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Tommy Chalk

tchalk@washingtontimes.com

Tommy Chalk is a sports writer at The Washington Times. Prior to joining The Times in September of 2016, Tommy covered the NHL and NFL for FOX Sports. A 2014 graduate from the University of Maryland, Tommy worked as a freelance writer covering advanced statistics within the NHL and NFL, writing analytical articles for The Washington Post and SB Nation blog Japers' Rink. Additionally, Tommy has sports reporting experience from his time with The Post Game and The University of Maryland Philip Merrill College of Journalism's Capital News Service.
He can be reached at tchalk@washingtontimes.com.

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Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson warms up before the start of an NFL football game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Minnesota Vikings Sunday, Dec. 18, 2016, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-King)

Is Adrian Peterson considering the New York Giants?

This has been an unusual offseason for Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson.

February 16, 2017

FILE - In this April 29, 2014, file photo, then-Cleveland Browns quarterback Vince Young throws during a voluntary minicamp workout at the team's NFL football training facility in Berea, Ohio. Vince Young still isn't quite ready to call it a career. The two-time Pro Bowl quarterback has hired agent Leigh Steinberg, who welcomed his new client on Twitter on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017, and said Young &quot;has dream of playing more football, being role model.&quot; (AP Photo/Mark Duncan, File)

Vince Young may be attempting to return to football

He was a legend at the University of Texas, but his NFL career was anything but a success.

February 16, 2017

FILE - In this Oct. 30, 2016, file photo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo talks with coaches on the bench during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Arlington, Texas. Romo is running the scout team in practice even though Dallas' starting quarterback the past 10 years looks ready to return from a back injury.(AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)

Tony Romo reportedly expects to be released from Cowboys

According to ESPN's Ed Werder, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is anticipating being released, not traded.

February 16, 2017

Clemson's Ben Boulware celebrates after the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017, in Tampa, Fla. Clemson won 35-31. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Clemson football players prank teammates by feeding them Sour Patch Kids while they sleep

Everybody enjoys -- or at least they should enjoy -- Sour Patch Kids, the classic sour and sweet candy. Clemson's football team may enjoy them a little bit too much.

February 16, 2017

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) reacts to an official during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards, Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, in Washington. The Cavaliers won 140-135 in overtime. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

LeBron is happy that he’s no longer the oldest NBA All Star

It seems so hard to believe considering LeBron James has dominated the NBA since he came in as a high school phenom, but for the first time in his career, James was set to be the oldest player at the upcoming All Star game.

February 16, 2017

In this Feb. 6, 2017, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady walks off with his MVP trophy during a news conference after the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game in Houston. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)

Tom Brady reportedly in early negotiations for a new deal

Tom Brady recently said that he plans on playing in the NFL until his mid 40s, and according to a Jeff Howe of the Boston Herald, he wasn't kidding.

February 16, 2017

Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) reacts with guard Bradley Beal, right, after Beal was fouled on a shot during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017, in Washington. The Wizards won 123-108. (AP Photo/Nick Wass) **FILE**

Wizards rank as the 18th most valuable NBA franchise

According to Forbes.com, the Washington Wizards rank as the 18th most valuable NBA franchise with a value of $1 billion.

February 15, 2017

Florida State running back Dalvin Cook (4) holds the Orange Bowl MVP trophy after winning the Orange Bowl NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Florida State defeated Michigan 33-32. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)

Mel Kiper has Redskins selecting FSU running back Dalvin Cook

Could the Washington Redskins go with a running back with their 17th-overall pick in the upcoming draft?

February 15, 2017

New York Giants wide receiver Victor Cruz talks during an NFL football news conference, Thursday, April 23, 2015, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Broncos reportedly interested in Victor Cruz

Former New York Giants receiver Victor Cruz might not be out of work long.

February 15, 2017

Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price, left, tries to look past Tampa Bay Lightning's Brenden Morrow and Canadiens defenseman Tom Gilbert during the second period of Game 5 of a second-round NHL Stanley Cup hockey playoff series Saturday, May 9, 2015, in Montreal. (Paul Chiasson/The Canadian Press via AP) MANDATORY CREDIT

Washington Capitals trade for defenseman Tom Gilbert

The Washington Capitals have acquired Los Angeles Kings defenseman Tom Gilbert for future considerations.

February 15, 2017

Dallas Stars center Tyler Seguin (91) watches the replay after Nashville Predators left wing Filip Forsberg scored the winning goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game Sunday, Feb. 12, 2017, in Nashville, Tenn. The Predators won 5-3. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

Tyler Seguin tricks Mark Scheifele to leave the ice last

For whatever reason, being the last player off the ice means a lot to some players in the NHL, and, traditionally, the same guys on each team are generally given the responsibility.

February 15, 2017

FILE - In this Aug. 11, 2016, file photo, New York Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard works against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the first inning of a baseball game in New York. In a clubhouse that featured a rotation that ranked among the most oft-injured last year, Syndergaard stood out and was the Last Pitcher Standing as the long season unfolded. (AP Photo/Kathy Kmonicek, File)

The Mets mascot was really mean to Noah Syndergaard on Valentine’s Day

For no apparent reason whatsoever, Mr. Met, the New York Mets mascot, was being mean to Mets pitcher Noah Syndergaard.

February 15, 2017

In this Feb. 6, 2017, photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady walks off with his MVP trophy during a news conference after the NFL Super Bowl 51 football game in Houston. (Associated Press) **FILE**

Tom Brady reveals mother is battling cancer

In an exclusive interview with Sports Illustrated's Peter King, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady revealed his mother, Galynn, is battling cancer.

February 15, 2017

Anaheim Ducks center Antoine Vermette (50) skates with the puck against Washington Capitals defenseman Brooks Orpik (44) during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Anaheim Ducks’ Antoine Vermette slashes ref, will receive automatic 10-game suspension

It wasn't a good decision by Anaheim Ducks forward Antoine Vermette.

February 15, 2017

Watch this incredible high school dunk by phenom Zion Williamson

If you've never heard of Zion Williamson, a power forward from Spartanburg, South Carolina, chances are you will in the near future.

February 14, 2017

New England Patriots QB Tom Brady #12 is seen with owner Robert Kraft before the awards ceremony after beating the Atlanta Falcons at Super Bowl 51 on Sunday, February 5, 2017 in Houston, TX. (AP Photo/Gregory Payan)

Robert Kraft: Tom Brady’s missing jersey will be returned

Shortly after the conclusion of Super Bowl LI, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady made his way to the locker room, took off his jersey and placed it in his bag. But, when he checked to see if it was there, the jersey was missing.

February 14, 2017

FILE - In this Feb. 6, 2017, file photo, Cleveland Cavaliers forward Kevin Love (0) leaves the court after an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards, in Washington. Love will be out at least six weeks following left knee surgery. Love had the operation on his left knee on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017, in New York. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

Kevin Love out for six weeks following arthroscopic knee surgery

The Eastern Conference's top-ranked team will be without an All-Star forward for a while.

February 14, 2017

Orlando Magic's Serge Ibaka (7) smiles after being called for a foul against Miami Heat's Goran Dragic (7) during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Feb. 13, 2017, in Miami. The Magic defeated the Heat 116-107. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Serge Ibaka-Terrence Ross trade: Orlando Magic and Toronto Raptors

With the NBA trade deadline just over a week away, the Toronto Raptors made a splash Tuesday when they sent forward Terrence Ross and a 2017 first-round pick to the Orlando Magic for forward Serge Ibaka.

February 14, 2017

Denver Nuggets forward Juancho Hernangomez, back, is congratulated by guard Will Barton after hitting a shot against the Golden State Warriors in the second half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Feb. 13, 201, in Denver. The Nuggets won 132-110. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Denver Nuggets tie NBA record with 24 threes

The Denver Nuggets just could not miss Monday night against the Golden State Warriors.

February 14, 2017

In this May 4, 2015, file photo, Derek Jeter, right, and Hannah Davis arrive at The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute benefit gala celebrating &quot;China: Through the Looking Glass&quot; in New York. Hannah Jeter announced on Monday, Feb. 13, 2017, that the couple is expecting their first child together. (Photo by Charles Sykes/Invision/AP, File)

Derek Jeter and his wife Hannah announce their pregnancy

A Yankee legend is going to be a father. Former shortstop Derek Jeter, 42, and his wife, Hannah Davis (now Hannah Jeter), are expecting a baby girl.

February 14, 2017