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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.

Tua Tagovailoa makes wrong kind of NFL history amid benching

The Miami Dolphins have decided to bench Tua Tagovailoa with three games remaining in the 2025 season, and the quarterback will make some unfortunate NFL history when he begins Sunday's game on the sideline.

Ed Orgeron shares his reaction to surprising Joe Burrow comments

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow made some comments last week that few people saw coming, and his former college coach was taken aback by the remarks as well.

NBA insider names most likely trade suitor for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Antetokounmpo is facing an uncertain future with the Milwaukee Bucks, and there is one team that seems to have gained momentum as a potential suitor for the two-time NBA MVP.

Could Aaron Rodgers reunite with former teammate for the stretch run?

The Pittsburgh Steelers made a late-season addition to their wide receiver room when they signed Adam Thielen ahead of Week 14, and there is now speculation that another could be coming.

Jerry Jones shares the one thing Cowboys will not do

The Cowboys have almost no chance to make the playoffs in the wake of their Week 15 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.

Arch Manning makes decision on 2026 NFL Draft

The 2025 season didn't play out the way Arch Manning or Texas had hoped. Now the quarterback has made a decision on 2026.

Packers get some positive news after losing Micah Parsons

The Packers were dealt a major blow on Sunday when Parsons suffered what is believed to be a torn ACL, but the team has gotten some positive news on another key player.

Jets HC Aaron Glenn issues warning to team after latest loss

The New York Jets were blown out for the second consecutive week on Sunday, and head coach Aaron Glenn issued a warning to his team after the game.

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski tries to explain bizarre wristband blunder

Kevin Stefanski is squarely on the hot seat as the Cleveland Browns limp across the finish line of the 2025 season, and an embarrassing sequence that unfolded on Sunday probably will not help the head coach's cause.

NFL fan-base satisfaction index: How floundering Eagles, Giants and your team rate

This NFL season has delivered plenty of surprising turns, giving fan bases across the league a wide range of emotions.

Patrick Mahomes makes honest admission after Chiefs' latest loss

The Kansas City Chiefs turned in another uninspiring performance in their loss to the Houston Texans on Sunday night, and Patrick Mahomes is fully aware of what was at stake in the game.

Broncos are having one of the most unique seasons in NFL history

The Denver Broncos have one of the best records in the NFL through 13 weeks, and their ability to win close games has helped get them to where they are with the playoffs quickly approaching.

Report reveals Penn State's 'top target' for next head coach

Penn State is the most high-profile college football head coach job remaining now that both Florida and LSU have filled their vacancies, and the Nittany Lions reportedly have one name at the top of their wish list.

Did Nick Saban help LSU land Lane Kiffin?

Kiffin was officially introduced on Monday as the head football coach at LSU, and it sounds like Saban may have helped the school land its new leader.

Cam Ward calls out Titans coach over decision in Week 13 loss

The Tennessee Titans failed to score a touchdown in their game against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, and rookie quarterback Cam Ward believes his head coach should have given him at least one more opportunity to do so.

From A.J. Brown to Joe Burrow: 32 NFL players who need a change of scenery for the 2026 season

The NFL playoff picture is tightening, and with it comes a clearer view of which players around the league may benefit from a change of scenery.

Jalen Hurts issues challenge to Eagles after choke job against Cowboys

The Philadelphia Eagles had a complete collapse in their game against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, and star quarterback Jalen Hurts issued a challenge to his teammates afterward.

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson addresses elephant in the room after quiet game

The Baltimore Ravens got off to a very slow start in their game against the New York Jets on Sunday, and questions were raised about whether Lamar Jackson is fully healthy.

Colts HC Shane Steichen draws criticism for his late-game management

The Indianapolis Colts let a huge opportunity slip away against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, and Shane Steichen is under fire for the way he handled the end of the game.

Geno Smith has blunt assessment of Raiders' latest poor showing

The Las Vegas Raiders lost their fourth consecutive game on Monday night in what has been an incredibly disappointing season, and quarterback Geno Smith says fans should be pointing the finger at him.

Browns QB Shedeur Sanders reportedly had home broken into during NFL debut

Sanders is the latest professional athlete to have his home burglarized, and the crime was committed at around the time he made his NFL debut.

LeBron James shares his biggest challenge in returning from injury

LeBron James is ramping up to make his season debut with the Los Angeles Lakers, and it sounds like the steepest challenge he is currently facing has no direct relation to the sciatica that has held him out.

Patrick Mahomes makes honest admission after Chiefs' loss to Broncos

The Kansas City Chiefs have been surprisingly inconsistent nearly three months into the 2025 season, and Patrick Mahomes says he has played a significant role in that.

Bills' Dion Dawkins has blunt message for WR Keon Coleman after benching

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Keon Coleman was benched on Sunday for disciplinary reasons, and one of his veteran teammates had some honest remarks about the situation after the game.

Browns' Myles Garrett claims another spot in NFL record book

Garrett is having the best season of his career with the Cleveland Browns, and the star pass-rusher set a new record during Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens.