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Blake Harper

Blake Harper is a writer based in New York. He's originally from San Diego and is one of the few Chargers fans left. He doesn't believe in ties and loves elaborate celebrations. Follow him on Twitter @beezyharps 

Multiple NFL teams cancel practice to protest Blake shooting

The NFL is in a unique position, as its season still has not started but it has been reported that some players are considering protesting by skipping games.

Man United's Paul Pogba removed from France soccer team following positive COVID-19 test

France manager Didier Deschamps said that Eduardo Camavinga would be replacing Pogba for the team's scheduled matches against Sweden and Croatia next month.

Missing father of Bengals' Mackensie Alexander found alive

Alexandre was picking palmetto berries in Okeechobee, Fla., on Monday with a friend of over a decade when he reportedly disappeared in the woods and was unable to be found.

Wild's Matt Dumba disappointed NHL did not cancel games to protest Blake shooting

Several other players voiced similar sentiments to Dumba, including San Jose Sharks forward Evander Kane and Colorado Avalanche's Nazem Kadri.

NBA players, board of governors plan separate meetings to discuss status of season

The NBA strike began Wednesday when the Milwaukee Bucks refused to play in their Game 5 matchup against the Orlando Magic in protest of the shooting of Jacob Blake.

Lions cancel practice to protest Wisconsin police shooting

Safety Duron Harmon, defensive end Trey Flowers and offensive tackle Taylor Decker addressed media members on behalf of the Lions, explaining that the team decided that speaking out against injustice felt more important than football.

Chargers WR Mike Williams could miss up to four weeks due to shoulder injury

If Williams were forced to miss time, rookies Joe Reed and K.J. Hill may be asked to step up in his place.

Kevin Durant: Relationship with Draymond Green was 'pretty perfect' before 2018 fight

Durant didn't seem too phased by the whole thing, saying that fights like these are simply a part of being on a team.

Bills' Josh Allen 'super frustrated' about false-positive coronavirus test

The NFL has put strict testing and protocol in place to ensure that any player testing positive won't lead to an outbreak.

ESPN's Zach Lowe: I'd take Luka Doncic over Giannis Antetokounmpo to start team

Luka Doncic has been perhaps the most impressive player in the bubble playoffs so far, and the experts are taking notice.

Mavericks rule out Kristaps Porzingis for Game 5 against Clippers

The Clippers and Mavericks are currently tied at 2-2, making Game 5 extremely important, as the winner will just be a win away from making it to the second round.

76ers GM Elton Brand 'not looking to trade' Ben Simmons or Joel Embiid

From Brand's perspective, this makes total sense. While Embiid and Simmons may have some issues in terms of fit, they still are two of the most talented young players in the NBA.

LB Nigel Bradham cut by Saints shortly after criticizing Eagles

Of course, Bradham's release could have less to do with his comments and more to do with his abilities on the field.

Jerry Jones suggests Cowboys will take a look at Earl Thomas

Will Earl Thomas end up a Dallas Cowboy?  The safety was immediately linked to the team after being released by the Baltimore Ravens but a report surfaced saying that the team was not actually interested in pursuing Thomas.

Vic Fangio: 'I really don't give a damn' about fan attendance

The Broncos are among the teams that currently are not planning to have fans at games to start the season, though they have not officially declared that fans won't be allowed to attend for the entire year.

Manchester City interested in Lionel Messi if he becomes available

Messi has played for Barcelona his entire professional career, and many fans assumed he would finish out his career with the club. However, he has openly expressed some of his frustration with the team this year.

Report: Brett Brown firing 'beginning of more changes' for 76ers

The 76ers definitely could use some soul searching as they head into their offseason. They have two of the best young stars in the game with Embiid and Simmons but they have very little flexibility in terms of roster adjustments.

Nick Saban: Players, not money, are motivation for 2020 college football season

As conferences like SEC move ahead with their plan to play football this fall, critics have said that they are putting their desire to make a profit before the safety of the players.

Ex-NFL player Herschel Walker praises Trump at RNC

Walker spoke of his "deep, personal friendship" with Trump that began in the 1980s, when Trump purchased the New Jersey Generals as a part of the United States Football League, which only lasted three seasons.

LeBron James speaks out about Jacob Blake shooting: Black people are 'terrified'

Blake, who is black, was shot seven times in front of his family by Kenosha police officers over the weekend. Police were responding to a domestic disturbance call when the shooting took place.

LA Galaxy sign Jurgen Klinsmann's son Jonathan

The 23-year-old is no stranger to playing soccer in California, as he played college soccer at UC Berkeley. He also has played extensively for the U.S. National Teams.

Blue Jays apologize for players wearing 'Homeless Blue Jays' t-shirts

The Toronto Blue Jays have apologized for several players wearing 'Homeless Blue Jays' shirts in reference to the team not playing games in their home stadium this season.

Tyreek Hill injures hamstring, leaves Chiefs' practice

Hill caught a touchdown during a one-on-one drill when he suffered the undisclosed injury.

Georgia State quarterback has COVID-related heart condition, won't play this season

Georgia State quarterback Mikele Colasurdo has revealed he has a heart condition caused by COVID-19 that will force him to miss the upcoming college football season.

Should Dalvin Cook hold out until he has a new contract?

Cook is a big talent but are the Vikings willing to break the bank to keep him around? Only time will tell.