Author: Angela Miele

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Angela Miele has been writing for Gridiron Heroics since September 2022 covering the San Francisco 49ers and other NFL and NCAA topics. She graduated from Rowan University with a BA in English and currently attending Rutgers University to get her MA in Communication and Media Studies. Follow me on Twitter at @angelamiele811

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Although the team has not yet confirmed, multiple 49ers reporters have stated that an important 49ers safety is set to re-sign with San Francisco in 2023. Veteran safety Tashaun Gipson has reportedly agreed to a one-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers. Here is more about the deal regarding the 49ers safety. Important 49ers Safety Deal These numbers are subject to change once the team officially announces the deal, but as of now it is a one-year deal for the veteran safety. Gipson will be 33 during the 2023 year. As he was contemplating retirement, a one-year deal is a…

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Good news for DC Defenders fans, there are only two Defenders players officially ruled out with injury this week. There are however a couple of important Defenders players out for other reasons. It should also be noted, two players for the DC Defenders cannot play against the Las Vegas Vipers due to a suspension. Here is a look at the Defenders players out this week. Important Defenders Players Out Ethan Wolf DC Defenders tight end Ethan Wolf will be out this week with a knee and ankle injury. Wolf is expected to miss two weeks with his sustained injuries. This…

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Today is the day that San Francisco 49ers fans have been waiting for. 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy finally went through the procedure for his torn UCL. The quarterback’s elbow was injured during the NFC Championship game, on January 29th. Here is a look at how the surgery went, and when Purdy can start throwing the ball again. 49ers Quarterback Surgery After the surgery was pushed back due to inflammation, Brock Purdy was able to undergo surgery today for his torn UCL. Dr. Keith Meister performed the procedure, and it was deemed a success. According to Mike Garafolo on Twitter, Purdy’s…

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The San Francisco 49ers have been working on extending their players before the 2023 free agency begins. One 49ers offensive lineman has been extended to a two-year deal. The offensive lineman extended is Colton McKivitz, and here is some information on the extension. 49ers Offensive Lineman Extended The San Francisco 49ers have extended offensive lineman, Colton McKivitz to a two-year deal. The news was reported by the team on Twitter, which can be read here. McKivitz was drafted by the team in 2020 in the fifth round of the NFL draft. This extension will keep the 49ers offensive lineman under…

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Despite reports that the 49ers safety Tashaun Gipson would like to return to San Francisco, it has been reported that he will be exploring free agency. That is not to say that he will not return, but it is something to watch for. The 2023 league year begins in a week, and the 49ers are interested in Gipson returning to the team for another year. Safety Jimmie Ward is also a free agent, and now the team will have to make a decision on how much they are willing to spend, and who they will push to keep. 49ers Safety…

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This weekend will be another game featuring the Defenders vs Vipers. This time, Las Vegas will be headed to DC, but one thing may be the same as the last time they met. The game between these two teams will take place this Sunday and 7 pm Eastern. While it is still early and it can change, the weather is not looking great for these teams. Defenders vs Vipers Week 4 While it is still early, the weather report is not looking great. As of now, the temperature is supposed to drop, with heavy rains. If the weather continues to…

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Among the long list of 49ers free agents, cornerback Emmanuel Moseley is another key member the team will try to bring back. There have been many fans asking, will the 49ers re-sign Emmanuel Moseley? The NFL league year beings next week, and the team has over 20 free agents to either replace or re-sign. Moseley missed more than half the season with a torn ACL but was a valuable player beforehand. After a strong year, and a serious injury, can the 49ers get him back? Should the 49ers Re-Sign Emmanuel Moseley Moseley has been with the 49ers since 2018. Moseley…

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Week three was an eventful one in the XFL. There are multiple XFL players facing disciplinary actions following what happened in the game between the DC Defenders and the St. Louis Battlehawls. The Defenders beat the Battlehawks in a high scoring 34-28 game. In the final couple of minutes of the match,  a fight broke out on the field, involving multiple players on both teams. Here is a look at the XFL players facing disciplinary actions for what happened in DC. XFL Players Facing Disciplinary Actions Here is a look at the punishments the XFL players and coaches will face.…

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There are many free agents on the 49ers, such as Jimmie Ward. Ward is one of the 49ers’ longest-tenured players and will be exploring free agency in the offseason. Ward has expressed frustration with how the 49ers have handled the way he was used, especially with how he has taken pay cuts for the team. Now, Ward has expressed that he wants to get paid, which may be difficult for the 49ers. Here are some ideas on where the 49ers free agent, Jimmie Ward will sign in the 2023 offseason. Free Agent Jimmie Ward Jimmie Ward is a safety, who…

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Following a big week three of the XFL, there were some trades announced. There was one announcement regarding a three XFL teams trade. The three teams include the Arlington Renegades,  DC Defenders, and the Orlando Guardians. Here is a look at the trade, and how it can affect the three teams. 3 XFL Teams Trade Arlington Renegades The first of the XFL teams to discuss is the Arlington Renegades who received JaVonta Payton. Payton comes from the Orlando Guardians. Payton played college football at Mississippi State and Tennessee. The Renegades are 2-1 following their win this past weekend against the…

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