Michael Marot, Author at Greenfield Recorder

FILE - Then-Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Rashod Berry cools off while taking a break during an NFL football practice, Saturday, July 30, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. The NFL suspended three players indefinitely Thursday, June 29, 2023, for violating the league's gambling policy and a fourth was sidelined for six games. Isaiah Rodgers and Rashod Berry of the Indianapolis Colts along with free agent Demetrius Taylor received indefinite suspensions through at least this season for...

NFL suspends 3 players indefinitely for violating the gambling policy, a fourth gets 6 games

by Michael Marot Associated PressJune 29, 2023June 29, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS — Cornerback Isaiah Rodgers Sr. lost the biggest bet of his life Thursday.The former UMass standout was waived by the Indianapolis Colts shortly after the NFL suspended Rodgers and two other players indefinitely for gambling on NFL games…

Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst speaks during a news conference at the NFL football scouting combine, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Rodgers, QBs become top attractions at NFL combine

by Michael Marot Associated PressFebruary 28, 2023February 28, 2023

Purdue center Zach Edey (15) shoots over Ohio State center Felix Okpara (34) in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in West Lafayette, Ind., Sunday, Feb. 19, 2023. Purdue defeated Ohio State 82-55. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Purdue’s Zach Edey makes strong case to be player of year

by Michael Marot Associated PressFebruary 23, 2023

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich on the sideline in the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Commanders in Indianapolis, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Reich out, Saturday in as Colts try to fix stagnant offense

by Michael Marot Associated PressNovember 7, 2022

FILE - Brad Stevens is shown before Game 6 of the NBA basketball Eastern Conference finals playoff series against the Miami Heat, Friday, May 27, 2022, in Boston. Stevens would like to add more playmaking and depth off the bench and has been given the freedom to spend as needed this offseason. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer, File)

AP source: Celtics get Pacers’ Malcolm Brogdon, bolster backcourt

by Michael Marot Associated PressJuly 1, 2022July 1, 2022

FILE -Kentucky offensive tackle Darian Kinnard (70) warms up before an NCAA college football game against Vanderbilt on Saturday, Nov.13, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. This year's NFL draft prospects reluctantly recall their personal COVID-19 experiences. Some consider them inspirational reminders of obstacles already overcame. Others sound more reminiscent of old war stories. And while the stories change, each comes with unforgettably vivid detail and heartfelt emotion about a...

NFL draft class faced major challenges in COVID-19 battles

by Michael Marot Associated PressApril 28, 2022April 28, 2022

FILE - Fayetteville State defensive back Joshua Williams participates in a drill at the NFL football scouting combine, Sunday, March 6, 2022, in Indianapolis. NFL.com gives the 6-foot-3, 197-pound Williams a grade of 6.18 — an above-average backup who may eventually become a starter _ though it's unclear where that puts him in next week's draft. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)

Division II star emerges among NFL’s small-school prospects

by Michael Marot Associated PressApril 19, 2022April 19, 2022

FILE - Carolina Panthers cornerback Stephon Gilmore walks off the field after an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. The Indianapolis Colts have solidified their secondary by signing five-time Pro Bowl cornerback Stephon Gilmore to a two-year contract, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Friday, April 15, 2022. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman, File)

Stephon Gilmore sees Colts, defense as perfect fit to reboot career

by Michael Marot Associated PressApril 18, 2022April 18, 2022

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Matt Ryan speaks during a press conference at the NFL team's practice facility in Indianapolis, Tuesday, March 22, 2022. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Matt Ryan eager for new start in Indy after 14 seasons in Atlanta

by Michael Marot Associated PressMarch 22, 2022March 22, 2022

FILE - Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday Oct 24, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. The Indianapolis Colts acquired quarterback Matt Ryan in a trade Monday, March 21, 2022, with the Atlanta Falcons, The Associated Press has learned. (AP Photo/Doug Murray, File)

AP source: Colts get QB Matt Ryan in trade with Falcons

by Michael Marot Associated PressMarch 21, 2022March 21, 2022