Jon Alfano

Jon Alfano is a sports journalist who has written for various outlets such as ClutchPoints, SI and Athlon Sports. He has a passion for football and hockey since childhood and began his journalism journey in high school before continuing it in college where he became the sports editor of the University of Central Florida’s student newspaper during his final semester. Since graduating, Jon has continued to hone his skills as a writer and is now joining the Baltimore Ravens as their Lead Writer. He is excited to cover the team and see what the future holds for them.

Biography:  https://www.si.com/nfl/ravens/news/jonathan-alfano-joins-baltimore-ravens-country

69%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

86%

Examples:

  • Eric Johnson, the mayor of Dallas, wants to see two NFL teams in his city.

Conflicts of Interest

76%

Examples:

  • Jon Alfano is joining the Baltimore Ravens as the Lead Writer.

Contradictions

92%

Examples:

  • Darren Waller retired from football.
  • He had two seasons with the Ravens where he caught a total of 12 passes for 103 yards and two touchdowns.
  • He was signed off the Ravens’ practice squad by the Raiders in November 2018.
  • The Chiefs have stated publicly that they are considering all options, including moving to another city entirely.
  • Waller dealt with substance abuse issues leading to suspensions in 2016 and entirety of the 2017 season.
  • Waller had back-to-back 1,100-yard seasons with the Raiders in 2019 and 2020.
  • Waller was a sixth-round pick by the Ravens in 2015.

Deceptions

40%

Examples:

  • The article states that ‘the most-common relocation suggestion being that they just move to the Kansas side of the area.’ This is not true. The Chiefs have stated publicly that they are considering all options, including moving to another city entirely.

Recent Articles

Former Raiders Star Darren Waller Retires from NFL after Injury-Plagued Season with Giants

Former Raiders Star Darren Waller Retires from NFL after Injury-Plagued Season with Giants

Broke On: Sunday, 09 June 2024 Former Ravens and Raiders tight end Darren Waller, who battled substance abuse and recorded two 1,000-yard seasons with Las Vegas, retired from the NFL in 2024 after a injury-plagued season with the Giants. His retirement saves New York $11.6 million against their salary cap and carries $2.458 million in dead money.
Kansas City Chiefs Uncertain About Stadium Future After Failed Sales Tax Proposal

Kansas City Chiefs Uncertain About Stadium Future After Failed Sales Tax Proposal

Broke On: Friday, 05 April 2024 The Kansas City Chiefs are considering relocating due to a failed sales tax proposal for stadium renovations. After voters rejected the plan, it's unclear where they will play next season.