J.R. DeGroote
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J.R. DeGroote

Expertise:
NFL, Football, NBA, Basketball
Education:
Arizona State University
Location:
Cleveland, Ohio

Experience

J.R. DeGroote is a staff writer for Heavy.com, where he has covered the NFL, NBA, and trending sports stories since 2019. With a deep focus on the league's most passionate fanbases, his reporting provides inside access and in-depth analysis on the Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, and Los Angeles Lakers. J.R. brings over 15 years of experience (West Hawaii Today, Bleacher Report, Athlon Sports, 12up) in sports journalism. He is committed to delivering stories that go beyond the box score, exploring the "why" behind the biggest moments in sports.

Expertise: NFL, Football, NBA, Basketball, NFL Draft Analysis, NBA Free Agency

Primary Coverage: Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Lakers

Education: Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication from Arizona State University

Experience: 15 years as a professional sports journalist.

Latest Articles From J.R. DeGroote

Browns Send Firm Message on Nick Chubb’s Return

Browns Send Firm Message on Nick Chubb’s Return

Video of Browns QB Deshaun Watson Generates Buzz as Workouts Kickoff

Video of Browns QB Deshaun Watson Generates Buzz as Workouts Kickoff

Browns Pass-Rusher Issues 4-Word Message After Re-Signing

Browns Pass-Rusher Issues 4-Word Message After Re-Signing

Browns WR Amari Cooper Issues Rare Message Ahead of Workouts

Browns WR Amari Cooper Issues Rare Message Ahead of Workouts

Browns Likely to Add Another QB to Mix Amid Watson Uncertainty

Browns Likely to Add Another QB to Mix Amid Watson Uncertainty

Browns Insider Drops Key Reason for Nick Chubb Move

Browns Insider Drops Key Reason for Nick Chubb Move

Proposed Trade Sends Browns CB Greg Newsome to NFC Powerhouse

Proposed Trade Sends Browns CB Greg Newsome to NFC Powerhouse

Browns Ship Out Offensive Lineman to Titans Ahead of Draft

Browns Ship Out Offensive Lineman to Titans Ahead of Draft

Browns Bid Farewell to RB Kareem Hunt

Browns Bid Farewell to RB Kareem Hunt

Browns QB Deshaun Watson Called Out for Steelers Comment

Browns QB Deshaun Watson Called Out for Steelers Comment

Deshaun Watson’s Personal Coach Spars With Browns Fans Over ‘Distraction’

Deshaun Watson’s Personal Coach Spars With Browns Fans Over ‘Distraction’

Former Browns LB Anthony Walker Reveals Why He Bolted in Free Agency

Former Browns LB Anthony Walker Reveals Why He Bolted in Free Agency

Browns Expected to Make $13 Million Move With First-Round Pick

Browns Expected to Make $13 Million Move With First-Round Pick

Browns Eyeing New Addition at QB Ahead of Draft

Browns Eyeing New Addition at QB Ahead of Draft

Browns Dubbed Top Fit for 3-Time All-Pro Bowl Linebacker

Browns Dubbed Top Fit for 3-Time All-Pro Bowl Linebacker

Greg Newsome Welcomes New Browns CB Amid Trade Rumors

Greg Newsome Welcomes New Browns CB Amid Trade Rumors

Browns QB Floated as Potential Trade Bait for Broncos

Browns QB Floated as Potential Trade Bait for Broncos

Browns Coach Kevin Stefanski Takes Playful Shot at Deshaun Watson

Browns Coach Kevin Stefanski Takes Playful Shot at Deshaun Watson

Browns Star Deshaun Watson Breaks Silence on QB Addition

Browns Star Deshaun Watson Breaks Silence on QB Addition

Browns QB Jameis Winston Sends Strong Message on Baker Mayfield

Browns QB Jameis Winston Sends Strong Message on Baker Mayfield

Browns Insider Drops Bad News on RB Nick Chubb

Browns Insider Drops Bad News on RB Nick Chubb

Browns QB Deshaun Watson Called Out Ahead of Return

Browns QB Deshaun Watson Called Out Ahead of Return

Browns Sign Former Jets Pro Bowler to 1-Year Deal

Browns Sign Former Jets Pro Bowler to 1-Year Deal

Browns Warned About Signing Former Ravens RB

Browns Warned About Signing Former Ravens RB

Browns Set to Meet With ‘Physical Specimen’ QB

Browns Set to Meet With ‘Physical Specimen’ QB

Browns Send Message to Amari Cooper on Extension

Browns Send Message to Amari Cooper on Extension

Browns Star Deshaun Watson Calls Out Rival’s QB Move

Browns Star Deshaun Watson Calls Out Rival’s QB Move

Browns Make Final Call on Kicker Situation After Cade York Reunion

Browns Make Final Call on Kicker Situation After Cade York Reunion

Browns Send Clear Message on Nick Chubb’s Future Ahead of ‘Big Step’

Browns Send Clear Message on Nick Chubb’s Future Ahead of ‘Big Step’

Browns QB Jameis Winston Sends Strong Message on Backup Role

Browns QB Jameis Winston Sends Strong Message on Backup Role