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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.

Is Eagles DC still in the mix for Cardinals HC job?

Despite reports that the Cardinals had narrowed its head coaching search down to several names, a dark horse candidate might be lurking. 

NFL insider 'more convinced than ever' Jets will go after Aaron Rodgers 'aggressively'

Of course, rumors and speculation mean zilch until Rodgers decides on his playing future. Rodgers recently said that his decision would come following a four-day "darkness retreat."

Eagles special teams unit gets major boost ahead of Super Bowl LVII

Ahead of Sunday, both the Eagles and Chiefs are remarkably healthy.

LeBron James' foot injury reached 'unbearable point' while breaking record

On this week's episode of This League Uncut, NBA insider Chris Haynes said James has been nursing a foot injury, which reached 'dire' levels on Tuesday night. 

J.J. Watt won't send letter to NFL confirming retirement

On Friday, responding to a Tweet regarding Tom Brady filing his retirement letter with the NFL, Watt passed on doing the same but still confirmed he's hanging up his cleats for good.

Devin Booker hints that Cam Johnson, Mikal Bridges could eventually return to Suns

The Phoenix Suns paid a hefty price to acquire former Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant ahead of the NBA's trade deadline. However, Devin Booker hinted after Friday night's win over the Indiana Pacers that two pieces of the Durant trade could eventually return to The Valley.

CBS Sports president addresses Tony Romo 'intervention' reports

Earlier this month, a report emerged that CBS executives visited Romo last offseason to try an "intervention" after the former quarterback appeared unprepared during games.

Deebo Samuel rips those criticizing 49ers' responses to NFC title game loss

Pro Bowl WR Deebo Samuel responded to some criticism of San Francisco 49ers players' responses after their loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship Game.

Bengals WR Tee Higgins reveals which team he thought would draft him

Tee Higgins has emerged as one of the top offensive weapons on the Bengals. However, leading up to the 2020 NFL Draft, Higgins thought he'd be playing in an entirely different conference. 

Diontae Johnson, Mitchell Trubisky address pregame punch allegation

On Friday, a rumor surfaced that Pittsburgh Steelers wideout Diontae Johnson punched his teammate and quarterback Mitchell Trubisky before a game this season.

Former Patriots All-Pro bashes HC Bill Belichick

Asante Samuel spent the first five seasons of his 11-year NFL career with the New England Patriots, where he was an All-Pro cornerback as part of two Super Bowl championship teams. While Samuel says he learned a lot in New England, he doesn't have fond memories of working under head coach Bill Belichick. Earlier this week, in a Q&A with Betway, Samuel sounded off on Belichick and the "Patriot Way."

Darrelle Revis, Joe Thomas highlight Pro Football Hall of Fame class of 2023

The Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, welcomed nine new members on Thursday. During the NFL Honors, the Hall of Fame class of 2023 was announced, including Darrelle Revis, Joe Thomas, Ronde Barber, Zach Thomas, and DeMarcus Ware.

Patrick Mahomes' second MVP award could be ominous sign for KC's hopes in Super Bowl LVII

After winning the AP 2022 NFL MVP on Thursday night, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes will now look to break a trend that's lasted over two decades.

Jets duo becomes third pair of teammates to sweep Rookie of the Year honors

The Jets swept the rookie of the year awards at this year's NFL Honors ceremony. Cornerback Sauce Gardner was named defensive rookie of the year, while wideout Garrett Wilson received offensive rookie of the year honors.

Sean Payton hints that Broncos could pursue RB Josh Jacobs

A pending unrestricted free agent this offseason, Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs might have a possible suitor in an AFC West rival.

Mike Trout reveals advice for USA teammates facing Shohei Ohtani in WBC

In the upcoming World Baseball Classic, which will pit MLB teammates against one another, Trout was asked on Thursday during an appearance on MLB Network if he had any advice for his teammates to face his Angels squad mate, two-way phenom Shohei Ohtani.

Boomer Esiason explains why Jets may have to settle at QB

The New York Jets are one of several teams heading into the NFL offseason with a glaring need at the most critical position on the field, quarterback. 

Cavaliers' Koby Altman explains lack of activity ahead of trade deadline

The Cleveland Cavaliers were oddly quiet on NBA trade deadline day, despite being very much in the thick of things near the top of the Eastern Conference standings.

49ers kicker Robbie Gould takes shot at Eagles QB Jalen Hurts

Nearly two weeks after falling to the Philadephia Eagles in the NFC Championship Game, the San Francisco 49ers seemingly still aren't over it.

Watch: Controversial last-second foul call helps Kings steal win over Rockets

The Kings snatched victory from the jaws of defeat on Wednesday night against the lowly Rockets, thanks to a controversial foul call in the game's final seconds.

Islanders become latest team to reject pride jerseys

After several recent incidents involving players or teams rejecting the idea of wearing pride jerseys in support of the LGBTQ+ community, the New York Islanders are the latest team caught up in the controversy. 

Clippers expected to show interest in Russell Westbrook if he secures buyout

While Westbrook heads to Utah in the blockbuster three-team trade, he might quickly return to the L.A. zip code.

Markieff Morris comments on twin brother's past run-ins with Luka Doncic

Following the blockbuster trade made over the weekend, speculation has begun over Kyrie Irving's fit with the Mavericks, given his abrupt exit from the Nets.

Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb comments on Dak Prescott's struggles

After posting MVP-like numbers last season, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott struggled to find consistency in 2022, leading to plenty of outside criticism. But teammate CeeDee Lamb has Prescott's back.

Jags' Trevor Lawrence heard whispers that he was a 'bust' heading into season

Following a brutal rookie campaign, the Jaguars quarterback knew what was at stake heading into the 2022 season.