Richard O'Neal's Sportswriter Profile

Richard O'Neal joined June 2009

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About Richard »

*I will no longer be writing on Bleacher Report. I have accomplished what I set out to prove...that I am a more than capable, quality sports writer. *

*From this point on, I will only consider freelance work that I will be compensated for so if you have read my articles and have an interest in working with me, you can send me a private message with detailed information including what the compensation will be.*

I received my BA in 2007 in Journalism-Public Relations and I am now working on my Masters in Mass Communications.

My writer rankings:

#1 Writer for the Houston Rockets
#2 Writer for the New Orleans Hornets
#3 Writer for the Charlotte Bobcats
#4 Writer for Basketball
#11 Writer for the NBA
#2 Writer for the Jacksonville Jaguars
#10 Writer for Jacksonville
#40 Writer for Preview/Predictions section
#12 Writer for Sports & Society section

Four of my U of H articles have been featured on CBS Sports.com's website http://bleacherreport.com/articles/228151-inside-the-coachs-head-kevin-sumlin
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/230165-university-of-houston-cougars-2009-schedule-and-predictions http://bleacherreport.com/articles/237277-blog-transcript-from-first-half-of-houston-cougars-scrimmage and http://bleacherreport.com/articles/234661-conference-usa-will-provide-plenty-of-fireworks (This was posted on the site's home page).

Featured Jacksonville Jaguars articles: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/239109-vikings-to-trade-or-release-tarvaris-jackson-jags-should-take-notice
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/242548-concerns-and-surprises-for-the-jacksonville-jaguars-2009-preseason

Other featured materials: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/242326-jets-qb-mark-sanchez-shows-rookie-jitters-in-first-monday-night-game
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/243530-third-times-a-charm-billy-gillispie-arrested-for-dui

I am a very proud husband and father who enjoys writing passionately about sports, mainly NFL and NBA writing. I dedicate this page to my lovely wife and my wonderful son, everything that I do, it's for you two.

My two favorite teams are the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston Rockets and I follow just about everything that they do.

I pride myself on being knowledgeable in all aspects of sports and I look forward to contributing to the Bleacher Report on a daily basis and building up my status as a great writer.

Follow me on twitter! http://twitter.com/Roneal42

The Shortlist »

Favorite Athletes

Michael Jordan, Walter Payton, Bill Russell, Magic Johnson, Jerry Rice, Fred Taylor, Ken Griffey Jr., Cal Ripken Jr. and Tiger Woods
Favorite Sports Teams

Jacksonville Jaguars, Houston Texans and the Houston Rockets
Favorite Coaches

Tony Dungy, Jack Del Rio and Bobby Bowden
All Time Sports Moment

Too many to name just one
Most Memorable Game Attended

Jags vs. Dolphins 1999 AFC Divisional Playoff Game (Jaguars 62 Dolphins 7)
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Bill Russell's Championship Rings (11)
Ruth or Mays?

Mays
Unitas or Montana?

Unitas
Jordan or Russell?

Jordan
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky
Pele or Maradona?

Pele
Federer or Sampras?

Federer
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Tiger
Petty or Earnhardt?

Don't really do Nascar...
Schumacher or Senna?

See answer above...
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

SEC: Toughest Conference in the Nation

Latest Articles »

Stephen Jackson Requests Trade to Contender

08/29/2009

801 reads 81 comments 3 likes

Billy Gillispie's Latest Alcohol Charge Reveals Sobering Truth about Drinking

08/27/2009

747 reads 129 comments 10 likes

Concerns and Surprises For the Jacksonville Jaguars 2009 Preseason

08/25/2009

443 reads 75 comments 5 likes

Jets-Ravens: QB Sanchez Shows Rookie Jitters in First Monday Night Game

08/25/2009

429 reads 128 comments 3 likes

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Henry Ball said...

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As President of the Les Miles Fan Club I took a big hit on Saturday Night but is Les really on the Hot Seat?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/295130-is-les-miles-on-the-hot-seat-does-one-second-define-tenure-at-lsu

I'd appreciate your feedback and I hope you like it, if you find me worthy!

Thanks in advance. - HB

2 days ago

Tyler Mascaro said...

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HELLO THERE!!

I would love if you could take a look at my new article. Thank you in advance.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/295011-interview-travis-shelton-ready-for-nfl-return?just_published=1

-Tyler

2 days ago

Alex Johnson said...

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Packers/Vikings, Sleepers, an upset pick and more!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282249-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-eight/show_full

23 days ago

Jack Anderson said...

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It just gets worse and worse:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/281114-the-worst-team-in-the-nfl-say-it-aint-so-skins

25 days ago

James Wong said...

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hey ro,

Two new articles I wrote this week which haven't been getting much coverage.

Check this one out from yesterday on Roy Hibbert & Greg Oden, two rising centers in the NBA:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/278593-waking-giants-the-rise-of-greg-oden-roy-hibbert

Also from last week my key predictions for the Miami Heat and their new

season:http://bleacherreport.com/articles/273242-predictions-miami-heat-0910-season

Thanks mate!

28 days ago

Shady Botros said...

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2009-10 eastern confrence mega preview, breaking down every team in the east, don't be scared by the article length.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/277665-2009-10-nba-eastern-confrence-preview

31 days ago

Keith Schlosser said...

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Could the Knicks' 2010 fate be in the hands of Eddy Curry?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/275202-with-2010-looming-for-the-knicks-the-time-is-now-for-eddy-curry

35 days ago

Scotty Rauba said...

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It's nice to see you've climbed to the top RO.
Haven't really found the inspiration to write since school started. Good luck.

37 days ago

Alex Johnson said...

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Check out what's in store for the NFL's week six action!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/274024-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-six/show_full

37 days ago

The Sportmeisters said...

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Come join Sportmeister Derek, head of Fantasy Sports, in the Happy Hour Fantasy Football Chat tomorrow Sunday October 18th from 10:45 AM to 12:45 PM EST. He'll be there to answer all your Fantasy Football questions for the week. Derek is a multiple Fantasy winner, in a variety of league formats. You MUST be registered to ask a question, but don't worry, it's free. Join the chat here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/FlashChat/Chat.aspx?HostUserURL=Sportmeisters

37 days ago

Hotnuke said...

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Richard,

I thought you might like this piece. It’s a personal look back at the Florida Marlins incredibly shocking upset of the New York Yankees in the 2003 World Series.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/272473-a-night-to-remember-the-2003-florida-marlins-shock-the-world

Let me know what you think.

Thanks,

Daniel Barber aka Hotnuke

40 days ago

Jeff Shull said...

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Here is a preview of the showdown in New Orleans this week. Giants-Saints should be great TV for all NFL fans.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/271910-new-york-giants-gear-up-for-nfc-showdown-with-new-orleans-saints

41 days ago

Robert Domaine said...

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Hey Buddy, what's up? Here is my latest article on the New York Giants. Check it out if you have some time. Thanks!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/271249-are-the-new-york-giants-for-real

42 days ago

Alex Johnson said...

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Week 5 here we go!

Will the Chiefs do something for the first time in 32 years today?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/270113-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-five/show_full

44 days ago

The Sportmeisters said...

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Come join Sportmeister Derek, head of Fantasy Sports, in the Happy Hour Fantasy Football Chat from 10:45 AM to 12:45 PM EST. He'll be there to answer all your Fantasy Football questions for the week. Derek is a multiple Fantasy winner, in a variety of league formats. You MUST be registered to ask a question, but don't worry, it's free. Join the chat here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/FlashChat/Chat.aspx?HostUserURL=Sportmeisters

44 days ago

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Tarvaris Jackson Should Be on Jaguars' …

Received 100 comments • August 19, 2009
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Breaking News: Cleveland Cavaliers To S…

Received 100 comments • August 11, 2009
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Anger in Sports: A Look Back Over My Time

Received 100 comments • August 07, 2009
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Manny Ramirez and David Ortiz Reportedl…

Received 100 comments • July 30, 2009
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Case Keenum Could Help University of Ho…

Received 100 comments • July 29, 2009
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Carlos Boozer, Lamar Odom Teaming Up wi…

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Would Boozer Trade To Houston Rockets M…

Received 100 comments • July 10, 2009
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Stephen Jackson Requests Trade to Contender

Received 50 comments • August 29, 2009
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Concerns and Surprises For the Jacksonv…

Received 50 comments • August 25, 2009
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Fantasy Football: To Retire or Not?

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Richard O'Neal joined June 2009

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Stephen Jackson Requests Trade to Contender

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Concerns and Surprises For the Jacksonville Jaguars 2009 Preseason