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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.

Watch: Stephen A. Smith throws 'preposterous' first pitch at Yankee Stadium

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith might want to take a few days off from work after uncorking a beautifully horrendous first pitch at Yankee Stadium.

Bengals wideout doesn't think Joe Burrow should play if he's not '100 percent'

The Cincinnati Bengals aren't panicking over QB Joe Burrow, but at the same time, they aren't completely masking their concerns over his health.

Another Bears star seems unsatisfied with coaching

The veteran's comments came to light a day after Fields seemed to blame coaching for his "robotic" play.

Watch: Giant bubble briefly delays Dodgers-Tigers game

Baseball games get delayed for various reasons, whether due to rain, a wild animal, or a wild fan. However, the brief stoppage during Wednesday's Dodgers-Tigers game might take the cake. 

Watch: Hot mic catches Yankees manager Aaron Boone roasting umpire after ejection

It's been a rough season for the New York Yankees, and it may be weighing on manager Aaron Boone.

Week 3 NFC North predictions: Vikings earn first win, Bears' woes continue

The NFC North went winless in Week 2, but only a few will find a way to bounce back in Week 3. 

Familiarity should help Cam Akers' transition with Vikings

Only days after the Rams made him a healthy scratch in Week 2, Cam Akers is on the move, traded to the Vikings, where the former second-round pick has a chance to thrive due to familiarity. 

Bears DC resigns amid bizarre speculation

Throughout the day, vague reports speculated that authorities had raided Williams' home and possibly the Bears facility.

Dolphins survive wild ending to beat Patriots, improve to 2-0

The Dolphins survived a late push from the Patriots and a wild ending to come away with a 24-17 victory on "Sunday Night Football," improving to 2-0. 

Watch: Patriots HC Bill Belichick shows disdain for officials with aggressive challenge flag throw

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick was in rare form on his spot challenge during his team's "Sunday Night Football" showdown with the Miami Dolphins.

Watch: Patriots special teams ace comes out of nowhere to block Dolphins FG

Patriots special teams extraordinaire Brenden Schooler did his thing against the Miami Dolphins on "Sunday Night Football," coming through with a blocked field goal.

A troubling trend continues for Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel

Mike McDaniel may be an up-and-coming head coach leading the Miami Dolphins, but one of his shortcomings reared its ugly head Sunday against the New England Patriots. 

Is injured Giants RB Saquon Barkley fearing the worst?

Injured late in the Giants miraculous come-from-behind victory over the Cardinals on Sunday, running back Saquon Barkley may fear the worst.

Rams rookie WR Puka Nacua sets remarkable NFL record

Los Angeles Rams rookie wide receiver Puka Nacua has been a revelation through his first two NFL games and on Sunday broke a league record that had stood for 43 years.

Raiders RB Josh Jacobs makes unflattering NFL history with poor outing vs. Bills

Las Vegas Raiders RB Josh Jacobs somehow recorded a negative rushing day against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday.

Watch: Buccaneers LB Shaq Barrett carries multiple Bears into end zone on pick-six

Linebacker Shaq Barrett helped the Tampa Bay Buccaneers improve to 2-0 on Sunday, capping off a 27-17 win over the Chicago Bears with a clutch, hard-fought pick-six.

Watch: Denny Hamlin quiets boos by roasting Bristol crowd after NASCAR playoff win

Denny Hamlin seems to be relishing his role as NASCAR villain.

Aaron Rodgers is looking to make an insane comeback

According to a report from Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero of NFL.com, Aaron Rodgers underwent an "innovative" surgery to repair his torn Achilles tendon in hopes of making a remarkable comeback this season. 

Watch: Colorado, Colorado State players involved in heated pregame altercation

Tensions were high before Saturday's much-anticipated matchup between Colorado and Colorado State. However, things nearly got out of control after an altercation between the two sides broke out at midfield roughly an hour before kickoff.

Ohio State WR Marvin Harrison Jr. has LeBron James' attention

Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. has turned plenty of heads this season, but he's also caught the attention of Lakers superstar and hometown hero LeBron James. 

Watch: Iowa State HC goes after heckling fan

After Iowa State's 10-7 loss to Ohio, head coach Matt Campbell was hearing it from his own fans, leading to an uncomfortable incident after the game. 

Syracuse TE Oronde Gadsden II addresses NFL Draft rumors after season-ending injury

Syracuse TE Oronde Gadsden II is done for the season with injury and addressed rumors of a potential jump for the NFL Draft, though an emphatic denial of NFL interest was not in the cards.

Braves are approaching an incredible home run record

The Braves are creeping closer to an incredible MLB mark after continuing their assault on baseballs by rocking two first-inning home runs Sunday against the Marlins.

Watch: Blunder on FG call costs Iowa State in loss to Ohio

Iowa State fell to Ohio, 10-7, on Saturday in a matchup marred by a mistake by officials that potentially cost the Cyclones a chance at earning a win. 

Dale Earnhardt Jr. catches fire at Bristol in first Xfinity Series start in over a year

Dale Earnhardt Jr. was crushing it in his first Xfinity Series race in over a year, right up until his car began to fill with smoke.