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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

Travis Kelce Set A Fun Award Feat This Season

Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates after a touchdown during the 2nd half of the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium on October 10, 2022 in Kansas City, Missouri. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

The Bengals Have A Legendary Nickname For Arrowhead Stadium

Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals looks on against the Buffalo Bills during the third quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Highmark Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Orchard Park, New York. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Skip Bayless Raises The Ultimate 49ers Question

Trey Lance #5 of the San Francisco 49ers looks to pass against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on September 11, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Joe Burrow Has Already Tied Bengals Playoff History

Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals looks on against the Buffalo Bills during the third quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Highmark Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Orchard Park, New York. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

The Bengals Made A Savvy Move That Could Hurt The Chiefs

Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals hugs Trenton Irwin #16 of the Cincinnati Bengals after Irwin's touchdown during the third quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on November 20, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

NFL Insider Reveals Latest Jeff Saturday Update

Head coach Jeff Saturday of the Indianapolis Colts looks on in the second half of a game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on December 04, 2022 in Arlington, Texas. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

The Bengals Bounced Back To Join An Exclusive NFL Club

Joe Burrow #9 and Alex Cappa #65 of the Cincinnati Bengals on the field after a win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on December 18, 2022 in Tampa, Florida. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Justin Jefferson Looks To Break The MVP Tradition

Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings takes the field before the start of a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on October 16, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Brock Purdy Headlines List Of Award Finalists

Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers runs off the field after defeating the Dallas Cowboys 19-12 in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Levi's Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

The 49ers Defense Has Reached A New Tier This Season

Nick Bosa #97 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during the fourth quarter in the game against the Washington Commanders at Levi's Stadium on December 24, 2022 in Santa Clara, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Patrick Mahomes Has Joined Another Elite NFL Club

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs warms up Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Mac Jones Gets His Wish With New OC Bill O'Brien

Mac Jones #10 of the New England Patriots makes an adjustment at the line of scrimmage during the second half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 30, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

NFL Insider Ponders A Blockbuster Aaron Rodgers-Jets Deal

Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers reacts after defeating the Los Angeles Rams 24-12 at Lambeau Field on December 19, 2022 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
MLB

The Cubs May Be Focused On Gold Gloves In 2023

Dansby Swanson #7 of the Chicago Cubs speaks to the media during his introductory press conference at Wrigley Field on December 21, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
MLB

Trey Mancini Shares His Excitement To Join The Cubs

Trey Mancini #26 of the Houston Astros reacts after hitting a single against the Philadelphia Phillies during the third inning in Game Six of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park on November 05, 2022 in Houston, Texas. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

NFL Insider Proves Why Trevor Lawrence Is A Future Star

Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Jacksonville Jaguars reacts after his team's 38-10 win against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on September 25, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

The Broncos Continue To Express Interest In A Top HC Candidate

The helmet and gloves of Will Parks #34 of the Denver Broncos · rests on the field before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Denver Broncos at M&T Bank Stadium on September 23, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

NFL Analyst Sums Up Life For Cowboys Fans

Israel Mukuamu #24 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates with fans after intercepting a pass to end the game against the Houston Texans at AT&T Stadium on December 11, 2022 in Arlington, Texas. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Dak Prescott Shared A Promise For The Future

Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys reacts after a touchdown during the second half in the game against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium on November 24, 2022 in Arlington, Texas. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
MLB

Dansby Swanson Gave Chicago The Ultimate Shoutout

Dansby Swanson #7 of the Chicago Cubs speaks to the media during his introductory press conference at Wrigley Field on December 21, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Mike McCarthy Is Historically Bad Against The 49ers

Head coach Mike McCarthy of the Dallas Cowboys looks on against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the third quarter in the NFC Wild Card playoff game at Raymond James Stadium on January 16, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Bears Fan Remains Shocked At A Robbie Gould Fact

Robbie Gould #9 of the San Francisco 49ers kicks a field goal against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Levi's Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Skip Bayless Shares Ultimate Dak Prescott Roast

Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys looks on from the tunnel prior to the game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on December 29, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Derek Carr Releases Cryptic Tweet About Time With Raiders

Derek Carr #4 of the Las Vegas Raiders throws a pass in the fourth quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on December 24, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Andy Reid Made NFL History On Saturday

Head coach Andy Reid of the Kansas City Chiefs looks on prior to the AFC Divisional Playoff game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Arrowhead Stadium on January 21, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Titans Are Hiring Former Chicago Bears Player As Assistant Coach

Tennessee Titans football helmet during the NFL game between the Tennessee Titans and the Atlanta Falcons on September 29, 2019, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Trevor Lawrence Had An Unbelievable Streak End On Saturday

Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Jacksonville Jaguars warms up prior to the AFC Divisional Playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on January 21, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Trevor Lawrence Had A Leadership Moment After Playoff Loss

Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Jacksonville Jaguars walks off the field after being defeated by the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium on January 21, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars with a score of 27 to 20. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Vikings, Dolphins Request Interview With Seahawks Assistant

Seattle Seahawks helmet on the field prior to the National Football League game between the New York Giants and the Seattle Seahawks on October 22, 2017, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
NFL

Jets Are Interviewing A Notable Name Today For OC

New York Jets helmet and football on the field prior to the National Football League game between the New York Jets and the Oakland Raiders on November 24, 2019 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ. Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Travis Kelce #87 of the Kansas City Chiefs celebrates after a touchdown during the 2nd half of the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Arrowhead Stadium on October 10, 2022 in Kansas City, Missouri.
NFL

Travis Kelce Set A Fun Award Feat This Season

  Travis Kelce has been a great tight-end for the Kansas City Chiefs throughout his care... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals looks on against the Buffalo Bills during the third quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Highmark Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Orchard Park, New York.
NFL

The Bengals Have A Legendary Nickname For Arrowhead Stadium

  Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals are coming into the AFC Championship Game with t... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Trey Lance #5 of the San Francisco 49ers looks to pass against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on September 11, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois.
NFL

Skip Bayless Raises The Ultimate 49ers Question

  The San Francisco 49ers are one game away from reaching the Super Bowl for the second... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals looks on against the Buffalo Bills during the third quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Highmark Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Orchard Park, New York.
NFL

Joe Burrow Has Already Tied Bengals Playoff History

  When the Cincinnati Bengals got Joe Burrow in the 2020 NFL Draft, they got themselves... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals hugs Trenton Irwin #16 of the Cincinnati Bengals after Irwin's touchdown during the third quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on November 20, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
NFL

The Bengals Made A Savvy Move That Could Hurt The Chiefs

  Fans have heard stories about NFL teams playing a game inside the game of football.... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Head coach Jeff Saturday of the Indianapolis Colts looks on in the second half of a game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium on December 04, 2022 in Arlington, Texas.
NFL

NFL Insider Reveals Latest Jeff Saturday Update

  The Indianapolis Colts made an odd move during the 2022 season to fire Frank Reich and... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Joe Burrow #9 and Alex Cappa #65 of the Cincinnati Bengals on the field after a win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium on December 18, 2022 in Tampa, Florida.
NFL

The Bengals Bounced Back To Join An Exclusive NFL Club

  Everyone was ignoring the Cincinnati Bengals as they came into the 2022 NFL season as... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Justin Jefferson #18 of the Minnesota Vikings takes the field before the start of a game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on October 16, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
NFL

Justin Jefferson Looks To Break The MVP Tradition

  When people think of the NFL MVP, they think about quarterbacks. The last nine MVP... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers runs off the field after defeating the Dallas Cowboys 19-12 in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Levi's Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

Brock Purdy Headlines List Of Award Finalists

  Brock Purdy has taken the NFL world by storm since he got the starting quarterback job... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Nick Bosa #97 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during the fourth quarter in the game against the Washington Commanders at Levi's Stadium on December 24, 2022 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

The 49ers Defense Has Reached A New Tier This Season

  Defense has been a hallmark of the San Francisco 49ers for quite some time in the Bay... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs warms up
NFL

Patrick Mahomes Has Joined Another Elite NFL Club

  Patrick Mahomes has been breaking records and setting milestones during this NFL seaso... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Mac Jones #10 of the New England Patriots makes an adjustment at the line of scrimmage during the second half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 30, 2022 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
NFL

Mac Jones Gets His Wish With New OC Bill O'Brien

  The 2021 draft class of quarterbacks had a rough season in 2022. For Mac Jones, it... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers reacts after defeating the Los Angeles Rams 24-12 at Lambeau Field on December 19, 2022 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
NFL

NFL Insider Ponders A Blockbuster Aaron Rodgers-Jets Deal

  Ever since the Green Bay Packers took Jordan Love in the 2020 NFL Draft, analysts and... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Dansby Swanson #7 of the Chicago Cubs speaks to the media during his introductory press conference at Wrigley Field on December 21, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois.
MLB

The Cubs May Be Focused On Gold Gloves In 2023

  Fans know how defense can help win championships in the world of sports. For the Ch... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Trey Mancini #26 of the Houston Astros reacts after hitting a single against the Philadelphia Phillies during the third inning in Game Six of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park on November 05, 2022 in Houston, Texas.
MLB

Trey Mancini Shares His Excitement To Join The Cubs

  When the Chicago Cubs got Trey Mancini this offseason, they did so to beef up their li... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Jacksonville Jaguars reacts after his team's 38-10 win against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on September 25, 2022 in Inglewood, California.
NFL

NFL Insider Proves Why Trevor Lawrence Is A Future Star

  The Jacksonville Jaguars always knew they had a special talent in Trevor Lawrence.... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
The helmet and gloves of Will Parks #34 of the Denver Broncos · rests on the field before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Denver Broncos at M&T Bank Stadium on September 23, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland.
NFL

The Broncos Continue To Express Interest In A Top HC Candidate

  Nothing when right for the Denver Broncos during their 2022 NFL season. After makin... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Israel Mukuamu #24 of the Dallas Cowboys celebrates with fans after intercepting a pass to end the game against the Houston Texans at AT&T Stadium on December 11, 2022 in Arlington, Texas.
NFL

NFL Analyst Sums Up Life For Cowboys Fans

  Ever since the last championship reign of the Dallas Cowboys in the 1990s, things have... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys reacts after a touchdown during the second half in the game against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium on November 24, 2022 in Arlington, Texas.
NFL

Dak Prescott Shared A Promise For The Future

  Dak Prescott is coming under plenty of heat for his performance on Sunday against the... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Dansby Swanson #7 of the Chicago Cubs speaks to the media during his introductory press conference at Wrigley Field on December 21, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois.
MLB

Dansby Swanson Gave Chicago The Ultimate Shoutout

  Fans are loving the choice the Chicago Cubs made to sign Dansby Swanson this offseason... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Head coach Mike McCarthy of the Dallas Cowboys looks on against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the third quarter in the NFC Wild Card playoff game at Raymond James Stadium on January 16, 2023 in Tampa, Florida.
NFL

Mike McCarthy Is Historically Bad Against The 49ers

  The San Francisco 49ers have been a thorn in the side of head coach Mike McCarthy.... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Robbie Gould #9 of the San Francisco 49ers kicks a field goal against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half in the NFC Divisional Playoff game at Levi's Stadium on January 22, 2023 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

Bears Fan Remains Shocked At A Robbie Gould Fact

  The Chicago Bears haven't seen a field goal kicker like Robbie Gould since they let hi... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Dak Prescott #4 of the Dallas Cowboys looks on from the tunnel prior to the game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium on December 29, 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee.
NFL

Skip Bayless Shares Ultimate Dak Prescott Roast

  NFL fans that watch "Undisputed" know how Skip Bayless is a huge Dallas Cowboys fan.... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Derek Carr #4 of the Las Vegas Raiders throws a pass in the fourth quarter against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Acrisure Stadium on December 24, 2022 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
NFL

Derek Carr Releases Cryptic Tweet About Time With Raiders

  The ride for the Las Vegas Raiders and Derek Carr has been a bumpy ride throughout the... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Head coach Andy Reid of the Kansas City Chiefs looks on prior to the AFC Divisional Playoff game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Arrowhead Stadium on January 21, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri.
NFL

Andy Reid Made NFL History On Saturday

  NFL fans know and love head coach Andy Reid. The Kansas City Chiefs coach has a lon... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Tennessee Titans football helmet during the NFL game between the Tennessee Titans and the Atlanta Falcons on September 29, 2019, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA.
NFL

Titans Are Hiring Former Chicago Bears Player As Assistant Coach

  The Tennessee Titans are heading into their 2023 offseason with some coaching position... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Jacksonville Jaguars warms up prior to the AFC Divisional Playoff game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium on January 21, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri.
NFL

Trevor Lawrence Had An Unbelievable Streak End On Saturday

  Trevor Lawrence came into the NFL as a once in a lifetime quarterback. The Jacksonv... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Jacksonville Jaguars walks off the field after being defeated by the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Arrowhead Stadium on January 21, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars with a score of 27 to 20.
NFL

Trevor Lawrence Had A Leadership Moment After Playoff Loss

  Saturday night was a pivotal moment for Trevor Lawrence in his career. The Jacksonv... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
Seattle Seahawks helmet on the field prior to the National Football League game between the New York Giants and the Seattle Seahawks on October 22, 2017, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ
NFL

Vikings, Dolphins Request Interview With Seahawks Assistant

  NFL teams who are no longer in playoff contention are now seeking some new talent for... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago
New York Jets helmet and football on the field prior to the National Football League game between the New York Jets and the Oakland Raiders on November 24, 2019 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ.
NFL

Jets Are Interviewing A Notable Name Today For OC

  The New York Jets are starting their search for a new offensive coordinator after thei... Matthew Willis • 1 year ago

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