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Mike Santa Barbara

Mike Santa Barbara is a Wilmington, Delaware native (Yes, it's a real place) with over a decade of sports writing experience. A diehard Philadelphia sports fan, he has two dogs named after Flyers and cried real tears when the Eagles won Super Bowl LII. You can follow him on Twitter at @mike__sb.

Dak Prescott's turnovers remain an issue in Cowboys' loss to 49ers

The Dallas Cowboys fell to 3-4 on the season in a 30-24 loss to the San Francisco 49ers (4-4), highlighted by more turnover struggles from quarterback Dak Prescott. 

Watch: 49ers TE George Kittle reaches incredible milestone on 'SNF'

Under the primetime lights of "Sunday Night Football," San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle joined an elite group, fittingly against the rival Dallas Cowboys.

Titans HC Brian Callahan should be on the hot seat after latest loss

Head coach Brian Callahan seemingly has no answers to fix the mess that is the Tennessee Titans, which should place him squarely on the hot seat, even in Year 1.

Falcons QB Kirk Cousins joined rare HOF company in win over Buccaneers

For the second time this season, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins dominated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, joining some rare Hall of Fame company.

Week 8 NFL winners: Jameis Winston shines, Commanders' prayers get answered

With most of the Week 8 NFL schedule in the books, it's time to take a look at some of the biggest winners around the league.

Watch: Devils captain continues hot streak, scores yet another goal

The 25-year-old isn't immune to scoring, having posted four seasons of 20 goals or more.

Failed experiment: Bears finally admit defeat with big roster move

The fruitless era has finally come to an end.

Takeaways from Yankees-Dodgers World Series Game 1: Freddie Freeman, Aaron Boone highlight thriller for different reasons

Game 1 of the World Series was an instant classic highlighted by historic hits and questionable decisions.

Panthers' Sergei Bobrovsky joins exclusive group in win over Rangers 

Florida Panthers netminder Sergei Bobrovsky is now a part of an exclusive group.

'TNF' takeaways: Returning WRs star in Rams' victory, Vikings done in by mistakes, late non-call

The Rams defeated the Vikings (5-2), 30-20, on "Thursday Night Football," improving to 3-4 on the year thanks to an electric return from two of the team's stars and a controversial non-call in their favor late.

USF HC Amir Abdur-Rahim left behind lasting legacy in short amount of time

The University of South Florida announced that men's basketball coach Amir Abdur-Rahim died on Thursday.

World Series Game 1 could be career-defining moment for Gerrit Cole

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole has a chance to reverse some narratives in Game 1 of the World Series.

Watch: Alex Ovechkin scores goal No. 855, climbing closer to Wayne Gretzky's all-time mark

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin has taken another step toward NHL immortality.

Giants owner unwilling to discuss future of QB Daniel Jones

Off to a dreadful 2-5 start, the New York Giants are already on the verge of another lost season, and change will undoubtedly come if they cannot steady the ship.

76ers HC clarifies Joel Embiid's status amid potential NBA investigation

The Philadelphia 76ers opened the 2024-25 season on their home floor Wednesday without several top stars, including Joel Embiid. While offseason acquisition Paul George is out with a knee injury, in the case of the one-time MVP, his absence is all part of the plan.

Watch: Steelers undrafted rookie picks off Aaron Rodgers twice in 'SNF' tilt

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Beanie Bishop will never forget his first or second career interception.

Jameis Winston shares emotional response to Browns fans cheering injured QB Deshaun Watson

Cleveland Browns fans loudly cheered as quarterback Deshaun Watson, left Sunday's 21-14 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on a cart after suffering a significant leg injury.

Watch: Commanders LB Dante Fowler notches first-career pick-six vs. Panthers

It took a while for Washington Commanders edge-rusher Dante Fowler to get that first-career interception, but it was a fun one.

Week 7 NFL losers: Giants feel regret, Vikings HC blows one vs. Lions 

With most of the Week 7 NFL schedule in the books, it is time to look at some of the biggest losers from around the league.

Wild make unique history in win over Blue Jackets

The Minnesota Wild improved to 3-0-2 on Saturday following a 3-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets, making unique NHL history in the process.

What to watch for in Lynx-Liberty WNBA Finals Game 5

With nothing decided four games into the 2024 WNBA Finals, the New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx will play a decisive Game 5 in Brooklyn on Sunday to determine a champion.

ALCS Game 4 takeaways: Giancarlo Stanton stays hot, helping Yankees take 3-1 lead 

The New York Yankees pulled out a miraculous 8-6 win over the Cleveland Guardians in Game 4 of the American League Championship Series on Friday.

'TNF' takeaways: Broncos rushing attack, defense show out in blowout win over Saints

The Broncos made strides on both sides of the ball, while the Saints may need to do some soul-searching.

NLCS Game 4 takeaways: Mets may be out of magic, Dodgers cruise to 3-1 series lead

The Los Angeles Dodgers are one game away from the World Series after defeating the New York Mets, 10-2, in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series on Thursday. They now lead the series 3-1.

Steelers legend weighs in on team's QB controversy: 'I think he fits'

Fields hasn't lit up the stat sheet, throwing for only 1,106 yards through six weeks.