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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.

Caitlin Clark has electric first quarter in return from injury

Clark returned from her quad injury on Saturday against the New York Liberty, and let's just say she did not look the slightest bit rusty.

Reporter names Kevin Durant's two most likely landing spots

The Suns are expected to trade Kevin Durant, and the list of suitors for the two-time NBA Finals MVP appears to be narrowing.

Reporter offers notable update on Colts' QB competition

The Indianapolis Colts are planning to hold a competition for their starting quarterback job between Anthony Richardson Sr. and Daniel Jones, but it sounds like the latter has already gotten a bit of a head start.

Travis Kelce reportedly made significant change during offseason

Travis Kelce had a bit of a down season, but he's hoping a significant change he made will help boost his performance.

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.