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Visual Editor. Runs <a href="http://defectorstore.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">defectorstore.com</a>. Philadelphia-based, if you couldn’t tell.

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Dan McQuade

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - DECEMBER 18: Jaxon Smith-Njigba #11 of the Seattle Seahawks catches a pass for a touchdown passed James Bradberry #24 of the Philadelphia Eagles in the fourth quarter at Lumen Field on December 18, 2023 in Seattle, Washington.

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The Eagles (Actually) Stink!

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Lauren Theisen

Philadelphia Eagles v Seattle Seahawks

You Never Know When Your Last Win Comes

Luke Farrell of the Jaguars is tackled after a reception

Baltimore Ravens v Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jaguars Are Burning Out

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Charles P. Pierce

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick chats with QB Bailey Zappe in the first half. The Patriots beat the Pittsburgh Steelers, 21-18.

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The Patriots Are Reverting To Type

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Chris Thompson

Zach Wilson is sacked by the Miami Dolphins.

The Jets Have Excavated An Even Lower Level Of Quarterback Hell

Nick Mullens throws the ball directly into the face of the player who is sacking him.

Nick Mullens Tossed The Interception Of A Lifetime

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Ray Ratto

Inglewood, CA - December 10: Los Angeles Chargers head coach Brandon Staley watches from the sideline during the second half against the Denver Broncos at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

Chargers vs Broncos

This Is Not The Face Of A Man With Job Security [Update]

Investigations Editor. You can reach her at diana@defector.com or, if you prefer protonmail, dfmoskovitz@protonmail.com. If security is a concern, download the Signal app and send her a text at 929-251-8187.

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Diana Moskovitz

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Matt Araiza

Ex-NFL Punter Matt Araiza Will Be Dropped From Rape Lawsuit

Dennis Young is the news editor at Front Office Sports.

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Nick Bawden's cleats advertising Operation Underground Railroad

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Which NFL Players Are Supporting Sketchy Anti-Trafficking Organizations With Their Shoes?

Columnist. Author of many <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Drew-Magary/e/B001JS8R52/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1">fine works of literature</a>, including Point B. Handsomest man in the world.

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Drew Magary

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 30: Head coach Mike McCarthy of the Dallas Cowboys coaches from the sidelines during the 2nd quarter of the game against the Seattle Seahawks at AT&amp;T Stadium on November 30, 2023 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ron Jenkins/Getty Images)

Seattle Seahawks v Dallas Cowboys

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I Don’t Want To Live In A World Where Mike McCarthy Has His Shit Together

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David Roth

Tommy DeVito looking right, his mouth pretty wide open, after leading the Giants to a Monday Night Football win in New Jersey.

Green Bay Packers v New York Giants

Never Count Out Touchdown Tommy

ARLINGTON, TX - DECEMBER 10: Dallas Cowboys fans hold up a sign during the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Philadelphia Eagles on December 10, 2023 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

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My Newborn Son Is Already Getting The Eagles Fan Experience

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Tom Ley

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You Have To Stand In The Right Spot

Sean McDermott looks confused or perhaps awed.

Sean McDermott Apologizes For Motivating His Team With The Inspiring Story Of The 9/11 Hijackers

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Patrick Redford

Jacksonville Jaguars mascot Jaxson de ville, wearing sunglasses and a jersey and carrying the team flag and American flag, leads the team onto the field against the Cleveland Browns in October 2008

Cleveland Browns v Jacksonville Jaguars

Former Jags Employee Accused Of Stealing $22 Million, Used It On Cars, Gambling, And Crypto

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My Life As A GPS Dot

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Israel Daramola

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 04: Trevor Lawrence #16 of the Jacksonville Jaguars is helped up by head coach Doug Pederson after being injured against the Cincinnati Bengals during the fourth quarter at EverBank Stadium on December 04, 2023 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)

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That Was A Painfully Jaguarian Drive

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Barry Petchesky

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - SEPTEMBER 25: New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson (2) and New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh talk prior to the National Football League game between the New York Jets and the Cincinnati Bengals on September 25, 2022 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

NFL: SEP 25 Bengals at Jets

Zach Wilson May Or May Not Be Willing To Start If The Jets Ask Him, Which They May Or May Not Do

Kansas City Chiefs v Green Bay Packers

Damnit Packers, Be Bad For A Few Years

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 03: Dre Greenlaw #57 of the San Francisco 49ers exchanges words with Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni and Dom DiSandro at Lincoln Financial Field on December 03, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dre Greenlaw #57 of the San Francisco 49ers and Dom DiSandro of the Eagles were disqualified after the altercation. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

San Francisco 49ers v Philadelphia Eagles

The 49ers Are Big Dom Now

CHARLOTTE, NC - NOVEMBER 05: Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper during a NFL football game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Carolina Panthers on November 5, 2023 at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (Photo by John Byrum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

NFL: NOV 05 Colts at Panthers

The Cranky Panthers Fan’s Guide To David Tepper

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - NOVEMBER 24: Aaron Rodgers #8 of the New York Jets looks on from the sideline during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins at MetLife Stadium on November 24, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images)

Miami Dolphins v New York Jets

Aaron Rodgers Now Puttering Around Practice Fields Trying To Shock People

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - NOVEMBER 23: George Kittle #85 of the San Francisco 49ers walks off the field with a turkey after beating the Seattle Seahawks 31-13 at Lumen Field on November 23, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

San Francisco 49ers v Seattle Seahawks

The 49ers Aren’t Going To Win The Interesting Bowl

Tommy DeVito stands on the field with his hand over his heart

New England Patriots v New York Giants

Tommy DeVito Is A Two-Time Winner

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - NOVEMBER 26: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles scores the game winning touchdown in overtime against the Buffalo Bills at Lincoln Financial Field on November 26, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Eagles Squeak Past Bills While Almost Killing Ryan Phillippe