.

Insider: Bills possibly growing 'frustrated' with QB Josh Allen

Josh Allen’s reckless abandon has been well-documented. And while the 26-year-old quarterback is better suited than most to the take the kind of beating he does, one team insider questions if the team is growing frustrated with the unnecessary beating Allen subjects himself to.

Could Cowboys replace Kellen Moore with former Cardinals HC?

The Cowboys happen to be in the market for a new offensive coordinator after parting ways with Moore on Sunday.

Bears could bolster defensive line with this Eagles free agent

The Bears ranked last in the NFL in sacks (20) and they allowing the second-most rushing yards per game (157.3), which is why one analyst suggested they consider making a run at one of the top free agent lineman this offseason—Philadelphia’s Javon Hargrave.

Insider thinks Bills should pursue top dual-threat running back

The lack of a credible run game is not only Buffalo’s biggest glaring weakness, but it’s arguably what did the Bills in against the Bengals two weeks ago. This trade could fix that.

Bill Parcells warns Dolphins about going all-in on Tua Tagovailoa

Dealing with injuries over the last four years and the severe concussion troubles of this season, many question the Tua Tagovailoa's long-term NFL future, including Bill Parcells.

Travis Kelce gets shoutout from The Rock for post-game trash talk

Chiefs fans weren’t the only one who appreciated Kelce’s shenanigans following Kansas City’s 23-20 win over the Bengals in the AFC Championship Game on Sunday.

Raiders' Chandler Jones named one of worst free agent signings of 2022

The Raiders made plenty of mistakes this season, and according to Pro Football Focus, singing Jones to a three-year, $51M contract was one of them.

Is the franchise tag an option for Seahawks and Geno Smith?

There’s no question the Seattle Seahawks would like to bring back quarterback Geno Smith in 2023. The best way to do that remains to be seen.

Bengals LB on Joseph Ossai outburst: ‘That doesn’t define me’

Germaine Pratt went viral Sunday night following the Bengals' 23-20 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game, and not in a good way.

Analyst names best landing spot for Raiders QB Derek Carr

The Las Vegas Raiders will presumably have no shortage of suitors for quarterback Derek Carr with as many as 10 teams potentially looking for a new signal caller heading into 2023.

New Falcons defensive coordinator praised by division rival

If there’s anyone who can vouch for new Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen, it’s Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan. The two spent the last six years together in New Orleans with Nielsen serving as Jordan’s position coach each season. After the Falcons announced Nielsen’s hire, Jordan sung the praises of his former coach via Twitter.

Former Vikings O-lineman throws Kirk Cousins under the bus

For all of the success that Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins had in 2022, there’s still a sizeable contingency of people who believe it’s time for Minnesota to move on from the polarizing QB.

Latest CBS Sports mock draft has Panthers trading up to No. 1 in blockbuster

It’s no secret that the Carolina Panthers are in need of a franchise quarterback, and one NFL insider has the Panthers pulling off a blockbuster three-team trade to move up from No. 9 overall to No. 1.

Packers reportedly losing key member of defensive-coaching staff

Green Bay Packers fans wanted to see change with the team’s defensive-coaching staff come 2023. However, the coach reportedly leaving wasn’t who they had in mind.