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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

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni is a low-key fan of 49ers' Brock Purdy

Although he’ll be rooting against him in Sunday’s NFC Championship Game, Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni is otherwise a fan of San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy.

Packers' Aaron Rodgers has interesting comments about Jets' Zach Wilson

Although he’s been linked to the Jets through trade buzz, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers thinks New York should not be so quick to hit the eject button on its current QB.

Broncos have zeroed in on Sean Payton, but there’s one potential holdup

There’s no question that after the failings of Vance Joseph, Vic Fangio and Nathaniel Hackett, the Broncos want to hit a home run with their next head coaching hire.

John Harbaugh says big changes are coming to Ravens WR room

While it’s still not known who will be the Baltimore Ravens starting quarterback in 2023, whomever is under center will have a completely different supporting cast of wideouts, according to head coach John Harbaugh.

Richard Sherman offers up crazy Lamar Jackson trade proposal

Reports have indicated Smith could be seeking a new contract in the $30 million range. Jackson, of course, wants a contract in the neighborhood of the $230 million fully guaranteed deal the Cleveland Browns gave Deshaun Watson earlier this year.

Analyst questions if Ben Johnson will regret returning to the Lions

Though he got a sizeable raise to do so, his decision was met by many in the national media with a bit of perplexity, including NBC Sports NFL analyst Mike Florio, who on a recent episode of “Pro Football Talk” questioned if Johnson would regret not striking while the iron is hot.

What might Saquon Barkley’s next contract look like?

The Giants running back told reporters following Saturday’s 38-7 loss to the Eagles in the NFC Divisional Round that he’s not looking to reset the market for RBs.

Jordan Poyer’s mother: Bills safety hasn’t been ‘100 percent’ since Week 4

Sunday’s 27-10 loss to the Bengals in the AFC Divisional Round very well may have been Poyer’s last game for the Bills.

Brock Purdy on the verge of accomplishing something no rookie QB ever has

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy already has quite an impressive resume just seven starts into his NFL career. And with a win against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday, the 23-year-old signal caller will accomplish something no other rookie QB ever has: lead his team to the Super Bowl.

Watch: Micah Parsons tosses 49ers OL Mike McGlinchey

Parsons may not have had a sack in Sunday’s 19-12 loss to the 49ers in the NFC Divisional Round, but that didn’t stop the star linebacker from creating a viral moment.

Jim Schwartz: Browns need to start holding defensive players accountable

Once he accepted the defensive coordinator position with the Browns, Schwartz knew he had his work cut out for him.

Pacman Jones throws shade at Bills QB Josh Allen

It’s no secret that Jones has never had an issue speaking his mind.

Ex-Bucs CB says team is looking to 'evolve away from' Tom Brady

Tom Brady certainly gave the impression he’d played his last down for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during his post-game media availability following Tampa’s 31-14 loss to the Dallas Cowboys last weekend.

Insider explains why Bill O'Brien to the Patriots 'isn't a done deal'

Alabama offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien is the betting favorite to be the New England Patriots next offensive coordinator. However, MMQB’s Albert Breer recently suggested that O’Brien has other desirable options to consider outside of New England, and that a reunion with Bill Belichick and the Patriots isn’t a certainty.

Ravens part ways with offensive coordinator Greg Roman

Though he did not get the Stanford head coaching job, Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Greg Roman may have a new gig next season.

2023 NFL quarterback analysis: Minnesota Vikings

Cousins is firmly entrenched as Minnesota’s starter, and barring an injury, he appears to be head coach Kevin O’Connell’s guy.

2023 NFL quarterback analysis: Green Bay Packers

Rodgers is coming off perhaps the worst full season of his career, and he’s made it clear that he’s on the fence about his playing future with the Packers. On a recent appearance on “The Pat McAfee Show,” Rodgers stated he would not be part of a rebuild and he feels he can win another MVP in the right situation, but he’s unsure if the right situation is in Green Bay.

2023 NFL quarterback analysis: Detroit Lions

Goff experienced a career renaissance in 2022 under first-year offensive coordinator Ben Johnson. He was tied for fifth in the NFL in touchdown passes (29), and he ranked sixth in passing yards (4,438) and yards per pass (7.6), and seventh in passer rating (99.3).

2023 NFL quarterback analysis: Chicago Bears

Although Fields got off to a rocky start, he turned things around and seems to have a hold on the Bears' QB1 job. It would, however, behoove Chicago to find a more capable backup heading into next season.

Aaron Rodgers says he can win another MVP, but maybe not with Packers

Although Rodgers is just one season removed from back-to-back MVP seasons in 2020 and 2021, he had a tumultuous 2022.

Ben Johnson staying on as Lions offensive coordinator

Johnson had previously interviewed for head-coaching jobs with the Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans, and he was scheduled to interview for the same position with the Carolina Panthers on Wednesday.

Analyst on Brock Purdy's performance: 'Playoff football never looked easier'

While 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo could potentially be healthy enough to play in Sunday’s NFC Divisional Round matchup against the Cowboys, he won’t be taking Purdy’s job.

Why the Chargers will reportedly keep head coach Brandon Staley

Staley led the Chargers to a 10-7 record and a second-place finish in the AFC West this season. They won five of their last seven games to clinch the No. 5 seed in the AFC ahead of the Baltimore Ravens and Miami Dolphins.

Report: Rams have ‘contingency plan’ if head coach Sean McVay leaves

While there is no tentative deadline for McVay’s decision, Rams' chief operating officer Kevin Demoff is steadfast that the franchise is prepared for whichever one the sixth-year head coach makes, alluding to the fact that the Rams have a contingency plan should they be in the market for a new head coach, according to the Los Angeles Times.

Way-too-early Green Bay Packers 2023 NFL Draft preview

The 2023 NFL Draft is April 27-29 in Kansas City. Here is the very early breakdown of what the Green Bay Packers need on their roster.