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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.

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.

Struggling Pelicans make decision on HC Willie Green

The New Orleans Pelicans have gotten off to a brutal start to the 2025-26 season, and they are now making a significant change.

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan makes major decision for Week 11

Mac Jones has helped keep the San Francisco 49ers in the postseason hunt for the majority of the season, but he is officially headed back to the bench.

Russell Wilson speaks out after getting demoted by Giants

Wilson is now a third-string player.

Wild stat shows how unique Broncos' 2025 season has been

The Denver Broncos have been one of the best teams in the NFL through the first 10 weeks of the season, and that is yet another reminder that statistics do not always tell the entire story.

Jets HC Aaron Glenn has testy exchange with reporter over injury rumor

Aaron Glenn was in no mood to answer questions about injuries.

ESPN's Dan Orlovsky stuns fans with his pick for next Giants HC

The New York Giants will soon begin searching for a new head coach after they fired Brian Daboll on Monday, and you will probably never guess who longtime ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky thinks the replacement should be.

Patriots QB Drake Maye has officially captured the NFL's attention

Following Sunday's win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Maye seems to finally be getting the respect he deserves.

Lincoln Riley addresses rumors about his future with USC

Lincoln Riley is aiming to have his best season at USC since he was hired by the school in 2022, but rumors have been swirling that he and the Trojans could part ways after the season.