Category: NFL

Dr. Myron Rolle Joins NFLPA to Focus on Player Health, Brain Cognition and Preventive Care

Brandon King

Former NFL safety, Rhodes Scholar and neurosurgeon Myron Rolle is bringing his unique blend of football experience, medical expertise and research leadership to the National Football League Players Association. The NFLPA announced that Dr. Rolle has joined the organization in a strategic advisory role focused on advancing player health, brain cognition and preventive care throughout the athlete lifecycle. Rolle will contribute his clinical knowledge and research background to several key initiatives, including the Mackey-White Health and Safety Committee, which works to address critical issues impacting current and former NFL players.…

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Former Titans star Chris Johnson reveals ALS diagnosis at 39

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Former Chris Johnson, affectionately known as CJ2K, has announced that he has been diagnosed with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis at the age of 39. Johnson shared the heartbreaking news during an appearance on Good Morning America, revealing that he is preparing for the fight ahead with the same determination that made him one of the NFL’s most dynamic playmakers. One of the fastest running backs in league history, Johnson rushed for over 9,600 yards during his career and became just the sixth player in NFL history to eclipse 2,000 rushing yards…

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Bills Will Not Honor O.J. Simpson Among Franchise Legends at New Stadium

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The Buffalo Bills have decided that former Hall of Fame running back O.J. Simpson will not be recognized among the franchise’s legends at the team’s new Highmark Stadium. According to ESPN’s Alaina Getzenberg, Bills president of business operations Pete Guelli said Simpson was intentionally left out of the stadium’s new Family Circle, an area designed to celebrate the history and greatest figures in franchise history. “He’s obviously a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. He’s a member of our Wall of Fame. But we made the decision that…

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Former NFL Star Doug Martin’s Parents File Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Oakland, Alleging Excessive Force

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The parents of former All-Pro NFL running back Doug Martin have filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit, alleging that excessive force by police officers and delayed medical treatment led to their son’s death during a mental health crisis in October 2025.   The lawsuit, filed against the City of Oakland, multiple Oakland police officers, and an ambulance company, claims Martin was restrained face down while officers applied pressure to his back after responding to reports of a break-in. According to the complaint, that restraint was a substantial factor in causing…

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Former 49ers Star Aldon Smith Dies at 36 After Spending Final Day Giving Back

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The football world is mourning the loss of former NFL pass-rushing standout Aldon Smith, who died at the age of 36. According to reports, Smith spent part of the final day of his life delivering pizzas to a local homeless charity, helping those in need just hours before tragedy struck. Later that day, Smith was found unresponsive inside a vehicle and was pronounced dead after being transported to a local hospital. Authorities have not yet released an official cause of death, which remains under investigation. Smith was one of the…

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Browns Reportedly Trade Myles Garrett To Rams In Massive Blockbuster Deal

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The NFL landscape may have shifted dramatically. According to reports, the Cleveland Browns are finalizing a blockbuster trade that will send star edge rusher Myles Garrett to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for Jared Verse, a 2027 first-round draft pick, and additional draft compensation. If completed as reported, the deal would mark the end of an era in Cleveland and instantly bolster a Rams defense that is already loaded with young talent and championship aspirations. Garrett has been the face of the Browns’ defense since being selected first overall…

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Bethune-Cookman’s Patrick Brown Earns NFL Bill Walsh Fellowship With Houston Texans

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Bethune-Cookman continues to make noise beyond the field as one of its rising staff members earns a coveted NFL opportunity. HBCU coach headed to the league stage Bethune-Cookman special teams coordinator and running backs coach Patrick Brown has been selected for the NFL Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship, where he will join the Houston Texans during their offseason program. For Brown, the opportunity represents more than a résumé boost—it’s a chance to step directly into the NFL environment, absorb professional-level coaching operations, and learn things he can take back to…

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Rest in Peace: Manny Fernandez (1947–2026)

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The NFL world is mourning the loss of former Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Manny Fernandez, who has passed away at the age of 79. Fernandez was a foundational piece of one of the greatest dynasties in football history, anchoring Miami’s iconic “No-Name Defense” during the early 1970s. An undrafted gem who carved out a legacy through grit and toughness, he played eight seasons with the Dolphins and helped power the franchise’s golden era. He was a key contributor to the historic 1972 perfect season (17–0) and played a major role…

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Former Lions Linebacker Tracy Scroggins Dies At 56, Family Believes CTE Played A Role

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Detroit Lions linebacker Tracy Scroggins during a 1995 NFC wild-card playoff game against the Philadelphia Eagles Dec. 30, 1995, at Veterans Stadium in Philadelphia (Greg Crisp/Getty Images) Former Detroit Lions linebacker Tracy Scroggins has passed away February 9, 2026 at the age of 56, leaving behind a legacy defined by toughness, leadership, and relentless effort on the football field. Scroggins spent 10 seasons in the NFL, the majority of them with the Lions after being selected in the third round of the 1992 NFL Draft out of Tulsa. Known for his…

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Sports media selective outrage on display with Vrabel-Russini coverage

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New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel was recently photographed in a compromising situation with then athletic reporter Dianna Russini.  The image is made a crystal clear that the relationship between the tune was far more than that a professional nature and was additionally complicated by the fact that Vrabel and Rossini are married-but not to each other.  After the story initially broke, Rossini resigned from The Athletic, posting her letter of resignation to her X account. An interesting aspect of this incident is the amount of media coverage ,…

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