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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.

Steelers three-time All-Pro rips those critical of how team wins

The Steelers simply don't make sense, but they get the job done — and that's really all that matters.

Insider explains why it might be difficult to outlaw tackle that injured Ravens All-Pro

The increased chatter over the topic comes after Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews was dragged to the ground with a hip-drop tackle by Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson on "Thursday Night Football," likely ending his season.

Ravens HC blasts Bengals LB for causing possible season-ending injury to star TE

The story coming out of the Baltimore Ravens' 34-20 victory over the rival Cincinnati Bengals on "Thursday Night Football" will likely be the status of injured quarterback Joe Burrow. However, the Ravens didn't exit the contest unscathed. 

'TNF' takeaways: QB Lamar Jackson, Ravens offense dominate while Bengals lose Joe Burrow to injury

The Baltimore Ravens rolled over the Cincinnati Bengals like a steamroller on "Thursday Night Football." Breaking down the implications of the contest.

Incredible stat shows why Shohei Ohtani is the MVP of all pro sports

Thanks in part to the ineptitude of the Los Angeles Angels, Shohei Ohtani's 2023 AL MVP Award comes with a unique twist.

After fierce denials, why did Michigan pass on its day in court?

After roughly a week of fierce denials, Michigan has backed off. Why?

Watch: Senators' Tim Stutzle shows off HR swing on buzzer-beating OT winner in Sweden

Tim Stutzle treated hockey fans in Stockholm, Sweden, to one heck of a show.

These NFL teams have disappointed the most in 2023

Now that the 2023 NFL season has passed the midway point, contenders are beginning to separate themselves from the pretenders, creating a clearer playoff picture. 

History played a 'huge part' in Draymond Green's lengthy suspension

While Green wasn't the only player involved, his punishment was more severe, and his troubled on-court history played a role. 

Week 11 NFC North predictions: Vikings' storybook run continues

On winning streaks, the Lions and Vikings are pulling away, while the Bears and Packers are desperately trying to play catch-up.

'SNF' takeaways: Raiders' Antonio Pierce is making a case to shed interim tag after comeback win

The Raiders (5-5) came from behind to beat the Jets (4-5) on "Sunday Night Football," improving to 2-0 in the Antonio Pierce era. Here are three takeaways from the Raiders primetime win: 

Watch: Raiders rookie TE 'Mosses' Jets DB for late lead on 'SNF'

The Las Vegas Raiders' battle with the New York Jets on "Sunday Night Football" had been a field goal battle through three quarters, until a rookie broke through.

Week 10 losers: Several HCs put themselves on the hot seat, Mac Jones falling out of favor

With most of Week 10 in the books, here's a look at the losers for the week:  Mac Jones, New England Patriots quarterback: The Mac Jones era may have ended in Week 10.

No. 2 UConn makes dubious history after stunning loss to NC State

Unranked NC State defended their home floor on Sunday, upsetting No. 2 UConn, 92-81, in front of thousands of rabid Wolfpack fans. However, their miraculous win also helped UConn make some unflattering history. 

Browns snapped long streak of futility in walk-off win over Ravens

The Cleveland Browns are finally starting to make the right kind of history after decades of incompetence.

76ers starter expected to miss 'significant time' after being hit by vehicle

The 76ers will be without one of their early standouts for a "significant time," but it could have been much worse. 

Watch: North Carolina QB Drake Maye plays backyard football vs. Duke

Drake Maye is one of the highest-rated quarterback prospects ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft, and he showed why Saturday against Duke. 

Watch: OSU WR Marvin Harrison Jr. posts three first-half TDs vs. Michigan State

Marvin Harrison Jr.'s monstrous season continues. 

Anonymous Raiders reveal what led to 'clueless' HC's firing

The Las Vegas Raiders lack of success under head coach Josh McDaniels ultimately cost him his job. However, culture played a significant role in owner Mark Davis' decision to start fresh.

Watch: Walk-off FG lifts No. 21 Arizona over Colorado

Arizona remained hot on Saturday, increasing their win streak to four games following a last-second, walk-off field goal lifting the No. 21 Wildcats to a 34-31 victory over Colorado.

Watch: Defense puts exclamation point on No. 12 Arizona's upset win over No. 2 Duke 

No. 12 Arizona stunned No. 2 Duke, 78-73, in what was a total team effort.

DeAndre Hopkins makes revealing comment on QB Will Levis

Tennessee Titans WR DeAndre Hopkins was asked for a comparable to QB Will Levis. His answer was interesting, to say the least.