J.R. DeGroote
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J.R. DeGroote

Expertise:
NFL, Football, NBA, Basketball
Education:
Arizona State University
Location:
Waikoloa, Hawaii

Experience

J.R. DeGroote is a sports journalist covering the NFL and NBA for Heavy.com, with a focus on the Cleveland Browns and Dallas Cowboys.

He covered local and statewide sports as a reporter for West Hawaii Today and has decades of experience in digital media with previous stops at SB Nation and Bleacher Report.

He has won multiple state, regional and national honors for sports reporting and photography.

Education

J.R. DeGroote earned a bachelor of arts degree in journalism and mass communication from Arizona State University in 2014.

Latest Articles From J.R. DeGroote

  • Browns Get Bad News on Nick Chubb’s Return to Field

    Nick Chubb returned to practice for the first time in over a year, but it could still be a while before the Browns' Pro Bowl running back sees game action.

  • Browns Named Trade Suitor for Deshaun Watson’s Former Pro Bowl Teammate

  • Browns Cut Ties With RB Ahead of Nick Chubb’s Return

  • Browns Receiver Under Fire for Comments After Loss to Raiders

  • Browns Expected to Make Move With Nick Chubb After Loss to Raiders

  • Calls Mount for Browns to Trade Amari Cooper After Loss to Raiders

    A change of scenery could do Amari Cooper good and potentially help the Cleveland Browns patch their injured offensive line.

  • Elijah Moore’s Dad Takes Shot at Deshaun Watson, Browns After Loss to Raiders

  • Browns ‘Will Inquire’ About Trade for Raiders All-Pro WR if Shopped

  • Browns Get Positive News on Nick Chubb’s Return Ahead of Raiders Matchup

  • Browns Star Myles Garrett Drops 2-Word Response on Injury Status

  • Browns Insider Weighs in on Chances of Browns Benching Deshaun Watson

    The calls for the Browns to bench Deshaun Watson are growing louder, fueled by his continued struggles over the season's first three weeks.

  • Browns Give Unclear Update on Nick Chubb’s Week 5 Return

  • Browns Projected to Land Nick Chubb’s Replacement Following Tough Start

  • Browns QB Deshaun Watson Dealt Harsh Reality After Miserable Start

  • Browns Star Myles Garrett Breaks Silence on Return Amid Injury Concerns

  • Browns RB Nick Chubb Spotted on Field Amid Return Talk

  • Amari Cooper Has Blunt Message for Browns After Loss to Giants

  • Browns QB Deshaun Watson Addresses ‘Blame’ After Embarrassing Loss

  • Browns Lose Pro Bowler Against Giants, Forcing Emergency Option

  • Calls Grow for Browns to Bench QB Deshaun Watson

    Calls are growing for the Cleveland Browns to bench Deshaun Watson and make a change.

  • Browns Add Fresh Legs to Backfield Ahead of Week 3 Amid Injury Issues

  • Browns Eyeing Deshaun Watson Replacement as Suspension Threat Looms

  • Browns Get Bad News on Superstar DE Myles Garrett

  • Amari Cooper Makes Bold Promise to Deshaun Watson After Struggles

  • Browns Urged to Trade for Former TE Amid Njoku Uncertainty

    The Cleveland Browns have a significant depth issue at tight end with David Njoku sidelined and a familiar face could help fill the void.

  • Browns QB Deshaun Watson Sends Message on Amari Cooper Relationship

  • Browns Get Bad News on Pro Bowler Ahead of Week 3

  • Browns’ Under-the-Radar RB Signing Could Spell Trouble for Nick Chubb

  • Browns Dealt Devastating Loss as Receiver Ruled Out for Season

  • Ex-Browns RB Kareem Hunt Eyed by AFC Powerhouse

    Kareem Hunt might be in for a reunion, but it won't be with the Cleveland Browns.