Eric Smithling is a Contributing Writer at Yardbarker. Based in New Orleans, LA, he primarily covers the NFL and college football, while also delving into topics related to the NBA, WNBA, men’s and women’s college basketball, NHL, tennis, and golf. His work has been featured in numerous outlets, including NewsBreak, MSN, and Athlon Sports.
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Eric's coverage mainly revolves around sports, particularly events related to college football and the NFL. He seems to focus on providing event coverage with a national (United States) scope.
If you are reaching out to Eric, ensure your pitch is timely and relevant to ongoing or upcoming sporting events in the US. Consider offering expert opinions or exclusive insights into key games, player performances, team strategies, coaching decisions, or other developments within college football and the NFL. Since he covers specific teams such as Michigan Wolverines and New England Patriots among others, pitches related to these teams might be well received if they tie into broader industry trends or significant events.
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By: Eric Smithling
Is this the fifth season of "Succession" or third of "Winning Time"?
By: Eric Smithling
Is there a Trinidad Chambliss in the 2026 transfer portal class?
By: Eric Smithling
Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham has joined a growing chorus supporting change to WNBA leadership.
By: Eric Smithling
More rest wasn't the answer. On Wednesday, Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes took to the mound against the Detroit Tigers
The Pac-12 has lofty goals as it enters Year 1 of a major reconstruction. Thanks to a daunting early-season schedule, it can quickly meet them.
The All-Star break gave players a chance to reset, and some have taken better advantage of the opportunity than others.
By: Eric Smithling
Head coach Kalen DeBoer ended the Associated Press No. 13 Alabama Crimson Tide 's quarterback competition on Saturday by naming Keelon Russell to the role over Austin Mack.
Why not Jack Strand? Through two preseason games, he's the only player seemingly interested in being named the Atlanta Falcons' starting quarterback.
By: Eric Smithling
The only thing more pathetic than Deshaun Watson at quarterback is Watson in front of a microphone.
Another action-packed day of preseason NFL football is in the books.
