Author: Paolo Songco

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Paolo has been covering the NBA for the past seven years. He is from the Philippines and holds a bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems from the Ateneo de Manila University (2009). Paolo cut his teeth with ClutchPoints, where he established himself as one of the top and most tenured associate editors on the website. Now with Gridiron Heroics, he is looking to bring his passion and excellent journalism skills to the table.

The promising career of Dallas Cowboys offensive linebacker Sam Williams has taken a sudden turn for the worse. With big expectations on this young man headed into the new season, it has now been reported that the 24-year-old is in a world of trouble. This is after Williams was reportedly arrested on Sunday for drug and weapon charges. Sam Williams Facing Legal Trouble After Frisco Police Arrest Clarence E. Hill Jr. of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports that Williams was taken into custody after being found in possession of drugs and a firearm: “Cowboys defensive end Sam Williams was arrested…

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It comes as no surprise that teams have started scrambling the moment news hit that the Indianapolis Colts had given Jonathan Taylor permission to seek a trade away from the team. The Miami Dolphins were one of the teams that immediately popped up as a potential landing spot for the All-Pro running back but unsurprisingly, a few other teams appear to be in the mix for Taylor already. NFL Rumors: Dolphins Could Be Frontrunners for Jonathan Taylor Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald confirmed on Tuesday that the Dolphins have indeed shown a lot of interest in potentially trading for…

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Much like the rest of the NFL, the Minnesota Vikings have had their fair share of contract drama this summer, too. This comes in the form of Pro Bowl tight end T.J. Hockenson, who continues to sit out practice amid his looming contract extension. Reports state that both sides have been locked in on negotiations but considering Hockenson’s massive demands, it appears that it will still take a bit of time before they find a common ground. TJ Hockenson Plays Down Contract Holdout With Vikings The official reason behind Hockenson’s absence from practice — beyond stretching and walkthroughs, that is…

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The San Francisco 49ers shocked the football world on Wednesday after it was revealed that they had opted to name Sam Darnold as their second-string quarterback for the new season behind Brock Purdy. This only means that Trey Lance has fallen in the pecking order and that a move away from San Francisco for the 23-year-old quarterback has become imminent. Sam Darnold Named 49ers’ QB2 Behind Brock Purdy We all know that it’s going to be the Brock Purdy show in San Francisco this year. Jimmy Garoppolo’s summer exit opened the door for the incoming second-year stud to be the…

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The Indianapolis Colts were involved in an eventful joint practice session with the Philadelphia Eagles on Wednesday. After the game, Indianapolis head coach Shane Steichen addressed the matter with the press. However, this wasn’t the only issue that the media wanted to hear about from the Colts shot-caller. After all, there’s a Jonathan Taylor-sized cloud that’s currently looming over the entire city. Shane Steichen Does Not Want to Talk About Jonathan Taylor Saga Before the press could get any ideas, Steichen already made his stance on the matter clear. Actually, the 38-year-old coach wanted nothing to do with any Jonathan…

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Seattle Seahawks fans had to hold their collective breath after seeing rookie Jaxon Smith-Njigba go down during Saturday’s preseason matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. The highly-touted wide receiver got tackled near the goal line on Saturday and unfortunately, test results later indicated that the 21-year-old would need to undergo surgery to address a concerning wrist injury. Jaxon Smith-Njigba Expected to Miss 3-to-4 Weeks, Per Pete Carroll Right now, Smith-Njigba is in a race to fitness ahead of Seattle’s Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll spoke to the press on Tuesday and he provided…

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The Philadelphia Eagles made a massive bet on Georgia star Jalen Carter during the 2023 NFL Draft by selecting the 6-foot-3, 300-lb defensive tackle. The rookie has yet to play a single minute of NFL action but already, he’s leaving quite an impression on his teammates. One man who has been completely blown away by Carter is none other than Eagles star Darius Slay. The cornerback had nothing but good things to say about his new teammate. Eagles Star Darius Slay Left in Awe by Jalen Carter Speaking on a recent episode of his Big Play Slay show, Slay shared…

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Reggie Bush’s Heisman Trophy saga with the NCAA has just taken a significant turn. The NCAA recently responded to an inquiry regarding Bush’s attempt to get his 2005 Heisman Trophy reinstated, wherein they labeled the former USC star’s stint as a “pay-for-play type arrangement.” Bush clearly did not appreciate the jab, and he is now taking legal action in response to the NCAA. Reggie Bush to File Defamation Lawsuit Vs. NCAA Bush’s law firm, McCathern, PLLC, released an official statement on Wednesday stating their camp’s intention to take this matter to court via a defamation lawsuit against the NCAA: “The…

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The San Francisco 49ers have yet to see star defensive end Nick Bosa join the team in the preseason. The reigning Defensive Player of the Year is in the midst of a full-blown contract holdout with the Niners as he looks to secure a new long-term deal with the team. In spite of his prolonged absence, however, San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan does not seem to be too concerned. Kyle Shanahan Unfazed by Nick Bosa’s Absence Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Shanahan was asked to comment on Bosa’s extended hiatus. While the tenured head coach avoided any discussion surrounding…

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It has now been almost a year since we saw Jamal Adams on the football field. The Seattle Seahawks star safety suffered a season-ending injury in Week 1 last year, and he has since been working hard to get back into game shape. The good news for Seattle fans is that Adams is now nearing his much-awaited return. Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll spoke to reporters on Tuesday and his optimistic update will have fans fired up. Seahawks Coach Says Jamal Adams Set to Return from PUP List Adams is now set to take a major step in his return…

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