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Since my childhood, I've been a life-long sports fan of Chicago sports teams. Whether we are doing good or bad, I still root for the Bulls, Bears, and Cubs. I have been writing sports articles since 2021. Living in Michigan as a Bears fan has made me enemy #1 with Lions fans.
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NFL

Sean Payton Talks About His Coaching Philosophy With Broncos

New Denver Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton fields questions from the media during a press conference at UCHealth Training Center on February 06, 2023 in Englewood, Colorado. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

2 Offseason Moves The Bears Need To Make

A detail shot of a Bears helmet on September 7, 2014 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

2 Teams That Should Have Interest In Jimmy Garoppolo This Offseason

Jimmy Garoppolo #10 of the San Francisco 49ers looks to pass the ball against the New Orleans Saints at Levi's Stadium on November 27, 2022 in Santa Clara, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

49ers WR Makes Strong Statement About Their Season

Brandon Aiyuk #11 of the San Francisco 49ers makes a catch against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter in the NFC Wild Card playoff game at Levi's Stadium on January 14, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

NFL Insider Gives Update On Tom Brady's Broadcasting Plans

Tom Brady attends Los Angeles Premiere Screening Of Paramount Pictures' "80 For Brady" at Regency Village Theatre on January 31, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

NFL World Reacts To Antonio Brown's Recent Claim

NFL player Antonio Brown looks on during the second half of the game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Los Angeles Clippers at State Farm Arena on March 11, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
College Football

Michigan State LB Shines During Shrine Bowl

Ben VanSumeren #13 of the Michigan State Spartans reacts after a sack against the Indiana Hoosiers during the second quarter of the game at Spartan Stadium on November 19, 2022 in East Lansing, Michigan. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

NFL Insider Shares Hilarious Comparison For Colts HC Search

Head coach Jeff Saturday of the Indianapolis Colts looks on during the first half of the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 17, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Mike McDaniel Always Had Vic Fangio In Mind

Head coach Mike McDaniel of the Miami Dolphins looks on during the second half of the game against the Green Bay Packers at Hard Rock Stadium on December 25, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

The Dolphins Continue To Stand Alone Atop The NFL

A detail of a Miami Dolphins helmet during the first half against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

An NFL Superstar Shined In A New Pro Bowl Event

The NFL Pro Bowl logo on a football during the second half of the 2016 NFL Pro Bowl at Aloha Stadium on January 31, 2016 in Honolulu, Hawaii.Team Irvin defeated Team Rice 49-27. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

1 NFL Division Has A Shocking QB Situation

The NFL shield logo on the goal post pad at Louisiana Superdome on September 9, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Tom Brady Reportedly Weighed A Long List Of Options

Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers speaks to the media after losing to the Dallas Cowboys 31-14 in the NFC Wild Card playoff game at Raymond James Stadium on January 16, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

NFL Fans Choose Brock Purdy For An Elite Honor

Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates after Christian McCaffrey #23 scores a touchdown during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on January 08, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Aaron Rodgers May Already Have A Top Offseason Suitor

Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers reacts after throwing a touchdown pass during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field on January 08, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

NFL Rumor Focuses On Concerns With Frank Reich

Frank Reich speaks with the media during the Carolina Panthers head coach introduction at Bank of America Stadium on January 31, 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Chiefs HC Reveals Mecole Hardman Super Bowl Update

Mecole Hardman #17 of the Kansas City Chiefs looks on against the Chicago Bears during the first half of the preseason game at Soldier Field on August 13, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

The Broncos Channel A Meme To Welcome Sean Payton

Former NFL coach Sean Payton speaks during an interview on day 3 of SiriusXM At Super Bowl LVI on February 11, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

The Rams Shared A Nice Farewell To Tom Brady

Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Bobby Wagner #45 of the Los Angeles Rams meet at midfield after the Buccaneers beat the Rams 16-13 at Raymond James Stadium on November 06, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Colts Fans May Be Gearing Up For Jeff Saturday Again

Head coach Jeff Saturday of the Indianapolis Colts walks off the field after being defeated by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the game at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 28, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

The Colts Are Having Trouble Picking A Head Coach

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay on the field before the preseason game against the Cleveland Browns at Lucas Oil Stadium on August 17, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

DeMeco Ryans Got An Important Texans Endorsement

Defensive Coordinator DeMeco Ryans of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Levi's Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Tom Brady Was Reportedly Never Leaving The Buccaneers

Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers runs off the field after defeating the New Orleans Saints in the game at Raymond James Stadium on December 05, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the New Orleans Saints with a score of 17 to 16. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Brock Purdy Continues To Wait On Further Medical Opinions

Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during the second half of the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on January 08, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

The Bears Are Reportedly Committed To Justin Fields

Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears reacts after the game against the Buffalo Bills at Soldier Field on December 24, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Tom Brady Retiring Officially Ends A Historic QB Era

Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints talks with Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after their NFC Divisional Playoff game at Mercedes Benz Superdome on January 17, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the New Orleans Saints with a score of 30 to 20. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

J.J. Watt Shares A Perfect Retirement Message For Tom Brady

J.J. Watt #99 of the Arizona Cardinals warms up before a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on September 18, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

The NFL Sums Up Tom Brady's Legendary Career

Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers reacts prior to the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium on December 11, 2022 in Santa Clara, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

An NFC Championship Blowout Did Not Hurt TV Ratings

Head Coach Nick Sirianni reacts as he walks back to the locker room after defeating the San Francisco 49ers 31-7 in the NFC Championship Game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 29, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Panthers Analyst Has A Surprise 2023 QB Plan In Mind

Detail photo of a Carolina Panthers helmet during a training camp session at Bank of America Stadium on August 24, 2020 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
New Denver Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton fields questions from the media during a press conference at UCHealth Training Center on February 06, 2023 in Englewood, Colorado.
NFL

Sean Payton Talks About His Coaching Philosophy With Broncos

  The Sean Payton era in Denver is already kicking off with the new head coach digging i... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
A detail shot of a Bears helmet on September 7, 2014 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois.
NFL

2 Offseason Moves The Bears Need To Make

  The Chicago Bears head into their 2023 NFL offseason with plenty of issues they need t... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Jimmy Garoppolo #10 of the San Francisco 49ers looks to pass the ball against the New Orleans Saints at Levi's Stadium on November 27, 2022 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

2 Teams That Should Have Interest In Jimmy Garoppolo This Offseason

  Jimmy Garoppolo is heading back into the headlines for the 2023 NFL offseason. Whil... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Brandon Aiyuk #11 of the San Francisco 49ers makes a catch against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter in the NFC Wild Card playoff game at Levi's Stadium on January 14, 2023 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

49ers WR Makes Strong Statement About Their Season

  The San Francisco 49ers 2022-23 NFL season saw them putting on an amazing performance... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Tom Brady attends Los Angeles Premiere Screening Of Paramount Pictures' "80 For Brady" at Regency Village Theatre on January 31, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
NFL

NFL Insider Gives Update On Tom Brady's Broadcasting Plans

  Tom Brady's post-NFL career has fans waiting on his next move. They remember the se... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL player Antonio Brown looks on during the second half of the game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Los Angeles Clippers at State Farm Arena on March 11, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
NFL

NFL World Reacts To Antonio Brown's Recent Claim

  Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown has made his way back into the public eye. T... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Ben VanSumeren #13 of the Michigan State Spartans reacts after a sack against the Indiana Hoosiers during the second quarter of the game at Spartan Stadium on November 19, 2022 in East Lansing, Michigan.
College Football

Michigan State LB Shines During Shrine Bowl

  The East versus West 2023 Shrine Bowl was a defensive-dominated game for both teams.... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Head coach Jeff Saturday of the Indianapolis Colts looks on during the first half of the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on December 17, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
NFL

NFL Insider Shares Hilarious Comparison For Colts HC Search

  The search for the next head coach of the Indianapolis Colts is still going on. Des... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Head coach Mike McDaniel of the Miami Dolphins looks on during the second half of the game against the Green Bay Packers at Hard Rock Stadium on December 25, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
NFL

Mike McDaniel Always Had Vic Fangio In Mind

  Rookie head coach Mike McDaniel had himself a solid first year with the Miami Dolphins... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
A detail of a Miami Dolphins helmet during the first half against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on October 10, 2021 in Tampa, Florida.
NFL

The Dolphins Continue To Stand Alone Atop The NFL

  Fans are slowly seeing a Miami Dolphins team that's hungry to return the franchise to... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
The NFL Pro Bowl logo on a football during the second half of the 2016 NFL Pro Bowl at Aloha Stadium on January 31, 2016 in Honolulu, Hawaii.Team Irvin defeated Team Rice 49-27.
NFL

An NFL Superstar Shined In A New Pro Bowl Event

  Saquon Barkley has always been an elusive running back on the football field. Ever... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
The NFL shield logo on the goal post pad at Louisiana Superdome on September 9, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
NFL

1 NFL Division Has A Shocking QB Situation

  The 2022 NFL offseason kicked off with plenty of teams searching for a franchise quart... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers speaks to the media after losing to the Dallas Cowboys 31-14 in the NFC Wild Card playoff game at Raymond James Stadium on January 16, 2023 in Tampa, Florida.
NFL

Tom Brady Reportedly Weighed A Long List Of Options

  Tom Brady's second retirement from the NFL gave him a long list of options to take.... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates after Christian McCaffrey #23 scores a touchdown during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on January 08, 2023 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

NFL Fans Choose Brock Purdy For An Elite Honor

  The rookie season for Brock Purdy was a ride for the seventh-round draft pick. Whil... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers reacts after throwing a touchdown pass during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field on January 08, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
NFL

Aaron Rodgers May Already Have A Top Offseason Suitor

  The Aaron Rodgers trade rumor season is already in full swing again. With fans stil... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Frank Reich speaks with the media during the Carolina Panthers head coach introduction at Bank of America Stadium on January 31, 2023 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
NFL

NFL Rumor Focuses On Concerns With Frank Reich

  The Carolina Panthers have plenty of work to do to fix the mistakes of their franchise... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Mecole Hardman #17 of the Kansas City Chiefs looks on against the Chicago Bears during the first half of the preseason game at Soldier Field on August 13, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois.
NFL

Chiefs HC Reveals Mecole Hardman Super Bowl Update

  Super Bowl 57 is seeing the Kansas City Chiefs with a laundry list of injuries on thei... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Former NFL coach Sean Payton speaks during an interview on day 3 of SiriusXM At Super Bowl LVI on February 11, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.
NFL

The Broncos Channel A Meme To Welcome Sean Payton

  There has been little to joke about for the Denver Broncos since their disastrous 2022... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Bobby Wagner #45 of the Los Angeles Rams meet at midfield after the Buccaneers beat the Rams 16-13 at Raymond James Stadium on November 06, 2022 in Tampa, Florida.
NFL

The Rams Shared A Nice Farewell To Tom Brady

  The NFL won't be the same without legendary quarterback Tom Brady. When he came out... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Head coach Jeff Saturday of the Indianapolis Colts walks off the field after being defeated by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the game at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 28, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
NFL

Colts Fans May Be Gearing Up For Jeff Saturday Again

  Disaster might strike twice for the Indianapolis Colts with their head coaching hiring... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay on the field before the preseason game against the Cleveland Browns at Lucas Oil Stadium on August 17, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
NFL

The Colts Are Having Trouble Picking A Head Coach

  No other team is having a hiring problem like the Indianapolis Colts. After making... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Defensive Coordinator DeMeco Ryans of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Levi's Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

DeMeco Ryans Got An Important Texans Endorsement

  The Houston Texans got the head coach they were looking for in DeMeco Ryans on Tuesday... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers runs off the field after defeating the New Orleans Saints in the game at Raymond James Stadium on December 05, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the New Orleans Saints with a score of 17 to 16.
NFL

Tom Brady Was Reportedly Never Leaving The Buccaneers

  When the Tampa Bay Buccaneers season came to a close, fans were wondering what was goi... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during the second half of the game against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium on January 08, 2023 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

Brock Purdy Continues To Wait On Further Medical Opinions

  Brock Purdy's historic story in the NFL is still continuing, despite the San Francisco... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Justin Fields #1 of the Chicago Bears reacts after the game against the Buffalo Bills at Soldier Field on December 24, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois.
NFL

The Bears Are Reportedly Committed To Justin Fields

  Ever since the Chicago Bears landed the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, rumo... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints talks with Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after their NFC Divisional Playoff game at Mercedes Benz Superdome on January 17, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the New Orleans Saints with a score of 30 to 20.
NFL

Tom Brady Retiring Officially Ends A Historic QB Era

  The NFL career of Tom Brady gave fans a historic era of quarterbacks. During his ca... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
J.J. Watt #99 of the Arizona Cardinals warms up before a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on September 18, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
NFL

J.J. Watt Shares A Perfect Retirement Message For Tom Brady

  NFL fans and players had plenty to say about Tom Brady announcing his retirement. W... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Tom Brady #12 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers reacts prior to the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi's Stadium on December 11, 2022 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

The NFL Sums Up Tom Brady's Legendary Career

  Wednesday morning had NFL fans waking up to a message from Tom Brady. The seven-tim... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Head Coach Nick Sirianni reacts as he walks back to the locker room after defeating the San Francisco 49ers 31-7 in the NFC Championship Game at Lincoln Financial Field on January 29, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
NFL

An NFC Championship Blowout Did Not Hurt TV Ratings

  NFL fans didn't get the game they bargained for during the NFC Championship. While... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Detail photo of a Carolina Panthers helmet during a training camp session at Bank of America Stadium on August 24, 2020 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
NFL

Panthers Analyst Has A Surprise 2023 QB Plan In Mind

  The Carolina Panthers had themselves an interesting 2022-23 NFL season. They spent... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago


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