Mike McDaniel

Mike McDaniel

Mike McDaniel is a staff writer on the Breaking and Trending News team at Sports Illustrated, where he has worked since January 2022. His work has been featured at InsideTheACC.com, SB Nation, FanSided and more. McDaniel hosts the Hokie Hangover Podcast, covering Virginia Tech athletics, as well as Basketball Conference: The ACC Football Podcast. Outside of work, he is a husband and father, and an avid golfer.

Jul 24, 2024; El Segundo, CA, USA;  Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) speaks to the media after the first day of training camp at The Bolt. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports
NFL

Chargers QB Justin Herbert Diagnosed With Injured Plantar Fascia in Right Foot

The quarterback will be in a boot for two weeks in hopes of being ready for Week 1.

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Jul 31, 2024; Paris, France; Taylor Knibb (USA) swims in the Seine River ahead of Miriam Casillas Garcia (ESP) in the women's triathlon during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Grand Palais-Pont Alexandre III. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Nelles-USA TODAY Sports
Olympics

Olympic Triathlete Had Brutal Quote About Her Experience Swimming in Seine

The pollution in the Seine River has been well-chronicled in Paris, and one Olympian was not happy with it after Wednesday's triathlon.

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Georgia wide receiver Rara Thomas (5) makes a catch during warm ups before the start of a NCAA college football game against Ole Miss in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023.
College Football

Georgia WR Rara Thomas Dismissed From Program After Family Violence Arrest

The senior wide receiver was arrested on family violence charges last week.

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May 13, 2024; Dallas, Texas, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Gordon Hayward (33) warms up before the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Oklahoma City Thunder in game four of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
NBA

NBA Veteran Gordon Hayward Announces Retirement

After a 14-year professional career, Hayward is moving on.

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Apr 5, 2024; Cleveland, OH, USA; Connecticut Huskies guard Paige Bueckers (5) dribbles the ball against the Iowa Hawkeyes in the semifinals of the Final Four of the womens 2024 NCAA Tournament at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
WNBA

UConn Star Paige Bueckers Inks NIL Deal With Unrivaled Basketball League, per Report

Bueckers will receive ownership equity and play in the new league after her college career is complete.

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Apr 3, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) dunks against Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
NBA

Jarrett Allen Agrees to Three-Year Max Contract Extension With Cavaliers, per Report

Allen is the second key frontcourt player to earn a contract extension with the Cavaliers this offseason.

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Memphis Grizzlies guard Luke Kennard (10) shoots for three during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum.
NBA

Grizzlies to Re-Sign Luke Kennard to One-Year Deal, per Report

The veteran sharpshooter is back in Memphis for the 2024-25 season.

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Aug 3, 2023; Canton, Ohio, USA; A detail of the endzone pylon before the game between the Cleveland Browns and the New York Jets at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
NFL

Hall of Fame Game History & Full List of Winners

With the latest installment of the Hall of Fame Game set for Thursday night, Aug. 1, here's the backstory and history of the game, along with the full list of past winners.

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Jul 27, 2024; Lake Forest, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) throws  a pass during Chicago Bears Training Camp at Halas Hall. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports
NFL

How to Watch Bears vs. Texans in the 2024 Hall of Fame Game

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Jul 17, 2024; Ayrshire, SCT;  Rory McIlroy on the 12th green during practice rounds at the Open Championship golf tournament at Royal Troon. Mandatory Credit: Jack Gruber-USA TODAY Sports
Olympics

Rory McIlroy Roasts Team USA Following Question About Length of Rough at Olympics

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Jul 28, 2024; Paris Saint-Denis, France; United States back Alex Sedrick (8) reacts after scoring against Brazil during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Stade de France. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Olympics

USA Wins Historic Bronze Medal in Women's Rugby With Wild Ending vs. Australia

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Jan 2, 2022; Inglewood, California, USA;  Denver Broncos president of football operations John Elway looks on before the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports
NFL

Broncos Ex-GM John Elway Says His Biggest Regret Centers Around Josh Allen

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