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Steve DelVecchio

Steve is a veteran writer who has covered a variety of sports and pop culture topics for more than 15 years. In addition to Yardbarker, his work has been featured on prominent digital publications including Larry Brown Sports, MSN and FOX Sports. The UConn graduate has published more than 40,000 stories and is one of the most experienced trending news writers in the country.

How HC Rick Carlisle is using gambling lines to motivate the Pacers

The Indiana Pacers remain a heavy underdog in the NBA Finals despite having a lead in the series, and it sounds like head coach Rick Carlisle is determined to use that to his advantage.

Could Bengals rookie consider nuclear option amid contract dispute?

The Bengals have yet to sign rookie first-round pick Shemar Stewart to a contract, and there is a chance that he will not play for them in 2025.

Cam Ward drops legendary quote about his offseason plans

Cam Ward has some simple plans for his first summer as an NFL quarterback. 

Knicks' Josh Hart rips Tom Thibodeau critics in social media post

New York Knicks swingman Josh Hart does not appreciate some of the things he has heard about Tom Thibodeau since his former coach was fired last week.

Room for improvement: One unit on each AFC team that needs work

Roster construction is usually top of mind 365 days a year for every NFL front office. But no team is built perfectly.

Sean Payton's latest move shows clear offseason focus for Broncos

Sean Payton had a lot to build on after his second season with the Denver Broncos last year, but there is one area where he clearly felt rebuilding was needed. The team's latest big signing is further evidence of that.

Joe Burrow has blunt response to question about star teammate's holdout

The Cincinnati Bengals once again have a star player who is not taking part in mandatory minicamp, and Joe Burrow wishes that were not the case. 

Steelers QB Aaron Rodgers shares funny exchange he had with WR DK Metcalf

Aaron Rodgers spoke with the media on Tuesday for the first time since he signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and the veteran quarterback shared an entertaining story about an exchange he had with one of his new teammates.

Craig Kimbrel lands with new team after puzzling Braves stint

Craig Kimbrel was not given much of an opportunity to prove himself with the Atlanta Braves this season, but the veteran relief pitcher has landed with a new team.

Crazy practice green rule could have U.S. Open golfers seeing red

Golfers will have to navigate a number of challenges during the 2025 U.S. Open this week, but there is one in particular that they may not be accustomed to.

Cardinals' Marvin Harrison Jr. appears to have made major offseason change

Marvin Harrison Jr. appears to have undergone a major change this offseason, and it is one that Arizona Cardinals fans should be excited about.

Steelers fans excited about one photo of Aaron Rodgers from golf event

Rodgers has officially signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and it looks like the veteran quarterback is wasting no time trying to establish a bond with his new teammates.

High school football star tragically dies in shooting

A high school football star from New Jersey was tragically killed in a shooting last week, police announced on Monday.

Details emerge about Nick Chubb's contract with Texans

Nick Chubb is looking to bounce back from another injury in 2025, and the Houston Texans have offered the veteran running back a chance to earn a significant amount of money if he can do that.

Oakmont superintendent shares crazy fact about U.S. Open rough

There has been a lot of talk about the rough at the 2025 U.S. Open being more challenging than ever, and tournament organizers seem determined to make that a reality.

Five potential landing spots for Pro Bowl CB Jaire Alexander

The Green Bay Packers on Monday announced that they are releasing Jaire Alexander, and there should be plenty of interest in the veteran cornerback once he hits the open market.

Aaron Judge makes Red Sox rookie pay for comments about Yankees

Aaron Judge may have taken note of the comments rookie pitcher Hunter Dobbins made prior to Sunday's game between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees.

Details emerge about Aaron Rodgers' contract with Steelers

Aaron Rodgers finally agreed to a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers this week, and some details about the contract have emerged.  

NFL veteran retires to pursue awesome new venture

The longtime NFL wide receiver has decided to retire to pursue a very interesting new career.

Report reveals which Celtics player is most likely to be traded

The Boston Celtics are widely expected to be active on the trade market this summer as they look to shed salary, and there has been a lot of speculation that they could trade a star player.

Diamondbacks get brutal injury news on ace Corbin Burnes

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Corbin Burnes left his start on Sunday with discomfort in his elbow, and that is the last appearance the right-hander will make in 2025.

Indiana TV station issues apology for NBA Finals mishap

A local television station in Indiana caused uproar among fans by briefly cutting away from Game 1 of the NBA Finals at a crucial moment, and an executive has now apologized for the mishap.

Aaron Rodgers' decision is bad news for one other veteran QB

Aaron Rodgers has reportedly made the unsurprising decision to agree to a deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and there is one other veteran quarterback who may not have wanted to see that happen.

Jesus Luzardo sets unflattering MLB record amid Cy Young meltdown

Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jesus Luzardo looked like a legitimate Cy Young Award candidate a week ago, but it would be an understatement to say the left-hander has completely lost his stuff.

Five must-see Steelers games in 2025 with Aaron Rodgers on the team

Aaron Rodgers reportedly informed the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday that he plans to sign with them ahead of mandatory minicamp, which means NFL fans can officially start circling dates on their calendars.