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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.

Saints QB offers one major criticism of UFL

Ben DiNucci is a huge advocate of spring football leagues, but the New Orleans Saints quarterback believes there are some issues that the United Football League needs to address if it wants to survive.

Former Maryland players may not be happy with Buzz Williams hire

Maryland has brought in an experienced new head coach after Kevin Williard kicked the program on his way out the door, but it is safe to assume at least some of the school's alumni will not be pleased with the hire.

Freddie Freeman aggravates injury in shower 'mishap'

Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman was out of the lineup on Monday night after he suffered an unfortunate injury.

Jurickson Profar's PED suspension raises one huge question

Atlanta Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar has been suspended by Major League Baseball after he violated the league's performance-enhancing drug policy, and the timing of the news has raised a number of valid questions.

Mike Vrabel has telling response to question about Bill Belichick

Mike Vrabel may have won three Super Bowls under Bill Belichick as a player with the New England Patriots, but the former Pro Bowl linebacker wants all of that to remain separate from his coaching career.

Five potential Tyreek Hill landing spots amid latest trade rumors

If Hill does want out of Miami, which teams might have an interest in acquiring him? Here are five potential landing spots for the eight-time Pro Bowl selection.

Mookie Betts overcomes mystery illness to carry Dodgers in walk-off win

Betts blasted two home runs while helping the Dodgers come from behind to beat the Detroit Tigers 8-5 on Friday night.

Red Sox's gamble with new ace could prove costly

The Boston Red Sox appear to finally have the top-of-rotation pitcher they have been lacking for years, and they are taking a gamble with him that could prove costly.

Did Russell Wilson take big risk by signing with Giants?

Russell Wilson is in line to become the new starting quarterback of the Giants, but it is fair to wonder if that role is guaranteed for the former Pro Bowl QB.

Unlikely hero emerges for Red Sox on Opening Day

The Boston Red Sox began their 2025 season on a high note with a road win over the Texas Rangers, and you will probably never guess who carried the team to victory.

Stefon Diggs drops hint about why he signed with Patriots

The New England Patriots are hoping Mike Vrabel can help reverse the franchise's recent misfortunate, and it looks like one of the team's marquee free-agent signings is happy to be working with the head coach.

Aaron Rodgers appears to be weighing three options

Aaron Rodgers has taken much longer than expected to decide his future, but he has few options.

David Ortiz appears to have helped Red Sox through offseason drama

The Boston Red Sox have had to manage a delicate situation with some of their best players during spring training, and it looks like they got some serious help from Big Papi.

Deion Sanders shares interesting detail about his flirtation with Cowboys

Deion Sanders may have had a few friendly conversations with Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones during the offseason, but how close were they to actually working together?

Were Russell Wilson, Stefon Diggs signings directly linked?

Two more major NFL free-agent dominoes fell on Tuesday night when Russell Wilson and Stefon Diggs found new homes, and the timing of the news has led to some questions about whether the signings may have been linked.

Stefon Diggs signs huge contract with AFC team

If Diggs comes back fully healthy from his knee injury, he should be able to provide a huge offensive spark.

Russell Wilson signing may answer biggest question of offseason

Could the Russell Wilson signing force Aaron Rodgers' hand?

Russell Wilson in line to start after finally signing with new team

Russell Wilson is joining his third team in as many seasons, and it appears the veteran quarterback has landed another starting job.

Bill Belichick may have had good reason for skipping UNC pro day

Bill Belichick was not in attendance as coaches, scouts and executives evaluated UNC players ahead of the NFL Draft.

Bengals have taken one outcome 'off the table' with Trey Hendrickson?

Hendrickson had 17.5 sacks in each of the last two seasons.

Former NBA star Mike Bibby lands college head-coaching job

Former NBA point guard Mike Bibby is the new head coach of a Division I college basketball team.

Cam Ward reveals four-word message he had for Titans at pro day

Cam Ward put on a show for scouts and executives at his Miami pro day on Monday, and the star quarterback had a confident message for one particular team during the event.

Watch: Cam Ward turns heads with insane throw at pro day

Cam Ward had an opportunity on Monday to show teams that he is worthy of being the first quarterback taken in the 2025 NFL Draft, and there were plenty of moments where he did a great job of stating his case.

Big update emerges about Stefon Diggs' recovery from torn ACL

Diggs is working his way back from a torn ACL he suffered midway through 2024, and there have been questions about whether the injury will impact his availability for next season.

Ole Miss star's grandmother goes viral during women's NCAA Tournament

Ole Miss advanced to the Sweet 16 of the women's NCAA Tournament with a 69-63 win over Baylor on Sunday, and we can almost guarantee you no one is more excited about that than Madison Scott's grandmother.