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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.

Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte didn't try hard to conceal alleged illegal gambling

New England Patriots rookie wide receiver Kayshon Boutte is facing serious charges related to allegations of illegal online gambling.

Watch: Mavericks' Luka Doncic and reporter argue after star has unruly fan ejected from Suns game

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic had to endure not only a blowout loss at the hands of the loathed Phoenix Suns, but also a chirpy courtside fan.

Analyst reveals Lions' key to beating 49ers in NFC Championship Game

The Lions are tailor-made for a brand of attack the 49ers "can't stop," according to one NFL analyst.

Watch: Jared Goff hilariously scoffs at question about Lions' star power

The farther the Lions have climbed, the more the team is doubted for reasons unrelated to Xs and Os. This time, a reporter questioned whether or not a lack of star power, compared to the big, bad 49ers, would play a role. 

What hiring Jim Harbaugh means for the Chargers

After weeks of speculation, a marriage between head coach Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers became official.

Could Utah be a relocation option for the Arizona Coyotes?

While Utah might covet an NHL expansion franchise, the Arizona Coyotes shouldn't be completely discounted for a potential relocation to the Beehive State.

Stanford women's HC Tara VanDerveer passes Coach K on all-time wins list

Roughly 43 years after earning her first victory as a head coach, Stanford's Tara VanDerveer is now alone atop the all-time list. 

Takeaways from Chiefs-Bills playoff game: Patrick Mahomes' standout performance and a little luck send Chiefs to AFC title game

For the sixth consecutive season, the Kansas City Chiefs will play for the right to represent the AFC in the Super Bowl.

A 'top candidate' for Eagles DC emerges after firing of Sean Desai

After a brutal late-season collapse, change is coming for the Philadelphia Eagles. 

Watch: Eagles' Jason Kelce parties with Bills Mafia outside snow-filled Highmark Stadium

Jason Kelce came to Highmark Stadium to watch a divisional-round showdown between the Kansas City Chiefs and Buffalo Bills. Along the way, he made some new friends.

Insider says Chiefs TE Travis Kelce will join brother in retirement at seasons' end

Only hours before the Chiefs take on the Bills in the AFC divisional round, former reporter and sideline broadcaster Michele Tafoya dropped a bombshell about the future of All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce. 

Did relationship between Eagles QB Jalen Hurts and OC Brian Johnson sour?

Details of the dysfunction within the Eagles are beginning to emerge in the aftermath of the team's monumental collapse.

Takeaways from 49ers-Packers playoff game: Brock Purdy rises to the occasion, Jordan Love crumbles late

The 49ers and Packers offered up the best game of the playoffs so far during Saturday's divisional-round slugfest. Kyle Shanhan's crew prevailed, but only just. Takeaways time.

Watch: Packers block FG attempt, denying 49ers points at the half

The Green Bay Packers trailed the San Francisco 49ers, 7-6, at halftime of the divisional round playoffs, but the deficit could've been more. 

The Texans' glaring weakness came to light in loss to Ravens

The Texans are ahead of schedule. However, following a 34-10 loss to the Ravens in the divisional round of the AFC playoffs, one glaring weakness highlighted why they still have a ways to go before being considered a genuine AFC contender. 

Former Eagles great trolls 'cursed' Cowboys

Desean Jackson isn't done needling the Dallas Cowboys.

Chiefs WR Kadarius Toney ruled out, which could be bad news for Bills

Usually, heading into a playoff matchup shorthanded is a significant disadvantage. However, in the case of the Chiefs and wideout Kadarius Toney, it may be addition by subtraction while potentially spelling doom for the Bills. 

Watch: 76ers' Joel Embiid pulls off incredible self alley-oop dunk, gives props to Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards

Reiging MVP Joel Embiid took inspiration from Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards in his destruction of the Magic.

76ers' Joel Embiid, Tyrese Maxey set unbelievable mark in win over Magic

Philadelphia 76ers dynamic duo, reigning MVP Joel Embiid and upstart point guard Tyrese Maxey, set an incredible NBA mark in a 124-109 win over the Orlando Magic on Friday.

Browns QB Deshaun Watson reveals feelings on C.J. Stroud's success with Texans

It's an oddly worded response from Watson, who presents Stroud taking over his old spot as if it were simply a changing of the guard.

Lions QB Jared Goff on pace to accomplish an incredible NFL first vs. Bucs

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff is an efficient day away from achieving an incredible NFL first.

Watch: Giants TE Darren Waller releases promo video for upcoming hip-hop album

New York Giants TE Darren Waller has a real interest in a potential music career.

Former Coach of the Year expected to join Antonio Pierce's staff with Raiders

Antonio Pierce's first order of business might be to bring in an experienced football mind to join him. 

Meeting between Eagles owner and HC Nick Sirianni could hint toward future

Philadelphia Eagles HC Nick Sirianni is still just that. Whether it remains so after he meets with team owner Jeffrey Lurie is the real question.

Analysts, mock drafts predict notable change for Cowboys

Whether the Cowboys believe Pollard is worth a long-term commitment or a large chunk of next year's salary is the question.